Electrical Engineering Technician Jobs in Texas

Electrical engineering technician jobs in Texas are among the most active in the country, concentrated in aerospace and defense, oil and gas infrastructure, semiconductor manufacturing, and electric utility systems, with openings at every level from entry-level bench technician through senior field engineer tech. Houston, Dallas-Fort Worth, and Austin are the primary hiring centers, where employers like Lockheed Martin, Texas Instruments, and Oncor Electric Delivery maintain large, sustained workforces of electrical engineering technicians. The most in-demand specialties in Texas right now are power systems testing, PCB assembly and inspection, and instrumentation and controls. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles81
Top employerAmazon
Top cityHouston, TX
Cities hiring22
Work type72% On-site
Top industryConsulting

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L3Harris
Associate, Electrical Engineering
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L3Harris
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Associate, Electrical Engineering
L3Harris
Greenville, Texas
Solutions Engineering & Architecture
Specialized Engineering
Systems Administration
Technical Program Management
Bachelor's degree
10,000+

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DLR Group
Electrical Engineering Studio Leader
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DLR Group
Added 1d ago
Electrical Engineering Studio Leader
DLR Group
Fort Worth, Texas
Business Development
Business Strategy
Partnerships & Business Development
Bachelor's degree in architectural engineering
1,001-5,000

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LiquidStack
Electrical Engineering Lead
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Electrical Engineering Lead
LiquidStack
Carrollton, Texas
Project Management
Solutions Engineering & Architecture
Technical Program Management
Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering

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CenterPoint Energy
Electrical Engineer, Distribution Resilience Engineering
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CenterPoint Energy
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Electrical Engineer, Distribution Resilience Engineering
CenterPoint Energy
Houston, Texas
Business Development
Growth Marketing
Marketing
Bachelor of Science
5,001-10,000

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Motiva Enterprises LLC
Motiva Summer Internship Position: Electrical Engineering Degree
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Motiva Summer Internship Position: Electrical Engineering Degree
Motiva Enterprises LLC
Port Arthur, Texas
Construction Management
Engineering (Non-Software)
Manufacturing Engineering
Specialized Engineering
Bachelor of Science
1,001-5,000

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Electrical Engineering Technician Jobs by City in Texas

Where Texas roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Houston
23 jobs
Austin
18 jobs
Dallas
10 jobs
Plano
5 jobs
Fort Worth
3 jobs
Edinburg
2 jobs
Arlington
2 jobs
Carrollton
2 jobs
Cedar Park
2 jobs

Electrical Engineering Technician Job Market in Texas

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

Who's Hiring

  • Amazon
    Amazon10
  • WSP
    WSP3
  • McCarthy Building
    McCarthy Building3
  • AECOM
    AECOM2
  • Atwell
    Atwell2

Top Industries Hiring

  • Consulting & Professional Services
  • Education
  • Technology & Software
  • Energy
  • Retail

What Texas Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in electrical engineering technician jobs across Texas.

  • Associate degree in electrical technology or a closely related engineering discipline required
  • Hands-on experience with test and measurement equipment such as oscilloscopes and multimeters
  • Familiarity with NEC standards and Texas-relevant electrical codes for commercial and industrial work
  • Proficiency reading and interpreting electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical drawings
  • Experience with PLCs, SCADA systems, or industrial control panels preferred by Texas energy employers
  • CompTIA Electronics Technician or IPC certification valued across Texas defense and manufacturing sites

Electrical Engineering Technician Jobs in Texas: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a electrical engineering technician in Texas?

The most direct path is completing an associate degree in electrical technology or electronics engineering technology from a Texas community college, such as those offered through the Texas State Technical College system or Houston Community College. Texas does not require a state-issued license specifically for electrical engineering technicians, but employers in energy and defense strongly prefer candidates with an IPC certification, a CompTIA Electronics Technician credential, or demonstrated experience with instrumentation calibration, which can be built through co-op programs tied to Texas technical colleges.

How much do electrical engineering technicians make in Texas?

Electrical engineering technicians in Texas earn a median of about $74,050 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $41,550 for the lowest 10% to over $105,560 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire electrical engineering technicians in Texas?

Employers hiring electrical engineering technicians in Texas right now include Amazon, WSP, and McCarthy Building, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Texas's concentration of defense contractors, investor-owned utilities, and semiconductor fabrication plants means sustained hiring across the state year-round, not just during project cycles.

Which Texas cities have the most electrical engineering technician jobs?

Houston, Austin, and Dallas have the most electrical engineering technician openings in Texas. Houston leads because of its dense cluster of petrochemical plants, power generation facilities, and energy infrastructure companies, while Dallas-Fort Worth draws demand from telecommunications, defense contractors, and electronics manufacturing, and Austin's growth in semiconductor and tech hardware manufacturing has made it a fast-rising market for this role.

Are there remote electrical engineering technician jobs in Texas?

Yes, but they're rare. Most electrical engineering technician work requires physical presence at a lab bench, test facility, or field site, which limits remote options significantly. About 28% of electrical engineering technician openings tied to Texas are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, and those that do allow remote work are typically concentrated in roles focused on design review, documentation, or CAD-based schematic drafting rather than hands-on testing or installation.

How can I get hired as a electrical engineering technician in Texas with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is an associate degree combined with a co-op or internship placed through Texas State Technical College or a similar Texas technical institution, since employers like Raytheon, Oncor, and Texas Instruments actively recruit from those pipelines. Entry roles to target include test technician aide, electronics assembly technician, and instrumentation helper, which are common stepping stones in Texas's energy and defense sectors. Earning an IPC-A-610 certification before applying gives candidates without field experience a measurable edge in Texas manufacturing and aerospace hiring.

Where can I find and apply to electrical engineering technician jobs in Texas?

You can find and apply to electrical engineering technician jobs in Texas on Migrate Mate, which lists current Texas openings from employers across the state. Find roles that fit your experience and location and apply directly to each one.

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