Engineering Manager Jobs in Houston, TX
Engineering Manager jobs in Houston are concentrated in the Energy Corridor, Greenway Plaza, and the Texas Medical Center, with strong demand across energy, aerospace, and manufacturing. Employers hiring right now include Axiom Space, AECOM, and Barrios Technology. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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- 497308
- Full-Time
- Electrical Engineering
Description:
Supervises and coordinates the activities of personnel engaged in research and experimental testing. Maintains lab operations. May investigate complaints regarding lab services, equipment, and/or capabilities. Possesses, understands, and applies a comprehensive knowledge in area of specialization. Understands and uses effective management techniques.
1. Manages the budgets and operations of two or more research laboratories.
2. Assigns, checks, and monitors assignments of lab personnel.
3. Oversees and participates in the creation of annual budgets. Identifies funding sources and applies for grants, as appropriate.
4. Estimates personnel needs to obtain lab and research objectives.
5. Conducts personnel evaluations, recommends hiring and terminations, and performs other management function.
6. Operates with considerable latitude for unreviewed action. Reviews and evaluates the
effectiveness of personnel.
Additional Posting Information:
Advancement in Duty - UH Katy
Appointment Period: January 1, 2027 - December 31, 2027
The Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering requests a one-year Advancement in Duty appointment for the Katy Laboratory Manager, effective January 1, 2027, through December 31, 2027, to support the expansion of the ECE/Computer Engineering and Analytics activities at the University of Houston at Katy campus.
During this one-year appointment, the Lab Manager will assume expanded responsibilities beyond routine laboratory support. These duties will include coordinating the setup and operation of the two new laboratories; managing laboratory equipment, inventory, access, scheduling, and safety procedures; supporting laboratory-intensive ECE and CEA courses; assisting faculty and students with instructional and capstone activities; and coordinating the use of specialized equipment for robotics, loT, PCB design, prototyping, data analytics, Al/ML, and related applications. The proposed laboratories are also intended to support community-college students, high-school outreach, working professionals, and regional industry partners.
Additionally, this position will support professional certification and workforce-development activities, including programs related to loT, Al and machine learning, cloud technologies, AutoCAD, Keysight measurement technologies, and other industry-oriented training. The Sr. Research Lab Manager will also assist with industry-supported equipment, workshops, capstone projects, laboratory demonstrations, and other partnership activities associated with the department's Katy expansion.
This one-year Advancement in Duty appointment will provide the operational leadership needed during the critical implementation period for the Katy laboratories and workforce development initiatives. At the end of the appointment period, the department can evaluate the continuing operational needs, program growth, laboratory utilization, and available resources before determining the appropriate longer-term staffing structure.
Supervises and coordinates the activities of personnel engaged in research and experimental testing. Maintains lab operations. May investigate complaints regarding lab services, equipment, and/or capabilities. Possesses, understands, and applies a comprehensive knowledge in area of specialization. Understands and uses effective management techniques. 1. Manages the budgets and operations of two or more research laboratories. 2. Assigns, checks, and monitors assignments of lab personnel. 3. Oversees and participates in the creation of annual budgets. Identifies funding sources and applies for grants, as appropriate. 4. Estimates personnel needs to obtain lab and research objectives. 5. Conducts personnel evaluations, recommends hiring and terminations, and performs other management function. 6. Operates with considerable latitude for unreviewed action. Reviews and evaluates the effectiveness of personnel. MQ: Bachelor's Degree with 7 years experience.
Experience will be considered in lieu of education.
MQ: Requires a thorough understanding of both theoretical and practical aspects of an analytical, technical or professional discipline, or the basic knowledge of more than one professional disciplines. Knowledge of the discipline is normally obtained through a formal, directly job-related, 4 year degree from a college or university or an equivalent in-depth specialized training program that is directly related to the type of work being performed.Requires a minimum of seven (7) years of directly job-related experience.
All positions at the University of Houston-System are security sensitive and will require a criminal history check.
The University of Houston System and its universities are Equal Opportunity Institutions. Everyone is encouraged to apply.
- 497308
- Full-Time
- Electrical Engineering
Description:
Supervises and coordinates the activities of personnel engaged in research and experimental testing. Maintains lab operations. May investigate complaints regarding lab services, equipment, and/or capabilities. Possesses, understands, and applies a comprehensive knowledge in area of specialization. Understands and uses effective management techniques.
1. Manages the budgets and operations of two or more research laboratories.
2. Assigns, checks, and monitors assignments of lab personnel.
3. Oversees and participates in the creation of annual budgets. Identifies funding sources and applies for grants, as appropriate.
4. Estimates personnel needs to obtain lab and research objectives.
5. Conducts personnel evaluations, recommends hiring and terminations, and performs other management function.
6. Operates with considerable latitude for unreviewed action. Reviews and evaluates the
effectiveness of personnel.
