Registered professionals recognised in this year’s IET national awards

Four Engineering Council registrants were among the winners of the 2026 Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET) Achievement Medals and Awards announced at an official ceremony held at IET London, Savoy Place on 16 October.

These awards recognise individuals from across the world who have made a real impact within the engineering and technology community, celebrating the excellence, innovation, and dedication that drive the industry forward. The achievements of those recognised highlight the breadth of talent, expertise and professional commitment of registered professionals across the engineering profession.

Xiangjun Li CEng FIET FIEEE – IET Achievement Medal

Xiangjun is Director of Energy Storage Operation Technology Research Lab at China Electric Power Research Institute. As the recipient of the IET Achievement Medal, Xiangium has been recognised for pioneering large-scale wind-solar-storage energy management systems that have significantly enhanced renewable energy grid integration.

Ellie Owens EngTech TMIET - Engineering and Technology Technician Award

A Maintenance and Reliability Engineer at Sellafield, Ellie was named winner of the Engineering and Technology Technician Award for leading the Plant Modification Proposal for a first-of-its-kind engineering solution. The project delivered an annual cost saving of £1.5 million, improved compliance with nuclear site licence conditions and supported more sustainable working practices within a high-hazard environment. 

Ellie plays a key role in strengthening professional engineering standards across her organisation. She is a science, technology, engineering and maths (STEM) ambassador and supports outreach activities as well as participating in IET mentor and Professional Registration adviser training, enabling her to support early-career engineers through the professional registration process.

Mamta Singhal MBE BEng (Hons) MSc MBA CEng MIET FWES - Mensforth Medal

Mamta was awarded the Mensforth Medal in recognition of her exceptional, sustained and transformative contributions to the global manufacturing sector.

An internationally recognised manufacturing and engineering leader, she has more than 20 years' experience driving innovation, operational manufacturing excellence, and sustainable transformation across global supply chains.

Mamta is widely regarded as a leading voice in manufacturing sustainability, packaging compliance and responsible supply chains.

She has shaped industry thinking through advisory board roles, contributions to national and international forums, and active engagement with the IET. She is also the founder of Top% Club.

Lucy Wistow-Hughes MEng IEng AMRAeS MIET - Paul Fletcher Medal winner

Lucy received the Paul Fletcher Medal for her exceptional leadership and insight as Chair of the WISE (Women into Science and Engineering) Young Professionals' Committee. She successfully guided the committee’s transition into the IET, helping position it for long-term impact within the organisation.