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Fernando Escutia

@fernando-escutia-fottdi

Marine Engineer, Chief Engineer and Second Engineer on private and charter yachts

West Palm Beach, United States
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About

I am a Marine Engineer holding STCW III/1 & III/3 certification with experience on private and charter yachts up to 62m and commercial vessels. I have a strong background as Chief and Second Engineer, skilled in engine room operations, preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, and shipyard periods. I am reliable, disciplined, and adaptable with a hands-on approach to engineering operations, safety, and vessel reliability.

Personal Details

Age31 years
GenderMale
ResidenceMexico

Passports

Mexico

Visas

B1/B2
B1

Experience

3rd Engineer

May 2026 - Jul 2026
Casino Royale72m

Chief Engineer

Jun 2025 - Dec 2025
TOUCH37m

Responsible for overall operation and maintenance of engine department on private and charter yacht. Managed daily engineering operations, planned maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs of propulsion and auxiliary systems. Oversaw generators, HVAC, watermakers, pumps, electrical systems, and preventative maintenance during guest trips and charter operations. Maintained high engineering standards and safety compliance.

Chief Engineer

Jun 2024 - Dec 2024
ACACIA40m

Sole Engineer responsible for all mechanical and electrical operations onboard during private and charter activities. Managed engine room organization, maintenance scheduling, fault diagnosis, and repairs. Conducted routine servicing of generators, pumps, watermakers, air conditioning systems, and auxiliary machinery. Maintained detailed engineering records and operational reliability. Supported vessel readiness during guest operations with attention to safety and presentation.

Certifications & Qualifications

Other

2nd Engineer Officer <3000kW
Chief Engineer <3000KW / EOOW Unlimited

Skills

Other

Engine room watchkeeping and daily engineering operations
Planned maintenance systems and preventative maintenance
Main engine and generator servicing
Electrical and mechanical troubleshooting
HVAC, plumbing, and auxiliary systems maintenance
Shipyard coordination and contractor supervision
Machinery inspections and fault diagnosis
Spare parts and engineering inventory management
Safety compliance and engineering documentation
Operation and servicing of generators, HVAC, pumps, watermakers, and auxiliary machinery

Languages

EnglishFluent
SpanishNative

References

6 references

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