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Ravi Kumar Kotha

Ravi Kumar Kotha

Hyderabad

Summary

With a robust background at Saturn Energy Solutions for Oil & Gas, I excel in leading multidisciplinary teams and forging global business alliances. My expertise in geosciences consultancy, coupled with effective problem resolution and strategic networking skills, has significantly contributed to pioneering data science applications in the oil and gas sector.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience

Work History

Head of Geosciences Team

Saturn Energy Solutions for Oil & Gas
Hyderabad
05.2010 - Current
  • Company Overview: Saturn Energy Solutions for Oil & Gas is a geosciences consultancy firm in India that offers various consultancy services related to domain-based data science and analytics, G&G, and reservoir engineering.
  • Collaborated with a multidisciplinary team to deliver technical service projects efficiently.
  • Established exclusive business alliances for India and neighboring regions with multiple global companies.
  • Comprised distinct technologies from Terra Energy & Resource Technologies Inc., NY, USA.
  • Delivered training and technical consultancy services at Reservoir IntelliLogic LLC, Houston, USA.
  • Provided comprehensive support for GeoTeric software at ffA-Geosciences, UK.
  • Website: www.saturnenergy.com.

Current Job Profile:

  • Directed collaboration among interdisciplinary team members.

Recent projects include:

  • Executed project focused on interpreting AI-driven models, G&G data, seismic findings, and petrophysical analysis for a Tasmanian block.
  • Analyzed seismic data and geological models of Assam Arakan basin to ensure accuracy in STeP results.
  • Conducted geomorphological feature extraction and seismic attribute analysis on a Mercator Petroleum block in the Cambay basin with GeoTeric.
  • Integrated results with Terra Energy's STeP findings to enhance confidence in STeP analysis outcomes for NNPC.
  • Conducted a two-week training course on Geology and Geophysical studies in Oil & Gas exploration for professionals of the Nigerian National Oil Company at Terra Energy's New York office.
  • Collaborated with Terra Energy to assess drilling potential in specific Tennessee blocks.
  • Led online data room consultation for evaluation of a Kazakhstan block in the Pre-Caspian basin.
  • Joined as co-instructor with Reservoir IntelliLogic LLC for January 2014 Shale Gas training.
  • Executed a demo project for Deep Industries on 2D seismic data.
  • Performed detailed assessment of petrophysical data from 700 Kuwaiti wells for KOC through collaboration with Terra Energy & Resource Technologies Inc.
  • Analyzed 2D seismic data to derive geological interpretations in Austral Basin, Argentina.
  • Provided live project assistance and support to Carin India Ltd. in utilizing GeoTeric Software.
  • Delivered pilot projects to ONGC, Oil India Ltd., and Reliance Industries Ltd. using GeoTeric Software.
  • Worked with Epsur on interpreting geological characteristics using integrated seismic and well data.
  • Collaborated as co-instructor for Shale Gas training course at ONGC Academy through Reservoir IntelliLogic LLC in September 2012.
  • Collaborated with Reservoir IntelliLogic LLC to coordinate a two-day EOR training course in Goa in October 2012.
  • Conducted 2D seismic data analysis to identify hydrocarbon prospects in the Colhue Huapi block, Gulfo San Jorge basin, Argentina for Terra Energy.
  • Conducted petrophysical analyses of wells in Austral Basin for YPF in Argentina.
  • Identified optimal locations for seismic acquisition in Mali for Moh Oil.
  • Prepared detailed report on farm-in block in Angola for Moh Oil.
  • Conducted pilot project for Heramic utilizing 3D seismic dataset and petrophysical analysis in Cambay Basin.
  • Performed 3D seismic interpretation, advanced geophysical analyses such as inversion, and multi-seismic attribute studies for Selan Exploration Technology Ltd.
  • Organized a 3-day training course on the basic fundamentals of seismic interpretation in Hyderabad, through Mr. NC Nanda (ex-ONGC) in the year 2011.
  • Evaluation of a CBM block for reserve estimations in Andhra Pradesh for Reliance Natural Resources Ltd.
  • Seismic data digitization and processing for a client in the UK.

