Commitment to inclusivity and innovation
Cambell Plant has been honoured as one of the Top 50 Women in Engineering for 2025, a prestigious recognition celebrating her outstanding contributions to the field and her unwavering commitment to inclusivity and innovation.
Cambell’s impact spans multiple engineering disciplines, with a particular focus on data analytics and digital solutions. Her work in developing a hydraulic hydrogen transition support tool – currently aiding Scotland’s efforts to repurpose infrastructure for the UK’s hydrogen backbone – demonstrates her technical excellence and forward-thinking approach. She is also a key figure in the utility sector, in which she has led award-winning projects, including the roll-out of a leakage solution that earned an Asset Management Excellence Award.
A passionate advocate for diversity and inclusion in STEM
Beyond her technical achievements, Cambell is a passionate advocate for diversity and inclusion in STEM. As chair of the Accessibility Network at RSK Group, she has spearheaded initiatives that promote accessibility across more than 200 engineering businesses. Her leadership has empowered others to use their voices and challenge barriers within the industry.
Cambell’s journey is marked by resilience and collaboration and she has used her experiences to fuel her drive for change. Her tenacity and collaborative spirit have enabled her to build trusted relationships across teams and disciplines, proving that progress is best achieved together.
Her enthusiasm for STEM began early and flourished during her time at Manchester University, where she co-founded the WISE society to support women in science and engineering. She also served as disability officer for the UK Northern Debating Alliance and volunteered to teach debating at a girls’ Islamic High School, further showcasing her commitment to education and empowerment.
Cambell’s accolades include the CIWEM New Generation Presentation Award and the European Biosolids Conference Young Professional Poster Competition. She continues to inspire as a speaker at industry events, including upcoming engagements with the Institute of Water’s Equality, Diversity and Inclusion programme.
Cambell Plant’s recognition as one of the Top 50 Women in Engineering is a testament to her brilliance, leadership and dedication to making engineering a more inclusive and innovative space for all. Well done Cambell!