Cypress, Texas, United States
- Problem Solver: I provide solutions to complex problems. - Innovator: I have developed many novel solutions to meet design requirements. - Leader: I have been the leader of many large development projects.
I am a Senior Engineering Manager and Chief Engineer with a stable work history and history of innovation with thirty-seven years of experience in the Drilling and Well Logging industry. I am experienced in development, sustaining engineering, and technology support for operations and tool manufacturing. Specific tools include Wireline, LWD/MWD tools, Mud Motors, Rotary Steerable tools, adjustable stabilizers, telemetry tools including uplink and downlink systems. In the roles of Senior Manager and Chief Project Engineer, I have been responsible for overseeing technical staff and offering technical guidance and support. I am seeking an Engineering VP or Director position.
I am a very experienced mechanical engineer and manager that has worked in many areas of downhole tool development including wireline, LWD, MWD, mud motors, adjustable stabilizers, 2D and 3D rotary steerable tools, telemetry, downlink telemetry, etc. I have development and operations engineering experience. I have collaborated directly with customers on and off the rig. I also enjoy collaborating with people and have 18 years of managerial experience. I have a strong commitment to the oil field industry that has provided me with many career opportunities.
1) 2016 Co-authored SPE paper for IADC Conference. The presentation was for high DLS RSS success in Kuwait. 2) 2003 Presented a paper and did a speaking presentation at the AADE conference. The presentation was for Geo-Span downlink technology. 3) 1995 Passed PE exam and became a Registered Profession Engineer TX81033 4) 1991 Co-authored SPWLA paper for the High Frequency Dielectric wire line tool 5) 43 Issued US Patents: US6920085 US7980874 US8413325 US8434567 US8756807 US8844127 US8844648 US8993957 US9097100 US9268059 US9303506 US9650844 US9705235 US10280735 US10443318 US10465503 US10655447 US10914162 US11111730 US11193365 US11199087 US11248423 US11293230 US11299977 US11371334 US11408783 US11421481 US11421488 US11299977 US11408783 US11421481 US11512583 US11624239 US11643882 US11654506 US11680478 US11753928 US11795809 US11873715 US11913325 US11920457 US12060792 US12104466 US12123284 US12173586
Responsible for oversight of technical aspects of development projects for LWD/MWD tools, Mud Motors, and Rotary Steerables. I provide mentoring to other engineers and support development of technical competencies for technology personnel.
Responsible for oversight of technical aspects of development projects for LWD/MWD tools, mud motors, and rotary steerables. I provide mentoring to other engineers and support development of technical competencies for technology personnel. I am also capable of providing direct support where appropriate for development.
Responsible for oversight of technical aspects of directional drilling tools, MWD/LWD tools, and Downlink Telemetry across multiple product domains. My current role is Chief Global Advisor in the Systems Engineering group. In this capacity I am providing technical oversight to product development with consideration to all aspects that are relevant to the product and its system of interest.
In this role, I was tasked with diagnosing the steering issues of the RST tool and developing effective solutions to address the underlying problem. Additionally, I assumed the responsibility for managing the RST Technology personnel.
Led mechanical development for next-generation technologies, including the Nuclear Logging System (NLS), Inter-Connect, Electronics Packaging, and Impact Testing.
Oversaw reliability enhancements, conducted testing, and managed the commercial launch of the 5200 Geo-Pilot tool. During this time, I continued managing the Mechanical Test Lab (MTL).
1) Completed upgrades to the TRACS 2D rotary steerable tool. 2) Managed and developed the Geo-Span downlink telemetry system. 3) Developed the MRIL High Voltage battery system. 4) Developed the mechanical design for the Sperry M5 Resistivity tool. 5) Took over managing the Mechanical Test Lab (MTL) 6) Started mechanical development for next generation tools.
1) Developed the 4.75 Sealed Bearing Pack 2) Developed CV joints 3) Participated in rotor / stator development 4) Developed fully locking adjustable bend housings 5) Nov 1997 became the Engineering Manager for the Dynadrill group. In this capacity, I managed the Development and Operations engineering efforts. 6) Participated in merging Sperry and Halliburton technologies.