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Lirio Quintero

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Associate Fellow – Research and Technology Development at Baker Hughes
📍 Houston, Texas, United States

Lirio Quintero is a highly accomplished technology leader with over 35 years of experience in the oil and gas industry, primarily with Baker Hughes. Recognized as a true expert in surfactant and fluid technologies, she holds a Ph. D. from Pierre and Marie Curie University and has an extensive portfolio of 47 US patents.

Beyond her technical roles, Lirio is deeply engaged in shaping the future of the energy sector. She serves on the Board of Directors for the Offshore Technology Conference and actively works to empower the next generation, demonstrating a passion for mentorship and fostering inclusion within the industry.

Unique fact: Lirio chaired a panel at the 2025 Offshore Technology Conference titled “Fueling Change: Women at the Forefront of Energy Innovation.

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Experience
23 Years
Current Role
Associate Fellow – Research and Technology Development
Location
Houston, Texas, United States
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Women in Energy
Recently chaired the OTC 2025 panel, “Fueling Change: Women at the Forefront of Energy Innovation, ” highlighting her commitment to inclusion and growth in the sector.
Surfactant Technology
Her core area of expertise for over 35 years, with extensive publications and patents in microemulsions, EOR, and complex fluids.
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Career

Work history

10-2023 - 4-2024
Associate Fellow – Research and Technology Development
Baker Hughes
5-2015 - 9-2023
Senior Technical Advisor - Production Optimization and EOR
Baker Hughes
4-2013 - 5-2015
Senior Technical Advisor - Reservoir Development Services
Baker Hughes
12-1984 - 11-1997
Project Manager of Integrated Deep Drilling
PDVSA Petroleos de Venezuela S.A.
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Education
1980 - 1984
Ph.D
Pierre and Marie Curie University (Paris VI), France
1980 - 1981
DEA (Master degree equivalent) in Petroleum Sciences
Institut Francaise du Petrole - ENSPM, France
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