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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 an experienced EIC Controls Technician to support the operation and maintenance of pipeline systems, pump stations, terminals, and associated facilities. This role is responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, repairing, calibrating, and commissioning a wide variety of electrical, instrumentation, and control systems used throughout our liquids pipeline operations.

The successful candidate will be a fully qualified technical professional with demonstrated expertise in process controls, instrumentation, PLC systems, electrical equipment, automated valves, communications systems, and related control technologies. This position requires strong analytical and troubleshooting skills, sound technical judgment, and the ability to work independently while supporting a collaborative field team environment.

What You Will Do

• Install, test, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair electrical, instrumentation, and control systems supporting pipeline and terminal operations.
• Maintain and troubleshoot PLCs, RTUs, HMI systems, communication networks, smart instrumentation, motor control centers, and automated valve systems.
• Perform calibration, maintenance, and repairs of analog and digital instrumentation, process measurement devices, control loops, and data acquisition systems.
• Troubleshoot and maintain variable frequency drives, soft-start equipment, power distribution systems, electrical generators, pumps, and associated field equipment.
• Support system commissioning, upgrades, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Analyze equipment performance and recommend maintenance, reliability, and operational improvements.
• Develop and execute preventive and corrective maintenance plans.
• Ensure work activities are conducted safely and in compliance with company procedures, regulatory requirements, and environmental standards.
• Supervise contractors and coordinate third-party work activities as required.
• Issue permits, perform lockout/tagout activities, and support safe work authorization processes.
• Complete maintenance documentation, work orders, and asset records using computerized maintenance management systems.
• Participate in on-call rotations and emergency response activities.
• Provide technical coaching, mentoring, and training to less experienced technicians.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Journeyman certification in Instrumentation, Electrical, Industrial Controls, Electronics, or a related trade; or
• Two-year technical diploma in Electrical, Instrumentation, Controls, Electronics, Telecommunications, or a related discipline combined with significant directly related experience.
• Minimum five years of progressively responsible experience in industrial EIC maintenance and troubleshooting.
• Demonstrated experience with PLCs, motor control systems, instrumentation, process controls, automated valves, and communications equipment.
• Proven ability to diagnose and resolve complex electrical, instrumentation, and controls issues.
• Strong understanding of industrial safety practices including lockout/tagout and permit-to-work systems.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong computer proficiency and experience with maintenance management systems.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while maintaining strong teamwork and collaboration.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in liquids pipeline, terminal, pump station, oil and gas, petrochemical, or other continuous process industries.
• Experience with SCADA systems, DCS systems, communications networks, and industrial cybersecurity practices.
• Experience leading maintenance projects or coordinating contractor work.
• Previous mentoring or technical leadership experience.

This Position Requires Candidates To

• Possess a valid driver's license and maintain a safe driving record.
• Successfully complete pre-employment medical, drug, and alcohol testing.
• Travel periodically to other South Bow facilities for training, meetings, or temporary assignments.
• Participate in an on-call rotation and respond to emergency situations as required.
• Work outdoors and in various weather conditions.
• Perform duties at heights, in confined spaces, and around industrial equipment while following all safety requirements.
• Maintain authorization to travel within the United States and internationally as business needs require.
  

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.
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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.