Petroleum Engineer
Reservoir Engineer
Reserves Estimator
Simulation Engineer
Oil & Gas Advisor
Team Leader | Trainer | Mentor
⎯ Mission
Maximizing the value of oil and gas assets by combining an operator’s ownership mindset with a consultant’s precision problem-solving.
- The modern energy landscape demands a synergy of innovative engineering, rigorous capital discipline, and decisive leadership.
- I have over 15 years of diverse experience leading multi-million-dollar asset evaluations at DeGolyer and MacNaughton, world-record precision placement ERD wells at ExxonMobil, in-depth simulation studies at Shell, and field operations at Schlumberger.
- My commitment is to bridge technical excellence with financial stewardship to drive project value and operational efficiency.
My background in solving complex problems across the service, operating, and consultancy sectors has enabled me to manage portfolios with billions of BOE in 2P reserves and navigate the complexities of EOR, waterflooding, LNG, and offshore projects, technically optimizing assets for maximum EUR while strategically positioning them for IPOs, M&A, and public reporting.
Expertise offered
Delivering solutions. Taking full ownership of outcomes.
PRMS & SEC Compliant Reserves Estimation and Auditing
Integrated Offshore and Onshore Field Development & Production Surveillance
Advanced Reservoir Modeling and Simulation
Asset Management & Transaction Support for M&A, IPOs, and Regulatory Reporting
"Daniel is a talented, creative, and ethical engineer. Honest and dependable: I could count on him to meet deadlines, communicate with the client frequently, and find solutions to issues. His demeanor manifested as a man you can trust to handle complicated action items without drama."
"Team player, with strong reservoir simulation skills is what comes to mind when I think of Daniel."
"Daniel is a smart, hard working, team player. He can be relied upon to complete an independent or group project with little or no supervision. He is self motivated, and has excellent petroleum engineering knowledge and skills."
"Daniel combines strong analytical thinking with a steady, dependable work style. He approaches complex reservoir engineering problems with clarity, delivers consistently high-quality results, and is the kind of professional you are always grateful to work with."
"Over the past five years, several large-scale projects have been completed to assess the reserves of all UGV fields. The training sessions for the staff were excellent. Thank you, Daniel, and I hope to see you again in the future."
"I highly recommend Daniel as an experienced reservoir engineer and evaluator, whether leading a team or supporting a project. As an ethical, reliable, and supportive professional, Daniel brings a calm demeanor that keeps project tensions low and on track, while his engineering expertise consistently delivers reliable results to the highest standards."
"I worked with Daniel for over three years on numerous high-profile projects, many of which he led as team lead. He is smart, motivated, and an overall pleasure to work with."
"I have worked with Daniel on many projects at DeGolyer and MacNaughton. He has a very good foundation in reservoir engineering skillset and shows up as a diligent and considerate team player. I highly recommend working with Daniel."
"Daniel has shown great skill as both a reservoir engineer and in the estimation of reserves during the time I have worked with him. I was also part of teams where Daniel coordinated the work flow and he showed great leadership in both communicating with the team and the client."
"Having worked and studied alongside Daniel for over 10 years, I know him as a highly skilled professional with exceptional expertise in field operations, reservoir engineering, and reserves evaluation, as well as a great team player."
"Daniel is a reliable professional who solves difficult problems, effectively manages large-scale projects with challenging clients, and has deep expertise in gas asset valuation."
"Daniel is dedicated, reliable individual and a great engineer with outstanding problem-solving skills. He is highly motivated, and his can-do attitude coupled with deep technical expertise and a good sense of humour makes working with him easy and enjoyable."
"When working with Daniel, one can be assured of his reliability, ethical work, and genuine care for clients' interests."
"Daniel is one of the most competent engineers I met at Schlumberger. Any task he takes on will be completed in a timely manner. His unique offshore reservoir engineering experience allows him to solve the most complex tasks."
"Daniel’s engineering expertise is complemented by genuine curiosity and true care for each project. He proved himself especially capable when the analysis and goals of a project became complex. I would recommend working with Daniel due to his technical proficiency and interpersonal skills. He attentively manages large tasks while projecting kindness and optimism."
"I worked with Daniel, and he is a great engineer who understands both the technical details and the bigger picture of a project. He is also an excellent project manager who doesn’t skip a beat. He is proactive, organized, and dependable throughout multiphase projects, effectively working across different groups, staying ahead of deadlines, and making sure every deliverable stays on track."
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Frequently Asked Questions
I hold an MS in Petroleum Engineering from the University of Houston, as well as a BS in Petroleum Engineering and an Associate degree in Economics from Ufa State Petroleum Technological University, one of Russia’s leading institutions. Additionally, I have completed multiple internal proficiency courses with ExxonMobil, Shell, and DeGolyer and MacNaughton (D&M).
Of course! Please send me a message using the "Get in Touch" button or contact me through the LinkedIn link, and I’ll happily send you my latest resume.
I’m happy to connect and explore potential opportunities. The challenges your company is trying to solve could very well be my next full-time endeavor.
Whether you need to address a single well, develop a full field development plan, or conduct a subsurface audit, we have plenty to discuss. I lead a group of subsurface professionals (geologists, engineers, petrophysicists, economists, etc.) ready to tackle any project.
