Reservoir Simulation Engineer

• Sep 2022 - Present

* Simulates complex in-situ upgrading technology (ISUT) in both greenfield and brownfield projects using CMG STARS* Currently performing reservoir simulation for the first SAGD-ISUTpilot project in Canada - Developed simulation plans for different stages prior to and after executing the pilot plan - Built a multi-component PVT using CMG WinProp to precisely model ISUT reactions for bitumen VR - Modeling wells from surface to bottom-hole using FlexWell to analyze heat and pressure loss, and to ensure uniforminjectivity of multiple fluids into a heterogenous reservoir using ICDs - Numerically tunes the STARS models with multi-component PVT, reactions, and FlexWell - Performing sensitivity analysis and forecast optimization studies using CMG CMOST* Studying cyclic ISUT in a greenfield project* Consolidates and verifies the experimental and simulation ISUT data from various works* Establishes procedures for the simulation studies* Develops and organizes database* Prepares and presents client technical meetings

Reservoir Simulation Engineer

• Feb 2022 - Aug 2022

PhD Candidate

• Jan 2016 - Sep 2022

Laboratory Supervisor

• Sep 2016 - Jan 2020

Enhanced Oil Recovery Lab, PI: Dr. Mingzhe Dong* Responsible for maintaining laboratory safety, performing inspections, and ensuring protocols were followed

Learning Assistant

• Jan 2019 - Apr 2019

* Provided individual support for engineering undergrads in Estimation & Statistical Testing and Thermodynamics courses

Teaching Assistant

• Sep 2016 - Apr 2019

* Taught a total of 4 semesters* Was TA for Statistics, Thermodynamics (2 semesters), and Engineering Design

Move Captain

• Aug 2016 - Sep 2016

* Coordinating laboratoty movement, Enhanced Oil Recovey Lab, PI: Dr. Mingzhe Dong

Reservoir Simulation Engineer

• Feb 2022 - Apr 2022

* Developed and analyzed closed-loop geothermal models using CO2 or water as the working fluid to turn the abandoned oil sands’ wells into the geothermal wells * Developed and analyzed closed-loop geothermal models using CO2 or water as the working fluid to turn the abandoned oil sands’ wells into the geothermal wells

Reservoir Simulation Intern

• May 2019 - Jan 2022

* Resolved 498 email/phone customer support cases for STARS, WinProp, CMOST, IMEX, GEM, Builder, Results, and CoFlow * Proficient in tuning of STARS and IMEX models * Actively collaborated with other colleagues - Exchanged ideas with team members to resolve complex cases and consulting projects cooperatively - Went above and beyond to create outstanding customer experiences by collaborating with the R&D and sales teams - Had ongoing correspondence with the R&D teams to improve user experience, enhance software performance, and test the software for suspected bugs and newly developed features * Passionate about teaching and presenting - Developed the “Underground Hydrogen Storage Using CMG” course - Taught CMG courses: Underground Hydrogen Storage Using CMG, Aquathermolysis Modelling Using CMG STARS, Introduction to Thermal EOR Modelling Using STARS, Introduction to CMG’s Modelling Workflows * Worked with full field assets (including reservoir, wells and surface facilities) * Led and performed CMG benchmarking for two general releases - Tested and analyzed the performance and accuracy of the newly released software * On the social committee, actively cultivated a positive workplace morale

Undergraduate Laboratory Instructor

• Jan 2014 - Jun 2014

* Drilling Fluid and Drilling Cement Laboratories

Reservoir Engineer

• Feb 2012 - Apr 2014

* Trained graduate students to perform various reservoir engineering experiments according to standard procedures, including: - Water flooding - Miscible and immiscible gas injection through core samples and sand packs - Live oil IFT measurement by pendant drop method - Steady-state and unsteady-state relative permeability measurement - Barite segregation (barite sag) measurement by sag test tube.* Advised graduate students in selecting viable reservoir engineering research topics* Prepared and delivered oral presentations to disseminate capabilities of the research center in the purpose of absorbing grant funds mainly for EOR research projects* Coordinated technologist in cooperation with machine workers to perform possible apparatus repair and maintenance tasks on campus* Organized the University’s booth and engaged with attendees at multiple oil & gas exhibitions

Study Group Organizer

• 2008 - 2009

* Provided a space for communication between undergrad and grad students * Organized professional presentations * Provided a space for communication between undergrad and grad students * Organized professional presentations

Internship

• Jun 2008 - Jul 2008

* 320 hours of training in the gas condensate PVT laboratory * Trained for recombination, the Constant Composition Expansion (CCE) experiment, and the Constant Volume Depletion (CVD) experiment * 320 hours of training in the gas condensate PVT laboratory * Trained for recombination, the Constant Composition Expansion (CCE) experiment, and the Constant Volume Depletion (CVD) experiment

Internship

• Jun 2007 - Jul 2007

* 160 hours of training on the work-over drilling rig on a gas well * Gained experience with fishing, milling and by-passing operations, as well as the kick control process * Witnessed several real kick control operations on the rig * 160 hours of training on the work-over drilling rig on a gas well * Gained experience with fishing, milling and by-passing operations, as well as the kick control process * Witnessed several real kick control operations on the rig