ABEL TAN
Summary
An accomplished Reservoir Engineer with 19 years of experience in oil and gas fields, I have a proven track record at Shell, enhancing field production and advancing drilling projects through expert stakeholder management and innovative reservoir simulation techniques. I am skilled in managing complex gas networks and proficient in Reservoir Simulation (MoRes, PS Flow, Eclipse). Adept at leading multidisciplinary teams, I have successfully delivered full field reviews, demonstrating exceptional collaboration and technical proficiency.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Reservoir Engineering Workflow Consultant
Shell
09.2021 - Current
- Collaborated with the integrated and multidisciplinary subsurface team at Malikai to deliver LTRO and Full Field Review, leading to the maturation of the Malikai Phase 3 Infill Drilling project to MR3 and DG3.
- Managed internal and external stakeholders to fulfill operational promises and safeguard field production.
- Oversaw daily WRFM activities and production enhancement activities at Malikai to enhance field production.
- Conducted Annual Reservoir Reviews and PTA evaluations to enhance reservoir understanding in Malikai.
- Coordinated and advanced the implementation of the Petrosigns program at Shell Malaysia, including model conversion, pilot testing, bug reporting, and proposing feature requests for PS Flow simulation software.
- Executed MoRes to Eclipse conversions for Malampaya, GK, and Timi.
- Developed effective workflows and documentation for reservoir engineering software such as OFM, Kappa Ecrin, and PS Flow.
- Maintained and optimized reservoir engineering software and HPC systems to ensure optimal performance.y.
WRFM Reservoir Engineer
Shell
01.2020 - 08.2021
- Managed daily WRFM activities at the E11, F13W, and F13E gas fields.
- Advanced the F13K Rewheel Project from inception to Final Investment Decision (MR1-MR4).
- Facilitated the handover of the E11 field to Petronas Carigali.
- Built a fully functional E11-F13 Eclipse Simulation Model to meet E11 DDA requirements.
- Supported updates to the Rosmari and Marjoram simulation models.
Reservoir Engineer (Long Term Planning Team)
Shell
01.2018 - 01.2020
- Developed an integrated Sarawak Gas Network IPSM GAP model, replacing the HFPT Model.
- Modeled and calibrated production system elements within the IPSM GAP Model.
- Managed a complex gas network with contaminants blending, maximizing the integrated gas network value within the PSC.
- Supported forecasting activities during OP and ARPR business cycles.
- Integrated updates from various stakeholders into the planning assumptions.
Reservoir Engineering Consultant
Shell
01.2017 - 01.2018
- Led the SMEP PVT contract tendering process leading to the award of PVT contractor.
- Streamlined the Sarawak HFPT, reducing simulation run-time.
- Executed MoRes to Eclipse conversion for Barton Oil Field.
WRFM Reservoir Engineer (Sarawak Gas Fields)
Shell
01.2011 - 01.2017
- Managed daily WRFM activities in the Sarawak gas fields (Jintan, E11, F13W, F13E, E11W).
- Identified, matured, and executed WRFM activities. This includes surveillance activities, conversion of production well into water disposal well etc.
- Collaborated with a multidisciplinary team to deliver a Full Field Review for E11-F13-E11W, constructing robust low, base, and high case simulation models for infill opportunity screening, WRFM activities, and production forecasting.
- Supported all license to operate activities, including OP, ARPR, and AMIR sessions.
WRFM Reservoir Engineer (Sabah Inboard Oilfields)
Shell
07.2005 - 01.2011
- Wellsite Petroleum Engineer involved in offshore drilling and well appraisal activities at B12 and Malikai.
- Assessed near field exploration (NFE) opportunities, including KBB Oil.
- Supported the St Joseph Redevelopment project, preparing well data packs and overseeing drilling operations for 6 infill wells and 5 water injectors.
- Managed daily production enhancement WRFM activities to enhance and safeguard NFA production.
- Executed license to operate activities, including OP, WPB, ARPR, and AMIR.
- Managed reserves audits with RAR and Gaffney Cline's Associates.
Education
Master of Science - Petroleum Engineering
Curtin University
Miri11.2016
Bachelor of Science - Chemical Engineering (Polymer)
Universiti Teknologi Malaysia
Johor Bahru05.2005
Skills
Reservoir Simulation (MoRes, Eclipse, CMG CoFlow)
Petroleum Expert (MBAL, GAP, Prosper)
Kappa Ecrin Saphir Pressure Transient Analysis
SLB OFM
Microsoft Word, Excel, Powerpoint
Languages
English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Malay
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Chinese (Mandarin)
Intermediate (B1)
Timeline
Reservoir Engineering Workflow Consultant
Shell
09.2021 - Current
WRFM Reservoir Engineer
Shell
01.2020 - 08.2021
Reservoir Engineer (Long Term Planning Team)
Shell
01.2018 - 01.2020
Reservoir Engineering Consultant
Shell
01.2017 - 01.2018
WRFM Reservoir Engineer (Sarawak Gas Fields)
Shell
01.2011 - 01.2017
WRFM Reservoir Engineer (Sabah Inboard Oilfields)
Shell
07.2005 - 01.2011
Master of Science - Petroleum Engineering
Curtin University
Bachelor of Science - Chemical Engineering (Polymer)
Universiti Teknologi Malaysia
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