Objective
I am looking for a challenging job working in the field on a rotating basis. Positions requested, (but not limited to) include research, design, support, or crew positions both on or off shore.
Experience
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
October 2008 - Volunteer scientist aboard NOAA research vessel Delaware II– Deployed on a 12-day voyage off the Coast of Cape Cod and in the Gulf Of Maine. Assisted in the collection of data for hydroacoustic surveys for Herring including CTD deployments and collection. Assisted in the deployment, maintenance, and repair of AFTV towed vehicle. Knowledge and experience with shipboard operations and procedures.
February, 2007 and November, 2008 - Volunteer scientist aboard NOAA research vessel Albatross IV – Deployed on a 12-day voyage off the Coast of Cape Cod. Weighed, counted, and dissected many fish species to aid in the continuance of a 40-year database for the Division of Marine Fisheries.
7/00 to 7/08 – COASTAL ENGINEERING CO., INC.: Orleans, MA - Project Manager, Marine Division: www.coastalengineeringcompany.com -– Design and permitting of shorefront protection systems which include concrete seawalls, vinyl and steel bulkheads, rock revetments, and natural solutions such as cocoanut fiber rolls, re-vegetation, and beach nourishment. Designed, permitted, and managed both private and municipal projects including marinas, mooring fields and mooring systems, boat ramps and launching areas, dredging projects, piers, and dock systems. All projects required regulatory permitting at the local, state, and federal levels. My experience includes applications, coordination of agencies in joint response, meetings with regulatory personnel, and presentation of projects in the public meeting forum. Provided complete project management from inception through completion, including proposals and evaluations, budgeting, servicing of clients, coordination, construction inspections and reports.
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MARK C. BURGESS
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE - continued
4/98 to 7/00 - ATLANTIC DESIGN ENGINEERS, LLC: Sagamore, MA - Division Coordinator:
Overall site design for the wireless industry. Civil engineering design and site layout, zoning, survey, and construction drawing preparation, building and tenant improvement design to upgrade existing structures, structural analysis of towers and report coordination. Supervised the overall detail plan preparation, review, and approval for the wireless division for raw land, co-locate, rooftop, church steeple, water tank, and flagpole site types. Responsible for the management of the wireless division including sales and marketing, billing, scheduling, client status reporting, client relations, setting division goals and standards, staffing, workload coordination, and technical support.
6/96 to 5/97 - SENCORP SYSTEMS INC.: Hyannis, MA - Inside Sales Coordinator/Department Manager: Responsible for the tracking and correspondence of machinery sales for entire company. Product lines include thermoforming, blister packaging, and extrusion machines for the plastics packaging industry. Sales volume exceeded $34 million per year for domestic and international territories. Development and implementation of sales departmental procedures. First line supervisor. Coordinated sales department workload including the processing of all sales correspondence, machinery proposals and sales orders, and the provision of secretarial support for over eight salesman and international agents.
10/93 to 1/96 - EAGLE PACKAGING CORP.: Oakland, CA - Applications Engineer/OEM Sales Manager: Design and development of packaging machinery for the food industry. Implementation of system upgrades for combination net weighers, vertical form, fill, and seal bagging machines, rotary fillers and conveyors. Responsible for the review and approval of proposal and sales order development, and provided follow-up correspondence with salesmen and clients for system fabrication and testing, and delivery. Responsible for Western Regional Sales forecasting, and sales order tracking. Design and implementation of standardized sales quotation procedures, and 10-year Customer data base system. OEM Sales Manager for North America.
6/91 to 9/93 - FLEISCHMANN’S YEAST, INC.: San Leandro, CA - Project/Applications Engineer/Bakery Engineering Division: Responsible for the installation of cream yeast systems in bakeries throughout the U.S. and Canada. Duties included initial walk-through, contractor bids and awards, site inspections, scheduling, system startup, and warranty service. Provided job cost monitoring, system operational training, and ongoing technical support. Performed engineering analysis of system upgrades. Extensive travel involved.
8/90 to 5/91 - U.S. Navy PERA (Planning and Engineering for Repairs and Alterations)
Hunter’s Point Annex: San Francisco, CA. - Branch Head in Hull, Mechanical and Machinery Branch: First level supervisor for several engineers and one technician. PERA tasks involve advance planning for surface ship overhauls, repairs and alterations.
3/85 to 8/90 - MARE ISLAND NAVAL SHIPYARD: Vallejo, CA
Systems Engineer (3.5 Years), Project Engineer (1 Year), Safety Engineer (1 Year). Mechanical Engineer in Ocean Engineering Division. Design of high and low pressure fluid and gas piping systems aboard nuclear submarines. Top secret security clearance (inactive).
