Engineering Information Management Student - Oil Sands

Canadian Natural Resources Limited; Calgary; On-site; CAD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Volunteer opportunities

Relocation assistance

Intern Social Committee

Job summary

Canadian Natural Resources Limited is seeking a student for a 12-month internship at the Horizon Oil Sands site in Calgary. You will assist the Upgrading and Utilities Engineering Team with operations, maintenance, or construction support using Hexagon Smart Plant and data-centric systems.

The role emphasizes collaboration across Operations, Maintenance, and Project teams, development of automation, and data integration while applying Electronics/Mechanical or Computer Science knowledge.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a bachelor's program, or within 1 year of graduation, in Engineering (Electrical or Mechanical) or Computer Science.
• Programming experience in C++, C#, VBScript, Python is an asset.
• Valid Class 5 Alberta driver’s license with clean record.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Upgrading and Utilities Engineering Team with operations, maintenance or construction support using Hexagon (Smart Plant) tools.
• Support data-centric systems and automation initiatives to meet continuous improvement goals.
• Integrate data across multiple systems and collaborate with project and operations teams.
• Review assets to improve maintenance frequency and outcomes.
• Work with interdisciplinary teams to resolve engineering data tool issues and improve workflows.
• Collaborate with the 3D modeling team to enhance deliverables and reconcile data across documentation.
• Assist in writing code to automate data processes and support as-building activities.

Skills

C++, C#, VBScript, Python

Field experience

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Computer Science (or within 1 year of graduation)

Tools

Hexagon Smart Plant

3D modeling workflows

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Job Description

The Opportunity:

Are you a student looking for an exciting opportunity that is full of meaningful, diverse, and ambitious assignments working alongside industry leading professionals? Join Canadian Natural, where we strive to provide opportunities based on your abilities, helping you to contribute in a meaningful way and apply your academic experience to challenging and rewarding projects!

Our Horizon Oil Sands site is a world-class asset offering countless opportunities to advance your career. Comprised of surface oil sands mining, bitumen processing and upgrading facilities, this vast project offers challenging opportunities in an environment where teamwork, innovation, and your expertise are valued. Apply your abilities using industry-leading technologies and contribute to the success of our Oil Sands operations.

• Job location: Calgary, Alberta – Head Office
• Shift schedule: 5 days on, 2 days off, 8 hours per day (Monday – Friday)
• Term length: 12 months
• Term starts: January and May 2027
• Safety sensitive position:Yes

Key Accountabilities:

• Assist the Upgrading and Utilities Engineering Team in activities relating to operations, maintenance or construction support, in the use of Engineering and design systems based on Hexagon (Smart Plant) suite of products
• Support the EIM team in identifying improvements in the data centric systems to meet aim in continuous improvement practices and contribute to meet Wildly Important Goals
• Support the integration of data across multiple data centric solutions and identify opportunities for automation
• Collaborate with project and operations teams to ensure proper alignment with operations needs and requirements
• Review assets and data to see where we can improve the frequency of maintenance and be able to improve
• Interact with various disciplines and departments within Operations, Maintenance, or project execution teams to identify solutions to issues related to engineering design tools
• Work with the 3D modeling team to identify ways for enhancing their workflows, quality of deliverables from the 3D modeling tool, and facilitate resolution of data inconsistencies
• Assist in writing code to automate data processes related to engineering information content
• Assist the As-building team reconciling concurrent engineering information together with actual field conditions to facilitate as building of documentation and data centric systems

What You Bring to The Role:

• Currently enrolled in a bachelor’s degree program, or within one year of graduation, in Engineering (Electrical or Mechanical) or Computer Science
• Previous engineering experience is considered an asset
• Computer programming (C++, C#, VBScript, Python) is considered an asset
• Previous field experience is considered an asset
• Possess a valid Class 5 Alberta driver’s license or equivalent out of province license with a reasonably clean driver's abstract and be comfortable driving work trucks in a safe manner

What We Offer:

• Multiple volunteer opportunities within the community
• Students may be eligible for relocation assistance pursuant to Canadian Natural’s Student Relocation Policy (Students will be responsible for finding their own accommodations during the work term)
• Opportunities to partake in initiatives such as the Intern Social Committee

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

About Us

Canadian Natural operates one of the largest Campus Recruitment programs in the country, hiring over 400 students every year. Students hired on with us are made to feel a part of the team, gaining high level experience, knowledge, and training that introduces and prepares them for full-time employment.

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.