Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Certification
Timeline
Sea Experience Matrix
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Mandapalli Gautham Kumar

Visakhapatnam

Summary

Marine Engineer (Second Engineer) with over a decade of LNG/LPG fleet experience under Shell Ship Management. Specialized in LNG cargo re-liquefaction systems (Cryostar, Q-Max carriers), MAN B&W ME-C electronically controlled engines. Proven record of optimizing propulsion systems, reducing boil-off gas (BOG) losses, and maintaining 100% safety compliance. Skilled at troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, and leading multicultural teams. Seeking to leverage LNG expertise with MOL’s next-generation fleet (XDF, ME-GI, DFDE, ME-GA).

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Second Engineer

Shell Ship Management
01.2014 - 01.2025
  • Led engine room team for maintenance and troubleshooting.
  • Managed LNG propulsion systems and gas plant operations.
  • Ensured compliance with ISM, ISPS, MARPOL standards.

Gas Engineer

Shell Ship Management
01.2021 - 01.2022
  • Operated LNG cargo handling & gas systems.
  • Supported ME-C electronically controlled engine operations.

Third Engineer

Shell Ship Management
01.2018 - 01.2020
  • Supervised auxiliary engines, fuel changeover, emission compliance.
  • Assisted in ME-C engine overhauls and troubleshooting.

Fourth Engineer

Shell Ship Management
01.2014 - 01.2017
  • Machinery watchkeeping, fuel oil purifiers, boiler operations.
  • Built foundation in LNG & LPG vessel operations.

Education

B.E. - Marine Engineering

VELS University
01.2010

Skills

  • LNG Cargo Re-liquefaction (Cryostar Q-Max Ships)
  • Cargo Handling & BOG Management
  • Propulsion Systems & ME-C Engines
  • Preventive & Corrective Maintenance
  • Safety & Environmental Compliance (SIGTTO, ISGOTT, MARPOL)
  • Troubleshooting & Optimization
  • Dry-docking, Surveys & Audits
  • Team Leadership & Training

Accomplishments

  • Operated and maintained Cryostar LNG re-liquefaction plants on Q-Max carriers, reducing cargo losses.
  • Optimized BOG management, aligning efficiency with commercial/environmental goals.
  • Maintained 100% safety record with international LNG regulations.
  • Directed major maintenance and overhauls, minimizing downtime.
  • Trained junior engineers in LNG systems and safe operations.
  • Collaborated on audits, inspections, and dry-dock projects, ensuring compliance.

Certification

  • Marine Engineer Officer Class II COC – India (Valid 2027)
  • DCE – Liquefied Gas Endorsement – Mumbai MMD (Valid 2025)
  • US Visa (C1/D) – Valid until 2027
  • Specialized LNG Tanker Operations – MASSA, Mumbai
  • High Voltage Safety & Switchgear
  • STCW (PFFF, AFF, MFA, PST, PSCRB, PSSR, SSO)
  • LNG Cargo Handling & SIGTTO Familiarization
  • Engine Room Resource Management (ERM)
  • Ship Security Officer (SSO)

