Yoe Alain Reyes Perez

Senior Geologist | Geoscience & Reservoir Modeling Expert
Natal, BR.

About

Senior Geologist with over 28 years of experience in applied earth sciences and reservoir geosciences, recognized for leading multidisciplinary technical teams and integrating innovative G&G workflows from exploration to production. Proven expertise in reservoir modeling, seismic interpretation, and earth modeling, adept at stakeholder engagement and technical negotiation with regulatory bodies, and skilled in fostering professional development and knowledge transfer.

Work

GeoReyes Consultoria
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Senior Consultant

Natal, Rio Grande do Norte, Brazil

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Summary

Led specialized training initiatives for Carmo Energy and P&D UFPE, enhancing capabilities in G&G data integration, 3D modeling, and geomechanics storage for CO2 projects.

Highlights

Delivered expert training sessions to Carmo Energy personnel on advanced G&G data integration and 3D modeling techniques.

Trained the P&D UFPE team in geomechanics storage for CO2 projects, specifically in G&G data integration and 3D modeling workflows.

Facilitated knowledge transfer and skill development in critical geoscience workflows, directly impacting team proficiency.

GeoReyes Consultoria
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Senior Consultant

Natal, Rio Grande do Norte, Brazil

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Summary

Conducted specialized field trip training for PRIO on fault zone transmissibility, enhancing practical understanding of complex geological structures.

Highlights

Led practical field trip training for PRIO, focusing on fault zone transmissibility within the Rio do Peixe Basin.

Improved participants' understanding of complex geological structures and their impact on reservoir performance and development.

GEOMARQ, Brazil
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Senior Technical Consultant

Natal, Rio Grande do Norte, Brazil

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Summary

Directed technical consulting for PetroVictory, managing a subsurface team to optimize G&G workflows and identify drilling opportunities in the Potiguar Basin.

Highlights

Managed and directed a subsurface team for PetroVictory, optimizing G&G workflows and evaluating bypass zones.

Identified and recommended infill drilling opportunities in the Potiguar Basin, potentially increasing hydrocarbon recovery and field efficiency.

GEOMARQ, Brazil
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Senior Technical Consultant

Natal, Rio Grande do Norte, Brazil

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Summary

Provided technical consulting to Origem Energia, focusing on 3D reservoir modeling and G&G workflow optimization to identify infill drilling opportunities in the Alagoas Basin.

Highlights

Developed and validated 3D reservoir models for Origem Energia, ensuring accuracy and reliability for exploration and development.

Evaluated G&G workflows and identified bypass zones and infill drilling opportunities in an Alagoas Basin oil field.

Contributed to strategic decisions for field development and resource optimization, enhancing project value.

Carmo Energy
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G&G Manager

Natal, Rio Grande do Norte, Brazil

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Summary

Led the G&G team at Carmo Energy, overseeing critical negotiations with Petrobras and coordinating regulatory submissions for reserve certification and oilfield development plans.

Highlights

Managed a multidisciplinary G&G team, integrating technical insights with strategic committee negotiations involving Petrobras during a critical transition period.

Coordinated the first external Reserve certification, ensuring compliance and accurate reporting of hydrocarbon reserves.

Successfully submitted the 11 Oilfield Development Plan to ANP, collaborating with a diverse technical team (geologists, reservoir/well/HSE/facilities/production engineers).

Played a pivotal role as G&G Manager during the initial two months of operation and the company's transition period, ensuring operational continuity and regulatory adherence.

GEOMARQ, Brazil
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Senior Technical Consultant

Natal, Rio Grande do Norte, Brazil

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Summary

Provided technical consulting to COBRA Brazil, focusing on 3D modeling quality control, exploration evaluation, and reservoir studies to optimize farm-out processes and development plans.

Highlights

Conducted 3D modeling quality control and VOIIP (Volume of Oil Initially in Place) calculations for COBRA Brazil's farm-out processes.

Performed comprehensive exploration evaluations and reservoir studies for key assets including Polo Capixaba, Polo Carmopolis, Albacora, and Albacora Leste.

Collaborated with reservoir teams to evaluate development plans, identifying opportunities for workovers, infill drilling, and injection program improvements.