Additional Posting Information:
Advancement in Duty - UH Katy
Appointment Period: January 1, 2027 - December 31, 2027
The Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering requests a one-year Advancement in Duty appointment for the Katy Laboratory Manager, effective January 1, 2027, through December 31, 2027, to support the expansion of the ECE/Computer Engineering and Analytics activities at the University of Houston at Katy campus.
During this one-year appointment, the Lab Manager will assume expanded responsibilities beyond routine laboratory support. These duties will include coordinating the setup and operation of the two new laboratories; managing laboratory equipment, inventory, access, scheduling, and safety procedures; supporting laboratory-intensive ECE and CEA courses; assisting faculty and students with instructional and capstone activities; and coordinating the use of specialized equipment for robotics, loT, PCB design, prototyping, data analytics, Al/ML, and related applications. The proposed laboratories are also intended to support community-college students, high-school outreach, working professionals, and regional industry partners.
Additionally, this position will support professional certification and workforce-development activities, including programs related to loT, Al and machine learning, cloud technologies, AutoCAD, Keysight measurement technologies, and other industry-oriented training. The Sr. Research Lab Manager will also assist with industry-supported equipment, workshops, capstone projects, laboratory demonstrations, and other partnership activities associated with the department's Katy expansion.
This one-year Advancement in Duty appointment will provide the operational leadership needed during the critical implementation period for the Katy laboratories and workforce development initiatives. At the end of the appointment period, the department can evaluate the continuing operational needs, program growth, laboratory utilization, and available resources before determining the appropriate longer-term staffing structure.
Supervises and coordinates the activities of personnel engaged in research and experimental testing. Maintains lab operations. May investigate complaints regarding lab services, equipment, and/or capabilities. Possesses, understands, and applies a comprehensive knowledge in area of specialization. Understands and uses effective management techniques. 1. Manages the budgets and operations of two or more research laboratories. 2. Assigns, checks, and monitors assignments of lab personnel. 3. Oversees and participates in the creation of annual budgets. Identifies funding sources and applies for grants, as appropriate. 4. Estimates personnel needs to obtain lab and research objectives. 5. Conducts personnel evaluations, recommends hiring and terminations, and performs other management function. 6. Operates with considerable latitude for unreviewed action. Reviews and evaluates the effectiveness of personnel. MQ: Bachelor's Degree with 7 years experience.
Experience will be considered in lieu of education.
MQ: Requires a thorough understanding of both theoretical and practical aspects of an analytical, technical or professional discipline, or the basic knowledge of more than one professional disciplines. Knowledge of the discipline is normally obtained through a formal, directly job-related, 4 year degree from a college or university or an equivalent in-depth specialized training program that is directly related to the type of work being performed.Requires a minimum of seven (7) years of directly job-related experience.
All positions at the University of Houston-System are security sensitive and will require a criminal history check.
The University of Houston System and its universities are Equal Opportunity Institutions. Everyone is encouraged to apply.
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- Axiom Space43
- AECOM12
- Barrios Technology12
- University of Houston12
- Foxconn Industrial Internet - FII12
Top Industries Hiring
- Consulting & Professional Services
Engineering Manager Jobs in Houston: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a engineering manager job in Houston?
Focus your search on Houston's dominant hiring sectors: oil and gas, petrochemical engineering, aerospace, and industrial manufacturing, where demand for engineering managers runs deepest. The Energy Corridor, Greenway Plaza, and the Ship Channel industrial zone concentrate the most openings. Candidates who combine P.E. licensure with team leadership experience and familiarity with large capital project environments stand out in Houston's technically demanding market.
Which companies hire engineering managers in Houston?
Employers hiring engineering managers in Houston right now include Axiom Space, AECOM, and Barrios Technology, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Houston's hiring base skews heavily toward energy majors, EPC contractors, aerospace firms, and large healthcare systems, all of which maintain substantial in-house engineering organizations.
Are there remote engineering manager jobs in Houston?
Yes, though remote availability is limited for hands-on roles tied to plant operations, field sites, or lab environments. About 65% of engineering manager openings tied to Houston are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, concentrated mostly in software, IT infrastructure, and systems engineering functions rather than facilities or process engineering roles.
How can I get a engineering manager job in Houston with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is moving up from a senior individual-contributor role at a Houston energy or industrial firm, where project lead and team lead positions bridge directly into management. EPC contractors and large midstream operators frequently promote from within. Building familiarity with capital project workflows, safety protocols, and cross-functional coordination gives candidates a concrete edge in Houston's project-driven engineering culture.
Which industries hire the most engineering managers in Houston?
Most engineering manager openings in Houston sit in Consulting & Professional Services, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Houston's role as a global energy hub, combined with its large aerospace and medical complex footprint, makes those sectors the consistent drivers of local engineering leadership demand.
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