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 Western Camps, KBR, and Amentum. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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At Fluor, we are proud to design and build projects and careers. We are committed to fostering a welcoming and collaborative work environment that encourages big-picture thinking, brings out the best in our employees, and helps us develop innovative solutions that contribute to building a better world together. If this sounds like a culture you would like to work in, you’re invited to apply for this role.
Job Description
The purpose of this position is to provide the overall engineering execution leadership on medium sized projects or for a specific area on a large / mega project. This position has the responsibility and accountability for the performance of the engineering team and the successful execution of all engineering work on the project. This position also leads and guides the development and implementation of the execution strategy and oversees development and enforcement of engineering budget, schedule, and quality. This role also has the responsibility to promote Fluor’s competitiveness within the global marketplace by delivering quality services of unmatched value and technical competence.
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Has overall/area responsibility and accountability for the performance of the engineering team, and the engineering execution and delivery as per the project baseline. This position performs Engineering Management responsibilities on a small to medium low to moderate risk EPFC/CM project (as defined by the Business Line) or services project or on an assigned segment of a larger project, including coordination of design activities.
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Manage the interfaces between the engineering disciplines, by understanding the discipline work processes and looking ahead to identify critical busts and / or activities that need to be completed to support the execution strategy.
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Set a positive project culture in conjunction with the Project Manager and Project Director.
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Lead development of Engineering component of overall project Scope of Services, Scope of Facilities, and other project baseline documents for all phases of projects.
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Lead/support the development of the Project Execution Strategy for all engineering functions.
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Other duties as assigned.
Basic Job Requirements
- Accredited four (4) year degree or global equivalent in engineering field of study and sixteen (16) years of work-related experience; a recognized professional certification or registration in the applicable field, if required; some locations may have additional or different qualifications to comply with local requirements.
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Accredited two (2) year degree or global equivalent in applicable field of study and eighteen (18) years of work-related experience or a combination of education and directly related experience equal to twenty (20) years if non-degreed; some locations may have additional or different qualifications to comply with local requirements.
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Ability to communicate effectively with audiences that include but are not limited to management, coworkers, clients, vendors, contractors, and other stakeholders.
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Job-related technical knowledge necessary to complete the job.
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Job related skills required - Strong leadership skills, customer focus, business acumen, influence, strategic agility, decision making, personal accountability, ownership and follow through, a team player, mentor, and coach.
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Ability to translate strategy (“what”) into actionable steps / executions plans (“how”), ability to attend to detail and work in a time-conscious and time-effective manner.
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Held positions as Project Engineering Lead on FEED and Detail Design Projects.
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Professional registration and active participation in technical society.
Preferred Qualifications
We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other criteria protected by governing law.
Benefits Statement: Fluor is proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to promote employee health, wellness, and financial security. Our offerings include medical, dental and vision plans, EAP, disability coverage, life insurance, AD&D, voluntary benefit plans, 401(k) with a company match, paid time off (personal, bereavement, sick, holidays) for salaried employees, paid sick leave per state requirement for craft employees, parental leave, and training and development courses.
Market Rate Statement: The market rate for the role is typically at the mid-point of the salary range; however, variations in final salary are determined by additional factors such as the candidate’s qualifications, relevant years of experience, geographic location, internal pay equity, and prevailing market conditions for the specific role.
Notice to Candidates: Background checks are carried out as part of any conditional offer made, including (but not limited to & role dependent) education, professional registration, employment, references, passport verifications and Global Watchlist screening.
To be Considered Candidates: Must be authorized to work in the country where the position is located.
Salary Range: $139,000.00 - $258,000.00
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Who's Hiring
- Western Camps18
- KBR12

- Amentum12

- JPMorganChase12

- Kinder Morgan12

Top Industries Hiring
- Energy
- Construction & Real Estate
- 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 Western Camps, KBR, and Amentum, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 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 84% of engineering manager openings tied to Houston are remote or hybrid as of September 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 Energy, Construction & Real Estate, and Consulting & Professional Services, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 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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