Unifying Chicago's Technical & Engineering Leadership
A centralized alliance connecting local chapters across mechanical, chemical, electrical, materials, and structural engineering disciplines.
American Chemical Society - Chicago Section
American Institute of Chemical Engineers
American Society of Agricultural and Biological Engineers
American Society of Mechanical Engineers - Chicago Section
ASM International - Chicago Regional Chapter
Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers
International Council on Systems Engineering
SAE International - Chicago Section
Structural Engineers Association of Illinois
Society of Tribologists and Lubricating Engineers
ASME Chicago Section
Representing mechanical engineering professionals, researchers, and students across Greater Chicago. Promoting interdisciplinary technical collaboration, professional networking, and student mentoring.
Multi-Society Event Calendar
Live aggregate schedule of technical talks, professional development sessions, and networking events across Chicagoland.
About CATS
The Chicago Area Technical Societies (CATS) serves as an umbrella organization unifying engineering, scientific, and technical societies throughout the Greater Chicago metropolitan region. By coordinating joint meetings, sharing multi-disciplinary calendars, and facilitating cross-society collaboration, CATS strengthens Chicagoland's professional technical community.