Bryan Gilly
Biloxi,MS
Summary
Machinery Field Engineer/Designer with 14 years of hands-on experience in Naval Shipbuilding. Organized and motivated employee eager to apply time management and organizational skills in various environments. Seeking opportunities to expand skills while facilitating company and self growth. Skillful in helping in installation processes, testing machines, problem solving and maintaining accurate reports and documentation. Instrumental team player possessing outstanding time management and multitasking abilities. Gifted Field Engineer with well-established knowledge of standards, policies and procedures. Remains calm and focused even under pressure. Well-developed skill set and proactive demeanor.
Goal-oriented and forward-thinking when reviewing project requirements to determine precise solutions. Composed professional when working under tight schedules and limited budgets to achieve innovative designs meeting and exceeding objectives.
Highly-motivated self employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Hardworking and reliable, offering machinery based technical and design skills with highly organized, proactive, punctual and team oriented mentality. Detail-oriented with impressive blend of technical and manufacturing expertise and people skills. Committed to providing quality and consistent technical support. Ambitious and enthusiastic job seeker with strong knowledge in manufacturing and naval shipbuilding. Dedicated Field Engineer with outstanding problem solving skills focused on driving continuous improvement through innovative ideas and methods. Offering strong attention to detail, skill in reading blueprints and excellent attendance record. Excels in drawing interpretations and engineering communication techniques.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Machinery Field Engineer, Designer 4
Huntington Ingalls Industries Ingalls Shipbuilding
Pascagoula, MS
02.2017 - Current
- Started as a Machinery Field Engineer, Designer 2 have since obtained 2 job family promotions to a Lead Machinery Field Engineer, Designer 4
- Field Engineering supports ships production during the construction process of shipbuilding
- Field Engineers work through construction issues, both from craft error and detail design, and also through the interpretation of ship specifications
- Utilized AutoCAD software to generate accurate 2D drawings from 3D models.
- Analyzed drawings for accuracy and completeness according to established drafting standards.
- Also proficient use of Microsoft Office programs such as Word, Outlook, Excel, and Powerpoint
- Analyzed product designs for manufacturability, cost optimization and performance requirements.
- Works with Cognitive engineering, manufacturing/craft, material, planning groups, and other process stakeholders to make sure all contractual specifications are met and adhered to during the ship construction process
- Act as the technical liaison between manufacturing/craft and Cognitive engineering, dealing strictly with various types of machinery equipment and systems
- If any issues or questions arise during the shipbuilding process, it is my job and function to provide the fix or answer to the craft, program management and/or ship’s management ensuring all ship specifications are met and adhered to and providing corrective actions to non-conforming processes and/or equipment.
- Work with all aspects of construction, anything from receiving the equipment to getting the equipment to its final location to alignment and on to operational issues during testing
- Support supply chain/ receiving group by inspection and providing understanding of requisition documentation and correct equipment is received per purchase specifications.
- Design solutions to improve systems and overcome technical constraints.
- Utilize G,D & T system for drawing communication.
- Created detailed mechanical drawings for piece parts and assemblies, maximizing form, fit and function through meticulous design model evaluation.
- Conduct design reviews to ensure compliance with established standards and customer specifications.
- Submit rough drafts to clients and management to gain approval.
- Possess a strong knowledge base of the equipment and construction processes to help support all groups of the manufacturing evolution.
- Sometimes are called upon to act as Project Managers to oversee specific system installations and/or process designs and planning.
- Provide feedback to customers, suppliers, engineers, other designers, and planning groups for better products and technical information.
- Provide technical support to customers via phone, email, and onsite visits.
- Identify root cause and delivered recommendations to alleviate future issues and failures.
- Ensure compliance with industry standards when designing or implementing solutions.
- Identify areas for improvement in existing processes or procedures related to field engineering operations.
- Formulate plans using detailed drawings.
- Create product designs in alignment with specifications.
- Prepared BOMs for parts and assemblies in accordance with engineering standards.
- Participate in brainstorming sessions to generate new ideas for product features or improvements.
- Commended for strengths in interpreting, assessing and fulfilling complex product functional specifications and manufacturability concerns.
Outside Machinist Foreman
Huntington Ingalls Industries Ingalls Shipbuilding
Pascagoula, MS
02.2016 - 02.2017
- Responsible for the supervision of trade personal in all company priorities
- Managed daily work assignments by delegating tasks and monitoring progress.
- Developed work plans, assigned tasks and monitored progress to ensure timely completion of projects within budget.
