Field Operations Engineer/Technologist

About the role

**The Opportunity:**

At Canadian Natural, we are proud to be a leader in Canada’s energy industry. Join us and help drive innovation and long\-term value through integrity, teamwork, and a passion for doing things right.

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 Resources has an amazing team waiting for you. Reporting to the Lead Field Engineer, the Field Operations Engineer/Technologist is responsible for identifying, managing, and optimizing production\-related opportunities while fostering a culture of fact\-based, data\-driven decision\-making. This role works closely with both Field Operations and Production Engineering teams to support operational excellence and continuous improvement. When required, you may also work with Facilities Engineering to contribute to the technical and functional operation of facilities while delivering safe, reliable and optimized operation. This role requires a minimum of 20% of the time to be on site, with the balance of time in the office.

* **Job location:** Grande Prairie Office or Fairview Office, Alberta \* * **Shift schedule:** 5 x 2, 8\-hour shifts * **Safety sensitive position:** Yes * **Application deadline** : August 3, 2026

*\*Please note, there will be some travel to various field locations in Northwest Alberta*

**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 and optimization initiatives, ensuring designs meet expected reliability performance such as runtime. Determine operating and capital cost requirements to ensure base volume maintenance, WO budget, and forecasting * 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) * Develop project estimates to ensure they are all\-inclusive, accurate, and payout within corporate guidelines. Ensure flaring and all other directives, regulations, and IRP’s are adhered to

**What You Bring to the Role:**

* Minimum of 4 years of industry experience in Engineering or an Operational role * Requires an Engineering Degree or Engineering Technology Diploma * Ability and desire to progress to a Lean Six Sigma Green Belt within 2 years * Possesses knowledge in economics, financial reporting, controls, and ethical practices * Demonstrates a high level of communication, organization, and 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!