Tiantian Zhang
About Tiantian Zhang
Tiantian Zhang is a Production Engineer at Chevron in Houston, Texas, specializing in waterflood and enhanced oil recovery techniques.
Current Position at Chevron
Tiantian Zhang has been serving as a Production Engineer at Chevron since August 2012. Based in Houston, Texas, Zhang specializes in various aspects of production engineering. This role involves optimizing production processes, ensuring efficient resource utilization, and enhancing overall operational efficiency within Chevron's engineering division.
Role at University of Texas at Austin
Between 2006 and 2012, Tiantian Zhang worked at the University of Texas at Austin as a Graduate Research Assistant. During this six-year tenure, Zhang was engaged in intensive research activities, contributing substantially to academic projects in the Austin, Texas area. This role provided a robust foundation for his expertise in the petroleum engineering field.
Advanced Degrees in Petroleum Engineering
Tiantian Zhang pursued advanced studies at The University of Texas at Austin, earning a PhD in Petroleum Engineering between 2010 and 2012. Prior to this, he achieved a Master of Science (MS) in Petroleum Engineering from the same institution, completing the program in 2009. These academic accomplishments underscore Zhang's profound knowledge and expertise in petroleum engineering.
Undergraduate Education in Physics
Tiantian Zhang completed his undergraduate studies in Physics at the University of Science and Technology of China, earning a Bachelor of Science (BS) degree between 2002 and 2006. This foundational education in physics provided a strong technical background, facilitating his transition into specialized fields such as petroleum engineering.
Research in Nanotechnology and Petroleum Engineering
Tiantian Zhang has conducted significant research on nanotechnology applications within the petroleum industry. His research projects, sponsored by the Advanced Energy Consortium, focus on innovative methods to enhance oil recovery and waterflood techniques. These research endeavors aim to advance the efficiency and effectiveness of petroleum extraction processes.