Canadian Natural Resources Limited (CNRL)

Geotechnical Design Engineer

Geotechnical Design Engineer
Notice info
LocationCalgary, AB
Job Typefull time
On-site
Oil and Gas

About This Job

The Opportunity JOB DESCRIPTION

Diversify and accelerate your career as a Professional Geotechnical Design Engineer with Canadian Natural’s Albian Geotechnical Design and Reporting Team. The Geotechnical Design and Reporting Team provides in-house technical, professional, and engineering leadership to support mining operations at the Albian Oil Sands asset.

The Geotechnical Design Engineer is responsible for producing design solutions for Mine Earth Structures, including tailings containment dams, pit walls, waste dumps, and other civil infrastructure. This person is expected to progress into the role of Designer of Record and/or Engineer of Record, as described by the Alberta Dam and Canal Safety Directive.

Job location: Calgary, Alberta (Travel to the Albian Oil Sands mine site as needed)

Shift schedule: 5 days on, 2 days off - Monday to Friday
Safety sensitive position: Yes
Application deadline: July 27, 2025


Key Accountabilities

Lead geotechnical engineering designs for mine earth structures, including tailings containment dams, pit walls, waste dumps, and other civil infrastructure
Complete or supervise geotechnical design tasks, including design basis preparation, site characterization, numerical modelling and analysis, drafting, and report preparation
Support the planning and execution of geotechnical drilling programs
Complete regular inspections of operating and under construction structures
Act as the geotechnical engineering design focal, or take the role of the Designer of Record, for the assigned mine structures
Work with the Engineer of Record to support construction execution and performance monitoring
Support development of mine and business plans by providing geotechnical criteria, guidance, and support
Prepare geotechnical engineering documents to support submissions for regulatory authorizations
Contribute to the preparation of Annual Performance Review Reports
Contribute to work standards, procedures, and guidelines for the Albian Dam Safety Management Systems and governance programs


What You Bring To The Role

Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Geological Engineering; Master’s degree in Geotechnical Engineering preferred
Registered or eligible for registration with APEGA is required
10+ years of design and construction experience in operational or consulting environment; Experience in design of tailings containment structures preferred
Highly capable with Microsoft Office tools, AutoCAD/Civil 3D, GeoStudio, and other geotechnical engineering design or analysis software


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
Access to online learning platforms for continuous learning and development
Paid vacation and time off during Christmas week and summer Fridays

Check out our COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

to learn more about what we have to offer!

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.

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