Commissioning Engineer Jobs in Texas
Commissioning engineer jobs in Texas are among the most active in the country, concentrated in oil and gas, power generation, industrial automation, and large-scale construction across a wide seniority range from entry-level field technician to senior systems engineer. Houston leads hiring volume, with Dallas-Fort Worth and San Antonio also posting consistent demand from major employers including Emerson Electric, Fluor, and Burns & McDonnell, all of which maintain substantial Texas operations. The most in-demand specialties are building automation systems, electrical and instrumentation commissioning, and process controls for energy and petrochemical facilities. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Requisition ID: 101367
Job Category: Commissioning
Location: Houston, TX, United States
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CORE brings together the necessary elements of a project to achieve nameplate value and deliver peak asset performance. We take a staged approach to verifying technical readiness and ensuring organizational preparedness, right up to achieving full operational capacity.
Looking to take the next step in your career? Hatch is currently seeking a Commissioning Engineer to join our Commissioning team working on Metals projects.
As the successful candidate, you will:
- Be responsible for and lead project Commissioning Team(s) as assigned by the Commissioning Manager in Hatch offices during planning and on client sites during execution. This responsibility includes supporting recruitment, mobilisation, training, supervision and de-mobilisation of personnel including vendors and technical specialists
- Coordinate with engineering and construction teams to ensure efficient plant handover to commissioning and achieving an optimal commissioning schedule. This includes ensuring testing requirements are included in the design (for example bypass lines, temporary power and water, module isolation valves) and where possible construction programs are aligned with the optimal commissioning sequence
- Be responsible for the quality assurance and control of all project commissioning deliverables and activities on a projectBe responsible for early identification of commissioning resource requirements and assisting Hatch train, develop and recruit high quality commissioning personnel.
You will bring to the role:
- Relevant Bachelor of Engineering or equivalent experience
- Commissioning Engineer must have at least 5 years specific experience in the supervision of specialized commissioning personnel on new electrical facilities
- A broad knowledge of installation, functional testing, and operation of Mechanical, Instrumentation, Piping and Electrical Systems utilized for various processes. As a Commissioning Engineer, it is critical to be able to direct multi-discipline teams and to see the entire picture of the operating plant.Knowledge, skills and ability to manage a diverse group of technical, project and operating personnel
- Significant technical background in energy, mining and / or mineral processing.
Why join us?
- Work with great people to make a difference
- Collaborate on exciting projects to develop innovative solutions
- Top employer
What we offer you?
- Flexible work environment
- Long term career development
- Think globally, work locally
Don't meet every single requirement? You don't need to. At Hatch, we are building a diverse, inclusive workplace that fosters innovation. If you're interested in this role, we encourage you to apply even if your past experiences don't perfectly align with the skills we've listed.
We're committed to fostering a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we operate and serve. Hatch is an Equal Opportunity Employer that considers applicants without regard to age, race, color, national origin, citizenship, religion, creed, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, veteran, or any other protected status. If you have any accommodation requirements, please let us know. We'll do our best to meet your needs in accordance with applicable local legislation.
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What Texas Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in commissioning engineer jobs across Texas.
- Bachelor's degree in electrical, mechanical, or controls engineering required by most Texas employers
- Three or more years of field commissioning experience on industrial or commercial systems
- Proficiency with PLC and SCADA systems, especially in oil, gas, or power applications
- Familiarity with NEC, ISA, and ASHRAE standards commonly referenced in Texas project specs
- Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, P&IDs, and instrumentation loop drawings
- Willingness to travel to job sites across Texas, including remote upstream and midstream locations
Commissioning Engineer Jobs in Texas: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a commissioning engineer in Texas?
Texas does not require a state-issued license specifically for commissioning engineers, but most employers expect a bachelor's degree in electrical, mechanical, or systems engineering alongside hands-on field experience. Earning a Certified Commissioning Professional credential through the Building Commissioning Association or an instrumentation certification through ISA strengthens candidacy significantly. Engineers who pursue a Professional Engineer license through the Texas Board of Professional Engineers gain an added edge on projects requiring a licensed engineer of record.
How much do commissioning engineers make in Texas?
Commissioning engineers in Texas earn a median of about $115,810 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $64,430 for the lowest 10% to over $177,780 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire commissioning engineers in Texas?
Employers hiring commissioning engineers in Texas right now include Tesla, C2O, and Amazon, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Texas's concentration of energy, petrochemical, and large commercial construction projects means demand is spread across both global engineering firms and regional specialty contractors with long-term project pipelines in the state.
Which Texas cities have the most commissioning engineer jobs?
Houston, Dallas, and Austin have the most commissioning engineer openings in Texas. Houston dominates because of its dense concentration of petrochemical plants, refineries, and energy infrastructure, while Dallas-Fort Worth draws demand from commercial construction, data centers, and manufacturing, and San Antonio sees steady activity tied to utilities, military facilities, and expanding industrial development.
Are there remote commissioning engineer jobs in Texas?
Yes, but they're rare. Commissioning engineers are fundamentally on-site roles requiring hands-on system verification, startup, and testing, so fully remote positions are uncommon. About 44% of commissioning engineer openings tied to Texas are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, and those tend to be design review, documentation, or project coordination phases rather than active field commissioning work.
How can I get hired as a commissioning engineer in Texas with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is starting as a field technician or instrumentation technician with a large Texas engineering contractor, then transitioning into a junior commissioning role. Employers like Emerson, Wood Group, and regional MEP contractors regularly bring on associates with strong technical fundamentals and a willingness to travel. Completing an ISA certification or building automation coursework before applying, and targeting assistant commissioning engineer or startup technician titles, gives candidates without direct experience a credible foothold.
Where can I find and apply to commissioning engineer jobs in Texas?
You can find and apply to commissioning engineer jobs in Texas on Migrate Mate, which lists current Texas openings from employers actively hiring right now. Find roles that fit your experience and specialty and apply directly to the ones that match.
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