Senior Project Engineer

Repsol; Aberdeen City; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy company is seeking a Senior Project Engineer to manage modifications on assigned projects, ensuring timely delivery and compliance with safety standards. This role offers an opportunity to drive business improvements while collaborating with various stakeholders in the dynamic oil and gas sector.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of oil & gas regulations and standards.
• Extensive experience in engineering and project delivery.
• Formal project management qualification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage modifications on assigned assets and ensure timely project closeout.
• Deliver OPEX/CAPEX modifications on time and within budget.
• Coordinate with contractors and internal teams; manage interfaces.

Skills

Technical Knowledge of UKCS Regulations

Project Delivery Experience

Cost and Schedule Accountability

Education

Relevant Engineering Degree

Job description

Company Summary: Repsol is a multi-energy company dedicated to sustainability, innovation, efficiency, and creating value to drive societal progress. With 80+ years of experience, Repsol operates across the entire oil and gas value chain, providing efficient and sustainable energy solutions.

Job Profile Summary: The Senior Project Engineer is responsible for managing all modifications on an assigned asset, asset group or specified project and will maintain a portfolio, risk based approach to execution strategy. They also play a key role in identifying improvement opportunities, collaborating with internal and external stakeholders, and maintaining clear project documentation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver OPEX/CAPEX modifications on time and within budget per asset priorities.
• Identify and execute facility modifications with asset teams.
• Ensure compliance with Repsol’s Minor Mods process and PEPs.
• Develop and manage project Assurance plans and reviews.
• Promote HSE standards using Repsol’s safety processes (RA, HIRA, HAZOP, etc.).
• Prepare cost estimates, budgets, and AFEs; maintain accurate forecasts.
• Oversee contractor plans and ensure cost/schedule control during execution.
• Manage technical changes via AFA process in eWork (as JRE).
• Drive business improvements and manage project risks/opportunities.
• Coordinate with contractors and internal teams; manage interfaces.
• Engage ICPs and close out findings per Repsol standards.
• Maintain records of decisions, actions, and change controls.
• Apply lean methods to improve efficiency and challenge norms.
• Support technical bid evaluations and solution assessments.
• Ensure timely project closeout and Controlled Document updates.
• Lead quality planning, audits, inspections, and NCR resolution.
• Liaise with vendors to uphold quality standards.

Skills & Experience:

• Strong technical knowledge of UKCS oil & gas regulations, codes, standards, and best practices.
• Extensive engineering and project delivery experience, ideally with both operator and contractor backgrounds.
• Solid understanding of industry technology trends and challenges.
• Proven ability to build and maintain effective contractor relationships.
• Strong ownership and accountability for cost and schedule performance.
• Awareness and competence in Quality Assurance and Quality Control (preferred).
• Formal project management qualification (preferred).

Qualifications:

• Relevant engineering degree or equivalent technical experience.

Other Requirements:

• Offshore travel may be required.

I&D Disclaimer: Repsol is an equal opportunity employer, embracing diversity and inclusion in talent recruitment and development.