"Elaine is a Structural Engineer, responsible for making sure that off-shore oil platforms are safe for the people who live on them.Elaine describes herself as an honest, and methodical person which ties in to the fact that she is a ‘Communicator’ type. She is conscientious and has a good attention to detail which matches well with the ‘Quality Controller’ type. She is also prepared to think of other solutions and this fits with the ‘Coordinator’ type."

"Elaine manages the structural integrity of off-shore oil platforms. This means she needs to make sure nothing falls down or falls off them and she carries out inspections to find out what condition they are in and prioritise repairs.Elaine also does a couple of off-shore trips a year, and through volunteering for things she has had the opportunity to travel to London, which she loves!"

"Elaine did an MEng in Civil Engineering at university. It is important to Elaine to feel challenged, and after university she joined a graduate program at the engineering company Atkins. Atkins have also helped Elaine to become a Chartered Engineer with the Institution of Civil Engineers."

"Elaine is quite a busy person and she enjoys volunteering in her spare time. She is a Brownie Leader and is involved with the Aberdeen Association of Civil Engineers. She enjoys going into schools to talk about STEM and careers. As Elaine grew up on a farm and is now a farmer’s wife, she also enjoys helping at a local agricultural show. She also really likes going out on her road bike and catching up with friends."

"Elaine spends most of her time in the office. Her day starts with planning what she will be doing for the day, which often involves lots of meetings and emails. She also needs to think of answers to last-minute requests that come in from offshore and back these up with calculations. Elaine really enjoys speaking to people and solving the various challenges that come up."

"MEng in Civil Engineering at university. "