Engineering Leader Jobs in Texas

Engineering Leader jobs in Texas are in strong demand, concentrated in aerospace and defense, energy technology, semiconductor manufacturing, and enterprise software, with openings at every level from team lead through VP of Engineering. Houston, Austin, and Dallas-Fort Worth are the primary hiring metros, anchored by major employers such as Texas Instruments, Lockheed Martin, and ExxonMobil. The most sought-after specialties in Texas are hardware engineering leadership, software platform management, and systems engineering oversight. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles119+
Top employerGarver
Top cityDallas, TX
Cities hiring25
Work type83% On-site
Top industryConsulting

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M.C. Dean, Inc.
Deputy Engineering Leader
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M.C. Dean, Inc.
Added 4d ago
Deputy Engineering Leader
M.C. Dean, Inc.
Austin, Texas
Specialized Engineering
Project & Program Management
Technical Product & Program Management
Engineering (Non-Software)
Project Management
Technical Program Management
On-Site
Bachelor's
5,001-10,000

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Owens Corning
Plant Engineering Leader
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Owens Corning
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Plant Engineering Leader
Owens Corning
Waxahachie, Texas
Specialized Engineering
Manufacturing Operations
Project & Program Management
Human Resources
Engineering (Non-Software)
Project Management
On-Site
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Hargrove Engineers + Constructors
Civil/Structural Engineering Leader
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Hargrove Engineers + Constructors
Added 2w ago
Civil/Structural Engineering Leader
Hargrove Engineers + Constructors
Beaumont, Texas
Specialized Engineering
Civil & Structural Engineering
Project & Program Management
Engineering (Non-Software)
Civil Engineering
Structural Engineering
Project Management
On-Site
Bachelor's
1,001-5,000

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M.C. Dean, Inc.
Engineering Leader 1
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M.C. Dean, Inc.
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Engineering Leader 1
M.C. Dean, Inc.
Burlington, Texas
Specialized Engineering
Project & Program Management
Technical Product & Program Management
Engineering (Non-Software)
Project Management
Technical Program Management
On-Site
Bachelor's
5,001-10,000

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Actalent
Grid Automation Engineering Leader
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Actalent
Added 1mo ago
Grid Automation Engineering Leader
Actalent
Dallas, Texas
Project & Program Management
Partnerships & Business Development
Specialized Engineering
Project Management
Business Development
Engineering (Non-Software)
$180k - $215k/yr
Remote (US)
Bachelor's
5,001-10,000

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Engineering Leader Jobs by City in Texas

Where Texas roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Dallas
24 jobs
Houston
17 jobs
Austin
11 jobs
College Station
11 jobs
Harlingen
9 jobs
Fort Worth
7 jobs
San Antonio
4 jobs
Corpus Christi
3 jobs
Frisco
3 jobs

Engineering Leader Job Market in Texas

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

Who's Hiring

  • Garver
    Garver40
  • HDR
    HDR17
  • Tiger Analytics
    Tiger Analytics6
  • AECOM
    AECOM3
  • Ardurra
    Ardurra3

Top Industries Hiring

  • Consulting & Professional Services84
  • Construction & Real Estate29
  • Healthcare & Medical Services10
  • Technology & Software10
  • Electronics & Hardware4

What Texas Employers Look For

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

  • Bachelor's or master's degree in engineering, computer science, or a closely related field
  • Proven experience managing cross-functional engineering teams and technical roadmaps
  • Background in at least one core Texas industry such as energy, defense, or semiconductors
  • Demonstrated ability to drive product delivery, execution, and engineering process improvement
  • Strong communication skills for aligning engineering teams with business and product stakeholders
  • Experience with Agile, Scrum, or similar development methodologies in a production environment

Engineering Leader Jobs in Texas: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a engineering leader in Texas?

Most engineering leaders in Texas start with a degree in engineering or computer science, then build several years of hands-on engineering experience before moving into a lead or principal role. Texas does not require a state-issued license specifically for engineering leadership, though engineers in licensed disciplines such as civil or structural engineering may hold a Professional Engineer registration through the Texas Board of Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors. Employers typically promote from senior individual contributor roles based on demonstrated technical depth and team mentorship.

Which companies hire engineering leaders in Texas?

Employers hiring engineering leaders in Texas right now include Garver, HDR, and Tiger Analytics, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. Texas's concentration of defense contractors, semiconductor manufacturers, and energy technology companies means engineering leadership demand is distributed across a wide range of industries rather than a single sector.

Which Texas cities have the most engineering leader jobs?

Dallas, Houston, and Austin account for the largest share of engineering leader openings in Texas. Houston's concentration of energy and petrochemical employers drives significant demand there, Austin's rapid growth in semiconductor and enterprise software has made it a major hub, and the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex brings together defense contractors, financial technology firms, and large corporate headquarters that all maintain substantial engineering organizations.

Are there remote engineering leader jobs in Texas?

Yes, and they're more common than in many technical fields because engineering leadership work is largely strategic, communicative, and coordination-focused rather than hands-on. About 17% of engineering leader openings tied to Texas are remote or hybrid as of June 2026, reflecting the role's compatibility with distributed teams. The parts of the role most likely to stay remote are roadmap planning, one-on-ones, cross-functional meetings, and hiring, while on-site presence is more common for teams doing hardware, manufacturing, or lab-based work.

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

The most realistic entry path is becoming a senior or staff engineer first, then volunteering to lead a project or mentor junior teammates within your current team. Large Texas employers such as Texas Instruments, Dell Technologies, and major defense contractors in the Dallas-Fort Worth and Houston areas regularly hire associate engineers and promote internally into lead roles. A Professional Engineer registration through the Texas Board of Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors strengthens your candidacy in licensed disciplines, and a portfolio showing system ownership or cross-team delivery sets you apart without a formal title.

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

You can find and apply to engineering leader jobs in Texas on Migrate Mate, which lists current Texas openings across Houston, Austin, Dallas-Fort Worth, and other markets in the state. Find the roles that fit your experience and apply directly to the ones that match.

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