Mechanical Engineering Student

3 months ago

Fort McMurray Alberta TP, Fort McMurray region, Canada Canadian Natural Resources Limited Full time

The Opportunity:

Exciting opportunity alert If you're a student keen on diving into the world of mining, our Mine Tailings team is the place to be Exposed to some of the leading software programs used for equipment reliability, our Tailings facilities at the Albian Oil sands site are world class. You will get hands-on experience in activities relating to operations, maintenance and new reliability initiatives as it relates to a variety of Pumps, engines, drives, dredges and barge equipment. Contributing to optimizing maintenance strategies for our top-notch Mining equipment.

If you are mechanically inclined, have an interest in machinery and do not mind getting your hands dirty, this opportunity is perfect for you

  • Term length: 8 or 12 months
  • Term start: September 2025
  • Job location: Fort McMurray, AB - Albian Sands
  • Shift schedule: 4 x 3 - 10 hours (Monday - Thursday)
  • Safety sensitive position: Yes

Key Accountabilities:

  • Assist the Tailings team in activities relating to operations, maintenance and new reliability initiatives as it relates to a variety of Pumps, engines, drives, dredges and barge equipment. We possess some of the leading and groundbreaking equipment in this field.
  • Review and develop standards as it applies to technical information, equipment rebuild, critical spare parts, maintenance strategy and MTTF tracking development . The incumbent will also be part of team for development of modern software tools used for condition monitoring.
  • Collaborate with Tailings maintenance, reliability , projects and operations.
  • Apply engineering principles to assess, solve and design tailings solutions.
  • Coordinate and collaborate with various disciplines and departments within Mine, Geotechnical, Process Innovation, and Tailings Operations to resolve engineering issues and ensure alignment with operations needs and requirements.
  • Participate in developing and executing testing strategies in the field and lab to treat tailings.
  • Assist senior engineers and team members by gathering field and lab data, creating and maintaining databases, providing modelling support, and assist in producing deliverables.
  • Duties subject to change, pending business needs.
  • Working in validating and modifying engineering documentation as well as leading MOC’s (management of change) for design modifications.

What You Bring to The Role:

  • Currently enrolled in a Bachelor Degree Program in Mechanical Engineering
  • Previous reliability and/or heavy industry experience considered an asset
  • A class 5 driver’s license and a relatively clean driver’s abstract is required for this position. Ability to drive in the mine with no known restrictions.
  • Required to be physically and mentally fit for work
  • A pre-employment drug and alcohol test must be successfully completed

What We Offer:

  • Competitive salary
  • Quality camp facilities with multiple amenities available
  • Multiple volunteer opportunities within the community
  • Company Sponsored Fly-In/Fly-Out from Calgary or Edmonton, Alberta
  • Students may be eligible for relocation assistance pursuant to Canadian Natural’s Student Relocation Policy. Students will be responsible for finding their own accommodations during the work term.
  • Opportunities to partake in initiatives such as the Intern Social Committee

If you are interested in this exciting student work term opportunity, please include your resume, cover letter (optional) and unofficial transcripts as part of your online application.

Check out our COMPENSATION & BENEFITS overview to see what we have to offer

Canadian Natural operates one of the largest Campus Recruitment programs in the country, hiring over 400 students every year. Students hired on with us are made to feel a part of the team, gaining high level experience, knowledge, and training that introduces and prepares them for full-time employment. Students may be considered for permanent, full-time positions upon graduation through our New Grad program Our structured New Graduate Developmental Programs exemplify our mission to develop our people.
We are proud to share that Canadian Natural has been ranked as a Top Employer for 2023 & 2024 by Canada's Future Workforce.
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.
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