Electrical Systems Engineer Jobs in Texas
Electrical systems engineer jobs in Texas are among the most active in the country, concentrated in aerospace and defense, oil and gas, semiconductor manufacturing, and large-scale infrastructure, with openings from entry-level design roles through senior systems integration leads. The heaviest hiring is in Houston, Dallas-Fort Worth, and Austin, where established employers like Lockheed Martin, Texas Instruments, and Raytheon Technologies maintain significant engineering operations. Power systems design, embedded controls, and systems integration for defense and energy applications are the most in-demand specialties across the state. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Your future begins here! BGE, Inc. is a nationwide civil engineering consulting firm offering diverse career opportunities in a wide range of disciplines for public and private infrastructure projects. Our employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that includes outstanding health care, generous 401(k) match, professional career resources, and highly competitive work-life balance programs, including personal-time allowances, dependent care, and flexible Fridays.
In addition, BGE provides unlimited sick leave, floating holidays, and robust career growth guidance, including organization-wide leadership and mentorship programs to help you build connections and shape your career. BGE goes beyond competitive benefits to attract and retain the best in an environment that inspires excellence.
Summary
The Lead Electrical Engineer, Power Systems is a licensed engineer who leads the technical delivery of power engineering projects for the energy services sector and supervises the engineers and designers assigned to them. Projects span utility infrastructure, power distribution, renewable energy, grid interconnection, substations, backup power, and low- and medium-voltage systems. The role directs project scope, reviews team work, serves as a technical point of contact for clients and utilities, develops less experienced staff, and supports proposals and hiring.
Job Responsibilities
- Lead the power engineering design and technical delivery of assigned projects, from utility infrastructure and distribution to renewables, storage, and backup power.
- Supervise engineers, designers, and drafters: assign tasks, set priorities, balance workload, and keep work on schedule and budget.
- Review and approve team deliverables before release, and give specific feedback on what was corrected and why.
- Plan and manage the technical scope of small to medium projects, including task breakdown, level of effort, schedule input, and budget tracking.
- Produce and check low- and medium-voltage deliverables: single-line diagrams, load calculations, equipment sizing, grounding, lighting, raceway, feeder, and distribution layouts.
- Perform and review short circuit, load flow, arc flash, coordination, motor starting, and interconnection studies.
- Lead utility coordination and interconnection, including service entrance design, substation and switchgear interfaces, and compliance with owner and utility standards.
- Write and review reports, specifications, cost estimates, and construction documents, and seal work within the scope of licensure.
- Perform quality control reviews at project milestones to confirm compliance with codes, standards, regulations, and client preferences.
- Resolve design and construction-phase issues, including RFIs, submittals, change orders, and cross-discipline interface conflicts.
- Serve as technical point of contact for clients, utilities, authorities having jurisdiction, vendors, and contractors.
- Mentor staff, onboard new engineers, deliver internal training, and provide input to performance reviews and recognition.
- Contribute technical content, scope, and level of effort to client interviews, pursuits, and proposals, and take part in recruiting and networking to attract engineering talent.
- Keep design software skills current and drive improvements to standards, workflows, templates, and quality practices.
Job Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited university required.
- Professional Engineer license required, with the ability to obtain licensure by comity in additional states as project work requires.
- Valid driver's license required, with willingness to travel to project sites, substations, and construction sites.
- 4+ years of progressive power engineering experience, preferably in energy services, utility infrastructure, renewable energy, industrial power, or engineering consulting.
- Demonstrated ability to supervise a small technical team: assign work, check deliverables, and keep projects on schedule and budget.
- Working knowledge of power distribution, low- and medium-voltage systems, grounding, backup power, lighting, and equipment specification, with the ability to make and defend design decisions.
- Demonstrated experience preparing and reviewing short circuit, arc flash, load flow, coordination, and interconnection studies.
- Working knowledge of NFPA, IEEE, ANSI, and IEC codes and standards, applied without supervision.
- Intermediate proficiency with ETAP, SKM, EasyPower, Revit, AutoCAD Electrical, or similar platforms, with the judgment to recognize unreasonable results.
- Knowledge of the project lifecycle for small to medium projects, and basic change management: recognize a scope change, document it, and communicate its effect on cost and schedule.
- Mentoring, coaching, delegation, and basic people management skills, including the ability to give corrective feedback while keeping strong working relationships.
