Mechanical Specialist

3404 South Bow USA Services Inc.; Brookings (SD); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

South Bow is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Mechanical Specialist to support the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of pipeline and terminal assets across the region. This role serves as a subject matter expert for mechanical systems, rotating equipment, fixed equipment, and reliability improvement initiatives.

The successful candidate will partner with Operations, Asset Integrity, Engineering teams to identify reliability risks, develop mitigation strategies, and execute solutions

Qualifications

• Technical degree or diploma or equivalent combination of education and industry experience.
• Minimum 8 years of experience in pipeline, terminal, midstream, energy, industrial, or related operations.
• Demonstrated experience with rotating equipment, fixed equipment, piping systems, and mechanical reliability programs.
• Strong troubleshooting and root cause analysis skills.
• Knowledge of maintenance and reliability principles, including condition monitoring and preventative maintenance strategies.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel to field locations as required.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical expertise for mechanical equipment including pumps, motors, valves, pressure vessels, piping systems, tanks, and associated infrastructure.
• Support troubleshooting and root cause analysis of equipment failures and recurring operational issues.
• Develop and deliver technical training programs to support our field technicians.
• Develop maintenance and troubleshooting procedures, standards, and best practices associated with mechanical systems.
• Lead or participate in equipment reliability assessments, failure investigations, and corrective action development.
• Partner with Operations and Maintenance personnel to identify opportunities to improve asset availability and reduce lifecycle costs.
• Support Management of Change (MOC), capital projects, and facility modifications by providing mechanical expertise and technical review.
• Evaluate equipment performance data and develop recommendations to improve safety, reliability, and operational efficiency.
• Support emergency response efforts and provide technical guidance during abnormal operating conditions.
• Foster a strong safety culture by ensuring work is completed in compliance with regulatory requirements, company standards, and safe work practices.

Skills

Rotating equipment

Piping systems

Fixed equipment

Reliability programs

Troubleshooting

Maintenance principles

Education

Technical degree or diploma

Tools

Microsoft D365

SAP

Maximo

Job description

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. South Bow is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Mechanical Specialist to support the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of pipeline and terminal assets across the region. This role serves as a subject matter expert for mechanical systems, rotating equipment, fixed equipment, and reliability improvement initiatives. The successful candidate will partner with Operations, Asset Integrity, Engineering teams to identify reliability risks, develop mitigation strategies, and execute solutions that improve equipment performance and reduce operational risk. The ideal candidate combines strong technical expertise with practical field experience and a collaborative approach to problem solving. This position requires an individual who can balance strategic asset management with hands‑on support of day‑to‑day operations.

What You Will Do

• Provide technical expertise for mechanical equipment including pumps, motors, valves, pressure vessels, piping systems, tanks, and associated infrastructure.
• Support troubleshooting and root cause analysis of equipment failures and recurring operational issues.
• Develop and deliver technical training programs to support our field technicians.
• Develop maintenance and troubleshooting procedures, standards, and best practices associated with mechanical systems.
• Lead or participate in equipment reliability assessments, failure investigations, and corrective action development.
• Partner with Operations and Maintenance personnel to identify opportunities to improve asset availability and reduce lifecycle costs.
• Support Management of Change (MOC), capital projects, and facility modifications by providing mechanical expertise and technical review.
• Evaluate equipment performance data and develop recommendations to improve safety, reliability, and operational efficiency.
• Support emergency response efforts and provide technical guidance during abnormal operating conditions.
• Foster a strong safety culture by ensuring work is completed in compliance with regulatory requirements, company standards, and safe work practices.

Minimum Qualifications

• Technical degree or diploma or equivalent combination of education and industry experience.
• Minimum 8 years of experience in pipeline, terminal, midstream, energy, industrial, or related operations.
• Demonstrated experience with rotating equipment, fixed equipment, piping systems, and mechanical reliability programs.
• Strong troubleshooting and root cause analysis skills.
• Knowledge of maintenance and reliability principles, including condition monitoring and preventative maintenance strategies.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel to field locations as required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting crude oil, refined products, natural gas, or liquids pipeline facilities.
• Experience developing and implementing procedures and technical training programs.
• Experience with risk‑based inspection, asset integrity programs, or reliability‑centered maintenance methodologies.
• Familiarity with API, ASME, OSHA, PHMSA, and applicable industry standards.
• Experience leading and influencing technical decisions.
• Knowledge of Microsoft D365, SAP, Maximo, or similar maintenance management systems.

This position requires candidates to:

• Have current, valid authorization to travel internationally (including Canada).
• Successfully complete pre‑employment medical screening including drug and alcohol testing.
• Have and maintain a valid driver’s license and provide a driver’s abstract (record) for review.
• Travel to other company locations for temporary assignments, meetings or training (estimated at 40% of work schedule).
• Be part of an on‑call rotation and provide emergency support as required.

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.

• 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 [e-mail].

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.