Alex asked Nita Patel, Otis Elevator AddedTuesday, October 17, 2017 at 12:56 PM How did you climb the career ladder to be a female engineer? I am 12 years old and I was interested in engineering, so I was wondering how you got there? Related to Difficult Classes, Education, Engineering Branches, Engineering Skills, Preparation for College, Self Doubt, Space, Unique Challenges, Work Environment Areas of Impact Education, Space Reset Sort By Default Nita Patel , Otis Elevator Answered Sunday, October 29, 2017 at 11:03 AM Hi Alex, Thanks for your question. I think you will find engineering to be exciting, challenging and extremely rewarding. I have always been curious, interested in learning and experimenting. This is why I got into engineering. I went to university for electrical engineering and have been working in an engineering field since graduation. I recommend you contribute your best, stay inquisitive, ask questions and keep learning -- these will help you climb the career ladder. Take care, Nita