Women in Electrical Engineering

Four inspiring women in Electrical Engineering share their journeys, challenges, and visions for the future of the field. Why do women choose electrical engineering? What drives them, and how do they see their role in this traditionally male field?

After graduating in 2016, I started working at TNO's Intelligent Imaging department. My work focuses on applied research in computer vision and AI, with applications ranging from safety and security to autonomous robotics. What excites me most are projects where multiple domains come together – combining deep learning, knowledge representation, and reasoning to create real impact.

If you are interested in Electrical Engineering, don’t miss this electrifying afternoon!

 Programme 

• 14.30 Walk-in moment, Carré 2H
• 14.40 Welcome by Cora Salm, Electrical Engineering Programme Director
• 15.00 Fieke Hillerström (EE’16) – Research Scientist at TNO
• 15.30 Elke Vosman-Laarhuis (EE’93) – Senior Project Manager at Keolis Nederland
• 16.00 Break Coffee/Tea
• 16.15 Ilka Vissher-Dove (EE’14) – Group Lead/Project Manager at Lionix International
• 16.45 Giulia Piccolo – Group Lead CS EUV Competence Engineering at ASML
• 17.15 Susanne van der Linden - Susanne talks about her experiences with the Future of Twente mentoring programme.
• 17.25 Meet & Greet with snacks and drinks

As a senior project and programme manager at Keolis Netherlands, I lead large-scale change projects in public transport, such as the introduction of OVpay. With a background in electrical engineering and over 20 years of experience in IT and public transport, I combine technical expertise with clear communication and the leadership of multidisciplinary teams. It’s that connection that makes my work both valuable and exciting.

Sign up for an inspiring event with female Electrical Engineering experts, sharing their stories about success, careers, and changing the field. Women in EE is open to students, graduates, professionals, and everyone passionate about EE.

📆 26 September

⏰ 14.30

🏫 University of Twente Campus, building Carré, room 2H

✍️ Registration via the KIVI website

🎟️ Cost: 5 euros for KIVI members, alumni, UT employees, etc. For Bachelor's and Master's students, admission is free of charge. The price includes catering.

ℹ️ Information via the KIVI website

Women in EE is organised by the UT Department of Electrical Engineering (EEMCS), KIVI Students Twente (KST) and KIVI Network Female Engineers (NVI), and sponsored by