Technical Specialist; Controls

Position: Technical Specialist (Controls)
## Technical Specialist (Controls)
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Posted 5 Days Agojob requisition :
R111069

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.  
** Power the Digital Age with Us
** At Williams, we’re not only making energy happen—we’re transforming how it powers the future. With exciting data center projects underway, we’re expanding our team to support these high-tech facilities with reliable, clean energy. If you’re passionate about hands-on work, cutting-edge technology, and making a real impact, we’d love to meet you.

Learn more about these projects at:
Power Innovation | Williams Companies
** What You’ll Experience
** As a controls-focused Technical Specialist, you’ll join a dynamic team dedicated to maintaining and optimizing advanced control systems for Williams’ largest horsepower and power distribution installations. Your hands-on experience will center around:
* Gas turbines and high-speed reciprocating engines, emphasizing automated control and monitoring
* Medium voltage generators and power distribution systems, with a focus on electrical controls and protection schemes
* Environmental controls and sophisticated distributed control systems (DCS) that ensure safe and efficient operations

You’ll play a critical role in supporting construction projects, troubleshooting complex control equipment, and analyzing data to resolve technical challenges. This position provides a pathway to grow as a controls leader among your peers, driving innovation in energy management and automation.##
** What You’ll Do
** In this controls-focused role, your tasks will include:
* Installing, configuring, and maintaining Distributed Control Systems (DCS), Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs), and Human-Machine Interfaces (HMIs) to ensure seamless integration and reliable performance
* Troubleshooting, tuning, and optimizing control loops, instrumentation, and automation networks to enhance system stability and efficiency
* Supporting the integration and operation of SCADA platforms and real-time data systems, leveraging advanced controls for data-driven decision making
* Collaborating closely with engineering and operations teams to elevate system controls, performance, and reliability
* Participating in commissioning, startup, and upgrades of control systems, applying best practices in automation and controls engineering
* Reviewing technical documentation, control schematics, and engineering designs with a focus on controls architecture and functionality
* Leading or supporting automation and controls-related projects, as well as training initiatives to develop team expertise
* Maintaining accurate records, reports, and compliance documentation related to controls and automation systems
* Performing other duties as assigned, with an emphasis on controls excellence and continuous improvement
** What You’ll Bring
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* Required:

*** Associate degree or equivalent experience in instrumentation, electrical, or automation technology
* Minimum 6 years of experience in oil & gas or industrial automation
* Valid State Driver’s License and clean driving record
* Strong understanding of control systems, instrumentation, and industrial networking
* Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills
* Commitment to safety and operational excellence
** Preferred:
*** Bachelor’s degree in engineering or technical field
* 10+ years of progressive experience in automation, controls, or instrumentation engineering
** Work Environment & Schedule
*** Work in extreme temperatures, loud environments, and enclosed spaces
* Lift up to 50 lbs and team-lift heavier loads
* Stand, walk, climb, bend, and squat for extended periods
* Work at elevated levels using ladders, scaffolding, or lifts with appropriate PPE
* Use hand tools and diagnostic equipment
* Available for shift work, on-call rotations, nights, weekends, and…