Hvac Engineer Jobs in Texas

Hvac Engineer jobs in Texas are among the most active in the country, concentrated in commercial construction, industrial facilities, oil and gas infrastructure, and large institutional campuses, with openings at every level from entry-level field engineer through senior mechanical engineer. Houston, Dallas, and San Antonio anchor the bulk of the hiring, where established employers such as Jacobs Engineering, AECOM, and Trane Technologies maintain significant Texas operations and hire hvac engineers on a continuing basis. The highest demand falls on engineers with expertise in energy modeling, building automation systems, and large-scale chilled water plant design. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles42
Top employerCBRE
Top cityHouston, TX
Cities hiring18
Work type67% On-site
Top industryManufacturing

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Vertiv
HVAC Cooling Customer Engineer - Red Oak
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HVAC Cooling Customer Engineer - Red Oak
Vertiv
Red Oak, Texas
Business Strategy
Product Management
Project & Program Management
Project Management
EPA Refrigeration Certification
10,000+

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Vertiv
HVAC Cooling Customer Engineer II - Red Oak
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Added 1d ago
HVAC Cooling Customer Engineer II - Red Oak
Vertiv
Red Oak, Texas
HVAC Technician
Maintenance & Repair
Skilled Trades
EPA Refrigeration Certification
10,000+

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CBRE
HVAC Mobile Engineer
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Added 1d ago
HVAC Mobile Engineer
CBRE
Dallas, Texas
Compliance & Risk
Cybersecurity
Security Engineering
High school diploma or GED
10,000+

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CBRE
HVAC Engineer (Temple, Tx)
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Added 5d ago
HVAC Engineer (Temple, Tx)
CBRE
Temple, Texas
Engineering (Non-Software)
Manufacturing Operations
High school diploma or GED
10,000+

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Vertiv
HVAC Cooling Customer Engineer - El Paso
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Added 6d ago
HVAC Cooling Customer Engineer - El Paso
Vertiv
El Paso, Texas
Health & Safety
Maintenance & Repair
Skilled Trades
EPA Refrigeration Certification
10,000+

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Hvac Engineer Jobs by City in Texas

Where Texas roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Austin
7 jobs
Plano
4 jobs
Fort Worth
3 jobs
Temple
2 jobs
Waller
2 jobs
El Paso
2 jobs
Red Oak
2 jobs
Waco
1 job

Hvac Engineer Job Market in Texas

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

Who's Hiring

  • CBRE
    CBRE12
  • Texas AirSystems
    Texas AirSystems5
  • Vertiv
    Vertiv3
  • Johnson Controls
    Johnson Controls3
  • Samsung Electronics
    Samsung Electronics3

Top Industries Hiring

  • Manufacturing

What Texas Employers Look For

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

  • Active Texas PE license or EIT registration recognized by the Texas Board of Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors
  • Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or closely related engineering discipline
  • Proficiency in load calculation and energy modeling software such as HAP, Trane TRACE, or eQUEST
  • Experience designing HVAC systems for commercial, industrial, or institutional facilities
  • Familiarity with ASHRAE standards, local Texas energy codes, and IECC compliance requirements
  • Strong ability to produce construction documents and coordinate with architects and contractors

Hvac Engineer Jobs in Texas: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a hvac engineer in Texas?

To work as a hvac engineer in Texas, you typically need a bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering and licensure through the Texas Board of Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors. The path starts with passing the Fundamentals of Engineering exam to become an Engineer-in-Training, accumulating qualifying experience under a licensed PE, and then passing the Principles and Practice of Engineering exam to earn a full Professional Engineer license. Many Texas employers also value ASHRAE membership and certifications in energy modeling or building automation.

Which companies hire hvac engineers in Texas?

Employers hiring hvac engineers in Texas right now include CBRE, Texas AirSystems, and Vertiv, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Texas's scale of commercial development, industrial plant operations, and public institution construction keeps a broad range of mechanical engineering firms and owner-operators actively recruiting throughout the year.

Which Texas cities have the most hvac engineer jobs?

Houston, Austin, and Plano have the most hvac engineer openings in Texas. Houston leads because of its density of industrial facilities, petrochemical plants, and large healthcare and higher-education campuses, while Dallas draws demand from commercial high-rise construction and corporate campuses, and San Antonio's steady institutional and military installation base keeps a consistent pipeline of openings across all experience levels.

Are there remote hvac engineer jobs in Texas?

Yes, but they're rare. Much of an hvac engineer's work involves site visits, coordination with contractors, and on-site commissioning that cannot be done remotely. About 33% of hvac engineer openings tied to Texas are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, and those positions tend to cover tasks such as energy modeling, specifications writing, and design review that can be handled off-site.

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

The most realistic entry path is applying for an engineer-in-training or junior mechanical engineer role at a mid-size Texas MEP firm, where new graduates work directly under licensed PEs on commercial or institutional projects. Large Texas-based engineering employers such as Jacobs and AECOM run structured associate or rotational programs that onboard graduates without prior industry experience. Completing your FE exam before graduating gives you a clear edge, and internships at Texas facilities management departments or construction firms are the most common way to convert a degree into a first full-time offer.

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

You can find and apply to hvac engineer jobs in Texas on Migrate Mate, which lists current Texas openings updated regularly. Search the listings, identify the roles that match your experience and target location, and apply directly to the ones that fit.

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