About
Dedicated yacht engineer with hands-on experience across private and charter vessels up to 47 m. Previously trained and worked as an aircraft engineer, bringing a strong foundation in mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems, as well as strict adherence to safety and regulatory standards. Passionate about professional growth in superyacht engineering, aiming to contribute to operational excellence on vessels above 50 m, combining technical expertise with practical deck knowledge.
Personal Details
Career Objective
To leverage my engineering skills and experience in the yachting industry, contributing to the operational excellence of superyachts.
Visas
Hobbies & Interests
Swimming, free-diving, paragliding, boxing, functional fitness, woodworking, welding, and reading yachting technical literature.
Experience
Temporary 2nd Engineer
Shipyard major engine room refit. Led refurbishment of ball valves and grey water systems; installed new black water pump and water softener system. Assisted in installation of water maker, AC compressors, and replacement of engine room ventilation fans. Conducted fuel tank inspections and bilge system upgrades. Gained extensive hands-on experience with large-scale system installations and mechanical troubleshooting.
2nd Engineer
Operated in the Western Mediterranean on the vessel's inaugural season. Managed preventative maintenance for main engines (MTU), generators (Zenero, John Deere), and auxiliary systems. Planned and coordinated maintenance schedules and material handling. Assisted with troubleshooting across mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems; handled tender operations and navigational watch. Developed expertise in systems commissioning and vessel start-up procedures.
Mate-Engineer
Operated across Western Mediterranean, Florida, and Caribbean waters. Assisted with RINA surveys and shore power converter replacements. Conducted preventive maintenance on main engines (Caterpillar C12), generators (Kohler, Yanmar), and auxiliary systems. Managed troubleshooting, tender operations, deck duties, and water sports activities. Performed gelcoat machine polishing and contributed to vessel upkeep and engineering efficiency.
Certifications & Qualifications
Entry-Level Engineer
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References
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