Operations Automation Specialist

Entity:

Technology

Job Family Group:

IT&S Group

Job Description:

About role:

The Operations Automation Specialist will function as a technical specialist and will have expertise of physical and digital technologies and their practical application in industry, e.g., Automation systems, IIOT, Cloud integration, Network security, Maintenance and Reliability etc. They will join a squad as part of the wider IIOT team within Upstream R&D Technology, gaining exposure to groundbreaking technologies and their real-world applications. 

In addition, the role will contribute to the development, integration, and testing of robotics solutions for both surveillance (remote inspection, monitoring, situational awareness) and task‑based operations (inspection, manipulation, and intervention activities) in laboratory environments and handing over to business for integration in inspection and maintenance schedules. 

The Operations Automation Specialist will interface closely with other technology experts, and business partners in researching, crafting, testing and detailing IoT solutions to meet business challenges across a wide range of domains including Production, Projects, Subsurface & Wells, Crisis, Renewables, and Refining.

Role Overview:

Working as part of a team to develop, implement and test technology solutions (IIoT & Sensors / Telemetry / Robotics):

• Understand business requirements and value opportunity
• Design and document quality assurance test cycles
• Developing end to end technology solutions to deliver specific outcomes
• Prepare and support field test activities
• Run and document the output of test cycles, fixes and upgrades
• Integration of compliant technology solutions with total site infrastructure

 Role requirements:

• Translate business needs into technology requirements
• Support on vendor technology reviews and make recommendations to the appropriate design authority
• Support definitions of solution architectures and ensure compliance throughout project implementation
• Advise on emerging IoT and Robotics trends / technologies, physical and digital.
• Working as part of a team to deploy products to operational sites and assist with ongoing development. Work with vendors. Providing feedback on issues and suggesting development opportunities
• Install and test software from OS through to application
• Develop and deploy methods for testing automation
• End to End Data validation, from Field Device to Cloud
• Design and document quality assurance process
• Remote support for field installations and operations
• Build / adapt online dashboards for data display

Experience Required:

• Field Experience (in Industrial sites)
• High level of knowledge and experience with automation
• Exposure to robot programming
• Experience with operating systems applicable to role (Robot Operating System (ROS), Linux and / or other embedded OS)
• Systems, Integration & Test experience
• Exposure to both hardware and software and embedded solutions for applicable role
• Networking (Ethernet, Wi-Fi, Cellular)
• Field Testing, PoC deployment
• Factory Acceptance testing (FAT) / Site acceptance testing (SAT) experience
• Systems Integration
• Sensor configuration, end to end device remote maintenance and upgrading, Data processing including computer vision and AI/ML
• Familiarity with Intellectual Asset Management and commercial models for new technology.

Attributes:

• Analytical, problem solving and interpersonal skills
• Attention to detail
• Good communication and presentation skills
• Excellent team-working
• Self-starter - able to work independently with limited guidance and support
• Capability to work quickly, under pressure and to deadlines.
• Degree or equivalent experience or Equivalent industry experience, or qualification
• Oil and Gas Industry experience
• Familiarity with programming languages

About bp:

Our purpose is to deliver energy to the world, today and tomorrow. For over 100 years, bp has focused on discovering, developing, and producing oil and gas in the nations where we operate. We are one of the few companies globally that can provide governments and customers with an integrated energy offering. Delivering our strategy sustainably is fundamental to achieving our ambition to be a net zero company by 2050 or sooner!

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!

Travel Requirement

Up to 10% travel should be expected with this role

Relocation Assistance:

This role is eligible for relocation within country

Remote Type:

This position is a hybrid of office/remote working

Skills:

Commercial Acumen, Communication, Data Analysis, Data cleansing and transformation, Data domain knowledge, Data Integration, Data Management, Data Manipulation, Data Sourcing, Data strategy and governance, Data Structures and Algorithms (Inactive), Data visualization and interpretation, Digital Security, Extract, transform and load, Group Problem Solving

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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