Naval Architect

Entity: Supply, Trading & Shipping Submit your CV and any additional required information after you have read this description by clicking on the application button. Job Family Group: Engineering Group Job Description: In bp supply, trading & shipping (ST&S) we play a central role in bp’s strategy, bringing value for bp and our shareholders by integrating along and across our oil, gas and lower carbon value chains. We connect energy producers, suppliers, markets and customers to keep energy flowing today. Join us as we continue to grow as the world’s leading energy trader and help build out tomorrow’s energy system. About the role In this pivotal role, you will provide subject matter expertise in Naval Architecture, Structures and Coatings to ST&S and the wider business, with a focus on bp operated fleet and screening of third-party vessels. You will also develop innovative marine solutions from first principles and carry out research work in collaboration with technology providers, shipbuilders, classification societies and internal stakeholders. As a member of the naval architect team, you will be accountable for managing all related activities and stakeholders in the EMEA region (including emergency response). This is a key role in provision of marine and technical assurance to bp businesses in the region. You will work closely with other peer groups within other business delivery teams such as Production & Operations, Engineering, and bp Technology. What you will deliver

• 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 - Whilst ensuring compliance with all relevant procedures and standards.
• Provide 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, supporting, and delivering 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 build.
• Support the development of marine solutions for low carbon energy transportation (eg. CO2, NH3 and LH2).
• Provide expertise to new build projects and site construction teams.
• Lead, training and mentoring less experienced naval architects, graduates and interns.

What you will need to be successful Education / qualifications:

• Degree in Naval Architecture (or equivalent qualification and experience in a related engineering field).
• Chartered Engineer (eg. RINA, SNAME or IMARES)

Essential experience:

• Experienced safety leader - Understand 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 & technical experience acquired in shipyards, classification societies or as a consultant - eg. Construction Site Personnel, Classification Society Surveyor, project engineer
• Able to carry out desktop ship structure assessments including strength, fatigue and vibration analysis (using FEA)
• Experience in new build projects, technical specification development, cargo containment systems and cryogenic equipment
• Excellent communications skills, agile, tech savvy and able to work in a multi-cultural business environment

Desirable criteria:

• Experience of a variety of offshore projects / assets (eg. FPSO, FSO, FSRU, FLNG) and mooring system analysis
• Commercial exposure gained on complex projects and across value chains

Why join us? At bp, we provide the following environment and benefits to you:

• A company culture where we respect our diverse and unified teams, where we are proud of our achievements and where fun and giving back to our environment are highly valued
• Possibility to join our social communities and networks
• Learning opportunities and other development opportunities to craft your career path
• Life and health insurance, medical care package
• And many other benefits!

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, perform crucial job functions, and receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Don’t hesitate to get in touch with us to request any accommodations! Travel Requirement Up to 10% travel should be expected with this role Relocation Assistance: This role is not eligible for relocation Remote Type: This position is a hybrid of office/remote working Skills: Agility core practices, Analytical Thinking, Commercial Acumen, Communication, Creativity and Innovation, Data Analysis, Design approaches, Designing for climate change and zero carbon, Digital fluency, Emerging technology monitoring, Engineering evaluation, Incident investigation and learning, Inspection and monitoring strategy, Numerical modelling, Scripting, Sustainability awareness and action, Technology Development, Uncertainty Quantification Legal Disclaimer: 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.