- (Safety, Quality, Cost and Schedule) Make sure that employees have a safe work environment and task to complete daily for production needs
- Maintained quality standards and monitored work for corrective action.
- Performed lock-out-tag-out procedures on equipment prior to service work to promote workplace safety.
- Enforced safety rules at all times to reduce workplace hazards for both employees and visitors.
- Inspected construction sites to ensure safety regulations are met.
- Supervised and coordinated the activities of workers engaged in all phases of construction projects.
- Directed workers in proper techniques for installation or repair of structures according to blueprints or specifications.
- Maintained records such as daily time sheets, material orders, project costs and contractor information.
- Created weekly schedules and daily workflows to support adequate project coverage.
- Assisted in developing budgets for labor costs associated with specific projects.
- Assigned projects and tasks to employees based on competencies and specialties.
- Monitored the use of resources including personnel, materials, machines, tools and vehicles during project execution.
- Kept track of supplies and materials to prevent inventory losses.
- Resolved disputes between contractors and employees or among employees regarding job duties or performance issues.
- Work with drawings, Engineering changes and production material supply systems to accomplish work
- Provided leadership by motivating crew members while maintaining a safe working environment.
- Read and followed blueprints when planning and implementing construction phases.
- Possess knowledge of computers and Microsoft office programs and I am quick to catch on how to use other computer systems and programs.
- Communicated effectively with customers and workers alike, answering inquiries and questions and responding to complaints.
- Organized the storage of supplies, tools and equipment used in the course of construction activities.
- Inspected all machining operations for conformance with applicable standards.
- Communicated with supervisors regarding progress reports on projects assigned.
- Provided technical advice on machining process improvements based on experience.
- Tested mechanical assemblies after fabrication for proper operation.
- Reported to General Foreman and Superintendents with project updates and estimated completion dates, noting delay issues.
- Volunteered to oversee additional job tasks in absence of other Foreman and General Foreman.
Outside Machinist/Mechanic
Huntington Ingalls Industries Ingalls Shipbuilding
Pascagoula, MS
04.2010 - 01.2016
- Installed, aligned, and repaired ship machinery such as propulsion machinery, generators, auxiliary machinery, pumps, ventilating equipment, steering gear, laundry and galley equipment.
- Installed new equipment according to manufacturer specifications.
- Laid out passage holes on bulkheads, decks, and other surfaces for connection of shafting.
- Repaired and lubricated machines and equipment and assembled and installed equipment using hand tools and power tools.
- Aligned reduction gears, bearing, shafting, propellers, rudder and steering, engine assemblies, and Remote mechanical operating gear (reach rods) to valves, generators, steering gear equipment, etc.
- Maintained clean and environmentally safe work area.
- Measured and marked dimensions and reference points to meet precise specifications.
- Completed routine preventive maintenance on shipboard equipment, minimizing machinery downtime.
- Worked around rotating machinery and equipment work
- Installed gages for different ship systems (lube oil, fuel, fire mains, etc.)
- Installed combat systems like radars, antennas, VLS, and shipboard guns.
- Fabricated complex components from raw materials such as steel bars or plates.
- Communicated with supervisors regarding progress reports on projects assigned.
- Set up and operated portable milling machines to cut/ bore various types of ship board equipment per drawings.
- Followed written instructions to set up and operate manual equipment and computer-controlled production machines.
- Monitored and adjusted processes or equipment to improve quality and productivity.
- Read and followed blueprints, diagrams and drawings to fabricate products.
- Read blueprints or engineering drawings to determine dimensions of a part that needs to be machined.
- Read blueprints and sketches to fabricate equipment, make modifications, and establish work procedures.
- Performed precision measurements and alignment of components using micrometers, calipers, dial indicators, laser measuring equipment and other machinist tools.
- Calculated dimensions or tolerances using micrometers or vernier calipers.
- Assembled custom-made tools for specific tasks requiring specialized skills.
- Assisted with troubleshooting problems related to outside machining operations.
- Performed repair work on hydraulic, pneumatic and mechanical systems.
- Repaired worn or damaged parts by welding or fabricating new replacement parts.
- Cleaned machine parts with solvents for proper functioning of the machinery.
- Installed shafts, bearings, seals, gears and other parts to specifications.
- Dismantled machinery and equipment in order to perform maintenance activities.
- Checked finished products for accuracy against blueprints and drawing specifications.
- Disassembled defective machines for further inspection and repairs.
- Reassembled machines after repair work was completed.
- Tested mechanical assemblies after repair or fabrication for proper operation.
- Read diagrams and schematic drawings to determine work procedures.
