Voices of Rail: How to Progress in Rail & What it Takes

“Voices of Rail” brings together real experiences from women working across the industry, sharing what progression looks like in practice.

Why attend

Whether you’re in rail, new to the sector or considering your next move, this session offers insight from women at different stages of their careers.

You’ll gain

  • Examples of how careers progress across engineering
  • Insight into the moves, challenges and choices behind that progression
  • Different perspectives, from early career through to senior leadership
  • Practical takeaways to help you shape your own path

Speakers

Nada Abouelhiga, ETCS Project Engineer, GTR
From placement student to digital signalling specialist, Nada now works in ERTMS helping shape the future of rail technology. She shares her experience of building a career in a technical role while navigating the realities of parenthood.

Jenny Makropoulous, Engineering Placement Student, Rail Delivery Group
At the start of her rail career, Jenny offers a fresh perspective on entering the industry, building confidence and making the most of early opportunities.

Emma Poppleton, Senior Engineer, Arcadis | Women in Rail Rising Star
A civil engineer working on major rail infrastructure, Emma combines technical delivery with a strong focus on sustainability and inclusion. She brings a practical view on building momentum in your career.

Linda Wain, Engineering Director, LNER
With a career spanning British Rail to today, Linda leads engineering for LNER. She shares a long-term view of career development, leadership and the reality that no two paths are the same.

Host

Jacqui Kendall, Traincrew Programme Manager, Rail Delivery Group
Jacqui leads industry-wide programmes improving traincrew performance and productivity. A strong advocate for inclusive leadership, she brings practical insight and a focus on enabling progression across the sector.

REGISTER Join our first online event in this series as we speak to the women in rail engineering on Friday 19 June 2026.

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