Experience

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  EVA by Turing Analytics

  • Calgary, Alberta, Canada

  • Quality Assurance Analyst

    • Jan 2024 - Present
    • Calgary, Alberta, Canada

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  University of Calgary

  • Calgary, Alberta, Canada

  • Mechanical Eng Specialist /Project Manager /Data Analysis /Flow Analysis and Simulation /CAD Design

    • Jan 2018 - Mar 2023
    • Calgary, Alberta, Canada

    • Spearheaded a groundbreaking initiative to enhance heavy oil well production, achieving a remarkable 12% increase. Executed a $700,000 CAD Bio-Drag reducer injection project to optimize flow efficiency in partnership with the Mexican government. Produced bi-annual technical reports and delivered comprehensive presentations.• Pioneered the establishment of three core laboratories at the University of Calgary Pipeline Center. Led hydraulic design for experimental facilities, collaborated on the assembly and installation of mechanical equipment and authored safety procedures and risk assessments. Played a crucial role in maintaining these essential liquid pipeline facilities. Performed hydraulic analysis and calculations.• Facilitated the completion of research for at least three graduate students by designing and fabricating precision mechanical tools and apparatus, consistently upholding stringent quality control standards.• Improved the accuracy of fluid flow measuring systems by implementing optical non-intrusive methods. Investigated the dynamics of liquid-liquid and gas-liquid flows within vertical pipelines, including a Clean Technology Project focused on steam quality measurement.• Engineered a cost-effective solution by constructing a compact cluster from off-the-shelf computers, resulting in over a 10-fold acceleration in simulation time for extra fine vertical multiphase flow.

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  STEM Masters Tutoring

  • Calgary, Alberta, Canada

  • Independent Business Owner / Client Services

    • Jan 2014 - Mar 2023
    • Calgary, Alberta, Canada

    • Founded and established a successful tutoring business, creating a comprehensive business plan and building a clientele base of approximately 50 families within six months.• Empowered children and teenagers to achieve 2-3 point grade improvements and bolster their self-confidence through personalized in-person and online tutoring sessions, while creating customized study materials.

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  Schulich School of Engineering, University of Calgary

  • Calgary, Alberta, Canada

  • Mechanical Engineering Specialist / Fluid Flow Analysis / Non-intrusive Measurement / CAD Designer

    • Sep 2004 - Jan 2014
    • Calgary, Alberta, Canada

    • Facilitated over 10 lectures and laboratory sessions across various subjects, including Heat Transfer, Design and Communication, and Mechanics of Materials.• Conceptualized and constructed a multiphase flow facility for the study of horizontal fluid flow using state-of-the-art optical sensors to implement non-intrusive measuring systems.• Validated the efficiency of an innovative intensity reduction method for studying bubble flow through the development of a numerical model using MATLAB and C++.• Enhanced the educational experience for undergraduate students by delivering high-quality teaching, mentorship during laboratory sessions, and dedicated support through office hours.

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  Instituto Mexicano del Petróleo

  • Mexico City Area, Mexico

  • Junior Petroleum Engineer / Reservoir Simulation (ECLIPSE, CMG) / Project Management

    • Sep 2002 - Sep 2004
    • Mexico City Area, Mexico

    • Conducted PVT modelling for oil and gas wells in both onshore and offshore fields, collaborating with the Mexican Petroleum Institute and PEMEX. Collected critical oil production data to develop reservoir simulation models and long-term forecasts spanning 20+ years.• Collaborated in research and focus groups to evaluate Mexico's capabilities in exploring and developing new fields, including deep-water reserves.• Generated approximately 50 forecasting reports by contributing to multidisciplinary teams preparing various reservoir simulation modelling projects for PEMEX-managed oil and gas fields.• Managed five simultaneous projects, ensuring the delivery of project reports while meeting high client expectations and staying within budget constraints.• Improved oil production predictions by more than 20% in a mature oil field by developing an innovative permeability model, employing radio-tracer tests to stimulate fluid flow in the reservoir.

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  Facultad de Ingeniería de la UNAM

  • Mexico City, Mexico

  • Petroleum Engineering Teacher Assistant / Programming / Research

    • Jan 2002 - Jan 2003
    • Mexico City, Mexico

    • Led the creation and development of a computer laboratory for teaching software development and coding to more than 100 students, securing funds for all required equipment and fostering community relationships.• Enhanced the modelling of porosity and permeability in fractured reservoirs by pioneering a fractal methodology for more accurate numerical fluid flow simulations.• Played a pivotal role in increasing undergraduate student success by establishing a student center, delivering coding classes, and supporting software project development.