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MEET ALANNA GRAY, EIT

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This article was published 17/05/2021 (1784 days ago), so information in it may no longer be current.

Alanna Gray was always interested in problem-solving, taking things apart, figuring out how they worked, and why.

Before starting grade 12, Gray’s aunt, who is a mechanical engineer, encouraged her to consider a career in engineering.

“Since then, I knew that was what I wanted to do. I think it’s awesome that my aunt’s been able to succeed in such a male-dominated field.”

When Gray started in the Price Faculty of Engineering, she noticed it was predominantly men. By the time she graduated, she saw a shift towards inclusivity.

“It’s always important to have equal representation across genders and all different cultures and backgrounds. Especially in engineering when you’re trying to design something for all types of people to use, you need to make sure you get all different kinds of inputs.”

Today, Gray works as a quality engineer at a 3D printing company called Precision ADM. During the COVID-19 pandemic, the company started manufacturing nasopharyngeal swabs.

“We really feel grateful to be able to directly impact Manitobans and Canadians and help out wherever we can.”

Gray hopes her career will have a positive impact on people’s lives and inspire the next generation of engineers.

“I really hope that someone can look up to me and know that there is a place in this field for them.”

At Engineers Geoscientists Manitoba, we believe greater equity and representation will engineer a better world. Diversity benefits everyone, offering new perspectives that open doors for all Manitobans, creating new and exciting opportunities. 

Learn more about Alanna Gray’s story by visiting mystory.EngGeoMB.ca