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Ahmed Elzaghal

Dammam,Saudi Arabia

Summary

Experience: 20+ years in the Oil & Gas industry, with 11 years at SLB in KSA.
Education: Bachelors in Petroleum Engineering, Suez Canal University.

Digital Drilling Engineer at SLB, specializing in real-time analytics and the implementation of SLB DrillOps Predictive Analytics for LSTK projects. i have a proven track record of optimizing drilling operations through advanced digital solutions to drive project success and improve efficiency.

•With a strong background in drilling operations, real-time data analysis, and digital drilling technologies, OIC Optimization Engineer, and Digital Drilling Engineer. Expertise in applying Predictive Analytics has helped enhance performance, reduce risks, and ensure the success of complex drilling projects.

Team leader SLB-RTES ( Real Time Engineering Solutions ) on Aramco RTOC as the first digital drilling contract between SLB and Aramco.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Digital Drilling Engineer

SLB
, Saudi Arabia
02.2023 - Current

• KSA champion for SLB DrillOps Predictive Analytics

• Supporting SLB KSA product lines and different Geo Units on DrillOps Predictive Analytics and DrillPlan

•Training LSTK-OIC-KSA drilling analysts, digital drilling engineers.

• Had two learning sessions on SLB Degreed Training platform related to DrillOps Predictive Analytics.

• Engage with DrillOps Predictive Analytics product team ( gap analysis, product enhancement and field test for new features.

• Collaborated with engineering and drilling teams to integrate automation and AI-driven solutions for predictive maintenance and well optimization

• Initiated the first digital drilling academy for Aramco drilling engineers for 6 weeks.

•Technical lead for the first digital drilling with Aramco ( RTES Project ) for risk avoidance and drilling optimisation

• Created Standard Operating Procedures SOP for Aramco RTES project.

• Created processes for Aramco RTES Project Value proposition.

Drilling Optimization Engineer

SLB
, Saudi Arabia
09.2018 - 02.2023

Assisted in advanced real-time monitoring for well operations on IWC-LSTK project.

Supported performance improvements through data integration panels including surface MWDLWD, mud, GSS, and cementing.

Participated in prevention of stuck pipe incidents.

Helped analyse well performance data to optimise drilling and completion operations.

Conducted TRQ, drag, hydraulics, and stuck pipe prevention simulations alongside KPI correlation and offset well data analysis.

Monitored real-time drilling parameters and aided in identifying potential issues.

Collaborated with teams to enhance efficiency, safety, and cost-effectiveness.

Coached and guided new drilling analysts.

Developed first value proposition for LSAT-OIC-KSA.

GSS Unit Supervisor

SLB
, Saudi Arabia
06.2013 - 09.2019

•Coordinated with drilling teams to maintain safe, efficient operations and troubleshoot equipment or operational issues.

•Led and supervised mud logging operations, ensuring accurate data collection and analysis of drilling fluids and geological formations.

•Client Communication: Liaise with clients to ensure expectations are met and provide technical guidance and reporting.

•Training & Development: Train and mentor staff, ensuring they are equipped with necessary skills and certification

Senior Data Engineer

Petroservices
, Qatar
06.2007 - 06.2013
  • Leading mud logging unit crews

Education

Bachelor of Engineering - Petroleum Engineering

Faculty of Petroleum and Mining Eng
Suez, Egypt
01-2002

Skills

  • Drilling optimization
  • Predictive analytics
  • Performance analysis
  • Team Leadership
  • Team training
  • Effective communication
  • Technical troubleshooting
  • Decision making under pressure
  • Client relationship management

Languages

Arabic
First Language
English
Proficient
C2

Certification

•SLB DrillOps DrillPlan Intermediate level

DrillOps Intermediate level

IWC Drilling Engineering School ( Best Performer )

Real Time advanced monitoring Course ( Best Performer )

IWCF Supervisor level 4

Stuck pipe Prevention ( SPP )

Accomplishments

2023 The Guardians SLB VP Award for the first global deployment for SLB DrillOps Predictive Analytics

2023 SLB Digital KSA recognition

Initiated the first digital drilling academy for Aramco UR drilling engineers for 6 weeks.

2024 SLB Digital KSA recognition

2025 SLB Digital KSA recognition

2026 SLB Digital KSA recognition

2026 KFUP recognition for participate on SPARKON as mentor and judge.

Additional Information

Holding valid Saudi Iqama

Interests

Reading, Walking and cooking

Timeline

Digital Drilling Engineer

SLB
02.2023 - Current

Drilling Optimization Engineer

SLB
09.2018 - 02.2023

GSS Unit Supervisor

SLB
06.2013 - 09.2019

Senior Data Engineer

Petroservices
06.2007 - 06.2013

Bachelor of Engineering - Petroleum Engineering

Faculty of Petroleum and Mining Eng
Ahmed Elzaghal