Marine Technology, Oceanography and Ecology
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Familiar Technologies: Deploy, Operate and Maintain ADCP, YSI, CTD, XBT, ROV and Video Sled oceanographic systems, Side Scan Sonar, Sub-bottom Profilers, Corers, Grabs, Trawls, Dredges and other physical and biological sampling equipment.
Regions of the world you have worked: Eastern Seaboard USA
Resume: PROFILE
Highly skilled professional with 10+ years diversified experience in the field of Engineering and solid background in key aspects of Marine Technology, Oceanography and Ecology. Awarded an Associate in Science degree in Marine Technology from Cape Fear Community College and prefer to focus application of marine technology to study and further the responsible and sustainable use of the oceans and environment. Possess in-depth knowledge of the general principles and practices of architecture, engineering science and technology with a track record of initiating solutions and completing projects to specification in the first attempt, displaying proficiency in all site work, layout, and brain storming sessions to define scope of project and execution. Effective communicator with excellent analytical and problem resolution skills, able to assume responsibility, interface and communicate with others, and forge excellent working relations with internal/external individuals at all levels and backgrounds.
Core Competencies
Marine Technology Construction Design / Layout Project Management
Team Coordination Data Collection & Analysis Regulatory Compliance
Survey Systems & Equipments Report Creation Inspection / Quality Control
CAREER OBJECTIVE
To obtain a challenging position / leadership role in Marine Technology and/or Marine Biology and be part of a stable, well-established firm where I can contribute and grow my engineering experience and technical expertise towards the attainment of organizational goals/objectives.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Layout and Design Engineer Oct 2006 – Oct 2008
Miller & Long Concrete Construction Company
Garner, North Carolina
Planned and directed the design, construction, maintenance and operation of buildings to include office and field engineering logistics, assuring full specification compliance of all entities to insure structural integrity.
Prepared, reviewed or approved plans, construction drawings and layout, construction requirements and cost estimates for the construction or modification of buildings/facilities.
Field Engineer Jul 2004 – Oct 2006
Bovis Lend Lease, General Contractor
Wilmington, North Carolina
Delivered reliable technical engineering information and interpretation of plans; provided quantity surveys and scope of work checklists; reviewed shop drawings to ensure specification compliance; and coordinated field layout to include all trades from excavation to project completion.
Coordinate inspections with consultants and authorities as required by the contract and ensured construction work complies with all engineering standards, codes, specifications and design instruction.
Surveyor Feb 2000 – Jul 2004
City of Wilmington, Engineering Department
Wilmington, North Carolina
Supported projects of the city’s Engineering Department by completing field surveys to include civil land surveying, data collection, and layout of public utilities and right of ways.
EDUCATION & TECHNICAL SKILLS
Associate of Science (A.S.) in Marine Technology
Cape Fear Community College (Jan 2009 – Dec 2010)
Wilmington, North Carolina
Coursework: Oceanography, Hydrographic Survey, Marine Instrumentation, Water Analysis, Data Processing and Multimedia Display, Marine Biology, Marine Zoology, Environmental Ecology and Geology. Experienced in bathymetric survey equipment, techniques and procedures. GPA: 3.6
Associate of Arts (A.A) in General Education
Cape Fear Community College (Aug 2006 – Jul 2009)
Wilmington, North Carolina
Coursework: Pre-Calculus Algebra, Trigonometry, Physical Geology, CAD, Basic computer. Proficient in Structural and Mechanical Computer Aided Drafting. GPA: 3.6
CERTIFICATIONS / SPECIAL SKILLS
Nuclear, Biological, Chemical Warfare Specialist, U.S. Army, Ft. Carson Colorado (last duty station) 1981-1984, Honorably discharged with rank of Specialist E-4
Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA) Certified
Crane Rigging and Signaling
First Aid and CPR
Equipment/Man Lift Operation and Scaffold Erection
Deploy, Operate and Maintain ADCP, YSI, CTD, XBT, ROV and Video Sled oceanographic systems, Side Scan Sonar, Sub-bottom Profilers, Corers, Grabs, Trawls, Dredges and other physical and biological sampling equipment
PADI Certified; Open-Water, Advanced Open-Water and Adventure Diver
USCG-OUPV License Training and Exam completed 11/22/10
I.T. / COMPUTER SKILLS
Linux Windows Operating System Microsoft Office Suite Autodesk Civil 3D AutoCAD, Photoshop Data Spreadsheets Hypack Seasave Surfer ArcGIS ESRI software
