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Celebrating engineering & manufacturing talent
Welcome to the Enginuity Skills Awards 2027
Now in its 13th year, the Enginuity Skills Awards 2027, in partnership with Babcock, celebrate the students, apprentices, employers, teams and educators shaping the future of the UK engineering and manufacturing sector.
Nominations now open
Submit your nominations by Sunday, 20 December
The Enginuity Skills Awards, in partnership with Babcock, celebrate the students, apprentices, employers, teams and educators shaping the future of the UK engineering and manufacturing sector.
The 2027 event will take place on Wednesday, 30 June in London at Park Plaza Westminster Bridge.
Showcase your achievements, share your story, and gain national recognition.
69
Days10
Hours52
MinutesUNTIL NOMINATIONS CLOSE FOR 2027
310
guests attended the Enginuity Skills Awards in 2026.
118
organisations were represented among our attendees in 2026.
37%
of entrants were female for our 2026 event.
414M
total reach in media coverage for our 2026 event.
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
Entries are open until Sunday, 20 December at 11:59PM
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, 20 December 2026.
Our award categories for 2027
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 three 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
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
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