Tajudeen Kayode Imam
Vermilion,AB
Summary
Dedicated professional with extensive knowledge of mechanical design, modelling, technologies, tools and practices. Designs and develops equipment to improve prototypes and products. Possesses strong knowledge of engineering principles, mathematics and physics and utilization of CAD software. Experienced in leading projects and finding solutions to complex engineering problems.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Mechanical Engineer
Arnal International Nigeria Limited
01.2015 - 07.2023
- Consistently analyse, design and fabricate mechanical components like the watering system, Valco Pan feeding systems, tunnel ventilation systems, feeder line winching, feed bin and hopper systems and fixtures for an environmentally controlled steel structured poultry farm
- Drafted assemblies, models, and other technical drawings using 3D CAD softwares (Solidworks), PDM and PLM for mechanical projects.
- Managed mechanical fitters and technician to frequently diagnosed mechanical problems and determined how to correct issues in facilities maintenance projects
- Performed troubleshooting, diagnosis, and repair of Heavy duty generators (Perkins, Cummins, CAT and Ruston).
- Completed root cause analysis, logged faults, and prepared system reports in heavy duty generators (Cummins, Perkins, CAT and Ruston)
Field Engineer
Dorcas Drill Nigeria Limited
10.2012 - 11.2014
- Bid, tendered, and defended technical bid for water drilling projects within Nigeria.
- Worked with geological surveyors to perform surficial geophysical techniques in the determination of types and depths of aquifers within a geographical hydrological location to determine the type of water drilling equipment and method to be used for project execution.
- Planned Supervised mechanical technicians in the installation and upgrading of air compressor to various water rigs.
- Performed on-site rig inspections using safety requirements and standards.
- Interpret surficial geophysical report to maximize water yield in the aquifer.
- Provided feedback to workers on job performance and safety procedures.
- Sourced suppliers and purchase necessary materials for hydrogeological drilling and machinery.
- Trained workers in proper methods, equipment operation and safety procedures.
Maintenance Engineer
Subotech Nigeria Limited (Maitama Amusement Park)
09.2010 - 09.2012
- Supervised the design, simulation using Unigraphics NX, procurement, installation and commissioning of my first Mechanical (hydraulic, pneumatic and hybrid mechanical system) .
- Developed preventive and predictive maintenance schedules by writing and implementing maintenance strategies to minimize downtime and optimize performance of hydraulic and mechanical equipment. This include sometimes designing, stimulating and fabricating using lathe machine and other mechanical tools.
- Reviewed technical documentation to complete equipment maintenance and repair .
- Technically inspected and test mechanical machinery and equipment, also perform routine and reactive maintenance by partial or full dismantling of mechanical equipment.
- Documented maintenance activities, mechanical safety checks and confirmed compliance with relevant regulations.
- Performed decommissioning of the mechanical aspect of equipments.
- Controlling Maintenance Tools, Stores and Equipments.
Design Engineer
Amazon Energy Limited
08.2007 - 09.2009
- Carrying out all calculations to conform to the pipe material, grades and wall thickness.
- Modelling piping systems using Caesar II.
- Developing Piping & Pipeline MTO, Valve list, Tie-in list, Valve Data sheet.
- Developing Alignment Sheet.
- Developing layout; GAs and Plot Plan Drawings
- Preparing isometrics and Stress analysis study report.
- Reviewing as-built drawings and other project documents.
- Carrying out checks on drawing.
- Developing equipment arrangement, pipe support detail, support schedule.
- Developing escape route drawing.
- Developing piping isometric routing.
Trainee Engineer
Arnal International Nigeria Limited
09.2006 - 07.2007
- Reviewing design layout, isometric drawings, and P&ID.
- Conducting pressure tests (hydro & pneumatic).
- Worked with Senior Engineers in the mechanical design of Power generators using AutoCAD or solidworks, construction of plinth using steel, piling of the foundation.
- Installation, maintenance, and trouble shooting of high voltage generators including turn around maintenance by overhauling the generating decoupling of the sleeves, bearing and change of top gaskets, sleeves, worn out cylinders and sometimes filing of the crankshaft using lathe machine.
- Maintained contemporary technical knowledge of engineering concepts in facilities maintenance strategies, procedures and methods
- Collaborated with senior engineers on commissioning and decommissioning mechanical projects.
- Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings to analyze upcoming projects with assistance from senior engineers.
Education
Bachelor of Applied Science - Enviromental Management
Lakeland College,
Vermilion, AB04.2025
Master of Engineering - Engineering Management
Ahmadu Bello University
Zaria, Nigeria11.2012
Bachelor of Engineering - Mechanical Engineering
University of Ilorin
Ilorin, Nigeria03.2005
Skills
- AutoCAD Proficient
- SolidWorks 3D Models
- AutoDesk Inventor
- Pressure Vessel Design Knowledge
- Energy Management and Control Systems
- Mechanical System Design
- Design Reviews
- Highly Skilled in 3D and 2D CAD
Languages
English
Full Professional
Projects
- Carried out the computer-aided design, simulation, material selection/testing, rapid prototyping and fabrication of the component parts for the T15(2x35kw) cross-flow Small Hydropower (SHP) turbine according to the Canadian RETScreen® International Small Hydro project Model, thereby enhancing greenhouse gas emissions reduction in the final product.
- Designed and fabricated an improved cook stove with a secondary combustion zone, which is supplied with heated air that is mixed with the partially combusted effluent, thereby leading to cook stoves with improved efficiency and reduced carbon monoxide/dioxide emissions
- Conceptualization, design fabrication and installation of ice blocks and ice flakes machine
- Conceptualization, design and Fabrication of a cap dryer machine
- Involved in the Reverse Engineering of 8 Mould Interlocking Brick Making Machine.
- Design, Fabrication, construction and commissioning of several turn-key environmentally controlled poultry farm
Timeline
Mechanical Engineer
Arnal International Nigeria Limited
01.2015 - 07.2023
Field Engineer
Dorcas Drill Nigeria Limited
10.2012 - 11.2014
Maintenance Engineer
Subotech Nigeria Limited (Maitama Amusement Park)
09.2010 - 09.2012
Design Engineer
Amazon Energy Limited
08.2007 - 09.2009
Trainee Engineer
Arnal International Nigeria Limited
09.2006 - 07.2007
Bachelor of Applied Science - Enviromental Management
Lakeland College,
Master of Engineering - Engineering Management
Ahmadu Bello University
Bachelor of Engineering - Mechanical Engineering
University of Ilorin
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