At a Glance
- Tasks: Jump-start your engineering career with hands-on experience in environmental and regulatory roles.
- Company: Join a leading Canadian oil and gas company focused on innovation and sustainability.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, health benefits, stock options, and extensive career development opportunities.
- Other info: Flexible start dates in 2027 and opportunities for relocation within Alberta and BC.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in the energy sector while growing your skills and network.
- Qualifications: Must be a new grad engineer with a passion for regulations and emissions reporting.
The predicted salary is between 47250 - 57750 $ per year.
The Opportunity: Jump-start your career as a Professional Engineer! The Engineer-In-Training Program is a structured developmental program designed to give you maximum exposure to different areas at Canadian Natural through rotational options and a mentorship program with senior engineers and operations staff, while helping the individual satisfy APEGA's requirements to become a P.Eng within 5 years. If you're a New Grad Engineer who is passionate about making a difference and is eager to take on new challenges, we'd love to hear from you!
The Environmental & Regulatory EIT program includes:
- A mandatory field assignment generally lasting two (2) years that builds your experience in both Operations and Field Engineering with exposure to mining and convention/thermal asset integrity.
- This requires permanent relocation within AB and/or BC, as well as a period requiring fly in fly out (FIFO, out of Calgary or Edmonton) to our mining assets.
- Roles within Thermal Regulatory and ESG & Corporate Communications.
- Upon completion of the program, the role transitions into the Calgary office into a Regulatory EIT or GHG EIT role as part of our Regulatory, Stakeholder & Environmental Affairs Team.
You will be part of a team that values collaboration, creativity, and innovation, and you'll have the opportunity to learn and grow as an engineer.
Job Locations: Alberta and/or BC Field Office, Horizon/Albian Operations, Calgary Head Office
Shift schedules: 8 x 6, 10-hour shifts or 7 x 7, 12-hour shifts (may include night rotations)
Start dates: Flexibility throughout 2027
Safety sensitive position: Yes
Application deadline: October 22, 2026
Key Accountabilities:
- Challenging and fast-paced work environment to grow your skills.
- Flexibility in decisions to maximize creative problem solving.
- Independence and self-direction in tasks.
- Collective approach to leadership with low formality.
- Action-orientated work focused on maximizing the company's bottom line.
What You Bring to the Role:
- Completion or projected completion of an undergraduate engineering degree in 2027.
- Passion for the Regulations and Technical Emissions Reporting and Policy that supports responsible development of the Canadian oil and gas industry.
- Registration or eligibility for registration with APEGA as a Member In Training immediately upon graduation.
- Valid Class 5 driver’s license or equivalent with a clean driver’s abstract and no restrictions.
- Familiarity with and understanding of working in a multi-disciplinary team environment.
- Oil and gas experience is an asset, previous engineering work experience as a student is preferred.
What We Offer:
- Competitive salary, stock options, company matched stock savings plan, annual bonuses.
- May be eligible for relocation pursuant to Canadian Natural's Relocation Policy.
- 100% Employer paid extended Health, Dental and Vision Benefits.
- Health & Wellness Spending Account.
- Multiple volunteer opportunities within the community.
- Extensive career development opportunities:
- Informal mentoring to help you grow and succeed.
- Access to online learning platforms for continuous learning.
- Professional membership association fees covered.
- Paid vacation and time off during Christmas week and summer Fridays.
- Employee & Family Assistance Program.
2027 Environment & Regulatory EIT in Calgary employer: 2027 Environment & Regulatory EIT
Canadian Natural is an exceptional employer that prioritizes the growth and development of its employees, particularly through its Engineer-In-Training Program. With a strong focus on mentorship, competitive benefits including comprehensive health coverage and relocation support, and a collaborative work culture, new graduates will find ample opportunities to thrive in their careers while making a meaningful impact in the oil and gas industry. The dynamic environment across Alberta and British Columbia ensures that you will gain invaluable hands-on experience and be part of a team dedicated to innovation and responsible resource development.
Contact Details:
2027 Environment & Regulatory EIT Recruitment Team