From starting point to future vision

I joined Dyson a few days after my birthday in 2021, and it felt like the perfect gift—a chance to show how extraordinary engineering can make everyday items remarkable. Starting as a Graduate Design Engineer in the New Product Development (NPD) team, I began by reviewing proposed design changes for parts already in production, always exploring ways to improve.

Since then, my journey has been a whirlwind of growth and learning. A year on, I was promoted to Design Engineer in the same team, and two years later – I am now a Design Manager in the Beauty Category team. The people I’ve worked with have made all the difference. Every project has introduced me to mentors who made me think, “That’s who I want to be.” They’ve guided me, inspired me, and made it easy to aim high and pursue my career path with confidence.

Each day at Dyson is unique and fast-paced. One day, I’m in a huddle troubleshooting a part failure; the next, I’m prototyping designs in the lab or connecting with global manufacturers. I’ve even worked on the production line to ensure every part is assembled precisely. I’m proud of the work I've done so far, and although I can’t yet name a defining “legacy” project, I know I’m on the right path to achieve that one day.

My journey has taught me to take control of my career trajectory. Moving from Graduate Design Engineer to an emerging leadership role isn’t the conventional route, but by focusing on where I want to go, I've been able to pave my way.  At one point, I felt stuck despite meeting my goals. A conversation with my line manager changed my perspective—they reminded me not to dwell on weaknesses at the expense of my strengths. Real growth happens when we lean into what makes us uniquely valuable to the team.

Now, I measure progress through my contributions to the team rather than individual achievements. I focus on honing my strengths, which has opened up exciting opportunities at Dyson. So now I strongly advise everyone to find and build on your distinct strengths. In a team as diverse as ours, it’s the combination of each person’s unique abilities that drives innovation and success.