Michael Cronin

Reservoir Engineer ExxonMobil

Michael Cronin is the Editor-in-Chief of TWA. He works as a reservoir engineer in the Upstream Research Company at ExxonMobil. He holds a PhD in energy and mineral engineering (petroleum & natural gas engineering option) from Pennsylvania State University, a master’s degree in geological sciences from the University of Texas at Austin, and dual bachelor’s degrees in petroleum & natural gas engineering and geosciences (with honors) from Pennsylvania State University, where he received the 2011 Eric A. Walker Award. Cronin is a member of SPE since 2009 and recipient of the 2019 Cedric K. Ferguson Medal and the 2021 SPE Regional Young Professional Member Outstanding Service Award. His technical interests include enhanced oil recovery in ultratight
reservoirs, gas injection, phase behavior, applied analytical modeling, reservoir simulation, and experimental core analysis. He lives in Houston with his wife Susanna and their three children.

Production

All Things Underground Storage With Zachary Evans

Former TWA Editor in Chief and reservoir engineer at ExxonMobil, Michael Cronin, sits down with DarkVision's Zachary Evans to discuss underground storage and how changes in the industry can inspire the next generation of engineers.

April 25, 2024 • Michael Cronin • The Way Ahead
Career development

Letter from the TWA Editor: How To Get Better at Reservoir Engineering

In this month’s Letter from the TWA Editor in Chief, I share my thoughts and perspectives on how to get better at reservoir engineering.

September 11, 2023 • Michael Cronin • The Way Ahead
Netflix and Drill—Exploring Heroes in Oil and Gas-Related Films

The oil and gas industry is frequently featured in Hollywood films and TV series creating strong emotional reactions such as an iconic west Texas landscape with pump jacks as far as the eye can see, a rowdy band of colorful personalities with untamed appetites for adventure, and the stunning visuals provided by offshore platforms and drilling vessels.

September 10, 2023 • James Blaney • The Way Ahead
Career development

Keeping Humans in the Loop: The Value of Doing Technical Work "By Hand" at Least Once

TWA Editor in Chief, Michael Cronin, shares his thoughts on the importance of not relying solely on software.

August 13, 2023 • Michael Cronin • The Way Ahead
From the TWA Editor— How To Be a Change Agent: Business/Life Lessons From Watching Tugboats at Work

In this article, I explore and reflect on what the everyday workings of tugboats can teach us about leading smart change initiatives in our workplaces, communities, and personal lives.

March 27, 2023 • Michael Cronin • The Way Ahead
Technology

Perspectives of Young Influencers in Subsurface Engineering

In a recent SPE Live session three of the 2022 TWA Energy Influencers shared their perspectives on the emerging trends in subsurface engineering.

October 13, 2022 • Michael Cronin • The Way Ahead
Career development

Just Say the Word: How Language Certifications Expand Your Voice

The article hopes to illuminate the existence of language certifications and provide useful information and perspectives to the readership.

May 9, 2022 • Michael Cronin • The Way Ahead
Technology

Dog Eat Dog: Chasing Scale in a Crowded, Maturing Permian

Premium acreage costs in the Permian have increased industry interest in acreage swaps, divestment, and M&A activity.

August 14, 2019 • Andreas Michael • The Way Ahead
Technology

Saltwater Disposal: A Key to Permian Productivity

As the Permian Basin has boomed again, recent conversations focused on how pipeline takeaway capacity limits the ability of operators to develop the basin to its full potential. In addition to solving the takeaway problem, water management is another bugbear waiting to be addressed.

February 28, 2019 • Andreas Michael • The Way Ahead
Students/education

Sustaining Technical Excellence: The Importance of Continual Learning for Professionals and Students

For technical innovation and skill progression for individuals and institutions, continual learning and exposure to new ideas is vital.

June 28, 2017 • Michael Cronin • The Way Ahead