Niran Persad
About Niran Persad
Niran Persad is a Petroleum Engineer II currently employed at Touchstone Exploration Inc., where he has worked since 2019. He has a background in petroleum engineering and chemical engineering, with previous roles at the Ministry of Energy & Energy Industries and a solid educational foundation from the University of the West Indies.
Work at Touchstone Exploration
Niran Persad has been employed at Touchstone Exploration Inc. since 2015. He began his career there as a Trainee Petroleum Engineer, a role he held for one year until 2016. Following this, he advanced to the position of Petroleum Engineer I, where he worked for three years until 2019. Currently, he serves as a Petroleum Engineer II, a position he has held for five years. His experience at Touchstone Exploration encompasses various aspects of petroleum engineering, contributing to the company's projects and initiatives.
Previous Experience in the Energy Sector
Before joining Touchstone Exploration, Niran Persad worked at the Ministry of Energy & Energy Industries. He served as a Petroleum Operations Engineer from 2013 to 2015, gaining valuable experience in the energy sector over two years. Additionally, he held the position of Associate Professional in Chemical Engineering for five months in 2012 to 2013. His early career also included a brief stint as an On-the-Job Trainee at the Ministry of Education in 2012.
Education and Expertise
Niran Persad earned his Bachelor of Science degree from the University of the West Indies, completing his studies from 2008 to 2012. He furthered his education by obtaining a Master of Science degree from the same institution, studying from 2013 to 2016. His academic background provides a strong foundation in petroleum engineering and chemical engineering, which supports his professional roles in the industry.