About Me
Chief Engineer | Senior Technical Specialist | AI & Automation Developer
Professional Profile
A highly accomplished Senior Marine Engineer with over 20 years of experience in technical management and maritime operations. I bridge the gap between traditional heavy engineering and cutting-edge digital transformation. My unique background allows me to apply the rigorous standards of maritime reliability to the world of software development, automation, and AI.
I am dedicated to modernizing technical industries by integrating AI and automation into daily workflows. My goal is to make complex systems more transparent, efficient, and data-driven.
Education & Qualifications
Specialist in Marine Engineering – Odesa National Maritime Academy (ONMA), 2006.
Certifications: Fully licensed Chief Engineer with a complete set of STCW certificates, including:
Certificate of Competency (Management Level).
Advanced Training for Liquefied Gas Tanker Cargo Operations (LPG/LEG).
Engine Room Resource Management (ERM).
Maritime Expertise
Since starting my career at sea in 2003, I have risen through the ranks to Chief Engineer, serving with industry-leading shipping companies such as BW Epic Kosan.
Vessel Experience: Extensive expertise in the operation and maintenance of LPG (Liquefied Petroleum Gas) and LEG (Liquefied Ethylene Gas) carriers, as well as Bulk Carriers.
Key Vessels: Epic Barnes, Epic St. Thomas, Epic St.Lucia, Epic Beata, Epic St Ivan, Kathrine Kosan, Gas Trust, and others.
Focus: Technical leadership, safety management, systems optimization, and ensuring 100% operational uptime in high-stakes environments.
Technical Skills & IT Development
I leverage my engineering mindset to build digital tools that solve real-world problems:
Web Development: Professional architect of WordPress platforms, creating high-performance technical ecosystems (e.g., https://seamen.es , https://freewind.es).
Automation: Expert in n8n, designing complex workflows that connect data and automate repetitive technical tasks.
Software Development: Creator of specialized mobile applications and Telegram bots, including:
DM Cheng Assis: A digital companion for marine engineers.
Voyage Plan & Noon Report: Tools designed to streamline maritime reporting and logistics.
IoT & Smart Systems: Specialist in implementing Home Assistant environments and Sonoff hardware for advanced industrial and residential automation.
Professional Experience
Maritime Engineering & Leadership
Chief Engineer | BW Epic Kosan & Others
2003 – Present
Vessel Operations: Senior technical management of high-pressure LPG (Liquefied Petroleum Gas) and LEG (Liquefied Ethylene Gas) carriers, along with extensive experience on Bulk Carriers.
Technical Leadership: Oversight of all engine room operations, ensuring 100% vessel availability and compliance with strict international safety and environmental regulations.
Key Vessels: Technical command on vessels including Epic Barnes, Epic St. Thomas, Epic St.Lucia, Epic Beata, Epic St Ivan, Kathrine Kosan, Gas Trust.
Systems Management: Expert maintenance of massive propulsion plants, auxiliary machinery, and automated control systems in high-stakes environments.
Digital Engineering & Automation
Developer & Automation Architect Focused on Maritime & Industrial Solutions
Process Automation (n8n): Designing and implementing sophisticated automated workflows to bridge the gap between technical data and operational efficiency.
Software & App Development: Architect of specialized mobile tools for marine professionals:
DM Cheng Assis: An AI-powered technical companion for marine engineers.
Voyage Plan & Noon Report: Applications for precise maritime logistics and daily reporting.
Web Ecosystems (WordPress): Full-stack development of professional web platforms for the maritime community, including seamen.es and freewind.es.
Smart Systems & IoT (Home Assistant): Advanced implementation of Home Assistant and Sonoff hardware.
AI & Bot Integration: Development of custom Telegram bots for instant data retrieval, automated notifications, and technical support.
