At the FES|ACEC Florida Annual Conference last week, we announced a significant update to our logo that reflects our commitment to unity and rich history.

The new logo's design features two swirls, symbolizing the collaboration between our chapters and regions. This element represents the strength and synergy that arise when we work together as a cohesive entity. The logo's vibrant yellow conveys the warmth and energy of Florida's sunshine, and the blue, consistent with the color of our original logo, honors FES's long and storied history since 1916.

Engineers are at the forefront of innovation, continuously pushing the boundaries to improve our lives. Our new logo is a testament to our forward-thinking approach and unwavering commitment to engineering excellence.

We are proud to announce that Jose L. Acosta, PE, has been named the 2024 Engineer of the Year, and Enit Medina, PE, has been named the 2024 Young Engineer of the Year. These and six additional awards went to Florida’s finest professional engineers during a ceremony held at the FES | ACEC Florida Annual Conference in Aventura last week.

The Outstanding Service to the Engineering Profession honor was awarded to Carnot W. Evans, PE, and two were awarded for Outstanding Technical Achievement, Christopher Frank, PE and Dana Gillette, PE. These awards celebrate individuals who have made substantial contributions to the engineering profession throughout their careers.

Congratulations to the graduates of the Class of 2024 Florida Engineering Leadership Institute (FELI) – Florida’s premiere engineering leadership program during the FES | ACEC Florida Annual Conference last week.

Before completing their 10-month training program, FELI students contributed countless community volunteer hours and raised funds to bring the Florida Department of Transportation’s STEM Outreach Solutions to schools throughout the Sunshine State – a $100,000 value over the next five years.

The Class of 2025 application is now available! Click here to apply.

All Professional Engineers licensed in Florida must report their continuing education to renew their licenses during the upcoming renewal period. Florida Statutes required this change because the percent of PEs failing the random CE audit was too high for two consecutive renewal periods.

To renew your PE license for another two years, you must complete 18 hours of continuing education by Feb. 28, 2025. Of the 18 hours, one hour must relate to the Florida laws and rules of Professional Engineers from a Board-approved provider, and one hour must relate to professional ethics. Four hours must relate to area of practice. The remaining 12 hours may be related to any topic pertinent to the practice of engineering.

Only the Florida laws and rules course will be reported directly by the CE provider; you must report the other 17 hours using the free NCEES CPC Tracking system.

Engineering Florida is the new statewide magazine for Florida's engineering industry. Its mission is to provide engaging, non-technical content that interests engineers, legislators, and industry officials alike. 

Our circulation includes decision-makers from leading engineering and consulting firms from across the state. All ads in the digital edition of Engineering Florida are interactive and clickable to take prospects right where you want them to be - on your website.

The advertising contract for our Connecting Communities issue, which comes out this fall, is due August 23, and artwork is due September 6.

ACEC Florida is offering young professionals a tremendous opportunity to get involved, network, and grow their careers.

The Emerging Leaders Board's priorities are:

• Input and new perspectives
• Professional development and growth
• Political advocacy
• Raising brand awareness
• Networking
• Volunteering

If you are an employee of an ACEC Florida member firm and are interested, please return the application to Amanda Hudson.

FES and ACEC Florida are pleased to offer our inaugural all-inclusive purchasing opportunity. Geared to members and non-members alike, our goal is to maximize the value of available advertising options and provide brand visibility to targeted audiences.

Take advantage of advertising in any of our publications that give exclusive access to one of the largest engineering networks in the nation. Opportunities to advertise include:

• Annual Directories & Guides

• Engineering Florida Magazine

• Career Center & Job Board

• Website Sponsorships

Our Advertising Kit provides package options so you can bundle and save, or a-la-carte ordering to customize your branding and message.

FES asks for your support of Bill Conerly, PE, candidate for the Florida House of Representatives, District 72. As a professional engineer, his candidacy offers a unique opportunity to have a dedicated advocate in Tallahassee who will champion the interests of the engineering industry and work tirelessly to advance the engineering profession in Florida.

Your support is crucial to ensure the engineering community has a powerful and knowledgeable voice in the Florida legislature. 

Click below to make a digital donation, or mail a check made payable to Engineering A Conservative Florida to 133 S Harbor Dr, Venice, FL 34285.

For more than 40 years, the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) has proudly offered the PE Training Program to FDOT employees who are engineering graduates. This four-year program encompasses all aspects of the Department’s operations and prepares the trainee for a role in organizational leadership. This year, the Department wants to celebrate all of the program’s graduates who are still practicing engineering in Florida with a reunion. 

Please take this brief, two-minute survey regarding your engineering experience. 

Read the Florida Board of Professional Engineers July 2024 newsletter, Connection, which includes articles on:

• CE Reporting Now Mandatory for All PEs
• Beating the Summer Doldrums
• Tips for Reporting Multiple DE Credits with One Certificate
• Look Out for Engineering-related Forgeries
• Recent Updates to Florida Engineering Rules