Highway Engineer Jobs in Texas
Highway Engineer jobs in Texas are among the most active in the country, concentrated in transportation planning, freeway design, and infrastructure expansion across public agencies and private engineering consultancies at levels from entry-level EIT to senior project manager. Austin, Houston, and Dallas-Fort Worth account for the largest share of openings, driven by the state's ongoing highway expansion programs and rapid population growth. The Texas Department of Transportation, HNTB, and Jacobs Engineering are among the most established and consistent employers of highway engineers statewide, with recurring demand in traffic engineering, pavement design, and highway drainage. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Position summary: Using general engineering principles to develop highway and roadway designs, estimates, and plans.
Immigration sponsorship or support (e.g. H1B, F-1 CPT/OPT/STEM OPT) is not available for this position, except for qualified candidates eligible for the TN visa classification.
Essential Functions and Responsibilities
- Develop and review highway design alternatives
- Develop 3D roadway design models
- Develop plan, profile, and exhibits for internal and external communication
- Design projects in accordance with client specifications and guidelines, using highway design software
- Develop construction cost estimates
- Assist in the preparation of engineering reports and memos
- Assist in the preparation of proposals
- Attend meetings with clients
- Coordinate with internal team members to ensure project completion by the defined deadline and established quality
Nonessential Functions and Responsibilities
- Perform other related duties as assigned
Required Skills
- Ability to collaborate in a team environment
- Strong desire to prepare quality plans efficiently
- Willingness to learn and desire to teach
- Share working knowledge of best practices
- Excellent written and oral communication skills are paramount
- Strong sense of time management and ability to prioritize tasks
- Willingness to support the design and production of plans
- Ability to manage concurrent projects
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Software (Word, Excel & Outlook. MS Project)
Required Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or a related field from ABET accredited engineering program
- Written and oral communication skills
Qualifications Preferred
- Engineer-in-training certification
- Related experience
- Experience working with local clients at the county and state level
- Proficient in Microsoft Office
- Proficient in Bentley GEOPAK and/or OpenRoads Designer and other industry-related software
Working Conditions
Work is performed within a general office environment 95% of the time. Work is generally sedentary in nature, but may require occasional standing and walking. Lighting and temperature are adequate and there are no hazardous or unpleasant conditions caused by noise, dust, etc. within the office environment.
Field work is required on occasion where work may be conducted outside in heat/cold, wet/humid, and dry/arid conditions. Some lifting (up to 25 lbs) may be required as needed.
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law.
JMT is a dynamic, 100% employee-owned consulting firm of more than 2,800 professionals that provides a full range of multi-disciplined engineering, architecture, information technology, and related services to public agencies and private clients throughout the United States. JMT is currently ranked #45 on Engineering News-Record’s list of the Top 500 Design Firms.
Position summary: Using general engineering principles to develop highway and roadway designs, estimates, and plans.
Immigration sponsorship or support (e.g. H1B, F-1 CPT/OPT/STEM OPT) is not available for this position, except for qualified candidates eligible for the TN visa classification.
Essential Functions and Responsibilities
- Develop and review highway design alternatives
- Develop 3D roadway design models
- Develop plan, profile, and exhibits for internal and external communication
- Design projects in accordance with client specifications and guidelines, using highway design software
- Develop construction cost estimates
- Assist in the preparation of engineering reports and memos
- Assist in the preparation of proposals
- Attend meetings with clients
- Coordinate with internal team members to ensure project completion by the defined deadline and established quality
Nonessential Functions and Responsibilities
- Perform other related duties as assigned
Required Skills
- Ability to collaborate in a team environment
- Strong desire to prepare quality plans efficiently
- Willingness to learn and desire to teach
- Share working knowledge of best practices
- Excellent written and oral communication skills are paramount
- Strong sense of time management and ability to prioritize tasks
- Willingness to support the design and production of plans
- Ability to manage concurrent projects
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Software (Word, Excel & Outlook. MS Project)
Required Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or a related field from ABET accredited engineering program
- Written and oral communication skills
Qualifications Preferred
- Engineer-in-training certification
- Related experience
- Experience working with local clients at the county and state level
- Proficient in Microsoft Office
- Proficient in Bentley GEOPAK and/or OpenRoads Designer and other industry-related software
Working Conditions
Work is performed within a general office environment 95% of the time. Work is generally sedentary in nature, but may require occasional standing and walking. Lighting and temperature are adequate and there are no hazardous or unpleasant conditions caused by noise, dust, etc. within the office environment.
Field work is required on occasion where work may be conducted outside in heat/cold, wet/humid, and dry/arid conditions. Some lifting (up to 25 lbs) may be required as needed.
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law.
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What Texas Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in highway engineer jobs across Texas.
- Active Professional Engineer (PE) license issued or recognized by the Texas Board of Professional Engineers
- Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or closely related engineering discipline required
- Proficiency with highway design software such as OpenRoads, MicroStation, or AutoCAD Civil 3D
- Experience with TxDOT design standards, specifications, and project delivery processes
- Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification accepted for entry-level and junior highway engineer roles
- Strong working knowledge of AASHTO geometric design guidelines and federal highway standards
Highway Engineer Jobs in Texas: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a highway engineer in Texas?
To become a highway engineer in Texas, you need a bachelor's degree in civil engineering from an ABET-accredited program, followed by passing the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam to earn your Engineer-in-Training credential through the Texas Board of Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors. After gaining qualifying work experience under a licensed PE, you take the Principles and Practice of Engineering (PE) exam to earn full licensure, which most public agencies and major Texas engineering firms require for independent design authority.
How much do highway engineers make in Texas?
Highway engineers in Texas earn a median of about $96,860 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $63,240 for the lowest 10% to over $164,330 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire highway engineers in Texas?
Employers hiring highway engineers in Texas right now include Ardurra, Robson Forensic, and Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Texas's sustained highway expansion and the volume of TxDOT-funded corridor projects keep demand strong across both state agency roles and large engineering consulting firms with established Texas offices.
Which Texas cities have the most highway engineer jobs?
Dallas, Austin, and Houston have the most highway engineer openings in Texas. Houston and Dallas-Fort Worth lead because of their scale of freeway infrastructure investment and the concentration of TxDOT district offices and engineering consultancies headquartered there, while Austin's growth has driven significant corridor expansion and transportation planning work that sustains steady hiring.
Are there remote highway engineer jobs in Texas?
Yes, but they're rare. About 25% of highway engineer openings tied to Texas are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, which reflects how much of the work involves site visits, field verification, and in-person coordination with TxDOT reviewers and construction crews. The tasks most suited to remote or hybrid arrangements are preliminary design, traffic modeling, and plan production work that doesn't require physical presence on a project corridor.
How can I get hired as a highway engineer in Texas with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying for an EIT or engineer-in-training role at a TxDOT district office, where new graduates work alongside licensed PEs on active highway projects and gain the experience hours required for PE licensure. Large Texas consulting firms such as Freese and Nichols and Kimley-Horn run structured associate or new-grad programs that accept candidates with an FE exam pass and a civil engineering degree. Moving laterally from a transportation planning or traffic analysis role is also a well-established way in, and completing an internship with a TxDOT district while still in school gives candidates a significant hiring edge.
Where can I find and apply to highway engineer jobs in Texas?
You can find and apply to highway engineer jobs in Texas on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings tied to Texas locations. Search the available roles, find the ones that match your experience level and preferred location, and apply directly to each position.
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