Electrical Engineer III/Senior/Staff (Project Execution-Power Innovation)

Williams; Houston, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Competitive compensation

Annual incentive program

Education reimbursement

Job summary

Williams is seeking an Electrical Engineer III/Senior/Staff to lead design and optimization of electrical systems powering critical infrastructure, including pipelines, compressor stations, and storage facilities. The role emphasizes safety, compliance, and the integration of automation, monitoring, and energy storage technologies.

The ideal candidate will hold an ABET-accredited degree, a PE license, and 8+ years of relevant engineering experience in natural gas or data centers.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering from ABET-accredited program; PE license may be required for senior staff.
• Eight years of engineering experience in natural gas, data centers, or related sectors; master’s degree preferred.
• Senior/Staff levels require PE license and relevant project leadership experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, implementation, and optimization of electrical systems for critical infrastructure.
• Integrate automation, real-time monitoring, and energy storage technologies.
• Ensure arc flash mitigation and compliance with safety, regulatory, and environmental standards.

Skills

Electrical design

Power distribution

Arc flash mitigation

Project leadership

Regulatory compliance

Education

ABET-accredited B.S. in Electrical Engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) license

Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering (preferred)

Tools

PLC

HMI

Microsoft Office

Job description

Williams is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, genetic information or any other basis protected under applicable discrimination law.Do something that means something at Williams. This isn’t just a job - it’s an opportunity to **explore and discover your passion** with coworkers who become friends and mentors who push you to be your best self in and out of the office. At Williams, we make clean energy happen. And you can too, so bring your energy to ours!As an Electrical Engineer III/Senior/Staff, you’ll lead the design and optimization of electrical systems that power essential infrastructure—pipelines, compressor stations, and storage facilities. You’ll apply your technical expertise to integrate advanced technologies like automation, real-time monitoring, and energy storage, driving efficiency and innovation across operations. A key part of your role is ensuring safety through the implementation of arc flash mitigation, fault detection systems, and rigorous compliance with regulatory and environmental standards. You’ll also manage complex projects from concept to completion, aligning engineering solutions with business goals and timelines. This is a high-impact role where your leadership and problem-solving skills will directly contribute to operational reliability, safety, and strategic growth.Your work will challenge you, and with our Core Values to guide you, you’ll quickly learn and grow with us.**Responsibilities/Expectations:*** Leads the design, implementation, and optimization of electrical systems and power distribution networks supporting critical infrastructure such as pipelines, compressor stations, and storage facilities* Champions the integration of advanced technologies including automation, real-time monitoring, and energy storage to enhance system performance and reduce operational costs* Implements robust safety measures such as arc flash mitigation and fault detection systems to protect personnel and ensure infrastructure reliability* Provides technical expertise in power distribution, electrical schematics, and system layouts for both new construction and upgrades to existing facilities* Manages complex engineering projects from concept to completion ensuring alignment with business goals timelines and budget constraints* Ensures compliance with all relevant safety, environmental and regulatory standards across electrical systems and project execution* Collaborates with cross-functional teams to deliver engineering solutions that meet internal and external customer needs* Mentors and supports the development of junior engineers fostering technical growth knowledge sharing and a culture of continuous improvement* Other duties as assigned**Education/Years of Experience:****Staff:*** Required: Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering field from an ABET accredited college or university, OR Bachelor's Degree in Engineering Technology from an ABET accredited college or university in a relevant field **with** Professional Engineer (P.E.) license and (15) fifteen years engineering experience in natural gas, data centers or related industry* Preferred: Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering from ABET accredited college or university**Senior:*** Required: Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering field from an ABET accredited college or university, OR Bachelor's Degree in Engineering Technology from an ABET accredited college or university in a relevant field **with** Professional Engineer (P.E.) license and eight (8) years engineering experience in natural gas, data centers or related industry* Preferred: PE License* Preferred: Master’s degree in electrical engineering**III:*** Required: Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering field from an ABET accredited college or university, OR Bachelor's Degree in Engineering Technology from an ABET accredited college or university in a relevant field **with** Professional Engineer (P.E.) license and eight (4) years engineering experience in natural gas, data centers or related industry* Preferred: PE License* Preferred: Master’s degree in electrical engineering**Job Requirements:*** Demonstrates excellent organizational/interpersonal skills and safety as a main priority* Proficiency in Microsoft Office Application and PC skills* Proficiency in reviewing arc flash studies and implementing improvements* Working knowledge of electrical design codes (NEC, NEMA, API, IEEE, etc.)* Preferred: Experience with PLCs* Preferred: Project Management experience* Preferred: Experience working in Preliminary-Front End Engineering and Design (Pre-FEED), Front End Engineering Design (FEED), or Engineering, Procurement, Construction (EPC) of small to medium facility projects* Preferred: Proficiency in designing, and implementing, Instrumentation systems, including Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC) and Human Machine Interface (HMI) systems**Shift/Work hours/Travel Requirements:*** Must be willing to travel up to 50%## **About Houston (Williams Tower Location):**Our Houston office is located in the Williams Tower, just steps from the Houston Galleria on Post Oak Boulevard, an area with more than 700 retailers, fine dining and hotels within two square miles. We offer free onsite-parking! Houston is the fourth most populous city in the nation and greater Houston is the most ethnically diverse metropolitan area in the United States. Houston is a dynamic mix of imagination, talent and first-class attractions that makes it a world-class city! If you love being outside, Houston rates first in total park acreage among U.S. cities with more than one million residents and offers a 300-mile interconnected bikeway network spread over 500 square miles. Check out to learn more!We are committed to providing our employees with competitive compensation and benefits as part of your Total Rewards package to help protect your current and future physical, emotional, and financial health. We generally offer health benefit programs to our employees and their families that are competitive and flexible enough to meet your needs, and retirement benefits to allow you to invest now for financial security when you retire. With rich learning and development programming and a high internal mobility rate, you are not just applying to a job with Williams; you are embarking on an exciting career!* Competitive compensation* Annual incentive program* Hybrid work model - one work from home day each week for most office-based roles* Flexible work schedule for most field-based roles* 401(k) with company matching contribution and a fixed annual company contribution* Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits* Generous company-paid life insurance and disability benefits* A consumer-driven health plan option with the potential for a generous company contribution to a Health Savings Account* Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts* Paid time off, including floating and company holidays* Employee stock purchase plan* Robust employee learning and development* High internal mobility (we promote from within)* Parental leave (we provide up to 6 weeks for each parent)* Fertility coverage and adoption benefits* Domestic partner benefits* Educational reimbursement* Non-profit donation matching contributions and time off to volunteer* Employee resource groups* Employee assistance programs* Technology to make our work more productive and collaborative* Regular employee engagement surveys and feedback processesWilliams has a long history of making a significant difference in the communities where we live and work, and we strive to cultivate