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AMBER SHAW

AMBER SHAW

West Palm Beach,USA

Summary

Adaptable Field Service Engineer with hands-on experience in Wärtsilä-powered energy facilities. Skilled in effective communication, problem solving, and resource management, contributing to the successful completion of complex projects across North America and the Caribbean.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Field Service Engineer

Wartsila North America
West Palm Beach, USA
09.2023 - Current

Conducted major overhauls, warranty tasks, and installation of new build plants in Wärtsilä-powered energy facilities throughout North America and the Caribbean.

  • Worked as a team to develop strategic plans by leveraging technical expertise to resolve issues and complete the job efficiently.
  • Employed specialty tools for safe execution of significant projects.
  • Worked on Wartsila, SG34, SG50, and Vasa 32 models.

3rd Engineer

British Columbia Ferry Service
01.2021 - 01.2023
  • Maintaining safe and efficient working of all engine room equipment and all ships systems.
  • Responds to unexpected malfunctions with intuitive troubleshooting strategies.
  • Write reports and log all incidents.
  • Manages resources and orders parts and supplies.
  • Provides direction to personnel under my position.

Engine Room Assistant

British Columbia Ferry Service
01.2013 - 01.2021
  • The eyes and ears of the senior Engineers.
  • Assisting in all jobs presented while maintaining lubrication of machinery and cleanliness of the Engine Room.
  • On emergency standby at all times during the watch, monitoring temperatures, pressures and tank levels of all ships systems.
  • Actively learning the layout and function of ships systems, asking questions from the senior Engineers and learning the names and use of all tools and workshop equipment.
  • Maintaining inventories and consumable supplies.
  • Attending to stores received and record keeping of regular Watch tasks.
  • Complete minor regular maintenance on Engine Room equipment.

Education

STCW Marine Emergency Duties Recertification - Marine Engineering

Western Marine Institute
Naniamo, B.C.
12.2022

Marine Engineering Skills training -

BCIT Maritime Institute
Vancouver, B.C.
12.2022

Skills

  • Effective communication
  • Attention to detail
  • Team collaboration
  • Adaptability
  • Problem solving
  • Project management
  • Customer service
  • Safety compliance
  • Parts ordering
  • Budgeting and finance
  • Policy development
  • Technical reporting

Certificates And Competencies

  • Fourth-Class Engineer, Motor Ship Limited Canadian Waters
  • Valid Canadian Seafarers Medical
  • Basic Welding Skills Training
  • Basic Machining Skills Training
  • LNG Basic Training
  • LNG Advanced Training
  • LNG Emergency Response Training
  • Marine Advanced Fire Fighting
  • Vehicle Fire Fighting
  • Basic Electrical Safety
  • Arc Flash Awareness
  • Electrical Worker High Voltage
  • Confined Space Entry and Rescue Practical
  • Dangerous Goods Handling Level 1
  • Fall Protection Level 1
  • Marine Advanced First Aid
  • Full and half mask fit testing
  • Overhead crane training certified
  • Rigging and lifting certified
  • Respect in the Workplace training

Personal Information

  • US citizen
  • Canadian citizen

Languages

Portuguese
Elementary
Spanish
Elementary
Norwegian
Elementary

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Field Service Engineer

Wartsila North America
09.2023 - Current

3rd Engineer

British Columbia Ferry Service
01.2021 - 01.2023

Engine Room Assistant

British Columbia Ferry Service
01.2013 - 01.2021

STCW Marine Emergency Duties Recertification - Marine Engineering

Western Marine Institute

Marine Engineering Skills training -

BCIT Maritime Institute
AMBER SHAW