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Karen Janet Santos

Geophysical Engineer
Ciudad de México

Summary

Dynamic and results-driven Geophysics graduate from the Faculty of Engineering at UNAM, with over three years of experience in the energy sector. Skilled in seismic and acoustic data analysis, with a solid background in data interpretation for pipeline integrity in oil and gas operations. Completed internships at leading institutions such as the Comisión Nacional de Hidrocarburos (CNH) and the Instituto Mexicano del Petróleo (IMP), strengthening my technical expertise and industry insight. My thesis, “Regularization of spectral quotients of seismic data,” reflects a strong command of advanced data processing techniques. Passionate about accelerating the energy transition, I aim to leverage my analytical skills and energy sector experience to contribute to the development and deployment of clean technologies and renewable energy solutions.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Languages

Work History

ART Data Analyst

NDT-Global
01.2022 - 03.2025
  • Proficient in identifying, classifying, and sizing anomalies or distinctive features within pipelines.
  • Skilled in recognizing various types of welds, including longitudinal, spiral, and circumferential welds.
  • Experienced in identifying pipeline installations and associated accessories to ensure comprehensive analysis.
  • Capable of establishing and validating benchmarks for pipeline operations and maintenance.
  • Competent in identifying changes in wall thickness to assess structural integrity.
  • Adept at correlating and linking customer maps, records, alignment sheets, or Pipeline Operations and Diagnostic (POD) data to create precise count records.
  • Proficient in interpreting information from above ground markers (AGMs), applying edits, and generating location reference lists to enhance data accuracy.
  • Skilled in signal analysis to verify the depth of anomalies, ensuring thorough pipeline inspection and maintenance procedures.
  • Produced monthly reports using advanced Excel spreadsheet functions.

Dissertationist

Instituto Mexicano del Petróleo (IMP)
07.2019 - 01.2021
  • Thesis: Regularization of spectral quotients of seismic data
  • Aim: Review the algebraic structure of the deconvolution regularization factor in the frequency domain. Discuss its numerical estimation with canonical evidence. Illustrate its implications for interpreting and using seismic attributes.
  • Utilized the AASPI (Attribute-Assisted Seismic Processing & Interpretation) program to analyze the implications of the prewhitening factor in seismic attribute calculations.
  • Presented a poster of the thesis at AMGP congress (American Association of Petroleum Geologist) 2019.
  • Demonstrated how the proper choice of a regularization factor can increase the resolution of seismic data.

Internship

Universidad Autónoma de Nuevo León
Linares, Nuevo León
09.2019 - 10.2019
  • Located basement faults in the Coahuila Block using gravimetric methods.
  • Identified the geometry and distribution of dikes in San Carlos' mountain range, Tamaulipas, using magnetic and electrical methods.
  • Calculated receiver functions from SSN (Servicio Sismológico Nacional) data from the station in Mederos, Monterrey.
  • Supported staff members in their daily tasks, reducing workload burden and allowing for increased focus on higher-priority assignments.

Internship

Comisión Nacional de Hidrocarburos
Ciudad De Mexico
03.2019 - 10.2019
  • Reviewed ARES (Autorizaciones de Reconocimiento y Exploración Superficial) for its acronym in Spanish and exploration and development plans for hydrocarbon extraction.
  • Acquired knowledge of the tender structure for private companies to secure contracts in Mexico.
  • Conducted analysis contributing to the design of oil wells.

Imperial Barrel Award

American Association of Petroleum Geologist (AAPG)
Ciudad De México
01.2019 - 03.2019
  • Contributed to the Alaska Bristol Bay project.
  • Participated in the development of the typical stratigraphic column for the area using the Schlumberger Petrel program.
  • Conducted analysis and interpretation of geophysical well logs during the project.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.

Social Service

Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
Ciudad De México
08.2018 - 02.2019
  • Led the "Geophysical studies to determine subsurface instabilities" program.
  • Managed geophysical data acquisition, including the elaboration of geophysical sections.
  • Oversaw data processing and prepared it for interpretation in the program.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.

Education

Geophysical Engineer - Oil Exploration

Universidad Nacional Autónoma De México
Ciudad De México
08.2014 - 06.2019

Skills

Microsoft Office

C programing

SQL Database

Matlab programming

Excel functions

Data validation

Data visualization and presentations

Data analysis

Problem-solving

Analytical thinking

Extra-Curricular Activities

03/17, 01/21, Volunteer, Corazón Valiente, Mexico City, Conducted a study on the literacy of indigenous children living in Mexico City, focusing on Otomí and Wixárika communities.

Timeline

ART Data Analyst

NDT-Global
01.2022 - 03.2025

Internship

Universidad Autónoma de Nuevo León
09.2019 - 10.2019

Dissertationist

Instituto Mexicano del Petróleo (IMP)
07.2019 - 01.2021

Internship

Comisión Nacional de Hidrocarburos
03.2019 - 10.2019

Imperial Barrel Award

American Association of Petroleum Geologist (AAPG)
01.2019 - 03.2019

Social Service

Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
08.2018 - 02.2019

Geophysical Engineer - Oil Exploration

Universidad Nacional Autónoma De México
08.2014 - 06.2019

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