Manufacturing Engineering Manager Jobs in Texas
Manufacturing Engineering Manager jobs in Texas are among the most active in the country, concentrated in aerospace and defense, automotive and EV assembly, oil and gas equipment manufacturing, and semiconductor fabrication, with demand at every level from lead engineer to senior director. The busiest hiring markets are Houston, Dallas-Fort Worth, and San Antonio, where major employers such as Lockheed Martin, Toyota, and Textron have deep, lasting operations. The most sought-after specialties in Texas right now are lean manufacturing leadership, process engineering management, and advanced manufacturing systems. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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About this role:
The Manufacturing Engineering Technician provides advanced technical support for manufacturing processes and equipment, installing tooling, stabilizing lines and troubleshooting complex process issues. Working with limited supervision, this senior technical role is a key resource on the production floor.
Key Responsibilities:
- Leads the installation, setup and fine-tuning of equipment, fixtures and tooling.
- Provides advanced technical support to operations to hold process standards and cycle times.
- Performs tests, measurements, capability studies and process documentation.
- Troubleshoots complex process and equipment issues and implements corrective actions.
- Builds and maintains process sheets, work instructions and visual aids.
- Supports line launches, trials and process-improvement projects.
- Provides guidance and training to less-experienced technicians and operators.
Required Qualifications:
- HS diploma or GED
- 8+ years of experience as a manufacturing, process or equipment technician.
- 8+ years of hands-on experience installing, setting up and troubleshooting equipment, fixtures and tooling.
- 5+ years of experience reading and interpret blueprints, schematics, process sheets and work instructions.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Two-year/associate degree or technical certification in manufacturing, mechanical, electromechanical or a related field.
- HVAC industry experience
- Strong working knowledge of measurement/inspection tools and capability studies.
- Experience applying Lean tools (5S, standard work) and structured problem-solving.
- Proven ability to work with limited supervision and guide other technicians
- Experience supporting new line launches and equipment commissioning.
- Knowledge of PLCs, automation and robotic cells.
- Lean / Six Sigma certification.
Pay Range
Other Compensation
This position may be entitled to short-term cash incentives, subject to plan requirements.Benefits
Employees are eligible for benefits, including:
Health Care Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision; Wellness incentives
Retirement Benefits
Time off and Leave: Paid vacation days, up to 15 days; paid sick days, up to 5 days; paid personal leave, up to 5 days; paid holidays, up to 13 days; birth and adoption leave; parental leave; family and medical leave; bereavement leave; jury duty leave; military leave; purchased vacation
Disability: Short-term and long-term disability
Life Insurance and Accidental Death and Dismemberment
Tax-Advantaged Accounts: Health Savings Account; Health Care Spending Account; Dependent Care Spending Account
Tuition Assistance
To learn more about our benefits offering, please click here Work with us | Carrier Corporate. The specific benefits available to any employee may vary depending on state and local laws and eligibility factors, such as date of hire and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.
Carrier EEO Statement and Accommodations Process
Carrier is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status or any other applicable state or federal protected class. Carrier provides affirmative action in employment for qualified individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with section 503 of Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act.
If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process, participate in an interview, or otherwise engage in the hiring process, please contact us at Carrier.Recruiting@carrier.com. We will make every effort to meet your needs in accordance with applicable laws.
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Applications will be accepted for at least 3 days from Job Posting Date: 25 September 2026Job Applicant's Privacy Notice
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Manufacturing Engineering Manager Job Market in Texas
A snapshot from current Texas openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Tesla23

- Lockheed Martin9

- ARCOSA3

- Amazon3

- Texas Instruments3

Top Industries Hiring
- Education
- Technology & Software
- Retail
- Manufacturing
- E-Commerce & Online Marketplaces
What Texas Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in manufacturing engineering manager jobs across Texas.
- Bachelor's degree in mechanical, industrial, or manufacturing engineering required by most Texas employers
- Seven or more years of progressive manufacturing engineering experience with at least two in a supervisory role
- Demonstrated expertise in lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, or Kaizen continuous improvement methodologies
- Proficiency with CAD platforms and ERP systems such as SAP or Oracle in a production environment
- Experience managing cross-functional teams across design, quality, and production in a regulated Texas industry
- Professional Engineer license issued or recognized by the Texas Board of Professional Engineers preferred for senior roles
Manufacturing Engineering Manager Jobs in Texas: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a manufacturing engineering manager in Texas?
Most Texas employers expect a bachelor's degree in mechanical, industrial, or manufacturing engineering from an ABET-accredited program, followed by several years of hands-on engineering work before moving into management. A Professional Engineer license issued by the Texas Board of Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors strengthens candidacy for senior roles, particularly in aerospace, defense, and government-contract manufacturing. Lean or Six Sigma certification is a common additional credential that Texas hiring managers look for.
Which companies hire manufacturing engineering managers in Texas?
Employers hiring manufacturing engineering managers in Texas right now include Tesla, Lockheed Martin, and ARCOSA, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Texas's concentration of aerospace primes, automotive assembly plants, and energy equipment manufacturers means demand is spread across the Dallas-Fort Worth corridor, greater Houston, and the San Antonio industrial base.
Which Texas cities have the most manufacturing engineering manager jobs?
Austin, Brookshire, and Houston have the highest concentration of manufacturing engineering manager openings in Texas. Dallas-Fort Worth leads because of its dense aerospace, defense, and electronics manufacturing base, Houston follows with its energy equipment and industrial machinery sector, and San Antonio draws demand from military aviation and automotive assembly operations anchored by major employer campuses in the region.
Are there remote manufacturing engineering manager jobs in Texas?
Yes, but they're rare. About 0% of manufacturing engineering manager openings tied to Texas are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, which reflects how hands-on the role is at most production sites. The portions of the job most likely to be done remotely are project planning, supplier coordination, and cross-site process development rather than anything requiring a physical plant presence.
How can I get hired as a manufacturing engineering manager in Texas with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is moving into a senior manufacturing or process engineer role first, then building supervisory experience through project lead assignments. Large Texas employers such as Lockheed Martin, Toyota, and Textron run structured rotational engineering programs and internal leadership development tracks that give early-career engineers exposure to management responsibilities. Earning a Lean Six Sigma Green Belt, contributing to a cost-reduction or quality project, and volunteering to lead a small team or improvement event are the steps that typically get engineers noticed for their first manager opening.
Where can I find and apply to manufacturing engineering manager jobs in Texas?
You can find and apply to manufacturing engineering manager jobs in Texas on Migrate Mate, which lists current Texas openings across Houston, Dallas-Fort Worth, San Antonio, and other hiring markets statewide. Find roles that fit your experience level and target industry, then apply directly to the employers posting them.
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