Angelo Gobin
Claxton Bay,Couva/Tabaquite/Talparo
Summary
Eager to embrace new challenges to enhance expertise and contribute to organizational success.
Experienced with applying engineering principles to real-world problems, leading to impactful solutions. Utilizes analytical skills and technical knowledge to enhance operational efficiency. Track record of effective team collaboration and project completion.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Drilling and Well Integrity Engineer
Perenco T&T Limited
09.2022 - Current
- Developed and optimized well planning strategies, trajectory designs, and casing and cementing programs to enhance drilling efficiency and safety.
- Developed and implemented innovative technical solutions to enhance operational efficiency.
- Led engineering projects, ensuring adherence to safety and environmental regulations.
- Analyzed potential risks and developed targeted mitigation strategies to minimize drilling hazards while optimizing overall operational performance.
- Conducted assessments of BHA designs to facilitate procurement of essential drilling and workover equipment from suppliers.
- Analyzed and addressed operational challenges using advanced troubleshooting techniques to ensure sustained well integrity.
- Developed and managed comprehensive plans for tubing flowline x-mas solvent and acid pickles execution, ensuring adherence to safety and quality standards.
- Oversaw scheduling and execution of inspections and integrity assessments for wellhead x-mas tree and downhole well equipment, ensuring operational reliability and safety.
- Formulated and applied comprehensive preventative maintenance protocols to ensure optimal performance and reliability of wellhead and x-mas tree components.
- Analyzed root causes and conducted failure investigations to pinpoint well issues, implementing corrective measures to ensure long-term operational integrity.
- Collaborated with engineering teams to provide technical guidance during installation, testing, and commissioning of wellhead and x-mas tree equipment.
- Applied comprehensive industry best practices and regulatory guidelines to guarantee adherence to safety and environmental regulations.
- Designed and implemented training programs for operations personnel to deepen knowledge of wellhead and x-mas tree equipment and maintenance procedures.
- Coordinated procurement of spare parts, replacement components, and specialized tools from vendors and suppliers to enhance maintenance and repair efficiency.
Drilling and Completion Engineer
Trinity Exploration and Production
07.2018 - 09.2022
- Created detailed specifications for gravel pack and sand control trajectories, wellhead casing, and cement design to enhance drilling efficiency and safety.
- Analyzed hydraulic torque and drag parameters through simulations to inform engineering decisions.
- Executed comprehensive site assessments to evaluate feasibility and requirements for onshore drilling and reactivation wells.
- Directed drilling and completion operations onsite, facilitating effective communication among team members and stakeholders.
- Formulated detailed drilling and completion strategies to optimize performance in both conventional and highly deviated well operations.
- Collaborated with regulatory agencies to prepare and finalize documentation required for approval processes.
- Analyzed and documented cost estimates while overseeing operational cost tracking to ensure efficiency in drilling completion and abandonment operations.
- Conducted thorough reviews and generated weekly reports to capture key lessons learned and drive continuous improvement.
- Drafted and reviewed scope of works while providing critical support during tender evaluation phases.
- Evaluated equipment specifications and sourced drilling and well equipment to support new drilling operations and sidetracks.
- Executed comprehensive field assessments to evaluate opportunities for recompletion and reactivation of inactive wells.
- Oversaw coordination of equipment and personnel to support seamless rig operations.
- Assessed equipment condition during site visits to service companies, identifying maintenance needs and compliance issues.
- Managed partnerships with service companies to optimize delivery of specialized services and equipment.
- Coordinated efforts across departments to maintain compliance with HSSE regulations and streamline operational processes.
- Evaluated and analyzed KPIs during well operations to maintain adherence to compliance requirements.
- Analyzed procedural workflows to identify opportunities for improvement and implement necessary changes.
Operations Engineer
Trinity Exploration and Production
05.2016 - 07.2018
- Analyzed surface and well equipment conditions to recommend fit-for-purpose replacements that align with operational needs.
- Analyzed onshore and offshore well data to determine viable recompletion and reactivation opportunities, contributing to increased operational capacity.
- Conducted comprehensive design and testing requirements for lower completions, focusing on conventional highly deviated and horizontal wells in onshore and offshore projects.
- Executed comprehensive completion operations, ensuring effective perforation and implementation of upper and lower completions.
