The Grand Prize for Engineering
Celebrating the people behind the progress
Since 2021, we have celebrated the engineers, ideas and achievements that turn innovation into real-world impact.
WHY?
Engineering that matters
A prize for engineering that creates lasting impact.
Engineering has always been at the core of progress. From infrastructure and energy systems to digital platforms and intelligent machines, it is engineers who translate ideas into reality.
The Grand Prize for Engineering exists to recognize individuals and teams whose work not only advances technology, but creates lasting impact in society.
It highlights the people, ideas and achievements that move industries forward and shape the future through knowledge, courage and execution.
WHO?
The people behind the progress
Individuals and teams redefining what engineering can achieve.
The Grand Prize for Engineering recognizes individuals and teams who have distinguished themselves through exceptional work, innovation and leadership. Their contributions push boundaries, solve real-world challenges and create meaningful impact across industries.
The prize is awarded across five categories: Innovation, Leadership, Sustainability, Rising Star and Role Model of the Year. Together, they reflect the breadth of engineering and the many ways progress is shaped.
From breakthrough technologies to transformative leadership, each category highlights those who contribute to building a more advanced, sustainable and resilient society.
WHAT?
Five ways engineering makes an impact
Explore the five award categories within The Grand Prize for Engineering.
Innovation
For breakthrough ideas, technologies and solutions with the power to create real-world change.
Leadership
For leaders who create progress by combining technical understanding with vision, courage and direction.
Sustainability
For engineering that helps accelerate the transition toward a more sustainable and resilient society.
Rising Star
For emerging engineers whose ideas, leadership or technical achievements point clearly toward the future.
Role Model of the Year
For those who inspire others through leadership, expertise and a clear commitment to positive change.
Meet the jury
Engineering deserves recognition
The Grand Prize for Engineering highlights the people and ideas that move society forward — not for attention, but for impact.
The winners will be celebrated at SPACE, Stockholm · October 21