Contributed to strategic asset acquisition decisions, including the acquisition of Polo Carmopolis by Carmo Energy.

SEVGEO, Brazil
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Technical Consultant

Natal, Rio Grande do Norte, Brazil

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Summary

Delivered technical consulting to Sonangol Brazil, specializing in 3D reservoir modeling and uncertainty analysis for two Potiguar Basin fields.

Highlights

Performed 3D reservoir modeling and comprehensive uncertainty analysis for two Potiguar Basin fields for Sonangol Brazil.

Enhanced reservoir characterization and updated geological models, providing critical insights for field development and resource management.

Oil Consultants Ltd, UK
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Senior Geologist, Technical Consultant

United Kingdom, United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland

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Summary

Served as a Senior Geologist and Technical Consultant for SLB, specializing in farm-in evaluations for NE mature fields using integrated geophysics and geology workflows.

Highlights

Conducted comprehensive farm-in evaluations for mature fields in NE Brazil, applying integrated geophysics and geology workflows.

Provided expert technical insights to SLB, supporting strategic decision-making in asset acquisition and development.

Schlumberger
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Geoscience Coordinator, Software Integrated Solutions (SIS)

Natal, Rio Grande do Norte, Brazil

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Summary

Coordinated geoscience operations and provided senior technical consulting for Schlumberger's SIS, focusing on Petrel implementation and G&G training in Brazil.

Highlights

Coordinated geoscience activities within SIS, overseeing the implementation of new Petrel Geophysics and Geology workflows.

Delivered technical presentations and demonstrations to clients and internal teams, facilitating software adoption and knowledge transfer.

Served as G&G Technical Service Coordinator, leading internal G&G training initiatives and coordinating team efforts.

Provided expert consulting on geophysics, geology, and reservoir engineering workflow applications, enhancing client capabilities.

Schlumberger
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SIS Team Leader G&G Brazil

Brazil, Brazil

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Summary

Led the G&G SIS team in Brazil, providing expert technical consulting, client demonstrations, and on-site support for Petrel workflow applications.

Highlights

Led the G&G SIS team in Brazil, providing technical consulting and support for complex workflow applications in geophysics, geology, and reservoir engineering.

Conducted client demonstrations and presentations, significantly enhancing client understanding and adoption of Schlumberger software solutions.

Provided critical Petrel on-site support, ensuring seamless integration and optimal performance for clients.

Served as G&G Technical Service Coordinator, driving technical excellence and client satisfaction across multiple projects.

Schlumberger
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SIS Team Leader Brazil NE

Brazil NE, Brazil

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Summary

Directed the SIS team in Brazil NE, serving as a G&G Petrel and Fronsim Technical Consultant, focusing on workflow applications, client training, and on-site support.

Highlights

Coordinated and led the SIS team in Brazil NE, specializing in G&G Petrel and Fronsim technical consulting for reservoir engineer workflows.

Delivered impactful demonstrations and presentations, effectively communicating complex technical solutions to clients.

Provided comprehensive on-site support and training to geoscientist clients, significantly improving their proficiency with Schlumberger software.

Schlumberger
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G&G Petrel and Geoframe Technical On-site Support

Natal, Rio Grande do Norte, Brazil

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Summary

Provided G&G technical on-site support for Petrel and Geoframe workflow applications to Schlumberger clients in Natal, Brazil.

Highlights

Delivered expert G&G Petrel and Geoframe technical on-site support, optimizing workflow applications for clients.

Conducted engaging demonstrations and presentations, enhancing customer understanding and adoption of Schlumberger's software solutions.

Resolved complex technical challenges, ensuring efficient and effective use of G&G software for various projects.

Grupo Estudos de Análogos a Reservatórios Petrolíferos (UFRN)
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Geologist / Researcher

Natal, Rio Grande do Norte, Brazil

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Summary

Conducted geological research and development for six Petrobras-financed oil and gas projects at UFRN, focusing on GPR data, remote sensing, and sedimentary studies.

Highlights

Contributed to six Petrobras-financed oil and gas R&D projects, performing GPR data acquisition, processing, and interpretation.

Applied remote sensing techniques and conducted in-depth sedimentary studies to characterize petroleum reservoirs.