- Conducted comprehensive analysis and design of completion fluids tailored for both onshore and offshore oil well applications.
- Designed and evaluated workover options to enhance well performance and operational efficiency.
- Facilitated performance management sessions with operational teams to enhance production efficiency.
Completion/Petroleum Engineer II
Trinity Exploration & Production
06.2014 - 05.2016
- Created innovative rig-less system facilitating streamlined workover activities in offshore well environments.
- Created detailed specifications for well completion designs, focusing on both onshore and offshore RCP and ICP wells.
- Conducted detailed analysis and created tailored completion and workover plans for both offshore and onshore well operations.
- Conducted comprehensive quality control assessments for onsite completion and production operations, specifically targeting wire-line, thru-tubing TCP, and artificial lift installation processes.
- Conducted comprehensive reviews and modifications of standard operating procedures for workover rigs, achieving alignment with industry regulations.
- Analyzed and refined execution procedures, achieving a 15% decrease in workover expenses.
- Created strategic layout plans to facilitate effective execution of workover operations.
- Diagnosed issues and implemented optimization techniques on ESP sucker rod PCP gas lift wells to improve performance.
- Enhanced exploration success through comprehensive NRT and field evaluations. Improved decision-making by assessing uphole prospects in infill and existing wells. Achieved streamlined data analysis with the creation of correlation structures and bubble maps.
- Facilitated design development of wellheads in conjunction with service companies, ensuring alignment with industry standards.
- Achieved compliance by preparing and submitting regulatory forms including wo-1, wo-2, and drl-5. Enhanced operational efficiency through effective organization of documentation. Contributed to successful regulatory audits by ensuring timely and accurate form submissions.
- Formulated comprehensive checklists and standard operating procedures for workover and completion operations.
- Drafted detailed completion designs tailored for the specific requirements of Galeota exploration wells.
- Contributed to the evaluation process by developing detailed scopes of work for contracts.
Operations/ Integrity Engineer
Trinity Exploration & Production
02.2013 - 06.2014
- Developed detailed specifications for wellhead design and surface production systems, focusing on Christmas trees, valves, chokes, adapter flanges, and tubing hangers.
- Executed production monitoring and optimization strategies to enhance efficiency of ESP sucker rod gas lift and hydraulic pumping systems.
- Collaborated in the design process for artificial lift and surface production equipment to enhance operational efficiency.
- Evaluated current facility conditions and coordinated maintenance activities to support efficient operations of export and gathering stations.
- Analyzed project requirements to provide precise cost estimates and maintain effective cost tracking.
- Conducted thorough assessments and generated programs to optimize workover RCP and ICP operational processes.
- Analyzed and adjusted operational parameters of wells to improve output under artificial lift systems.
- Managed onsite supervision, focusing on key operational aspects of TCP AL FL.
- Facilitated timely delivery of equipment, supporting efficient execution of well operations.
- Compiled and analyzed daily production reports to ensure operational efficiency.
- Facilitated generation of lessons learned and conducted comprehensive after-action reviews.
- Conducted assessments and provided recommendations for rig selection tailored to specific offshore well requirements.
- Assisted in conducting project feasibility studies focusing on technical and economic aspects.
Drilling & Completion Engineer
Bayfield Energy
08.2011 - 02.2013
- Development/Brownfield Operations:
- Facilitated preparation of WO-1, WO-2, DRL-2, DRL-3, and DRL-5 for approval processes.
- Engineered detailed designs and drilling and completion programs, ensuring alignment with industry standards and best practices.
- Executed commissioning and optimization of wells utilizing artificial lift systems.
- Analyzed and reported on cost estimations and operational expenditures to support effective financial decision-making.
- Managed logistics coordination for well and rig operations.
- Analyzed well performance data and produced insightful reports for stakeholder review.
- Supported strategic planning and implementation of platform upgrades and maintenance initiatives.
- Developed comprehensive procedures for well testing and fluid level monitoring.
- Acquired drilling and completion equipment to enhance operational efficiency.
- Directed drilling and completion operations onsite, facilitating effective communication among team members and stakeholders.
- Diagnosed and resolved issues in production wells to ensure operational efficiency.
- Engaged with suppliers to engineer specialized equipment for efficient slanted wellhead operations.
