Alex Sanchez, P.Eng.
About Alex Sanchez, P.Eng.
Alex Sanchez, P.Eng., serves as the Vice President of Production and Environment at Touchstone Exploration Inc. He has over 20 years of experience in reservoir and production engineering, with a strong background in gas, conventional, and heavy oil.
Work at Touchstone Exploration
Alex Sanchez, P.Eng. has been with Touchstone Exploration Inc. since 2014, initially serving as a Senior Production Engineer. In 2021, he advanced to the position of Vice President of Production and Environment. His role encompasses overseeing production operations and ensuring environmental compliance within the company. With nearly a decade of experience at Touchstone, Sanchez has contributed significantly to the company's production strategies and environmental initiatives.
Previous Experience in Engineering
Prior to joining Touchstone Exploration, Alex Sanchez worked at Sherritt International from 2007 to 2014 as a Supervisor and Senior Production Engineer. His earlier career includes roles at RPS Group as a Production/Reservoir Engineer and at Tucker Energy Services as an Open Hole Supervisor. These positions provided him with a solid foundation in reservoir and production engineering, enhancing his expertise in the oil and gas sector.
Education and Expertise
Alex Sanchez holds a degree in Petroleum Engineering from Universidad de América, where he studied from 1994 to 1999. He also completed a Business Essentials program at the Haskayne School of Business from 2015 to 2016. His educational background supports his extensive experience in reservoir and production engineering, with a focus on gas, conventional, and heavy oil.
Professional Skills and Recognition
With over 20 years of experience in the field, Alex Sanchez is recognized for his initiative and leadership abilities, particularly in decision-making and problem-solving. His management and organizational skills have been highly valued by his supervisors throughout his career, contributing to his effectiveness in various engineering roles.
Early Career Background
Alex Sanchez began his career in Colombia, working as a Junior Reservoir Engineer at Ecopetrol from 1999 to 2000. He later served as an Auditor Coordinator at TF Auditores y Asesores Ltda from 2000 to 2002. These early roles provided him with foundational experience in engineering and auditing, setting the stage for his future career in the oil and gas industry.