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Brandon Stephens

Houston,TX

Summary

Striving to excel in the data driven and social networking aspects of today’s geologist.

Qualified Geologist/Data Analyst with strong background in monitoring systems and processes. Successfully implemented strategies that enhanced operational efficiency and compliance. Demonstrated analytical skills and effective problem-solving abilities in diverse environments.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Well Monitoring Specialist

SLB
03.2023 - Current
  • Relocated my primary residence within a close proximity to bp’s office without expensing to employer saving them commuting/traveling costs
  • Monitor 2-3 offshore drilling rigs simultaneously in the Gulf of Mexico to ensure compliance with bp’s well monitoring matrix
  • Maintain excellent communication with rig personnel on site regarding operations
  • Attend daily rig operations, subsurface team, and completion team meetings within bp
  • Analyze trends based on real time data feed and report to bp’s Wellsite Leader for any concerns
  • Collaborate with on-site IT consultants and lesion with Schlumberger to troubleshoot data transmission issues
  • Successfully completed TechLog certification for Geomechanics and Maersk MPD certification

Data Analyst

SLB-Geoservices
10.2021 - 03.2023
  • Gather and process various data parameters from WITSML in .las, .csv, .txt, etc.
  • Helped facilitate remote operations on wellsite with bp’s Remote Collaboration Center
  • Ensure all data monitoring systems, servers, computers, and acquisition equipment was running properly
  • Calibrate gas chromatographs as per SLB procedure
  • Mentor junior Geoservices mud loggers and sample catchers

Mud Logging Analyst

SLB-Geoservices
07.2017 - 10.2021
  • Performed maintenance and repairs on various equipment to cut down on costs of personnel/shipping expenses
  • Voluntarily provided my own transportation for crew change during COVID to cut costs
  • Logged 3 exploratory/wildcat wells
  • Collaborated with sample catching staff and wellsite staff in verifying the correct number of samples, preparations, and storage of cutting samples along with drilling fluid samples
  • Calibrated wellbore and annular rigs sensors to ensure the integrity of data collected
  • Collaborated with operations personnel on offshore wellsite notifying appropriate personnel of any discrepancies

Geological Lab Technician

Furgo Land
11.2016 - 07.2017
  • Prepare soil specimens for various ASTM tests and procedures
  • Perform various tests and procedures in accordance with ASTM standards
  • Tests included hydrometer readings, specific gravity, salt content, organic content, tube logs, and thermal conductivity
  • Assist senior lab technicians with other duties as needed

Remote Logging Geologist

National Oilwell Varco
10.2014 - 07.2016
  • Initiated a quality control standard that was implemented within 6 months of hire
  • Wrote the majority of the SOP’s for NOV Geological Services
  • Aided in business development strategies for NOV Geological Services
  • Maintained an 80% in target percentage in well navigation
  • Our group collaborated with field service technicians to ensure gas detection equipment was working properly and notified them of any issues
  • ~20 wells navigated in the Delaware Basin of West Texas though use of gamma signatures correlated with those of offset wells (500’-5mi. offset distances)

Field Geologist

Nomac Drilling
03.2013 - 10.2014
  • Submitted a Hydrogen Sulfide research project to educate and ensure safety while on the drilling rig
  • Install, maintain, and troubleshoot all field equipment used in mud logging operations
  • Created a pre-spud well plan including calculation of expected formation tops vs. operator’s geological prognosis
  • Created mitigation plans for variable geological conditions
  • Maintained an open line of communication to operations geologist for any important information pertaining to the well

Education

B.S. - Geology

Northern Illinois University
DeKalb, IL
12.2011

A.A.S - General Studies

William Rainey Harper College
Palatine, IL
05.2008

Skills

  • Remote support
  • Software installation
  • Log analysis
  • Application support
  • Real time monitoring
  • Multi-disiplinary team support

Certification

IADC-Supervisor Drilling Operations, Surface/Subsea, Workover Completions


Maersk-MPD Operations Training


Timeline

Well Monitoring Specialist

SLB
03.2023 - Current

Data Analyst

SLB-Geoservices
10.2021 - 03.2023

Mud Logging Analyst

SLB-Geoservices
07.2017 - 10.2021

Geological Lab Technician

Furgo Land
11.2016 - 07.2017

Remote Logging Geologist

National Oilwell Varco
10.2014 - 07.2016

Field Geologist

Nomac Drilling
03.2013 - 10.2014

B.S. - Geology

Northern Illinois University

A.A.S - General Studies

William Rainey Harper College

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