Electrical Engineer (Senior / Staff) – Power Innovation

Williams • Tulsa, OK

3d • Hybrid

About The Position

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 an Electrical Engineer (Senior / Staff) – Power Innovation, you will lead the design and optimization of electrical systems supporting critical infrastructure, including pipelines, compressor stations, and storage facilities. You will play a key role in advancing Power Innovation initiatives, integrating emerging technologies, enhancing system reliability, and shaping the future of energy delivery. This is a high-impact role where you will operate with increasing independence while leading complex projects and influencing engineering standards and practices.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering from an ABET-accredited institution, OR Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering Technology (relevant field) with a Professional Engineer (P.E.) license
• Senior Level: 8+ years of relevant engineering experience
• Staff Level: 15+ years of progressive engineering experience in natural gas, energy, data centers, or related industries
• Strong expertise in power generation, power distribution systems, and electrical design
• Experience integrating advanced power technologies, including automation, controls, and energy systems
• Ability to analyze system performance and reliability, including arc flash, fault analysis, and system optimization
• Experience with automation and control systems, including PLCs and HMI systems
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently while leading technical efforts and influencing outcomes

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree in electrical engineering
• Professional Engineer (P.E.) license
• Project management experience
• Experience supporting Pre-FEED, FEED, or EPC projects
• Experience with instrumentation and control system design
• Experience with power system modeling and analysis tools (e.g., ETAP, MATLAB, PSCAD, Simulink)
• Knowledge of high-voltage systems, transformers, generators, switchgear, and grid integration

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, implementation, and optimization of electrical systems and power distribution networks supporting critical infrastructure
• Drive Power Innovation initiatives, including the integration of automation, real-time monitoring, energy storage, and advanced control systems
• Apply and enhance safety practices, including arc flash mitigation, fault detection, and protection systems
• Provide technical expertise in power distribution, electrical schematics, and system design for both new construction and upgrades
• Manage engineering projects from concept through execution, ensuring alignment with scope, schedule, and business objectives
• Ensure compliance with applicable safety, environmental, and regulatory standards (e.g., NEC, NEMA, API, IEEE)
• Analyze system performance and reliability, identifying opportunities for optimization and continuous improvement
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver engineering solutions that meet operational and business needs
• Mentor and support the development of engineers, fostering technical growth and knowledge sharing
• Influence engineering standards, technical strategy, and decision-making (Staff-level expectation)
• Other duties as assigned

Benefits

• 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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior