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I ended up taking the job with a 58% pay increase. The job is less stressful and much less red tape to get things done. Time is precious, make sure you're getting the most out of it.

So a little update... I've probably only received 10% increase over the last two years at my current company. Things are getting stagnant. More responsibility, but now it's going towards management instead of actually doing the engineering work. However, I was approached recently, at another...

Good luck to everyone! In 2016 we got them Dec 9th. 1 year later and now I'm in management, promoted to the point of incompetence!

You don't use the "married to Jesus" line? Jk. I'll have to find out if my University has this. Thanks!

I had no idea professional engineers had a special ring. Why am I just now finding out about this?! Anyone have one?

I have no idea if I have something coming or not. I did well on my performance appraisal... I have an MBA, BSME, and Now a P.E. I think I'm going to be maxed out pretty soon since I made $90k before passing. May have to hunt for something with more vacation or better benefits.... we shall see.

Did anyone else from Texas get their cert and the golden seal looked like it was lacking sufficient ink? The "I" in ENGINEERS is barely visible. Seems kinda bush league. 

It takes 8-10 months!? From the time the results are out?

Mechanical -TF Took Testmasters class (96hrs), studied at home for 200hrs Used MERM, unit conversion book, test masters binder, my own adhoc binder, pe practice exam, two rulers, plenty of snacks, lunch, water, energy drinks Passed, barely. The afternoon session ate my lunch, probably...

You should meet the mail person at the box one day and show off your cert. When they ask why it has a crease you just stare at them until they figure it out.

No, but plan to go back to engineering management.

Since my MBA, pay raises of 50% annually in 2 years.  

I didn't have much statistical classes in undergrad. Definately gives you a leg up on what is and what isn't influencing your data. I has served me well and is respected.

My advice, enjoy the holidays (life is short, seriously), then after that hit those books and kick that test in the privates.

That's sad to see the map isn't filled in, hang in there!

I don't know, 60M a year in a fortune 500 for me is not a big deal to manage. If you want to go into project management, there is good money and having a PMP will serve you well. Outside of that field I'm not sure how much value it has. A PE seems to have more presence outside of it's own field...

I know this may sounds pretentious, but it is what it is. I would like a nice stamp for my PE seal. Something that stands out and a nice license holder to put in my office. Any ideas or pictures of what others have and links to purchase these. As with others, this is a huge accomplishment for...

I did some program management in my MBA and the whole time I'm thinking "no one has time to do this"... but it has served some well in my company. If you want to manage large projects I would say it is worth it. 

Wonderful feeling, couldn't be more proud of myself. Passed first time and blessed to have done so.

Yea, life is too short. Gotta stop and look around sometimes.