[Skip to main content](#main-content) [OpenNash Jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/) [Hiring report](/reports/hiring/) · [All Canadian Natural Resources jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/canadian-natural-resources/) · [Search jobs](/search/) Canadian Natural Resources · Fort McMurray, AB, Canada # Piping Designer Student Fort McMurray, AB, Canada Full-time Design Listed on Canadian Natural Resources’s official careers site. Posted August 17, 2026. Check that it is still open and apply there. [Apply on Canadian Natural Resources’s careers site →](https://ehaa.fa.ca2.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/CNRL-Campus/job/2425483) [OpenNash Jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/) / [Canadian Natural Resources](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/canadian-natural-resources/) / Piping Designer Student ## Job description ### The Opportunity Are you a student looking for an exciting opportunity that is full of meaningful, diverse, and ambitious assignments working alongside industry leading professionals? Join Canadian Natural, where we strive to provide opportunities based on your abilities, helping you to contribute in a meaningful way and apply your academic experience to challenging and rewarding projects! We are seeking a motivated Designer Student to join our Engineering team. Working alongside experienced engineers and designers, you will contribute to the development and execution of engineering work orders and projects supporting oil sands operations. This position provides hands-on exposure to industrial facilities, engineering design, and multidisciplinary teamwork. ### Job location Calgary or Fort McMurray, Alberta – Horizon Oil Sands Site Shift schedule: Horizon Oil Sands: 4 days on, 3 days off, 10 hour-shifts (Monday – Thursday) ### Term length 12 Months Term starts: January or May 2027 Safety sensitive position: Yes Key Accountabilities: - Prepare and revise engineering drawings including P&IDs, general arrangements, piping layouts,3D modelling, and isometrics using CAD software tools - Support engineers in developing design packages for brownfield and greenfield projects - Participate in field walkdowns to verify existing plant conditions and collect engineering data - Update engineering drawings and technical documentation to maintain accurate records - Assist with 3D model reviews and identify constructability or design clashes - Coordinate with mechanical, piping, civil, electrical, instrumentation, and process engineering teams - Ensure designs comply with company standards, industry codes, and HSE requirements Support Management of Change (MOC) documentation and engineering deliverables - Assist with material take-offs (MTOs), technical reports, and design calculations - Participate in design reviews, safety meetings, and continuous improvement initiatives What You Bring to The Role: Currently enrolled in Mechanical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering Technology, Drafting & Design Technology, Civil Engineering, or a related program Eligible to participate in a registered co-op or internship program Experience with AutoCAD; familiarity with Plant 3D, MicroStation, CADWorx, or similar software is an asset Basic understanding of engineering drawings, drafting standards, and industrial design principles - Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills - Excellent written and verbal communication skills - Ability to work effectively in multidisciplinary teams Willingness to work in both office and operating plant environments Commitment to safe work practices and continuous learning - Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook). Previous industrial experience is an asset but not required What We Offer: Competitive salary Quality camp facilities with multiple amenities available Company Sponsored Fly-In/Fly-Out from Calgary or Edmonton, Alberta May be eligible for relocation to Calgary, Edmonton or Fort McMurray pursuant to Canadian Natural’s Relocation Policy Multiple volunteer opportunities within the community Opportunities to partake in initiatives such as the Intern Social Committee Check out our COMPENSATION & BENEFITS overview to see what we have to offer! If you are interested in this exciting student work term opportunity, please include your resume, cover letter and unofficial transcripts as part of your online application. All candidates applying to Canadian Natural must have legal authorization to work in Canada with no restrictions. We wish to thank all applicants for their interest and effort in applying for the position; however, only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted. This posting will close once a successful candidate has been selected. ## At a glance - Posted by the employer: Aug 17, 2026 - First seen by OpenNash: Oct 11, 2026 - Last checked: Oct 18, 2026 - Listed for: 62 days - Location: Fort McMurray, AB, Canada - Employment type: Full-time[Apply on Canadian Natural Resources’s careers site →](https://ehaa.fa.ca2.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/CNRL-Campus/job/2425483) ## More jobs at Canadian Natural Resources ### [Administration Student - Oil Sands](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/canadian-natural-resources/jobs/8b00538b372faedb04f4/) Fort McMurray, AB, Canada ### [Administration Student - Oil Sands Projects](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/canadian-natural-resources/jobs/8ad07ad91960e416a26c/) Fort McMurray, AB, Canada ### [Campus Recruitment Student - Oil Sands](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/canadian-natural-resources/jobs/31ca70654efe8511daed/) Fort McMurray, AB, Canada ### [E&I Maintenance Planner](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/canadian-natural-resources/jobs/b02e1f4972aeba42f594/) Fort McMurray, AB, Canada ### [Electrical & Instrumentation Engineering Student](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/canadian-natural-resources/jobs/576b6e520611e7f73114/) Fort McMurray, AB, Canada ## Similar jobs at other companies ### [Plumbing and Piping Drafter/Designer](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/johnson-controls-international/jobs/e50edaa986c45e26759e/) Johnson Controls International · Nisku-Alberta-Canada ### [Student Internship - UX Designer](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/abb/jobs/159582da4e8ac9ce4334/) ABB · Lodz, Poland ### [Piping Designer - Natural Gas](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/quanta-services/jobs/1f8f825fbe993b59e535/) Quanta Services ### [EDE Mechanical/ Piping Designer](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/johnson-controls-international/jobs/046be4e933ab200c4ce0/) Johnson Controls International · Nisku-Alberta-Canada ### [Piping Designer](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/larsen-toubro/jobs/682bf4fdd496b7fc2c69/) Larsen & Toubro · Powai OpenNash lists jobs from employers’ own careers sites and does not handle applications. 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