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ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE
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RYAN DICKERT

Humble

Summary

Navy veteran and Marine Chief Engineer with extensive experience supervising and coordinating engine-room crews aboard tugs, ATBs, and offshore vessels. Expertise includes operating and maintaining propulsion engines, deck machinery, electrical systems, refrigeration, and sanitary systems, along with conducting inspections, diagnostics, and both corrective and preventive maintenance. Recognized for upholding high standards and a results-driven approach, with a proven track record in leading engineering initiatives and implementing innovative solutions while fostering team collaboration. Highly adaptable to evolving project needs, with strong skills in technical analysis and strategic planning to ensure optimal operational efficiency.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Chief Engineer

Tradewinds Towing
01.2025 - Current
  • - Supervise and coordinate engineering crew for daily operations, maintenance and emergency response.
  • - Inspect propulsion and auxiliary machinery; order and direct repairs underway or pier-side; replace defective parts.
  • - Maintain engine-room logs: run hours, fuel consumption, temperatures/pressures, generator balance and maintenance actions.
  • - Perform routine overhauls, power-pack replacements, lubricants and filter changes; use hand and pneumatic tools, cranes and jacks.
  • - Coordinate with port engineer to schedule corrective and preventive maintenance.

Assistant Subsea Engineer

Transocean
11.2023 - 03.2024
  • - Maintained, troubleshot and repaired critical systems connecting the rig to the seabed, including riser tensioning and BOP stack controls.
  • - Managed electro-hydraulic systems, performed periodic testing, and produced technical reports to verify system integrity.
  • - Supported diagnostics and corrective actions on subsea equipment; ensured safe operation of underwater drilling interfaces.
  • - Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams and contractors during maintenance and testing operations.

1st Engineer

Centerline Logistics
07.2021 - 10.2023
  • - Directed propulsion and power generation maintenance and operations for a 10,000 HP ATB.
  • - Performed inspections, diagnostics and repairs to ensure regulatory compliance and readiness.

1st Assistant Engineer

Bouchard Transportation Co
11.2020 - 07.2021
  • - Assisted Chief Engineer with engine overhauls, power-pack swaps, and scheduled preventive maintenance.
  • - Conducted meter/gauge readings and maintained accurate engineering logs; supported emergency repairs underway.

Assistant Engineer

Reinauer Transportation Co
10.2018 - 10.2020
  • - Performed detailed inspections, system testing and troubleshooting on propulsion and auxiliary systems.
  • - Oversaw engineering inventory and supervised tasks during cargo operations and maintenance periods.

Chief Engineer

Poling & Cutler Marine Transportation
02.2017 - 10.2018
  • - Operated and maintained engine-room systems for harbor/offshore operations; executed preventive maintenance and inspections to maintain readiness.

QMED / Oiler

Hornbeck Offshore Services
08.2016 - 02.2017
  • - Executed routine machinery maintenance, watchstanding, and support for offshore operational readiness.

Auxiliary Machinery Mechanic

US Navy
01.2012 - 04.2016
  • - Performed 1,500+ maintenance tasks with zero safety violations; maintained hydraulic, atmospheric control and plumbing systems.
  • - Trained and mentored crew on system operation and emergency procedures; assisted with ROV support operations.
  • - Honorable Discharge.

Education

High School Diploma -

Dennis Yarmouth Regional Highschool
Dennis, MA
04-2017

Skills

  • - Diesel propulsion systems; engine overhauls; power-pack replacement
  • - Generator synchronization and load management; electrical distribution
  • - Hydraulic and electro-hydraulic systems; instrumentation and controls
  • - Preventive maintenance planning; maintenance tracking software
  • - Use of hand/pneumatic tools, cranes, jacks; rigging and basic welding familiarity
  • - Safety management, watchstanding, emergency response
  • Troubleshooting
  • Safety management
  • Project management
  • Safety meetings

Certification

DDE 4000; RPEFW; STCW; Basic Safety Training; Able Seaman (AB); QMED; Lifeboatman; RFPMW-VPDSD; Oxygen Clean Worker; Submarine and mechanical specialty certifications

Training

  • - Submarine Mechanical & Hydraulics trainings; Submarine Diesel Engine Maintenance (Fairbanks Morse)
  • - Automated Electrolytic Oxygen Generator Operator
  • - Basic Enlisted Submarine School; Recruit Training
  • - Submarine Basic Firefighting; Lifesaving and survival craft

ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE

  • Lobster Boat — 1st Mate, Cape Cod, MA — 01/2004–09/2008
  • - Supported vessel operations, navigation, gear maintenance and catch processing.

Timeline

Chief Engineer

Tradewinds Towing
01.2025 - Current

Assistant Subsea Engineer

Transocean
11.2023 - 03.2024

1st Engineer

Centerline Logistics
07.2021 - 10.2023

1st Assistant Engineer

Bouchard Transportation Co
11.2020 - 07.2021

Assistant Engineer

Reinauer Transportation Co
10.2018 - 10.2020

Chief Engineer

Poling & Cutler Marine Transportation
02.2017 - 10.2018

QMED / Oiler

Hornbeck Offshore Services
08.2016 - 02.2017

Auxiliary Machinery Mechanic

US Navy
01.2012 - 04.2016

High School Diploma -

Dennis Yarmouth Regional Highschool