Production Engineer Jobs in Alberta (NOW HIRING)

The Opportunity:

Make your mark while you grow your career! Canadian Natural is looking for a Facilities Engineer for our Calgary head office! You will work with a dynamic group of professionals in the Facility, Operations and Production teams to engineer and construct new or optimize existing facilities in Alberta. Your work will include identifying opportunities for enhanced production, reduced costs, improved reliability and safety, debottlenecking, greenhouse gas reductions and implementing new technology. 

You will have significant career growth opportunity by applying your understanding of conventional oil and gas facilities in support of projects and optimization opportunities in Alberta.

• Job location: Calgary, Alberta *
• Shift schedule: 5 x 2, 8-hour shifts
• Safety sensitive position: Yes
• Application deadline: August 28, 2026 

* Please note that travel to the field is required

Key Accountabilities: 

• Promote innovation with Operations, Facilities and Production Engineering input ensuring optimal technologies and designs are used for each facility application while sharing incorporated operational experience throughout the company
• Encourage safety awareness within your projects and actively promote safety in the field during your regular trips to perform project work and meet with Canadian Natural's operations
• Be knowledgeable and work in accordance with all applicable codes, guidelines, directives and regulations
• Manage new and sustaining capital projects plus optimization initiatives from scoping to close-out (including all permit and regulatory applications) through Canadian Natural's Management of Change program
• Provide technical support for Operations and Production such as identifying applicable code and Canadian Natural standards, material specification, troubleshooting and problem solving of facility issues
• Participate in the area production team meetings to ensure alignment of goals and priorities with front line staff as well as liaise with the area superintendents and production managers on work prioritization

What you bring to the Role:

• APEGA registered P.Eng. in good standing, showing application of your engineering degree through a minimum of 4 years of relevant experience in the design, construction and operation of Western Canadian conventional oil and gas production facilities
• Experience in facilities process safety review through MOC, PHA, HAZOP, "What if" and other applicable techniques
• A proven team player with strong interpersonal and communication skills to develop and maintain collaborative working relationships while demonstrating a high level of cooperation and mutual respect
• Additional positive attributes for the position:
  • Gas and/or oil processing plus piping design related experience
  • Field-based operational or engineering support experience including facility optimization, troubleshooting, field supervision and managing construction personnel
  • Solid organizational, analytical, and multitasking skills, such as being able to manage several projects concurrently
  • Proficiency in spreadsheets and engineering software applications

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!

We are proud to be ranked as one of Forbes' Canada's Best Employers in 2025 and 2026.

We invest in your career through offering a culture that focuses on developing people, working together and doing it right, with fun and integrity.

Industry Leader: We commenced business in 1989 with a handful of employees and modest production, but today we employ more than 10,000 people and produce over 1 million BOE/d.

Community Investment: Social responsibility is a critical element of our commitment to responsible operations and part of our success and pride as a Company. We are committed to investing in the communities where we live and work, creating shared value along the way.

Compensation and Benefits: We strive to share Company success with all employees through a comprehensive total compensation package.

Our People, Our Stories: Our stories demonstrate the strong culture that exists at Canadian Natural - one that focuses on developing people, working together and doing it right, with fun and integrity.

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All candidates applying to Canadian Natural must have legal authorization to work in Canada with no restrictions. 

While we appreciate all applications we receive, kindly note only candidates under consideration will be contacted.