Kwame Boateng
Calgary,AB
Summary
Results-oriented petroleum engineer with expertise in reservoir engineering, production process engineering, and enhanced recovery. Adept at collaborating in the petroleum industry to contribute to energy solutions and sustainability. Proficient in VBA programming, Aspen HYSYS Process Simulation, PROSPER Simulation, and Microsoft Office. Demonstrated problem-solving skills through successful completion of team-based petroleum engineering projects.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Graduate Trainee, Automobile Technician
Food and Drugs Authority-Head Office
Accra , Ghana
2023.11 - 2024.06
- Completed an intensive training program focused on the diagnostics and maintenance of a wide range of vehicles, enhancing technical skills applicable to mechanical systems
- Facilitated senior technicians in troubleshooting complex mechanical issues, gaining hands-on experience in problem-solving and applying technical knowledge to real-world scenarios
- Performed routine maintenance tasks such as oil changes, brake inspections, and tire rotations, ensuring vehicle reliability and optimal performance
- Demonstrated adaptability and a keen willingness to learn, contributing to continuous improvement initiatives within the workshop.
Electrical Technician Trainee
Eritten Ventures
Nkawkaw , Ghana
2018.09 - 2019.07
- Collaborated with engineers and technicians to troubleshoot and resolve electrical issues, minimizing downtime and enhancing operational efficiency
- Acquired proficiency in reading and interpreting electrical blueprints, wiring diagrams, and technical manuals, and electrical systems critical to engineering operations
- Installed, maintained, and repaired electrical systems in commercial and industrial settings
- Developed strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work under pressure, which are directly applicable to the high-stakes environment of the petroleum industry.
Education
Master of Engineering - Chemical And Petroleum Engineering
University of Calgary
Calgary, AB2026-07
Bachelor of Science - Petroleum Engineering
Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology
Kumasi, Ghana12.2023
Skills
- VBA programming
- Data Acquisition
- Systematic and logical
- Aspen HYSYS Process Simulator
- PROSPER Simulation
- Microsoft Office
Certification
Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS)
Awards
- Winner, Knight Piésold Engineering Challenge 2017
- Provost Excellent Student Award 2020
- Provost Excellent Student Award 2021
- Provost Excellent Student Award 2022
Accomplishments
- Winner, Knight Piésold Bridge Engineering Challenge 2017
- Provost Excellent Students Award 2020
- Provost Excellent Students Award 2021
- Provost Excellent Students Award 2022
Languages
English
Full Professional
Projects
Well Design and Crude Optimization 04/2022
· Collaborated with 5 peers in designing production wells utilizing PROSPER simulator
· Carried out sensitivity analysis to optimize crude production
· Troubleshot flow assurance issues (wax deposition and hydrate formation)
Carbon Intensity Calculator 08/2023
· Categorized carbon emissions at crude oil production stages into various scopes
· Leveraged Microsoft Excel VBA programmer to develop a carbon intensity calculator
· Incorporated AI in suggesting mitigation techniques based on calculated carbon intensity values
· Resolved a case study using developed calculator
Crude and Natural Gas Processing Design 08/2023
· Steered a team in constructing a detailed crude oil and gas processing plant that met specific patron requirements and optimized crude efficiency
· Utilized Aspen HYSYS for process simulation and design optimization
· Conducted a cost-benefit evaluation to determine the economic validity of the proposed design
Field Development Plan for the hypothetical “Shata” Offshore Oilfield
· Steered a multidisciplinary team in the design and implementation of a comprehensive FDP targeting optimal recovery of hydrocarbons.
· Carried out a thorough reservoir characterization using well logs, seismic data, and core samples to define reservoir boundaries and estimate hydrocarbon volumes.
· Formulated multiple reservoir models using Eclipse to simulate production scenarios, evaluate recovery methods, and forecast field performance over the project’s life cycle.
· Designed a drilling program that included the selection of well locations, trajectories, and completion techniques to maximize reservoir contact and minimize environmental impact.
· Integrated enhanced oil recovery (EOR) strategies, such as water flooding and gas injection, into the FDP to boost recovery rates and extend the field's economic lifespan.
· Carried out economic evaluations and risk assessments, analyzing various development scenarios to optimize CAPEX and OPEX while ensuring alignment with regulatory and environmental standards.
· Presented the FDP to faculty experts, receiving commendation for the innovative approach to field development, economic efficiency, and adherence to sustainability practices.
Timeline
Graduate Trainee, Automobile Technician
Food and Drugs Authority-Head Office
2023.11 - 2024.06
Electrical Technician Trainee
Eritten Ventures
2018.09 - 2019.07
Master of Engineering - Chemical And Petroleum Engineering
University of Calgary
Bachelor of Science - Petroleum Engineering
Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology
Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS)
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