Timeline

Gas Engineer

Shell Ship Management
01.2021 - 01.2022

Third Engineer

Shell Ship Management
01.2018 - 01.2020

Second Engineer

Shell Ship Management
01.2014 - 01.2025

Fourth Engineer

Shell Ship Management
01.2014 - 01.2017

B.E. - Marine Engineering

VELS University

Sea Experience Matrix

COMPANY

VESSEL

VESSEL TYPE

FLAG

D.W.T ./ GRT

TYPE OF ENGINES

B.H.P

RANK

SIGN ON DATE

SIGN   OFF DATE

DURATION

A SHELL SHIP MANAGEMENT

LNGC AL MAFYAR

LNG

MARSHALL ISLANDS

130441/163922

MAN B&W ME-C

2X18940

2E

12/08/2023

13/11/2023

3M 1D

A SHELL SHIP MANAGEMENT

LNGC AL MAFYAR

LNG

MARSHALL ISLANDS

130441/163922

MAN B&W ME-C

2X18940

2E

03/02/2023

30/04/2023

2M 8D

A SHELL SHIP MANAGEMENT

LNGC AL MAFYAR

LNG

MARSHALL ISLANDS

130441/163922

MAN B&W ME-C

2X18940

2E

03/11/2022

23/12/2022

1M 6D

A SHELL SHIP MANAGEMENT

LNGC AL MAFYAR

LNG

MARSHALL ISLANDS

130441/163922

MAN B&W ME-C

2X18940

GAS ENGG

12/OCT/2022

02/11/2022

22D

A SHELL SHIP MANAGEMENT

MV MEKAINES

LNG

MARSHALL ISLANDS

130171/163922

MAN B&W ME-C

2X18940

GAS ENGG

16/07/2021

14/12/2021

5M

A SHELL SHIP MANAGEMENT

MV MEKAINES

LNG

MARSHALL ISLANDS

130171/163922

MAN B&W ME-C

2X18940

GAS ENGG

14/11/2020

31/03/2021

4M 5D

A SHELL SHIP MANAGEMENT

AL GHUWAIRIYA

LNG

MARSHALL ISLANDS

154940/168189

MAN B&W ME-C

2X19270

3E

04/11/2020

13/11/2020

9D

A SHELL SHIP MANAGEMENT

MV MOZAH

LNG

MARSHALL ISLANDS

130102/163922

MAN B&W ME-C

2X18915

3E

29/12/2019

18/06/2020

5M 7D

A SHELL SHIP MANAGEMENT

UMM SLAL

LNG

MARSHALL ISLANDS

130059/163922

MAN B&W ME-C

2X18940

3E

29/05/2019

24/09/2019

3M 9D

A SHELL SHIP MANAGEMENT

LNGC AL MAFYAR

LNG

MARSHALL ISLANDS

130441/163922

MAN B&W ME-C

2X18940

3E

08/11/2018

04/03/2019

3M 8D

A SHELL SHIP MANAGEMENT

AL SHEEHANIYA

LNG

MARSHALL ISLANDS

122006/136980

MAN B&W ME-C

2X16550

3E

09/03/2018

20/07/2018

4M 3D

A SHELL SHIP MANAGEMENT

AL GHASHAMIYA

LNG

MARSHALL ISLANDS

115771/135423

MAN B&W ME-C

2X16850

3E

26/05/2017

11/11/2017

5M 6D

A SHELL SHIP MANAGEMENT

AL KHATTIYA

LNG

MARSHALL ISLANDS

121946/136980

MAN B&W ME-C

2X16550

4E

20/10/2016

06/02/2017

3M 6D

A SHELL SHIP MANAGEMENT

AL SHEEHANIYA

LNG

MARSHALL ISLANDS

122006/136980

MAN B&W ME-C

2X16550

4E

23/12/2015

05/05/2016

4M 5D

A SHELL SHIP MANAGEMENT

SHAGRA

LNG

MARSHALL ISLANDS

143268/163922

MAN B&W ME-C

2X18940

4E

10/06/2015

23/09/2015

3M 5D

A SHELL SHIP MANAGEMENT

MV AL MAYEDA

LNG

MARSHALL ISLANDS

130298/163922

MAN B&W ME-C

2X18940

4E

22/09/2014

17/02/2015

4M 9D

SHIPPING CORPORATION OF INDIA

LPG/C ANNAPURNA

LPG

INDIAN REGISTER OF SHIPPING

17562.1/17778

MAN B&W SMC

9500

4E

30//07/2013

03/06/2014

10M 2D

SHIPPING CORPORATION OF INDIA

LPG/C ANNAPURNA

LPG

INDIAN REGISTER OF SHIPPING

17601/17778

MAN B&W SMC

9500

4E

18/01/2013

11/05/2013

3M 7D

Mandapalli Gautham Kumar