James Williams
About James Williams
James Williams is an AVP Sr. Engineering Specialist at FM Global with extensive experience in engineering and loss prevention.
Title and Current Role
James Williams holds the title of Assistant Vice President Senior Engineering Specialist at FM Global. He has been with FM Global in this role since 1999, working in the Cincinnati - Louisville area. His responsibilities include providing training and contributing to the writing of standards on the protection and maintenance of large machinery. He also delivers Equipment Hazards Field Engineering services in various regions, including Mexico, Canada, and Brazil.
Previous Experience
James Williams previously worked at the Factory Mutual Engineering Association in multiple roles. From 1990 to 1999, he served as a Senior Engineering Specialist in the Dayton, Ohio, area. Before that, from 1982 to 1990, he was a Loss Prevention Consultant/Specialist in the Cleveland/Akron, Ohio area, later moving to Dayton, Ohio after 1985. Earlier in his career, he worked at Ohio Edison Company as an Engineer in Training from 1979 to 1981 in the Youngstown/Akron Ohio area.
Education and Academic Background
James Williams studied at The University of Akron, where he earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering, completing his studies in 1982. Prior to his university education, he attended Orrville High School from 1972 to 1976, focusing on College/University Preparatory studies.
Expertise and Contributions
James Williams offers extensive expertise in business continuity analysis, aiming to improve breakdown and lost business risk. He also provides training and contributes to global standards for the protection and maintenance of large machinery. His expertise extends to Equipment Hazards Field Engineering services in regions such as Mexico, Canada, and Brazil.
Volunteer Work and Community Involvement
In addition to his professional work, James Williams has been involved in volunteering for facilities work at church and Christian ministry organizations in his local area. He has also played a significant role in home schooling his five children over the past 35 years.