Meet Tomi Akintaju, a dynamic sales engineer whose passion and strong work ethic are matched only by his dedication to providing unrivaled experiences for his customers. With more than a year at Ansys under his belt, Tomi started as an account representative, where he has been instrumental in helping customers in the semiconductor and high-tech market reduce time to market, mitigate risks, increase quality, and cut costs.
But Tomi’s impact doesn’t stop there. As a valued member of the team, he goes above and beyond, actively supporting key initiatives like science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) and the Association for Black & Minority Ethnic Engineers (AFBE) while excelling in his role. Tomi isn’t just a colleague; he’s a driving force behind success, both at the company and beyond.
We talked to Tomi to find out more about his interest in engineering and why it’s important for everyone to be passionate about their dreams. Here is what he had to say.
Tomi Akintaju
Tell us about your career journey. What led you to Ansys?
My career journey started when I was young. I had a passion for technology, a curiosity for how things worked, and a lot of uncles who were engineers. Fast-forward a number of years, and I joined Ansys to have the opportunity to be at the forefront of innovation, work in numerous engineering disciplines with a range of applications, and interact with different people on a daily basis.
What made you decide on a career in the tech industry?
I’ve always had a fascination with technology. Growing up, I remember the joy of being around the latest gadgets brought to me. I was fortunate enough to know what I wanted to do from an early age, and following my degree in electronics, working in technology was my next goal.
As a kid, Tomi’s creative mind grew from a love for action.
What are you most proud of or excited about?
My fitness journey. Pride comes from the dedication it takes to “stick with it” even when times feel rough. I’m excited about all the opportunities that my drive, discipline, and “thirst” for self-improvement have brought me and will bring me in the future.
Family is Tomi’s motivation and inspiration.
Is there anything that you would like early-career professionals to know?
There isn’t one metric or method for success — everyone achieves success in different ways. The most important thing is to set clear goals for yourself and make sure you reflect regularly, give yourself praise where you deserve it, and encourage yourself when you identify areas where things are not going so well.
Based on your experience, what advice would you give to the next generation of people in STEM/AFBE?
Continue to work hard. Don’t be afraid to stand out. Test yourself in new environments. And most importantly, do something that makes you happy!
The past year-plus has been filled with experiences, and Tomi and his colleagues have become friends.
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“There isn’t one metric or method for success — everyone achieves success in different ways.”
— Tomi Akintaju, Account Representative, Ansys
Our Partnership With AFBE
We proudly continue our partnership with AFBE, championing awareness among the United Kingdom’s Black and ethnic groups. Recent collaborations with Imperial College London and King’s College London have empowered us to deliver career transition events, making a significant impact today and beyond.
