The International Day of Women and Girls in Science, celebrated every year on 11 February, aims to recognise and highlight the impact of women on scientific and technological progress, and to encourage their participation in STEM fields (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics). In this article, five Redeia professionals, who work in technology and engineering and collaborate closely with Elewit on cutting-edge innovation projects, share their experiences with the aim of inspiring a growing number of women and girls to help shape the future of science and technology.

Marta Caballero Martín, Electricity Grid Operations Technician at Red Eléctrica

From a young age, I knew I would pursue a career in science. My father, who was a mathematics and physics teacher, instilled this vocation in me by teaching me to solve problems in a simple way—almost like a game. Working in the electricity sector, where there is so much room for innovation, brings me back to those challenges.

Verónica Del Pino Deniz Perez, Electricity Grid Operations Technician for non-Peninsular Territories at Red Eléctrica

Since childhood, I’ve always had an innate curiosity to understand and uncover the magic behind how things work. I was fascinated by puzzles and loved solving problems that required logical thinking. Some of my most vivid memories are from my early visits to factories during elementary school. I was captivated by these visits, as they allowed me to watch production processes first hand and see how machines and assembly lines operated.

In high school, technology and computer science quickly became my favourite subjects, especially those with hands-on activities, like building small electrical circuits. I still remember the excitement of realising how easy it was to generate energy with just a battery and a light bulb. These experiences sparked an even greater curiosity for science and technology—one that has stayed with me to this day.

Looking back, I suppose all of this inspired me to pursue a career in engineering. I always knew my higher education would focus on technical fields. I hope my story inspires others to follow their passions and explore the fascinating world of science and technology.

Sara Lázaro Alonso, Telco & Cybersecurity Partner at Elewit

I’ve always been curious about how things work. As a child, I would take apart any broken electronic device, convinced that I could fix it. I also loved maths and physics, which I believe set me on the path to an engineering career.

Throughout my career, I’ve had the chance to work on projects that were not only technically challenging but also incredibly rewarding. To this day, I still find myself wondering, ‘How does this work?’—and I can’t help but open up the washing machine, hoping to figure out what made it stop running. That curiosity and optimism continue to drive me on to keep learning and growing in my field.

Technology is a vast and exciting field, full of opportunities to innovate and make a difference in the world.

Ana Rodríguez Aparicio, Electricity System Operations Models Technician at Red Eléctrica

I remember when I was little, my father had an alarm clock that often ran slow. He would take it apart to fix the mechanism, and I’d watch in awe as he carefully removed the pieces, gears, and springs before putting it all back together. That's where my passion for engineering began.

There was no one in my close circle who had studied engineering. However, if I had to name a role model, it would be Marie Curie. Her research on radioactivity inspired me to pursue a specialisation in energy technologies at university, where I studied subjects like physics and nuclear technology.

Marta Garcia Ruiz, Environmental Technician at Red Eléctrica

To encourage more girls and young women to pursue STEM careers, I believe it is crucial to support educational programmes, that include workshops and mentors who can inspire them by sharing their experiences and achievements in these fields. Initiatives like Redeia’s STEM scholarship programme have helped me get to where I am today by offering the opportunities I needed to grow professionally.