Engineer - Electrical III/Sr/Staff - PEX Power East

Williams; Tulsa (OK); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

Life insurance

Employee stock purchase plan

Job summary

Williams in Tulsa, OK seeks an Electrical Engineer III/Sr/Staff to lead large-scale power and automation projects for critical infrastructure like pipelines, compressor stations, and storage facilities. You will design electrical systems, integrate real-time monitoring and energy storage, and drive efficiency and reliability while ensuring safety and regulatory compliance.

The role requires ABET-accredited Electrical Engineering degrees and significant experience in related industries; PE

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering from ABET-accredited college/university (III, Senior, Staff).
• Four (4) years engineering experience in natural gas, data centers, or related industry (III).
• Eight (8) years engineering experience in natural gas, data centers, or related industry (Senior).
• Fifteen (15) years engineering experience in natural gas, data centers, or related industry (Staff).
• Professional Engineer (PE) licensure preferred. Master’s degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Leads design, implementation, and optimization of electrical systems and power distribution networks for critical infrastructure.
• Champions integration of automation, real-time monitoring, and energy storage to improve performance and reduce costs.
• Implements safety measures such as arc flash mitigation and fault detection to protect personnel and reliability.
• Mentors engineers and serves as subject-matter expert in power distribution, schematics, and layouts.
• Manages complex projects from concept to completion within timelines and budget constraints.
• Ensures compliance with safety, environmental and regulatory standards across projects.
• Collaborates with cross-functional teams to deliver solutions meeting customer needs.
• Supports development of junior engineers and promotes knowledge sharing.

Skills

Organizational skills

Safety-focused

MS Office

Arc flash review

Electrical codes NEC/NEMA/API/IEEE

PLC experience

Project management

FEED/FEED/EPC experience

Instrumentation systems (PLC/HMI)

Education

ABET-accredited Electrical Engineering degree (Bachelor)

PE licensure preferred

Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering preferred

Tools

PLC programming

HMI design

Arc flash software/tools

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.

As a Electrical Engineer III/Sr/Staff, you’ll lead large-scale projects that power critical infrastructure while driving innovation in energy systems. You’ll design and optimize electrical solutions that integrate automation, real-time monitoring, and advanced energy storage to improve efficiency and reliability. Collaborating across teams, you’ll anticipate future needs, recommend improvements, and ensure compliance with safety and regulatory standards. Your expertise will shape strategies that deliver sustainable, cutting-edge power solutions for long-term growth.

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
• Guides and mentors all as the subject matter expert around 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:

• III: Required: Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering field from an ABET accredited college or university from an ABET accredited college or university and four (4) 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 from an ABET accredited college or university and eight (8) years engineering experience in natural gas, data centers, or related industry. Preferred: Professional Engineer (PE) licensure. Preferred: Master’s degree in electrical engineering.
• Staff: Required: Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering field from an ABET accredited college or university from an ABET accredited college or university and fifteen (15) years engineering experience in natural gas, data centers, or related industry. Preferred: Professional Engineer (PE) licensure. 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
• Proficient in reviewing arc flash studies, implementing improvements, and applying electrical design codes (NEC, NEMA, API, IEEE)
• 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

Why Tulsa?

Because here, you don’t have to choose between career and lifestyle. Tulsa is a growing hub for innovation and energy, paired with a vibrant arts scene, great food, and a cost of living that actually lets you enjoy it all. Think shorter commutes, bigger impact and a community that feels like home from day one. Check out ExperienceTulsa.com to learn more.

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)

Why Williams?

Looking to apply your passion and skills to the innovative and vital work that helps fuel the clean energy economy? As the world demands reliable, low-cost, low-carbon energy, Williams will be there. We currently handle one third of the natural gas in the United States that is used every day to heat homes, cook food and generate electricity. We don’t offer jobs; we offer career opportunities that include: Competitive compensation and inclusive benefits Growth and development opportunities An inclusive culture where you can be yourself Opportunities to get involved in the community where you work and live We’re proud of our innovative people who want to make the world a better place and invite you to explore how you can help us make clean energy happen.