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Williams · Presencial · TX Houston - Tower

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 a Staff Engineer – Power Generation (Turbines), you will serve as a senior technical authority in rotating equipment, driving strategy, performance optimization, and reliability across critical power generation assets. This role is designed for a recognized expert who thrives on solving complex challenges, influencing engineering direction, and advancing best-in-class turbine and generator practices.

You will operate with a high degree of autonomy, partnering with leadership and cross-functional teams to shape long-term engineering standards, improve system performance, and ensure safe, reliable, and efficient operations.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead complex engineering initiatives including design, construction, upgrades, performance testing, and root cause analysis

  • Serve as SME for gas turbines, reciprocating engines, rotating equipment, and generator systems (5MW+), including controls technology

  • Perform advanced technical analysis across multi-OEM equipment, including vibration, transient loading, protection systems, and overall equipment health

  • Drive reliability, performance optimization, and lifecycle improvements across power generation assets

  • Lead technical and economic evaluations and influence project scope, design, and business outcomes

  • Develop and maintain engineering standards, specifications, and best practices with a focus on safety, compliance, and consistency

  • Interpret complex technical data and provide clear, actionable insights to leadership; deliver presentations that influence strategy and decisions

  • Identify industry, business, and regulatory trends; implement process, system, and technology improvements

  • Lead and collaborate with cross-functional teams to execute high-impact projects efficiently and safely

  • Drive innovation and continuous improvement across engineering practices, technologies, and services

Education / Experience

  • Required: Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering field from an ABET accredited college or university and (15) fifteen years engineering experience
  • Required: Minimum 15+ years of experience in power generation, energy, or related industry
  • Required; Deep expertise in rotating equipment and generator systems
  • Preferred: Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering from ABET accredited college or university
  • Preferred: PE License
  • Executive Master of Business Administration (EMBA)
  • Experience leading large-scale projects or programs

Core Capabilities

  • Advanced knowledge of gas turbines, reciprocating engines, and generator controls

  • Strong expertise in equipment diagnostics and reliability (vibration, transient response, protection systems)

  • Proven ability to influence technical decisions and advise leadership

  • Ability to operate independently while providing technical leadership and mentorship

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:


  • 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.


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:

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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 Flexible work arrangements for many positions, including hybrid schedules

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