Senior Mechanical Engineer

-; Hemel Hempstead; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hydrocarbon transport and storage company is seeking a Senior Project Engineer (Mechanical) to manage engineering projects across oil and gas facilities. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Mechanical Engineering and experience in project engineering. This role offers a basic salary of £45,000 - £55,000, along with various benefits including a generous pension and annual bonuses. The position is hybrid, based in Hemel Hempstead.

Benefits

Generous pension (up to 12% employer contribution)

Annual bonus scheme (up to 12% of annual salary)

Life insurance (4x annual salary)

28 days holiday + 8 days bank holidays

Private Medical Cover

Family friendly policies

Employee assistance support scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in design and project engineering, especially in the energy sector.
• Strong computer literacy with standard office software.
• Flexibility to work on high-hazard industrial sites.

Responsibilities

• Manage and deliver engineering projects across pipelines and storage sites.
• Develop technical solutions and conduct risk assessments.
• Maintain relationships with clients and coordinate project teams.

Skills

Project management

Design engineering

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Organisational skills

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Hydraulic/flow modelling software

Stress analysis software

Project management software

Job description

Overview

Location
Hemel Hempstead

Application Deadline
Friday, November 7, 2025

Job Title: Senior Project Engineer (Mechanical)
Department: Engineering
Location: Hemel Hempstead

Join Our Team at 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 operate a variety of onshore facilities and provide our renowned operational and engineering consultancy services worldwide. Our dedication to excellence is reflected in our involvement with 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 deliver 'best in class' technical advice and services to our clients.

What\'s the Job About?: Working to defined industry and company standards, you will manage and deliver engineering projects across refined oil and natural gas pipelines, storage sites, road and rail terminals, and associated facilities such as pump stations. You will oversee projects from office-based studies and proposals to full design, procurement, coordination, and site delivery, often managing a portfolio of projects simultaneously. You may also have the opportunity to lead small project teams with the support of a Project Manager.

What You'll Be Doing

• 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.

What You'll Need

• 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

Basic salary of £45,000 - £55,000

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

You will work on a hybrid basis out of our Hemel Hempstead office and need to be based within commutable distance and have the right to work in the UK without sponsorship.

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.