ORDER OF THE ENGINEER
The Order of the Engineer was initiated
in the United States to foster a spirit of pride and responsibility in the
engineering profession, to bridge the gap between training and experience, and to
present to the public a visible symbol identifying the engineer. The first ceremony was held on June 4, 1970
at Cleveland State University. Since then, similar ceremonies have been held
across the United States at which graduate and registered engineers are invited
to accept the Obligation of the Engineer and a stainless steel ring. The
ceremonies are conducted by Links (local sections) of the Order.
The Order of the Engineer Link #099 was
chartered to the Maine Society of
Professional Engineers on May 7, 1988.
Since that event a total of 64 individuals have been inducted by Link
#099. Presently MeSPE holds one or more Induction ceremonies per year depending on
the demand. Inductees receive a
stainless steel ring to wear on the little finger of their working hand and
pledge an Obligation related to their profession as an engineer. The Obligation is a creed similar to the oath
attributed to Hippocrates (460-377 B.C.) that is generally taken by medical
graduates and which sets forth an ethical code. The Obligation likewise,
contains parts of the Canon of Ethics of major engineering societies.
Initiates, as they accept it voluntarily, pledge to uphold the standards and
dignity of the engineering profession and to serve humanity by making the best
use of Earth’s precious wealth. There
are no dues or meetings, however Inductees are encouraged to participate in
future Induction ceremonies to support their fellow engineers. Additional information about the Order can be
obtained from the website link on this page or from the MeSPE Secretary at:
MeSPE
96 Maine Street Suite 247
Brunswick, Maine
04011
207 449-0339
rgmpe@phspllc.com
Click here to download a list
of current Link #099 Inductees
Click here to visit the Order of
the Engineer Website
Click here to download an
application form for Link #099