Recognition that can't be bought.
The Fellow designation recognizes members whose achievements in engineering leadership are outstanding by national or international standards. There is no fee to be nominated, considered or elected.
Well beyond what admission requires.
The Board publishes written Fellow criteria on the recommendation of the Fellows Committee. Candidates show achievement through evidence such as:
- Original technical or organizational contributions adopted beyond their own employer
- Leadership of work with wide, recognized impact
- Major honors from independent bodies
No more than 10% of the membership may hold the designation at any time.
Nominated by peers, elected independently.
Eligibility
A Member or Senior Member in good standing for at least 12 months.
Nomination
Written nomination by two Members or Fellows, with evidence. Self-nomination isn't permitted.
Review
Written review by at least three members of a committee whose majority is independent of OSS4AI and Society staff.
Election
A two-thirds committee vote, with reasons recorded.
How we keep it meaningful.
- No payment, program purchase, sponsorship or donation is considered in a Fellow decision.
- Committee members with a financial, employment, investment or close personal relationship with a candidate take no part.
- Sitting Directors and committee members can't be elected while serving.
- The Society publishes the number of nominations and elections each year.
Fellows may use the title “Fellow of the Society of Engineering Leaders” while in good standing.