If you are a professional engineer (PE) in the state of Maryland, you are likely aware that there are rules and regulations governing the use of your stamp. In this blog post, we will take a closer look at what these rules and regulations entail, and what type of stamp and seal products might interest you.
State of Maryland Engineer Seal Requirements
You have done the work to get the additional certification to become a Maryland Engineer. Before you buy your stamp to start sealing plans and other documents, you need to learn what is required to be on the seal. According to the Maryland state board, a duly licensed professional engineer seal should contain the Great Seal of Maryland with the words "State of Maryland" and "Professional Engineer", the engineer's name, and their license number. They can use an embossing seal, a rubber stamp, or a digital seal.
How Big is the Maryland Engineer Stamp?
The Maryland Professional Engineer Stamp can either be 1-5/8" in diameter or 2" in diameter. The most common size for the engineering stamp is 1-5/8".
How to Contact the Maryland State Board
Please see the updated information for reaching out to the Board office as they are no longer on Calvert Street. You can email them at DLOPLProfessionalEngineers-LABOR@maryland.gov or the new address is 1100 N. Eutaw Street, Room 121, Baltimore, MD 21201.
What Types of Stamps are Available for Maryland Professional Engineers?
Self Inking Stamp
The self-inking Maryland Professional Engineer stamp is a state board-approved stamp that comes with a free electronic seal and 6 file types included. This means that it will meet your state board specifications with ease. And if you're worried about the ink running low, don't be – the stamps are reinkable and the ink pads are replaceable. So you can keep on sealing plans. Choose from 11 different ink colors to get the perfect look for your documents. This simple press and print seal stamper is excellent for repetitive stamping, with up to 5,000 impressions before re-inking.
Pre Inked Stamp
This Board-approved Maryland professional engineer pre-inked stamp comes with a free electronic seal included, and 6 file types (DXF, DWG, TIF, JPG, PDF, and PNG). Plus, it's available in 5 ink colors and works in a press-and-print manner, so you don't have to fumble around with an ink pad. Simply stamp and go! And since there's no ink pad to replace, the die plate absorbs all the ink, making for a cleaner and quieter stamping experience.
Conclusion
Just got your license and now you need your Maryland PE stamp. There are so many great options for professional engineers. Once you have selected, what type of stamp you will want make sure that your name and license number match the information that the state gave you.
About ESS
We know that you need your Maryland Professional Engineer Stamp in hand right away to make your deadlines. We make seals and seals for all professional engineers in the USA and Canada. We ship most orders the same day or by the next business day. Need a professional certification stamp or signature stamp? We make those too. Contact us with any questions.
