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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Overview

Open roles637+
Top employerApple
Top cityAustin, TX
Cities hiring43
Work type86% On-site
Top industryElectronics

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NVIDIA
CPU Design Engineer
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NVIDIA
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CPU Design Engineer
NVIDIA
Austin, Texas
Specialized Engineering
Electrical Engineering
Engineering (Non-Software)
$116k - $219k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's

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Cadence Design Systems
Design Engineer II
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Cadence Design Systems
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Design Engineer II
Cadence Design Systems
Austin, Texas
Specialized Engineering
Electrical Engineering
Industrial & Manufacturing Engineering
Engineering (Non-Software)
Manufacturing Engineering
On-Site
Master's
10,000+

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Silicon Labs
Design Engineer I
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Silicon Labs
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Design Engineer I
Silicon Labs
Austin, Texas
Specialized Engineering
Electrical Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Engineering (Non-Software)
$79k - $146k/yr
Hybrid
Master's
1,001-5,000

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Micron Technology
Custom HBM Architecture and Design Engineer, Senior Member of Technical Staff (SMTS)
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Micron Technology
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Custom HBM Architecture and Design Engineer, Senior Member of Technical Staff (SMTS)
Micron Technology
Richardson, Texas
Specialized Engineering
Electrical Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Engineering (Non-Software)
$199k - $375k/yr
On-Site
None
10,000+

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Apple
Manufacturing Design Engineer
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Apple
Added 3d ago
Manufacturing Design Engineer
Apple
Austin, Texas
Specialized Engineering
Industrial & Manufacturing Engineering
Engineering (Non-Software)
Manufacturing Engineering
On-Site
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Design Engineer Jobs by City in Texas

Where Texas roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Austin
353 jobs
Houston
77 jobs
Richardson
58 jobs
Dallas
43 jobs
San Antonio
22 jobs
Fort Worth
11 jobs
Plano
9 jobs
El Paso
6 jobs
Irving
4 jobs

Design Engineer Job Market in Texas

A snapshot from current Texas openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

  • Apple
    Apple157
  • Fluor
    Fluor39
  • Micron Technology
    Micron Technology27
  • Celestica
    Celestica24
  • Colliers Engineering & Design
    Colliers Engineering & Design24

Top Industries Hiring

  • Electronics & Hardware311
  • Consulting & Professional Services105
  • Construction & Real Estate85
  • Technology & Software81
  • Manufacturing23

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 Apple, Fluor, and Micron Technology, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 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 14% of design engineer openings tied to Texas are remote or hybrid as of June 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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