Teja Peddeti
Perth,WA
Summary
LWD/DD Field Engineer with over 3 years of experience supporting accurate well placement and formation evaluation across both onshore and offshore drilling operations. Skilled in directional drilling, BHA design, real-time geosteering, and LWD/MWD data acquisition. Experienced in drilling dynamics optimization, BHA vibration mitigation, and telemetry troubleshooting, contributing to improved operational efficiency and reduced non-productive time. Proficient in SAP for equipment tracking, inventory management, and tool life cycle support, including maintenance and repairs of M/LWD equipment. Committed to safe work practices, continuous learning, and effective teamwork to deliver reliable and efficient well delivery services.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
LWD/DD Field Engineer
Halliburton
Jandakot, WA
03.2025 - Current
- Operate and manage LWD tools to deliver accurate formation evaluation data, including resistivity, gamma ray, density, and neutron measurements.
- Design and optimize bottom-hole assemblies (BHAs) using MAXBHA, and execute directional drilling operations to achieve planned well trajectories with precision.
- Monitor and interpret real-time downhole data for Geo-steering decisions, formation evaluation, and drilling parameter optimization.
- Analyze drilling dynamics, and recommend parameter adjustments to improve performance and tool reliability.
- Prepare daily drilling reports, formation evaluation logs, and end-of-well documentation aligned with client and regulatory requirements.
- Lead on-site HSE practices, risk assessments, JSA, and compliance with ISO 9001, 14001, and 45001 standards to ensure safe operations.
- Collaborate with drilling engineers, geologists, and company representatives to deliver optimized well placement and operational efficiency.
LWD Field Engineer
Halliburton
Jandakot, WA
04.2023 - 03.2025
- Operate, configure, and maintain LWD/MWD tools to deliver accurate real-time formation evaluation and drilling data.
- Monitor and interpret real-time downhole measurements (resistivity, gamma ray, density, neutron, inclination, azimuth) to support geosteering and formation evaluation.
- Diagnose, troubleshoot, and resolve tool and telemetry issues on-site to minimize non-productive time.
- Prepare and deliver daily drilling updates, LAS files, and real-time and recorded well logging data.
- Implement HSE procedures, conduct pre-job risk assessments, and ensure compliance with ISO and safety standards.
LWD R&M Technical Professional
Halliburton
Jandakot, WA
01.2022 - 04.2023
- Assemble, inspect, calibrate, and test LWD tools and components in accordance with engineering drawings, QA standards, procedures, and manufacturer specifications.
- Perform preventive maintenance, diagnostics, and functional verification on MWD/LWD tools to ensure reliability and field readiness.
- Conduct pressure ( Seal Integrity Test), real-time tests to validate tool integrity and operational limits.
- Maintain accurate service records, tool test results, calibration reports, and traceability documentations.
- Utilise SAP for material ordering, inventory tracking, and equipment lifecycle management to support maintenance planning and operational efficiency.
- Support root cause analysis, implement corrective actions, and collaborate with engineering and field teams to enhance tool performance.
- Adhere to all HSE protocols and safe work practices during repair, testing and maintenance activities.
Education
Master of Professional Engineering - Petroleum Engineering
Curtin University
Perth, WA12-2021
Bachelor of Technology - Petroleum Engineering
K L University
Guntur, India05-2019
Skills
- Directional Drilling Operations
- Formation Evaluation
- Hydraulic Calculations
- Bottom Hole Assembly Design
- Drilling Dynamics optimization
- Well Planning
- Anti-collision monitoring
- Torque and Drag Analysis
- Well, trajectory control
- Downhole Telemetry
- Real-time Logging Data Interpretation
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Quality Control
- Risk Assessment
- HSE and SQ
- SAP, CWI and Power BI
Certification
- IOSH Managing Safety
- BSC Level 2 in fire safety
- BSC level 2 in risk assessment
- 4WD license
- Australian Type C driver's license
- WA sealed source radiation license (Cs-137, AmBe-241)
- Queensland sealed source radiation license (Cs-137)
- BOSIET with CA-EBS
- Wellsite permit to work
- Forklift license
- ISI certification
Websites
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
LWD/DD Field Engineer
Halliburton
03.2025 - Current
LWD Field Engineer
Halliburton
04.2023 - 03.2025
LWD R&M Technical Professional
Halliburton
01.2022 - 04.2023
Master of Professional Engineering - Petroleum Engineering
Curtin University
Bachelor of Technology - Petroleum Engineering
K L University