Job Description

Full time
Naval Architect
United Kingdom, London 2 days ago
Job category
Engineering
Experience level
Intermediate
Relocation available
This role is not eligible for relocation
Job type
Professionals
Travel required
Some travel may be required with this role, this is negotiable
Job code
RQ102947

Our purpose is to deliver energy to the world, today and tomorrow. For over 100 years, bp has focused on discovering, developing, and producing oil and gas in the nations where we operate. We are one of the few companies globally that can provide governments and customers with an integrated energy offering. Delivering our strategy sustainably is fundamental to achieving our ambition to be a net zero company by 2050 or sooner.
In this Naval Architect role, you will provide subject matter expertise in Naval Architecture, Structures and Coatings to Supply, Trading & Shipping (ST&S) and bp group - with a focus on the bp operated fleet and screening of third-party vessels.
You will also develop innovative marine solutions from first principles and conduct research in collaboration with technology providers, shipbuilders, classification societies and internal partners.
As a member of the naval architect team, you will be accountable for managing all related activities and partners in the EMEA region (including emergency response). This is a key role in the provision of marine and technical assurance to bp businesses in the region.
Role Responsibilities
Lead structural reviews and inspections of third-party vessels in support of the Vetting & Clearance team and bp Group. Uphold and develop bp structural assurance policies, industry standards & guidelines and engineering best practice.
Lead the provision of structural and coatings support to the operated fleet by assisting with the planning, budgeting and execution of maintenance, modifications, surveys and technical investigations - While ensuring compliance with all relevant procedures and standards.
Provide discipline subject matter expertise to the bp Group and External Partners with relevant floating system and marine activities, including participation in emergency response drills.
Champion continuous improvement in the day-to-day delivery of naval architecture services - including supporting the upkeep of procedures, inspection & maintenance routines, databases and salvage models.
Maintain and develop relationships with Classification Societies, Condition Assessment Programme providers, 3rd party industry bodies, professional bodies and bp's internal engineering bodies.
Promote, support and deliver projects to enable ST&S operated and time-chartered fleet progress towards Net Zero operation. Support the assessment of new technologies to confirm their suitability for the fleet or new builds.
Support the development of marine solutions for low carbon energy transportation (eg. LNG, NH3, LH2 incl. CO2) - Provide discipline subject matter expertise to ST&S new build projects and site construction teams.
Lead, train and mentor less experienced naval architects, graduates and interns.
Essential Education:
Degree in Naval Architecture or an equivalent qualification and experience in a related engineering field
Essential Experience /Job Requirements
Chartered Engineer (eg. RINA, SNAME or IMAREST)
Experienced safety leader - Understands process and personnel safety risks associated with the carriage of dangerous goods - Able to work in high risk environments, such as shipyards and construction sites
Marine and technical experience acquired in shipyards, classification societies or as a consultant - eg. Construction Site Personnel, Classification Society Surveyor, project engineer... etc...
Able to carry out desktop ship structure assessments including strength, fatigue, vibration and mooring analysis
Experience in new build projects, technical specification development, cargo containment systems and cryogenic equipment
Strong partner management and collaboration skills
Able to work effectively in a multi-cultural business environment
Agile, tech savvy and committed to continuous learning and professional growth
Desirable Criteria:
Experience of a variety of offshore projects / assets (eg. FPSO, FSO, FSRU, FLNG)
Commercial exposure gained on complex projects and across value chains
Why join us?
At bp, we provide an excellent working environment and employee benefits such as an open and inclusive culture, a great work-life balance, tremendous learning and development opportunities to craft your career path, life and health insurance, medical care package and many others.
We support our people to learn and grow in a diverse and exciting environment. We believe that our team is strengthened by diversity. We are committed to crafting an inclusive environment in which everyone is respected and treated fairly.
There are many aspects of our employees' lives that are significant, so we offer benefits to enable your work to fit with your life. These benefits can include flexible working options, collaboration spaces in a modern office environment, and others benefits.
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We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, socioeconomic status, neurodiversity/neurocognitive functioning, veteran status or disability status. Individuals with an accessibility need may request an adjustment/accommodation related to bp's recruiting process (e.g., accessing the job application, completing required assessments, participating in telephone screenings or interviews, etc.). If you would like to request an adjustment/accommodation related to the recruitment process, please contact us.
If you are selected for a position and depending upon your role, your employment may be contingent upon adherence to local policy. This may include pre-placement drug screening, medical review of physical fitness for the role, and background checks.

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