Electrical Engineer III/Sr/Staff – Project Execution

Williams Companies, Inc.; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

Employee stock purchase plan

Job summary

Williams Companies, Inc. is seeking an Electrical Engineer III/Sr/Staff in Houston to lead electrical initiatives across multiple projects.

You will apply your expertise in power distribution, controls, and instrumentation to improve reliability and efficiency while maintaining safety standards. The role offers progression from mid-size projects to large-scale programs, with opportunities to shape standards, mentor engineers, and collaborate across teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering from ABET-accredited college or university; five (5) years engineering experience in natural gas, data centers, or related industry.
• Preferred: PE licensure.
• Preferred: Master’s degree in electrical engineering.

Responsibilities

• Perform electrical engineering assignments from moderately complex to highly sophisticated, applying technical expertise and sound judgment.
• Independently execute projects or lead large-scale electrical initiatives, depending on experience.
• Analyze operational, system, and customer needs; develop scalable solutions.
• Lead or contribute to project planning and execution, including scope, scheduling, and resource coordination.
• Champion electrical safety standards, regulatory compliance, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Prepare and deliver presentations to stakeholders; mentor other engineers and staff.
• Support project cost awareness and effective resource utilization.

Skills

Power systems design

ETAP

MATLAB

PSCAD

Simulink

High voltage equipment

Grid integration

Leadership

Project management

Education

ABET-accredited Electrical Engineering degree

Tools

ETAP

MATLAB

PSCAD

Simulink

Job description

At Williams, we’re powering a cleaner, more connected future, and that starts with you. Here, your work fuels communities, drives innovation, and helps deliver reliable energy the world depends on. Join a Fortune 500 team that invests in your growth, values your contributions, and challenges you to make a lasting impact every day.

We are seeking a skilled Electrical Engineer III/Sr/Staff to support and lead technical initiatives across a range of projects impacting our operations. This role is designed to accommodate varying levels of experience, where you will progressively take on greater scope, complexity, and leadership responsibilities. Depending on your experience, you may independently execute mid-sized projects, lead large and complex initiatives, or serve as a technical expert shaping strategy, standards, and long-term business outcomes.

You will apply electrical engineering expertise to evaluate system performance, troubleshoot issues, and develop innovative, reliable, and safe solutions supporting operational excellence. Success in this role requires strong technical capability in electrical systems, sound judgment, and the ability to collaborate effectively while delivering measurable results.

Responsibilities / Expectations:

• Perform electrical engineering assignments ranging from moderately complex to highly sophisticated, applying technical expertise, innovation, and sound judgment

• Independently execute projects or lead large-scale, high-impact electrical initiatives, depending on experience level

• Analyze operational, system, and customer needs; develop and implement effective and scalable solutions

• Apply knowledge of electrical systems (e.g., power distribution, controls, instrumentation, or related areas) across multiple applications, with increasing depth or specialization at higher levels

• Lead or contribute to project planning and execution, including scope, scheduling, and resource coordination

• Anticipate technical and business challenges; identify opportunities to improve system performance, reliability, and efficiency

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance, optimize performance, and support operational and training needs

• Champion electrical safety standards, regulatory compliance, and continuous improvement initiatives

• Prepare and deliver presentations to stakeholders, ranging from team-level updates to leadership-facing communications

• Provide guidance, mentorship, or leadership to other engineers and technical staff, as appropriate to level

• Contribute to or establish electrical engineering standards, specifications, and best practices

• Support project cost awareness and effective resource utilization

• Other duties as assigned

Education/years of experience:

III:

• Required: Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering field from an ABET accredited college or university and five (5) years engineering experience in natural gas, data centers, or related industry.

• Preferred: Professional Engineer (PE) licensure.

• Preferred: Master’s degree in electrical engineering

Senior:

• Required: Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering field from an ABET accredited college or university and eight (8) years engineering experience in natural gas, data centers or related industry

• Preferred: PE License

• Preferred: Master’s degree in electrical engineering

Staff:

• Required: Bachelor’s degree in engineering field from an ABET accredited college or university and twelve (12) - (15) fifteen years engineering experience in natural gas, data centers or related industry

• Preferred: PE License

• Preferred: Master’s degree in engineering

Other Requirements

• Knowledge of reviewing arc flash studies and implementing improvements.

• Working knowledge of electrical design codes (NEC, NEMA, API, IEEE, etc.).

• Demonstrates excellent organizational/interpersonal skills and safety as a main priority.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Application and PC skills.

Additional Qualifications

• Demonstrates strong organizational and interpersonal skills, with a commitment to safety as a top priority

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and general computer skills

• Experience working with electrical systems and equipment in industrial or operational environments

• Ability to work across multiple engineering subject areas, with increasing specialization at higher levels

• Proven ability to work independently; leadership and decision‑making responsibilities increase with level

• Preferred: Project management experience and/or demonstrated leadership of complex electrical projects

Power Innovation: Additional Requirements

• Knowledge in power system design, analysis, and simulation (e.g., ETAP, MATLAB, PSCAD, Simulink or similar tools)

• Knowledge of high‑voltage equipment, transformers, generators, and switchgear

• Understanding of grid integration and renewable energy systems

• Experience in supporting procurement processes for electrical equipment and materials, with established industry contacts for sourcing reliable vendors and suppliers

• Preferred: Experience with participation of the commissioning, testing, and startup of electrical equipment to ensure proper functionality and compliance with design specifications

Why Houston?

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We invest in our people in ways that actually show up in your day-to-day, not just on paper. Our Total Rewards are built to support how you work, live, and plan for what’s next.

Here’s a look at what that means:

• Strong pay plus an annual incentive program
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage with options that fit your life, not the other way around
• 401(k) with company match and an annual company contribution
• Paid time off, including company and floating holidays
• Paid parental leave (up to six weeks per parent), plus fertility and adoption support
• Advanced AI tools and resources to help level up and work smarter
• Clear paths to grow your career, with a strong culture of promoting from within
• Tuition reimbursement and support for continuing education
• HSA and FSA options
• Company-paid life insurance and disability coverage
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Domestic partner benefits
• Employee resource groups, wellness support, paid volunteer time, and company matching for causes you care about

Eligibility and benefits are governed by the terms of the applicable plan or program document which can be amended or terminated at any time.

For more information, please visit Total Rewards | Williams Companies.

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.

Education Requirements:

Bachelors (Required)

Skill Requirements: