Canadian Natural Resources Limited (CNRL)

Mine Tailings Engineer

Fort McMurray, AB
On-site
Posted Oct 14, 2026
1 position

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Employment type: Full-time
Experience level: Senior · 5+ years
Minimum education: Bachelor’s degree
Apply by: Oct 28, 2026
Posting language: English
Working hours: 40 hours per week

Job summary

The Mine Tailings Engineer will coordinate tailings projects, develop project scopes, and manage cost estimates to ensure safe and reliable operations. They will also build relationships across cross-functional teams to facilitate alignment and support long-term mine planning objectives.

Job details

The Opportunity: At Canadian Natural, we are proud to be a leader in Canada’s energy industry. Join us and help drive innovation and long-term value through integrity, teamwork, and a passion for doing things right. Make your mark while you grow your career! We are currently seeking a passionate Engineer to join our Albian Mine Tailings team. This is an exciting opportunity to demonstrate your expertise in evaluating, developing, and executing projects. You will work closely with cross functional engineering teams, Mine and Tailings Operations, and other key stakeholders. In this role, you will help develop detailed project scopes, prepare cost estimates, review drawing packages, and coordinate the execution of tailings-related projects. Your contributions will play a key role in ensuring the safe, reliable, and cost-effective operation of a world class mining facility, all while upholding Canadian Natural’s Core Value of Safety Excellence. Job location: Fort McMurray, Alberta – Albian Oil Sands Shift schedule: 4x3, Monday to Thursday, 10-hour shifts Safety sensitive position: Yes Application deadline: October 27, 2026 Key Accountabilities: Understand and develop mine and tailings plans and actively contribute to strategy development Coordinate mine tailings projects to support operations, delivering results on time and on budget Build strong working relationships across operations, technical services, and project teams to facilitate alignment and timely decision-making Proactively assess and refine existing project scopes to improve safety, cost, schedule, and operability outcomes, advancing viable opportunities into the short-range project execution scope Complete front‑end engineering work on key infrastructure projects, including new tailings cells, barge and dredge relocations/replacements, fluid transfer systems, and related assets Develop project execution schedules, identifying resource requirements and constraints in line with long-range planning objectives Translate technical data, model outputs, and planning scenarios into clear, actionable insights, supporting effective communication of trade-offs, risks, and opportunities What You Bring to the Role: Engineering degree with preference for mining or civil background P.Eng APEGA registration (or eligibility to register) Experience in Mine Tailings (relevant oil sand experience considered an asset) Strong project management skills, including budgeting, costing, scheduling, organization, planning, and reporting Proficient with engineering design, mine planning, or drafting software (e.g., AutoCAD, Civil 3D, Vulcan, Muk3D) Results-oriented mindset with the ability to drive work through completion, remove obstacles, and hold both themselves and project stakeholders accountable for commitments Valid Class 5 driver’s license (or equivalent) without restrictions 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 May be eligible for additional premiums Company Sponsored Fly-In/Fly-Out from Calgary or Edmonton, Alberta First class camp facilities Health & Wellness Spending Account Multiple volunteer opportunities within the community Employee & Family Assistance Program Check out our COMPENSATION & BENEFITS to learn more about what we have to offer! We are proud to be ranked as one of Forbes' Canada's Best Employers in 2025 and 2026. We invest in your career through offering a culture that focuses on developing people, working together and doing it right, with fun and integrity. 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. Check out some of our Employee Testimonials! All candidates applying to Canadian Natural must have legal authorization to work in Canada with no restrictions. While we appreciate all applications we receive, kindly note only candidates under consideration will be contacted.

What you’ll do

Requirements

Candidates must hold an engineering degree, preferably in mining or civil engineering, and possess P.Eng APEGA registration or eligibility. Strong project management skills and proficiency in engineering design software such as AutoCAD or Civil 3D are required.