Daniella is a Chartered Mechanical Engineer and Fellow of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers with over 15 years of professional experience.
She currently works as a Senior Mechanical Engineer at Heathrow Airport, providing technical leadership in Heathrow’s decarbonisation of heat and heating and cooling assets. Daniella began her career in Brazil, working in engineering consultancy across various industries for more than 10 years, especially leading mechanical teams in projects in energy generation. She joined Heathrow in 2019 through the Career Returners Programme, overcoming the challenges many women face when re-entering the workforce but persevered, demonstrating her expertise and knowledge. Beyond her technical role, Daniella mentors graduate engineers and supports their professional development. She is a STEM ambassador and passionate about inspiring the younger generations and championing women working in Engineering and Baggage. Daniella’s commitment to technical excellence, leadership, and fostering diversity makes her a standout figure in engineering, inspiring others and contributing greatly to both her team and the wider profession.