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Graduate Mechanical Engineer

BPA - British Pipeline Agency Limited
Hemel Hempstead
5 days ago
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Overview

Job Title: Graduate Mechanical Engineer

Department: Engineering

Location: Hemel Hempstead

Join BPA: Officially Where it’s a Great Place to Work!

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 provide 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.

Our People

What sets BPA apart is our people. Our clients choose us for our professionalism, capability, and depth of experience. With over a century of combined industry knowledge, our Leadership team is passionate about developing the potential of our staff. We invest heavily in ongoing training and development to ensure our teams not only have fulfilling careers but also deliver ‘best in class’ technical advice and services to our clients.

What’s the Job About?

As a Graduate Mechanical Engineer, you’ll play a key role in helping steer engineering projects from start to finish. From planning and design to getting things built on-site, you’ll make sure everything runs smoothly, stays on budget, and hits all the right safety and quality notes. You’ll be responsible for project planning, engineering design, procurement, and on-site construction support for fuel pipeline infrastructure.

What You’ll Be Doing
  • Project Planning & Management: Oversee projects from approval to handover. Develop and maintain detailed project plans and schedules. Monitor budgets and staff-hours to ensure targets are met. Ensure delivery meets company standards and client expectations.
  • Design: Develop engineering solutions and technical drawings to required standards. Lead design reviews and manage associated risks. Ensure compliance with company, client, national, and international standards.
  • Procurement: Prepare and evaluate contract documentation. Recommend suppliers and approve payments. Track project spend and manage cost efficiency.
  • Construction & Commissioning: Manage on-site construction activities and contracts. Promote and ensure high standards of health and safety. Support commissioning planning and execution.
What You’ll Need
  • Recent Degree in Mechanical Engineering (or related discipline).
  • Experience in mechanical design and strong site awareness, including safety and contractor management
  • Team player with good problem-solving, critical thinking, numeracy, and communication skills
  • Proficient in MS Office applications
  • Full UK driving licence required
Salary

Basic salary of £33,000 - £37,000 + benefits

What’s On Offer
  • 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
  • Additional holiday purchase scheme
  • Family friendly policies
  • Employee assistance support scheme
  • Private Medical Cover
  • Various well-being initiatives
  • Tools/Equipment

Join us and become a vital part of a team, Keeping the UK Moving 24/7/365!

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.


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