Meet our alumni
60 Years of Making Change
Celebrating the Faculty achievements of our alumni making their mark on the world
Meet our alumni
You’ll find Monash Engineering alumni right around the globe, working in every conceivable field of engineering, or bringing their engineering experience to a range of other fields. Some are leading the way in their chosen professions. Some are helping the next generation embark on their own engineering journeys.
Monash Engineering graduates make a difference. Our Alumni Awards celebrate the outstanding achievements and exceptional qualities of Monash alumni worldwide. Meet our recipients.
Emma Downey
"Just before graduating, I had a pretty big decision to make. I was offered a graduate role at one of the Big Four consulting firms in Melbourne. However, I always had a dream of moving to NYC and starting my career there instead."
Dr. Yang (Daisy) Wang
"Daisy Wang received a prestigious award from the CSC for outstanding PhD student studying abroad."
Jacky Song
"Be as well rounded as possible. Your degree does not define who you are professionally."
Lachlan Hawthorn
"To find out what it’s like to work at a particular company, and about the projects at your local office, you need to speak to employees there – so start networking as soon as possible and never stop."
Kunyao “Hillary” Wu
"In ten years, I’d like to be an entrepreneur running a company that creates job opportunities for at least 1000 people."
Priya Agarwal
"If you want to change the world, stay passionate and true to your purpose."
Caleb Joseph
"I gained valuable experience in data analysis and processing, and I received leadership experience by becoming one of the main frontend developers on the team."
Henry Chiu
"Advancements in machine learning and artificial intelligence have made science fiction a reality."
Peter Young
"Working for a large organisation, these assist you in building your networks, and delivering outstanding results"
Emma Regos
"Moving into research in the Cold Spray team has enabled me to work mostly on commercial projects...including tackling manufacturing problems faced in Australia."
Nicholas Boyd
"It doesn't matter if it’s the person sitting next to you or some almighty CEO or world leader in your field. Push boundaries. Give your idea a shot."
Ariel Dingjan
"I solve technical problems for the Navy. Mainly ones related to warship corrosion failure analysis and remediation."
Tim Harris
"My dad is an engineer and I was naturally drawn to it. Dad has always had a knack for approaching a problem logically and not being too caught up with emotions."
Imogen Rea
"The best thing these groups taught me was how to interact with a multi-disciplinary team – a skill that I’ll continue to build on and carry with me throughout my career."
Xiaoman (Essie) Ma
"Make a plan for your future career, but be willing to amend that plan as you develop. Always be prepared for new challenges. And step out of your comfort zone. Opportunities favour an open mind."