At Zetifi, our people are the heart of everything we do. One stand out is Wei, a Smart Antenna engineer whose story is a powerful blend of technical expertise, resilience, and authenticity. Her path from China to Australia is shaped by a core belief: always stay true to yourself.
Wei began her engineering journey in China, enrolling in electronic engineering before being placed into a niche stream: microwave and electromagnetic engineering. It was a highly competitive field, and being one of the few women in her cohort made it even more demanding.
“Out of 120 students, only 20 were girls,” she says. “Later in the workforce, I was often the only woman engineer in the room.”
Despite the obstacles, Wei thrived. She started her career in the mobile phone technology sector and had a front-row seat to one of the most transformative periods in the industry, witnessing the decline of feature phones and the rise of smart phones.
“If you want to build great products, you have to take risks. Nothing is risk-free,” she explains.
Wei moved to Australia on a skilled visa and joined RFI, where she spent nearly ten years honing her skills and earning long service recognition. Along the way, she became a mother of two, balancing work and family with remarkable focus and determination.
She remembers one hectic day after returning from maternity leave. In a panic, she drove 40 minutes home to retrieve her breast pump, only to find it had been in her car the entire time.
“I was only sleeping four hours a night at that time. But I kept pushing and kept delivering,” she says.
Now at Zetifi, Wei brings that same energy and commitment to our antenna projects. She recently led the development of our Combo UHF and Cellular antenna, which required intense problem-solving just before the holiday break.
“It wasn’t just me. It was a team effort. No one complained. Everyone kept going until we fixed it.”
Wei’s mind set is practical and grounded. She focuses on the day ahead rather than stressing about long-term plans. Her approach is built on consistency, not perfection.
“I’m not a perfectionist. I’m productive. I finish what’s on my list today. That’s what makes a difference.”
Fridays are Wei’s personal recharge days. She reads, learns piano through a mobile app, and spends time with her puppy. These simple routines are part of how she stays grounded in both life and work.
When asked why she came to Australia, her answer is clear and unfiltered.
“I’d spent my whole life in China and wanted to see the world. I couldn’t afford the U.S., so I applied for skilled migration. When I got the visa, I came.”
Wei’s story is a reflection of steady progress, genuine passion, and the courage to be herself. We’re proud to have her on the Zetifi team and even prouder of the work she continues to lead.
