Members of the National Academy of Engineering of Korea (NAEK) are selected by the Board of Directors and must meet one or more of the following criteria after at least 15 years of activity in engineering, industrial technology, or related fields:

-Individuals who have made significant contributions to engineering research and the practical application of its outcomes.

-Individuals who have achieved remarkable results through pioneering research and development in emerging fields of industrial technology.

-Leaders who have delivered outstanding outcomes in spearheading or executing challenging endeavors in industrial and related fields.

-Individuals who have made notable contributions to engineering and technology education.