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How to Renew Your Oregon Engineer License

Oregon engineers must complete 30 hours of board-approved continuing education every 2 years, as required by Oregon State Board of Examiners for Engineering and Land Surveying (OSBEELS).

Written by the TradesCE compliance team · Verified against the Oregon State Board of Examiners for Engineering and Land Surveying (OSBEELS) rule on September 10, 2026.

CE hours
30 hours
Renewal cycle
Every 2 years
Next deadline
December 31, 2027
Exam to renew
Not required

Who has to renew

This guide covers Oregon engineers holding a license in one of these classes: Oregon PE Biennial Continuing Professional Development (CPD), Professional Engineer, Registered Professional Photogrammetrist, Certified Water Right Examiner, Biennial continuing education for dual licensees (total across all licenses), Biennial Continuing Professional Development (PDH) for all registrants, Biennial PDH for dual licensees (aggregate total). Requirements are set by Oregon State Board of Examiners for Engineering and Land Surveying (OSBEELS).

When to renew

Oregon engineers licenses renew every 2 years, on a fixed statewide date — every licensee renews on the same day. The next renewal deadline is December 31, 2027. Continuing education must be complete before you submit the renewal. (OAR 820-010-0505 (Biennial Renewal of Registration or Certification); cohort schedule per OAR 820-010-0635: A–F → Dec 31 odd years, G–K → Jun 30 odd years, L–R → Dec 31 even years, S–Z → Jun 30 even years)

The continuing education Oregon requires

Oregon State Board of Examiners for Engineering and Land Surveying (OSBEELS) requires 30 hours of approved continuing education every 2 years. The hours must cover these topics:

  • Qualifying Professional Development Activities — at least 30 hours

How to renew, step by step

  1. 1

    Confirm your license class and renewal date

    Oregon sets engineers requirements by license class (Oregon PE Biennial Continuing Professional Development (CPD), Professional Engineer, Registered Professional Photogrammetrist, Certified Water Right Examiner, Biennial continuing education for dual licensees (total across all licenses), Biennial Continuing Professional Development (PDH) for all registrants, Biennial PDH for dual licensees (aggregate total)). Check the class printed on your license, then note your renewal date — renewals run a fixed statewide date — every licensee renews on the same day; the next fixed deadline is December 31, 2027.

  2. 2

    Complete 30 hours of board-approved continuing education

    Oregon State Board of Examiners for Engineering and Land Surveying (OSBEELS) requires 30 hours every 2 years, including Qualifying Professional Development Activities. Do not leave it for the last week — completions must be on file before the deadline.

    See the Oregon engineers course
  3. 3

    Save your certificate of completion

    Download the certificate the moment you finish and keep it with your license records.

  4. 4

    Make sure your hours reach the board

    In Oregon, you keep your certificate and attest to completion when you renew; the board may audit.

  5. 5

    Renew with Oregon State Board of Examiners for Engineering and Land Surveying (OSBEELS)

    Submit your renewal and pay the renewal fee before the deadline. A late renewal usually means a late fee, and a lapsed license can mean re-applying from scratch.

    Go to Oregon State Board of Examiners for Engineering and Land Surveying (OSBEELS)

Oregon engineer renewal FAQ

How many continuing education hours do Oregon engineers need?
Oregon engineers must complete 30 hours of board-approved continuing education every 2 years, as set by Oregon State Board of Examiners for Engineering and Land Surveying (OSBEELS).
Which license classes does the Oregon engineers CE requirement apply to?
The 30 hours requirement applies to: Oregon PE Biennial Continuing Professional Development (CPD), Professional Engineer, Registered Professional Photogrammetrist, Certified Water Right Examiner, Biennial continuing education for dual licensees (total across all licenses), Biennial Continuing Professional Development (PDH) for all registrants, Biennial PDH for dual licensees (aggregate total).
What topics are required for Oregon engineers continuing education?
Oregon State Board of Examiners for Engineering and Land Surveying (OSBEELS) requires coverage of: Qualifying Professional Development Activities (30 hours).
Can Oregon engineers complete continuing education online?
Yes. Board-approved online courses count toward the Oregon requirement; timed seat-time and completion records satisfy audit requirements.

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