2027 Environment & Regulatory EIT

Canadian Natural; Calgary; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation support

Full benefits

Wellness account

Mentoring

Online learning

Job summary

Canadian Natural is launching an Engineer-In-Training program designed to expose you to operations, field engineering, and regulatory work across Alberta and BC. You will rotate through disciplines, complete a two-year field assignment, and engage in mentorship with senior engineers and operations staff, helping you meet APEGA requirements to become a P.Eng within five years.

Upon completion, you will transition into a Calgary-based Regulatory EIT or GHG EIT role within the Regulatory,

Qualifications

• Must be completing or have completed an undergraduate engineering degree (BEng) in 2027.
• Eligible for APEGA Membership In Training immediately upon graduation.
• Valid Class 5 driver's license with clean record.
• Experience working in a multi-disciplinary team is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Participate in a structured EIT program with rotations across Operations and Field Engineering.
• Engage in field assignments generally lasting two years, with FIFO to mining assets as needed.
• Transition into a Calgary-based Regulatory EIT or GHG EIT role after completion.

Skills

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Self-direction

Adaptability

Oil and gas experience

Education

Undergraduate engineering degree (BEng)

Job description

Jump-start your career as a Professional Engineer!

The Engineer-In-Training Program is a structured developmental program designed to give you maximum exposure to different areas at Canadian Natural through rotational options and a mentorship program with senior engineers and operations staff, while helping the individual satisfy APEGA’s requirements to become a P.Eng within 5 years.If you're a New Grad Engineer who is passionate about making a difference and is eager to take on new challenges, we'd love to hear from you!

The Environmental & Regulatory EIT program includes:

• A mandatory field assignment generally lasting two (2) years that builds your experience in both Operations and Field Engineering with exposure to mining and convention/thermal asset integrity
  • This requires permanent relocation within AB and/or BC, as well as a period requiring fly in fly out (“FIFO”, out of Calgary or Edmonton) to our mining assets
• Roles within Thermal Regulatory and ESG & Corporate Communications

Upon completion of the program, the role transitions into the Calgary office into a Regulatory EIT or GHG EIT role as part of our Regulatory, Stakeholder & Environmental Affairs Team. You will be part of a team that values collaboration, creativity, and innovation, and you'll have the opportunity to learn and grow as an engineer.

• Job Locations: Alberta and/or BC Field Office, Horizon/Albian Operations, Calgary Head Office
• Shift schedules: 8 x 6,10-hour shiftsor 7 x 7, 12-hour shifts (may include night rotations)
• Start dates: Flexibility throughout 2027
• Safety sensitive position: Yes

Key Accountabilities:

• Challenging and fast-paced work environment to grow your skills
• Flexibility in decisions to maximize creative problem solving
• Independence and self-direction in tasks
• Collective approach to leadership with low formality
• Action-orientated work focused on maximizing the company’s bottom line

What You Bring to the Role:

• Completion or projected completion of a undergraduate engineering degree in 2027
• Passion for the Regulations and Technical Emissions Reporting and Policy that supports responsible development of the Canadian oil and gas industry
• Registration or eligibility for registration with APEGA as a Member In Training immediately upon graduation
• Valid Class 5 driver’s license or equivalent with a clean driver’s abstract and no restrictions
• Familiarity with and understanding of working in a multi-disciplinary team environment
• Oil and gas experience is an asset, previous engineering work experience as a student is preferred

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
• Informal mentoring to help you grow and succeed
• Access to online learning platforms for continuous learning
• Professional membership association fees covered
• Paid vacation and time off during Christmas week and summer Fridays

About Us

Many of our students are successfully hired for permanent positions upon graduation. Our structured New Graduate Developmental Programs exemplifies our mandate to develop and advance our people. We are proud to share that Canadian Natural has been ranked as a Top Employer for 2023, 2024 and 2025 by Canada's Future Workforce and also 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.

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.