Engineer Assistant

PATRICK BOURQUE

Gilbert, AZ 510-***-**** acz4c9@r.postjobfree.com

Third Assistant Engineer

Third Assistant Engineer III and prior Chief Mechanic offering expertise in hydraulic and drilling systems maintenance and repair. Monitor the safe and efficient operations of engineering machinery, equipment and spaces, entering data into logs and reporting special events. Perform routine maintenance and repair of engine room machinery and auxiliary equipment. Monitor work performed by subordinates and ensure safety. Manage the cooling water treatment of main propulsion engines and auxiliary generators in addition to potable water, testing and treatment, the storage of bulk lube oil and routine testing. Dismantle machinery and equipment, effect repairs, fabricate components and engage in subsequent re-assemblies.

Areas of Excellence

Team Management/Training • Quality Control • Maintenance/Repair (23 yrs) • Troubleshooting • Hydraulic Systems • Logs

Ship Schematics • Cylinder Rebuilding • Auxiliary Systems • Operations Management • Mechanical Engineering • Reports

Education and Professional Development

CERTIFICATIONS / TRAINING / CREDENTIALS: US Coast Guard Third Assistant Unlimited; Medical Certification EX 06/02/2018; OICEW; RFPEW; PSC; III/1; III/4; III/5 VI/1; VI/2; VI/3; VI/4; VI/6; QMED EX 05/2021 Tanker-Man Assistant Continuity License; TWIC Card EX 3/2021; Advance Hydraulics; STCW Fire Fighting; Dept. of the Navy – Basic Electricity/Electronics and Aviation Electrician’s Mate Course, Class A1; Wartsila Advance Course; STCW Basic Safety Requirements; US Passport; License to Go Offshore; Vessel Personnel with Designated Security Duties; Leadership and Teamwork Skills Course; Engine Room Resource Management Course; Tropical Helicopter Underwater Escape Training; Medical First Aid Provider; Republic of the Marshall Islands; Third Assistant Engineer Unlimited Endorsement EX 8/5/2021; Record Book EX 8/5/2021

Professional Career Narrative

Transocean Offshore Deepwater Drilling, Inc., Houston, TX (2001 to 2016)

CHIEF MECHANIC / THIRD MECHANIC ENGINEER III – DRILL SHIP

Delivered expertise at sea on the drill ship during 21-day shifts, working as a Chief Mechanic and Third-Mechanic Engineer III on both drilling and hydraulic systems, moving back and forth between the positions to ensure operational efficiency.

Received a promotion to Chief Mechanic in 2006, while still serving in an engineering capacity due to need/vacancies.

Supervised two team members as the Chief Mechanic, at times overseeing the performance of up to six individuals.

Worked as a Chief Mechanic on a platform during the last seven months of employment repairing hydraulics.

Engaged in cost control and consistently eliminated waste, separating water out of tanks and saving the company over $35K each year in waste shipment expenditures, cutting two-thirds of waste quantity from prior levels.

Monitored all equipment consistently to quickly identify and resolve issues prior to disruption in operations.

Identified issues in the design of a cooling system, formulating a contingency plan for issues and engaging in immediate repairs over the course of six minutes prior to disconnection to avoid overheating and relocation.

Actively monitored, maintained and repaired main and auxiliary diesel engines and associated systems, engaging in troubleshooting and identifying potential issues while maintaining all proper documentation/records/logs.

Aligned, adjusted and calibrated engines and systems, maintained and repaired propulsion systems, and delivered proficiency in the operation of all computerized vessel management systems to avoid operational downtime.

Started and stopped engines and prime movers, including associated systems, in addition to supervising the repair of main and auxiliary engines, propulsions and associated machinery, overseeing work quality at all times.

Performed planned maintenance as warranted by the automated maintenance system and maintained engine logs.

Monitored the maintenance and repair of marine systems, lifesaving equipment/systems, dock/drilling machinery, sanitary systems, hydraulic crane systems and various associated equipment, ensuring a safe working environment.

Demonstrated expertise in various systems, including Wartsila 18/12 cylinder V32 engines, Rolls Royce 360 Azimuth thrusters, screw and reciprocating compressors, fuel and oil purifiers, hydraulics, knuckled cranes, wenches, palfingers, pipe handlers, centrifugal, screws, gears, diaphragms, pumps, firefighting equipment, life boats, anchor wenches, watermakers and conveyors, performing maintenance and repairs under stressful conditions.

Early Career History

MOTORMAN – DRILL SHIP, Transocean Offshore Deepwater Drilling, Inc., Houston, TX; ROUGHNECK, Global Marine, Houston, TX; ROUGHNECK, Parker Drilling, New Iberian, LA; ROUGHNECK, Global Marine, Houston, TX; ROUGHNECK, Grey Wolf Drilling, Houston, TX; AVIATION ELECTRICIAN, US Navy, Cecil Field, FL

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