Engineer officers must be skilled in building teamwork within their organization and recognize they often simultaneously belong to many teams. They must possess the ability to express themselves to their team members clearly, concisely and accurately, both orally and in writing.
Engineers are part of a combined arms team.
Engineer officers must show proficiency in required professional knowledge, judgment and warfighting. They must apply their doctrinal knowledge and understanding to the solution of tactical problems, and formulate and defend solutions to tactical problems using current Army and joint doctrine. Engineer officers must understand the capabilities of engineer organizations, equipment and systems. Engineer officers must prepare and present clear and informative briefings relating to their technical areas of expertise to peers, subordinates and superiors. Additionally, Engineer officers are accountable stewards of people, time and, in many instances, financial resources and the environment.