Fernando Popia
About Fernando Popia
Fernando Popia is an Engineering Manager at Aker Solutions with 15 years of experience in various engineering roles, specializing in subsea electrification and system engineering.
Current Role: Engineering Manager at Aker Solutions
Fernando Popia currently serves as an Engineering Manager at Aker Solutions. He has been with Aker Solutions in this capacity since 2022, operating out of Oslo, Norway. In this role, he is responsible for leading engineering teams, overseeing project execution, and contributing to the company's strategic goals. His extensive background within the company and diverse expertise shape his leadership approach.
Previous Roles at Aker Solutions
Before becoming an Engineering Manager, Fernando Popia has held multiple roles at Aker Solutions. From 2018 to 2022, he was a Lead/Specialist System Engineer in Oslo Area, Norway. Prior to that, he served as a Specialist Engineer in Curitiba, Brazil, from 2015 to 2018. His earlier roles included Engineering Lead, Senior Control System Engineer, Project Engineer, Product Engineer, and Trainee Engineer. Throughout these positions, he has gained a comprehensive understanding of various engineering disciplines and project phases.
Experience at Tribunal de Justiça do Estado do Paraná
Fernando Popia worked at Tribunal de Justiça do Estado do Paraná as a Court Technical/Engineer Expert from 2016 to 2018 in Curitiba, Brazil. In this position, he provided expert technical assessments and consultations on electrical engineering matters, leveraging his deep knowledge of the Brazilian Civil Process Code. His role involved critical decision-making and contributing to the judicial process through his engineering insights.
Educational Background
Fernando Popia holds a degree in Electrical Engineering from Universidade Tecnológica Federal do Paraná, where he studied from 2002 to 2007. He further expanded his expertise by studying People Management at FAE Business School, achieving a Management Development qualification from 2009 to 2011. His education has equipped him with a solid foundation in both technical and managerial disciplines.
Expertise in Subsea Systems and R&D
Fernando Popia leads system engineering efforts in All-Electric subsea system R&D, with a keen focus on subsea electrification. He has extensive experience in early project phases, including concept selection studies and Front-End Engineering Design (FEED). His work spans projects for major global operators such as Petrobras, Equinor, Petronas, and Total. He has been instrumental in developing installation, intervention, and operational philosophies for subsea systems, demonstrating his expertise in this specialized field.
Entrepreneurial Ventures
In addition to his engineering career, Fernando Popia founded his own energy metering business and developed a residential metering system with IoT capabilities from 2015 to 2016 in Curitiba, Brazil. This venture showcased his innovative approach and ability to integrate modern technology into practical applications. His entrepreneurial spirit has contributed to the development of advanced solutions in the energy sector.