Job Title: Field Engineer
Department: Engineering
Location: Ideal candidate would be located within 20 miles of Northampton, however anyone in the stretch from Hemel Hempstead to Birmingham would be considered

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.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £42,000.00-£47,000.00 per year

Application question(s):

• Will you now or in the future require sponsorship for work?

Work authorisation:

• United Kingdom (preferred)

Willingness to travel:

• 100% (preferred)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Northampton NN3 2S

WHAT WILL YOU BE DOING?

We are looking for an experienced, safety focused Field Engineer to join our Engineering team and oversee mechanical and civil engineering projects across COMAH-regulated terminals and sites. You will play a key role in driving high standards, safety, and efficiency on critical infrastructure works.
You will undertake the on-site supervision of projects, studies and engineering work on oil and gas projects and associated facilities. This includes liaising with project teams and clients, travelling across multiple sites across the length of our pipeline, including regular nights away from home.
The ideal candidate would be located within 20 miles of Northampton, however anyone in the stretch from Hemel Hempstead to Birmingham would be considered.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Oversee site-based mechanical and civil construction projects on behalf of BPA and its clients.
• Ensure work is delivered to company, client, and industry standards, with a strong emphasis on safety and compliance.
• Act as the main on-site liaison between contractors, clients, site owners, and BPA project teams.
• Supervise day-to-day construction activities, ensuring quality, safety, cost, and programme targets are met.
• Lead project delivery from mobilisation through commissioning and handover.
• Maintain accurate site records and assist in contractor negotiations where needed.
• Manage contractor performance and coordinate discipline-specific engineering staff.
• Contribute to project planning and risk assessments, issuing site instructions where required.