Area Geophysicist (Thermal)

Canadian Natural; Calgary; On-site; CAD 110,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stock options

Company matched stock savings plan

Annual bonuses

Relocation support

Employer‑paid extended Health, Dental,

Vision Benefits

Health & Wellness Spending Account

Employee & Family Assistance Program

Online learning platforms

Paid vacation and time off during Xmas

Job summary

Canadian Natural is seeking an experienced intermediate to senior Thermal Geophysicist to join our Thermal Exploration team in Calgary. You will deliver integrated seismic interpretations to support SAGD, CSS, and steam flood opportunities across McMurray and Clearwater assets.

You will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to optimize development planning, reservoir performance, and long‑term growth in producing and emerging thermal projects.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of Canadian petroleum geophysics experience with a Bachelor of Science in Geophysics.
• Registration (or eligibility for registration) with APEGA is required.
• Proven problem‑solving, communication, organizational, and teamwork skills, with the ability to work effectively in a fast‑paced, collaborative environment.
• Strong business acumen with a demonstrated ability to integrate geophysics with economic drivers, focusing effort on high‑value opportunities and optimizing project economics.
• Demonstrated high proficiency with SeisWare or Petrel.
• Familiarity with Subsurface AI (Attribute Studio), Hampson & Russell (Strata, Emerge, Pro4D, AVO), and data analysis tools such as Tableau, ArcGIS, Excel, and Python is also an asset

Responsibilities

• Provide geophysical support to planning and execution of drilling and completion programs, including horizontal, stratigraphic and disposal wells, and thermal producer/injector well pairs.
• Apply seismic interpretation methodologies such as seismic modelling, synthetic well ties, horizon and amplitude mapping, time‑to‑depth conversion, attribute analysis, and 4D difference mapping integrated with geological, petrophysical, and engineering data.

Skills

Geophysics experience

Communication

Teamwork

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor of Science in Geophysics

MSc or PhD asset

Tools

SeisWare

Petrel

Subsurface AI (Attribute Studio)

Hampson & Russell

Tableau

ArcGIS

Excel

Python

Job description

The Opportunity:

Canadian Natural is seeking a well‑rounded intermediate to senior Thermal Geophysicist with strong technical and communication skills to join our Thermal Exploration team. This role offers the opportunity to work across a diverse asset base, delivering integrated seismic interpretations that support current operations and future development opportunities.

You will work closely with multidisciplinary teams to evaluate, optimize, and progress SAGD, CSS, and steam flood opportunities within Canadian Natural’s Thermal portfolio, including McMurray and Clearwater assets. Your work will directly support reservoir performance, development planning, and long‑term growth across producing and emerging thermal projects.

At Canadian Natural, we pride ourselves on long‑term career stability. As one of Canada’s largest independent energy producers, our diversified asset base and disciplined capital strategy allow us to operate steadily through commodity cycles. Joining our team means contributing to sustainable growth while continuing to develop your technical expertise in a collaborative environment with strong in‑house mentorship.

• Job location: Calgary, Alberta
• Shift schedule: Monday to Friday, 8‑hour shifts
• Safety‑sensitive position: No
• Application deadline: November 6, 2026

Key Accountabilities:

• Work in a team environment to identify, evaluate, and progress development and growth opportunities within producing properties and future developments by providing geophysical support to the planning and execution of drilling and completion programs, including horizontal, stratigraphic and disposal wells, as well as thermal producer/injector well pairs
• Apply seismic interpretation methodologies such as seismic modelling & synthetic well ties, horizon and amplitude mapping, time‑to‑depth conversion, attribute analysis, and 4D difference mapping integrated with geological, petrophysical, and engineering data.

What You Bring to the Role:

• 4+ years of Canadian petroleum geophysics experience with a Bachelor of Science in Geophysics (an advanced degree (M.Sc. or Ph.D.) is considered an asset but not required)
• Registration (or eligibility for registration) with APEGA is required
• Proven problem‑solving, communication, organizational, and teamwork skills, with the ability to work effectively in a fast‑paced, collaborative environment
• Strong business acumen with a demonstrated ability to integrate geophysics with economic drivers, focusing effort on the highest‑value opportunities and identifying technical optimizations to improve project economics
• Demonstrated high proficiency with Seisware or Petrel
• Familiarity with Subsurface AI (Attribute Studio), Hampson & Russell (Strata, Emerge, Pro4D, AVO), and data analysis tools such as Tableau, ArcGIS, Excel, and Python is also considered an asset

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