The purpose of this study is to get an understanding of the motivational factors among women in a man dominated profession and which of these factors are important for their well-being and why they choose to stay in the organization. In the study, a qualitative method was used, and semi-structured interviews were implemented on six female respondents within the engineering profession. The interview data was transcribed and analyzed through a thematic analysis and by coding the material, subthemes and themes could be decided. Since motivation is the focus, the study used two different motivational models, Self- determination theory and Herzberg two-factor theory. These two theories show how different motivational factors can be divided into inner and outer factors that also can be connected to either the individual or the employer. The result of the study showed that women’s inner motivational factors are dependent on the possibility for competence development and the importance of being challenged in a varying environment. It’s also important to create a self-confidence that empowers you to make yourself move forward and take the possibilities to make a change at the workplace. In the outer motivational factors, the result shows that the salary is important, but rather in a form of fair wage setting and not the amount given. The women also see an important motivational factor in the management and leadership where they need support, trust and that they are encouraged to develop by being given the opportunity to try other positions and work assignments. Thesei nner and outer motivational factors have shown to be important for the women in the engineering business to be motivated and want to stay within the organization