New Grad, Process Data Solutions, Calgary (June 2027)

Oil Authority; Calgary; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

New Grad Committees and Development

Networking & Engagement opportunities

Relocation support may be available

Job summary

Cenovus Energy in Calgary, AB invites graduates to join its New Grad Program in Operational Technology. Three consecutive 12-month rotations will rotate across Process Data Solutions, OT Systems, and Advanced Process Controls, with the goal of placing you in a permanent role upon completion and potential relocation.

You will apply engineering, CS and data analytics skills to collect, validate, analyze and transform operational data for production optimization and smarter engineering decisions,

Qualifications

• Legally authorized to work in Canada
• Available to begin work June 2027
• Undergraduate Engineering, Computer Science or Software Development degree obtained by May 31, 2027 and completed in 2025–2027
• Has less than two years of professional experience related to this discipline
• Demonstrates strong analytical, problem-solving, communication and collaboration skills
• Exposure to programming or scripting, preferably Python
• Familiarity with SQL, databases, Git, cloud computing, APIs, web development, or industrial data historians is an asset

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with engineering, operations and IT/OT teams to understand production processes, data requirements
• Analyze production data to identify trends, anomalies and opportunities to improve performance
• Develop and maintain scripts, data models and integrations using PI System, SQL and Python
• Support design, testing and deployment of tools, dashboards and APIs
• Investigate data quality and system integration issues and communicate findings to stakeholders
• Other duties as needed by business

Skills

Engineering

Computer Science

Software Development

Python

SQL

Data Analytics

Git

Education

Engineering, Computer Science, or Software Development degree

Tools

PI System

SQL

Python

Databases

Git

Cloud platforms

Job description

Start Date: June 2027

Location: Calgary, AB

About this opportunity

Cenovus’s New Grad Program aims to attract, develop and retain exceptional new grads to build a top talent pipeline for the company. The program provides new grads with a broad understanding of Cenovus’s core business through challenging work assignments, training and development, field exposure and the opportunity to develop a large network of contacts through networking and mentorship opportunities.

Our Program consists of three consecutive 12-month rotational assignments that span Cenovus’s varied business areas. Upon completion of the three-year program, you will be matched to a permanent role within the organization. This role will be based on business need, and relocation may be required.

As a Process Data Solutions New Graduate within Operational Technology, you will apply your knowledge of engineering, computer science, data analytics and software development to real-world challenges in upstream oil and gas operations. Working alongside experienced engineers and technical specialists, you will help develop solutions that collect, validate, analyze and transform operational data to support production optimization, measurement accuracy, equipment performance and engineering decision-making. This opportunity combines engineering problem-solving with technologies such as industrial data historians, databases, automation, big data platforms and application development. The ideal candidate is analytical, curious and motivated to build practical, sustainable solutions across engineering and software disciplines.

Your rotations could sit within many exciting business functions, including:

• Process Data Solutions & Software Development
• OT Systems, Security & Infrastructure
• Advanced Process Controls & Process Optimization

Note: The application deadline for this position is 11:59 pm MT on November 2, 2026.

What you’ll do

Responsibilities may include:

• Collaborate with engineering, operations and IT/OT teams to understand production processes, operational challenges and data requirements.
• Analyze production and process data to identify trends, anomalies, inefficiencies and opportunities to improve operational performance.
• Develop and maintain scripts, calculations, data models and integrations using technologies such as the PI System, SQL, Python and cloud-based data platforms.
• Support the design, testing and deployment of engineering tools, automated workflows, dashboards, APIs and web-based applications.
• Investigate data quality and system integration issues, document technical solutions and communicate findings to technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Other duties will vary depending on the business needs.

Who you are

• Our ideal candidate will have the following minimum qualifications:
• Legally authorized to work in Canada
• Available to begin work June 2027
• Must have an undergraduate Engineering, Computer Science, Software Development related program degree obtained by May 31, 2027, and completed within the last 2 years (2025, 2026, or 2027).
• Has less than two years of professional experience related to this discipline of study, excluding student experience.
• Demonstrates strong analytical, problem-solving, communication and collaboration skills.
• Has exposure to programming or scripting, preferably Python, and an interest in operational data, industrial automation and engineering systems.
• Familiarity with SQL, databases, Git, cloud computing, APIs, web development, data visualization or industrial data historians is considered an asset.

