I can answer questions related to the technical issues associated with the drilling and completing of oil and gas wells; very familiar with the cementing process and LWD tools. Limited knowledge of mineral rights and/or royalties.
Twelve years working as an engineer in the industry both in the field and in the office. Field locations include offshore, land, and overseas. Office locations include Lafayette, LA and Houston, TX.
SPE, AADE, IADC, API, IEEE
SPE Drilling and Completion Magazine
-Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering, 1995 -Currently working on MBA, 2010 (anticipated)
Major and Independent Oil and Gas Companies.
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