Mel Dulam

Record-breaking, industry-shifting senior-level Wells Engineer globally experienced in deepwater and onshore wells design and operations, including contract management, safety campaign leadership and people development. Superior blend of innovation, extensive technical knowledge, stakeholder engagement, and people management skills leveraged to deliver award-winning solutions to the most complex and challenging issues as part of consistent operational excellence. Unparalleled commitment to quality and safety as a relentless driver of continuous improvement initiatives, routinely strengthening efficiency and lowering costs. Permanent U.S. resident with green card and no work restrictions. 

I’m a Senior Wells Engineer and PMP® with over 20 years of global experience leading complex onshore and offshore drilling projects across Southeast Asia, the Middle East, and the U.S. Throughout my career, I’ve consistently delivered industry “firsts” in deepwater exploration, extended-reach drilling, and smart well recompletions—initiatives that have set new benchmarks for safety, performance, and efficiency. My work has driven multi-million-dollar cost savings, enhanced operational reliability, and earned recognition from Shell, Schlumberger, and industry peers.

I lead cross-functional teams through high-impact operations, training transformations, and strategic improvements. I’m passionate about blending deep technical expertise with innovation—leveraging tools like AI, VR, and data analytics to improve how we train, operate, and deliver value. Whether mentoring future engineers or optimizing well performance, I’m always focused on pushing boundaries, improving safety, and making a lasting impact in the energy sector.

Master of Science in Project Management (with Distinction), Robert Gordon University, Aberdeen, Scotland
Post-Graduate Diploma in Petroleum Engineering (with Distinction), Heriot-Watt University, Edinburgh, Scotland
Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering (Cum Laude), University of the Philippines - Diliman