Project Engineer Senior/Staff - Power Innovation
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Before you apply
LocationTX Houston - Tower; OK Tulsa - Headquarters
Work modeon-site
Typefull-time
SeniorityLead
Experience8–15 yrs
DepartmentEngineering
EquityIncluded
Company size5,001–10,000 people
PostedOct 8, 2026 · 4w ago
Verified live3d ago
At a glanceSummarised by Seekless from the posting.
Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering from ABET accredited institution
Eight (8) years engineering experience in natural gas, data centers, or related industry
Twelve (12) to fifteen (15) years engineering experience in natural gas, data centers, or related industry
PE License
Master’s degree in electrical engineering
Experience supporting project execution, including EPC, FEED, or large capital projects
Experience with maintenance programs, outage coordination, or operational systems
Proven ability to improve system performance and reliability
Willing to travel 25% to 50%
Benefits
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
401(k)
Paid time off
Parental leave
Tuition reimbursement
Life insurance
Disability insurance
Employee stock purchase plan
Health savings account
Flexible spending account
About the company
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.
About the role
As a Project Engineer Senior/Staff – Power Innovation, you’ll design and optimize critical power generation systems supporting turbine operations, fuel gas systems, and overall facility performance. In this high-impact role, you’ll solve complex engineering challenges, improve system reliability, and help shape the future of energy delivery.
You will lead complex engineering efforts across power generation systems, enhance performance, and drive innovation across facilities and operations. This role offers increasing independence, influence over technical decisions, and the opportunity to contribute to long-term engineering strategy.
What You’ll Do
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Lead and support engineering efforts across the full project lifecycle, including design, procurement, construction, permitting, commissioning, and operations
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Analyze system and equipment performance to drive improvements in reliability, efficiency, and safety
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Support and advance power generation initiatives, including system performance optimization and maintenance strategies
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Collaborate with cross-functional partners—including consultant engineering firms, internal engineering, drafting, purchasing, inspection, contracts, planning, and operations—to deliver solutions aligned with business and operational goals
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Support maintenance programs, outage planning, and troubleshooting efforts
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Lead design reviews and facilitate lessons learned initiatives
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Mentor and support the development of engineers and technical staff
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Lead or contribute to projects of increasing scope and complexity
What You’ll Bring
Senior:
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Required: Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering field from an ABET accredited college or university and eight (8) years engineering experience in natural gas, data centers or related industry
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Preferred: PE License
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Preferred: Master’s degree in electrical engineering
Staff:
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Required: Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering field from an ABET accredited college or university and twelve (12) - (15) fifteen years engineering experience in natural gas, data centers or related industry
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Preferred: PE License
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Preferred: Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering from ABET accredited college or university
Preferred (All levels)
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Experience supporting project execution, including EPC, FEED, or large capital projects
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Experience with maintenance programs, outage coordination, or operational systems
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Proven ability to improve system performance and reliability
Shift/Work Hours/Travel Requirements: Must be willing to travel 25% to 50%
What You’ll Get
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Opportunity to work on high-impact energy infrastructure projects
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Exposure to Power Innovation initiatives and advanced technologies
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A collaborative environment focused on safety, reliability, and continuous improvement
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The opportunity to mentor others and influence engineering standards and practices
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.
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:
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Strong pay plus an annual incentive program
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Medical, dental, and vision coverage with options that fit your life, not the other way around
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401(k) with company match and an annual company contribution
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Paid time off, including company and floating holidays
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Paid parental leave (up to six weeks per parent), plus fertility and adoption support
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Advanced AI tools and resources to help level up and work smarter
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Clear paths to grow your career, with a strong culture of promoting from within
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Tuition reimbursement and support for continuing education
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HSA and FSA options
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Company-paid life insurance and disability coverage
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Employee stock purchase plan
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Domestic partner benefits
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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.
Legal
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)
Skill Requirements: