Joshua Wieber
Summary
Dynamic Chief Engineer with a proven track record in managing diverse teams in quality assurance and system optimization. Successfully led several ships through various maintenance periods, establishing performance metrics, and mitigation plans to ensure operational excellence and safety.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Chief Engineer
U.S. Navy
Norfolk, VA
05.2023 - Current
- Managed department of 200 personnel throughout a $99M engineering upgrade and maintenance of a Naval vessel.
- Established performance metrics for measuring progress against objectives.
- Identified potential risks associated with engineering projects and created mitigation plans.
Main Propulsion Assistant
U.S. Navy
Norfolk, VA
10.2020 - 05.2023
- Oversaw and trained 77 personnel in the management, maintenance, and operation of main propulsion, electrical, auxiliary, and damage control systems.
- Collaborated with Naval leadership to develop strategies for enhancing system reliability and efficiency.
- Monitored fuel consumption and ensured compliance with environmental regulations to ensure optimal performance and safety.
Ship's Material Maintenance Officer
U.S. Navy
Sasebo, Japan
05.2016 - 10.2020
- Created an effective damage control training pipeline for over 300 personnel of diverse backgrounds and proficiencies.
- Directed ship production, accomplished 636 repair jobs, and ensured the timely and cost-efficient completion of a naval vessel to return to operations.
- Implemented practices and adhered to equipment guidelines to avoid failures, and ensure uninterrupted operations.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Leadership
Fort Hays State University
Hays, KS01-2014
Associate of Science - Marine Engineering
Coastline Community Collegte
01-2007
Skills
- Quality assurance
- Risk assessment
- System optimization
- Maintenance planning
- Engineering management
- Troubleshooting and Diagnostics
Timeline
Chief Engineer
U.S. Navy
05.2023 - Current
Main Propulsion Assistant
U.S. Navy
10.2020 - 05.2023
Ship's Material Maintenance Officer
U.S. Navy
05.2016 - 10.2020
Bachelor of Arts - Leadership
Fort Hays State University
Associate of Science - Marine Engineering
Coastline Community Collegte