Project Engineer (SCADA)

Job Title: SCADA Project Engineer

Department: Cyber & Digital

Location: Hemel Hempstead

About BPA

At BPA, we are at the forefront of the hydrocarbon transport and storage industry, proudly owned 50/50 by BP and Shell. With around 180 dedicated professionals across the UK, we play a vital role in “Keeping the UK Moving 24/7/365” by operating a variety of onshore facilities and providing our renowned operational and engineering consultancy services worldwide. Our dedication to excellence is reflected in our lively membership in 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 not only have fulfilling careers but also deliver ‘best in class’ technical advice and services to our clients.

What The Role Involves

As a (Graduate) Engineer you will support the Senior Engineer (Operational Technology) in the development, collation, and management of SCADA site data packs used to underpin the SCADA User Requirements Specification (URS). The role focuses on gathering accurate, consistent site‑specific technical and operational data and presenting it in a structured format suitable for URS development and vendor engagement. It will develop you to become an OT Engineer.

Responsibilities

• Create and maintain SCADA site data packs.
• Collate control room layouts, site configurations, PLC/RTU details, and communications assets.
• Organise site information into consistent templates for URS use.
• Gather data from site surveys, drawings, and operational stakeholders.
• Identify data gaps, inconsistencies, and assumptions.
• Maintain traceability to data sources.
• Map site data to URS sections.
• Support URS reviews and clarification responses.
• Support the development of the alarm requirement specification.

Qualifications

Essential Requirements

• Degree in Electrical, Control & Instrumentation, Automation, or Systems Engineering.
• Strong ability to organise technical information.
• High attention to detail and data accuracy.
• Good written communication skills.
• Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, and diagramming tools.
• Valid UK driving licence.

Desirable

• Awareness of SCADA or industrial control systems.
• Familiarity with site surveys and asset data collection.
• Basic understanding of PLCs, RTUs, and control networks.
• Exposure to URS or FEED‑stage engineering.

Salary

Basic salary of £30,000 - £40,000 depending on experience and level (Graduate or Project Engineer).

Benefits

• 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 the Hemel Hempstead office and need to be based within commutable distance and have the right to work in the UK without sponsorship.

Join Our Team

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.

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