PERSONAL
Enjoys: Camping, Canoeing, Kayaking, Backpacking, Motorcycling, Outdoors. Eagle Scout – 1977
Education
EDUCATION: FLORIDA INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY - B.S. Ocean Engineering – 1984
Certification
Engineer Intern Certificate, State of Florida - 1984
Massachusetts Association of Conservation Commissions – Basic Training Certificate
BSCES - Boston Society of Civil Engineers Section American Society of Civil Engineers
Skils
Project Management - Customer service, Permit applications, Public presentations, Shorefront evaluations, Inspections, and Construction supervision.
Site Development – Field survey, GPS, Hydrographic survey, Resource area delineation, Grading, Design.
Design and Drafting – Civil, Marine and Structural engineering design, Proficiency in AutoCAD and computer applications.
Applications/Technical Support - Systems design, Fabrication and testing, System startups, Field service, and Sales technical support.
Mechanical - Food processing and packaging equipment, Bulk handling and storage systems, Fluid and gas piping systems design, Diving and Life Support Systems design, etc.
Electrical - Installation, Startup, Training, and Troubleshooting of Allen Bradley PLC control systems.
Wireless – Detailed design of cellular wireless infrastructure, Equipment attachment details and layout. Site design, Building design and Space allocation, Construction drawing layout and details.
Diving – Certified Diver, Underwater inspections, evaluations and reports.
My last job was enjoyable enough, but I seek more than the day-to-day office environment now. I thoroughly enjoyed my volunteer experience aboard the NOAA research vessel last February, and it sparked an interest in a new path I wish to follow. I am seeking a change in my career path which includes more time in the field, more time off, and the ability to utilize some of my current skills, and learn many more.
A rotating position or equivalent is what I seek. I am in good physical condition and can stand up to the rigors of sea duty. I do not get seasick. I work well with others and am a team player. I can focus on the details and step back and realize the big picture.
I have over twenty-four years of engineering and technical experience ranging from design to customer service and technical support. My Ocean Engineering degree provides a diversified skill set for many applications. I learned of an opening that may be commensurate with your needs through your website. The preferred position I seek would allow me to be in a field station, preferably on a rotating schedule. Desired locations include, but are not limited to Antarctica, Alaska, wilderness areas, offshore stations, or at-sea positions, and I look forward to the challenge and adventure. I would like to expand on my recent at-sea experiences with the NOAA research vessels to include additional locations and ships. There is allowance for negotiation here, and I will welcome creativity and flexibility in this regard.
My professional experience has placed me in many areas and is transferable to a wide variety of applications. The majority of my profession is in project management, supervision, and technical support. However, I haven’t found anything I cannot learn, and I continue to broaden my skills. These multiple talents will provide you with a complete multi-tasking package. This enables me to be proficient at all phases of a project, from conception and design to testing and evaluation. I can work both autonomously or in groups. I have extensive experience in the field; I am at home either at a desk or on-site. I am quite comfortable with periods of travel and sea duty. I have never been seasick and enjoy life aboard ship or on station. I also enjoy the outdoors immensely and am comfortable in severe weather conditions. I am also in good physical condition and can do heavy lifting.
I am computer literate with knowledge and experience in many areas including Windows, Macintosh, Word, Excel, AutoCad, Powerpoint, GIS systems and mapping, various spreadsheet and data base applications, and material management and inventory systems. I have created, reviewed, and approved detail plans for many various projects, and do most of my own drafting. Technical writing and reviews are an integrated part of my daily routine. I have taken professional management and training courses.
I believe in being fully accountable for my responsibilities. I have a strong work ethic, am value driven, and am committed to my service. I can work efficiently and effectively under a wide variety of conditions. I am a dependable resource and can adapt quickly to changing job requirements. I am also very resourceful, persistent, detail oriented (of course), conscientious, and have a “can do” attitude. I will always find a way to get the job done. I work well with people and promote teamwork. I also have the distinct ability to deal with difficult situations and people in a professional manner, step back and focus on the big picture, and avoid micro-managing at all costs. My clients have come to me to solve their design problems in an effective and efficient manner, thinking “out of the box”, and on my feet, addressing all interests accordingly. I am straightforward, and conduct myself in a professional, but personable manner with absolute integrity. My word is my guarantee. You won’t find anyone more committed to servicing client’s needs, and finishing the job properly.
Allow me to become part of your team. I am available for an interview at any time and look forward to discussing this opportunity with you. I can be contacted via phone or the email address listed above. References are available upon request.