Ernest Burkart
Houston,TX
Summary
Dynamic Electro-Mechanical Technician with extensive experience at TechnipFMC, excelling in mechanical and electrical troubleshooting. Proven track record in process optimization and effective team collaboration, enhancing equipment reliability and minimizing downtime. Skilled in hydraulic systems and committed to workplace safety, ensuring high-quality standards in all maintenance activities.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
Work History
Electro-Mechanical Technician IV Lead
TechnipFMC
10.2023 - 06.2025
- Resolved mechanical and electrical issues using both technical and manual skills.
- Assembled and disassembled equipment to perform repairs and maintenance.
- Frequently diagnosed mechanical and electrical problems and determined how to correct issues.
- Maintained clean and organized work area to easily locate repairing tools and equipment.
- Inspected and tested equipment and components to diagnose issues, recognize defects, and determine appropriate repairs.
- Ensured safe working environment through strict adherence to safety protocols and guidelines.
- Performed troubleshooting, diagnosis, and repair of Subsea Control Modules.
- Managed work load for 6 Technicians.
Electro-Mechanical Technician IV
TechnipFMC
12.2016 - 10.2023
- Observed equipment functioning to detect electronic and mechanical hazards or problems for service, repair or replacement.
- Completed repairs and upgrades on time or early to help minimize customer downtime.
- Provided technical support to team members, sharing knowledge of electromechanical systems operation and maintenance best practices.
- Maintained accurate records of maintenance activities, repairs performed, and parts replaced for traceability purposes.
- Collaborated with engineering teams to implement design modifications for improved system functionality.
- Conducted training sessions for junior technicians on proper techniques for maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing various types of electromechanical equipment.
- Installed and modified equipment to minimize material waste, facilitate future maintenance and avoid hazardous and unreliable equipment performance.
- Investigated electrical malfunctions with ammeter, multimeter and temperature probe test instruments to determine problems and apply solutions.
Subsea Controls (topsides) Service Hand Lead
TechnipFMC
01.2007 - 12.2016
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing efficient and friendly service in a fast-paced offshore environment.
- Performed routine maintenance on equipment to minimize downtime and ensure optimal performance.
- Adhered to safety regulations, reducing accidents or injuries within the workplace significantly.
- Served as a reliable point of contact for customers requiring assistance or information about products or services offered by the company.
- Followed and performed Work Permit standards and Lock-out Tag-out standards.
- Wired, installed and tested multiple topsides control cabinets to include HMIs, SMCSs, SPCUs, PLC bays and ULM cabinets.
- Installed and tested HPUs and TUTAs on FPSOs and help commission over 20 subsea trees.
SCM Lab Technician
TechnipFMC
07.2003 - 01.2007
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams for successful new product launches, meeting target deadlines and budget requirements.
- Electrically and mechanically tested, troubleshot, repaired and upgraded subsea control modules.
- Supported subsea tree testing
Electricians Mate First Class (nuclear Qualified)
US Navy
04.1992 - 07.2003
- Conducted regular drills to maintain proficiency in essential skills such as firefighting, life-saving techniques, and damage control procedures.
- Maintained and repaired electrical equipment such as Ships generators, switchgear boards, rod drive mechanisms, pumps and sensors associated with the Nuclear power plant and propulsion systems.
Education
No Degree - Nuclear Power Propulsion
Naval Nuclear Prototype
Charleston, SC12-1993
No Degree - Nuclear Power
Naval Nuclear Power School
Orlando, FL05-1993
No Degree - Electrical Theory
Naval Electricians A School
Orlando, FL11-1992
High School Diploma -
Mary Carrol High School
Corpus Christi, TX05-1989
Skills
- Mechanical and electrical troubleshooting
- Effective team collaboration
- Process optimization
- Effective multitasking
- Strong organizational abilities
- Proactive self-starter
- Continuous improvement
- Quality assurance
- Technical equipment troubleshooting
- Power tool proficiency
- Workplace safety standards
- Root-cause analysis
- Quality assurance inspection
- Hydraulic systems
- Power tools proficiency
- Schematic reading
- Work order comprehension
- Electrical systems
Timeline
Electro-Mechanical Technician IV Lead
TechnipFMC
10.2023 - 06.2025
Electro-Mechanical Technician IV
TechnipFMC
12.2016 - 10.2023
Subsea Controls (topsides) Service Hand Lead
TechnipFMC
01.2007 - 12.2016
SCM Lab Technician
TechnipFMC
07.2003 - 01.2007
Electricians Mate First Class (nuclear Qualified)
US Navy
04.1992 - 07.2003
No Degree - Nuclear Power Propulsion
Naval Nuclear Prototype
No Degree - Nuclear Power
Naval Nuclear Power School
No Degree - Electrical Theory
Naval Electricians A School
High School Diploma -
Mary Carrol High School
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