The Opportunity:
Make your mark while you grow your career! Are you a highly motivated self-starter with a demonstrated track record of executing high quality work? If so, Canadian Natural has an amazing team waiting for you. Reporting to the Lead Field Engineer, the Field Operations Engineer/Technologist is primarily responsible for managing all production related opportunities while interfacing with Field Operations & Production Engineering teams. When required, you may also work with Facilities to contribute to the technical & functional operation of facilities while delivering safe, reliable & optimized operation while practicing & actively promoting facts & data decision making culture. This role requires minimum 20% of the time to be on site with the balance of time in the office.
Job location: Grande Prairie Office or Fairview Office with travel to various field locations in NW AB
Eligible for relocation to Grande Prairie, Fairview or surrounding area
Shift schedule: 5 x 2, 8-hour shifts
Safety sensitive position: Yes
Application deadline: August 15, 2025
Key Accountabilities:
Maximize production through optimization of wells and facilities, facilitate KPI’s for equipment performance such as pumps, plungers, well treatments and compressor performance
Develop safe, effective and efficient well servicing programs to complete workover operations on identified opportunities and repairs
Provide technical day-to-day support to field operations on production optimization, troubleshooting and regulatory requirements
Manage smaller facility capital projects, optimization initiatives ensuring designs meet expected reliability performance such as runtime
Gather data and drawings and compile MOC packages supporting Facility Engineer and follow the process through to execution.
Fulfill all responsibilities of Front Line Manager, Supervisor as outlined in the Safety Management System (SMS)
Determine operating and capital cost requirements to ensure base volume maintenance, WO budget and forecasting
Develop project estimates to ensure they are all inclusive, accurate and payout with-in corporate guidelines
Ensure flaring and all other directives, regulations and IRP’s are adhered to
Ensure the appropriate key personnel are involved and/or consulted as required, including Superintendents, Production Managers, Foreman, Maintenance Foreman, Production Engineering, Facility Engineering, Technologists, etc.
What You Bring to the Role:
Minimum of 4 years of industry experience in Engineering or Operational role
Require Engineering Degree or Engineering Technology Diploma
Ability and desire to progress to LSS Green belt within 2 years
Possesses knowledge in economics, financial reporting, controls & ethical practices
Demonstrate a high level of communication, organization & analytical skills
Ability to adapt to frequently changing external and internal requirements by adjusting current and developing new business practices
Demonstrates strong commitment to safety and environmental principles and practices
What We Offer:
Competitive salary, stock options, company matched stock savings plan, annual bonuses
May be eligible for relocation pursuant to Canadian Natural’s Relocation Policy
100% Employer paid extended Health, Dental and Vision Benefits
Health & Wellness Spending Account
Multiple volunteer opportunities within the community
Employee & Family Assistance Program
Access to online learning platforms for continuous learning and development
Paid vacation and time off during Christmas week and summer Fridays
Check out our COMPENSATION & BENEFITS to learn more about what we have to offer!
