Profession / Education:

Light Industrial Engineer (BSc), Product Designer (MA)

Why did you choose this profession?

I have always been strong in skill-based fields. I enjoyed drawing and photography, had good spatial awareness and logical thinking. I wanted to create something tangible, something that could take physical form, and that is why I chose this profession.

Is there an advantage to choosing your profession as a woman?

We women tend to relate to challenges differently than men. We are capable of detailed, in-depth exploration and of sustaining enthusiasm endlessly when we truly feel connected to something. I believe we also carry a strong desire to prove ourselves—to show that we are just as capable as men.

For some reason, this question reminded me of Éva Janikovszky, who wrote the following charming lines in her book Be Glad You’re a Girl:

“I’m glad I’m a girl,
because nowadays a girl can become anything,
even a football player,
an academic
or an astronaut,
and if she does become one,
she’ll be much more famous
than if she were a boy.”

That pretty much sums it up.

Do you have female role models?

Every woman can be a role model who manages to gain recognition in her career—especially if she is also able to thrive professionally while raising children. Creating value in multiple areas at the same time is exhausting and requires strong inner motivation.

What are your greatest achievements?

As the years go by, I would highlight personal development rather than specific milestones. Over time, one becomes more self-aware, learns to prioritize more effectively, manages stress better, and gains a clearer understanding of personal values—all of which have a direct impact on professional performance. I feel I have grown significantly in this regard, although I see it as a never-ending journey.

What would your advice be for young women thinking about a career in science?

I believe that more and more women are choosing technical studies and careers in science. I encourage everyone to pursue this path, as our perspective is very much needed in a field that is still often considered male-dominated. Perseverance is key, because it is an incredibly rewarding feeling to take part in the creation, discovery or development of something new.

What is the funniest or most memorable thing that has happened to you while working at TC?

Together with my close colleagues, I have many funny and meaningful memories. I sincerely hope that wherever life may take us, some of the friendships formed here will stay with us in the long term.

Is it hard to manage both career and private life?

It is full of challenges, and as children grow older, I increasingly understand the saying “small children, small problems; big children, big problems.” Balancing career and family is possible only with sacrifices, often accompanied by constant feelings of guilt toward one side or the other. It is hard work. On top of that, we are living in uncertain times, and sometimes it is difficult to find inner peace even within ourselves.