Kristján Bjorgvin Bragason

Kristján Bjorgvin Bragason has a diverse work experience in the maritime and engineering fields. Kristján Bjorgvin started their career in 2000 as a Marine Engineer at Eimskip, where they were responsible for the daily operation of a large engine room. Kristján Bjorgvin worked in this role until 2004.

In 2005, Kristján worked as a Marine Engineer for various companies, filling in for temporary assignments ranging from 2-3 months. Kristján Bjorgvin sailed in the North Sea and the South China Sea as a 1st Engineer in a geothermal power plant.

From 2011 to 2013, they worked at DONG Energy as an Electrical Engineer and later became a Technical Supervisor until 2015. Kristján Bjorgvin'sresponsibilities included project work, coordination, and general assistance in the electrical and automation department.

In 2015, Kristján returned to Eimskip as a Marine Engineer and served until 2016. Kristján Bjorgvin'sduties included managing the day-to-day operations of the engine room and handling preventive and responsive maintenance.

Kristján Bjorgvin then joined Landsvirkjun in 2016 as a Technical Support Engineer, covering both electrical and mechanical engineering. Kristján Bjorgvin provided daily support to the operation site team for hydro power plants in the Icelandic highlands.

Since 2019, Kristján has been working at Eimskip as a Chief Engineer on a container ship, crossing the Atlantic Ocean. Kristján Bjorgvin is also an Electrician trainee at Eimskips Reykjavík Terminal Electrical workshop, gaining experience for the journeyman's certification test.

In summary, Kristján Bjorgvin Bragason has a strong background in maritime engineering, with experience in technical support, supervision, and project coordination.

Kristján Bjorgvin Bragason has a strong educational background in engineering. Kristján Bjorgvin completed their Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering at DTU - Technical University of Denmark from 2005 to 2009. Following this, they pursued a Master of Science in Electrical Engineering at the same institution from 2009 to 2011.

Before their studies at DTU, Kristján attended the Marine Engineering College of Iceland from 1993 to 1999, where they obtained a degree in Marine Engineering, specializing in Mechanical and Electrical engineering.

In terms of additional certifications, Kristján obtained a Chief Engineer III/2 STCW95 certification from the International Maritime Organization in August 2004. Kristján Bjorgvin also holds a Journeyman's Certificate in Industrial Mechanics from the Ministry of Industry, which they acquired in September 1999.

Apart from their formal education, there is a mention of Kristján attending the Hørsholm Folkehøjskole; however, no specific details about the duration or degree obtained were provided.