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James Barton

James Barton

Fareham,United Kingdom

Summary

Accomplished marine mechanical engineer with expertise in seals and shaft systems, offering extensive global field service experience both on land and at sea. Demonstrates proficiency in interpreting technical drawings, documents, and reports, alongside a strong commitment to audit and safety compliance, including ISO and QMS standards. Holds military security clearance and excels in mentoring technical staff while maintaining composure under pressure. Known for strong communication and problem-solving skills, with a career goal to further enhance operational efficiency within the marine engineering sector.

Overview

30
30
years of professional experience

Work history

Senior Engineer, Shaft Line Solutions Field Service

Wärtsilä UK Ltd.
Fareham, UK
11.2022 - 07.2025
  • Delivered complex field service/commissioning assignments for shaft line products globally.
  • Authored detailed service reports aligned with Wärtsilä standards.
  • Maintained tools, safety equipment, and time sheets to ensure job efficiency and invoicing accuracy.
  • Built strong client relations through professional conduct and technical reliability.

Field Service Engineer, Shaft Line Solutions

Wärtsilä UK Ltd.
Fareham, UK
07.2020 - 11.2022
  • Promoted to Senior Engineer based on performance and reliability.

Field Service Engineer – Seals and Bearings

Wärtsilä UK Ltd.
Fareham, UK
12.2018 - 07.2020

Design Engineer – Seals and Bearings

Wärtsilä UK Ltd.
Fareham, UK
06.2013 - 12.2018
  • Led new product design and validation efforts for stern shaft seals (Commercial, Naval, Hydro).
  • Acted as internal auditor; collaborated with R&D, manufacturing, and service teams.

Design Draughtsman – Seals and Bearings

Wärtsilä UK Ltd.
Fareham, UK
07.2008 - 06.2013

Design Draughtsman

International Cooling Group
Fareham
06.2002 - 07.2008

CAD Technician

Tyco / ADT Fire and Security
Portsmouth
01.2002 - 06.2002

Draughtsman and Apprentice

James Hill Engineering
Fareham
09.1995 - 01.2002

Education

NVQ Level 3 - Refrigeration & Air Conditioning

City & Guilds - Fabrication & Welding, Part 2

BTEC Advanced GNVQ - Engineering

GCSEs & First Diploma - Engineering

01.1993 - 1 1994

Skills

  • Marine mechanical engineering (seals & shaft systems)
  • Interpreting technical drawings, documents, and reports
  • Global field service expertise (land & sea)
  • Military security clearance
  • Strong communication & problem-solving
  • Audit & safety compliance (ISO, QMS)
  • Technical staff mentoring
  • Calm under pressure

Project feedback

Cavitation Tunnel Installation DSME, South Korea, 2020, Your passion and enthusiasm has shone through… continued flexibility and constructive feedback appreciated. — Wärtsilä Global Manager 

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Stern Tube Repair, Taiwan, 2019, Highly satisfied… even under difficult circumstances. — Fleet Manager. https://www.doehle.de/

Timeline

Senior Engineer, Shaft Line Solutions Field Service

Wärtsilä UK Ltd.
11.2022 - 07.2025

Field Service Engineer, Shaft Line Solutions

Wärtsilä UK Ltd.
07.2020 - 11.2022

Field Service Engineer – Seals and Bearings

Wärtsilä UK Ltd.
12.2018 - 07.2020

Design Engineer – Seals and Bearings

Wärtsilä UK Ltd.
06.2013 - 12.2018

Design Draughtsman – Seals and Bearings

Wärtsilä UK Ltd.
07.2008 - 06.2013

Design Draughtsman

International Cooling Group
06.2002 - 07.2008

CAD Technician

Tyco / ADT Fire and Security
01.2002 - 06.2002

Draughtsman and Apprentice

James Hill Engineering
09.1995 - 01.2002

GCSEs & First Diploma - Engineering

01.1993 - 1 1994

City & Guilds - Fabrication & Welding, Part 2

BTEC Advanced GNVQ - Engineering

NVQ Level 3 - Refrigeration & Air Conditioning

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