Brian Tannian
Reading
Summary
Proactive and goal-oriented professional with a desire to combine a maritime background with a currently engaging focus on automation. By using a strong troubleshooting background of hardware and software, I am able to move project forward no matter what challenges my team might encounter.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Automation/Controls System Specialist II
Siemens AG
12.2024 - Current
- Larger responsibility in the leadership of projects and their timelines by maintaining accurate documentation including as-built drawings, commissioning reports, and programming files.
- Testing of PLC programming in the field to ensure accurate and complete functionality of devices
- Use of more complex troubleshooting techniques using HMI and command line interfaces.
- Interpretation of mechanical, electrical, and control drawings and specifications to develop software and configuration, while also passing on details to the rest of the team onsite.
Automation/Controls System Specialist I
Siemens AG
10.2023 - 12.2024
- Installation, startup, and commissioning of building automation system equipment. At times in critical environments such as Hospitals, lab and clean rooms.
- Hands-on troubleshooting, repair, operation, and maintenance of electronic sensors in the field.
- Integration of 3rd Party Devices to communicate with our system. These languages include BACnet & Modbus.
- PLC programming was written to fulfill sequences of AHU's, Chiller's and individual room units.
- Networking startup for system communications. Using Protocols such as TCP/IP and the configuration of cables, routers and switches.
- Reading and interpretation of electronic schematics for individual devices and for Siemens devices.
3rd Assistant Engineer
Transocean
01.2023 - 10.2023
- Sailed aboard the Deepwater Conqueror Drillship and assisted in preventive maintenance, main engine overhauls, and unscheduled jobs
- Serviced the diesel electric plant that has six main engines that are coupled to six shaft generators for the full power and propulsion of the ship
- Worked on deck with machinery such as hoists, ship based cranes and chain-falls
Marine Technician
Boston Harbor Cruises
09.2022 - 10.2023
- Responsible for the electrical, plumbing and all auxiliary equipment on the small fleet of passenger vessels.
Assistant Engineer
Kirby Offshore Marine
06.2022 - 01.2023
- Worked under the Chief Engineer aboard the ATB Coho and the Barge Penn 92 - Assumed watch standing duties for the entirety of the engine room and completed preventative maintenance on generators and also main engines.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Marine Engineering, Facilities Engineering
Massachusetts Maritime Academy
Buzzards Bay, MASkills
- Schematic Interpretation
- Hardware troubleshooting
- Application support
- IT infrastructure
Certification
- Merchant Mariner Credential (3A/E)
- Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) Card
- Helicopter Underwater Escape Training
- OSHA 10
- EPA 608
- Advanced Firefighting
Timeline
Automation/Controls System Specialist II
Siemens AG
12.2024 - Current
Automation/Controls System Specialist I
Siemens AG
10.2023 - 12.2024
3rd Assistant Engineer
Transocean
01.2023 - 10.2023
Marine Technician
Boston Harbor Cruises
09.2022 - 10.2023
Assistant Engineer
Kirby Offshore Marine
06.2022 - 01.2023
Bachelor of Science - Marine Engineering, Facilities Engineering
Massachusetts Maritime Academy
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