- Worked with various other crafts to set and install equipment of various sizes.
Pershing Fisherman
Omega Protein
Moss Point, MS
06.2008 - 11.2008
- Worked 1 season as Pershing Fisherman, responsible for spreading and retrieving the webbing (net)
- Cleaned vessel and machinery after each shift to safeguard fellow employees from falls, mishaps and potential infections.
- Assisted the chief engineer on vessel to maintain and operate engines, generators, and other auxiliary equipment aboard ship.
- Checked vessel to look for and quickly alleviate problems with broken equipment and traps with potential to negatively impact fishing bounties.
- Conducted daily safety inspections of vessel, gear, and crew.
- Adhered to all safety regulations while working aboard a vessel or ashore.
- Operated winches to pull in nets filled with fish or crabs.
- Worked with fellow crew members to bring in optimal results with each haul.
- Used binocular equipment to locate fish and determined proper areas to cast nets.
- Communicated with spotter planes and other fishermen on location of schools of fish.
- Ensured compliance with environmental protection laws while fishing.
- Returned undesirable or illegal catches to water and moved desired catches to holding areas.
- Assisted in loading provisions onto vessels prior to departure.
- Loaded and unloaded vessel equipment and supplies by hand or with aid of hoisting equipment.
- Repaired damaged fishing gear while at sea or in port.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and maintain a safe work environment.
Education
Certificate - Business Leadership
Dale Carnegie Training of Central Florida
Port Orange, FL04-2024
High School Diploma -
Resurrection Catholic High School
Pascagoula, MS05-2007
Some College (No Degree) - Mechanical Engineering
Louisiana Tech University
Ruston, LASome College (No Degree) - Mechanical Engineering
University of South Alabama
Mobile, ALSome College (No Degree) - Mechanical Engineering
Mississippi Gulf Coast Comm. College
Gautier, MSSkills
- AutoCAD
- ShipConstructor
- Revu BlueBeam
- CAD Drafting
- 2D and 3D Modeling
- Computer Literate
- Engineering Design
- Technical Drawings
- US Government Drawings
- Assembly and Detai Drawings
- Blueprint Interpretation
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Strong drawing interpretations
- Geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD & T)
- Field Production
- Analytical Thinking
- Interpretations of Ship Specifications and processes
- Technical Specifications
- Mechanical Aptitude
- Design Verification
- Team Communication
- Relationship Building
- Teamwork Skills
- Creative Thinking
- Document Management
- Corrective Action Planning
- Problem-Solving
- Product Improvement
- Equipment Installation
- Self Motivation
- Design Strategy
- Measurement Tools
- Welding Techniques
- Hand Tool Expertise
- Assembly and Production
- Precision Measurement
- Safety Compliance
- Mechanical Tool Usage
- Machinery Assembly
- Machinery Repair
- Schematic Interpretation
- Mechanical Troubleshooting
- Hand and Power Tools
References
- Sammy Braxton, Machinery Manufacturing Analyst, Ingalls Shipbuilding, (228)623-7930
- Jonathan Bailey, Machinery General Foreman, (228)623-9884
- Janet Miller, Financial Manager, (228)263-5151
- Karen Pate, Owner/Manager, Singing River Ranch, (228)217-3743
Certification
- Man-Lift Operator
- Overhead Crane Operator
- Dale Carnegie Training
Accomplishments
- TAP Award for LHA 7 Waterborne Alignment Support
- TAP Award for LHA 7 Completion
- TAP Award for LHA 8 Aircraft Elevator Project Management for Equipment Installation
- TAP Award for LHA 8 Main Propulsion Equipment LOS
Timeline
Lead Machinery Field Engineer, Designer 4
Huntington Ingalls Industries Ingalls Shipbuilding
02.2017 - Current
Outside Machinist Foreman
Huntington Ingalls Industries Ingalls Shipbuilding
02.2016 - 02.2017
Outside Machinist/Mechanic
Huntington Ingalls Industries Ingalls Shipbuilding
04.2010 - 01.2016
Pershing Fisherman
Omega Protein
06.2008 - 11.2008
Certificate - Business Leadership
Dale Carnegie Training of Central Florida
High School Diploma -
Resurrection Catholic High School
Some College (No Degree) - Mechanical Engineering
Louisiana Tech University
Some College (No Degree) - Mechanical Engineering
University of South Alabama
Some College (No Degree) - Mechanical Engineering
Mississippi Gulf Coast Comm. College
- Man-Lift Operator
- Overhead Crane Operator
- Dale Carnegie Training
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