Thermal Jackfish Exploitation Engineer

Thermal Jackfish Exploitation Engineer

Company: Canadian Natural Resources Limited (CNRL) – Calgary, Alberta

Job Description: As a Thermal Jackfish Exploitation Engineer, you will work on a top‑tier SAGD asset. You will be a key player in a dynamic and collaborative team with Geoscientists, Production Engineers, Reservoir Engineers, and field staff. You will learn to use proven subsurface engineering methods and field operations in an environment that encourages innovation. You will deliver technical and economic evaluations that influence the company’s existing and future assets and implement optimized recovery methods focused on maintaining and growing production sustainably.

Final date to receive applications: January 2, 2026

• Work in a team to identify opportunities and create depletion and/or development plans to maximize the net present value (NPV) of a wide variety of projects.
• Monitor and optimize reservoir performance and recovery strategies for CNRL assets.
• Provide regular project updates and technical evaluation reports for senior management.
• Design and justify potential workovers, steam and depletion plans, operational and reservoir targets.
• Maintain and update monthly and annual production/injection forecasts for thermal wells using technical methods, including input into budget, 10‑year plan, and corporate reserves.
• Ensure incorporation of relevant regulatory and environmental requirements for asset development plans.
• Lead and participate in best‑practice and competitor analysis studies to support continuous improvement of our thermal business.

• 2–15 years of subsurface experience (Production, Exploitation, Reserves, Reservoir). Bachelor of Engineering and registration or eligibility for registration with APEGA.
• Demonstrated problem‑solving, communication, organization and leadership skills.
• Basic knowledge of related disciplines: geology, production, drilling/completions and facilities engineering.
• Experience with data analytics and visualization methods/software (e.g., Tableau, Power BI, Python) is an asset.
• Practical experience with economic analysis and project management is an asset.

• Competitive salary, stock options, company‑matched stock savings plan, annual bonuses.
• Eligibility for relocation per CNRL’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.

Canadian Natural Resources Limited is one of Canada’s leading oil and gas companies, ranked as a Forbes 2025 Canada’s Best Employer. We invest in people and communities, fostering a culture of integrity, fun, and teamwork.

All candidates applying to Canadian Natural must have legal authorization to work in Canada with no restrictions. We appreciate all applications; only candidates under consideration will be contacted.

Mid‑Senior level

Full‑time

Engineering and Information Technology

Oil and Gas