

EMILIA
Product Design & Technology Graduate.
Ziolek
Who am I?
I am a Product Design & Technology Graduate from the University of Limerick, passionate about sustainability, intuitive physical design, and the intersection between people and the natural world. My work often challenges passive consumption habits, favoring analog, human-centered solutions inspired by biomimicry and circular systems.
I see design engineering as a practical way to reconnect with natural intelligence. I’m driven by the challenge of making things that are both functional and future-proof: designs that respect material limits, simplify complexity, and respond to real user needs. Whether through Lean thinking, sustainable material choices, or manufacturable design, I aim to create solutions that balance usability, efficiency, and environmental responsibility.
Portfolio
Continuous Improvement
Intern
Jan 2024 - Sept 2024
Working with foundational CI principles and GPS systems; Lean Six Sigma, DMAIC, Kaizen, A3 Problem Solving, PPS (Practical Problem Solving), HEP (Human Error Prevention) LSW (Leader Standard Work), Value Stream Mapping and TPM (Total Productive Maintenance).
Experience




Biotech Production
Operator
Nov 2025 - Present
Operated and monitored biomanufacturing equipment in accordance with SOPs and safety standards. Followed GMP procedures, completed batch documentation, and supported troubleshooting of equipment or process issues.
Third Place & Founder's Choice in BEOPEN's Design Your Climate Action: International Competition for Young Creatives


Awarded Gold Standard PVA (President's Volunteer Award) for Academic Years 2022-2025
UL Sustainability Challenge 2024/2025
1 of 5 Shortlisted Applicant




Top 10 Finalist for Renewable Energy Undergraduate of the Year Award (by gradireland) April 2025.




1 of 12 Shortlisted Applicants for
the Royal College of Art Helen
Hamlyn Awards 2024.
Achievements


1 of 50 Shortlisted Applicants
(Stage 2) for the Student Entrepreneur Awards 2025. 2nd Place In Internal UL Entrepreneur Competition.


Shortlisted Applicant for the Global Creative Graduate Showcase 2025, for Project 'Zeer'.


1 of 50 Shortlisted Applicants for BEOPEN's Designing Futures 2050 Competition for Project 'Zeer'.


ZEER (زير)
A zero-energy approach to keeping food
fresh...
Tidal Turbine Redesign with Biomimicry
Redesigning current turbines to better
suit the marine environment...
Cru Capaill
A new type of horseshoe for better
horse health...
Featured Projects
Want to talk?
Contact me for work or just to say a few nice words, I won’t mind at all.
DON'T FORGET TO GIVE ME A FOLLOW :)
