Electrical Engineer III/Sr/Staff – Project Execution

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We are seeking a skilled Electrical Engineer III/Sr/Staff to support and lead technical initiatives across a range of projects impacting our operations. This role is designed to accommodate varying levels of experience, where you will progressively take on greater scope, complexity, and leadership responsibilities. Depending on your experience, you may independently execute mid-sized projects, lead large and complex initiatives, or serve as a technical expert shaping strategy, standards, and long-term business outcomes.

You will apply electrical engineering expertise to evaluate system performance, troubleshoot issues, and develop innovative, reliable, and safe solutions supporting operational excellence. Success in this role requires strong technical capability in electrical systems, sound judgment, and the ability to collaborate effectively while delivering measurable results.

Responsibilities / Expectations:

• Perform electrical engineering assignments ranging from moderately complex to highly sophisticated, applying technical expertise, innovation, and sound judgment

• Independently execute projects or lead large-scale, high-impact electrical initiatives, depending on experience level

• Analyze operational, system, and customer needs; develop and implement effective and scalable solutions

• Apply knowledge of electrical systems (e.g., power distribution, controls, instrumentation, or related areas) across multiple applications, with increasing depth or specialization at higher levels

• Lead or contribute to project planning and execution, including scope, scheduling, and resource coordination

• Anticipate technical and business challenges; identify opportunities to improve system performance, reliability, and efficiency

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance, optimize performance, and support operational and training needs

• Champion electrical safety standards, regulatory compliance, and continuous improvement initiatives

• Prepare and deliver presentations to stakeholders, ranging from team-level updates to leadership-facing communications

• Provide guidance, mentorship, or leadership to other engineers and technical staff, as appropriate to level

• Contribute to or establish electrical engineering standards, specifications, and best practices

• Support project cost awareness and effective resource utilization

• Other duties as assigned

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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.

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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: