Careers

Northstar has more than a quarter century of operating history worldwide. We believe that our people create and contribute to a strong corporate culture and our reputation.

At Northstar, our business decisions have always been guided by our core values; integrity, customer focus, innovation, and initiative. We look for people whose personal core values match ours and we pride ourselves on having the best team in the industry.

Northstar offers more than just competitive compensation, benefits and career development; we offer the opportunity to become a member of our close-knit team of professionals as well as a sense of pride in knowing you are contributing to the growth of an evolving organization.

Machinist

We are currently recruiting for a Machinist in our Edmonton Machine Shop. This rewarding opportunity requires a strong machining background in a fast paced environment. Our Machinists will have the opportunity to develop new, industry specific tools and prototypes. This position offers growth and the opportunity for quick advancement.

Main Responsibilities

  • Machining as required
  • Provide training and mentorship
  • Provide technical support
  • Ensure proper documentation is completed
  • Work closely with Engineers to develop new tool designs and prototypes
  • Assist with identifying shop...
Field Specialist, Drillstem Testing

The Northstar Field Specialist is a challenging and rewarding position. The position offers work in diverse and exciting international locations. The rigorous 6/3 overseas rotation (6 weeks in the field, 3 week leave) exposes the Field Specialist to all aspects of field testing and offers opportunities for travel and career growth.

The Field Specialist position is open to both Canadian and International applicants. Specialists with spend the majority of there time  in the field  on various locations working...

Apprentice Machinist

We are currently recruiting for an Apprentice Machinist in our Edmonton Machine Shop. This rewarding opportunity requires a machining background coupled with a strong desire to learn in a fast paced environment.

Main Responsibilities:

  • Machining as required
  • Take direction from senior machinists
  • Ensure proper documentation is completed
  • Continuous learning
  • Assist with continuous improvements

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Field Engineer

The Northstar Field Engineer (NFE) is a challenging and rewarding position. Northstar recently started NFE program with the goal of recruiting candidates with high potential and developing them into versatile, well rounded leaders in a compressed time frame (1 - 2 years). The rigorous 6/3/3 overseas rotation (6 weeks in the field, 3 weeks in the office, 3 week leave) exposes the Field Engineer to all aspects of Northstar's business including:

  • Field Operations
  • Operations Management
  • Design Engineering
  • Manufacturing
  • Technical Sales

The Field Engineer must be based in Calgary or...

Drafter

The Drafter will work as part of the Engineering team to assist with developing design drawings and specifications for mechanical equipment and oilfield tools. They will use computer aided design, and engineering software to develop new and support previously designed hydro-mechanical and electro-mechanical downhole tools and devices.

Responsibilities:

  • Creating 3-D part and assembly models and drawings for Northstar designs
  • Creating 2-D machine drawings for the parts
  • Creating 2-D assembly drawings
  • Creating technical manuals and documentation
  • Organizing drawings and revision control...
Territory Manager

Location: Edmonton Alberta

Reports To: Sales & Marketing Manager 

Description: 

Your primary goal is to hunt for new business. You will seek out sales opportunities and build relationships with prospective customers while increasing sales within existing accounts. You will call on accounts in the Northern Alberta territory.

Responsibilities: 

  • Customer service: Coordinate with client services to communicate all required information for sales transactions. Promote efficient follow up process.
  • Product pricing: Understand product...