We acknowledge the value of transferable skills and may consider equivalent combinations of experience and education should you not meet a specific requirement.

New Grad Program Benefits:

• Access to New Grad Program Committees including Learning & Development, Networking & Engagement, Brown Bag, and the Social Committee.
• Various support from direct leaders, program leads, ambassadors and more.
• 3 rotations yearly that build a breadth of development and business acumen in future leaders and technical experts.

Relocation

If you will need to relocate for your first rotation/home location, support will be provided as per Cenovus’ internal policies.

Additional information

• Please note that only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
• Learn more about our New Grad Program!

Cenovus was ranked one of Canada’s Best Employers in 2025. We’re committed to being an employer of choice in our industry by offering a competitive total rewards package and employee programs and rewarding career development opportunities. Learn more.

Who we are

Cenovus is an integrated energy company headquartered in Calgary. We’re committed to maximizing value by developing our assets in a safe, responsible and cost-efficient manner. We operate in Canada, the United States and the Asia Pacific region. Our operations include oil sands projects in northern Alberta, thermal and conventional crude oil and natural gas projects across Western Canada, crude oil production offshore Newfoundland and Labrador and natural gas and liquids production offshore China and Indonesia. Cenovus’s downstream operations include upgrading, refining and marketing operations in Canada and the United States.

Find Cenovus on LinkedIn, Facebook and Instagram.

New Grad Program

We all want to start our careers on the right foot, and Cenovus Energy’s New Grad Program helps you do exactly that. Through three, 12-month rotations in your chosen discipline, you’ll get access to real-world projects, cutting-edge technology, and mentorship from industry experts.

What we offer:

• Total rewards: Competitive salary, performance-based bonus, vacation time and pension contributions to support your financial future.
• Networking & events: Attend career development sessions, build your professional network and engage in volunteer work.
• New Grad committee: Enjoy fun and inclusive events that help build community and foster connections across the organization.
• Relocation support: Relocation assistance may be available.

The Cenovus experience

Our development philosophy

• Internal course offerings
• Education assistance for additional development
• Opportunities to work on special projects
• Leadership development programs for emerging and established leaders

We actively promote internal job movement, recognizing the value of gaining new perspectives, building connections across teams, and applying expertise in new ways. As a fully integrated energy company, we believe that sharing knowledge across our business and operations creates stronger outcomes — for employees and for the company as a whole.

Our culture

• Our purpose: We energize the world to make people’s lives better.
• Our values:
  • Protect what matters
  • Do it right
  • Make it better
  • Do it together
• Cenovus Cares: We believe in the power of purpose-driven work. Our Employee Giving and Volunteering Program, Cenovus Cares, connects our people to our purpose, inspiring action and elevating impact year-round.
  • Support causes you care about with volunteer opportunities in and outside of work.
  • Earn donation grants while volunteering (up to $1,000 per event).
  • Receive donation matching up to $10,000 annually.
• Staff resource groups: We have various staff resource groups to help ensure our people feel a sense of belonging and can grow and do their best work. These voluntary groups are employee-led and all groups are open to all staff in all locations.

Equal opportunity employer

We believe a workplace where everyone has merit-based opportunities to grow, achieve career aspirations and feel a sense of belonging benefits our people, our company and the regions where we live and work. We embrace and encourage different perspectives and approaches, which help us make better business decisions. We believe that through this approach, we can solve challenges, seize opportunities and unlock innovative solutions.

To achieve an unbiased and respectful workplace, individuals are evaluated based on qualifications, merit and abilities, and we encourage applications from all qualified candidates. We also acknowledge the value of transferrable skills and may consider equivalent combinations of experience and education should you not meet a specific requirement.

For more information about working at Cenovus, visit cenovus.com.