- Greenfield/Exploration Operations:
- Spearheaded generation of operational programs and regulatory documents for AFES.
- Directed drilling operations onsite, focusing on compliance with safety protocols and project timelines.
- Collaborated in the preparation of daily drilling reports while monitoring and documenting cost expenditures.
- Compiled loadout listings and documented casing deck and run tallies.
- Executed thorough evaluations of well and section performance to enhance operational efficiency.
- Facilitated coordination of service equipment and personnel to enhance operational efficiency.
- Executed site visits to service companies for thorough equipment inspections prior to load-outs.
Education
MBA - Project Management & Corporate Innovation & Entrepreneurship
University of Bedfordshire
Luton, UK / Chaguanas, Trinidad08-2024
Bachelor of Science - Petroleum Engineering
University of Trinidad & Tobago
Point Lisas09-2010
Diploma - Petroleum Engineering
University of Trinidad & Tobago
Point Lisas09-2006
O & A Levels -
Naparima College
San Fernando09-2004
Skills
- Well integrity evaluation
- Drilling process optimization
- Completion techniques
- Production Engineering
- Operational team leadership
- Well troubleshooting
- Strategic planning
- Resource allocation
- Critical thinking
- Project management
- Project planning
- Data analysis
- Technical reporting
- System troubleshooting
- Root-cause analysis
Certification
- LinkedIn Short Courses: Body Language for Leaders, Communicating with Confidence, Creating Great Workplace Habits
- Supervisory Management
- BOSIET
- IWCF Well Control Level 4
- Defensive Driving
- First Aid & CPR
- Extended Reach and Complex Well Drilling Course (Merlin ERD)
- Sand Control Design (SLB)
- Well Completion System Design (Petrocompletions)
- Offshore Incident Emergency Management Training (KSCS)
- Sand Control Training (2021)
- Professional Member of Society of Petroleum Engineers
Additional Information
• LinkedIn Short Courses: Body Language for Leaders, Communicating with Confidence, Creating Great Workplace Habits
• Supervisory Management
• BOSIET
• IWCF Well Control Level 4
• Defensive Driving
• First Aid & CPR
• Extended Reach and Complex Well Drilling Course (Merlin ERD)
• Sand Control Design (SLB)
• Well Completion System Design (Petrocompletions)
• Offshore Incident Emergency Management Training (KSCS)
• Sand Control Training (2021)
• Professional Member of Society of Petroleum Engineers
Timeline
Drilling and Well Integrity Engineer
Perenco T&T Limited
09.2022 - Current
Drilling and Completion Engineer
Trinity Exploration and Production
07.2018 - 09.2022
Operations Engineer
Trinity Exploration and Production
05.2016 - 07.2018
Completion/Petroleum Engineer II
Trinity Exploration & Production
06.2014 - 05.2016
Operations/ Integrity Engineer
Trinity Exploration & Production
02.2013 - 06.2014
Drilling & Completion Engineer
Bayfield Energy
08.2011 - 02.2013
MBA - Project Management & Corporate Innovation & Entrepreneurship
University of Bedfordshire
Bachelor of Science - Petroleum Engineering
University of Trinidad & Tobago
Diploma - Petroleum Engineering
University of Trinidad & Tobago
O & A Levels -
Naparima College
SOFTWARE
- Casing Design: CDEx
- Well Planning: TL Longbow, Well Seeker Pro, Techdril DSP-1
- Torque and Drag: DEPRO, Techdril DSP-1
- Modelling: IPM Suite – Prosper, Gap, MBAL
- Other: SAP, ProdEval, Microsoft Office, PPS Smartview, Mind Genius, MFSizing, AutoCAD (Basic), Total Well Management, Access Database, C++ (Basic), Pascal, Visual Basic, Python (Beginner), Enterprise Asset Management (EAM).
Software Proficiencies
Casing Design: CDex
Well Planning: TL Longbow, Well Seeker Pro, Techdril DSP-1
Torque and Drag: DEPRO, Techdril DSP-1
Modelling: IPM Suite – Prosper, Gap, MBAL
Other: SAP, ProdEval, Microsoft Office, PPS Smartview, Mind Genius, MFSizing, AutoCAD (Basic), Total Well Management, Access Database, C++ (Basic), Pascal, Visual Basic, Python (Beginner), Enterprise Asset Management (EAM).