List of engineering awards
Introduction
Engineering is a broad field with numerous sub-disciplines, all of which contribute significantly to the advancement of society. As such, there are numerous awards that recognize the achievements and contributions of engineers worldwide. These awards are given by various organizations, societies, and institutions, each with their own specific criteria and categories. This article provides a comprehensive list of these awards, detailing their origins, purpose, and the notable recipients.
International Engineering Awards
Nobel Prize in Physics
The Nobel Prize in Physics is not strictly an engineering award, but it has been awarded to engineers or for work that has significant engineering implications. The award, established by the will of Alfred Nobel, is given annually by the Royal Swedish Academy of Sciences to scientists in the various fields of physics.
Queen Elizabeth Prize for Engineering
The Queen Elizabeth Prize for Engineering is a global engineering prize that rewards and celebrates the engineers responsible for a ground-breaking innovation in engineering that has been of global benefit to humanity. The £1 million prize is awarded biennially in the name of Queen Elizabeth II.
IEEE Honors Ceremony
The Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) hosts an annual IEEE Honors Ceremony where it presents multiple awards recognizing outstanding contributions in the fields of electrical and electronics engineering.
National Engineering Awards
United States
National Medal of Technology and Innovation
The National Medal of Technology and Innovation is an honor granted by the President of the United States to American inventors and innovators who have made significant contributions to the development of new and important technology.
The Charles Stark Draper Prize
The Charles Stark Draper Prize is awarded annually by the National Academy of Engineering to engineers whose accomplishments have significantly benefited society.
United Kingdom
The MacRobert Award
The MacRobert Award is the UK's longest-running and most prestigious national prize for engineering innovation. It is awarded annually by the Royal Academy of Engineering.
Australia
Australian Engineering Excellence Awards
The Australian Engineering Excellence Awards (AEEA) recognizes outstanding achievements in engineering and the invaluable contribution engineering makes to the economy, community and the environment.
Engineering Discipline Specific Awards
Civil Engineering
Outstanding Civil Engineering Achievement Award
The Outstanding Civil Engineering Achievement Award (OCEAA) is presented annually by the American Society of Civil Engineers to an exemplary civil engineering project.
Mechanical Engineering
James Watt International Medal
The James Watt International Medal is awarded every two years by the Institution of Mechanical Engineers for outstanding contributions to mechanical engineering.
Chemical Engineering
Lavoisier Medal for Technical Achievements
The Lavoisier Medal for Technical Achievements is awarded by the French Chemical Society for significant contributions to the field of chemical engineering.