EngineerConnect – Perth

A Panel Discussion on How Diversity in Engineering Drives Innovation and Shapes the Future

Event Details:

Date:  Wednesday 14th May, 2025
Time: 4pm – 5:30pm
Location: 6 Thelma Street, West Perth, WA, 6005

Please RSVP by Wednesday 7th of May, 2025. Places are limited.

What to Expect:

• A panel discussion with experts in the industry. 
• Connect with like-minded professionals and expand your professional circle.
• Indulge in canapes while you network and discuss the latest developments in the engineering landscape.

A digital Certificate of Attendance will be provided after the event.

Overview:

Join us for an afternoon of networking and an engaging panel discussion on the untapped potential of diverse teams in engineering.

We’ll explore how embracing diverse perspectives leads to groundbreaking solutions, fosters creativity, and drives accelerated progress.

This thought-provoking conversation will highlight why diversity is more than just a buzzword – it’s the key to tackling some of the world’s most pressing engineering challenges. Discover how diverse talent is reshaping industries from technology to infrastructure, and why cultivating an inclusive engineering workforce is not just beneficial for business, but crucial for innovation.

Key Takeaways:

• The powerful connection between diversity and game-changing innovation in engineering.
• Real-life examples of how diverse teams are reshaping industries and solving global challenges.
• Practical strategies for fostering diversity and inclusion within engineering teams.
• How diverse perspectives improve decision-making, design, and the engineering process as a whole.

Panelists:

Leading the panel discussion is Indumathi V, EIT’s Deputy Dean

Indumathi V is an experienced Chartered Professional Engineer with over 20 years in electrical and electronics engineering, education, and leadership. Holding a Bachelor’s in Electrical and Electronics Engineering, a Graduate Diploma in Education, and an MBA, Indumathi is a Fellow of Engineers Australia and the Australian Institute of Management. Passionate about empowering women and girls in STEM, she actively mentors and is pursuing a Ph.D. focusing on data analytics in education using EEG sensors.

Jillian Formentin, Head of Engineering APAC West at Wood and Australian Professional Engineer of the Year 2024

Jillian Formentin is an engineering leader known for delivering complex projects on time and within budget. As Head of Engineering at Wood for WA, NT, and Asia, she leads a team focused on delivering innovative engineering solutions. A passionate advocate for sustainability and safety, Jillian was honored as Australian Professional Engineer of the Year (2024) and serves as a Governance Board Director for EIT.

Indrasen Naidoo, Managing Partner at ISN Advisory and Partner at JAF Solutions

With 25 years of experience in organizational and supply chain transformation, Indrasen Naidoo leverages his dual expertise in finance and industrial engineering to drive system design and performance. He specializes in applying systems thinking through a human-centric lens, with a focus on business model reframing and the use of data and technology. Indrasen has held leadership roles in industries ranging from transport to finance and is a founding director of the South African Supplier Diversity Council.

Allison Selman, Managing Director at Atteris

With 25 years of global experience in subsea, pipeline, and offshore wind industries, Allison Selman is a seasoned leader in asset lifecycle management. As Managing Director at Atteris, she focuses on asset integrity and the total cost of ownership in greenfield projects. Allison was awarded WA Professional Engineer of the Year in 2019 and is a Principal Consultant for engineering projects.

Pouya Mirjani, Senior Electrical Engineer at Technip Energies Australia 

Pouya Mirjani is a Senior Electrical Engineer with 16+ years of experience in the energy, oil & gas, and steel industries. He specializes in electrical design for both onshore and offshore projects, with expertise in power system modeling using ETAP. A MIEAust Chartered Engineer and AS/NZS 4761 certified EEHA designer, Pouya’s work spans safety-related projects, offshore wind farms, and large-scale green hydrogen plants in Australia.

This event is supported by Engineers Australia

Who is EIT?

The Engineering Institute of Technology (EIT) provides practical education and training in engineering and technology, with most graduates in fulfilling and well-paid engineering jobs.

EIT offers excellence across its professional development courses, and in its Australian internationally accredited diplomas and advanced diplomas, bachelor and master degrees, and a professional Doctor of Engineering.

The engineering lecturers and instructors, most with considerable industry experience and a passion for teaching, are drawn from around the world.

The live and interactive online platform of learning (with access to remote and virtual labs) reaches students in over 160 countries.

The degrees are also available on campus in Australia, using a blended approach to learning.

If you have any questions, please contact Caroline: caroline.mackay@eit.edu.au

We look forward to seeing you there.

Register now to secure your spot!