Or Yacobi

2022 Women in Engineering

Or Yacobi

Product Portfolio Manager Allied Electronics and Automation

MS in Quality and Engineering Management Tarleton State University, Stephenville,Texas

Talk about the culture at your company. What makes it inclusive and supportive of women in engineering and automation?

The culture at Allied is diverse and transparent. The leadership team prioritizes diversity and inclusion, and that’s refl ected by the diversity of employees throughout our business; whether by gender, race, or age. Women at Allied are highly-valued and supported through multiple programs and initiatives.

What fi rst drew you into engineering and this industry?

I always wanted to extend my experience to the more technical side of the business. Once I started working in the automation industry it confi rmed that I enjoy exploring how things get done and how they can be improved, whether the process involved goods or services.

Describe your biggest career challenge?

I would say I faced the common challenges most people experience in the fi eld. The main challenge for me was defi ning my career path and fi nding an employer that values work-life balance, as well as a team that is collaborative and committed. Luckily, I’ve found all of the above at Allied!

Career advice to your younger self?

One piece of career advice to my younger self would be to ask more questions. It’s okay to not know everything right away or for the fi rst time when doing something new. Asking thoughtful questions leads to better outcomes and more opportunities for growth.