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BP Americas, Inc. Electrical Engineer - bp Pulse in Chicago, Illinois

Entity:

Customers & Products

Job Family Group:

Engineering Group

Job Description:

About the Role:

This posting is for an Electrical Engineer role at bp pulse which plays a key part in the EV roll out throughout the US! This will include oversight and verification of the standardized engineering delivery and detailed engineering solutions/review cycles. The role will also provide front line technical query support to the installation contractors to support timely quality and schedule delivery.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Play a key role in delivering the EV charge points in North America

  • Technical expertise and support in assessing internal and external engineering work including but not limited to load calculations, arc flash/coordination studies (e.g. applying ETAP and similar software), cable/conduit sizing, switchboard/switchgear configurations and overall EV charging site design reviews

  • Support the Senior Manager Global Engineering and the Engineering Team Leader in creating a standard design model that can be deployed and quality detailed design products for the installation of the chosen solutions

  • Ensure compliance of design with all electrical codes, standards, and regulations

  • Lead and support all stakeholder teams during site appraisal, network planning, procurement, installation, construction and commissioning/go-live

  • Anticipate on future standards and technology to optimize time and materials substance of any projects

  • Support the identification of key EVSE technology solutions, for the optimum delivery of projects in accordance with BP Ethics & Compliance rules (also use risk management process for identifying and mitigating design risks)

  • Support the continuous improvement of technical practices and processes

  • Follow Safety and Operational Risk (S&OR) rules and support / advise S&OR on specific anticipated move or trends

  • Contribute to the success of any project and support the Project Managers to help them deliver the project on time and within budget

  • Alert the project managers and the and Senior manager Global Engineering on any identified risks within his / her responsibility

  • Support our roll out with engineering performance management and technical reporting of near-term progress against long term targets

  • Capture Lessons Learned through engineering and installation delivery and ensure Continuous Improvement throughout our EV deployments

  • Lead interactions or contribute to negotiations with utility and transmission operators as required

Role Requirements:

  • Undergraduate degree in electrical engineering

  • Candidate with expertise in electrical systems designs, NEC and industry standards

  • 5+ years of experience in overseeing and deployment of large-scale engineering projects

  • Proven track record in project delivery involving hardware solutions in the EV infrastructure world (or similar)

  • Understanding of utility and grid access constraints including LV / MV / HV connections

  • Strong technical writing and verbal communication skills with the ability to address multiple collaborators and audiences

Considering Joining bp?

At bp, we support our people to learn and grow in a diverse and exciting environment. We believe that our team is strengthened by diversity. bp is committed to encouraging an inclusive environment in which everyone is respected and treated fairly. There are many aspects of our employees’ lives that are meaningful, so we offer benefits to enable your work to fit with your life. These benefits can include flexible working options, a generous paid parental leave policy, excellent retirement benefits, and more!

Travel Requirement

Up to 25% 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, Agility core practices, Analytical Thinking, Asset Life Cycle Management, Automation system digital security, Commercial Acumen, Commissioning, start-up and handover, Communication, Competency Management, Creativity and Innovation, Digital fluency, Earthing and grounding systems, Electrical operational safety, Factory acceptance testing, Financial Management, Fire and gas philosophy, Functional Safety, Hazard Identification, Hazard identification and protection layer definition, Instrument and protective systems, Management of change, Network Technologies, Safe and reliable operations, Safety critical equipment, Site Acceptance Testing {+ 1 more}

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.

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