Our Story

Founded in 1929, the Engineers Club was a group of engineering professionals seeking to create a collaborative space to share ideas, promote the profession and contribute to the local community. The original members couldn’t have possibly understood the impact their little group would make over the next nearly 100 years.

In 1931, the humble club evolved into the Engineering Council of Birmingham and Jefferson County, reflecting its growing influence and expanding membership across the region.

By the 1950s, the group further formalized its structure, becoming Engineering Council of Birmingham, Inc. This designation helped establish ECOB as a leading professional organization dedicated to advancing engineering in the Birmingham area.

A key milestone came in 1966, when the first Engineer of the Year award was introduced to recognize outstanding contributions to the field. This was followed by the creation of the ECOB Foundation, Inc. in 1968, which supports educational and professional development initiatives.

Over the years, ECOB continued expanding its recognition programs, adding the Young Engineer of the Year in 1970, the Distinguished Service Award in 1994, the Leadership Award in 2001 and the Educator of the Year Award in 2004.

Through its rich history, ECOB has remained a vital organization in the Birmingham engineering community, fostering excellence, leadership and education in the profession. Once a small gathering of enthusiastic visionaries, ECOB now serves as a gathering place for 12 member groups, a service-oriented community contributor and as a provider of tens of thousands of scholarship dollars to hundreds of local students over the years.

Our Members

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ACECA
American Council of Engineering Companies of Alabama
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ASCE
American Society of Civil Engineers – Birmingham Branch
ASRAE Birmingham
ASHRAE
American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air Conditioning Engineers – Birmingham Chapter
ASME Birmingham Logo
ASME
American Society of Mechanical Engineers – Birmingham Section
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ASPE
Alabama Society of Professional Engineers – Birmingham Chapter
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IEEE
Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers – Alabama Section
ISA
International Society of Automation – Birmingham Section
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McWane
McWane Science Center
 
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NSBE
National Society of Black Engineers – Birmingham Professional Chapter
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SWE
Society of Women Engineers – Birmingham Section
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UAB SOE
The University of Alabama at Birmingham School of Engineering
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UA CES
The University of Alabama Capstone Engineering Society

2025 MEETING MINUTES

Join Us

Join us in continuing nearly a century of engineering excellence! We invite you to become part of a thriving community dedicated to innovation, collaboration, and professional growth.

As a member, you will:

  • Connect with top engineers, industry leaders, and professionals in the region.
  • Gain access to exclusive networking events, mentorship opportunities, and professional development resources.
  • Nominate outstanding members for prestigious engineering awards and recognitions.
  • Support the ECOB Foundation’s mission to foster education and innovation through scholarships and outreach programs.

For more information or to get involved, please reach out to us at info@ecob.org. We look forward to welcoming you!

Support the Engineering Council of Birmingham

Invest in the Future of Engineering!

For nearly a century, ECOB has been a driving force in advancing engineering excellence, fostering innovation and recognizing outstanding professionals in our community. Your support ensures that we continue our mission through scholarships, educational programs and recognizing impactful engineering professionals.

By giving to ECOB, you are:

  • Investing in the next generation of engineers
  • Supporting STEM education and professional development
  • Honoring excellence in the engineering profession
  • Strengthening Birmingham’s engineering community

Your gift makes a lasting impact – and it’s tax deductible! Donate today and help us shape the future of engineering!

The Engineering Council of Birmingham (ECOB) is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization (63-0765942).  

No goods or services were provided in exchange for this contribution. 

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