Shashi Shekhar
Summary
Drilling Performance Engineer with 6+ years of experience in upstream oil and gas operations. Expertise in real-time optimization and AI-driven analytics to enhance drilling efficiency. Proven track record in performance monitoring and data analysis to drive operational improvements.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Drilling Performance Engineer
NOV Inc.
08.2024 - Current
- Drive real-time drilling optimization by leveraging NOV's AI-powered software to monitor performance KPIs and detect early dysfunction signals.
- Validate AI model outputs (e.g., Stuck Pipe Risk, Abnormal Pressure Loss, Washout) and integrate insights into drilling plans and execution strategies.
- Support tenders and technical bids by executing POC trials and presenting drilling analytics results to clients in India and the Middle East.
- Conduct playback analysis of historical wells to detect drilling dysfunctions using advanced AI tools.
- Collaborate with drilling engineers, field crews, and software teams to enhance model accuracy and solution adoption.
Lead M/LWD Engineer
Halliburton Inc.
02.2022 - 08.2024
- Delivered high-quality LWD services, generating accurate real-time logs (Gamma, Resistivity, Density, Porosity) to support geosteering and formation evaluation.
- Monitored and interpreted downhole parameters to guide operational decisions and enhance drilling efficiency.
- Managed rig-site procedures such as tool reading, troubleshooting, post-run analysis, and equipment demobilization.
- Mentored and trained junior engineers on LWD technologies and rig operations.
Mud Logger
Geolog International
04.2019 - 02.2022
- Conducted real-time monitoring of drilling parameters and formation cuttings to support safe and efficient operations.
- Ensured accurate data capture and interpretation through routine sensor calibration and wellsite troubleshooting.
- Reported abnormal gas shows and lithology changes, aiding in early well control and optimization decisions.
Education
LWD Fundamentals Course -
Halliburton Sperry Workshop
Mumbai03.2022
Radioactive Source Handling -
Halliburton Sperry Workshop
Mumbai03.2022
Bachelor of Science - Petroleum Engineering
University of Technology And Management
Shillong05.2017
Skills
- Drilling optimization
- Real-time monitoring
- BHA design
- AI model validation
- performance KPI monitoring
- AI/ML predictive analytics
- Torque and drag
- Vibration mitigation
Certification
- BOSIET, March 2022
- HUET, March 2022
- First aid and firefighting, March 2022
- Sensors level 1 - Geolog International, Nov 2021
- IWCF Level 1 - International Well Control Forum, Nov 2016
Languages
Hindi
First Language
English
Upper Intermediate (B2)
B2
Timeline
Drilling Performance Engineer
NOV Inc.
08.2024 - Current
Lead M/LWD Engineer
Halliburton Inc.
02.2022 - 08.2024
Mud Logger
Geolog International
04.2019 - 02.2022
LWD Fundamentals Course -
Halliburton Sperry Workshop
Radioactive Source Handling -
Halliburton Sperry Workshop
Bachelor of Science - Petroleum Engineering
University of Technology And Management
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