Board of Engineers Malaysia

OUTREACH & REGISTRATION DRIVE BEM @ UPM

The Board of Engineers Malaysia (BEM) participated in the Engineering Career Development Day 2026 organised by the Faculty of Engineering, Universiti Putra Malaysia on 13 May 2026.

BEM was invited to engage with engineering students and promote awareness of professional registration as well as career pathways within the engineering industry.

The programme also featured an inspiring talk by Ahmad Murad Omar, Member of the Corporate Communication Committee, BEM, titled BEM@ECD: Inspiring the Next Generation of Engineers.

BEM extends its sincere appreciation to the Faculty of Engineering, UPM, for the invitation and warm hospitality.

A shift is coming

And it starts here

BEM NEC 2026

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Haven’t submitted your nomination yet?

Know someone who deserves it?

Know who’s truly making an impact in engineering?

Or think it might be YOU?

Yes, YOU might actually be qualified for the “Anugerah Tokoh Muda Kejuruteraan Negara 2026”.

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If you’ve been shaping ideas, solving problems and pushing engineering forward, this is your sign.

Deadline: 26 May 2026

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August is calling 📣

Get ready.

The National Engineering Convention 2026 is coming soon.

Mark your calendars for 17–20 August 2026 at Royale Chulan Kuala Lumpur, Jalan Conlay where ideas, innovation, and engineering excellence come together on one prestigious platform.

This year, the convention will focus on shaping the future of engineering with integrity in the digital age, where technology advances hand in hand with strong values, professionalism and trust.

Registration will open soon , once it is live, don’t wait. Register immediately and secure your place. Stay tuned for our official announcement.

We look forward to welcoming industry leaders, experts, and innovators in shaping the future of engineering.

BEM ENGAGES ISLAMIC DEVELOPMENT BANK UNDER BEM STRATEGIC PLAN 2026–2030

KUALA LUMPUR – The Board of Engineers Malaysia (BEM) today held an engagement session with the Islamic Development Bank (IsDB) under the BEM Strategic Plan 2026–2030, specifically Thrust P3.1.1: Branding & Recognition.

The initiative focuses on elevating Malaysia’s engineering expertise and strengthening global recognition of local capabilities at both national and international levels, while enhancing visibility and expanding international collaboration opportunities.

The Islamic Development Bank (IsDB) plays a key role in financing economic and social development in member countries through Shariah-compliant funding, as well as supporting cooperation in key sectors such as infrastructure, education, and healthcare.

The session was chaired by Mr. Sameer Elesawi, Head of IsDB Kuala Lumpur Office, with Ir. Fam Yew Hin representing the Thrust P3.1.1 Chair from BEM.

This engagement reflects BEM’s continuous commitment under its Strategic Plan 2026–2030 to strengthen strategic partnerships and position Malaysia’s engineering expertise on the global stage.

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KNOW A YOUNG ENGINEERING STAR? THIS IS THEIR MOMENT!

Not all heroes wear capes… some wear safety helmets, hold blueprints and quietly shape the nation’s future.

The Anugerah Tokoh Muda Kejuruteraan Negara 2026 is back, to celebrate outstanding young talents who are transforming Malaysia’s engineering landscape.

NOMINATIONS ARE NOW OPEN!
This is your chance to spotlight individuals making real impact through innovation, leadership, and meaningful contributions to society.

📅 Important dates:
Open: 29 April 2026
Closing: 26 May 2026

Nominate now:
👉 https://awards.bem.org.my/tokohmuda.html

Because every breakthrough begins with someone bold enough to make a difference.

Calling all Engineers!

Are you ready to level up your professional credentials?

Join us for the BEM Outcome-Based Professional Assessment Examination (PAE) – Training for Examiners 2026!

📍 3 locations across Malaysia:
Kuala Terengganu – 18 May 2026
Pulau Pinang – 23 June 2026
Miri, Sarawak – 7 July 2026

8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Only RM100
5 CPD Hours

Limited to 30 pax per venue
First Come, First Served!
Deadline: 7 days before event date

🔗 Register now: https://forms.office.com/r/UuknMzCNdq

Driving a Unified Engineering Future for Malaysia

The Board of Engineers Malaysia (BEM) recently engaged with the Jabatan Pendidikan Politeknik dan Kolej Komuniti (JPPKK) as part of the BEM Strategic Plan 2026–2030 under Thrust P3.2.1.

The session, held at JPPKK Headquarters, was chaired by YBrs. Dr. Shamsuri bin Abdullah and focused on advancing a key national initiative, the establishment of the Malaysia Engineering Council (MyEC).

This initiative aims to position BEM as a leading collective body by bringing together technical agencies, professional societies and relevant stakeholders to elevate the recognition of the engineering profession.

MyEC will serve as a national platform coordinating engineering matters across government, industry and academia,aligning policies, expertise and strategic initiatives to support Malaysia’s development agenda.

BEM was represented by:

First Admiral (Rtd.) Dato’ Ir. Dr. Ahmad Murad bin Omar (Board Member)
Ir. Ts. Dr. Hj. Mohd Khairolden bin Ghani
Ir. Dr. Nor Azhar bin Mohd Arif
Ir. Dr. Syuhaida binti Ismail
Dato’ Emeritus Prof. Dr. Abdul Hakim bin Juri

This engagement marks a significant step towards a more coordinated, future-ready engineering ecosystem for the nation.

Among the registration categories managed by BEM are:

• Individuals
– Professional Engineers with Practising Certificate
– Professional Engineers
– Graduate Engineers
– Engineering Technologists
– Inspectors of Work
– Accredited Checkers (Structural & Geotechnical)

• Engineering Consultancy Practices (ECP)
– Body Corporates
– Multi-disciplinary Practices
– Partnerships
– Sole Proprietorships

Through these registration categories, BEM ensures that engineering professionals and practices adhere to established standards, thereby safeguarding public safety and supporting the nation’s development.

It starts with an idea.
A simple thought that refuses to stay small.

Then come the calculations, the designs, the testing, the long nights…the unseen hours where passion meets precision.

And one day, quietly, it becomes something real.
A road that connects lives.
A system that keeps the world moving.
A solution that makes tomorrow better than today.

That’s the magic of engineering.

To every engineering community out there…your work may not always be visible, but its impact is everywhere.

And today, we honour more than just one profession.
To every worker, in every role, in any position, as long as you are working and contributing…from those who build, serve, protect, create and sustain…you are the heartbeat of a nation that never stops moving forward.

Because progress is never built alone.

Happy Labour Day.
To the people behind every effort, every sacrifice, every breakthrough…you matter more than you know.

Today, we see you.
Today, we thank you.
And tomorrow, we keep building…TOGETHER.

With appreciation and respect,
Board of Engineers Malaysia.