Laila Sharifian began her career at Amirkabir and Sharif Universities, and entered one of the most important fields Engineering complicated after being accepted into Zurich University of Technology (ETH).

She continued her career at Toyota while maintaining an interest in mechanics, from diesel engines to electric batteries to connected technologies.

Sharifian, who now works in the Connected Technologies division, talks about her recent move from the power generation division to this new field:

This section brings together… Technology And understanding future customer needs. “I am new to this field, but I am very eager to learn.”

During her 13-year career at Toyota, she kept pace with technological changes, rising through the ranks from senior engineer to group manager, then technical director.

Sharifian says in this regard:

“I was on a new adventure every few years, and fortunately Toyota provided me with this opportunity.”

But the road was not easy for me Iranian woman In a sector dominated by men.

Sharifian says in this regard:

“Since the day I made an unconventional decision, I have been subjected to questions.

Many times, they ignored me in meetings until they realized I was a project manager.”

Sharifian tries to encourage Girls To enter the field of engineering.

“When you ask me Girls If we can be good at mathematics,

I used to say to them: ‘Why not?

We have to realize the clichés and support each other.”

Sharifian emphasizes the role of her Iranian identity, and pays tribute to her courage Girls Young women in Iran:

“Sometimes I think they should teach me a lesson. These bold paths change the culture.”

Sharifian advises Girls Iranian women are encouraged to overcome psychological barriers, commit to their favorite field, learn international languages, and take building professional relationships seriously.

“Success is a combination of hard work, self-confidence, ignoring negative opinions, and a little luck.”

Finally, Sharifian asserts:

“When girls face difficult circumstances, they do not hesitate to ask for help. This is one of the most important lessons I have learned in life.”