Conventional Production Engineer

Job Description

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.

As a Production Engineer, you will work with your team to maximize the profitability of an area by optimizing production, operating cost, and capital efficiency.

• Job location: Calgary, Alberta (In Office)
• Work schedule: 5 x 2, 8-hour shifts
• Safety sensitive position: Yes
• Application deadline: June 22, 2026
• Regular travel to the field required

Key Accountabilities

• Work with asset team members (Exploitation, Exploration, Land and Field Operations) to set, monitor and meet production targets while optimizing production and maximizing value within operating budgets.
• Advance development and exploration projects by providing preliminary scoping and design for proposed facilities, pipeline construction and upgrades, and by working with Field Operations and Facilities teams to finalize these designs.
• Research, evaluate and recommend completion/work over candidates to maximize the company’s oil and natural gas production.
• Provide cost estimates for and approve AFEs and mail ballots for wells and facilities, and check and approve related invoicing.
• Liaise with Production Accounting, Financial Accounting, Marketing, Joint Ventures and Commercial Operations as required.
• Encourage safety awareness to prevent accidents within operations.

What You Bring To The Role

• 4+ years of industry experience with an Engineering Degree or equivalent.
• Registration or eligibility for registration with APEGA as a P. Eng.
• Strong knowledge of completions, workovers and production facilities and pipelines.
• Familiarity with surface and downhole production operations (oil and natural gas), artificial lift methods, and property evaluations.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary, stock options, company‑matched stock savings plan, and 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.

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