Well Planner II: Drilling Design & Planning

Rosehill Resources, Inc.; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Rosehill Resources, Inc. is seeking a Well Planner II to support the development of well plans and engineering designs, enabling safe, efficient, and cost-effective drilling operations.

The role works closely with senior engineers, drilling teams, and clients to contribute to well design, planning activities, and operational execution. You will perform basic to intermediate calculations, analyze data, and prepare technical documentation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in petroleum/reservoir engineering, mechanical engineering, or related field.
• Minimum 1+ year of drilling engineering or well planning experience.
• Basic knowledge of drilling operations and well design concepts.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the development of well plans and trajectories; support drilling programs.
• Perform basic to intermediate engineering calculations (hydraulics, torque & drag).
• Support operational schedules and data analysis to optimize planning.
• Analyze offset well data to support planning and optimization.
• Collaborate with drilling supervisors and engineers to address issues.
• Identify risks and assist in mitigation planning.
• Ensure compliance with HSE standards and regulatory requirements.
• Prepare End of Well Reports and well programs; maintain technical docs.
• Provide support to ongoing drilling operations as needed.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Well planning concepts

Engineering calculations

Analytical thinking

Communication teamwork

Learning mindset

Engineering software familiarity

Education

Bachelor’s degree in petroleum/ Reservoir Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field

Job description

Rosehill Resources, Inc. is seeking a Well Planner II to support the development of well plans and engineering designs, enabling safe, efficient, and cost-effective drilling operations.

The role works closely with senior engineers, drilling teams, and clients to contribute to well design, planning activities, and operational execution. You will perform basic to intermediate calculations, analyze data, and prepare technical documentation.