Mechanical Engineering Student - Projects - U2

Canadian Natural; Fort McMurray; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Canadian oil and gas company is seeking a Mechanical Engineering student for a 12-month work term located in Fort McMurray. The role involves supporting engineering teams with operations and maintenance tasks while learning in a collaborative, safety-focused environment. Applicants must be enrolled in a Mechanical Engineering program and possess a valid Alberta driver's license. This opportunity provides a chance to gain hands-on experience and contribute to major projects while enjoying competitive camp facilities.

Benefits

Company Sponsored Fly-In/Fly-Out

Quality camp facilities

Volunteer opportunities

Student relocation assistance

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a bachelor’s degree program in Mechanical Engineering or near graduation.
• Previous engineering experience is an asset.
• Valid Class 5 Alberta driver's license or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Engineering Team in operations, maintenance, or construction support.
• Understand process plant operations and equipment.
• Collaborate with teams to ensure alignment with operations needs.
• Review data to improve maintenance frequency and uptime.
• Develop cost-effective strategies for problematic equipment.
• Gather field measurements and data for engineers.
• Focus on safety, cost reduction, and reliability.

Skills

Team collaboration

Problem-solving

Process understanding

Data analysis

Safety focus

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Mechanical Engineering Student - Projects - U2

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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 and 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 the Horizon and Albian Oil Sands operations.

• Job location: Fort McMurray, Alberta – Horizon Oil Sands Site
• Shift schedule: 4 days on, 3 days off, 10 hours/day (Monday – Thursday)
• Term length: 12 months
• Term starts: January or May 2026
• Safety sensitive position: Yes

Key Accountabilities:

• Assist the Bitumen Production and/or Upgrading and Utilities Engineering Team in activities relating to operations, maintenance or construction support
• Understand process plant operation and equipment
• 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 our uptime on equipment
• Participate in developing cost effective strategies for equipment that is problematic in the field
• Gather field measurements & data to assist engineers
• Focus on safety, cost reduction and reliability

What You Bring to The Role:

• Currently enrolled in a bachelor’s degree program in Mechanical Engineering or within one year of graduation
• Previous engineering 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 abstract and comfortable driving work trucks in a safe manner

What We Offer:

• Quality camp facilities with multiple amenities available
• Company Sponsored Fly-In/Fly-Out from Calgary or Edmonton, Alberta
• 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

If you are interested in this exciting student work term opportunity, please include your resume, cover letter and unofficial transcripts as part of your online application.

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

We wish to thank all applicants for their interest and effort in applying for the position; however, only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted. This posting will close once a successful candidate has been selected.

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.