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Mine Projects Engineer

Canadian Natural Resources Limited (Cnrl)

The Role

Overview

Lead planning and execution of mine infrastructure projects ensuring safety, cost, schedule.

Key Responsibilities

  • project planning
  • risk mitigation
  • budget management
  • project reporting
  • regulatory compliance
  • technical design

Tasks

-Lead the planning, coordination, and execution of mine infrastructure and development projects—from concept to completion -Proactively identify and mitigate project risks to maintain schedule and cost performance -Manage project scopes, budgets, and schedules to deliver functional, cost-effective solutions -Deliver consistent project reporting and updates to internal stakeholders and leadership -Ensure full compliance with safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements throughout all project phases -Provide technical support for the design and development of haul roads, river diversions, river crossings, saline water treatment systems, Albian Surface Water plan, and Sand and Gravel Management plans -Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Mine Operations, Technical Services, Environmental, Regulatory, and Finance

Requirements

  • vulcan
  • deswik
  • autocad
  • apega
  • 3+ years
  • bachelor's

What You Bring

-Familiarity with tools such as Vulcan, AutoCAD, or Project Management Software is an asset -Proven experience with mine design software (Vulcan and Deswik) -Company Sponsored Fly-In/Fly-Out from Calgary or Edmonton, Alberta -Registered (or eligible for registration) with APEGA -Strong knowledge of project management methodologies, engineering principles, and safety regulations -3+ years of experience in mining engineering -Excellent communication, stakeholder engagement, and problem-solving skills -Bachelor’s degree in Mining Engineering

Benefits

-100% Employer paid extended Health, Dental and Vision Benefits -Multiple volunteer opportunities within the community -Employee & Family Assistance Program -Competitive salary, stock options, company matched stock savings plan, annual bonuses -May be eligible for relocation pursuant to Canadian Natural’s Relocation Policy -May be eligible for additional premiums -First class camp facilities -Health & Wellness Spending Account

The Company

About Canadian Natural Resources Limited (Cnrl)

-Grows into one of Canada’s leading independent energy producers. -Operates a globally diversified portfolio including oil sands mining, thermal in situ, conventional wells, and offshore operations. -Runs major oil sands projects such as Horizon and Athabasca, tapping vast resources of synthetic crude. -Long-lived, low-decline assets support consistent dividends and disciplined reinvestment strategies. -Balances heavy and light liquids with natural gas production. -Adopts a capital-efficient approach with hierarchical decision-making, maintaining a low-cost operational advantage. -Avoids layoffs during downturns, focusing on cost control and workforce continuity.

Sector Specialisms

Energy

Oil Sands Mining

Thermal in situ Oil Sands

Heavy Crude Oil Production

Light Crude Oil Production

Natural Gas Production

Synthetic Crude Oil Production

Polymer Flood Enhanced Oil Recovery

Bitumen Production

Oil Upgrading

Carbon Capture and Storage

Midstream Infrastructure

Pipeline Operations

Electricity Cogeneration

Renewable Energy Initiatives

Solar Energy

Wind Energy

Environmental Services

Project Management

Exploration and Development Services

Natural Gas Liquids (NGL) Production