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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What Your Day Will Look Like:
:This position offers exposure to a diverse range of clients and projects, providing opportunities to work through all phases of project delivery, from planning and preliminary design to final design and construction support. Through collaboration with multidisciplinary teams, you will strengthen your technical expertise while further developing your project management, coordination, and client service skills.
What You'll Do:
:- Lead and support structural and bridge design tasks as part of an integrated engineering team
- Serve as a technical resource and mentor to junior staff, including EITs
- Perform structural/bridge analysis, engineering calculations, load‑rating evaluations, and design checks
- Develop and review structural/bridge plans, specifications, estimates, and supporting documents
- Conduct conceptual engineering studies and provide recommendations
- Support and lead preliminary engineering and final design efforts
- Prepare high‑quality technical reports and design summaries
- Coordinate with internal project managers, coworkers, local governments, and TxDOT
- Participate in client meetings, project presentations, and proposal efforts as needed
What You'll Need:
:- 4+ years of professional experience in civil/structural engineering with a focus on bridge design.
- Professional Engineer License (PE).
- Demonstrated experience with bridge design principles, methodologies, and current AASHTO LRFD standards.
- Strong knowledge of concrete and steel design.
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Proficiency with required software, including:
- Bentley OpenRoads Designer (ORD) or other MicroStation‑based platforms
- Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, etc.)
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Beneficial (not required) software experience:
- Mathcad
- Erickson Culvert
- BGS
- PGSuper
- RISA
- LEAP Bridge Suite
- AutoCAD Civil 3D
- This hybrid job operates between an office environment and a field environment and routinely requires the use of standard office equipment such as computers, phones and copy machines. May require occasional exposure to work environments that may include inclement weather, heat, humidity, noise, hazard, atmospheric conditions, and bodies of water, depending on project requirements.
- While performing the duties of this job, physical demands of the employee include frequent sitting, moving, standing, talking, hearing, and occasional balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, handling, grasping, and feeling. This job may occasionally require operating a company vehicle, and lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling up to 35 lbs.
- Career Growth & Development – Tuition reimbursement program, paid professional training, major license achievement bonus, extensive on-demand learning center, and paid professional memberships.
- Work-Life Alignment – Industry-competitive PTO, seven paid holidays and two floating holidays, flexible work schedules, paid parental leave, and eligibility for hybrid and remote work options for some employees based on role responsibilities.
- Wellness – Medical, dental and vision insurance, employee assistance program, fitness and wellness reimbursement, and HSA and FSA options.
- Life – Employer-paid STD and LTD, employer-paid term life insurance, and retirement 401(k) with company match.
- Community – Quarterly social events, paid group volunteering events, and employee networks and groups.
Consor’s Commitment to Equal Opportunity in the Workplace
Consor welcomes and celebrates equality and diversity in the workplace. We are committed to fostering an environment in which employees and prospective employees are treated with dignity and respect, and where the uniqueness, perspectives, and experiences of individuals are valued. Consor is an equal opportunity employer and maintains employment practices designed to provide equal employment and development opportunities for all employees and applicants, in accordance with applicable local, state, and federal laws. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Consor also maintains an affirmative action program across its offices and worksites.
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Design Engineer Job Market in Texas
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Who's Hiring
- Apple18

- AMD13

- NVIDIA13

- Tesla11

- Amazon10

Top Industries Hiring
- Electronics & Hardware35
- Technology & Software14
- Consulting & Professional Services14
- Construction & Real Estate10
- Manufacturing8
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, AMD, and NVIDIA, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 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 Dallas 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 39% of design engineer openings tied to Texas are remote or hybrid as of August 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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