Shivani Jain’s Journey on her Engineering Career Path
For Shivani Jain, curiosity and a drive to put theory into practice led her to pursue a career in electrical engineering. After graduating from Arya College of Engineering & IT in Jaipur in 2017, she began her career in electrical consultancy, taking on roles that gave her early exposure to design, costing and vendor coordination.
- Date
- 23 June 2025
- Author
- By Justine Jackson
“Each role I’ve taken on has helped me build confidence, not just in electrical design, but in how to collaborate across disciplines and stakeholders. These experiences helped shape my engineering career path,” says Shivani, who has worked on projects ranging from hotels and hospitals to airports and data centres. Since joining Black & White Engineering in 2022, she’s progressed from Electrical Engineer to Senior Engineer, gaining responsibility across mixed-use developments and data centre projects.
Navigating Early Career Challenges
Shivani reflects on two early barriers in her career: location and access. “At first, I wasn’t encouraged to move to Delhi, but with my mother’s support, I was able to pursue that step,” she shares.
She also recalls being restricted from visiting project sites unless accompanied, due to safety concerns. Rather than let this hold her back, she proactively sought ways to gain on-site experience and develop a more holistic view of her work.
Throughout her career, Shivani has benefited from mentorship, from both family and colleagues. “I’ve been lucky to receive support at every stage, whether from my mother, brother, friends or my senior engineers. It’s helped me grow my skills and take on challenges with confidence.”
Progress and Representation at Black & White Engineering
When Shivani joined Black & White Engineering, she was the only woman engineer in the Delhi office. Now, she’s proud to see more women joining.
“Today, I’m proud to see so many talented women thriving here, thanks to the supportive and encouraging environment. Everyone is given equal opportunities, whether it’s attending international conferences, taking part in team activities or contributing to projects.”
The shift reflects the supportive and inclusive environment that Black & White Engineering champion, where people are given equal opportunities to contribute and grow.
What Together We Engineer Means
For Shivani, the meaning of Together We Engineer is simple: teamwork and knowledge sharing.
“It describes the spirit of collaboration and community in the engineering domain. No one is an expert in everything. Whether it’s through design coordination or knowledge exchange, collaboration helps us grow as engineers and deliver better results. It’s about sharing, questioning and learning together,” she explains.
“Believe in yourself. Embrace lifelong learning and don’t be afraid to stand out. Choose a path that excites and inspires you.” For Shivani, staying open to new opportunities is what continues to shape her career.
Take the Next Step
If you’re thinking about your own engineering career path, there are opportunities to grow across a range of projects and disciplines.
Explore our latest roles on the careers page.