Field Operations Engineer/Technologist

Canadian Natural•Grande Prairie, AB

22d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Field Operations Engineer/Technologist is responsible for identifying, managing, and optimizing production-related opportunities while fostering a culture of fact-based, data-driven decision-making. This role works closely with both Field Operations and Production Engineering teams to support operational excellence and continuous improvement. When required, you may also work with Facilities Engineering to contribute to the technical and functional operation of facilities while delivering safe, reliable and optimized operation. This role requires a minimum of 20% of the time to be on site, with the balance of time in the office.

Requirements

Minimum of 4 years of industry experience in Engineering or an Operational role
Requires an Engineering Degree or Engineering Technology Diploma
Ability and desire to progress to a Lean Six Sigma Green Belt within 2 years
Possesses knowledge in economics, financial reporting, controls, and ethical practices
Demonstrates a high level of communication, organization, and analytical skills
Ability to adapt to frequently changing external and internal requirements by adjusting current and developing new business practices
Demonstrates strong commitment to safety and environmental principles and practices
Must have legal authorization to work in Canada with no restrictions

Responsibilities

Maximize production through optimization of wells and facilities, facilitate KPI’s for equipment performance such as pumps, plungers, well treatments, and compressor performance
Develop safe, effective, and efficient well-servicing programs to complete workover operations on identified opportunities and repairs
Provide technical day-to-day support to field operations on production optimization, troubleshooting, and regulatory requirements
Manage smaller facility capital projects and optimization initiatives, ensuring designs meet expected reliability performance such as runtime. Determine operating and capital cost requirements to ensure base volume maintenance, WO budget, and forecasting
Gather data and drawings and compile MOC packages supporting Facility Engineer and follow the process through to execution
Fulfill all responsibilities of Front-Line Manager, Supervisor as outlined in the Safety Management System (SMS)
Develop project estimates to ensure they are all-inclusive, accurate, and payout within corporate guidelines. Ensure flaring and all other directives, regulations, and IRP’s are adhered to