Women that Engineer

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Welcome to Women that Engineer; a podcast that shares the stories and experiences of women in engineering to empower fellow female engineers to break the bias.

You can expect each episode to dive into the unique engineering journey of our guests, including, the key personal and professional challenges they have faced and what can be done to improve the experience of being a woman who engineers. We will also discuss topics sent in by the community which will range from how to respond to prejudice to balancing how to raise a family and claim the so-called “corporate ladder”.

Become a part of our Women that Engineer community through our Facebook Group, "Women that Engineer" to join the conversation and connect with fellow engineers!

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Episodes

10. A Rising Star

Can you believe this is the TENTH episode of Women that Engineer? In this episode, we hear about the journey of a communications engineer recognised as a future leader and rising star. From not being aware of what engineering is to be a thriving engineer, Learn more about what is involved in being recognised for your contributions, ways you can give back to the engineering community and to not be afraid to give it a go! If you aren't already, join our Linkedin or Facebook groups to connect with ...

Aug 08, 2024•32 min•Season 1Ep. 10

9. She's a persevering electrical engineer

In Episode 9, learn more about an electrical engineers journey switch from the medical to the water industry and her perseverance through often being the only female in her class or team all throughout her engineering journey. Plus we talk about the importance and power of mentors. Don't forget to join our Linkedin or Facebook "Women that Engineer" groups! Connect with fellow listeners, hear their thoughts and experiences and share your own. Thank you for listening! See you in the next episode!...

Jul 11, 2024•30 min•Season 1Ep. 9

8. Charting new paths in her dream industry

Another Friday, another Women that Engineer episode! This time, join Lily as she sits down with a young professional in the biomedical industry. Explore her journey in working in her goal industry but navigating the unconventional industry career paths. If you are interested in learning more about the organisation mentioned, ISPE, you can find their website here . Join the Women that Engineer Facebook Group or Linkedin Group to be the first to hear of Women that Engineer updates and connect with...

Jun 27, 2024•35 min•Season 1Ep. 8

7. An Unconventional Success Story

This Friday, learn about the unconventional start of a successful engineering career. She started as a "mature-aged" student and young mother and worked her way up after navigating redundancies. We talk about picking your battles and managing redundancies in such a dynamic industry. If you enjoyed today's episode, get more of Women that Engineer by joining our Facebook or LinkedIn groups. There you can connect with fellow engineers and share your thoughts on the podcast. See you in the next epis...

Jun 13, 2024•34 min•Season 1Ep. 7

6. Breaking barriers and championing women

This episode is all about knowing your potential and reaching it. Lily is joined by an accomplished author, distinguished project manager, mentor and woman who has broken through traditional culture to be a success and inspiration. Listen in to learn about her journey and advice on knowing your value. If you want to learn more about today's guest and read her book , you can visit her website here. If you are enjoying Women that Engineer, don't forget to join our Facebook Group to stay up to date...

May 30, 2024•33 min•Season 1Ep. 6

5. The valedictorian working through imposter syndrome.

In our fifth episode of the season, Lily dives into imposter syndrome with a recently graduated civil engineer beginning her career in the resource industry. Enjoying the Women that Engineer conversations? Join our Facebook Group "Women that Engineer" to have your say and connect with other women in engineering. See you in the next episode!

May 02, 2024•30 min•Season 1Ep. 5

4. Insight into being a female engineer in the construction industry

With only, approximately, 15% of the construction workforce identifying as a woman, it is daunting being a woman in construction. In this episode, explore the world of being a female engineer working in construction with Lily. If you want to learn more about The National Association of Women in Construction (NAWIC), click here to go to their website. Enjoying the Women that Engineer conversations? Join our Facebook Group "Women that Engineer" to have your say and connect with other women in engi...

Apr 18, 2024•33 min•Season 1Ep. 4

3. Mastering the balance of being a mother and a manager

Today’s guest has over 20 years of experience in the industry, she shares her story of taking time off to raise her family and returning to the work force to become the Department Manager of her discipline. If you loved this episode and Women that Engineer episodes, join our Facebook Group to keep up to date and share your thoughts on each episode. If you want to be on the show, send an expression of interest to womenthatengineerau@gmail.com or through our Facebook Group. See you next episode!...

Apr 04, 2024•31 min•Season 1Ep. 3

2. The diary of a go-getter project manager

Lily sits down and chats all things about being a successful woman in engineering with a project manager who is passionate about supporting diversity in the engineering industry.

Mar 21, 2024•26 min•Ep. 2

1. Battling perfectionism and falling in love with engineering

In our first interview episode, we sit down to chat with a graduate engineer about finding your passion in engineering and all about the toll of wanting to do it all. Join in on the conversation and keep up to date with the podcast by joining our Facebook Group “Women that Engineer”. I hope to see you there!

Mar 07, 2024•30 min•Ep. 1

0. Women that Engineer

Welcome to the first episode of the ‘Women that Engineer’ podcast. A short and sweet introduction to what this podcast is all about, why it was made and what you can expect. Keep up to date with the podcast by joining our Facebook Group "Women that Engineer"!

Mar 07, 2024•2 min•Ep. 1

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