In this episode of the Engineering Talent Podcast, Fayon Dixon speaks with Asfarina Jamaluddin, a degree apprentice in materials science whose journey into engineering has been shaped by curiosity, challenge and a determination to find her own path. Asfarina shares how an early dislike of maths turned into a love for problem-solving, the influence of her mother and teachers, and why stepping outside her comfort zone has helped her grow as an engineer. From hands-on industry learning to award nominations and finding confidence in technical spaces, this conversation explores what it means to push yourself, ask questions and build a career on your own terms.