About BPA
At BPA, we are at the forefront of the hydrocarbon transport and storage industry, proudly owned 50/50 by BP and Shell—two of the world's leading oil majors. With around 180 dedicated professionals across the UK, we play a vital role in "Keeping the UK Moving 24/7/365" by operating a variety of onshore facilities and providing our renowned operational and engineering consultancy services worldwide. Our dedication to excellence is reflected in our lively membership in key industry bodies and our adherence to internationally accredited standards.
Location
Leicester or Tamworth (Birmingham area). Work on a hybrid basis out of our Leicester or Kingsbury (Tamworth) office and must be based within commutable distance; you need the right to work in the UK without sponsorship.
Job Title: Mechanical Engineer – Project Management
Responsibilities
* Project Planning & Management: Take ownership of project delivery from approval through commissioning, ensuring projects are completed safely, on time, and within budget. Prepare project plans and manage resources effectively.
* Design & Engineering: Apply professional judgement to develop technical solutions, design systems, and conduct risk assessments in accordance with industry standards.
* Communication & Coordination: Maintain strong relationships with clients, stakeholders, and project teams. Coordinate engineers, CAD staff, field personnel, contractors, and suppliers.
* Financial & Commercial Management: Prepare project estimates and commercial documentation, manage budgets, evaluate tenders, and oversee supplier and contractor contracts.
* Construction & Commissioning: Support site-based delivery, ensuring health and safety compliance and assisting with commissioning strategies and handover.
Qualifications
* Degree in Mechanical Engineering (similar disciplines will be considered)
* Experience in design, project engineering, and consultancy, ideally in the energy sector (downstream oil & gas advantageous).
* Computer literate with standard office software; familiarity with project management and specialist engineering software advantageous (e.g., hydraulic/flow modelling, stress analysis).
* Strong organisational, communication, and analytical skills, with the ability to present cohesive technical arguments in written and oral form.
* Flexibility and willingness to work on high-hazard industrial sites, including exposure to outdoor work in all weather conditions.
* Valid UK driving licence.
Salary & Benefits
Basic salary of £45,000 – £55,000.
* Generous pension (up to 12% employer contribution, 2% employee)
* Annual bonus scheme (up to 12% of annual salary)
* Life insurance (4x annual salary)
* 28 days holiday + 8 days bank holidays
* Family friendly policies
* Employee assistance support scheme
* Private Medical Cover
Diversity & Inclusion
We know that diverse teams drive innovation and excellence. Research shows that people from underrepresented groups may hesitate to apply if they don’t meet every requirement. At BPA, we are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. So, if you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't align perfectly with every detail in the job description, we encourage you to still apply. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.
Seniority level
* Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Full-time
Job function
* Engineering and Project Management
Industries
* Energy Technology and Services for Renewable Energy
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