E&P Consulting
Subsurface Applications Transition Lead
E&P Consulting, Houston, Texas, United States, 77246
Location (Including Home Working Ratio): Houston - 60/40: Office/HomeTravel Requirements: 10%Duration: 2 Months +
Role Summary:Our client is looking for an experienced domain consultant to lead the migration of subsurface applications from one environment to another due to a recent merger. This involves transferring all software, data, and infrastructure related to subsurface operations (like geological modelling, reservoir simulation, and drilling optimization) from the acquired company's IT environment to the acquiring company's systems.
Responsibilities:Application Assessment:Catalog and analyze existing subsurface applications, including versions, dependencies, and compatibility with the target environment.Evaluate application health, performance, and stability.Identify and document custom integrations and scripts.Assess the viability of existing applications and recommend upgrades or replacements as needed.
Data Mapping and Analysis:
Identify and document all sources of subsurface data, including databases, file servers, and cloud storage.Map data flows and dependencies between applications and databases.Analyze data volumes, formats, and integrity.Identify and document data management practices and business rules.
Workflow Documentation:
Conduct interviews with subsurface professionals to understand existing workflows and data usage.Create process maps and documentation for key subsurface workflows.Capture business rules and logic embedded in applications and workflows.
Migration Strategy and Execution:
Contribute to the development of a comprehensive migration strategy, including phasing, timelines, and resource allocation.Assist in selecting appropriate data migration techniques and tools.Develop data validation procedures to ensure data integrity post-migration.Contribute to the creation of a rollback plan for risk mitigation.
Required Skills:
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Geoscience, Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.10+ years of experience in the oil and gas industry, with a focus on subsurface operations and applications.Strong understanding of subsurface workflows, including seismic interpretation, geological modelling, reservoir simulation, and drilling.Experience with common subsurface software applications (e.g., Petrel, Eclipse, Openworks).Knowledge of data management principles and best practices.Experience with data migration projects, including planning, execution, and validation.Excellent communication, interpersonal, and documentation skills.Ability to work effectively in a team environment and under pressure.Ability to identify issues and provide solutions.Self-motivation and accountability.Ability to work independently and recognize items that require escalation.Communication skills (written and verbal).Understand team dynamics and how to increase work efficiencies.
Desirable Skills:
Experience with cloud-based technologies and migration to cloud environments.Knowledge of IT infrastructure, including servers, databases, and networks.Familiarity with data integration tools and techniques.Project management certification.Apply Now#J-18808-Ljbffr
Role Summary:Our client is looking for an experienced domain consultant to lead the migration of subsurface applications from one environment to another due to a recent merger. This involves transferring all software, data, and infrastructure related to subsurface operations (like geological modelling, reservoir simulation, and drilling optimization) from the acquired company's IT environment to the acquiring company's systems.
Responsibilities:Application Assessment:Catalog and analyze existing subsurface applications, including versions, dependencies, and compatibility with the target environment.Evaluate application health, performance, and stability.Identify and document custom integrations and scripts.Assess the viability of existing applications and recommend upgrades or replacements as needed.
Data Mapping and Analysis:
Identify and document all sources of subsurface data, including databases, file servers, and cloud storage.Map data flows and dependencies between applications and databases.Analyze data volumes, formats, and integrity.Identify and document data management practices and business rules.
Workflow Documentation:
Conduct interviews with subsurface professionals to understand existing workflows and data usage.Create process maps and documentation for key subsurface workflows.Capture business rules and logic embedded in applications and workflows.
Migration Strategy and Execution:
Contribute to the development of a comprehensive migration strategy, including phasing, timelines, and resource allocation.Assist in selecting appropriate data migration techniques and tools.Develop data validation procedures to ensure data integrity post-migration.Contribute to the creation of a rollback plan for risk mitigation.
Required Skills:
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Geoscience, Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.10+ years of experience in the oil and gas industry, with a focus on subsurface operations and applications.Strong understanding of subsurface workflows, including seismic interpretation, geological modelling, reservoir simulation, and drilling.Experience with common subsurface software applications (e.g., Petrel, Eclipse, Openworks).Knowledge of data management principles and best practices.Experience with data migration projects, including planning, execution, and validation.Excellent communication, interpersonal, and documentation skills.Ability to work effectively in a team environment and under pressure.Ability to identify issues and provide solutions.Self-motivation and accountability.Ability to work independently and recognize items that require escalation.Communication skills (written and verbal).Understand team dynamics and how to increase work efficiencies.
Desirable Skills:
Experience with cloud-based technologies and migration to cloud environments.Knowledge of IT infrastructure, including servers, databases, and networks.Familiarity with data integration tools and techniques.Project management certification.Apply Now#J-18808-Ljbffr