IEng/CEng Attributes in IPD online

This document shows the structure of the attributes in IPD online for IEng and CEng MICE, for
those trainees.

1. Knowledge and understanding of engineering

Maintain and extend knowledge of engineering theory and practice, and how technology assists its
application. (IEng and CEng)
Solve engineering problems using a sound theoretical approach, based on evidence, and contribute
to continuous improvement. (IEng and CEng)
Engage in the creation and/or introduction of new, advancing or improved techniques and
technology. (CEng only)

2. Technical and practical application of engineering

Identify, review and select techniques, procedures and methods to undertake engineering tasks.
(IEng and CEng)
Contribute to the design and development of engineering solutions; (IEng and CEng)
Implement engineering solutions, and evaluate their effectiveness in the context of the whole project
life cycle. (IEng and CEng)
Take an active role in the identification and definition of requirements, challenges, risks, and
opportunities and undertake appropriate investigation and action. (CEng only)
Undertake the design and development of engineering solutions and evaluate their effectiveness in
the context of the whole project life cycle. (CEng only)
Undertake the implementation of engineering solutions and evaluate their effectiveness in the context
of the whole project life cycle. (CEng only)

3. Management & Leadership

Plan the work and resources needed to enable effective implementation of engineering tasks and
projects. (IEng and CEng)
Manage the planning and organisation of tasks and resources. (IEng and CEng)
Manage teams or technical specialisms; (IEng and CEng)
Assist others to meet changing technical and managerial needs. (IEng and CEng)
Manage quality processes and contribute to quality improvements. (IEng and CEng)

Manage (organise, direct and control), programme or schedule, tasks and resources. (CEng only)

Lead or influence teams / technical specialisms, understanding the limits of their skills and
knowledge. (CEng only)
Develop others to meet changing technical and managerial needs. (CEng only)
Demonstrate continuous quality improvement and promote best practice. (CEng only)
4. Independent Judgement & Responsibility

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 Identify the limits of personal knowledge and skills. (IEng and CEng)
Exercise sound independent engineering judgement and take responsibility. (IEng and CEng)
Identify the limits of a team’s skill and knowledge. (CEng only)
Exercise sound holistic independent judgement and take responsibility. (CEng only)

5. Commercial Ability
Manage, prepare and control costs/budgets of engineering tasks or projects. (IEng and CEng)
Use sound knowledge of statutory and commercial frameworks within their own area of responsibility
and have an appreciation of other commercial arrangements. (IEng and CEng)
Manage, prepare and control costs/budgets of a significant engineering task or project. (CEng only)
Demonstrate sound judgement on statutory, contractual and commercial issues in relation to own
area of responsibility. (CEng only)

6. Health, Safety & Welfare

Demonstrate a sound knowledge of legislation, hazards and safe systems of work. (IEng and CEng)
Manage risks. (IEng and CEng)

Manage health, safety and welfare within their own area of responsibility; (IEng and CEng)

Contribute to improvements in health, safety and welfare. (IEng and CEng)

Demonstrate leadership by promoting good practice and improvements in health, safety
and welfare. (CEng only)

7. Sustainable Development

Understand the principles of sustainable development and apply them in work. (IEng and CEng)
Manage engineering activities that contribute to sustainable development and the United Nations’
Sustainable Development Goals (UNSDGs). (IEng and CEng)
Take a professional and responsible role in improvements that support sustainable development and
reduce resource demand, set in the context of a whole project life cycle. (CEng only)

8. Interpersonal Skills and Communication

Communicate well with others at all levels including effective use of English, orally and in writing.
(IEng and CEng)
Discuss ideas and plans competently and with confidence. (IEng and CEng)
Demonstrate effective personal and social skills. (IEng and CEng)
Demonstrate awareness of diversity and inclusion. (IEng and CEng)
Communicate new concepts and ideas to technical and non-technical stakeholders. (CEng only)
Proactively manage diversity and inclusion. (CEng only)
9. Professional Commitment

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 Understand and comply with the ICE Code of Conduct. (IEng and CEng)
Plan, carry out and record Continuing Professional Development (CPD) necessary to maintain and
enhance competence in their own area of practice. (IEng and CEng)
Engage with ICE activities. (IEng and CEng)
Demonstration of appropriate professional standards, recognising obligations to society, the
profession and the environment. (IEng and CEng)
Understand the ethical issues that may arise in their role and carry out their responsibilities in an
ethical manner. (IEng and CEng)

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