Engineer Kevin Liu leads a team handling hundreds of tactical projects, from small maintenance to major infrastructure upgrades. Every day is different and can feel like racing toward multiple finish lines, while dodging obstacles and keeping a foot on the gas.
Since joining Williams after graduating from the University of Maryland in 2005, he’s found a high gear career that never slows down. Now, as director of tactical projects and based in Houston, Liu leads increasingly complex work and is seeking engineers and project managers ready to help drive the future of clean energy.
Why is Williams a great place to build a career?
We have big company scale but a small company feel. You get the resources of a major company, but the support of a close-knit team. We’re growing fast and encouraging new ideas and calculated risk‑taking. It’s a culture where people genuinely help each other win.
What’s exciting about the tactical team?
Our world changes every day. We work on everything from small reliability fixes to major multi‑year upgrades. The tougher the challenge, the more the team’s energy kicks in.
The nature of our work allows us to quickly pilot new strategies, scale and right-size our processes and see the impact of our decisions almost immediately. And when something doesn’t work, we can adapt quickly and apply those lessons to the very next project.
What qualities do you look for when hiring?
Drive, curiosity and judgment. We want people excited to be here, people who can simplify ambiguity, make good calls under pressure and move quickly without cutting corners. The company is growing and we’re evolving fast. Employees are empowered to rethink processes, challenge assumptions and innovate safely.
How do you approach challenges and constant change in your role?
I love staying in motion and genuinely thrive in adversity, something our 3- and 5-year-olds make sure we practice daily at home. I bring that same mindset to work, where the challenges are steady, priorities are evolving and system demands are at record levels. We’re fortunate to have a committed team built to move fast with purpose, adapt quickly and never hesitate to step up to the next challenge.
Find out more about working at Williams at www.williams.com/careers/