Houston, Texas, United States
Onsite
At South Bow, we do one thing, and we do it well: safely moving oil between some of the world’s most critical markets. We’re building our high-performing team with versatile thinkers who thrive on solving big challenges together. If you’re ready for a position where your skills are highly valued and your work is incredibly important, we want to meet you. Bring your talents to a new streamlined energy company, dedicated to operational, commercial and safety excellence as we pursue our critical purpose of delivering the energy people need.
The Opportunity
South Bow is seeking a Senior Project Engineer to support the development and execution of major energy infrastructure projects. This role will provide technical leadership across project engineering, facilities design, regulatory support, permitting, construction readiness, and project execution activities.
The successful candidate will work closely with project leadership, engineering contractors, regulatory agencies, and internal stakeholders to ensure projects are developed and delivered safely, efficiently, and in alignment with project objectives.
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced senior engineer who enjoys working in a dynamic project environment and contributing to the successful delivery of large-scale capital projects.
What You'll Do
Project Engineering & Technical Leadership
Provide engineering leadership and technical guidance throughout project development and execution.
Support engineering activities from concept development through detailed design, construction, and commissioning.
Review, coordinate, and oversee engineering deliverables prepared by engineering contractors and consultants.
Ensure technical solutions are safe, reliable, cost-effective, and aligned with project objectives.
Major Project Execution
Support execution planning, project readiness assessments, and constructability reviews.
Collaborate with project controls, supply chain, land, environmental, and construction teams to advance project milestones.
Monitor technical risks, identify mitigation strategies, and support project decision-making.
Contribute to cost estimates, schedules, forecasting, and execution plans.
Regulatory & Permitting Support
Support regulatory applications, permitting activities, and technical submissions.
Interface with regulatory agencies, stakeholders, and subject matter experts as required.
Ensure engineering activities meet applicable regulatory requirements, codes, standards, and corporate governance expectations.
Assist with responses to regulatory information requests and technical inquiries.
Facilities Engineering
Support the design and execution of pipeline, pump station, terminal, and related facilities infrastructure.
Coordinate multidisciplinary engineering activities across mechanical, civil, electrical, instrumentation, and process disciplines.
Participate in design reviews, HAZOPs, risk assessments, and technical assurance processes.
Support commissioning, startup, and operational readiness planning.
Stakeholder Collaboration
Build strong working relationships with internal teams, contractors, consultants, and external stakeholders.
Provide technical updates and recommendations to project leadership.
Support continuous improvement, lessons learned, and knowledge-sharing initiatives.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Engineering from an accredited institution.
Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation or eligibility for registration.
Minimum 10–15 years of experience in engineering and project execution within the energy, pipeline, facilities, or infrastructure sectors.
Demonstrated experience supporting major capital projects through design, permitting, construction, and commissioning.
Strong understanding of project delivery processes, engineering management, and technical governance.
Experience working with engineering contractors and multidisciplinary project teams.
Knowledge of regulatory and permitting requirements applicable to major infrastructure projects.
Strong communication, stakeholder engagement, and problem-solving skills.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with pipeline, facilities, midstream, or large-scale energy infrastructure projects.
Experience supporting projects through regulatory approvals and final investment decision (FID).
Familiarity with project controls, risk management, and capital project governance.
Experience participating in construction planning, execution, and commissioning activities.
Project Management Professional (PMP) designation considered an asset.
What Success Looks Like
Safe and effective delivery of engineering and technical work.
Successful advancement of project milestones and regulatory requirements.
Strong collaboration across project functions and stakeholders.
Timely resolution of technical challenges and project risks.
High-quality engineering deliverables that support project execution and operational readiness.
About our business
South Bow's existing oil & liquids pipeline infrastructure connects Alberta crude oil supplies to U.S. refining markets in Illinois, Oklahoma, Texas and the U.S. Gulf Coast. We remain committed to meeting the energy needs of North Americans today, while advancing our Liquids Pipelines System for the demands of the future. Connecting growing Canadian and U.S. crude oil supply to key markets, leveraging existing assets and seeking new opportunities to continue to provide our customers with access to the destinations they need.
South Bow is an equal opportunity employer and participates in the E-Verify program supervised by the U.S. government.
Learn more
Visit us at http://SouthBow.com and connect with us on our social media channels for our latest news, employee stories, community activities, and other updates.
Thank you for choosing South Bow in your career search.
* Depending on qualifications, the successful candidate may be offered a position at a more appropriate level and/or ladder.
* Applicants must have legal authorization to work in the country in which the position is based with no restrictions.
* All positions require background screening. Some require criminal and/or credit checks to comply with regulations.
* South Bow is committed to provide employment opportunities to all qualified individuals, without regard to race, religion, age, sex, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, or disability. Accommodation for applicants with disabilities is available on request during the recruitment process. Applicants with disabilities can request accessible formats or communication supports by contacting human.resources@southbow.com.
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