Hamood Meraj

Consultant specializing in digital transformation for upstream oil & gas, with 15+ years of experience delivering data aggregation, management, and visualization solutions. Proven expertise in advising operators on digital workflows, implementing real-time data platforms, and improving decision-making through data governance and visualization. Skilled at engaging with executive stakeholders, gathering business requirements, and leading projects from design to adoption. Recognized for helping global energy companies improve operational efficiency, reduce downtime, and accelerate digital adoption.

Key Skills

• Digital Transformation Advisory | Data Management & Governance | Data Aggregation & Integration
• Real-Time Data Solutions | Subsurface & Drilling Workflows | Digital Well File Lifecycle
• Visualization Tools (Power BI, Spotfire, PetroVue Viewer, Coral) | Dashboard & Reporting Solutions
• Consulting Engagements | Requirements Gathering | Solution Design & Implementation
• Project & Change Management | UAT & Training | Client Success & Stakeholder Engagement
• Enterprise SaaS | Agile & Iterative Delivery | Post-Implementation Enhancements

Consultant – Digital Transformation (Oil & Gas) | Present

• Provide advisory services to operators and technology vendors on data aggregation, management, and visualization strategies.
• Support clients in evaluating, selecting, and implementing digital solutions for real-time data management and subsurface workflows.
• Deliver consulting workshops on data governance, metadata standards, and best practices in digital file management.
• Develop proof-of-concepts and solution frameworks that enable faster adoption of digital platforms.
• Technology adoption, Edge computing utilization for WITSML data aggregation on site. Connectivity between various equipment at site to meet sustainability goals. 

Product Manager – Petrolink International Ltd (Jan 2023 – Aug 2025)

• Owned product strategy for enterprise SaaS solutions (Digital Well File, PetroVue Real-Time Viewer, RigChat, Coral), supporting digital transformation of upstream workflows.
• Advised clients on data governance frameworks, real-time data aggregation, and visualization solutions tailored to drilling optimization and subsurface management.
• Translated business requirements into consulting deliverables: process maps, data flows, and integration designs.
• Delivered client workshops, technical training, and adoption programs, ensuring smooth implementation and customer success.

Regional Account Manager –Petrolink International Ltd (Oct 2021 – 2023)

• Acted as primary liaison between clients (Aramco, ADNOC, bp, Halliburton, Equinor) and internal product/engineering teams.
• Conducted requirement definition workshops; delivered process flows, integration maps, and structured documentation for enterprise projects.
• Supported user acceptance testing (UAT), ensuring delivered solutions matched requirements and compliance needs.
• Helped maintain long-term client relationships through post-implementation enhancements and upgrades.

Project Country Manager – Petrolink International Ltd (Oct 2019 – Oct 2021)

• Delivered end-to-end deployment of big data infrastructure for Saudi Aramco’s real-time drilling data aggregation and analysis.
• Led initiatives to optimize directional drilling performance through data analytics and workflow enhancements.
• Acted as primary liaison for technical sales, client training, and field support during drilling operations.

Service Delivery & Project Manager - Petrolink International Ltd (Jun 2016 – Oct 2019)

• Supported drilling optimization projects including connection time reduction, tripping time optimization, and torque & drag analysis.
• Delivered technical presentations and field training for real-time monitoring applications to drilling and petroleum engineers.
• Developed workflows for hazard identification and mitigation, improving drilling efficiency and safety.

Operations Support & Field Engineer – Petrolink International Ltd (Jun 2010 – Jan 2014)

• Provided real-time drilling support at rig sites, ensuring optimal performance of data acquisition systems.
• Coordinated with LWD/MWD teams to monitor drilling parameters and recommend optimization strategies.

Bachelor of Computer Sciences