Leif Høie
About Leif Høie
Leif Høie is the Chief Engineer, Umbilicals at Aker Solutions, with extensive experience in structural and dynamic analyses and a history of significant contributions to umbilical design and development.
Current Role at Aker Solutions
Leif Høie currently works at Aker Solutions as Chief Engineer, Umbilicals. He has been in this position since 2014. As Chief Engineer, he has contributed to significant advancements in the design and functionality of umbilicals, with a focus on dynamic and deep water applications. His role involves leading technical teams and collaborating with clients and suppliers to deliver high-performance solutions.
Previous Positions and Industry Experience
Before his current role, Leif Høie was a Specialist Engineer, Umbilicals, at Aker Solutions from 2002 to 2013, where he worked on complex structural analyses and technical projects. Prior to that, he was a Specialist Engineer and Technical Lead at Kværner Oilfield Products a.s. from 1999 to 2002 and a Senior Engineer at Kværner Oilfield Products a.s. from 1997 to 1999. He also held a position at Kværner Energy, Oil and Gas as an M.Sc. from 1992 to 1997.
Academic Background
Leif Høie holds a Master of Science (M.Sc.) in Konstruksjonsteknikk from the Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU), earned between 1988 and 1991. He also has a Bachelor's degree in the same field from Bergen University College (HiB), completed between 1986 and 1988. His academic background provided a strong foundation in structural engineering, which he has applied throughout his professional career.
Guest Lecturer at University of Aberdeen
Leif Høie served as a Guest Lecturer at the University of Aberdeen from 2008 to 2015. During this period, he shared his industry expertise and knowledge in structural and dynamic analyses with students and faculty. His involvement in academia helped bridge the gap between theoretical studies and practical engineering applications.
Key Contributions at Aker Solutions
Leif Høie has made significant contributions to the development of analysis tools specifically for umbilical design at Aker Solutions. He played a major role in the creation of dynamic and deep water umbilicals, power umbilicals, and DEH risers. His detailed knowledge in structural and dynamic analyses has been instrumental in enhancing the technical capabilities of Aker Solutions' umbilical products. Additionally, Høie has established strong relationships with both domestic and international clients and suppliers, further solidifying the company's position in the market.