AY H AN E R
OU T F I T TI N G DE SI GN E N GIN E E R
- |-| Istanbul, Turkey | www.linkedin.com/in/ayhaner
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A degree in Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering has been earned, with expertise in ship design and retrofitting. Hands-on
involvement in design processes has demonstrated technical proficiency and the ability to deliver practical solutions. Experience in
collaborating with multinational teams under tight deadlines has built a strong foundation in problem-solving and attention to detail.
EDUCATION
Bachelor’s degree | Yildiz Technical University, Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering
Erasmus | Politechnica Gdanska, Ocean Engineering
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TECHNICAL SKILLS
Aveva Marine | AutoCAD & Plant 3D | Rhinoceros | Maxsurf | Navisworks | MS Office
LANGUAGES
Turkish — Native
English — C1/C2 (Full Professional Proficiency)
WORK EXPERIENCE
Siemens NX Sales Engineer | Bogazici Yazilim
08/2024- 04/2025
Managed key accounts for Siemens NX software, including leading companies in the aviation and defense industries,
ensuring strong client relationships and long-term collaboration.
Led high-impact product presentations, demos and technical consultations with a strong focus on digital twin and
advanced design solutions.
Negotiated contracts and proposals, driving successful deals and achieving new customer acquisitions in the Marmara
region.
Technical Sales Engineer | YAF Diesel Ship Spare Parts
01/2024- 08/2024
Managed international sales of ballast water treatment systems (BWTS) to shipowners across Europe, the Middle East,
and Turkey, supporting compliance with IMO regulations and strengthening long-term partnerships with regional fleets.
Expanded spare parts sales portfolio, achieving a 15% increase over a 6-month period through proactive client
engagement, tailored technical solutions, and efficient after-sales support.
Piping Design Engineer | Sedef Shipyard
08/2023- 12/2023
Contributed to piping design packages for a container vessel under construction at the shipyard, delivering 3D designs of
systems such as ballast, fresh water, and air vent in compliance with class and yard standards.
Prepared fabrication drawings, isometrics, and spool drawings, ensuring accurate documentation to support production.
Generated material lists (valves, flanges, fittings, etc.) for the procurement department and actively participated in
meetings with suppliers to align technical specifications.
Performed clash checks and coordinated with other disciplines, securing seamless integration of piping systems
throughout the vessel.
Outfitting Design Engineer | SEFT Engineering
11/2020- 08/2023
Delivered 3D modeling, P&IDs, and fabrication drawings for DIMDEG, KPS1 (Powership), AES68 Yacht, and ICDAS 4500
DWT Tanker as an Outfitting Engineer using Aveva Marine, Rhino, GstarCAD, and Navisworks.
Onboard surveys, 3D scanning, and retrofit modeling were conducted in Turkey, the Netherlands, Egypt, Sudan, and
Indonesia, with P&ID revisions, pressure drop calculations, and class documentation produced.
Instrumentation coordination, modeling, schematic preparation, documentation, and system integration were
supported for the Filyos Natural Gas Facility Project at Ronesans Holding, Ankara, under the agreement with Seft, using
Aveva PDMS.
VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE
Chairman | Social Activities Commission | Chamber of Naval Architects and Marine Engineers (GMO)
Founding Member | Young Naval Architects Commission | Chamber of Naval Architects and Marine Engineers (GMO)
