You don’t look like an Engineer

You don’t look like an Engineer

Laura Miranda & Sohan Roopra

Episodes 48
Avg. Duration 50m
Activity Declining
Since Mar 2022
Latest Episode Jan 2026

Outreach Signals

Open to Sponsors Features Guests

Publishing Details

Schedule
Monthly
Format
Episodic
Hosting
api.riverside.fm

Contact & Outreach

About This Podcast

Laura Miranda and Sohan Roopra co-founded You Don’t Look Like an Engineer. A podcast aimed at challenging the stereotypes about what an engineer looks like, the show sparks meaningful conversations about inclusion, finding your passion in your career, leadership and self-improvement.

 

The corporate world is often seen as impersonal and robotic, even, but the podcast is here to show its human side—the people and their stories, and the diversity that is reshaping this profession. Through honest conversations, we explore industry issues like gender equity, cultural diversity, and leadership, offering real insights and ideas to help workplaces become places where everyone feels they can fulfill their dreams, and everyone feels like they belong.

 

With a mission to drive change through storytelling, our podcast reshapes perspectives and opens doors for a more inclusive future in engineering and beyond.

Explore Statistics

Recent Episodes

Quota Hire or Qualified? Women Owning Their Power in Engineering

Jan 08, 2026 50m

In this Episode of You don't Look Like and Engineer, we delve into what it really means to build a career as a woman in the energy and engineering sectors. Carolina Mayol, a senior grid connections…

Leadership starts with Understanding YOURSELF | Renowned leadership expert Dr Gretchen Gagel

Aug 25, 2025 50m

What does it take to lead with vision in industries where innovation and resilience are non-negotiable? In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Gretchen Gagel. Internationally recognised executive,…

Nobody gets into engineering for the money: Engineer and Philanthropist Steve Adamthwaite

Jul 21, 2025 59m

Join us on episode 45 as we chat with Steve, a water business leader at Arup, who shares his journey in engineering. Despite his impressive career, Steve shares that he has also had moments of…

Sascha Kurz: What It Takes to Build a Consultancy from the Ground Up

Mar 28, 2025 54m

In this episode, we sit down with Sascha Kurz, Queensland's Engineer of the Year 2024. Her journey shares the road from an engineer to successful consultancy owner. Sascha she built her company IPS…

Annalie Howling: Set yourself free from shame, recognise burnout and live life on your terms

Jan 27, 2025 1h 7m

Laura and Sohan sit down with Annalie Howling, a renowned coach and trauma specialist who has helped celebrities and high performing athletes overcome barriers like shame. Annalie opens up about her…

David Bainbrigge: The Executive Leadership Expert

Nov 11, 2024 59m

We’re excited to return with an enlightening episode featuring David, an executive engineer with over 25 years of experience in leadership roles, primarily in the natural resource sector. David has…

Darren Flynn: The entrepreneurial engineer

Jul 30, 2024 51m

In this episode, Lau and Sohan chat with Darren Flynn, an engineer on a mission to be more entrepreneurial. Darren's journey began in the trenches, working with pipes, pumps, and concrete, and has…

Roberta Brosco: Let go of your self judgement - advice from a professional self development coach

Jul 09, 2024 52m

Laura and Sohan embark on a mindfulness journey led by former engineer-turned mindfulness coach Roberta Brosco. Roberta talks about her journey within construction, how she embarked on a journey to…

Fiona McDonald: Pursuit, Passion and Promise leader of 2023

May 27, 2024 50m

Laura and Sohan sit with the Roads Australia PPP award winner of 2023, Fiona McDonald from New South Wales. Fiona is a Senior Manager of Industry Affairs and Partnerships, who shares her experience…

Josh Yates: Treat the janitor with the same respect as the CEO

Apr 17, 2024 49m

In this episode, we have the pleasure of sitting down with Josh Yates, a multifaceted individual serving as the co-director of Landy Advisory, the director of the Tweed Seagulls Rugby League Football…

Rhianna Di Trapani: Creating a healthy relationship with change

Apr 02, 2024 50m

Join Laura and Sohan in their interview with Rhianna Di Trapani, the civil construction professional turned director of her very own company - Virtual Civil Consulting! From juggling two degrees and…

Vanessa: The undercover superhero shaping our transport future

Mar 15, 2024 51m

In this episode, Sohan and Lau sit down with Vanessa, a transportation engineer reshaping the face of Civil Engineering. Vanessa shares her passion for engineering and social media, discussing the…

Miranda Swift: The 13-year old grabbing everyone's attention

Feb 20, 2024 43m

Join Sohan and Laura as they interview Miranda Swift, a rising star in engineering. Discover how she kickstarted her career in high school, evolving from a part-time worker to a cadet civil engineer.…

Angela Hucker: Creating a successful journey in spite of gender biases

Feb 03, 2024 1h 3m

In this episode, Lau and Sohan host Angela Hucker, CEO of EPIC. Angela shares experiences from her career, spanning two decades in male-dominated industries. She talks about learning to rise to the…

Akshay Shewale: Taj Mahal wasn't built in a day, keep putting one foot forward

Jan 24, 2024 50m

In Episode 33, Sohan and Laura are joined by Akshaye Shewale, the visionary owner of Mebumi. Mebumi is at the forefront of the future, revolutionising the outsourcing of engineering from India, the…

Engineering for Humanity: Daniel Lambert’s Journey

Dec 21, 2023 1h 1m

Join Laura and Sohan as they unravel the extraordinary engineering journey of Daniel Lambert, an Entrepreneur, Innovator, and Humanitarian engineer specialising in Water, Energy, and Resources.This…

Marzena Bilicka: Being seen and heard as a female in the industry

Dec 20, 2023 1h 2m

In the latest episode of the You Don't Look Like an Engineer podcast, Sohan and Laura get into the nitty and gritty with Marzena Bilicka. A civil engineer from Poland, with experience in England and…

Glass Cliffs: out of the frying pan into the fire

Dec 13, 2023 21m

Join Laura and Sohan as they delve into the hidden challenges women encounter in leadership roles – a discussion centered around the glass cliff phenomenon. This phenomenon unfolds when women step…

Andrew MacGregor: The mindset change that creates workplaces where people want to stay

Oct 31, 2023 1h

To celebrate their 30th Episode, Lau and Sohan sit down with Andrew McGregor - the male ally who has supported the You don't Look Like an Engineer Podcast since its inception. Andrew is the Managing…

The elephant in the corporate room: tips for career success and longevity

Oct 24, 2023 57m

Almost 82% of jobs these days are sedentary in nature, while humans are built for the opposite. On of the unspoken challenges about desk jobs are maintaining movement in your routine, which balances…

Frequently Asked Questions

How many episodes does You don’t look like an Engineer have?

You don’t look like an Engineer has published 48 episodes since March 2022, covering topics in Business, Careers.

Is You don’t look like an Engineer still active?

You don’t look like an Engineer is currently declining with new episodes monthly. Average episode length is 50m.

How do I contact You don’t look like an Engineer for sponsorship or guest appearances?

Sign up on Grep.FM to access contact details for You don’t look like an Engineer, including email and social media links.

Similar Podcasts