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Israel Gandara

Odessa,TX

Summary

Drilling Applications Engineer II with a background of three years encompassing sales, customer service, and engineering innovation. Facilitated growth across 40+ accounts by presenting strategic sales and engineering plans to senior management, aiming to enhance ROI and extend product lifespan. Achieved a 15-20% increase in sales efficiency through the redesign of product lines and the implementation of innovative drilling technologies.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Drilling Applications Engineer II

Ulterra Drilling Technologies
05.2025 - Current
  • Lead advanced drilling performance analysis in the Midland Basin, optimizing BHA design and drilling efficiency across multiple operators.
  • Provide technical guidance and mentorship to Applications Engineers and Field Engineers to improve service quality and client outcomes.
  • Partner directly with operators to design bit applications, achieving measurable ROP improvements and extended bit life in complex wells.
  • Collaborate with product development teams on new bit design initiatives, incorporating operator feedback to enhance adoption rates.

Drilling Applications Engineer I

Ulterra Drilling Technologies
02.2022 - 05.2025
  • Implemented innovative solutions that improved production efficiency, generating $2.1M in monthly revenue.
  • Conducted customer feedback analysis leading to a 20% increase in retention rates.
  • Spearheaded training for regional sales teams, improving sales efficiency by 15–20%.
  • Analyzed EDR data to identify downhole dysfunctions, extending BHA & bit life

Field Engineer Intern

Alamo Pressure Pumping
05.2020 - 07.2020
  • Built frac models using FieldPro to optimize decision-making, yielding a 15% production increase.
  • Improved communication frameworks, reducing response times and boosting crew efficiency.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Petroleum Engineering

UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS OF THE PERMIAN BASIN
Midland, TX
12-2021

Skills

  • Well drilling operations
  • BHA and drill bit optimization
  • Project coordination
  • Strategic business planning
  • Account relationship development
  • Tableau data visualization
  • Skilled in Microsoft Office tools
  • Statistical analysis
  • Coaching new engineering staff

Key Achievements

  • Drove $2.1M in monthly revenue growth by implementing drilling efficiency solutions in the Midland Basin.
  • Designed and launched a new drilling product adopted by operators, boosting operational efficiency and customer satisfaction.
  • Increased sales efficiency by 15–20% through strategic training and process improvements for regional teams

Timeline

Drilling Applications Engineer II

Ulterra Drilling Technologies
05.2025 - Current

Drilling Applications Engineer I

Ulterra Drilling Technologies
02.2022 - 05.2025

Field Engineer Intern

Alamo Pressure Pumping
05.2020 - 07.2020

Bachelor of Science - Petroleum Engineering

UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS OF THE PERMIAN BASIN