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Memberships across 65 disciplines and career stages (chartered, incorporated and technicians) from students and apprentices to directors / CEOs. A ‘can-do’ group of individuals who wish to promote the profession and contribute to its development. Our community extends far and wide, regional, national, global and in education, training, professional engineering institutions, organisations and industry.

08/05/2026

Lady Eleanor Shelley-Rolls |
Celebrating the who proved that being a woman engineer was possible.

In the spirit of INWED 2026 and our theme of Engineering Intelligence, we honour Lady Eleanor Shelley-Rolls, a woman whose strategic mind and passion for technical progress helped lay the foundation for women in British engineering.

🔧 A founding member of the Women’s Engineering Society (WES), Eleanor used her immense social influence and "intelligence of industry" to advocate for women's place in technical fields at a time when the door was firmly shut.

🔧 Beyond her famous surname, she was a dedicated researcher in the field of electricity and aeronautics. She was an early champion of rural electrification, understanding that engineering was the key to modernising the British landscape.

🔧 As the sister of Charles Rolls (co-founder of Rolls-Royce), she possessed a deep, intuitive understanding of mechanical excellence and spent her life ensuring that engineering innovation was supported, funded, and recognised as a vital professional path for women.

Eleanor proved that Engineering Intelligence isn't just about the mechanics of a machine; it’s about the vision to build an industry that welcomes everyone.

Tag a woman in Electrical Engineering or Systems Leadership who is illuminating the world today, or save this post to celebrate the architects of our profession.

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07/05/2026

Partner with the Women's Engineering Society (WES), one of the UK's largest organisations for professional female engineers, and gain:

100+ years of proven expertise in inspiring and supporting women in engineering.

Networking opportunities to share knowledge across our extensive partner community.

Tailored support to boost your company's Diversity and Inclusion strategy.

A chance to raise your profile as a leading investor in women.

Let's work together to help your women engineers thrive!

06/05/2026

The Spring edition of The Woman Engineer is now available.

This issue features a range of insightful and inspiring content, including:
• The power of fellowship and why it matters
• A reflection on the women who paved the way as women in engineering at the University of Birmingham
• A perspective from a trainer involved in the Global Center on Adaptation Masterclass on Climate-Resilient Infrastructure in Africa
• A review of the book 200 Years of Britain’s Railways in 14 Journeys

Access the full journal through the Members Area on the WES website.

05/05/2026

We're just 6 weeks away from the next and !

To celebrate, and as part of our campaign, we are shining a spotlight on 2025's incredible WE50 award recipients each week, leading up to this year's event.

This week, we're thrilled to share the fantastic Anna Terry, Principal Mechanical Engineer, AWE.
Anna is a driving force in Additive Manufacturing, leading multimillion-pound R&D programmes. She shapes UK Defence strategy, and co-founded a Centre of Excellence with top universities. As a Staff
Sergeant, mother, and mentor, she champions diversity, supervises PhDs, and inspires future engineers through leadership, resilience, and a passion for equality and innovation.

Visit our website to learn more about previous : https://www.wes.org.uk/we50-awards

04/05/2026

We're expanding our network of WES Clusters across the UK and inviting members to express interest in leading regional activity.

Our aim: to create more in-person networking, career development, and employment opportunities for women in engineering where they live and work.

We've already held successful events in Liverpool, Edinburgh, and Aberdeen, with more regions now looking to grow.

We're now working closely with the newly formed Royal Academy of Engineering Regional Enterprise Hubs, opening up fresh opportunities for collaboration, innovation, and local impact.

Why volunteer as a Cluster Lead or Co-Lead?

✔ Shape local events and networking
✔ Gain leadership and community-building experience
✔ Strengthen your professional visibility
✔ Connect with employers, universities, and innovation hubs
✔ Directly support women in engineering near you

Express your interest: [email protected]

01/05/2026

Looking for your next role in engineering?

Our jobs board connects women engineers with companies committed to building inclusive environments where you can thrive.

✔ Roles across all engineering disciplines
✔ Employers who share our commitment to gender diversity
✔ New opportunities added regularly

Explore positions that value your expertise and potential: https://ow.ly/NchM50UtfwF

29/04/2026

We are proud to partner with the National Allyship Summit 2026, powered by Scottish Widows, taking place on Thursday 14 May at London Stock Exchange and online.

Led by Male Allies UK, the Summit will bring together leaders across business, policy, media and technology to explore how we move from gender division to gender dialogue.

Research, leadership accountability and practical action will sit at the heart of the day.

Join online here: https://www.maleallies.co.uk/allyship-summit-26/?utm_source=wes

28/04/2026

We're just 7 weeks away from the next and !

To celebrate, and as part of our campaign, we are shining a spotlight on 2025's incredible WE50 award recipients each week, leading up to this year's event.

This week, we're thrilled to share the fantastic Dr Evona Teh, Strategic Foresight Co-Founder/Innovation Lead, JLR. Evona has made an outstanding contribution to engineering innovation, resilience and leadership, co-founding JLR’s Strategic Foresight team. A trailblazer in automotive engineering, she bridges industry and academia as Imperial College’s first female Visiting Professor, mentors globally, and champions diversity and inclusion throughout the industry.

Visit our website to learn more about previous : https://www.wes.org.uk/we50-awards

24/04/2026

Beatrice Shilling |
Celebrating the who proved that being a woman engineer was possible.

As we look toward and the theme of Engineering Intelligence, few figures loom larger than Beatrice "Tilly" Shilling—the aeronautical engineer who saved the Spitfire.

Brilliant Problem Solving: During the Battle of Britain, Spitfire engines would stall during nose dives due to fuel flooding the carburettor. Beatrice applied her Engineering Intelligence to design a simple, elegant solution: a small metal disc with a precise hole that restricted fuel flow, known affectionately as "Miss Shilling's Or***ce."

A Master of Speed: Beatrice wasn't just a theorist; she was a competitive motorcycle racer. She was one of only three women to earn a "Gold Star" for lapping the Brooklands circuit at over 100 mph, using her technical skill to tune her own engines for maximum performance.

A Life of Innovation: Beyond WWII, her intelligence fueled research at the Royal Aircraft Establishment on everything from supersonic flight to braking systems for the Space Shuttle.

Beatrice proved that true Engineering Intelligence is the ability to find a simple, life-saving solution in the heat of a complex crisis.

Tag a woman in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering who is solving the "impossible" problems of today, or save this post to celebrate a legacy of speed and precision.

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22/04/2026

We are still blown away by the response from last week's conference! 🎉

Our 2026 brought together some of the brightest minds in engineering, and we were privileged to hear from outstanding speakers representing our headline sponsors , , and .

✔ Phillip Powner from AWE shared insights on Delivering Deterrence
✔ Emma Swinscoe from Amazon explored innovation at scale in Reliability and Maintenance Engineering
✔ Ro Walker from ISS highlighted the critical role of a neurodiverse leadership approach

If you joined us, we'd love to hear from you: what was your standout moment? Which session resonated most with your own engineering journey?

📋 There's still time to share your feedback and help shape future events. Complete our conference survey at: https://form.jotform.com/260992815443060

Thank you again to everyone who made this conference such a success. The conversations, connections, and insights shared last week remind us why this community matters.

Missed it? Stay connected with upcoming events and opportunities at wes.org.uk/events

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