- Strong collaboration, communication, and technical writing skills, including developing and presenting training content.
- Preferred: experience with renewable energy, battery energy storage, distributed energy resources, substations, switchgear, or grid interconnection.
Some of our Benefits:
- 401k Match: 100% up to 4% of your contributions with immediate vesting + 3% Safe Harbor Contribution with immediate vesting
- Merit-Based Bonus Compensation
- Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance; BGE contributes to HSA on eligible plans
- 9 paid Holidays, including 3 Floating holidays
- Personal Time Allowances
- 2 to 4 weeks of Vacation, depending on experience-level. Unused vacation carries over to the next year.
- "Unlimited" Sick Days.
- Mentorship Program – Provides you with the opportunity to learn and receive guidance from seasoned professionals.
- Employee Referral Program that pays you for bringing great people into the BGE family
BGE is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. We prohibit discrimination and all employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, Vietnam Era Veteran Status, Disabled Veteran Status, or any other classification protected by federal, state or local laws.
NO SPONSORSHIP
NO AGENCIES
Your future begins here! BGE, Inc. is a nationwide civil engineering consulting firm offering diverse career opportunities in a wide range of disciplines for public and private infrastructure projects. Our employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that includes outstanding health care, generous 401(k) match, professional career resources, and highly competitive work-life balance programs, including personal-time allowances, dependent care, and flexible Fridays.
In addition, BGE provides unlimited sick leave, floating holidays, and robust career growth guidance, including organization-wide leadership and mentorship programs to help you build connections and shape your career. BGE goes beyond competitive benefits to attract and retain the best in an environment that inspires excellence.
Summary
The Lead Electrical Engineer, Power Systems is a licensed engineer who leads the technical delivery of power engineering projects for the energy services sector and supervises the engineers and designers assigned to them. Projects span utility infrastructure, power distribution, renewable energy, grid interconnection, substations, backup power, and low- and medium-voltage systems. The role directs project scope, reviews team work, serves as a technical point of contact for clients and utilities, develops less experienced staff, and supports proposals and hiring.
Job Responsibilities
- Lead the power engineering design and technical delivery of assigned projects, from utility infrastructure and distribution to renewables, storage, and backup power.
- Supervise engineers, designers, and drafters: assign tasks, set priorities, balance workload, and keep work on schedule and budget.
- Review and approve team deliverables before release, and give specific feedback on what was corrected and why.
- Plan and manage the technical scope of small to medium projects, including task breakdown, level of effort, schedule input, and budget tracking.
- Produce and check low- and medium-voltage deliverables: single-line diagrams, load calculations, equipment sizing, grounding, lighting, raceway, feeder, and distribution layouts.
- Perform and review short circuit, load flow, arc flash, coordination, motor starting, and interconnection studies.
- Lead utility coordination and interconnection, including service entrance design, substation and switchgear interfaces, and compliance with owner and utility standards.
- Write and review reports, specifications, cost estimates, and construction documents, and seal work within the scope of licensure.
- Perform quality control reviews at project milestones to confirm compliance with codes, standards, regulations, and client preferences.
- Resolve design and construction-phase issues, including RFIs, submittals, change orders, and cross-discipline interface conflicts.
- Serve as technical point of contact for clients, utilities, authorities having jurisdiction, vendors, and contractors.
- Mentor staff, onboard new engineers, deliver internal training, and provide input to performance reviews and recognition.
- Contribute technical content, scope, and level of effort to client interviews, pursuits, and proposals, and take part in recruiting and networking to attract engineering talent.
- Keep design software skills current and drive improvements to standards, workflows, templates, and quality practices.
Job Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited university required.
- Professional Engineer license required, with the ability to obtain licensure by comity in additional states as project work requires.
- Valid driver's license required, with willingness to travel to project sites, substations, and construction sites.
- 4+ years of progressive power engineering experience, preferably in energy services, utility infrastructure, renewable energy, industrial power, or engineering consulting.
- Demonstrated ability to supervise a small technical team: assign work, check deliverables, and keep projects on schedule and budget.
- Working knowledge of power distribution, low- and medium-voltage systems, grounding, backup power, lighting, and equipment specification, with the ability to make and defend design decisions.
- Demonstrated experience preparing and reviewing short circuit, arc flash, load flow, coordination, and interconnection studies.
- Working knowledge of NFPA, IEEE, ANSI, and IEC codes and standards, applied without supervision.
