Engineer Sr/Staff - electrical or non (Lead BESS)

Williams; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work options

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

Williams is seeking an Electrical Engineer-Staff to lead the design and optimization of electrical systems for critical infrastructure, including pipelines, compressor stations, and storage facilities.

You will drive advanced energy technologies, mentor junior engineers, and ensure safety and regulatory compliance across projects, with opportunities for growth in a Fortune 500 environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering from ABET-accredited college and 15 years of experience in natural gas, data centers, or related industry.
• Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering is preferred.
• Professional Engineer (PE) licensure is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead design, implementation, and optimization of electrical systems and power distribution for critical infrastructure.
• Champion integration of automation, real-time monitoring, and energy storage to improve performance and reduce costs.
• Ensure safety measures and compliance with safety, environmental and regulatory standards across projects.

Skills

Electrical design expertise

Power distribution design

Safety and regulatory compliance

Mentoring & leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Project management

Education

ABET-accredited B.S. in Electrical Engineering

M.S. in Electrical Engineering (preferred)

PE License (preferred)

Tools

Arc flash analysis

Electrical design codes (NEC, NEMA, API, IEEE)

PLC/HMI basics

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. 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 a Electrical Engineer-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. 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
• 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:

• Required: Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering field from an ABET accredited college or university 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
• Preferred: PE License

Job Requirements

• Demonstrates excellent organizational/interpersonal skills and safety as a main priority
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Application and PC skills
• Preferred: Professional Engineer (PE) licensure
• 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 Houston?

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Total Rewards

Here’s a look at what that means:

• 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, 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
• Flexible work arrangements for many positions, including hybrid schedules

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.