Michael Kobe
Marine Engineer
Burton,OH
Summary
Dedicated Plant Manager with experience in cogeneration facilities, specializing in gas turbines, boilers, and power generation systems. Former Marine Engineer with 10 years of hands-on expertise in sophisticated marine systems and propulsion technologies. Proven track record as a motivated leader and complex problem solver. Skilled in plant management, personnel leadership, and optimizing performance of advanced energy systems to ensure reliability, efficiency, and safety.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Plant Manager
DTE Energy
02.2024 - Current
- Provide overall leadership for plant operations, ensuring safety, quality, cost, and delivery goals are consistently met
- Ensure assets are operated in a safe, efficient, and environmentally responsible manner while ensuring all contract deliverables are met
- Oversee the daily activities of plant staff, including a unionized hourly workforce
- Manage O&M budgets, monitor expenses, and prepare reports on plant performance, including productivity, quality, and safety metrics
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives to optimize plant efficiency, reduce waste, and improve product quality
- Direct and oversee plant maintenance programs using various CMMS.
- Provide hands-on support for Operations and Maintenance personnel as needed, assisting in equipment troubleshooting, and employing outside resources when necessary.
1st Engineer / Chief Engineer
Interlake Steamship Company
01.2019 - Current
- Fix, maintain, and monitor all mechanical, electrical, and propulsion equipment aboard vessels. This includes but not limited to engines, generators, hydraulics, boilers, pneumatics, compressors, control systems, low voltage electrical, pumps, drives, machinery and conveyor systems
- Manage Engineering department and crew.
- Interpret and analyze tests and data results to optimize equipment efficiency.
- Analyze schematics, blueprints, and diagrams.
- Oversee safety and emergency procedures.
- Evaluate ongoing work to check progress and maintain pace against schedule demands.
- Daily use of maintenance computer software and programs
- Test and analyze boiler water, glycol, and oil samples
- Manage personnel by implementing company policies, procedures, work rules and disciplinary action.
- Operate specialized equipment, gauges and instruments for predictive maintenance records.
- Create purchasing requisition orders for parts and supplies
- Implement safety processes and procedures.
2nd Engineer
Interlake Steamship Company
01.2015 - 01.2019
- Fixed, maintained, and monitored all mechanical, electrical, and propulsion equipment aboard vessels. This includes but not limited to engines, generators, hydraulics, boilers, pneumatics, compressors, control systems, low voltage electrical, pumps, drives, machinery and conveyor systems
- Utilized best practices and troubleshooting techniques to resolve machinery issues.
- Supervised junior engineers and crew to provide technical assistance and advice to enhance performance and productivity
- Worked closely with Senior 1st Engineer to achieve successful plant operations
- Conducted periodic rounds and inspections
- Conducted boiler water testing.
3rd Engineer
Interlake Steamship Company
06.2012 - 01.2015
- Fixed, maintained, and monitored all mechanical, electrical, and propulsion equipment aboard vessels. This included but not limited to engines, generators, hydraulics, pneumatics, compressors, low voltage electrical, pumps, and machinery.
- Conducted, rounds, inspections, and maintenance.
- Supervised junior staff team and provided technical assistance and advice to enhance performance and productivity.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Marine Engineering
Massachusetts Maritime Academy
Buzzards Bay, MA 08.2006 - 06.2011
Skills
Engineering protocols
Inspections and evaluations
Troubleshooting
Layout organization
Staff Management
Verbal and written communication
Deadline-oriented
Employee training and development
Compliance understanding
Performance improvements
Safety protocols
Propulsion systems
Maintenance and repair management
Operational evaluation
Staff Management
Policies and Procedures
Certification
CPR, First aid, AED certified
Timeline
Plant Manager
DTE Energy
02.2024 - Current
1st Engineer / Chief Engineer
Interlake Steamship Company
01.2019 - Current
2nd Engineer
Interlake Steamship Company
01.2015 - 01.2019
3rd Engineer
Interlake Steamship Company
06.2012 - 01.2015
Bachelor of Science - Marine Engineering
Massachusetts Maritime Academy
08.2006 - 06.2011