Engineer Staff - Automation

Williams; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work for office roles

Medical, dental & vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Parental leave & fertility support

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Williams is seeking a Technical Specialist Staff - Automation in Houston to lead automation initiatives for complex compression and process control systems. You will present technical findings, mentor teams and drive improvements across enterprise automation platforms.

The role requires deep PLC/HMI experience, strong safety focus, and collaboration with cross-functional teams to deliver major projects on time and within budget.

Qualifications

• 12+ years of progressive experience in the natural gas or petrochemical industry.
• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Strong organizational/interpersonal skills with safety as priority.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• Knowledge of enterprise automation systems and software such as AssetCentre.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates technical expertise in automation for specialty, geographic area, or operational function.
• Makes decisions and resolves unique issues within the broader function, company and industry standard methodologies.
• Applies specialized knowledge in the efficient and effective completion of major projects while coordinating and controlling costs and resources.
• Prepares and delivers presentations.
• Maintains a strong understanding of industry and operational requirements.
• Interprets and anticipates internal and external business challenges and customer needs; improves products, processes or services and identifies solutions.
• Collaborates with teams to ensure compliance, build improvement plans and meet training needs.
• Serves as content lead and custodian for operations and maintenance requirements, guidelines and variance requests.
• Supports technical security initiatives and hardware refreshes.
• Supports approved manufacturer list for enterprise.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Automation expertise

Team leadership

Presentation skills

MS Office

AssetCentre

PLC programming

HMI programming

Safety focus

Interpersonal skills

Cost/Resource management

Education

Bachelor's degree (Preferred)

Tools

AssetCentre

Job description

About the Role

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 Technical Specialist Staff - Automation, you will provide programming, troubleshooting, training and commissioning services for sophisticated automated compression and process control systems throughout the enterprise. Confidence in presentation-making and the ability to work independently and as a team leader are vital in this role. Taking initiative, anticipating customer needs and crafting innovative solutions are keys to success!

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates technical expertise in automation for specialty, geographic area, or operational function
• Makes decisions and resolves unique issues within the broader function, company and industry standard methodologies
• Applies specialized knowledge in the efficient and effective completion of major projects while coordinating and controlling costs and resources associated with projects
• Prepares and delivers presentations
• Maintains a strong understanding of industry and operational requirements
• Interprets and anticipates internal and external business challenges and customer needs; improves products, processes or services and identifies solutions
• Collaborates with teams to ensure compliance, build improvement plans and meet training needs
• Serves as content lead and custodian for operations and maintenance requirements, guidelines and variance requests
• Supports technical security initiatives and hardware refreshes
• Supports approved manufacturer list for enterprise
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

• High school diploma/GED and minimum twelve (12) years of progressive experience in the natural gas or petrochemical industry
• Bachelor's degree (Preferred)
• Demonstrates excellent organizational/interpersonal skills and safety as the utmost priority
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Application and PC skills
• Sophisticated knowledge in enterprise administration, maintenance, reporting and support for AssetCentre and other enterprise automation systems and software
• Solid understanding of programmable logic control, distributed control and human-machine interface systems and programming protocols for operations support

Why Houston?

Big career opportunities in one of the world’s energy capitals, endless food spots and a diverse vibe—all without paying NYC or LA prices. Work hard, live better. Check out Houston.org to learn more.

Total Rewards

• 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.

Diversity and Inclusion

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.

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.