Introducing Nila, a Technical Support Engineer at Wipro. She discusses the hurdles she’s faced, valuable advice for aspiring women engineers, and her journey in the tech field.
Women in Engineering with Nila
FPGA Insights features an exclusive interview with Nila, a Technical Support Engineer at Wipro, sharing her experiences and perspectives as a woman in the engineering field.
1) What’s your Name, Job Title & Area of Work?
My name is Nila, and I work as a Technical Support Engineer at Wipro Company. I help clients solve technical problems and ensure their tools and systems run smoothly.
2) What sparked your interest in engineering? Can you describe the moment you realized this was a field you’d like to pursue?
I’ve always been curious about how things work. I loved fixing toys and watching my mom repair things as a child. In school, I built a small circuit for a project, and seeing it work made me realize Arts was my passion.
3) What are your experiences of being a female engineer?
It’s been both challenging and rewarding. While there were times I had to prove myself, I’m proud to break stereotypes and show that women belong in engineering.
4) Can you tell me more about your career path so far?
I studied BCA in college, then started as an intern working on technologies. Over time, I moved into technical support because I love solving problems and helping people. Joining Wipro has been a great experience for me.
5) What has been your most challenging experience as an engineer?
One time, a client’s system failed just before a big launch. We had to fix it quickly under a lot of pressure. It was tough but also taught me a lot about teamwork and staying calm.
6) What is the most exciting thing about your job?
The best part of my job is solving tricky problems and knowing my work helps clients succeed.
7) What kind of impact would bring you great satisfaction in your work?
I feel happy when my work saves time or makes things easier for clients. I’d also love to inspire more women to join Arts and Science.
8) What do you think needs to be done to improve the statistics in terms of women’s participation in engineering?
We need to show young girls that it is an exciting career. Companies can help by offering scholarships, creating a welcoming environment, and supporting women in leadership roles.
9) What do you enjoy most and least about engineering?
I love solving problems and learning new things. The only downside is that tight deadlines can sometimes be stressful.
10) Who has been your greatest support, coach, and mentor across [Industry], and why?
My family has always supported me, and I’ve been lucky to have mentors at work who’ve guided me and helped me grow in my career.
11) What is it like to be a woman in engineering? Do you feel that your gender gives you a different perspective and experience from your male counterparts? Any advantages?
Being a woman in this field is empowering. I think my perspective helps in teamwork and problem-solving. Diversity is always an advantage.
12) What advice do you have for women interested in engineering? What kinds of practical experience should they have? What technical skills should they pick up?
Stay curious and confident. Get hands-on experience through projects and internships. Learn important skills like coding or working with tools in your field. Also, find mentors who can guide you.
