Every March 8, the world commemorates International Women's Day, a date to reflect on advances in gender equity and celebrate The achievements of women in various fields. On this occasion, we want to recognize the role of women in engineering, a sector in which female participation is still minority but fundamental for development and innovation.
To do this, we talked with Cave, Cristina and Paula, three of our collaborators in IDI, who shared their experiences and perspectives about his career in chemical engineering.
THE ROAD TO ENGINEERING
Ana tells us: “The truth, at first I was not very clear what I wanted to study. I always liked the sciences, las math and the chemical, but I didn't know how to combine them in a race. Chemical engineering caught my attention because it offered many options To work in different fields, such as industry or research. In the end, I thought it was a race with many opportunities and decided to take a risk. ”
For his part, Cristina recalls: “In the baccalaureate I The science subjects liked, in physical concrete. My dream was to study physics, be in a research group and study quantum physics. Due to the selectivity I did not have the opportunity to enter that race, by discard and why Engineering caught my attention, I signed up for chemical engineering. ”
Paula also shares his experience: “There was no specific moment of inspiration. I have always inclined towards scientific-technological areas, although at first I was not sure what career to choose. Finally, I opted for engineering due to Labor opportunities and the Market demand“.
Breaking barriers
When we ask about his models to follow, Ana reflects: “I don't know if I had a specific way to follow, but I was always inspired by people who pursue their goals with effort and dedication. Inside engineering, I don't know any particular engineer, but That was also part of what motivated me. Know that there are few female references in this field It made me want to be part of the change and show that Women can dedicate ourselves to engineering“.
Cristina, on the other hand, mentions: “My models to follow are engineers and engineers that I know at work“.
Paula adds: “Outside the field of engineering, My main referents have been my parents. Within the field, I do not have a specific figure to which I consider a model to follow. ”
Tips for future engineers
Ana shares: “My advice would be to trust their skills. The engineering career may seem complicated, but like any career, With effort and perseverance, it is totally possible to approve it. They are not afraid to make mistakes, because you also learn from them. And, above all, remember that their gender does not define what they can achieve“.
Cristina adds: “That with consistency and desire it is possible to finish it. It is a race that opens the doors to you to Working world with enough options and Very good opportunities“.
Paula complements: “I would recommend that you reflect well on your choice, since engineering is a demanding career that Requires effort and perseverance. It is essential to have motivation, endurance Faced with challenges and learn to Manage frustration to be able to advance successfully. ”
The impact of engineering work
One of the aspects that most motivates Ana is the ability to generate solutions: "The possibility of address specific problems and Find solutions to improve things, even if I work from an office. The idea that my work can contribute to important projects either small or large scale, always motivates me. ”
Cristina shares her enthusiasm for her work: "The possibility of participating in the Creation of processes that help the human being. In this case, helping the creation of process lines that generate medications makes me feel grateful, since I feel that I contribute my grain of sand to the world. ”
Paula highlights another aspect: “I especially enjoy project management, the feeling of having control over the situation and the opportunity to interact with experts from different sectors. This allows me to continually learn about different disciplines and Expand my knowledge“.
Achievements and future perspectives
Although his trajectory in IDI is recent, Ana sees this beginning as a fundamental step: “A short time ago I work in IDI, and although I am still in the early stages, the most significant for me so far is to have taken the first step and start entering the world of engineering, knowing that Each new learning is an important advance“.
For his part, Cristina reflects: “I have improved in many labor and personal aspects. Thanks to this work I have gained trust, learning, I have exposed myself to situations that I did not think I was able to do, so I have grown personally. I have advanced exponentially in my work career, I have had the possibility of Participate in a project with more responsibilities and in which I felt comfortable. In the future, I would like to do the degree of Postgraduate in Pharmaceutical Plants Engineering and Acquire more knowledge to be able to develop with more security. ”
Paula, meanwhile, highlights: “One of my greatest achievements has been to develop a great ease in project management and of Work teams, which has allowed me to perform with greater efficacy and trust in my professional work ”.
The testimonies of Cave, Cristina and Paula They reflect the determination and commitment of many women who have decided Challenge stereotypes and make their way in a field traditionally dominated by men.
On this International Women's Day, we celebrate their effort and contribution to engineering, inspiring future generations to follow their steps and build a more equitable and innovative future.