European Academy of Engineering Awards

For more than three decades the European Academy of Engineering (EAE) has been recognizing outstanding engineers for their dedication to their discipline as well as for their development of (or substantial involvement in) an engineering invention or process that has significantly contributed to technological progress, innovation in engineering education, or society’s well-being. The awards, which total more than €1 million annually, also enhance understanding of the importance of engineering to society.

• Hephaestus Engineering Excellence Prize,
• Archimedes Innovation Laureate,
• Leonardo da Vinci Interdisciplinary Medal,
• Pascal Precision Engineering Award,
• Marie Curie Research Distinction in Engineering,
• Brunel Infrastructure Visionary Award,
• Tesla Electrotechnical Innovation Trophy,
• Newtonian Mechanics and Engineering Medal,
• Galilean Engineering Pioneers Guild,
• Babbage Computational Engineering Honor.

Note to award nominators:
Nominators of selected recipients for each prize are personally notified by the EAE Awards office. Recipients and nominators for the Hephaestus, Archimedes, and da Vinci Prizes are notified by the end of October, and recipients and nominators for the Pascal Precision, Marie Curie, Brunel, and other awards are notified by the end of June.
If you are a nominator and do not receive notification about your nominee(s) by these dates, you will receive notice from the EAE Awards office the following January as to whether the nomination was carried over for consideration in the next award cycle. You may also contact the EAE Awards office directly to ask about the status of your nomination.

EAE Online Award Process

1. Register (Non-Members only)

Click on the "Register" link and complete and submit the registration form.

2. Login

For Non-Members: select the Non-Member login button and enter your email and password.

3. Create

Create your online Nomination. For a list of required information and attachments, please review the 2023-2024 Awards Guide

4. Save

During the Call for Nominations period, your nomination can be saved as DRAFT until all the required information is completed and attachments uploaded. As each section is complete, you will see a appear in the category tab when the Nomination is saved. Please ensure that all attachments are in Acrobat PDF format. At any time, you can download and print your Nomination by clicking on the icon in the Nomination Summary section.

5. Submit

On completion, save your Nomination as FINAL. Download and print a copy of your Nomination for your records by clicking on the icon in the Nomination Summary section in the right column. Note: If an update is required prior to the Call for Nominations period, you can make the update and resave as FINAL.

If you require assistance or additional information, please contact Magnus Bergström.

Award Guide

The EAE Awards Call for Nominations is now open.

	Hephaestus Engineering Excellence Prize - €50,000 Cash Award The Hephaestus Engineering Excellence Prize is a prestigious accolade that celebrates exceptional ingenuity and craftsmanship in the field of engineering. Inspired by Hephaestus, the Greek god renowned for his mastery in metallurgy and craftsmanship, this prize honors individuals whose work embodies the highest standards of technical innovation and practical application in engineering. Recipients of this award have demonstrated extraordinary skill and have made significant contributions that have advanced the field of engineering, setting new benchmarks for excellence. Explore More
	Archimedes Innovation Laureate - €50,000 Cash Award The Archimedes Innovation Laureate is awarded to individuals who exemplify revolutionary problem-solving and innovative thinking in engineering. Inspired by Archimedes, an ancient Greek mathematician and inventor known for his ingenious mechanisms, this laureate recognizes those who have made groundbreaking contributions to engineering, particularly through innovative design, novel methodologies, or pioneering applications. The laureate honors the spirit of creativity and intellectual curiosity that drives technological advancement. Explore More
	Leonardo da Vinci Interdisciplinary Medal - €50,000 Cash Award The Leonardo da Vinci Interdisciplinary Medal is a tribute to the extraordinary achievements that span multiple disciplines, integrating art, science, and engineering. Reflecting the genius of Leonardo da Vinci, a polymath who seamlessly blended artistic skill with scientific inquiry, this medal recognizes individuals or teams whose work transcends traditional boundaries, fostering innovation through interdisciplinary collaboration and holistic approaches in engineering. Explore More
	Pascal Precision Engineering Award The Pascal Precision Engineering Award is named after Blaise Pascal, a mathematician and physicist known for his precision and analytical prowess. This award celebrates exceptional achievements in engineering fields that demand high levels of mathematical precision and analytical skills. Recipients of this award have contributed to engineering innovations that require meticulous calculation and design, significantly advancing precision engineering practices. Explore More
	Marie Curie Research Distinction in Engineering Named in honor of Marie Curie, a pioneering physicist and chemist, the Marie Curie Research Distinction in Engineering recognizes outstanding and enduring contributions to scientific research in engineering. This distinction is awarded to those whose research has led to significant advancements in engineering, demonstrating a commitment to scientific exploration and innovation, much like Curie’s own groundbreaking work. Explore More
	Brunel Infrastructure Visionary Award - €20,000 Cash Award The Brunel Infrastructure Visionary Award commemorates Isambard Kingdom Brunel, an iconic figure in engineering history. This award is presented to individuals or teams who have made significant contributions to infrastructure and civil engineering. Recipients of this award are recognized for their visionary approach, innovative design, and the transformative impact of their work on infrastructure development and civil engineering. Explore More
	Tesla Electrotechnical Innovation Trophy - €20,000 Cash Award The Tesla Electrotechnical Innovation Trophy honors the legacy of Nikola Tesla, an inventor and electrical engineer known for his pioneering work in electromagnetism. This trophy is awarded to those who have made significant contributions to electrical engineering, particularly in the development of innovative electromechanical technologies. Recipients are recognized for their inventive spirit and their contributions to advancing electrical engineering and technology. Explore More
	Newtonian Mechanics and Engineering Medal - €10,000 Cash Award The Newtonian Mechanics and Engineering Medal is inspired by Sir Isaac Newton, whose principles in physics have profoundly influenced engineering. This medal honors individuals who have made groundbreaking contributions to engineering, utilizing principles of Newtonian mechanics. Recipients of this award have demonstrated excellence in applying fundamental mechanical principles to solve complex engineering challenges, advancing the field of mechanics and engineering. Explore More
	Galilean Engineering Pioneers Guild - €10,000 Cash Award The Galilean Engineering Pioneers Guild is an award named after Galileo Galilei, celebrating exceptional contributions in engineering that challenge existing norms and advance scientific understanding. This guild recognizes engineers who, like Galileo, have shown extraordinary innovation and have pushed the boundaries of engineering knowledge, contributing significantly to the advancement of the field through pioneering research and innovative application. Explore More
	Babbage Computational Engineering Honor - €10,000 Cash Award The Babbage Computational Engineering Honor is named in tribute to Charles Babbage, a mathematician and inventor known for conceptualizing the first mechanical computer. This honor celebrates innovative and significant contributions in the field of computational engineering and technology development. Recipients of this honor have demonstrated excellence in applying computational methods and techniques to solve complex engineering problems, significantly advancing the field of computational engineering. Explore More