Developed expertise in reservoir analog studies, providing valuable insights for hydrocarbon exploration and production strategies.

Instituto de Geologia y Paleontologia
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Geologist / Researcher

Havana, Havana, Cuba

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Summary

Performed regional geology studies at the Institute of Geology and Paleontology, applying remote sensing and GIS for G&G applications in tectonics.

Highlights

Conducted regional geology studies, integrating remote sensing applications with Geographic Information Systems (GIS) for G&G analysis.

Specialized in tectonic studies, contributing to a deeper understanding of regional geological structures and their implications.

Applied advanced geological mapping and analysis techniques in a research environment, enhancing data interpretation capabilities.

Education

Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Norte (UFRN)
Natal, Rio Grande do Norte, Brazil

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Postdoctoral

International Ocean Discovery Program (IODP-CAPES)

Courses

3D modeling

Seismic interpretation

New software applications

Knowledge transfer between industry and academia

Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Norte
Natal, Rio Grande do Norte, Brazil

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Doctorate

Geodynamic

Courses

Geometric characterization and parameterization of recent transitional deposits

Application in petroleum reservoir modeling

Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Norte
Natal, Rio Grande do Norte, Brazil

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Master

Geodynamic

Courses

Characterization of the Geometry of sedimentary deposits in the Southwest Border of the Potiguar Basin

United Nations University & Instituto Nacional de Pesquisas Espaciais (INPE)
Brazil, Brazil

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Specialization Course

Remote Sensing Technology

Universidad de Pinar del Río
Pinar del Río, Pinar del Río, Cuba

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Bachelor's

Geological Engineering

Publications

3D modeling and fluid flow simulations along the fault zone affected by silicification in Rio do Peixe Basin, Brazil.

Published by

Journal of South American Earth Sciences

Summary

Rocha, R.N.R., Nogueira, F.C.C., Pontes, C.C., Gomes, T.P., Vasconcelos, D.L., Palhano, L.C., Souza, J.A., Perez, Y.A., Nicchio, Μ.Α. (2025). 3D modeling and fluid flow simulations along the fault zone affected by silicification in Rio do Peixe Basin, Brazil. Journal of South American Earth Sciences, v. 161, p. 105574.

Carbon Capture and Storage in Brazil and Systematic Review of Criteria for Prospecting Potential Areas.

Published by

Offshore Technology Conference Brasil

Summary

Lourenço, M.C.M., Perez, Y.A., Rodrigues, T.C., Rodrigues, M.A.F., Antunes, A.F., Filho, L.S., Montalvão, L.C., Eiras, J.F., Lima, C., Medeiros, G.C., Jacinto, M.V.G. and Sátiro, L.S.P. (2023). Carbon Capture and Storage in Brazil and Systematic Review of Criteria for Prospecting Potential Areas. Offshore Technology Conference Brasil, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, 24–26 October 2023. OTC-32864-MS, https://doi:10.4043/32864-MS.

Upscaling digital outcrop models to infer well connectivity in carbonates with karstic features.

Published by

Journal of Petroleum Science and Engineering

Summary

Coimbra, I., Perez, Y.A., Murad, M.A., Custodio, F.L., Cazarin, C.L., Pereira, P.A., Lopes, Tuane, T.V., Barroso, J. S., Lima-Filho, F.P. (2022). Upscaling digital outcrop models to infer well connectivity in carbonates with karstic features. Journal of Petroleum Science and Engineering. Vol 215. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.petrol.2022.110606

Permeability modeling of a basin-bounding fault damage zone in the Rio do Peixe Basin, Brazil.

Published by

Marine and Petroleum Geology

Summary

Silva, M.E., Nogueira, F.C.C., Perez, Y.A., Vasconcelos, D.L., Stohler, R.C., Sanglard, J.C.D., Balsamo, F., Bezerra, F.H.R., Carvalho, B.R.B., Souza, J.А.В. (2022). Permeability modeling of a basin-bounding fault damage zone in the Rio do Peixe Basin, Brazil. Marine and Petroleum Geology. 135. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.marpetgeo.2021.105409

Relations between inherited basement fabric and fault nucleation in a continental setting: the Rio do Peixe Basin, NE Brazil.

