Maria Karla
Naval Architect &Marine Engineer | Project Engineer
KOS
Summary
Highly skilled Naval Architect with extensive experience in project management, sales, and technical support. Proven track record of delivering marine construction projects on time and within budget. Adept at coordinating multidisciplinary teams and driving client satisfaction through tailored solutions.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
15
15
years of post-secondary education
4
4
Certifications
2
2
Languages
Work History
Area Sales Engineer
Sauer Compressors
09.2023 - 02.2025
- Provided technical support to customers during pre-sales consultations, addressing concerns, and offering solutions tailored to their needs.
- Developed customized proposals that demonstrated a clear understanding of client requirements and offered compelling solutions to meet their unique needs.
- Established long-term relationships with key clients for repeat business and referrals, cultivating a strong network within the industry.
- Analyzed market trends, competitor performance and product strengths.
Project Coordinator
Deepsea Technologies
10.2022 - 08.2023
- Managed multiple projects from initiation to completion, ensuring timely delivery and effective task delegation
- Coordinated presentations for stakeholders, communicating project scope, progress, and results
- Organized travel and accommodation logistics for team members and project partners
- Supervised multiple projects from project start through delivery by prioritizing needs and delegating assignments.
- Prepared meeting agendas and minutes for distribution and record keeping.
Naval Architect
PSA Marine Bureau
10.2020 - 08.2022
- Oversaw 3D scanning surveys, ultrasonic thickness measurements (UTM), and supervision activities
- Prepared and executed Inventory of Hazardous Materials (IHM) reports to ensure regulatory compliance
- Conducted on-board 3D scanning surveys for ballast water treatment systems (BWTS) and scrubber retrofits
Project Engineer
Blue Planet Shipping
07.2019 - 02.2020
- Managed the Planned Maintenance System (PMS) and spare parts inventory
- Spearheaded the implementation of a Warehouse Management System, organizing spare parts and integrating technical manuals with barcode allocation
- Conducted on-board training for seafarers to facilitate efficient use of the Warehouse Management System
Junior Naval Architect
GTS Marine Services
07.2017 - 06.2019
- Used AutoCAD for the design of interior yacht layouts
- Prepared ultrasonic thickness measurement (UTM) reports
Education
Bachelor of Science - Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering
University of West Attica
Aigaleo, Greece 04.2001 - 01.2016
Skills
Project Management
Customer support
Relationship building
Organization skills
Lifecycle management
Team collaboration
Technical troubleshooting
Technical documentation
Marine engineering
Maintenance planning
Propulsion systems
Structural analysis
Material selection
Failure analysis
Certification
Certificate of Proficiency / ECPE - University of Michigan
Timeline
Area Sales Engineer
Sauer Compressors
09.2023 - 02.2025
Project Coordinator
Deepsea Technologies
10.2022 - 08.2023
Naval Architect
PSA Marine Bureau
10.2020 - 08.2022
Project Engineer
Blue Planet Shipping
07.2019 - 02.2020
Junior Naval Architect
GTS Marine Services
07.2017 - 06.2019
Bachelor of Science - Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering
University of West Attica
04.2001 - 01.2016
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