Consultant

Vandana Enterprises, Ansmita Oil & Gas, Auros Energy, Moh Oil
01.2008 - Current
  • Worked as on call consultant for Interpretation of 2D & 3D seismic data, Well Data & petrophysical studies, Inversion modeling using HRS, basic reservoir engineering aspects, Gravity & Magnetic data interpretation, data room consultancy services, Reserve Estimates
  • Recent projects include: Data room consultancy for 3 blocks in Cambay basin for Selan through Ansmita Oil & Gas, Gabon - Data room visiting and preparation of report on the prospects for selected block for Moh Oil, 3D Seismic data Interpretation and Prospect identification for 2 blocks in Cambay Basin for Ansmita Oil & Gas

Business Development Manager (G&G)

Swift Energy Pvt. Ltd.
Noida
04.2009 - 04.2010
  • Company Overview: Website: www.swiftenergy.co.in
  • Website: www.swiftenergy.co.in

Business Development Manager (G&G)

PetroTiger
01.2009 - 04.2010
  • Worked for PetroTiger (Colombia) as a Business Development Manager (G&G) for India
  • Associated with PetroTiger Ltd (Bogota, Colombia) in presenting various services (Well Testing, Wireline Logging, Production Testing, Geochemical Lab services, Enhanced Oil Recoveries, Engineering and Infrastructure design and building services, etc), Savanna Energy Limited (Calgary, Canada) in presenting CTU Drilling and Conventional Drilling services, Neptune Subsea As (Norway) in presenting ROV's and trenches, Prime Tubular (Canada) in promoting special metallic alloy coating on Tubulars and Affluent Capital (Canada) in promoting various Geological and Geophysical Services (Modeling, Processing, G&G, Petrophysical and Reservoir analysis and interpretation)

Jr. Geoscientist

Selan Exploration Technology Limited
Gurgaon
03.2008 - 10.2008
  • Company Overview: An E&P company operating in some of the fields of Cambay Basin in INDIA
  • My job responsibility is to associate with G&G team in interpretation and Modeling of Geo-cellular models, in determination of various Stratigraphic and Structural feature using Seismic Stratigraphy, Sequence Stratigraphy, Reflection character analysis, Attribute Analysis and with all other available tools
  • To delineate Reservoir boundaries and estimation of reserves
  • Petrophysical Interpretation, Fence diagrams and correlation of wells within the reservoir, for identification of prospective zones, so as to enhance the reserves in the area by utilizing various EOR techniques
  • Modeling and Interpretation of data with advanced Geophysical techniques like AVO & Inversion modeling, 4D & Shear wave seismic etc
  • Associated as a drilling supervisor / company man during drilling and work over program, at Ahmedabad - Meshana Block of Cambay Basin
  • An E&P company operating in some of the fields of Cambay Basin in INDIA

Internship Trainee Geologist

Prize Petroleum Company Ltd.
Gurgaon
04.2007 - 02.2008
  • Had exposure to various available Softwares and was associated in interpretation of various data that was available
  • Involved in creating technical database for the company, where the information on various blocks of India and the scope of Hydrocarbon occurrences and its reserves has been created
  • Involved as a geologist for South Rewa Basin, in interpretation of the prospects for the exploration of Hydrocarbons
  • Involved in identifying Hydrocarbon prospects of various Australian Basins, such as Benoparate, Gibbs Land, Carnarvon, Canning Basins, etc
  • Also associated with HSE team in creating HSE Policy, SOP and PPE
  • Analyzed seismic data using specialized software programs.
  • Assisted in the collection and analysis of geological samples from field sites.
  • Put together accurate and timely reports to comply with client protocols and government requirements.
  • Adhered to safety practices during assessments and digging to protect personnel and equipment.
  • Performed data entry for geological information into GIS systems.
  • Participated in mapping projects to identify potential resources and hazards.
  • Performed site suitability studies while successfully overseeing personnel.
  • Provided technical support to geologists during fieldwork operations.
  • Conducted geological studies to provide information for use in regional development, site selection, or development of public works projects.
  • Prepared detailed reports summarizing geologic findings.
  • Developed models to predict subsurface structures and formations.
  • Analyzed geochemical and geophysical data to predict future seismic, volcanic and gravitational happenings.

