From the start, I knew I wanted to specialize in power electronics, and the graduate scheme equipped me well for this role. Thanks to the scheme, I entered my chosen role with nearly two years of experience working with 500kW drive systems and designing a four-quadrant drive, which was a completely new product for the company at the time.

The learning did not stop after completing the graduate scheme. Although the rotation phase ended, I continued to grow and develop into a specialist in power electronics, my chosen field. The company and mentors provided ongoing support, challenging me and encouraging me to work towards chartership.

After finishing the graduate scheme, I continued working on the development of a regenerative, four quadrant drive. This project involved PCB design, assisting manufacturing during production, and testing prototypes. Once the project was completed and the customer was satisfied with the prototype, I moved on to a new project with increased responsibilities.

I became the electrical lead on one of the new drive frames, ensuring the mechanical, electrical and manufacturing side of the project were all working with each other to deliver the prototype of the new product.

In 2024, I not only attended the PEMD conference but also had the opportunity to be a speaker presenting challenges women face in the engineering industry. This experience led to my participation in discussions about the latest developments in power electronics and helped me establish valuable connections within the industry. As a result, I was invited to join the organizing committee for the 2025 conference in Turin, Italy. 

Nidec Drives has continued to support my growth, providing opportunities to attend numerous training courses and conferences.