Engineer II/III - Systems Planning & Project Development

Williams; Oklahoma; Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Strong pay plus annual incentive program

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Paid parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Williams, based in Oklahoma, is seeking an Engineer III to manage projects that influence operations. In this hybrid role, you will define project scopes, develop concepts, and coordinate analyses to ensure reliable energy supply.

The ideal candidate possesses a Bachelor's Degree in Engineering and at least four years of industry experience. Benefits include competitive pay, health coverage, and support for continuing education.

Qualifications

• Minimum of four years of engineering experience in natural gas or petrochemical industry.
• Proficiency in safety and compliance processes.

Responsibilities

• Translate commercial opportunities into project scopes and execution recommendations.
• Develop early project concepts and evaluate alternatives.
• Maintain understanding of industry requirements.

Skills

Excellent organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Strong understanding of natural gas systems

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Engineering Technology

Tools

Hydraulic modeling tools (e.g., Synergi Gas)

Excel

Power BI

VBA

Python

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.

As an Engineer III, you’ll work independently on projects and technical assignments that directly impact our operations. Your extensive knowledge of processes and ability to evaluate, innovate, and handle numerous projects are vital to this role.

Day in the Life

You will help translate commercial opportunities, producer forecasts, and system constraints into clear project scopes, capital estimates, schedules, and execution recommendations for Rockies growth projects. This work includes developing early project concepts, evaluating pipeline and facility alternatives, coordinating hydraulic modeling and forecast analysis, and aligning scope, cost, schedule, and business drivers with Commercial, Operations, and other key project stakeholders.

The role is a hybrid role of project development and system planning. As a project developer you will lead the project definition, cost basis, schedule alignment, gate deliverables, project documentation, and stakeholder coordination, while as a system planner you will lead the gathering system modeling, volume forecast validation, hydraulic analysis, pressure/capacity evaluations, and technical recommendations that inform project scope and commercial decisions. Together, the focus is to identify constraints and expansion opportunities, and practical alternatives that support safe, reliable, and commercially aligned system growth in the Rockies.

Responsibilities and Expectations

• Performs a wide spectrum of moderately difficult assignments, requiring technical evaluation, innovation, and judgement while maintaining customer satisfaction.
• Works independently on mid‑sized projects or technical assignments supporting operations.
• Maintains a strong understanding of industry and operational requirements.
• Demonstrates in-depth knowledge of safety requirements, produces results and meets goals.
• Exhibits proficiency in company processes, policies, procedures, and guidelines established by organization and governing agencies.
• Prepares and delivers presentations to individuals.
• Interprets internal/external customer needs, assesses requirements and identifies responses.
• Works on a combination of engineering specialties covering more than one subject area.
• Collaborates with teams to ensure compliance, build improvement plans and meet training needs.
• Champions processes, procedures and safety standards.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience

Required:

• Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant Engineering field from an accredited college or university, OR Bachelor's Degree in Engineering Technology in a relevant field with a Professional Engineer (P.E.) license.
• A minimum of four (4) years of multifaceted engineering experience in the natural gas or petrochemical industry.

Other Requirements

• Exhibits excellent organizational and interpersonal skills and deems safety an utmost priority.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and PC skills.

Preferred Skills

• FE Certification.
• Project Management experience.
• Strong understanding of natural gas gathering systems and operational constraints.
• Experience with hydraulic modeling tools (e.g., Synergi Gas or equivalent).
• Proficiency in Excel, Power BI, VBA, or Python for analysis and reporting.
• Business and financial acumen related to project development and execution.
• PMP Certificate and Professional Engineer (PE) license or progress toward licensure.

Benefits

• Strong pay plus an annual incentive program.
• Hybrid work for most office roles, plus real flexibility in many field positions.
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage with options that fit your life.
• 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.

Equal Opportunity Employment

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.

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, visit Total Rewards | Williams Companies.