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An Interview With My Mentor, Christina Rutherford
July 17, 2024 | Hannah GraceEstimated reading time: 1 minute
I first came to IPC APEX EXPO as a Student Board Member, and during my time on the board, I discovered that the show is not just another endpoint to a conference, but a launching pad for ideas, connections, and inspiration that lasts for decades. As participants leave the conference, they continue sharing knowledge and experiences that linger, affirming the enduring significance of IPC APEX EXPO in shaping the future of electronics.
While preparing for this year’s show, I had the privilege of interviewing Honeywell engineer Christina Rutherford. Not only is she chair of some IPC standards committees, but she’s also my mentor as an early-career emerging engineer. Join me in uncovering the insights and enthusiasm that drive her to participate in this industry-leading event year after year.
Christina, thank you for joining me today. To kick things off, tell me about your current role at Honeywell and how you knew you wanted to enter the electronics industry.
Christina Rutherford: I’m an advanced hardware engineer in materials engineering, focusing on manufacturing cables and hardware design. Originally, I didn’t know I wanted to enter the electronics industry. Seven years ago, and with a degree in chemistry, a friend encouraged me to apply for a job in material and process engineering at an electronics site within Honeywell.
To read the rest of this article in the Summer 2024 issue of IPC Community, click here.
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