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23 Jun 2025

Skills & careers

Women in engineering unite for support and inspiration

To celebrate INWED 2025, EngineeringUK and Women’s Engineering Society (WES) have released survey findings highlighting the support networks being used by female engineers, plus their determination to inspire the next generation.

Survey findings highlight what female engineers would like to see the community doing more of to inspire more young women into the sector - AdobeStock

In a recent survey of WES members, the majority of women said they are engaged in some sort of support network. Over two-thirds (67 per cent) said they are members of a professional body such as a PEI and 57 per cent in a membership network outside of their organisation. Almost half (45 per cent) are involved in mentoring and 38 per cent are involved in informal support from other women in engineering.

CHECK OUT THE ENGINEER'S INWED2025 COVERAGE HERE

One respondent commented: “It is good to have a global-to-local network of women engineers who will support each other and encourage using different paths and mentor schemes according to young women's interests, ambitions, and aspirations."

Another commented: “I mentor a number of young women, mainly I speak to them about following their passions and not letting anything hold them back. I also explain the practicalities of following the field of engineering, subjects to study, interview tips and general confidence building.”

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