Olivia Leão
Qualifications: PhD BEng
Job Title: Engineer
Location: Bath
Olivia joined AWA’s Bath office in 2025, bringing experience from both Brazil and the UK across domestic and small commercial projects. She earned her degree from the University of Brasília, and her university experience also included a year abroad at the University of Bath. She later completed a PhD at the University of Bristol, focusing on nonlinear structures and lightweight design.
She enjoys tackling complex engineering challenges, combining technical knowledge with creative problem-solving.
Outside of work, Olivia is an avid host and a hands-on hobbyist — her ever-growing list of creative pursuits ranges from bookbinding to crafting video game characters using bead art.