Design Engineer Jobs in Texas
Design Engineer jobs in Texas are active and in consistent demand, with the state's engineering sector drawing talent into aerospace, oil and gas, defense, and advanced manufacturing at every level from entry-level to senior principal. Houston, Dallas-Fort Worth, and Austin are the primary hiring centers, home to major employers such as Lockheed Martin, Texas Instruments, and ExxonMobil that maintain large engineering teams across the state. The most in-demand specialties include mechanical design, systems integration, and product development engineering. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Product Development & Design Engineer
Wilco Classics & Speed – Round Rock, TX
$75,000–$105,000 per year (Based on Experience)
Full-Time | 4-Day Work Week | Benefits
Design. Engineer. Build.
Wilco Classics & Speed is looking for a highly motivated Product Development & Design Engineer who wants to turn ideas into real-world automotive products.
This is not a traditional desk engineering position. You'll work directly with our fabrication, machining, and mechanical teams to develop custom automotive components, engineer new products, reverse engineer existing parts, and bring concepts to life using the latest design and manufacturing technologies.
If you're passionate about cars, engineering, manufacturing, and creating things that have never existed before, we'd love to meet you.
What You'll Do
- Design custom automotive components using SolidWorks or similar 3D CAD software.
- Create both solid models and complex surface models for production.
- Perform 3D scanning and post-scan processing.
- Reverse engineer OEM and aftermarket components.
- Design parts for CNC machining, fabrication, and additive manufacturing.
- Create detailed manufacturing drawings and production documentation.
- Prototype components using 3D printing.
- Work directly with outsourced machine shops and manufacturing partners from prototype through production.
- Collaborate daily with our fabrication, mechanical, and assembly teams to solve engineering challenges.
- Improve manufacturability, reduce production time, and develop repeatable products and processes.
- Take ownership of projects from concept through completed production.
Qualifications
Required
- Mechanical Engineering degree or equivalent experience.
- Proficiency with SolidWorks or comparable 3D CAD software.
- Strong understanding of machining, manufacturing, and fabrication processes.
- Excellent mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills.
- Strong communication and organizational skills.
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Self-starter with a high level of ownership and accountability.
Preferred
- Automotive engineering or performance vehicle experience.
- Experience with reverse engineering.
- Experience using 3D scanners and post-processing software.
- CNC machining knowledge.
- 3D printing experience.
- Sheet metal, weldment, and surfacing experience.
- GD&T knowledge.
- CAM software experience.
What We're Looking For
We're looking for someone who enjoys figuring out how things work—and making them better.
The ideal candidate is naturally curious, takes ownership of their work, communicates well with others, and enjoys working alongside fabricators and technicians to solve difficult engineering challenges.
You won't spend your day isolated behind a computer. You'll be in the shop measuring parts, collaborating with builders, testing ideas, refining designs, and seeing your work become finished products.
Why Join Wilco Classics & Speed?
- Four-day work week (4 x 10-hour schedule)
- Climate-controlled facility
- Health benefits
- Paid holidays and PTO
- Retirement plan
- Work on unique custom, classic, and high-performance vehicles
- Opportunity to help develop proprietary products and future company offerings
- Small, highly skilled team where your work has a direct impact
About Wilco Classics & Speed
Wilco Classics & Speed specializes in engineering, restoring, customizing, and building exceptional classic and performance vehicles. We combine modern engineering with traditional craftsmanship to create vehicles and products that perform as well as they look.
If you're looking for a place where your engineering skills will be challenged, your ideas will matter, and you'll help build something unique, we encourage you to apply.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $35.00 - $50.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
Experience:
- Automotive Repair: 10 years (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
Work Location: In person
Product Development & Design Engineer
Wilco Classics & Speed – Round Rock, TX
$75,000–$105,000 per year (Based on Experience)
Full-Time | 4-Day Work Week | Benefits
Design. Engineer. Build.
Wilco Classics & Speed is looking for a highly motivated Product Development & Design Engineer who wants to turn ideas into real-world automotive products.
This is not a traditional desk engineering position. You'll work directly with our fabrication, machining, and mechanical teams to develop custom automotive components, engineer new products, reverse engineer existing parts, and bring concepts to life using the latest design and manufacturing technologies.
If you're passionate about cars, engineering, manufacturing, and creating things that have never existed before, we'd love to meet you.
What You'll Do
- Design custom automotive components using SolidWorks or similar 3D CAD software.
- Create both solid models and complex surface models for production.
- Perform 3D scanning and post-scan processing.
- Reverse engineer OEM and aftermarket components.
- Design parts for CNC machining, fabrication, and additive manufacturing.
- Create detailed manufacturing drawings and production documentation.
- Prototype components using 3D printing.
- Work directly with outsourced machine shops and manufacturing partners from prototype through production.
- Collaborate daily with our fabrication, mechanical, and assembly teams to solve engineering challenges.
