Nicky Matheron, Director of The Engineering Quest, has been awarded the Inspirational Women in Business Award 2026 for Development & Process Design, recognising her outstanding leadership, vision, and lasting impact within the engineering and manufacturing sector.
This award celebrates women who are not only excelling in their industries, but who are actively shaping the future of their fields, challenging conventions, and opening doors for the next generation. Nicky Matheron’s work stands out for its unique combination of technical expertise, strategic thinking, and a people-first approach to engineering leadership.
With over 30 years of experience in precision engineering, Nicky has played a key role in advancing development-led manufacturing. Her work focuses on refining complex process routes, improving efficiency, and embedding lean systems that support innovation without compromising on quality.
Her leadership has helped position The Engineering Quest as a trusted global partner for organisations operating in highly regulated and quality-critical environments, where precision, reliability, and performance are essential.
Speaking on the award, Nicky Matheron said:
“This award is incredibly meaningful to me because it recognises the value of thoughtful process design and long-term development – areas that often sit behind the scenes but are critical to sustainable success.”
As a female leader in a traditionally male-dominated industry, Nicky has consistently championed collaboration, continuous improvement, and inclusive leadership. Her approach has created environments where creativity and technical rigour work side by side, enabling teams to solve complex challenges with confidence.
Reflecting on the wider impact of the recognition, she added:
“I hope this award encourages more women to see engineering and manufacturing as spaces where they belong, where their ideas matter, and where they can lead meaningful change.”
The Inspirational Women in Business Award for Development & Process Design highlights not only Nicky’s individual achievements but also the growing influence of women reshaping the engineering landscape through expertise, resilience, and innovation.
Through her work at The Engineering Quest, Nicky continues to demonstrate that progress in engineering is driven not only by technology, but by people, leadership, and the ability to continuously improve how systems and teams operate together.
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