Its National Engineering Day, led by the Royal Academy of Engineering, its a day that aims to make the UK’s engineers and engineering more visible and celebrate how they improve everyday lives and shape the world around us.
As part of National Engineering Day 2024, RAEng have unveiled a digital artwork of five engineering role models, in a bid to inspire a new generation into the profession.
This vibrant artwork by Kelly Anna, commissioned by the Royal Academy of Engineering, features five inspiring engineers, each represented with symbolic elements that highlight their unique contributions to society. From innovative inventions and STEM education to environmental sustainability and vaccine production, each figure stands amidst colourful, nature-inspired motifs that underscore their commitment to creating a better, more inclusive world through engineering.
Each of these role models brings unique contributions and diverse backgrounds to their fields, and all were nominated by the public from a total of over 150 nominations. From left to right we have:
1. Navjot ‘Nav’ Sawhney is depicted holding his flat pack washing machine, symbolising water conservation and empowerment for women in underserved communities.
2. Dr Shini Somara is with her books and a computer, representing her work in STEM education and simplifying complex ideas.
3. Meg Ginsberg takes centre stage in her wheelchair, holding water droplets to highlight her focus on wastewater management and accessibility in engineering.
4. Laura Hoang holds a shield, symbolizing her commitment to safe, user-friendly design and her work toward a Net Zero future.
5. And on the far-right hand side, Alice Kan is framed by a rainbow and holding a vaccine vial, reflecting her pivotal role in COVID-19 vaccine production and her push for inclusivity in engineering.
