My daughter is an engineer, working for a large company that hires a disproportionate number of female engineers. They are not trying too, it is simply a result of their putting a high priority on social skills during the interview process.
And I am not surprised. Years ago I used to participate in my employer's hiring/interview process, and it was very rare for female applicants to be condescending to the receptionists, snap at the van drivers or bristle when questioned about a resume issue during the interview itself. On the other hand it was common to find male applicants doing these things (and yes, having an attitude towards the "little people" can cost you a job).
And for the record I am an old white guy.