Celebrating engineering & manufacturing talent
Welcome to the Enginuity Skills Awards 2026
Nominations now open
Nominations now open
Nominations are open until Sunday, 25 January
Now in its 12th year, the Enginuity Skills Awards celebrate the students, apprentices, employers, teams and educators shaping the future of the UK engineering and manufacturing sector.
Whether through digital transformation or skills development, we welcome entries from those driving productivity, sustainability, diversity and growth. Showcase your achievements, share your story, and gain national recognition.
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315
guests attended the Enginuity Skills Awards in 2025.
126
organisations were represented among our attendees in 2025.
49%
of the nominees were female at our 2025 event.
97%
of our 2025 attendees said they would attend again.
Our award categories for 2026
Winners of the two apprenticeship categories (Advanced Level Apprentice & Graduate Degree or Higher-Level Apprentice) and the T Level Student category will receive a £1,000 prize, with two runners-up for each category receiving £500.
Advanced Level Apprentice of the Year
Graduate, Degree or Higher-Level Apprentice of the Year
T Level Student of the Year
SME Employer Skills Champion of the Year
Large Employer Skills Champion of the Year
Training Provider Skills Champion of the Year
New Talent Inspiration Programme of the Year
The Enginuity Alliance Collaboration Award
Why enter?
Winning (or even being shortlisted for) an Enginuity Skills Award puts you among the best in the industry. It’s a unique opportunity to:
- Gain national recognition for excellence and innovation
- Celebrate the impact of skills on your organisation and community
- Inspire the next generation of engineers and manufacturers
- Connect with industry leaders, partners, and peers at the prestigious awards event.
Who can enter?
Entries open to everyone in the engineering and manufacturing sector
Entries are welcome from across the engineering and manufacturing sector — from apprentices and training providers to employers, SMEs, and large organisations.
Whether you’re pioneering digital transformation, leading sustainability initiatives, or developing exceptional talent — we want to hear your story.
How to enter
Nominations are open until Sunday, 25 January
It’s easy to enter! Please look through our award categories to explore the full list of awards and criteria before entering.
Then, all you have to do is complete the online entry form before the closing date on Sunday, 25 January 2026.
Ready to enter?
Don't miss your chance to recognise the talent, innovation and dedication in engineering and manufacturing. Be part of the movement. Celebrate skills. Shape the future.
Complete the entry form
Save the date
1 July 2026 | Park Plaza Westminster Bridge
Contact us
If you have any questions, or need any support with your nomination, please email us at [email protected] and we'll get back to you.
