Electrical and Mechanical Specialist

Full time

Electrical and Mechanical Specialist (E&M 1

United States of America, Washington, Renton 1 day ago

Job category

Operations

Experience level

Entry

Relocation available

Relocation may be negotiable for this role

Job type

Professionals

Travel required

Up to 10% travel should be expected with this role

Job code

RQ

Job Description

The Electrical and Mechanical Specialist (E&M1) is a role that sits within the Olympic Pipeline Team. This position provides electrical & mechanical maintenance work as well as field operations for BP US Pipelines & Logistics. The E&M role is a multi- craft position focused primarily on electrical & mechanical duties. In this role, you will play a critical part in supporting the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of Olympic Pipeline.

To be considered for employment, candidates must live within a reasonable commuting distance (within 1 hour) of their regularly assigned geographical area.

Key Accountabilities:
Perform scheduled and corrective maintenance on refined product pipeline systems, including pumps, motors, valves, electrical panels, switchgear, instrumentation, and control systems.

Diagnose and repair complex electrical and mechanical faults, ensuring minimal disruption to pipeline and terminal operations.

Lead and support equipment commissioning, upgrades, and small projects across the greater Seattle Area associated pipeline assets.

Support and implement compliance with bp's Control of Work (CoW), Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), and safety management systems.

Provide technical mentorship and training to junior technicians and contractors working on site.

Ensure alignment to local, state, and federal regulations including DOT, OSHA, and EPA standards.

Be motivated and accountable for achieving long-term and day- to-day goals and tasks.

Effectively handle time and resources and ability to run multiple tasks and responsibilities simultaneously.

Exhibit strong interpersonal and organizational skills

Take initiative to continually develop skills and knowledge which includes additional education and/or training.

Solve problems, overcome obstacles, and make good decisions.

Work effectively on diverse teams.

Good oral/written communication skills and communicate effectively with all levels both internally and externally.

Exhibit a high level of initiative and have the ability to work independently and without supervision.

Wear personal protective equipment (PPE) as needed but not limited to eye/face protection, flame retardant clothing (FRC), foot protection, gloves, hearing protection, head protection, etc.

Work nights, weekends, holidays and overtime as necessary and is subject to call-outs including response to emergency situations.

Requirements:
Minimum of a High School diploma or equivalent.

Preferred 5+ years of mechanical or electrical experience or a 2 year technical degree in electrical, electronic instrumentation or equivalent.

Must be willing to travel to other locations within the district's geographical area of responsibility, depending on workload and business needs. An onsite interview and training will be required. Two separate 2 week periods of onboarding training out of state. Travel & Hotel Accommodations will be expensed for training upon pre-employment clearance & hire.

Additional Competencies & Experience:
In accordance with BP's multiskilling training approach, the below competencies include areas where an employee will receive additional training and workflows they may support on a secondary basis. Prior experience is helpful and preferred, but not strictly required.

Proficiency in troubleshooting and maintaining rotating equipment, electrical distribution systems, control circuits, and PLC-based systems.

Maintain, troubleshoot, and repair equipment as assigned.

Conduct and document DOT equipment inspections.

Use MAXIMO, CBT, MS Office and other applications.

Damage prevention.

Maintain electrical switchgear.

Maintain and repair pumps and motors including PD, centrifugal and gear pumping equipment.

Verify instrumentation loop circuits.

Troubleshoot and repair manual and automatic tank gauging.

Maintain and repair electronic-control valves, electrical valve actuators and mechanical valves.

Installation and maintenance of multiple equipment types associated with petroleum liquids and/or gas terminals and pipelines.

Meet all DOT requirements, including Operator Qualifications.

Participate in all emergency response training, including Hazwoper, RCRA, respiratory and other as required.

Safe and accurate procedures, including lock out tag out procedures, to preform normal maintenance for running scrapers in a petroleum system; experience with PLC's, including programming, installation, maintenance, and repair.

Legal authorization to work in the US on a full-time basis for anyone other than current employer.

Strong experience in Electrical and Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) programming or pump and motor repair.

Computer skills (including MS Office Suites)

Valid Driver's License is required.

Driving safety is mandatory at all times and a condition of employment in accordance with BP Pipelines Vehicle Safety Policy.

Must be committed to learning new skills and complete the E&M training curriculum required for the assigned job classification level within the outlined timeframe.

Ability to acquire a TWIC (Transportation Worker Identification Card) Card if required by local operations.

Why Join Us:
bp is reimagining energy for people and the planet. By joining our Renton-based team, you'll contribute directly to the delivery of safe, efficient refined products across the region — supporting our mission to deliver energy securely and sustainably. We offer competitive pay, industry-leading benefits, ongoing development, and the opportunity to build the energy future in the Pacific Northwest.

Job Accountability: Overtime

As a condition of employment, all employees must be available to work overtime as needed. This includes working evenings, weekends, holidays, and responding to callouts, including emergency situations. The ability to work overtime is essential to ensure safe, reliable, compliant, and competitive operations, as well as the timely completion of projects.

How much do we pay? New hires for the E&M 1 position start at an hourly rate of $42.37, the entry level rate for the E&M classification. The hourly rate incrementally increases to the E&M 1 rate $55.85 as the employee progresses through and optimally completes the E&M Skills Training curriculum (approximately 36-48 months from employment start date). Note that the pay range listed for this position is a genuinely expected and reasonable estimate of the range of possible base compensation at the time of posting.

This role is a safety sensitive position. Post-offer candidates must submit to and pass pre-employment drug testing, which screens for prohibited substances, including marijuana and Cannabinoids (CBD). Visit for more information about the bp US Drug & Alcohol Misuse Policy.

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.

Our innovative Energize recognition points programme and spot awards translate exceptional performance into tangible rewards, to motivate our high performers.

Pay

bp offers competitive pay in line with industry standards, making us an employer of choice.

Discretionary bonus

We offer discretionary bonuses to reward strong company, business unit and individual performance, and recognition awards, including those related to long service to recognize commitment to the company.

Retirement & savings

We offer a range of discretionary retirement and savings plans to help provide you and your family with financial security.

Insurance benefits

To give you additional peace of mind, bp provides valuable insurance benefits in some countries. These are designed to provide financial assistance to employees and their families if employees become unwell or die in service.

Equity

Depending on your location and job level, there may be equity (stock and share) options you are eligible to join so you can be part of bp's success.