Electrical & Mechanical Specialist (E&M 2)
Bp
Other Engineering
Missouri, USA
Posted on Feb 7, 2026
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Production & Operations
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Job Description:
The Electrical & Mechanical Specialist (E&M 2) position provides essential electrical and mechanical maintenance support, as well as field operations, for BP’s U.S. Terminals and Pipelines (T&P). This multi‑craft role emphasizes both electrical and mechanical responsibilities, with a primary focus on Operations and Damage Prevention activities. The individual in this role will play a critical part in protecting our pipeline system from third‑party damage. The position will be based at our Freeman Station in Freeman, Missouri.
This role will be accountable for performing E&M 2 tasks and Damage Prevention responsibilities across our BP1 pipeline assets in Cass and Jackson counties in Missouri, Miami County in Kansas, and additional pipeline assets as operational needs arise.
To be considered for employment, candidates must live within a reasonable commuting distance (within 1 hour) to the Freeman Station and their regularly assigned geographical area.
Key Accountabilities/ Responsibilities:
Optimally follow all health, safety, security, environmental (HSSE) and operational and maintenance practices and procedures.
Be motivated and accountable for achieving long-term and day- to-day goals and tasks.
Be a self-starter and have the ability to work independently and without supervision.
Effectively handle time and resources and ability to run multiple tasks and responsibilities simultaneously.
Exhibit strong interpersonal and organizational skills.
Demonstrate and transfer work related knowledge to others.
Take initiative to continually develop skills and knowledge which includes additional education and/or training.
Tackle 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.
Value and practice continuous learning.
Demonstrate leadership skills.
Exhibit a high level of initiative
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 are subject to callouts including response to emergency situations.
The successful candidate must complete all training and qualification requirements within the stated timeframe of the BP Pipelines OM/EM Multitasking Training Program.
Exhibits safe work practices, including driving both on and off the road.
Perform pipeline identification, location and marking lines through the use of electronic locator and probe.
Inspect area pipelines daily for leaks, replace damaged markers and check other irregularities. Inspections are completed both by vehicle and foot.
Occasional hand digging, manual probing and walking rough terrain.
Checks and records equipment and rectifier readings.
Responsible for monitoring and observing excavation activities over/near the pipeline.
Acts as a liaison on behalf of BP with Utilities, Municipalities, Property owners, Excavators and other third parties
Recognize third party scope of work and what needs to be done to protect the pipeline.
Attend Public Awareness & Education meetings.
Monitor and locate notifications for conflicts.
Receive and physically check items on aerial report.
Maintain equipment in good working conditions.
Prepare “as-built” drawings of foreign line crossings and other outside construction activities.
Complete Inspection & Repair reports, Foreign Line Crossing reports and others as the need arises.
Other duties as assigned.
Requirements:
Minimum of a High School diploma or equivalent.
Proven years of mechanical or electrical experience or a 2-year technical degree in electrical, electronic instrumentation or equivalent.
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.
Ability to read maps, alignment sheets, construction drawings and complete alignment sheets.
Underground construction experience and knowledge.
Will be working on 2400 volts and below
Maintain, troubleshoot and repair equipment as assigned.
Conduct and document DOT equipment inspections.
Utilize MAXIMO, Utilisphere, CBT, MS Office and other applications.
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 associated with petroleum liquids and/or gas terminals and pipeline.
Meet all DOT requirements, including Operator Qualifications.
Participate in all emergency response training, including Hazwoper, RCRA, respiratory and others as required.
Safe and accurate procedures, including lock out tag out procedures, to perform 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)
A 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 completing 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.
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 critical to ensure safe, reliable, compliant, and competitive operations, as well as the timely completion of projects.
How much do we pay? New hires for this E&M 2 position start at an entry level hourly rate of $41.97, the entry level rate for the E&M classification. The hourly rate incrementally increases to the final E&M 2 rate $53.46 as the employee progresses through and successfully completes the E&M Skills Training curriculum (approximately 36 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.
Why Join Our Team?
At bp, we provide an excellent working environment and employee benefits such as a great work-life balance, tremendous learning and development opportunities to craft your career path, life and health insurance, medical care package and many others!
We support our people to learn and grow in a diverse and exciting environment! We believe that our team is strengthened by diversity. We are committed to crafting an inclusive environment in which everyone is respected and treated fairly.
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, 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, perform crucial job functions, and receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Don’t hesitate to get in touch with us to request any accommodations.
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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.
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