Technical Specialist III/Sr (Mechanical Integrity)

Williams Companies, Inc.; Mead (CO); On-site; USD 98,000 - 142,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) plan with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Parental leave and fertility/adoption"

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Williams Companies, Inc. is seeking a Senior Technical Specialist in Mead, Colorado, to resolve sophisticated pipeline and facility issues, coordinating with multiple partners. Emphasis on leadership, training, and safety is required.

The role requires an associate degree or equivalent with six years in oil & gas, with preferred bachelor’s degree and ten years of progressive field experience. Strong safety culture and collaboration are essential.

Qualifications

• Associates degree or equivalent and minimum six years' experience in oil & gas industry.
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a technical field preferred with minimum ten years of progressive experience in field operations/construction or similar.
• Includes API 510 and API 570 certifications beneficial and safety/process integrity focus.

Responsibilities

• Performs moderately difficult assignments to ensure system integrity and support pipeline operations.
• Troubleshoots/resolves sophisticated problems using technical evaluation and judgment.
• Develops, presents and trains internal and external partners; may mentor others.
• Participates in project planning and collaborates with company partners.
• Leads development and tasks related to operations, equipment maintenance, technical standards, and governmental requirements.
• Reads and evaluates engineering design documents, contracts and agreements.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Leadership

Presentation

Training

Problem solving

Education

Associate degree or equivalent experience

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or technical field (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

CO Mead - RMM Operations

OK Tulsa - Headquarters

Relocation Eligible

Full time

R112330

This posting will end on:

12/31/2026

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 Sr, you will use innovation and judgement to resolve sophisticated problems, working closely with multiple company partners to ensure accurate and available data. You may coordinate the work of team members, so leadership, presentation and training skills are vital. Project planning and the ability to collaborate are keys to success in this role and safety is of utmost importance!

Responsibilities/Expectations:

• Performs moderately difficult assignments to ensure system integrity, support pipeline operations, maintain compliance and maintain facility equipment

• Troubleshoots/resolves sophisticated problems using technical evaluation, innovation and judgment

• Develops, presents and trains internal and external partners; may mentor others

• Participates in project planning and works closely with company partners

• Leads development and tasks associated with operations, equipment maintenance, technical standards and/or governmental requirements

• Reads, understands and evaluates engineering design documents, contracts and agreements

• Other duties as assigned

Education/Years of Experience:

• Required: Associates degree or equivalent experience and minimum of six (6) years' experience in oil & gas industry

• Preferred: Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a technical field and minimum ten (10) years of progressive experience in field operations/construction or other technical specialty field

Physical and Environment Work Requirements:

Must be willing to:

• Work in extreme temperatures, with loud noises and in enclosed spaces

• Carry or lift items up to 50 lbs and team lift loads of more than 50 lbs as needed

• Stand, walk, climb, bend, stoop, and squat, often for long periods of time

• Work at elevated levels, potentially from man lifts, ladders, scaffolding, and/or small towers, with appropriate PPE (Personal Protection Equipment)

• Use hand tools

Shift/Work Hours/Travel Requirements:

• Available to work after hours, on-call rotations, nights, weekend shifts and holidays as needed

• May be required to work overtime, 10-12 hour shifts and travel between Williams locations with occasional overnight stays

Other Requirements:

• Must possess valid State Driver’s License and clean driving record

• Demonstrates excellent organizational/interpersonal skills and safety as a main priority

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Application and PC skills

• Candidates should possess current API 510 and API 570 certifications, along with demonstrated experience in Mechanical Integrity, inspection planning, risk-based decision making, and asset integrity management.

Hourly/Salary Guidelines:

(Minimum, Midpoint, Maximum)

$97,800 - $127,300 - $142,400

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 (https://www.williams.com/total-rewards/) .

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

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.