In a previous post Chris Lewis says...
Maybe a terminology difference. Here, I believe there isn't
a "structural engineer" designation per-se, it's a specialty
in civil. My dad was a civil, and he did structures, tho,
his main work was in other stuff.


The designation of "civil" vs "structural" engineer will vary by state.
The requirements for becoming a "Structural" engineer also vary by
state.

In Washington State, you must be a licensed PE (civil, mechanical,
mining, etc.) before you are allowed to sit for the structural exam.

A summary of requirements goes like this:

1. 4 years college or appropriate work experience
2. Take and pass the Engineer-in-Training exam (8 hours)
3. 4 years work experience for a total of 8 years counting college
4. Take and pas the PE exam in an appropriate discipline (usually civil)
5. 2 more years work experience
6. Take and pass the NCEES Structural I and II exams (16 hours)
7. Take and pas the Western states seismic exam (8) hours)

So to be a licensed structural engineer in Washington State you must
have the following minimum requirements:
a. 10 years appropriate work experience
b. take and pass 32 hours of examination

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Bob Morrison, PE, SE
R L Morrison Engineering Co
Structural & Civil Engineering
Poulsbo WA