Job DescriptionThe Opportunity:We are seeking a highly motivated Field Facility Engineer to join our growing Kirby and Jackfish SAGD Thermal Operations. In this role, you will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team delivering practical, high-impact engineering solutions that enhance equipment reliability, facility performance, and operational efficiency.
This opportunity is ideal for an engineer who thrives in a hands-on environment, enjoys solving complex operational challenges, and wants to play a direct role in supporting the company's long-term production, reliability and profitability goals.
- Job Location: Lac La Biche - Kirby/Jackfish Site (camp based)
- Shift Schedule: 4x3, 10-hour shifts, Monday to Thursday
- Safety Sensitive Position: Yes
- Application Deadline: July 14, 2026
Key Accountabilities:As the district Facility Engineer, you will champion equipment and process reliability by:
- Building strong working relationships with Operations, Maintenance and Engineering teams to deliver effective solutions to challenging problems
- Providing day-to-day engineering support for critical rotating and static equipment, including pumps, motors, compressors, exchangers, vessels and control valves
- Driving continuous improvement projects focused on production efficiency, equipment reliability and operational excellence
- Leading facility upgrades through the Management of Change (MOC) process from concept through to implementation and commissioning
- Facilitating Root Cause Analysis following unplanned equipment failures & process upsets, and leveraging sustainable corrective actions across the district
- Sharing technical knowledge and mentoring less experienced engineers and team members
- Contributing technical expertise to new greenfield & brownfield projects, debottlenecking, and managing small capital projects
What You Bring to the Role:- Bachelor's degree in mechanical or chemical engineering
- Professional Engineer (P. Eng) registered with APEGA, or an Engineer-in-Training approaching P. Eng eligibility
- 5+ years of engineering experience in Oil & Gas or industrial operations
- Strong experience with rotating equipment (pumps, motors, compressors) in an operating environment
- Working knowledge of reliability methodologies including RCA's, FMEA's, RCM's and PM optimization
- Proven ability to prioritize work and deliver results in a dynamic, fast-paced environment
- Excellent communication, collaboration and stakeholder engagement skills
- Strong analytical and troubleshooting capabilities with the ability to identify practical, field-ready solutions
- Demonstrated initiative, accountability and a passion for continuous improvement
What We Offer:- Competitive salary, stock options, company matched stock savings plan, annual bonuses
- 100% Employer paid extended Health, Dental and Vision Benefits
- May be eligible for relocation pursuant to Canadian Natural's Relocation Policy
- Health & Wellness Spending Account
- Multiple volunteer opportunities within the community
- Employee & Family Assistance Program
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