On International Women in Engineering Day, Jaguar TCS Racing in Formula E highlights the achievements of remarkable women engineers who are making significant strides in their careers.
Mairi Mitchell: Leading Technical Partnerships
Mairi Mitchell is the Lead of Technical Partnerships at Jaguar TCS Racing. Her work is crucial in technical innovation and collaboration within the team.
Amy Romero: Applications Engineer at Wolfspeed
Amy Romero, an Applications Engineer at Wolfspeed, collaborates with Jaguar TCS Racing to enhance the performance of the Jaguar I-TYPE 6 racecar. Here’s a closer look at her journey and contributions:
A Journey of Problem-Solving
Romero’s fascination with problem-solving began in high school. She enjoyed puzzles and excelled in Physics, especially in circuits, which laid the foundation for her engineering career. Despite initially surprising herself and her parents, she pursued her passion and joined her school’s Robotics Club.
Amy earned her Master’s in Electrical Engineering from Virginia Tech, where she found graduate school both challenging and enjoyable. Her role at Wolfspeed, based in North Carolina, involves working closely with the Jaguar team. She moved to Kidlington, UK, to see firsthand the real-world impact of her problem-solving skills.
Making a Difference in Motorsport
Amy’s role involves running simulations, conducting comparisons, and advising on integration changes to improve the race car’s performance. Her work is vital in enhancing the all-electric race car, and she finds it rewarding to see tangible changes in the vehicle based on her contributions.
Inspiring the Next Generation
Marking International Women in Engineering Day, Amy shares her insights and advice. She emphasizes the importance of finding a mentor and building a support network. She also advises new engineers not to rush in choosing a specific field, encouraging them to explore various areas through rotational roles, as offered by Wolfspeed and JLR.
To Romero, engineering boils down to problem-solving: identifying issues and finding solutions. Her career is a testament to the impact that dedicated problem-solving can have on innovative industries like motorsport.
Celebrating International Women in Engineering Day 2024
The stories of Mairi Mitchell and Amy Romero exemplify the incredible contributions women engineers are making in fields traditionally dominated by men. Their achievements inspire future generations to pursue careers in engineering and continue breaking barriers.
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