Technical Specialist (Rotating Equipment)

Williams•New Albany, OH

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About The Position

The Technical Specialist focuses on rotating equipment and supports the maintenance, troubleshooting, and improvement of Williams’ horsepower and power distribution systems. Equipment and systems include compressors, turbines, high-speed reciprocating engines, pumps, medium-voltage generators, power distribution systems, environmental controls, and distributed control technologies. The role also supports construction projects, equipment upgrades, and new installations, applying technical expertise to improve reliability, performance, and uptime. The specialist collaborates with operations, engineering, and maintenance teams; interprets engineering documents, contracts, and technical standards; and contributes to maintenance planning and execution. The position also includes training and mentoring team members and maintaining records and compliance documentation. Work may involve extreme temperatures, loud environments, enclosed spaces, elevated work, shift work, on-call rotations, nights, weekends, holidays, and occasional travel between Williams locations with overnight stays.

Requirements

Associate degree or equivalent experience.
At least 6 years of oil and gas industry experience focused on rotating equipment.
Valid state driver’s license and clean driving record.
Strong mechanical aptitude and hands-on experience with compressors, turbines, and pumps.
Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills.
Commitment to safety and operational excellence.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and PC applications.
Experience with PLCs, HMIs, Allen Bradley systems, and SCADA platforms.
Ability to work in extreme temperatures, loud environments, and enclosed spaces.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and team-lift heavier loads.
Ability to stand, walk, climb, bend, and squat for extended periods.
Ability to work at elevated levels using ladders, scaffolding, or lifts with appropriate PPE.
Availability for shift work, on-call rotations, nights, weekends, and holidays.
Ability to travel occasionally between Williams locations, including overnight stays.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a technical field.
10 or more years of progressive experience in field operations, mechanical reliability, or rotating equipment maintenance.
Familiarity with vibration analysis, alignment tools, and condition monitoring systems.

Responsibilities

Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair rotating machinery, including compressors, turbines, pumps, and related systems.
Lead or support maintenance planning and execution for mechanical systems, focusing on rotating equipment performance and reliability.
Evaluate equipment performance and recommend improvements to enhance rotating assets’ reliability and lifespan.
Review and interpret engineering design documents, contracts, and technical standards related to rotating machinery.
Collaborate with operations, engineering, and maintenance teams to maintain system integrity and maximize equipment uptime.
Train and mentor team members on rotating equipment maintenance, diagnostics, and best practices.
Participate in planning and executing upgrades and new installations involving rotating equipment.
Maintain records, reports, and compliance documentation related to rotating machinery and associated systems.
Perform other assigned duties involving rotating equipment and mechanical systems.