Isla Weir
About Isla Weir
Isla Weir is a Mechanical Engineering Intern at Plexus Corp. and a Product Design Engineering student at the University of Glasgow, where she has been studying since 2018. She has previously held roles in social media coordination and kitchen assistance, and has experience in design through her work with FemEng and HTA Design LLP.
Work at Plexus
Isla Weir currently holds the position of Mechanical Engineering Intern at Plexus Corp. in Livingston, Scotland. She has been in this role since 2021, contributing to various engineering projects and gaining practical experience in the field. Her internship allows her to apply her academic knowledge in a professional setting, enhancing her skills in mechanical engineering.
Education and Expertise
Isla Weir is pursuing a Master of Engineering (MEng) in Product Design Engineering at the University of Glasgow, a program she has been enrolled in since 2018. She is expected to complete her degree in 2024. Additionally, she studied Product Design Engineering at The Glasgow School of Art, further solidifying her expertise in the field.
Background
Isla Weir has a diverse background in various roles related to engineering and design. She worked as a Kitchen Assistant at Abernethy Trust for one month in 2018. In 2017, she gained work experience at HTA Design LLP in Edinburgh for one month. She also served as Social Media Convener for FemEng: Empowering Women in Engineering from 2020 to 2021, where she was involved in promoting the organization’s initiatives.
Current Roles
In addition to her internship at Plexus Corp., Isla Weir currently works as a Shop Assistant at Fudge Kitchen in Edinburgh, a position she has held since 2018. She also serves as Mentoring Convenor for FemEng: Empowering Women in Engineering, a role she has occupied since 2021, focusing on supporting and mentoring women in the engineering field.