Dr Ibiye Iyalla
Robert Gordon University
associate dean
Dr Ibiye Iyalla
Dr Ibiye Iyalla is the Associate Dean for Business Development in the School of Engineering and Academic Lead representing Robert Gordon University on the National Energy Skills Accelerator (NESA) delivery group, overseeing the development and delivery of upskilling courses for energy transition.
Dr Iyalla worked as a subsea engineer in the oil and gas industry and as a production supervisor in the manufacturing industry prior to joining academia. He has a first degree in electrical and electronic engineering, an MSc in oil and gas engineering and completed PhD research on subsea pipeline on-bottom stability.
He develops and delivers training for national and international energy companies and government establishments. His expertise covers sustainable oil and gas production, subsea engineering, decommissioning, energy transition, and net zero and renewable energy technologies.
Dr Iyalla is a chartered engineer and a member of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers, Energy Institute and the Society of Petroleum Engineers.
