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TX Houston - Tower, United States of America
Onsite
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 Project Engineer III or Senior – Natural Gas Processing, you will apply your technical expertise to deliver high-impact engineering solutions that support operations, improve processes, and drive business performance. This role offers the opportunity to work independently on projects while also leading initiatives, influencing decisions, and mentoring others.
You’ll contribute across the full engineering lifecycle—evaluation, design, testing, and implementation—while championing safety, innovation, and operational excellence. Success in this role requires strong technical judgment, initiative, and the ability to anticipate and respond to evolving business needs.
Key Responsibilities
Execute a broad range of moderately complex to advanced engineering assignments, applying technical evaluation, innovation, and sound judgment
Lead and/or support mid- to large-scale projects, including design, performance testing, and construction of new or existing facilities
Analyze technical and economic factors to recommend solutions that improve products, processes, or services
Interpret internal and external customer needs; anticipate requirements and deliver effective solutions
Demonstrate expertise across multiple engineering disciplines and apply specialized knowledge to complex challenges
Prepare and deliver clear, impactful presentations to stakeholders
Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure compliance, training alignment, and continuous improvement
Champion safety standards, processes, and procedures; maintain a strong understanding of industry and regulatory requirements
Monitor and manage project costs, resources, and timelines
Lead or provide guidance to small teams or less experienced engineers (Senior level scope)
Maintain proficiency in company policies, procedures, and applicable governing guidelines
Perform other duties as assigned
Additional Technical Scope
Primary – Onshore Gas Processing Plants
Serve as the lead Project Engineer for onshore gas processing facility projects, owning technical scope, engineering deliverables, schedule, and cost
Support both tactical site projects (debottlenecking, reliability fixes, brownfield tie-ins) and large capital projects (upgrades, expansions, multi-discipline builds)
Apply process/design experience across onshore natural gas processing systems, including:
Inlet receiving & gas treating
Dehydration
Cryogenic NGL recovery
NGL/condensate stabilization, storage & export
Gas compression
Flare, relief & safety systems
Utilities, controls & balance of plantSecondary – Offshore Topside Facilities (Preferred)
Experience with offshore topside process engineering, including brownfield modifications, tie-ins, and platform facilities
Familiarity with offshore regulatory frameworks (e.g., BSEE, NTLs)
Secondary – Offshore Topside Facilities (Preferred)
Experience with offshore topside process engineering, including brownfield modifications, tie-ins, and platform facilities
Familiarity with offshore regulatory frameworks (e.g., BSEE, NTLs)
Additional Technical Experience
Experience with process simulation tools (e.g., HYSYS)
Working knowledge of industry codes and standards (e.g., API, ASME, process safety management, overpressure protection)
Qualifications
Required
Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant Engineering discipline from an accredited college or university
OR Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering Technology in a relevant field
4+ years (Engineer III) or 8+ years (Senior Engineer) of multifaceted engineering experience in the natural gas or petrochemical industry
Preferred
Professional Engineer (P.E.) license or FE certification
Project Management experience
Progressive experience demonstrating increased responsibility and leadership (Senior level)
Travel: Approximately 5%~ 10% to plant sites and offshore facilities, as needed.
Skills & Competencies
Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
Ability to work independently and collaboratively, with increasing leadership responsibility
Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and projects simultaneously
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and general PC applications
Deep commitment to safety, compliance, and operational excellence
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