Uploaded June 2019 | Updated September 2026, 4 hours ago

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In this video SKA systems engineer Shagita Gounden explains what she loves about working in engineering and being part of Team SKA.

To mark International Day of Women in Engineering 2019 (#INWED19), we spoke to her about her route into engineering, why we need more women in the field, and the importance of building a sense of community among colleagues.

Watch her other mini videos:
How does diversity benefit engineering? youtu.be/U_gJ-QDSE7M
How do engineers transform the future? youtu.be/uoMx8HJ3gk4

To read her full interview, visit skatelescope.org/skapeople/shagita-gounden