Experience

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  Geotech Ltd.

  • Canada
  • Mining
  • 100 - 200 Employee

  • Production Engineering Technician

    • Aug 2005 - Sep 2020

    Advanced specialist in production of high sensitive electro-magnetic coils, cables and geophysical equipment for mineral exploration airborne surveys. Liaised with R&D engineering and other departments in product design and continuous improvement. Made technological improvements and suggested criteria for quality test methodology. Performed modifications in fine tuning of high sensitive mechanical components of the receiver coil, that eliminated noises and improved data quality. Introduced minor safety improvements, smart using of marine knots and tie-raps in airborne suspension. Invented a simple method of twisting high current welding wires that reduced production time at 75% and manpower resources at 50%. Found a well-balanced compromise between stiffness, flexibility, load and weather resistance, which significantly reduced the incidence of cable breaks. Developed original method of soldering by sunlight power, and additional devices to facilitate precise and accurate soldering. Introduced unification and interchangeability of cables. Designed moulds and prototypes in SolidWorks. Developed detailed instructions and sketches for in-house production, as well as design and drawings for a third-party mold manufacturer. Conducted system maintenance, repair and quality control.

  • Geophysical Survey Technician

    • Aug 2005 - May 2006

    Administered and performed field logistics, assembly, testing, troubleshooting and repair. Monitored onboard the system correct operation along survey navigation route, and ensured acquiring of consistent high-quality data.

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  bp

  • United Kingdom
  • Oil and Gas
  • 700 & Above Employee

  • Sales Engineer

    • May 1996 - Jun 2003

    Sales Engineer 1996 – 2003Developed BP lubricants and service market in the territories of former USSR. Established and maintained ongoing business relationships with major shipping companies, shipbuilders and fleet operators. Performed product and services presentations for customers. Participated in sales meetings, technical seminars and discussions. Managed customer accounts and contract terms. Developed winning tender and sales proposals. Promoted sales volume steady increase from 25 to 60% per year. Proactively used sales assessment and risk management tools along with simple methods of math and statistical analysis in MS Excel, to achieve maximum return. Identified rationale for low margin sales and provided recommendations. Customized proposal techniques, ordering and administrative procedures. Improved payment discipline and yearly credit performance. Monitored competitors, analyzed customer opinions and loyalty, and found opportunities to strengthen BP's market position

  • Sales and Supply Associate 1993 – 1996

    • May 1993 - Apr 1996

    Nominated orders, coordinated marine lubes supply to client ships calling ports around the world. Negotiated delivery terms, resolved disputed issues. Took responsible decisions. Reconciled financial statements and cash allocation issues. Chased debt payments.Monitored product stock, planned inventory levels and administered replenishment for a number of warehouses. Administered used oil analysis and technical recommendationsAwarded with premiums for establishing of new consignment stocks and for improving credit performance throughout the years.

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  Arctic & Antarctic Research Institute (AARI)

  • St. Petersburg, Russia

  • Engineer Oceanographer

    • Aug 1990 - May 1996
    • St. Petersburg, Russia

    Сartographic works along the northern navigation route. Hydrological, meteorological and ice research in the Arctic seas.

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  Air Force

  • Orenburg, Russia

  • Meteorologist

    • Dec 1985 - Dec 1987
    • Orenburg, Russia

    Flight operations meteorological officer