Hybrid Project Geophysicist at Canadian Natural Resources Limited

The Opportunity:

Make your mark while you grow your career! At Canadian Natural, we are currently seeking an experienced Geophysicist with strong technical and communication skills to join the Thermal Exploration team. We are looking for an individual who will be a key player within a dynamic and collaborative group of professionals focused on using geophysical expertise to provide integrated seismic interpretations. The role will support current and future development projects with the goal of optimizing and expanding thermal bitumen production.

• Job location: Calgary, Alberta
• Shift schedule: 5 x 2, 8-hour shifts (Monday to Friday)
• Safety sensitive position: Yes
• Application deadline: August 29, 2025

Key Accountabilities:

• Work in a team environment including Geoscientists and Engineers to identify and progress growth opportunities within Canadian Natural’s Thermal portfolio (SAGD, CSS, and Steamflood)
• Perform high quality interpretation of 2D, 3D, and 4D seismic volumes integrated with geological mapping and engineering data for detailed reservoir characterization and production optimization 
• Provide seismic support for the planning and execution of multiple drilling programs including stratigraphic test wells and horizontal production and injection wells
• Working alongside Canadian Natural’s seismic operations and technical support teams, recommend and manage the planning, acquiring, and processing Q.C. of seismic programs to support the business needs of the asset team

What You Bring to The Role:

• 5+ years of petroleum geophysics experience with a Bachelor of Science in Geophysics
• Registration or eligibility for registration with APEGA is required
• Demonstrated skills with problem-solving, communication, organization, and the ability to work in a high pace team environment
• Strong seismic interpretation skills including proficiency with Petrel and Seisware
• Demonstration of fundamental seismic interpretation skills including synthetic well ties & modelling, horizon and amplitude mapping, time-to-depth conversion, and various seismic attribute analysis techniques
• Working knowledge of AVO/inversion techniques and 4D seismic workflows is considered an asset

What We Offer:

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.

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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.