See How The Savings Stack Up Unlock the gateway to success with an SME Membership tailored for professionals of all levels - from seasoned experts to aspiring talents and even students charting their path. Dive into a vibrant community where you can seamlessly connect with 15,000+ like-minded peers, delve deep into the latest manufacturing technologies and trends, troubleshoot challenges with ease, and seize leadership opportunities that propel your career forward. An SME membership provides all these benefits and more. SME members can connect with peers, gain knowledge related to manufacturing technology and trends, solve problems and participate in leadership opportunities. An SME membership provides all these benefits and more.
Everything Included With Your Membership Benefits are grouped to make it easy to find what matters most to you. Grow Your Career Build skills, advance your expertise, and unlock new career opportunities. Industry-Recognized Certifications Career Resources Mentorship Leadership Opportunities Build Your Network Connect with professionals, share ideas, and grow your network locally and globally. Chapter Network Virtual Membership Programs Events Membership Concierge Access Manufacturing Knowledge Stay informed with trusted content, research, and industry insights. SME Media Publications Research Support Peer-Reviewed Journals Podcasts Member Newsletters Save With SME Exclusive discounts and special offers that help you do more for less. Member Savings Industry-Recognized Certifications Member Support Personal assistance and guidance when you need it. Membership Concierge
Exclusive Membership Benefits and Savings Note: A dash (–) in the non-member column indicates a members-only benefit. Total Potential Annual Member Savings $7,479 Benefit Non-Member Pricing Member Pricing Member Value Publishing Manufacturing Engineering & Technology Magazine – annual subscription $220 $0 $220 Daily Executive Briefing – $0 Member-exclusive SME Engage – $0 Member-exclusive Peer reviewed journals – $0 $4,000 Learning Resources Manufacturing Industry Outlook webinar (annual) $40 $0 $40 Manufacturing Excellence Series webinars (4x/year) $40 each $0 $160 Transitioning to Leadership in Manufacturing (six-part virtual course) $579 $479 $100 Certifications Certified Manufacturing Associate (CMfgA) $250 $125 $125 Certified Manufacturing Technologist (CMfgT) (for professional members and emerging professional members) $490 $245 $245 Certified Manufacturing Technologist (CMfgT) (for college student members) $195 $95 $100 Certified Manufacturing Engineer (CMfgE) $520 $275 $245 LEAN – Bronze Level $660 $440 $220 LEAN – Silver Level $700 $540 $160 LEAN – Gold Level $800 $640 $140 Certified Additive Manufacturing Fundamentals (CAMF) $250 $160 $90 Certified Additive Manufacturing Technician (CAMT) $270 $180 $90 Robotics in Manufacturing Fundamental (RMF) $250 $125 $125 Electric Vehicle Fundamentals (EVF) $250 $125 $125 Events + Conferences RAPID + TCT Full Conference pass $1,500 $900 $600 Manufacturing Technology Series East (biannual) $50* $0 $50 Manufacturing Technology Series Southeast (biannual) $50* $0 $50 Manufacturing Technology Series Southwest (biannual) $50* $0 $50 Manufacturing Technology Series West (biannual) $50* $0 $50 Montreal Manufacturing Technology Show (MMTS) (biannual) $50* $0 $50 Canadian Manufacturing Technology Show (CMTS) (biannual) $50* $0 $50 Western Manufacturing Technology Show (WMTS) (biannual) $50* $0 $50 FABTECH Full conference pricing 20% discount on all conference sessions 20% discount on all conference sessions FABTECH Canada (biannual) $50* $0 $50 FABTECH Mexico (biannual) $50* $0 $50 Aerodef $50* $0 $50 Networking SME Chapter Membership – Professional and Student – Automatically enrolled Member-exclusive Career Resource Center Browse manufacturing jobs Access available Members see new jobs two days before non-members Early access to new jobs is member-exclusive Mentorship Program Mentor a scholarship recipient – Must be a member for at least 1 year Member-exclusive Affiliated / Partner Programs Annual savings to LA Fitness $579 annually $385 annually $194 Lenovo – Varies Member savings compound on Lenovo sales Selman & Co. Insurance (life, disability, cancer, medicare supplement, and more) – Varies Member-exclusive TOTAL SAVINGS: $7,479 *Non-members can attend the expo hall free of charge up through the Friday before each event. Starting that Friday, a $50 non-member fee applies.
