Geologist, Resource Evaluation, Reserves Unit 1 at Bureau of Ocean Energy Management, Department of Interior (2020-04 – 2025-09)
- Conducted Worst Case Discharge analyses for modeling oil spill discharge rates, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and minimizing environmental impact.
- Performed field study analyses to calculate reserves, accurately determining volumes of proven hydrocarbon accumulations and optimizing resource management.
- Assigned new completions to reservoirs and completed field studies/re-studies within the Gulf of Mexico basin, enhancing reservoir performance and increasing production efficiency.
- Utilized Petrel software to manage geological datasets and perform subsurface interpretations, contributing to the successful evaluation of new acquisition opportunities.
Geoscientist, Bay Marchand Assets at Cantium, LLC (2018-06 – 2019-06)
- Examined maps, depositional settings, and seismic data to determine the location, size, accessibility, contents, value, and potential profitability of remaining oil and gas deposits on GOM shelf asset, enhancing reservoir performance.
- Assessed reservoir characterization OIP volumes and reservoir quality via mapping and generation of updated subsurface models using Petrel, increasing production efficiency by 200%.
- Conducted petrophysical analysis of historic and new log data for inclusion in updated reservoir characterization, developing prospects and boosting production.
- Utilized Petrel software to manage geological datasets and perform subsurface interpretations, contributing to the successful evaluation of new acquisition opportunities.
Geologist, Western Region, Unitization at State of Louisiana, Department of Conservation, Oil & Gas Division (2017-12 – 2018-06)
- Reviewed and managed the Commissioner of Conservation's Orders for Oil and Gas Hearings, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and optimizing resource management.
- Conducted geological reviews and prepared unitization matters.
- Presided over weekly court proceedings to settle unitization of properties within compliance.
Senior Geologist, South American Assets at Gente Oil USA Exploration & Production (2015-12 – 2016-09)
- Examined maps, depositional settings, and seismic data to determine the location, size, accessibility, contents, value, and potential profitability of oil and gas deposits, enhancing reservoir performance.
- Assessed reservoir characterization OIP volumes and reservoir quality via mapping and generation of 3D earth models (Petrel), utilizing log, core, surveillance, production, and other data, increasing production efficiency.
- Conducted petrophysical analysis of historic and new log data for inclusion in property models for Simulation (Eclipse), contributing to the successful evaluation of new acquisition opportunities.
Development Geologist/Earth Scientist, SJVBU at Chevron North American Exploration & Production (2013-09 – 2015-11)
- Utilized Petrel software to manage geological datasets and perform subsurface interpretations, contributing to the successful evaluation of new acquisition opportunities.
- Assessed reservoir characterization OIP volumes and reservoir quality via mapping and generation of 3D earth models, increasing production efficiency by 200%.
- Provided geologic support for replacement wells, infill wells, and expansion wells, maximizing economic production and improving reserves recovery.
Formation Evaluation Advisor at Baker Hughes, Inc. (2012-03 – 2013-08)
- Prepared petrophysical data integration for detailed well investigations, enhancing reservoir performance and increasing production efficiency for clients.
- Interacted with clients to identify drilling program needs, scheduling advanced reservoir services, and ensuring satisfaction with services provided.
- Performed geological and geophysical interpretation using LWD and Wireline data acquisition, contributing to successful evaluations of new acquisition opportunities for clients.
Geoscientist, Reservoir Management Team: Long Beach Field at Signal Hill Petroleum, Inc. (2010-05 – 2011-11)
- Led development drilling and workover/recompletion programs, increasing production efficiency by optimizing well-path design and geochemical analysis.
- Managed 3D reservoir models using Petrel for geological subsurface mapping, ensuring continuous drilling opportunities and accurate reservoir characterization.
- Directed capital management and yearly budgeting, meeting AFE targets and enhancing resource allocation for drilling operations.
- Performed geochemical (GCMS and Isotope) analysis of petroleum for field characterization project (DOE grant with U.C.S.B.) to establish provenance of the Monterey Shale Formation as the recharge source for the California Pacific reserves.
Staff Geologist, Project Manager, Environmental Services Department at Professional Service Industries (2006-06 – 2008-07)
- Conducted Phase I and II environmental site assessments, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and due diligence.
- Performed property history research and field reconnaissance, including Texaco and Chevron stations, enhancing site evaluation accuracy.
- Trained and mentored junior engineering staff in safe site surveillance and sample collection, improving team efficiency.
Teaching Associate, Geological Sciences Department at California State University (2006-08 – 2009-06)
- Developed lab activities and assignments.
- Led and narrate field trips.
- Taught basic igneous, sedimentary, and metamorphic rock identification.
Construction Contract Manager, Aggregate Mining Operations at Atlas Sand & Rock, Inc. (2002-04 – 2005-12)
- Maintained rock washing plant/size sorting facility, ensuring optimal operation and compliance with industry standards.
- Prepared EIS (Environmental Impact Statements) for proposed mine areas, contributing to regulatory compliance and environmental stewardship.
- Successfully petitioned and changed City Zoning Ordinance for rock crushing facility relocation, enhancing operational efficiency and community relations.
Ballistics Inspection Technician/Quality Assurance, Centerfire Ammunition at ATK (Formerly Blount Sporting Equip., Inc.) (1994-12 – 2002-02)
- Conducted destructive ammunition testing, ensuring rigorous quality control and accurate reporting to line supervisors, improving quality control across component departments.
- Recorded and analyzed test results, contributing to ongoing quality assurance processes and reducing defects by 80%.
- Completed detailed reports on centerfire ammunition assembly, enhancing communication and operational efficiency.
