Marissa M. Mercado
About Marissa M. Mercado
Marissa M. Mercado is a Petroleum Engineer at Chevron in Bakersfield, California, with extensive experience in drilling, completions, and well site operations.
Current Role at Chevron
Marissa M. Mercado currently holds a position as a Petroleum Engineer at Chevron, located in Bakersfield, California, United States. This role involves the application of her extensive knowledge in drilling, completions, and well site operations, reflecting her diverse skill set and expertise.
Previous Roles at Chevron
Marissa's career at Chevron has included various roles, providing her with a broad range of experiences. She served as a Drill Site Representative from 2018 to 2019 in San Joaquin Valley. Prior to that, she was a Well Site Representative from 2015 to 2017 in the same region. These positions further refined her skills in field operations. Additionally, Marissa worked as a Drilling and Completions Engineering Intern in 2014 for three months in Bakersfield, CA, and as a Petroleum Engineering Operations Intern in 2013 for two months in Covington, LA.
Field Internship at Apache Corporation
Before joining Chevron, Marissa gained early industry exposure through a Field Internship at Apache Corporation in 2012. Located in Elk City, Oklahoma, this three-month internship enabled her to acquire valuable hands-on experience in petroleum engineering operations, laying a solid foundation for her future roles.
Research Experience at University of Oklahoma
During her academic tenure at the University of Oklahoma, Marissa M. Mercado worked as an Enhanced Recovery Techniques Student Researcher from 2013 to 2015. This two-year research project allowed her to delve deeply into enhanced recovery methods, contributing to her expertise in petroleum engineering.
Educational Background
Marissa completed the Accelerated BS/MS Petroleum Engineering Program at the University of Oklahoma, studying from 2010 to 2015. This rigorous five-year program provided her with a strong educational foundation in petroleum engineering, equipping her with the skills necessary for her diverse career in the industry.