Sensor Deployment Engineer (Industrial IoT)

-; Sunbury-on-Thames; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A global energy company in the UK is seeking an experienced IIoT Deployment Technician to set up and integrate Industrial IoT devices. This hybrid position involves ensuring device network connectivity, configuring software, and supporting data communication throughout the IoT solution lifecycle. Candidates should have a relevant degree and proficiency in programming languages like Python or C++. The role offers opportunities for growth in a diverse and dynamic environment.

Benefits

Flexible working options

Generous paid parental leave

Excellent retirement benefits

Qualifications

• Degree in computer science, computer engineering, electrical engineering, or software engineering.
• Proficiency in programming languages like Python, C++, or Java.
• Strong understanding of networking, security, and Linux-based systems.

Responsibilities

• Set up and integrate Industrial IoT devices.
• Create implementation package for IoT solutions.
• Ensure reliable device network connections.

Skills

Commercial Acumen

Communication

Data Analysis

Data Integration

Digital Security

Education

Degree in computer science or engineering

Tools

Cloud platforms (AWS, Azure)

Python

C++

Java

Job description

Job Description

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.

About the role

Join our results‑focused team with an inclusive, high‑performance culture. In this role, you will set up and integrate Industrial IoT devices, ensure connectivity, configure software, and support data communication. You will participate in all phases of the Industrial IoT solution lifecycle—implementation, testing, and security—and work with cross‑functional teams to achieve project goals.

What you will deliver

• Research industrial IoT solutions and vendors – test and document capabilities.
• Create implementation package detailing end‑to‑end solution.
• Create design in accordance with bp networks guidance.
• Integrate Industrial IoT systems with existing networks, cloud platforms (like Azure, AWS), and other infrastructure.
• Ensure reliable device network connections using protocols such as MQTT, Modbus, and OPC‑UA.
• Set up and configure device applications ensuring the software is correctly deployed, functional and meets end user needs.
• Ensure seamless and efficient flow of data from devices to the cloud for analysis and decision intelligence.
• Deploy or lead/guide deployment of physical devices, sensors, and gateways to a customer's site or production environment.
• Conduct end‑to‑end testing, debugging issues, and ensure the system meets security, performance, and reliability standards before and after deployment.
• Provide ongoing technical support and guidance to customers after the system is deployed.
• Write and maintain documentation for product operating and testing procedures.
• Generate and implement ideas for improving deployment processes and system performance.

What you will need to be successful

• Degree in computer science, computer engineering, electrical engineering, or software engineering or equivalent experience.
• Background in condition‑based monitoring solutions.
• Proficiency in programming languages like Python, C++, or Java for embedded systems and data logic.
• Strong understanding of networking, security, and Linux‑based systems.
• Familiarity with cloud platforms and services, such as AWS IoT, IoT Greengrass, and other related services.
• Excellent communication skills, able to explain and advocate goals/objective, team‑oriented mentality with a highly developed collaborative leadership style.
• Prior experience in the Oil & Gas industry is desirable.

Why join us?

At bp, we support our people to grow in a diverse and exciting environment. We believe that our team is strengthened by diversity. We offer flexible working options, generous paid parental leave policy, excellent retirement benefits, and more to enable your work to fit with your life. We will provide reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities.

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

• Commercial Acumen
• Communication
• Data Analysis
• Data cleansing and transformation
• Data domain knowledge
• Data Integration
• Data Management
• Data Manipulation
• Data Sourcing
• Data strategy and governance
• Data Structures and Algorithms (Inactive)
• Data visualization and interpretation
• Digital Security
• Extract, transform and load
• Group Problem Solving

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 expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, socioeconomic status, neurodiversity, 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, including pre‑placement drug screening, medical review of physical fitness for the role, and background checks.

Application Information

Kindly note that your designated job title at bp will be IIoT Deployment Technician.

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