Why did you want to become an engineer?
I chose to become an engineer as the industry is innovative and constantly evolving. Engineering involves some of the most impactful problems in our world, like generating clean energy or designing a building to create the most effective and efficient way of living.
When did you first start becoming interested in engineering?
Probably my 5th year at Secondary School. Having completed science and maths GCSEs, I developed a taste for problem-solving. After completing STEM A levels and gaining an interest in innovative technology, engineering was a natural choice.
What do you think are the biggest barriers for women perusing a career in engineering?
The biggest barriers for women in engineering are being taken seriously and as equally as male co-workers in the workplace. Subsequently these barriers can promote feelings of inadequacy and suffering from a lack of confidence within the role.
What can be done in the industry to encourage more women to get into engineering?
To encourage more women into engineering, I think it is vital to change the stereotype that engineering is a male’s career. To show various role models of women in engineering and give young girls exposure to engineering and the creativity necessary skills and fundamental beliefs.
What do you enjoy most about your job?
That every day is different. No two jobs are the same, so I’m constantly developing new skills and being challenged.
What are your other passions outside engineering?
Camogie & Crossfit
Why did you want to become an engineer?
I was very interested in using Revit (a building information modelling software) and knew Revit could do a lot. So I started looking for a job where I could utilise Revit and it turned out consultancies who carry out Daylight / Sunlight analysis use Revit as a main platform for assessment.
When did you first start becoming interested in engineering?
When I was looking for a course to learn Revit, I found one called ‘Applied BIM & Management’ and started studying in that course. One of the main modules I studied in the first year involved collaborating with engineers and this got me more interested in engineering.
What do you think are the biggest barriers for women perusing a career in engineering?
I think already many women started getting into engineering. I can’t think of what can be done at the moment, but I always think any job should seek candidate by looking at individual’s personality and skills rather than by gender which I believe and hope isn’t happening anymore.
What can be done in the industry to encourage more women to get into engineering?
I can’t recall any barrier I felt. Girls, if you like the sound of engineering just go ahead no matter if there are many more men than women! And boys, do the same, go for the job you want, doesn’t matter if there are too many girls and only few boys. Let’s not be overwhelmed by the amount of opposite gender in the field you want to work in.
What do you enjoy most about your job?
Being able to help architects to design more sustainable building and helping them by giving solutions with better energy use. Being able to work from home and get involved in social events.
Why did you want to become an engineer?
Engineering helps make lives better. Engineers help clean the environment, develop prosthetic aids, create clean and efficient transportation systems, find new sources of energy, alleviate the world's hunger problems, and increase the standard of living in underdeveloped countries.
When did you first start becoming interested in engineering?
I used to get good marks in Maths and Science at school so I looked into how I could apply these skills in later life and came across engineering.
What advice would you give to graduates applying for roles in engineering?
Make sure to talk about your responsibilities and achievements in any applications or interveiws use numbers and percentages if possible! Highlight skills gained that have prepared you for the role. Showing how you work well as part of a team is also really important to engineering roles so make sure to demonstrate this.
What are your other passions outside engineering?
One area that I’m passionate about is self-development and self-improvement in my personal life. I’m always looking to challenge myself and learn new things.
