Brian Davis
About Brian Davis
Brian Davis is a Systems Engineer III specializing in Mechanical Engineering, currently working at Centuria in Norman, Oklahoma. He holds both a Bachelor of Science and a Master of Science in Petroleum Engineering from the University of Oklahoma and has extensive experience in the petroleum engineering industry, focusing on technology and electronics.
Work at Centuria
Brian Davis has been employed at Centuria as a Systems Engineer III (Mechanical Engineering) since 2021. His role involves applying his expertise in mechanical engineering to various projects within the organization. He is based in Norman, Oklahoma, where he contributes to the development of innovative engineering solutions.
Education and Expertise
Brian Davis holds a Master of Science (M.S.) in Petroleum Engineering from the University of Oklahoma, which he completed from 2016 to 2018. He also earned a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Petroleum Engineering from the same institution, graduating in 2011. Additionally, he is pursuing a Green Belt certification and has achieved LEAN Six Sigma, demonstrating his commitment to continuous improvement methodologies.
Background in Engineering
Prior to his current position, Brian worked at several notable companies in the engineering sector. He served as a Technical Training / Senior Engineer at C&J Energy Services from 2013 to 2015 in Corpus Christi, Texas. He also held the position of Coiled Tubing Field Engineer at Coil Tubing Services, a division of Schlumberger, from 2011 to 2013 in the Bakersfield, California area. His experience includes technical data development and engineering roles at ECS from 2019 to 2021.
Research and Development Initiatives
Brian has a strong interest in technology and electronics within the petroleum engineering industry. He has explored wireless downhole telemetry solutions and meshed networked systems, similar to LoRa implementations. His thesis involved designing a low-cost downhole computer that utilizes geothermal energy through thermoelectric generators. He aims to design and implement a smart field to enhance reservoir economic life and increase estimated ultimate recoveries (EURs).
Teaching Experience
Brian served as a Graduate Teaching Assistant at the University of Oklahoma from 2016 to 2018. In this role, he assisted in the education of undergraduate students, contributing to their learning in petroleum engineering. His teaching experience complements his technical expertise and enhances his ability to communicate complex concepts effectively.