- Intermediate proficiency with ETAP, SKM, EasyPower, Revit, AutoCAD Electrical, or similar platforms, with the judgment to recognize unreasonable results.
- Knowledge of the project lifecycle for small to medium projects, and basic change management: recognize a scope change, document it, and communicate its effect on cost and schedule.
- Mentoring, coaching, delegation, and basic people management skills, including the ability to give corrective feedback while keeping strong working relationships.
- Strong collaboration, communication, and technical writing skills, including developing and presenting training content.
- Preferred: experience with renewable energy, battery energy storage, distributed energy resources, substations, switchgear, or grid interconnection.
Some of our Benefits:
- 401k Match: 100% up to 4% of your contributions with immediate vesting + 3% Safe Harbor Contribution with immediate vesting
- Merit-Based Bonus Compensation
- Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance; BGE contributes to HSA on eligible plans
- 9 paid Holidays, including 3 Floating holidays
- Personal Time Allowances
- 2 to 4 weeks of Vacation, depending on experience-level. Unused vacation carries over to the next year.
- "Unlimited" Sick Days.
- Mentorship Program – Provides you with the opportunity to learn and receive guidance from seasoned professionals.
- Employee Referral Program that pays you for bringing great people into the BGE family
BGE is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. We prohibit discrimination and all employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, Vietnam Era Veteran Status, Disabled Veteran Status, or any other classification protected by federal, state or local laws.
NO SPONSORSHIP
NO AGENCIES
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What Texas Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in electrical systems engineer jobs across Texas.
- Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or closely related engineering discipline required
- Professional Engineer license issued or recognized in Texas preferred for senior roles
- Experience with systems engineering lifecycle including requirements, design, and verification
- Proficiency in tools such as MATLAB, Simulink, AutoCAD Electrical, or equivalent platforms
- Familiarity with industry standards including MIL-STD, IEEE, or NEC as applicable to role
- Strong documentation and cross-functional collaboration skills across hardware and software teams
Electrical Systems Engineer Jobs in Texas: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a electrical systems engineer in Texas?
Most employers in Texas require a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or a closely related discipline as the foundation. For roles in public infrastructure, government contracting, or senior positions, a Professional Engineer license through the Texas Board of Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors is often required or strongly preferred, and candidates pursue it by passing the Fundamentals of Engineering exam followed by the Principles and Practice of Engineering exam after gaining qualifying experience.
How much do electrical systems engineers make in Texas?
Electrical systems engineers in Texas earn a median of about $129,450 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $76,120 for the lowest 10% to over $210,160 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire electrical systems engineers in Texas?
Employers hiring electrical systems engineers in Texas right now include Saronic Technologies, CDM Smith, and SpaceX, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Texas's concentration of defense contractors, energy companies, and semiconductor firms makes it one of the more consistent states for sustained electrical systems engineering demand across multiple industries.
Which Texas cities have the most electrical systems engineer jobs?
Austin, Houston, and Dallas account for the largest share of electrical systems engineer openings in Texas. Houston's energy sector and defense contractors, Dallas-Fort Worth's aerospace and electronics manufacturing base, and Austin's growing semiconductor and technology industries drive most of the demand, making all three metros reliable targets for candidates at any experience level.
Are there remote electrical systems engineer jobs in Texas?
Yes, but they're less common than in purely analytical fields because much of this work involves hardware, lab testing, and on-site systems integration. About 33% of electrical systems engineer openings tied to Texas are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, with the remote share concentrated in systems-level design, requirements documentation, and modeling work that does not require physical access to equipment.
How can I get hired as a electrical systems engineer in Texas with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is through a new-graduate or rotational engineering program at large Texas employers in aerospace, defense, or energy, where structured cohorts bring in candidates with no industry experience. Companies like Lockheed Martin and Raytheon Technologies run early-career programs at their Texas facilities. Pursuing the Fundamentals of Engineering credential through the Texas Board of Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors and building a portfolio of capstone or internship projects strengthens applications, as does targeting adjacent entry roles such as electrical design technician or test engineer to build toward full systems engineering responsibilities.
Where can I find and apply to electrical systems engineer jobs in Texas?
You can find and apply to electrical systems engineer jobs in Texas on Migrate Mate, which lists current Texas openings across aerospace, defense, energy, and semiconductor sectors. Find the roles that fit your experience and specialization and apply directly to the employers posting them.
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