Mechanical Design Engineer Jobs in Texas

Mechanical design engineer jobs in Texas are among the most active in the country, concentrated in aerospace and defense, oil and gas equipment, industrial automation, and semiconductor manufacturing, with openings at every level from new graduate through principal engineer. Houston, Dallas-Fort Worth, and Austin account for the bulk of the postings, anchored by large employers like Lockheed Martin, Baker Hughes, and Samsung Austin Semiconductor. The most in-demand specialties are CAD-driven product development, thermal and fluid systems, and precision manufacturing tooling. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles102+
Top employerTesla
Top cityAustin, TX
Cities hiring30
Work type77% On-site
Top industryMedia

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Amazon.com
Mechanical Design Engineer
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Mechanical Design Engineer
Amazon.com
Austin, Texas
Specialized Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Engineering (Non-Software)
$117k - $160k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Honeywell
Advanced Mechanical Design Engineer
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Advanced Mechanical Design Engineer
Honeywell
Richardson, Texas
Engineering (Non-Software)
Manufacturing Operations
$106k - $132k/yr
Hybrid
Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering
10,000+

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Forum Energy Technologies
Mechanical Design Engineer
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Mechanical Design Engineer
Forum Energy Technologies
Houston, Texas
Engineering (Non-Software)
Manufacturing Operations
Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering
1,001-5,000

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Senior Mechanical Design Engineer
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Senior Mechanical Design Engineer
Jacobi Motors LLC
Missouri City, Texas
Business Operations
Compliance & Risk
Project Management
$100k - $125k/yr
Hybrid
Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering

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Tesla
Sr. Mechanical Design Engineer, Flow Simulations, Die Shop
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Sr. Mechanical Design Engineer, Flow Simulations, Die Shop
Tesla
Austin, Texas
Business Strategy
Product Management
10,000+

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Mechanical Design Engineer Jobs by City in Texas

Where Texas roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Dallas
10 jobs
Plano
6 jobs
Bastrop
5 jobs
Arlington
4 jobs
Fort Worth
4 jobs
Richardson
4 jobs
Grand Prairie
3 jobs

Mechanical Design Engineer Job Market in Texas

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

Who's Hiring

  • Tesla
    Tesla16
  • SpaceX
    SpaceX6
  • Amazon
    Amazon6
  • L3Harris
    L3Harris3
  • Lockheed Martin
    Lockheed Martin3

Top Industries Hiring

  • Media & Entertainment
  • Manufacturing
  • Aerospace & Defense
  • Retail
  • Education

What Texas Employers Look For

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

  • Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or closely related engineering discipline required
  • Proficiency in 3D CAD software such as SolidWorks, CATIA, or Creo
  • Experience with GD&T, engineering drawings, and design-for-manufacture principles
  • Familiarity with FEA tools for structural or thermal analysis of components
  • Knowledge of industry standards relevant to aerospace, oil and gas, or electronics sectors
  • Strong cross-functional collaboration skills with manufacturing and procurement teams

Mechanical Design Engineer Jobs in Texas: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a mechanical design engineer in Texas?

Most Texas employers require a bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering from an ABET-accredited program. Texas does not require a state license to work as a mechanical design engineer in industry, though engineers who sign off on public-works documents must hold a Professional Engineer license issued by the Texas Board of Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors. For most private-sector design roles, a strong CAD portfolio and internship experience carry the most weight with Texas hiring managers.

How much do mechanical design engineers make in Texas?

Mechanical design engineers in Texas earn a median of about $112,410 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $75,810 for the lowest 10% to over $175,210 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire mechanical design engineers in Texas?

Employers hiring mechanical design engineers in Texas right now include Tesla, SpaceX, and Amazon, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Texas's concentration of aerospace primes, oilfield equipment manufacturers, and semiconductor fabs means the hiring landscape skews toward roles in defense systems, subsea hardware, and precision components.

Which Texas cities have the most mechanical design engineer jobs?

Austin, Houston, and Dallas have the most mechanical design engineer openings in Texas right now. Houston leads because of its dense concentration of energy equipment manufacturers and aerospace suppliers, Dallas-Fort Worth draws heavily from defense contractors and industrial automation firms headquartered in the Metroplex, and Austin's growth in semiconductor and consumer electronics manufacturing has made it an increasingly strong market for precision and thermal design roles.

Are there remote mechanical design engineer jobs in Texas?

Yes, but they're rare. Mechanical design engineering is largely hands-on work tied to labs, test rigs, and manufacturing floors, so fully remote positions are the exception rather than the norm. About 23% of mechanical design engineer openings tied to Texas are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, and those openings tend to cluster around concept-phase design review, documentation, and simulation tasks that don't require physical lab access.

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

The most realistic entry path is a new-graduate or associate engineer role at a large Texas employer. Lockheed Martin, L3Harris, and Baker Hughes run structured early-career engineering programs in Texas that accept recent graduates without prior full-time experience. Community college co-op programs partnered with Houston-area manufacturers also place candidates into design technician roles that convert to engineer positions. A strong SolidWorks or CATIA portfolio built through coursework or personal projects, combined with an Engineer-in-Training certificate from the Texas Board of Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors, gives entry-level candidates a clear edge.

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

You can find and apply to mechanical design engineer jobs in Texas on Migrate Mate, which lists current Texas openings updated in real time. Find roles that fit your experience and location and apply directly from each listing.

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