The Engineering Council works closely with EngineeringUK, and submitted joint evidence, along with the Royal Academy of Engineering to the 2009 government inquiry into engineering.

EngineeringUK's purpose is "to promote the vital role of engineers, engineering and technology in our society and to inspire people to pursue careers at all levels in engineering and technology."

EngineeringUK is funded predominantly by the registration fees of Chartered Engineers (CEng), Incorporated Engineers (IEng), Engineering Technicians (EngTech) and Information and Communications Technology Technicians (ICTTech).