One Science Program - Process Engineer - Chicago, IL

Job summary

Entity:

Technology

Job Family Group:

Research & Technology Group

Job Description:

One Science Program – Process Engineer – Chicago, IL

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About bp

As a leading global energy company with a presence in over 61 countries, bp is dedicated to delivering energy to the world, today and tomorrow. Across the bp landscape, we’re home to a range of brands across many areas of our industry.

For over 100 years, we’ve focused on discovering, developing and producing oil and gas in the nations where we operate. Delivering our strategy sustainably is fundamental to achieving our ambition to be a net zero company by 2050 or sooner.

It's an exciting time to join bp. From wellbeing programs to mentorship and career growth opportunities, we aim to ensure you can thrive – in work and in life.

One Science

One Science is our early careers programme which creates a pipeline of science talent, positioned to lead bp through the energy transition, to provide reliable, affordable and lower carbon energy to the world and achieve net-zero.

The One Science Early Careers programme provides accelerated pathways and develops diverse talent through challenging rotations, a dedicated support network and by creating a toolkit of transferable skills to succeed

This is a three-year program comprised of three 12-month assignments.

About the role

As a Process Engineer, you will:

The program will operate with a flexible model that allows graduates to experience the breadth of applied sciences activities, with placements within country over a period of three years designed to cover a range of technical areas. Examples of these include:

research & innovation - utilize deep scientific and engineering knowledge and tools to deliver differentiated capability and unlock competitive advantage

analytics, testing & modelling - provide innovative performance and analytical testing and investigational analysis for applied sciences

product development & quality aassurance - develop and deliver next generation products to meet needs of selected markets/customers

technical support - lead interface with markets to deploy products/services and underpin technical support offer

global product stewardship - manage all aspects of product life cycle compliance

intellectual asset management - ensure intellectual property is secured and leveraged to optimize value

demonstration & commercialization - leverage in-house capability to rapidly convert successful pilots into commercial options

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.

Minimum Requirements

Working toward Bachelor’s or Maters degree in chemical engineering discipline

Graduating between December 2025 and May 2026

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 20, 2026 or July 13, 2026).

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 a hybrid of office/remote working

Skills:

Agility core practices, Agility core practices, Analytical Thinking, Artificial intelligence, Creating new methodologies, Experimental Design, Formulated product testing, Formulation Deployment, Formulation design, Influencing, Intellectual Asset Management, Multi-physics modelling, Presenting, Product Development, Product Sustainability Performance Management, Project Management, Raw materials knowledge, Research and Development, Rheology, Safety management across the value chain, Science and Technology Leadership, Scientific publication, Technology Management Processes, Testing electric vehicle charging systems, Thought Leadership {+ 2 more}

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.