Industrial
SME
Certified Manufacturing Engineer (CMfgE)
The premier manufacturing cert from SME. Demonstrates advanced knowledge of processes and systems.
The facts
Exam cost
$400
Difficulty
Hard
Prep time
90 hours
Exam length
4 hours
Passing score
60%
Renewal
Every 3 years
Our estimate of the salary effect of holding this credential: +$12,000. This is an editorial estimate, not a measured figure.
Prerequisites
8 years manufacturing experience (or degree combo)
How people prepare
- SME Body of Knowledge
- Manufacturing Engineering Handbook
- SME Study Guide
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