Mohd Farouk Yaakop

Mohd Farouk Yaakop is a seasoned engineering professional with extensive experience in the geotechnical and offshore drilling sectors. Currently serving as a Rig Commissioning Engineer at Next Geosolutions and a Freelance Geotechnical Engineer at Geoquip Marine, Mohd Farouk has held significant roles including Project Manager overseeing the development of a deepwater geotechnical drilling system at Prosper Energy, and Business Development & Commercial Manager at Orogenic Geoexpro. Previous positions include Rig Support Engineer at Tioman Drilling Company, Project Manager at SapuraKencana Petroleum Berhad, and Project Engineer at Fugro, where responsibilities encompassed project planning, management, and operational execution in various offshore projects. Mohd Farouk holds a Bachelor's degree (Hons) in Civil Engineering from University Technology MARA.