Job Description

Entity:

Customers & Products

Job Family Group:

Research & Technology Group

About us
Our purpose is to bring together people, energy and markets to power and navigate a changing world. In a time of constant change and possibility we need new talent to pursue commercial opportunities, fueled by extraordinary insight and expertise. We’re always striving for more innovative digital solutions, sustainable outcomes and closer collaboration across our company and beyond, and you could be part of that too. Together we continue to grow as the world’s leading energy company!

Job Purpose:

The Senior Technologist is accountable to the Senior Manager – Engine Oil Product Development & Polymer for delivery of OD&I projects according to latest business priorities.

The primary responsibility of this role is the coordination and delivery of analytical analysis for our in-house lubricant additive developments. Additionally, the role will support the overall analytical capability for the lab and support the analysis of a wide range of lubricants. This covers test method development, analysis, testing and maintenance of the analytical equipment.

Key Accountabilities:

• Provide chemical and physical analysis supporting the development of new and maintenance of existing additives for use in automotive engine oils.
• Develop new test methods for the analysis of polymers via FTIR, GPC, HPLC, Elemental analysis, and other analytical techniques.
• Performs detailed complex analysis of samples using a variety of analytical equipment/techniques to determine possible chemical changes in Castrol and competitor products.
• Interpret/validate analytical results which lead to recommendations on how to correct or better control BP/Castrol products in service.
• Commission new equipment, develop new test procedures, and deliver high standard of analytical support in a safe and compliant manner.
• Maintain equipment and inventory of accessories and take charge of equipment maintenance and calibration as equipment owner.
• Completes and reports on investigational analysis within timeframe agreed with customer/requester.
• The role requires the ability to innovate and solve complex problems but also the discipline to be able to organize tasks and deliver to exacting timelines and budgets.

Job Holder Requirements

Essential:

• Degree or equivalent in Analytical Chemistry, Chemistry, or related technical discipline
• Analytical testing and method development experience covering lubricants, lubricant components, and/or polymers are desired.
• Demonstrate a collaborative approach to working
• Demonstrated strong interpersonal and communication skills

How much do we pay (Base)? (106,000.00 & 196,000.00 )

*Please note the pay range listed for this position is a good faith and reasonable estimate of the base pay range for this position at the time of posting. You may learn more about our generous benefits here Explore Our Benefits

Why join bp:
At bp, we support our people to learn and grow in a diverse and challenging environment. We believe that our team is strengthened by diversity. We are 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, and excellent retirement benefits, among others!

Travel Requirement

Negligible travel should be expected with this role

Relocation Assistance:

This role is not eligible for relocation

Remote Type:

This position is not available for remote working

Skills:

Agility core practices, Agility core practices, Analytical Thinking, Artificial intelligence, Creating new methodologies, Experimental Design, Formulated product testing, Formulation Deployment, Formulation design, Influencing, Intellectual Asset Management, Multi-physics modelling, Presenting, Product Development, Product Sustainability Performance Management, Project Management, Raw materials knowledge, Research and Development, Rheology, Safety management across the value chain, Science and Technology Leadership, Scientific publication, Technology Management Processes, Testing electric vehicle charging systems, Thought Leadership {+ 2 more}

Legal Disclaimer:

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of protected characteristics like race, religion, color, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, 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

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