Job Description

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! We are currently looking for a Mining Engineer-in-Training (EIT) to join our Horizon Mine Engineering team. In this role, you will be given the opportunity to showcase your expertise by supporting the evaluation, development, and execution of mine and projects plans through collaboration with Canadian Natural Mine Operations, Geotechnical Engineering, Maintenance, Process Engineering and Mine Technical Services groups. Your contributions will help support the safe, reliable and cost-effective operations of a world-class mining facility, guided by Canadian Natural’s core value of safety.

• Job location: Fort McMurray, Alberta – Horizon Oil Sands site
• Shift schedule: 4 x 3, 10-hour shifts (Monday - Thursday) *
• Safety sensitive position: Yes
• Application deadline: April 13, 2026

* Please note: Shift schedule and/or relocation to Calgary may be required based on business needs within the first year of employment.

Key Accountabilities:

• Prepare mine, tailings, infrastructure project and capital plans to achieve Canadian Natural’s business objectives
• Develop and communicate detailed plans and reports to comply with regulatory requirements
• Collaborate on design issues with operations and management personnel to ensure plan effectiveness
• Develop cost and execution packages for tailings and mining projects
• Responsible for maintenance, operation and upkeep of relevant cost models
• Maintain orderly data, perform consistently accurate calculations, and use mine planning software to complete assigned tasks

What You Bring to the Role:

• Degree in Mining, Civil or Geological Engineering
• Registered or eligibility to register as an EIT with APEGA
• Previous experience in the oil sands industry, especially in tailings, is an asset
• Experience with mine planning software; Maptek Vulcan, Minebridge Muk3D, and Runge XACT/XPAC is an asset
• Possess a valid Class 5 driver’s license

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary, stock options, company matched stock savings plan, annual bonuses
• 100% Employer paid extended Health, Dental and Vision Benefits
• May be eligible for relocation pursuant to Canadian Natural’s Relocation Policy
• May be eligible for additional premiums
• Company Sponsored Fly-In/Fly-Out from Calgary or Edmonton, Alberta
• First class camp facilities
• Health & Wellness Spending Account
• Multiple volunteer opportunities within the community
• Employee & Family Assistance Program

Check out ourCOMPENSATION & 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.

Check out some of our Employee Testimonials!

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.