Published by

Marine and Petroleum Geology

Summary

Ramos, G.V., Vasconcelos, D.L., Marques, F.O., Castro, D., Nogueira, F.C.C., Bezerra, F.H.R., Perez, Y.A., Souza, J.A.B., Medeiros, V.C. (2022). Relations between inherited basement fabric and fault nucleation in a continental setting: the Rio do Peixe Basin, NE Brazil. Marine and Petroleum Geology. 139. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.marpetgeo.2022.105635

Mechanical stratigraphy influences deformation band pattern in arkosic sandstones, Rio do Peixe Basin, Brazil.

Published by

Journal of Structural Geology

Summary

Oliveira, L.S.B., Nogueira, F.C.C., Vasconcelos, D.L., Balsamo, F., Bezerra, F.H.R., Perez, Y.A. (2022). Mechanical stratigraphy influences deformation band pattern in arkosic sandstones, Rio do Peixe Basin, Brazil. Journal of Structural Geology. Vol. 155. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jsg.2022.104510

Seismic architecture of the tidal channel system of Galinhos, equatorial Atlantic, Brazil.

Published by

Marine Geology

Summary

Ferreira, A.L., Vital, H., Statteger, K., Caldas, L.H.O., Gomes, M.P., Perez, Y.A., Silva, A.G. (2022). Seismic architecture of the tidal channel system of Galinhos, equatorial Atlantic, Brazil. Marine Geology, 443. doi.org/10.1016/j.margeo.2021.106685

The Barreirinhas Basin internal architecture and the evidence of transform movements along the Romanche Fracture Zone, Brazilian Equatorial Margin.

Published by

Journal of South American Earth Sciences

Summary

Montenegro, C.G.L., Gomes, M.P., Castro, D., Perez, Y. A., Oliveira, D. (2021). The Barreirinhas Basin internal architecture and the evidence of transform movements along the Romanche Fracture Zone, Brazilian Equatorial Margin. Journal of South American Earth Sciences, Volume 107,12 р. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jsames.2020.103049.

Tectonic inversion assessed by the integration of geological and geophysical data: the intracontinental Rio do Peixe Basin, NE Brazil.

Published by

Basin Research

Summary

Vasconcelos, D.L., Marques, F.O., Nogueira, F.C., Perez, Y. A., Bezerra, F.H., Stholer, R., Souza, J. (2020). Tectonic inversion assessed by the integration of geological and geophysical data: the intracontinental Rio do Peixe Basin, NE Brazil. Basin Research. https://doi: 10.1111/bre.12491.

Seismic stratigraphy of a deep-water basin in the Brazilian Equatorial Margin: the eastern portion of Potiguar Basin and Touros High.

Published by

Geo-Marine Letters

Summary

Fonseca, J., Vital, H., Perez, Y. A., Castro, D. L., Silva, A., Gomes, M. (2020). Seismic stratigraphy of a deep-water basin in the Brazilian Equatorial Margin: the eastern portion of Potiguar Basin and Touros High. Geo-Marine Letters. Volume 40, p 977-988. https://doi.org/10.1007/s00367-019-00626-7.

Skills

Software & Tools

Petrel (Geophysics, Geology, Reservoir Engineering), Frontsim (Reservoir Engineering), Geoframe (Geophysics, Geology), OFM, Eclipse, Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR), GPS Systems, Geographic Information Systems (GIS).

Technical Expertise

Applied Earth Sciences, Reservoir Geosciences, G&G Workflow Integration (Exploration to Production), Reservoir Characterization, 3D Modeling, Seismic Interpretation, Earth Modeling, Depositional System Analysis, Sedimentology, Uncertainty Analysis, Fault Zone Transmissibility, VOIIP Calculation, Farm-out Process Evaluation, CO2 Geological Storage (CCS), Remote Sensing Applications, Geomechanics Storage.

Professional Skills

Teamwork, Analytical Skills, Creative Problem-Solving, Technical Leadership, Active Listening, Responsibility, Leadership, Stakeholder Engagement, Cross-functional Collaboration, Technical Negotiation, Mentoring, Knowledge Transfer.

Languages

Portuguese

Native

Spanish

Native

English

Proficient