Regional branches run networking events, while technical groups help members stay up-to-date on specific areas of expertise.

Members can access continuing professional development and gain experience as volunteers by serving on committees and other bodies.

All members of Engineering New Zealand Te Ao Rangahau commit every year to follow the organisation's Code of Ethical Conduct, and to carrying out continuing professional development.

Engineering New Zealand Te Ao Rangahau is governed by an elected board, chaired by the president.

Members can belong to regional branches and also be part of technical groups that focus on specific expertise.

[6] In 2017, the organisation changed its name to Engineering New Zealand to reflect a significant shift in strategic direction, which focused on delivering greater credibility, recognition, influence and connection to members.

[6] In 2018, the organisation asked kaumātua and respected linguist Sir Tamati Reedy, of Ngāti Porou descent, to consider how Engineering New Zealand could be best represented in te reo Māori.