Senior Technologist, PD

Job Profile Summary Location: Pangbourne Technology Centre, Reading. bp is now operating a new hybrid working solution for office-based employees, with a split between remote and office working.
Closing Date: 9th October 2021
Relocation Available: Negotiable

The Technologist in the Product Development team will execute and participate in projects that develop new lubricants for market deployment. As part of a high-profile team the role holder will gain exposure to the processes involved in technical development and will need to network globally to make sure that the products meet the requirements of key customers and stakeholders. The role holder will work autonomously in delivery of projects and will develop and share expertise through the broader team.

The role holder is expected to have proficiency in several core product development skills whilst seeking to broaden their capability in other areas.
Job Advert Key Responsibilities

• Execute and deliver of a range of development and test programmes to ensure new products can be introduced to market and to understand any impacts observed. This will require effective planning, execution and documentation of results so that key milestones are delivered on time and on budget
• Manage budgets ranging from $50k to $1m and accurately managing costs and forecasts
• Building effective networks with both subject matter experts and operational staff within the technology function to facilitate the delivery of programmes. These networks include product testing, product deployment, product quality, product stewardship, intellectual assets, and research and innovation
• Building effective networks outside of the technology function to include suppliers of goods and services, technical consultancies, OEMs, bp marketing, bp Legal
• Regular communication and review of programme progress with the wider project team
• Develop and share expertise to facilitate continuous improvement within the Product Development team

Crucial Education and Experience

• Degree or equivalent in chemistry, engineering or related technical discipline
• Demonstrated track record in delivering projects focused on product development, engineering or research
• Knowledge and experience of product development processes, fuels and lubricants technology, mechanical engineering or related disciplines.
• Demonstrate a collaborative approach to working
• Demonstrate strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Demonstrated proficiency in designing novel work programmes

Desirable Experience

• Demonstrated experience in lubricants, additives or automotive/manufacturing industries would be advantageous
• Good knowledge of automotive, manufacturing and/or systems engineering

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status or disability status.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

Flexible working arrangements will be considered.

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Entity Innovation & Engineering
Job Family Group Research & Technology Group
Relocation available No
Travel required Negotiable
Country United Kingdom
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