CAD Designer Jobs in Texas
CAD Designer jobs in Texas are in strong demand, with active hiring in aerospace and defense, oil and gas, civil infrastructure, and manufacturing, at levels from entry-level drafters through senior design leads. Houston, Dallas-Fort Worth, and San Antonio are the primary hiring hubs, home to established employers such as Lockheed Martin, Jacobs Engineering, and Burns & McDonnell. The most sought-after specialties in Texas listings are structural and mechanical CAD work, civil site design, and piping and instrumentation drafting. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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INTRODUCTION
RRC is seeking a talented CAD Designer - BESS to help us build the future of both U.S. and Canada energy production from both remote work locations and any one of our U.S. or Canadian office locations. RRC is a multi-disciplinary engineering firm that specializes in energy projects, particularly renewable energy, throughout the United States. Founded in 2007, RRC provides a culture where employees are valued while contributing to meaningful projects. This is an opportunity to work at the forefront of the evolving energy production landscape.
RRC CORE VALUES
Must understand and personify RRC’s core values:
- Client Satisfaction – understands the goal of always exceeding our client’s expectations
- Employee Happiness – able to work well with others, communicate clearly with coworkers, promote a positive work environment, and mediate conflicts between team members
- Quality Work - able to take ownership, work independently, prioritize workload, and deliver quality results on time while working on multiple projects simultaneously
- Above and Beyond - versatile, flexible, able to anticipate the needs of the company, take the initiative, and willing to go out of your way to assist others
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Collaborate with internal and external multi-disciplinary teams to create precise electrical engineering designs for utility-scale BESS projects.
- Create detailed designs in 2-D and 3-D using primarily AutoCAD Civil 3-D software and prepare drawings per project specifications & client requirements.
- Create site plans, single line diagrams, cable schedules, and equipment elevation drawings for BESS electrical drawing packages.
- Work in AutoCAD C3D to create site model layouts by creating geolocated electrical base files, while ensuring coordination with internal and external multidisciplinary groups, referencing each other’s work.
- Ensure that all project drawings adhere to RRC internal standards, relevant industry regulations, codes and best practices.
- Ability to review and understand equipment specification sheets and determine requirements for BESS electrical systems.
- Participate in efforts to improve quality and aesthetics of BESS team final products by participating in electrical team and multi-disciplinary efforts to improve and advance department and RRC standards, best-practices, SOP’s, and other documentation.
- Participate in project meetings and provide regular progress reports to managers, engineers, clients, and other stakeholders.
- Maintains high ethical and professional standards within the organization and in nurturing relationships with clients.
- Other responsibilities as assigned.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES)
- Bachelor’s degree in electrical or similar engineering technology, or related degree, or equivalent professional experience.
- 4+ years of engineering design with the use of AutoCAD C3D, or other relevant experience.
- Physical design experience required, excellent spatial awareness and ability to visualize 3-D reality while designing often in 2-D space.
- Proficiency with AutoCAD required, preferred experience with AutoCAD Civil 3D, and proficient understanding and use of geographic systems and/or GIS software.
- Knowledge of low to medium voltage electrical power systems required.
- Must possess strong technical verbal communication and technical writing skills. Assists with design development by effectively communicating with internal engineers and external clients as it pertains to specific design related aspects. Communicate effectively in collaborative online meetings and communications using Microsoft Teams and Outlook for e-mail.
- Must be able to read and understand technical literature and specification sheets, determine valuable information required to complete complex design.
- Must be able to read and understand engineering plans, dimensioned drawings, single line diagrams and other types of engineering details.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Knowledge of utility scale battery energy storage systems (BESS).
- Knowledge of PV (Solar), wind power, and any renewable energy electrical systems at any scale is a plus.
- Knowledge and understanding of civil design grading, roads and drainage, structural steel and concrete design, installation of PVC electrical conduit, and other construction practices related to the electrical field is also a plus.
BENEFITS
RRC is committed to investing in talented employees because we recognize that healthy, happy employees provide the best path to sustaining a successful business. RRC offers competitive salaries and benefits for full-time employees, including:
- Flexible work hours to accommodate work-life balance.
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- 401k matching
- Bonus eligibility
- Tuition reimbursement for certain pre-approved education pursuits
- RRSP matching (Canada), 401k matching (US)
RRC thanks you for your interest in joining RRC. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
No recruiters or staffing firms please.
In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.
RRC Companies is committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment and assessment process. If you require an accommodation, please contact Human Resources or the recruitment contact listed in this posting.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.
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CAD Designer Job Market in Texas
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Who's Hiring
- Panelmatic4

- Westwood Professional Services4

- Fluor3

- Kiewit2

- Kiewit Corporation2

Top Industries Hiring
- Consulting & Professional Services16
- Construction & Real Estate6
- Manufacturing5
- Energy4
- Technology & Software3
What Texas Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in CAD designer jobs across Texas.
- Proficiency in AutoCAD and at least one industry-specific platform such as Revit or SolidWorks
- Associate or bachelor's degree in drafting technology, engineering technology, or a related field
- Experience producing construction documents, fabrication drawings, or as-built packages
- Ability to read and interpret engineering specifications, blueprints, and design schematics
- Familiarity with industry standards relevant to Texas sectors such as oil and gas or civil construction
- Strong attention to detail and experience working within multidisciplinary project teams
CAD Designer Jobs in Texas: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a cad designer in Texas?
Most cad designers in Texas enter through an associate degree in drafting and design technology or an engineering technology program at a community college such as Houston Community College or Austin Community College. Texas does not require a state-issued license for cad designers, but employers in engineering and construction strongly prefer candidates who hold a certification from the American Design Drafting Association. Building a focused portfolio of drawings in a relevant discipline, such as civil, mechanical, or structural, significantly improves hiring prospects.
How much do CAD designers make in Texas?
CAD designers in Texas earn a median of about $79,380 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $52,000 for the lowest 10% to over $106,080 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire cad designers in Texas?
Employers hiring cad designers in Texas right now include Panelmatic, Westwood Professional Services, and Fluor, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. Texas's concentration of energy, defense, and large-scale infrastructure firms means demand for experienced drafters stays consistent even outside economic peaks.
Which Texas cities have the most cad designer jobs?
Houston, Conroe, and Frisco have the most cad designer openings in Texas. Houston leads because of its dense cluster of engineering and energy firms supporting oil and gas and petrochemical projects, while Dallas-Fort Worth draws volume from aerospace, defense, and commercial construction employers, and San Antonio adds steady demand through military installation work and civil infrastructure projects.
Are there remote cad designer jobs in Texas?
Yes, but they're less common than in purely analytical roles, since many cad designer positions require coordination with engineers and on-site teams. About 13% of cad designer openings tied to Texas are remote or hybrid as of June 2026, which is a meaningful share. The tasks most likely to be performed remotely are production drafting, design updates, and BIM coordination work that does not require physical site access.
How can I get hired as a cad designer in Texas with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying for a junior drafter or drafting technician role at a civil or mechanical engineering firm, where output expectations are matched to supervised production work. Large Texas engineering employers such as Jacobs and Halff Associates hire entry-level drafters with associate degrees or completed coursework, especially when applicants bring a portfolio of clean, dimensioned drawings. Community college drafting programs in Texas often include industry partnerships that place graduates in internship or co-op positions that convert to full-time roles.
Where can I find and apply to cad designer jobs in Texas?
You can find and apply to cad designer jobs in Texas on Migrate Mate, which lists current Texas openings across the state's major hiring metros and industries. Find the roles that fit your experience and specialty and apply directly from each listing.
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