Mgr Engineering - PEX Power Innovation - Project Development

Williams; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Parental leave

Job summary

Williams is seeking an Engineering Manager to provide leadership and strategic direction for engineering activities, capital projects, and operational initiatives. You will lead internal and external engineering resources, develop technical strategies, and partner across the organization to deliver reliable, compliant, and cost-effective solutions.

The role requires a BS in Electrical Engineering (ABET) with 10+ years in engineering/operations and at least 3 years leading major initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering from ABET accredited college or university.
• Minimum of 10 years of engineering, operations, project execution, or related experience.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience leading projects, engineering teams, or major initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic and tactical leadership for engineering teams, projects, and business initiatives.
• Lead engineering support for capital projects, facility improvements, and operational initiatives.
• Develop engineering design strategies, project scopes, cost estimates, and resource plans.
• Oversee engineering work performed by internal teams and external firms to ensure safety, quality, and regulatory compliance.
• Manage engineering resources, budgets, forecasts, and project performance.
• Drive workforce planning, employee development, succession planning, and team engagement.
• Build partnerships with operations, project management, technical services, contractors, and stakeholders.
• Serve as a technical leader and change agent supporting critical business initiatives.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Strategic thinking

Stakeholder collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering (ABET)

Tools

PE certification

PSM / MOC experience

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.

The Engineering Manager provides leadership and strategic direction for engineering activities, capital projects, and operational initiatives. This role leads internal and external engineering resources, develops technical strategies, and partners across the organization to safely deliver reliable, compliant, and cost-effective solutions.

Responsibilities/Expectations:

Provide strategic and tactical leadership for engineering teams, projects, and business initiatives. Lead engineering support for capital projects, facility improvements, and operational initiatives. Develop engineering design strategies, project scopes, cost estimates, and resource plans. Oversee engineering work performed by internal teams and third-party engineering firms to ensure safety, quality, and regulatory compliance. Manage engineering resources, budgets, forecasts, and project performance. Drive workforce planning, employee development, succession planning, and team engagement. Build and maintain strong partnerships with operations, project management, technical services, contractors, and other business stakeholders. Serve as a technical leader, subject matter expert, and change agent supporting critical business initiatives. Develop strategies for leveraging internal and external engineering resources to meet evolving business needs. Ensure all work is executed in accordance with company standards, engineering practices, safety requirements, and regulatory obligations. Other duties as assigned.

Education/Years of Experience:

Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering field from an ABET accredited college or university. Minimum of 10 years of engineering, operations, project execution, or related experience. Minimum of 3 years of experience leading projects, engineering teams, or major initiatives.

Preferred Qualifications:

Professional Engineer (PE) certification Experience leading engineering design and project execution activities for capital projects. Experience with Process Safety Management (PSM), Management of Change (MOC), engineering standards, and document management systems. Experience managing external engineering consultants and contractor resources.

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.

Our Total Rewards are built to support how you work, live, and plan for what’s next.

• 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.

We invest in our people in ways that actually show up in your day-to-day, not just on paper.

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 is powering the future of hyperscale data centers across the U.S. with cutting-edge on-site energy systems.

We're integrating natural gas turbines, reciprocating engines, battery energy storage, and distributed control systems to deliver reliable, mission-critical energy to the world’s most demanding clients—and we want your expertise.

Who We Are Looking For

Engineers, Project Managers, Construction Managers, and Operations Technicians ready to work hands-on with:

• Natural gas generation & high-voltage systems
• Advanced controls & automation
• Battery storage & grid integration

Why Join Us

Competitive compensation & benefits Career growth & development opportunities Meaningful community involvement Williams is strategically positioned to meet the evolving energy needs of data centers nationwide. Be part of a team that’s driving innovation and reliability in the energy space.