- Improve manufacturability, reduce production time, and develop repeatable products and processes.
- Take ownership of projects from concept through completed production.
Qualifications
Required
- Mechanical Engineering degree or equivalent experience.
- Proficiency with SolidWorks or comparable 3D CAD software.
- Strong understanding of machining, manufacturing, and fabrication processes.
- Excellent mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills.
- Strong communication and organizational skills.
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Self-starter with a high level of ownership and accountability.
Preferred
- Automotive engineering or performance vehicle experience.
- Experience with reverse engineering.
- Experience using 3D scanners and post-processing software.
- CNC machining knowledge.
- 3D printing experience.
- Sheet metal, weldment, and surfacing experience.
- GD&T knowledge.
- CAM software experience.
What We're Looking For
We're looking for someone who enjoys figuring out how things work—and making them better.
The ideal candidate is naturally curious, takes ownership of their work, communicates well with others, and enjoys working alongside fabricators and technicians to solve difficult engineering challenges.
You won't spend your day isolated behind a computer. You'll be in the shop measuring parts, collaborating with builders, testing ideas, refining designs, and seeing your work become finished products.
Why Join Wilco Classics & Speed?
- Four-day work week (4 x 10-hour schedule)
- Climate-controlled facility
- Health benefits
- Paid holidays and PTO
- Retirement plan
- Work on unique custom, classic, and high-performance vehicles
- Opportunity to help develop proprietary products and future company offerings
- Small, highly skilled team where your work has a direct impact
About Wilco Classics & Speed
Wilco Classics & Speed specializes in engineering, restoring, customizing, and building exceptional classic and performance vehicles. We combine modern engineering with traditional craftsmanship to create vehicles and products that perform as well as they look.
If you're looking for a place where your engineering skills will be challenged, your ideas will matter, and you'll help build something unique, we encourage you to apply.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $35.00 - $50.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
Experience:
- Automotive Repair: 10 years (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
Work Location: In person
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Design Engineer Job Market in Texas
A snapshot from current Texas openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Micron Technology39
- Raytheon22
- Lockheed Martin17
- Tesla15
- Amazon13
Top Industries Hiring
- Electronics & Hardware21
- Technology & Software7
- Consulting & Professional Services6
- Construction & Real Estate3
- Automotive1
What Texas Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in design engineer jobs across Texas.
- Bachelor's degree in mechanical, electrical, or a related engineering discipline required
- Proficiency in CAD software such as SolidWorks, AutoCAD, or CATIA
- Experience with product lifecycle management and engineering change processes
- Familiarity with GD&T standards and engineering drawing interpretation
- Ability to collaborate cross-functionally with manufacturing, procurement, and quality teams
- Professional Engineer license or EIT credential preferred for senior-level roles
Design Engineer Jobs in Texas: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a design engineer in Texas?
Most design engineer roles in Texas require a bachelor's degree in mechanical, electrical, or a related engineering field from an ABET-accredited program. For senior or independently licensed positions, Texas requires licensure through the Texas Board of Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors, which involves passing the Fundamentals of Engineering exam, gaining qualifying work experience, and then passing the Principles and Practice of Engineering exam. Many employers hire new graduates without a license if they are actively pursuing Engineer-in-Training certification.
Which companies hire design engineers in Texas?
Employers hiring design engineers in Texas right now include Micron Technology, Raytheon, and Lockheed Martin, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Texas's concentration of aerospace, defense, semiconductor, and energy companies means design engineers can find sustained openings across a broad mix of industries and employer sizes.
Which Texas cities have the most design engineer jobs?
Austin, Houston, and Richardson have the most design engineer openings in Texas, reflecting the concentration of aerospace and defense contractors around Dallas-Fort Worth, the energy and petrochemical industry anchored in Houston, and the fast-growing semiconductor and consumer electronics sector centered in Austin.
Are there remote design engineer jobs in Texas?
Yes, but they're less common than in purely analytical roles because design engineering often requires hands-on lab access, prototype reviews, and on-site collaboration with manufacturing teams. About 43% of design engineer openings tied to Texas are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, with remote work most available for roles focused on CAD modeling, documentation, or systems-level design that do not require physical presence on a production floor.
How can I get hired as a design engineer in Texas with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying to new-graduate or associate engineer programs, which large Texas employers in aerospace and defense such as Lockheed Martin and Raytheon run specifically for candidates without professional experience. University co-op programs at Texas A&M, UT Austin, and Rice University also place students directly into design roles before graduation. Building a portfolio of CAD projects or independent design work and earning an Engineer-in-Training certification through the Texas Board of Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors gives candidates a concrete edge over those with no credentials.
Where can I find and apply to design engineer jobs in Texas?
You can find and apply to design engineer jobs in Texas on Migrate Mate, which lists current Texas openings updated regularly. Find the roles that fit your background and apply directly from the listing.
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