Senior Automation Engineer

Senior Automation Engineer – Overview 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 Senior Automation Engineer, you will lead the programming, commissioning, and optimization of advanced control systems supporting compression and midstream operations. This role requires strong technical expertise, independent execution, and the ability to anticipate customer needs and deliver innovative automation solutions. Key Responsibilities Lead programming, troubleshooting, and commissioning of PLC and HMI/SCADA systems. Design and implement control strategies (PID loops, motor control, alarm management). Translate business and operational needs into effective automation solutions. Develop control system documentation (control narratives, cause & effect, control philosophy). Collaborate across teams to ensure safety, compliance, and continuous improvement. Provide technical leadership and may oversee project work of others. Monitor project scope, costs, and resources. Prepare and deliver technical presentations. Champion safety standards, procedures, and best practices. Required Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Engineering; or Engineering Technology degree with P.E. license. 8+ years of automation/control experience in natural gas, petrochemical, or similar industries. Experience with PLCs (Allen-Bradley, SCADAPack) and HMI/SCADA systems. Knowledge of natural gas processing and compression operations. Commissioning of midstream or process facilities. Control system documentation development. Electrical/instrumentation standards (e.g., NEC, API RP 500). Strong analytical skills with ability to translate requirements into control logic. Effective communication and collaboration skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Office. Preferred Qualifications Professional Engineer (P.E.) license. Experience in Pre‑FEED, FEED, or EPC project phases. Background in instrumentation and electrical system design (low/medium voltage). Experience leading projects or mentoring others. Work Environment 20–30% travel based on project need. Equal Opportunity Statement 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr Williams