Samuel Aves

Experience

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  EVERGREEN LINE

  Jan 2012 - Jul 2014

  Engineering Officer Cadet

  Fulfilled sea-based training on container vessels and completed my Merchant Navy Cadet Portfoliocomprising of the technical and operational skills and experience required to be a 4th Engineer and the proficiency in managing a team and projects, accessing risk and promote safety awareness & emergency responsiveness.

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  Maersk Line

  Jul 2014 - Oct 2018

  In seven years of serving onboard global container ships, I have successfully maintained a zero LTI (Lost Time Injury) record both personally and as a Responsible Officer and team leader. Along with Safe Work Analysis, risk assessment, Permit To Work and continuous emergency preparedness, my technical responsibilities as the Duty Engineer included full operational control of the ship’s plant, the execution and planning of timely maintenance and repair, as well as the testing and commissioning of machinery and systems. Technical Area Proficiencies: Industrial Engines - 2-Stroke Direct Reversible, Turbocharged, Crosshead Engines & 4-Stroke Auxiliary Generator Engines and Alternator UnitsSteam Systems - Gas and Steam Turbine Plants (Turbine Generators), Package Boilers, Water Tube Exhaust Gas Boilers & High Pressure Steam SystemsHydraulics- Steering Gear and other Ram & Rotary Vein Hydraulic Systems Electrical Power- 24V DC, 220V, 400V and High Voltage 6.6kV Systems, Switchboards and BreakersAuxiliary Systems- Heavy Fuel, Diesel and Lubrication Oil Transfer, Purification & Service Systems, Flash Evaporator Fresh Water Generators & Treatment Plants, Reciprocating and Screw type air compressors.Motors- AC Motors, Motor & Shaft Generators, Starters & Control Systems Pumps- Positive Displacement Pumps (Reciprocating, Screw, Gear, Piston, Ram Type, Vane) and Dynamic Pressure Pumps (Centrifugal, Axial Flow, Submersible, Centrifugal-Axial) Controls- Electrical Control, Monitoring & Automation Systems, Remote Interfaces, Alarm Systems and Diagnostic Tools for all of the above.Safety Systems- Automated fire detection and suppression systems (Water Mist, CO2)Domestic Services- Refrigeration compressors and Air Handling Units, Heating & Domestic water systems, Ventilation & Air Conditioning Plant Show less

  • 3rd Engineer

    May 2016 - Oct 2018

  • 4th Engineer

    Jul 2014 - May 2016
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  Wabtec Corporation

  Jan 2019 - now

  Lead Systems Engineer duties continued, but now with increased depth of conceptual and practical ownership, as well as increased guidance and support of teams. I have recognized a higher level of management and involvement in internal business issues to improve practices and procedures, while the technical complexity of the projects and programs I now own, across a broader platform, is also furthered. I’m empowered to bring a new perspective using existing solutions and am accountable for many on-going activities and objectives, within the Marine and Stationary Systems Engineering department. I also mentor and train less experienced colleagues. Show less In this role, I lead Marine and Stationary engine systems and controls design, validation, application, and field support projects. I produce engineering proposals, schematics and engineering drawings, drive product development, and lead reliability and production projects also. Alongside my project leading duties, I’m also hands-on and independent with systems and subsystems data analysis and remediation proposal, as well as controls software calibration creation and packaging activities. I often support and lead some mechanical component projects too. Show less Managing the North America, South America & UK Region's Service and Support of Wabtec (Formerly GE Transportation), Marine & Stationary Engines:- Global On-Site and Remote Engineering support of the Marine Engine & Stationary Power product-line.- Managing planned and unplanned service needs and events across all mechanical, systems, electrical, electronic, and software areas, with emphasis on customer satisfaction achieved through response time, resolution, and closure.- Managing the execution of new installation, commissioning and field, and factory testing- Fulfilling a project management role for field modifications, system upgrades, plant reconfiguration and, rebuilds, along with performance and reliability testing and monitoring Show less

  • Engine Component Design Project Manager

    Sept 2024 - now

  • Engineering Technical Leader – Systems

    May 2024 - Sept 2024

  • Lead Systems Engineer

    Oct 2022 - May 2024

  • Customer Support Engineer, Americas

    Jan 2019 - Oct 2022