Field Engineer Jobs in Texas

Field engineer jobs in Texas are among the most active in the country, with concentrated demand in oil and gas, petrochemical processing, construction, and telecommunications at every level from entry-level field technician through senior project engineer. Houston, Dallas, and San Antonio anchor the bulk of hiring, with major employers like Schlumberger, Baker Hughes, and Burns & McDonnell maintaining deep field operations throughout the state. The most in-demand specialties are pipeline and facilities engineering, telecom infrastructure deployment, and industrial equipment commissioning. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles497+
Top employerFlytrex
Top cityAustin, TX
Cities hiring93
Work type69% On-site
Top industryElectronics

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Field Engineer
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Field Engineer
Ragle Inc
North Richland Hills, Texas
Account Management
Customer Service
Sales
On-Site
Bachelor's degree in engineering
201-500

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Field Application Engineer
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Field Application Engineer
Omron
Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas
Customer Service
Customer Support
IT Support
Bachelor's degree in engineering technology
10,000+

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Field Service Engineer 3
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Field Service Engineer 3
Onto Innovation
Texas
Compliance & Risk
Engineering (Non-Software)
Quality Control
$83k - $125k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering

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Field Safety Engineer
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Field Safety Engineer
Samsung Electronics
Taylor, Texas
Logistics & Fleet Management
Project Management
$95k - $120k/yr
Bachelor of Science
10,000+

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Mechanical Field Engineer
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Mechanical Field Engineer
OBR COOLING TOWERS
Kemah, Texas
Engineering (Non-Software)
Maintenance & Repair
Manufacturing Engineering
Specialized Engineering
Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering

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Field Engineer Jobs by City in Texas

Where Texas roles are concentrated, by current openings.

San Antonio
22 jobs
Plano
16 jobs
Fort Worth
16 jobs
El Paso
12 jobs
Irving
8 jobs
Abilene
8 jobs

Field Engineer Job Market in Texas

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

Who's Hiring

  • Flytrex15
  • FlatironDragados11
  • Thermo Fisher Scientific11
  • Pulice10
  • Primoris Services Corporation9

Top Industries Hiring

  • Electronics & Hardware14
  • Construction & Real Estate13
  • Manufacturing12
  • Energy7
  • Consulting & Professional Services7

What Texas Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in field engineer jobs across Texas.

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering or a related technical discipline recognized in Texas
  • Professional Engineer license issued or recognized by the Texas Board of Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors
  • Hands-on experience with field instrumentation, commissioning, or site-based troubleshooting
  • Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, P&IDs, and technical specifications
  • Valid driver's license and willingness to travel to job sites across Texas
  • Proficiency with field data collection tools, CMMS software, or industry-specific reporting platforms

Field Engineer Jobs in Texas: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a field engineer in Texas?

Most field engineer roles in Texas require at minimum a bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline such as mechanical, electrical, civil, or petroleum engineering. Many positions, particularly those involving public safety or infrastructure sign-off, require licensure through the Texas Board of Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors, which administers the Fundamentals of Engineering and Principles and Practice of Engineering exams. Candidates without a full degree can enter through technician roles and pursue licensure over time.

Which companies hire field engineers in Texas?

Employers hiring field engineers in Texas right now include Flytrex, FlatironDragados, and Thermo Fisher Scientific, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Texas's energy corridor in Houston and its industrial base in the Gulf Coast region make it one of the most consistent states in the country for sustained field engineering demand across oil and gas, utilities, and heavy construction.

Which Texas cities have the most field engineer jobs?

Austin, Houston, and Dallas have the most field engineer openings in Texas. Houston leads because of its concentration of energy companies, petrochemical plants, and engineering contractors along the Gulf Coast, while Dallas draws demand from telecommunications, construction, and technology infrastructure, and San Antonio's strong military installations and utility expansion projects support a steady pipeline of field roles.

Are there remote field engineer jobs in Texas?

Yes, but they're rare. Field engineering is by nature a hands-on, site-based role, so fully remote positions are a small share of the total. About 31% of field engineer openings tied to Texas are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and those tend to be in project coordination, technical documentation review, or pre-commissioning planning rather than active field work.

How can I get hired as a field engineer in Texas with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is applying for field technician or engineering associate roles at large Texas energy and construction employers, which frequently hire new graduates into rotational or apprenticeship-style programs. Companies with significant Gulf Coast operations regularly bring on junior field staff for supervised commissioning and inspection work. Earning the Fundamentals of Engineering credential from the Texas Board of Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors while completing an internship or co-op strengthens a candidate's profile considerably against other applicants without field hours.

Where can I find and apply to field engineer jobs in Texas?

You can find and apply to field engineer jobs in Texas on Migrate Mate, which lists current Texas openings across industries and experience levels. Find the roles that fit your background and apply directly to the ones that match.

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