Administrator and application developer

CAT Academy
01.2001 - 12.2003
  • Worked for CAT Academy in creation of GIS and cartography resource maps of some parts India using AutoCAD and ArcGIS

Education

M.Tech - Petroleum Exploration

Andhra University
01.2007

M.Sc. - Applied Geology

Osmania University
01.2006

Skills

Seismic modeling and interpretation software

  • Schlumberger Petrel
  • SMT Kingdom Suite
  • DSG
  • Geographix
  • Petromod

Seismic attribute-based software

  • GeoTeric
  • Attribute Studio

Inversion and AVO Software

  • Hampson Russell
  • Jason Workbench

Petrophysical Application

  • Petrolog
  • Interactive Petrophysics
  • Geolog

Industry-based other software

  • Neura Log
  • WellFlow
  • Eclipse Office
  • OFI
  • Vista and Omini 3D
  • Trap Tester

Data Science Applications

  • R Programming
  • Python
  • Tableau
  • Strategic Networking Skills
  • Reliable Team Player
  • Proficient in Organization
  • Interpersonal Awareness
  • PPE Safety Compliance

Accomplishments

  • Executive member for Osmania Geology Alumni Association (OGAA), OU.
  • Member of AAPG, SPE and Life member of SPG-INDIA.
  • Attended various training courses and Oil & Gas conferences in INDIA.
  • Possess Certificate for Fieldwork on Gold Deposits of Karnataka, from GSI, Operations - Karnataka & Goa.
  • 10 days Field program on K-G Basin from ONGC Rajahmundry.

Officeemail

ravi@saturnenergy.com

Passportexpiry

09/20/33

Countriesvisited

  • USA
  • UK
  • Gabon
  • Thailand
  • Srilanka
  • Nigeria
  • Indonesia

Languagesfluent

  • English
  • Hindi
  • Telugu

References

More references available on request.

Hobbies and Interests

  • Swimming
  • Collecting Minerals
  • Gemstones
  • Books related to Petroleum Exploration
  • Geology
  • Geophysics

Disclaimer

I hereby declare that the above-mentioned details are true and more detailed information can be sent as per the request.

Additionaltechnicalqualifications

  • 1999, GIS, Software applications, Hardware & Networking, Worked for CAT Academy, as a Administrator and application developer.
  • 1995, Diploma in Gemology, Worked for Hyderabad Institute of Gem & Jewellery as a Faculty.
  • 2004, Oracle DBA - 9i, Got trained at SQL Star for 6 months.
  • 2020, Master in Data Science, Achieved certificates in R, Python, Machine Learning, Tableau and Hadoop from Simpli Learn.

Personal Information

  • Passport Number: Y 9641078
  • Father's Name: K. Gopala Krishna
  • Date of Birth: 10/24/77
  • Gender: Male
  • Nationality: INDIAN
  • Marital Status: Married

Timeline

Head of Geosciences Team

Saturn Energy Solutions for Oil & Gas
05.2010 - Current

Business Development Manager (G&G)

Swift Energy Pvt. Ltd.
04.2009 - 04.2010

Business Development Manager (G&G)

PetroTiger
01.2009 - 04.2010

Jr. Geoscientist

Selan Exploration Technology Limited
03.2008 - 10.2008

Consultant

Vandana Enterprises, Ansmita Oil & Gas, Auros Energy, Moh Oil
01.2008 - Current

Internship Trainee Geologist

Prize Petroleum Company Ltd.
04.2007 - 02.2008

Administrator and application developer

CAT Academy
01.2001 - 12.2003

M.Tech - Petroleum Exploration

Andhra University

M.Sc. - Applied Geology

Osmania University
Ravi Kumar Kotha