Kotso, Aku
About Kotso, Aku
Aku Kotso is a Subsurface Engineer at ExxonMobil in Nigeria, with extensive experience in various engineering roles and a strong educational background in engineering disciplines.
Current Position at ExxonMobil
Aku Kotso currently holds the position of Subsurface Engineer at ExxonMobil, a role he has been in since 2010. Based in Nigeria, his responsibilities include conducting regular well surveillance on over 210 wells, implementing the Well bore Risk Management System, and leading production optimization efforts to identify improvement opportunities for well productivity. His efforts significantly contribute to achieving the company's asset performance objectives.
Previous Roles at ExxonMobil
Prior to his current role, Aku Kotso served in multiple capacities at ExxonMobil in Nigeria. From 2008 to 2010, he served as a Facilities Engineer. He also held positions as a Production/Process Technologist from 2005 to 2008, and a Process/Production Technician from 2003 to 2005. These roles have equipped him with a diverse range of experiences in the oil and gas sector, enabling him to build a comprehensive understanding of various engineering functions.
Educational Background in Engineering
Aku Kotso holds a Master of Science (MSc) in Subsea Engineering from the University of Strathclyde, which he achieved from 2012 to 2013. He also possesses a Bachelor of Engineering (B.Eng.) in Chemical Engineering from the University of Port Harcourt, completed between 2005 and 2008. Additionally, he earned a Full Technological Diploma in Production/Process Technology from City & Guilds of London from 2003 to 2005, and a National Diploma in Petroleum & Gas Processing Engineering Technology from the Petroleum Training Institute, Effurun, Delta State, completed from 1999 to 2001.
Achievements in Well Production
Aku Kotso developed a safe troubleshooting procedure that successfully brought two wells back into production, saving an estimated $10 million by avoiding the need for a rig intervention program. His efforts demonstrate his capability to significantly impact operational efficiency and cost savings in the oil and gas industry.
Implementation of Well bore Risk Management System
In his role as Subsurface Engineer, Aku Kotso coordinates the implementation of the Well bore Risk Management System (WIMS) at ExxonMobil. This system focuses on casing pressure management and integrity checks, crucial for maintaining the safety and efficiency of well operations. His involvement ensures compliance with WIMS objectives, bolstering the reliability and safety of the company's drilling and production activities.