Ken Davis

A proven and adaptive leader with a passion for marine engineering and industrial equipment maintenance and repair. Seeking full time commercial vessel chief engineer position with benefits, hitch schedule preferred.

Chief engineer - REINAUER TRANSPORTATION

(2024-08)

Chief engineer aboard ATB Dean Reinauer (4000 hp)

• MTU Tier 2 4000 maintenance, repair, and troubleshooting
• Maintain control/operation of power generation, distribution, and priority load sharing to all shipboard systems
• Majority of all preventative, corrective, and scheduled maintenance performed in-house
• Operative knowledge and maintenance of Intercon coupling systems
• Manage fuel, lube, and ballasting operations/bunkering
• Maintain vessel in compliance with ABS, SOLAS, and USCG requirements for periodic inspections/internal quarterly inspections

Chief engineer - DON JON MARINE

(2020-08 - 2024-08)

Chief engineer aboard varies tugs ranging from 800-3200 horsepower

• Responsible for all USCG and ABS inspections with regards to engines and propulsion machinery
• Maintenance and repair of Detroit, Caterpillar, Cummins
• Responsible for inventory, logging non-confirmities, repairs, and safety checks
• Troubleshoot hydraulic, electronic, and propulsion machinery issues
• As needed fabrication and welding aboard vessel
• Overall responsible for the safe and efficient operation of the engine room

Engineer - SEASTREAK PASSENGER FERRY

(2017-11 - 2024-08)

Engineer aboard various passenger ferries, ranging from xxxx – 7000 horsepower

• Responsible for maintaining and servicing main engines and generators – MTU 2000/4000 series, Cummins KTA 50, John Deere gen sets
• Trouble shoot and repair all onboard apparatus, including but not limited to propulsion machinery and wheelhouse electronics
• Participate in USCG inspections, yard appointments, and routine safety drills

Plant operator - ARIA ENERGY CORPORATION

(2017-07 - 2017-10)

Plant operator responsible for maintaining and repairing Caterpillar 3516 and 3520 natural gas generators

• Troubleshoot shutdowns and perform scheduled maintenance
• Perform appropriate lock out tag procedures
• Assist in major frame overhauls

Bachelor of Science - Marine Operations with Third Unlimited Engineer License - State university of New York Maritime College (2017-05)