Kayode Akpona

Project management professional with nine years of experience in industrial maintenance and industrial project management, including supervision of technical teams, work planning, and budget tracking.

Skills in mechanical design and finite element analysis developed through training and internship, particularly on structures and lifting equipment (CSA S16, W59, ASME BTH-1). Admission file in progress with the Ordre des ingénieurs du Québec and PMP certification candidate. Seeking a Project Manager position where my project management and technical design skills will contribute to the successful delivery of your projects.

Mechanical Engineering Intern - ISM-CONSEIL - Chicoutimi

(2025-01 - 2025-06)

• Design and validation of critical lifting equipment (dual-beam lifting beams for 2,217 kg industrial batteries) compliant with ASME BTH-1 standards
• Structural strength calculation and sizing according to CSA S16, verification of welded assemblies (CSA W59), structural analysis of silos
• Finite element simulation (FEA) using SolidWorks for design validation
• Rigorous technical documentation with MATHCAD Prime. All projects reviewed and approved by supervising engineer for fabrication

Functional Manager, Operations Manager, Technical Coordinator - ADEOTI SA (Benin), SMT-Benin, GEOCEAN Benin - Bénin

(2014 - 2023)

• Deployment of technical training and supervision of the operational integration of operators
• Supervision of dismantling, logistical coordination, and reinstallation of equipment
• Team coordination during mechanical installation in accordance with specifications
• Supervision of technical teams and coordination of heavy equipment fleets (up to 142 machines and 15 technicians on a major road project)
• Design of innovative solutions (adaptable WIRTGEN sliding formwork, resolution of recurring failures on industrial equipment)
• Maintenance planning, inventory management, and adherence to schedules
• Diagnosis and repair of complex equipment in demanding environments

Professional Master's Degree - Mechanical Engineering - Université du Québec à Chicoutimi (2023-08 - 2025-06)

Master's Degree - Renewable Energy and Energy Systems - Faculté des Sciences et Techniques (FAST/UAC) (2011-01 - 2013-01)

Professional Bachelor's Degree - Industrial Engineering and Maintenance (Option: Automotive) - Institut Universitaire de Technologies de Lokossa (2007-01 - 2010-01)