Women in Engineering Series: Karolina

As part of our Women in Engineering series to celebrate National Women in Engineering Day, we’re finding out more about some of the inspiring women we’re surrounded by…

Karolina – Marketing Specialist

Name: Karolina
Job Title: Marketing Specialist
Company Name: SOLIDEXPERT, a SOLIDWORKS and DriveWorks Value Added Reseller.

Background

I have a degree in Management and Production Engineering from Cracow University of Economics, Department of Commodities.
I also have a master’s degree in Management and Production Engineering, specialising in Porduction Management, from Cracow University of Science, Department of Mechanical Engineering.

Involvement in Engineering

As Marketing Specialist I prepare all of the marketing materials for my company. In order to do this I need to know the products that we sell and I need to have all the necessary knowledge to convey to our clients, who are also Engineers. Having contact with customers requires me to speak confidently in a technical language and understand their needs.

“If you are passionate about engineering, technology, science etc. you should do it! It doesn’t matter that you are a girl, if you truly want something, you can succeed!”

Qualifications & Recognition

I have received SOLIDWORKS and DriveWorks Certifications, technical training, engineering practice and technical skills.

Where Did Your Initial Interest in Engineering Come From?

Since I remember I was interested in engineering, I especially loved to tinker when I was a kid. I was very passionate about watching how something was created and manufactured. I thought that working as an engineer would be even more enjoyable for me so I decided to study Management and Production Engineering.

What Advice Would You Give to Young Women Interested in Engineering?

If you are passionate about engineering, technology, science etc. you should do it!
It doesn’t matter that you are a girl, if you truly want something, you can succeed!

If You Weren’t an Engineer What Would You Be?

I would be a graphic designer