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Austin, Texas, United States

Developed a custom Python application to streamline data integration and analysis processes specifically for oil and gas exploration. The application reads multiple Excel spreadsheets, cleans inconsistencies, handles missing data, and merges them into a unified dataset. Leveraged machine learning techniques, such as anomaly detection and data imputation, to identify outliers and fill in missing values, ensuring data accuracy and integrity.The solution also filtered the dataset to identify scenarios such as drilling opportunities, including instances where unperforated pipe extends through reservoirs with an oil-water contact below its elevation. By automating these processes, the software significantly improved decision-making efficiency for exploration and reservoir management.Key Contributions- Created a data processing pipeline for merging and cleaning disparate data sources.- Utilized machine learning models for anomaly detection and data imputation.- Developed algorithms to identify drilling opportunities and reservoir management scenarios.- Provided ongoing consultation on Python software development and machine learning integration for optimal project outcomes.This role combined geoscience expertise with advanced Python development skills to effectively automate complex data workflows, significantly enhancing operational efficiency in the oil and gas sector.

Kuwait City

I worked as the Senior Geological/Geomodelling Consultant for the Kuwait Oil Company on the Kuwait Integrated Digital Field Project(KwDIF). My role focused on advising on PETREL geocellular modeling and ensuring its effective implementation for real-time reservoir management.Main Contributions:- Assisted in designing, installing, and testing PETREL plug-ins for customized workflows.- Maintained the official Burgan Field PETREL model in collaboration with the Institute Du Francais Petrol.- Mentored staff on using PETREL to display 3D reservoir parameters.- Responded to management requests, including model updates, reserves estimates, and data integration.- Recommended computer hardware upgrades to support modeling requirements.

Dhahran, Saudi Arabia

Participated in a five-year project to develop a high-definition zonation of the Arab Formation using carbonate sequence stratigraphy. Collaborated with universities and geological institutions to create a regional correlation framework for the Jurassic Arab evaporite/carbonate cycles, integrating data from over 1,000 wells. This study enhanced the understanding of basin geometry, leading to more effective well placement, logging, and coring programs, ultimately optimizing production behavior.

Dhahran, Saudi Arabia

Served as a technical advisor and mentor on geological aspects of drilling operations, reservoir simulation, and 3D seismic for the Ghawar and Abqaiq fields. Provided expertise on technical and contractual aspects of reservoir studies and contributed to one- and five-year corporate business plans. Documented best practices for reservoir operations as part of an integrated team.

Dhahran, Saudi Arabia

Promoted for leadership and innovation in reservoir studies, drilling operations, and reserves estimation. Oversaw drilling programs for up to 10 rigs simultaneously and coordinated reservoir studies using geological and seismic data. Managed outsourced studies with major companies such as Exxon and Chevron. Led initiatives in fracture modeling, horizontal drilling, and 3D seismic to improve reservoir simulations and production predictions. Successfully administered a re-zonation study of the Ghawar Arab-D reservoir, enhancing reliability in simulation models.

Dhahran, Saudi Arabia

Supervised Marjan and Zuluf fields and maintained operations during the Gulf War. Constructed the first 3D geocellular model for the Marjan Field. As lead geocellular modeler, consolidated Ghawar and Abqaiq models, introduced an update procedure that improved efficiency, and significantly reduced time for reserves updates. Provided expertise to the Saudi Aramco Reserves Committee on reserves exceeding 150 billion barrels.

Dhahran, Saudi Arabia

Worked as an Assistant Party Chief on a seismic crew on the North Slope, Alaska, and served as well-site geologist for onshore and offshore projects in Dhahran, Saudi Arabia. Responsibilities included coring, logging supervision, seismic interpretation, and data quality control.

Bachelor'S Degree, Geology & Geophysics

Modern Reservoir Modeling

PGE 337 - Introduction to Geostatistics: A GEO 371T - Python in Geoscience Research: C GEO 371C - Guided Research Project: A PGE 379.