Thermal Data Integration Engineer
About the role
The Opportunity JOB DESCRIPTION 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! As a Thermal Data Integration Engineer, you will have the opportunity to make your mark at Canadian Natural while gaining invaluable experience to develop and grow. Our diverse set of thermal facilities (SAGD, steam flood, and CSS) create exciting opportunities for professional growth and innovative opportunities.
You will be a key player in a dynamic and collaborative team of professionals focused on developing and implementing data-based tools and solutions. Working with a multi-disciplinary team of production engineers, field staff and other company professionals, you will use both your knowledge of data systems and thermal operations with the goal of improving productivity and profitability of the Thermal business unit. You will support our business teams by providing daily support for real time data challenges and developing solutions for data storage, visualization, digital processes, automation, and advanced analytics.
- Job location: Calgary, Alberta
- Job type: Full-time temporary
- Shift schedule: 5 x 2, 8-hour shifts
- Safety sensitive position: Yes
- Application deadline: January 11, 2026
Key Accountabilities
- Work within a team of engineers and utilize various software suites to leverage and analyze large data sets, primarily within our Thermal operations
- Develop new data driven tools to improve profitability of our various thermal assets by improving surveillance techniques, optimizing asset performance and reducing costs
- Work directly with operations and engineering disciplines to understand their data-based challenges and develop unique and custom solutions
- Maintain existing databases and data analysis applications by providing troubleshooting and system support
What You Bring To The Role
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Bachelor of Science in Engineering (Mechanical, Energy or Petroleum Engineering is preferred)
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5 plus years of relevant engineering experience; with APEGA registration as a P.Eng. or EIT (Experience in thermal production and/or operations is preferred)
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Knowledge and understanding of Aveva’s PI application suite with preference given to candidates skilled in building and maintaining PI Data Archives and PI Asset Frameworks (Experience with Honeywell’s Uniformance suite is beneficial)
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Commitment for self-learning and a keen interest in developing skills in the emerging uses of data technologies
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Exceptional attention to detail and problem-solving abilities, applying engineering practice with a methodical approach to tackling complex challenges
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Skills in the following areas are beneficial:
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Common programming languages (Python, R, SQL)
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KNIME, Databricks, Git/DevOps
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Visualization platforms such as tableau and Power BI
-
Data science fundamentals and concepts
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Class 5 driver’s license or equivalent
About Us We are proud to be ranked as one of Forbes' Canada's Best Employers in 2025.
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.
About Canadian Natural
Experience challenging and empowering opportunities with Canada’s largest independent crude oil and natural gas producer. Become part of an organization that continually strives for safe, effective, efficient and environmentally responsible operations while contributing to the Canadian economy and giving back to the community.
Thermal Data Integration Engineer
About the role
The Opportunity JOB DESCRIPTION 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! As a Thermal Data Integration Engineer, you will have the opportunity to make your mark at Canadian Natural while gaining invaluable experience to develop and grow. Our diverse set of thermal facilities (SAGD, steam flood, and CSS) create exciting opportunities for professional growth and innovative opportunities.
You will be a key player in a dynamic and collaborative team of professionals focused on developing and implementing data-based tools and solutions. Working with a multi-disciplinary team of production engineers, field staff and other company professionals, you will use both your knowledge of data systems and thermal operations with the goal of improving productivity and profitability of the Thermal business unit. You will support our business teams by providing daily support for real time data challenges and developing solutions for data storage, visualization, digital processes, automation, and advanced analytics.
- Job location: Calgary, Alberta
- Job type: Full-time temporary
- Shift schedule: 5 x 2, 8-hour shifts
- Safety sensitive position: Yes
- Application deadline: January 11, 2026
Key Accountabilities
- Work within a team of engineers and utilize various software suites to leverage and analyze large data sets, primarily within our Thermal operations
- Develop new data driven tools to improve profitability of our various thermal assets by improving surveillance techniques, optimizing asset performance and reducing costs
- Work directly with operations and engineering disciplines to understand their data-based challenges and develop unique and custom solutions
- Maintain existing databases and data analysis applications by providing troubleshooting and system support
What You Bring To The Role
-
Bachelor of Science in Engineering (Mechanical, Energy or Petroleum Engineering is preferred)
-
5 plus years of relevant engineering experience; with APEGA registration as a P.Eng. or EIT (Experience in thermal production and/or operations is preferred)
-
Knowledge and understanding of Aveva’s PI application suite with preference given to candidates skilled in building and maintaining PI Data Archives and PI Asset Frameworks (Experience with Honeywell’s Uniformance suite is beneficial)
-
Commitment for self-learning and a keen interest in developing skills in the emerging uses of data technologies
-
Exceptional attention to detail and problem-solving abilities, applying engineering practice with a methodical approach to tackling complex challenges
-
Skills in the following areas are beneficial:
-
Common programming languages (Python, R, SQL)
-
KNIME, Databricks, Git/DevOps
-
Visualization platforms such as tableau and Power BI
-
Data science fundamentals and concepts
-
Class 5 driver’s license or equivalent
About Us We are proud to be ranked as one of Forbes' Canada's Best Employers in 2025.
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.
About Canadian Natural
Experience challenging and empowering opportunities with Canada’s largest independent crude oil and natural gas producer. Become part of an organization that continually strives for safe, effective, efficient and environmentally responsible operations while contributing to the Canadian economy and giving back to the community.