Graduate - One Engineering - Mechanical Engineer - Cherry Point

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Engineering Group

Job Description:

Mechanical Engineer Graduate – Cherry Point

 

About bp

 

As a leading global energy company with a presence in 61 countries, bp’s purpose is to deliver energy to the world, today and tomorrow. We are one of only a few companies that can deliver energy – at scale – to countries and millions of customers every day. With more than 100 years of experience, we bring together technology, innovation and deep expertise that keeps communities moving – and we’re still evolving.

 

About early careers

Your talent. Your skills. Your big ideas (and even bigger dreams). We know you have a lot to give. So, we’ll make sure you get a lot in return. From next-level experiences to global impact. From inspiring teammates to exceptional support – we offer graduate and internship roles across multiple areas

 

Our engineering graduate program

• As a graduate engineer, you won’t just learn the ropes – you’ll help build what’s next. Why work in engineering at bp?
• Work on complex engineering projects with global impact.
• Build solutions today that help power tomorrow’s world.
• Learn from experts who push you to be your best.
• Achieve professional accreditation.

 

As an engineering graduate, you’ll complete two or three rotations designed to give you breadth of experience across your chosen business area while also supporting you to build technical depth. You’ll make an impact across our business as you learn how to safely extract, process and transport resources the world relies on. You’ll also enjoy being part of a global network of people who share your passion for problem solving and invention.

 

Join us and you’ll get the support of a structured technical pathway and our training program, helping you grow both professionally and personally. In return, you'll bring your ideas, curiosity and ambition to real business challenges. Along the way, you'll be part of a supportive bp early careers community that will help you grow, succeed and make a meaningful impact from day one.

 

 

 

About the Role 

 

bp’s Cherry Point refinery is one of the most modern refineries in the US, the largest in Washington, and the fourth largest on the West Coast. It supplies about 20 percent of Washington’s gasoline needs and other fuels, and a significant amount of jet fuel to Seattle, Portland and Vancouver, BC CO-Operational airports.  Cherry Point Refinery is the first refinery in the Pacific Northwest capable of manufacturing diesel made from biomass-based feedstocks, which are processed alongside conventional feedstocks.  Surrounded by mountains, forest, wetland and shoreline habitats, Cherry Point devotes considerable resources to help preserve the natural environment.  

 

As a Mechanical Engineering graduate at Cherry Point, you will:   

 

• Be a vital part of a multidiscipline team made up of operations, maintenance, environmental, and safety engineering personnel   

• Craft the piping system layout, analyzing the flexibility of the pumping and fluid flow system, repairing the pressure vessel design, and so much more   

• Troubleshoot equipment, discover root cause failure, and use design codes, such as ASME, API, ANSI, and ASTM, to provide evidence for financial and business decisions   

• Make our process more cost effective, efficient, and technologically competitive  

 

Taking on the role  as  Mechanical Engineering means providing technical support for operating units, as well as designing and leading various projects.  Alongside a strong technical degree in Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, or a related subject, that means  providing solutions  to  a wide range of engineering problems for major unit maintenance events and working alongside a diverse, multidiscipline team.      

 

Minimum Requirements

• Working toward bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering
• Graduating between December 2026 and May 2027
• Current Cumulative GPA Minimum 3.0
• Eligible to work in the U.S. with no restrictions (bp will not support U.S. Immigration sponsorship for full-time or long-term employment)
• Must be available to start on agreed upon global programme start dates (January 19, 2027 or June 21, 2027).

 

 

Benefits

• One-time sign on bonus
• Annual cash bonus
• Retirement benefits (401K and Pension)
• Relocation and moving assistance
• Health and welfare benefits
• Competitive base salary 
  • You may learn more about our generous benefits here Explore Our Benefits.

 

How much do we pay?

• $105,000 USD – for a Mechanical Engineering Bachelor’s Degree

·         You may learn more about our generous benefits here Explore Our Benefits. 

 

Legal Disclaimer

 

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of protected characteristics like race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, 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.

Travel Requirement:

Negligible travel should be expected with this role

Relocation Assistance:

This role is eligible for relocation within country

Remote Type:

This position is not available for remote working

Skills:

Anomaly assessment and management, Anomaly assessment and management, Basic care of rotating equipment, Centrifugal Pumps, Combustion equipment emissions, Defect Elimination, Design philosophy of flare and blowdown systems, Equipment criticality assessment, Equipment maintenance and inspection strategies, FAT and commissioning, Fatigue Analysis, Fitness for Service, Flanged joint, hoses and tubing, Integrity Management, Lubrication, Machinery alignment, Maintenance of rotating equipment (Inactive), Mechanical seals and support systems, Monitoring and data interpretation, Piping, Piping vibration, Positive displacement equipment pulsation analysis, Pressure systems regulatory requirements, Pressure Vessels {+ 5 more}

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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.