ALLY Energy Professional Profile: Soraya Fears
Soraya Fears
Production & Reservoir Engineer
Conroe, TX, US
Professional Summary
14 years of experience in oil and gas, both on the operator and service sides of the business. Experience in production, reservoir, and completions engineering, operations, and business development. Bachelor's in Bioengineering, and a Masters in Energy Management and Sustainability.
Experience
Halliburton - MultiChem
Houston, TX, USA
Principal Account Rep/Technical Advisor
Nov, 2021 - Apr, 2023

? Utilized upstream & midstream experience to identify customer challenges and maximize asset value ? Implemented mechanical solution for H2S that decreased chemical injection – ROI of 4 months ? Represented company as a speaker at industry events ? Selected as top 2% of company to attend HalAcademy

Fears Consulting
Conroe, TX, USA
Sr. Engineer and Strategic Business Development Consultant
Apr, 2020 - Nov, 2021

? Utilized business strategy, financial acumen, and extensive networking to identify opportunities for effective collaboration to solve complex challenges ? Managed multi-company project teams with a focus of growth while improving community development, partnerships, and sustainability ? Projects focused on production optimization, reduction of methane/CO2 emissions, and energy management, most with a ROI of 18 months or less

HEAL Systems
Houston, TX, USA
Regional Manager/Production Advisor
Mar, 2017 - Apr, 2020

? Increased customers' revenue 30% on average with a return on investment < 12 months ? Led and supported a diverse technical and sales team, and served as a trusted advisor for customers ? Presented innovative technology at trade shows/events and training classes/workshops ? Successfully completed joint venture and $50MM acquisition by Schlumberger

Swift Energy Operating
Houston, TX, USA
Production, Reservoir and Completions Engineer
Oct, 2011 - Mar, 2016

? Managed operations, budget, project design, forecasting and development for over 600 oil and gas wells ? Completed and presented evaluations for acquisitions/divestitures ? Completed Executive Mentoring program to prepare for future E&P Leadership position ? Delivered training and support to field personnel, interns, and other engineers ? Realized over $2,000,000 in annual Lease Operating Expense (LOE) cost savings ? Led project teams for business development and facilities expansion projects ranging from $10M – $50 MM ? Improved completion design, which resulted in ~30% increase in revenue ? Completed training in reservoir engineering, including reserves analysis and business development planning, to develop keen understanding of E&P strategic drivers

Halliburton
Williston, ND 58801, USA
Technical Professional
Jun, 2009 - Sep, 2011

? Promoted to Lead Engineer, directly and indirectly supervising over 30 engineers and 14 frac crews ? Provided engineering and field operator training ? Researched/recommended changes for continuous improvement

Education
University of Arkansas at Fayetteville
Master's of Science in Engineering Energy Management and Sustainability
May, 2021 - Present

- Energy Management and Waste Minimization - Linkages between Technology, Economics, and Societal Values - Risk Management - Supply Chain Management - Data Analytics - Sustainability in Civil Engineering - Low Impact Development - Strategic Management - Probability and Statistics - Corrosion Control

University of Arkansas at Fayetteville
Bachelor's of Science Bio-Engineering
Aug, 2005 - May, 2009

Honor's College Fellow Alpha Delta Pi Philanthropy Chair

Skills
  • Data Analytics
  • ARIES
  • NODAL Analysis
  • Carte
  • Enersight
  • Microsoft Office
  • Artificial Lift Optimization
Awards
  • HalAcademy Attendee - Top 2%
  • Co-authored two SPE papers