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Maeve O'Reilly joins Engineering Excellence Awards 2026 judging panel

Maeve O'Reilly, Senior Environmental Engineer at Gas Networks Ireland, joins the judging panel for the Engineering Excellence Awards 2026, bringing expertise in environmental management of engineering projects, biodiversity, and sustainable engineering developed across roles at Gas Networks Ireland, Uisce Éireann, and the EPA. Holding two Masters degrees in biodiversity, a Postgraduate Diploma in Environmental Engineering from Trinity College Dublin, and a Bachelor's degree in Agricultural and Environmental Science, O'Reilly contributes a scientifically grounded perspective on sustainability in engineering and infrastructure project delivery to the evaluation of entries.

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Engineering Excellence Awards 2026 reveals shortlist ahead of October ceremony

The Engineering Excellence Awards 2026 has revealed its shortlist, recognising leading individuals, companies and projects across Ireland’s engineering industry. Winners will be announced at the awards ceremony on 21 October at the Crowne Plaza Hotel, Santry. The finalists span engineering innovation, sustainability, infrastructure, manufacturing, renewable energy and people development. The awards highlight engineering excellence across a broad range of sectors and disciplines in Ireland.

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Dr Morteza Tabatabaeipour Brings Advanced Manufacturing and AI Expertise as Judge for Engineering Excellence Awards 2026

Dr Morteza Tabatabaeipour, Assistant Professor in Advanced Manufacturing at Ulster University, joins the judging panel for the Engineering Excellence Awards 2026, bringing expertise in smart manufacturing, Industry 4.0, robotics, and artificial intelligence to the evaluation process. A PhD graduate of KU Leuven and EPSRC Innovation Launchpad Network+ Researcher in Residence, Dr Tabatabaeipour's work at the intersection of machine learning, automated inspection, and digital manufacturing systems positions him as a highly credible voice in the assessment of Irish engineering excellence.

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Dr Brooke Tornifoglio confirmed as judge for Engineering Excellence Awards 2026

Dr Brooke Tornifoglio, Assistant Professor in Biomedical Engineering at Trinity College Dublin and Deputy Director of the Trinity Centre for Biomedical Engineering, joins the judging panel for the Engineering Excellence Awards 2026, bringing research expertise in medical imaging, biomechanics, and medical device innovation alongside 18 peer-reviewed publications and various recognition. A Principal Investigator with a rapidly growing research portfolio spanning medical imaging, biomechanics, and medical device innovation, Tornifoglio contributes a rigorous and forward-looking biomedical engineering perspective to the evaluation of entries across the awards programme.

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