Mechanical Engineer Jobs in Texas
Mechanical Engineer jobs in Texas are among the most active in the country, concentrated in oil and gas, aerospace and defense, semiconductor manufacturing, and heavy industrial sectors, with openings at every level from entry-level positions through senior and principal engineers. Houston, Dallas-Fort Worth, and San Antonio are the three largest hiring metros, anchored by long-established employers like ExxonMobil, Lockheed Martin, and Valero Energy. The most in-demand specialties right now are process engineering, structural analysis, and thermal systems design. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Top cityAustin, TX
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Work type62% On-site
Top industryConsulting
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SME Engineer - Mechanical
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Dynamis power solutions Llc
SME Engineer - Mechanical
The Woodlands, Texas
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Mechanical Engineer
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Astrion
Mechanical Engineer
Houston, Texas
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Principal Mechanical Engineer - Chillers
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ESP Enterprises
Principal Mechanical Engineer - Chillers
Plano, Texas
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Mechanical Engineer II
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Raytheon
Mechanical Engineer II
McKinney, Texas
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Senior Mechanical Engineer
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Raytheon
Senior Mechanical Engineer
McKinney, Texas
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SME Engineer - Mechanical
Dynamis power solutions Llc·The Woodlands, Texas
Job functions:
Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering
Job Description
SME Engineer Mechanical
Job Description
Department: Engineering
Job Status: Full Time
FLSA Status: Salary, Exempt
Reports To: SME Engineering Manager
Location: Houston, TX (Woodlands Area)
Amount of Travel Required: Up to 20%
Work Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Positions Supervised: N/A
AIP Level: 6
POSITION SUMMARY:
The SME Engineer – Mechanical provides deep technical expertise in specialized areas of mobile turbine package design, including aero derivative engines, frame engines, gearboxes, and packaging. This role supports multiple product lines by resolving complex technical questions, providing guidance to product line teams and Supply Chain, and developing practical design solutions. The SME Engineer – Mechanical works closely with other engineering disciplines, Integration, Manufacturing, third party engineering firms, Operations, and Shared Services and applies both technical and hands on knowledge to support business needs.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: (The following duties and responsibilities are all essential job functions, as defined by the ADA, except for those that begin with the word "may")
- Resolve complex technical questions using a hands on approach and a sense of urgency.
- Work effectively in both shop and office environments.
- Execute innovative designs and changes for complex packaging and engine opportunities.
- Provide technical guidance to product line teams and Supply Chain.
- Coordinate and hand off work to product line teams, Quality, Supply Chain, Accounting, Digital, and other Shared Services to support compliant, efficient, and process aligned execution.
- Collaborate with engineering, Integration, Manufacturing, third party engineering firms, Operations, and Shared Services on assigned work.
- Ensure work is conducted in accordance with safety processes, standard operating procedures, and site specific policies.
- Mentor junior engineers.
- Performs other related duties as assigned to assist with successful operations and business continuity.
POSITION REQUIREMENTS
- Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship.
- Must be at least 18 years of age or older.
- Overtime based on business needs.
- Successfully pass all applicable general pre employment testing including but not limited to: background check, pre employment drug screening, pre employment fit tests, pre employment aptitude and/or competency assessment(s).
- Daily in person, predictable attendance.
- Valid U.S. Driver’s License required. Most employment is contingent upon meeting company driving standards, including 3 year U.S. driving history and an acceptable Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) in accordance with Company policy.
- Proficiency in spoken English language.*
- Ability to travel based on business needs.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE LEVEL
Required:
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or Electrical Engineering.
- Three or more years of supervisory experience.
- An equivalent combination of education, specialized training, and relevant professional experience will be considered in lieu of a formal degree.
Preferred:
- Mobile turbine packaging experience.
- Knowledge of aero and industrial turbines.
QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS, COMPETENCIES, AND ABILITIES
- Apply deep technical knowledge in specialized areas of mobile turbine package design.
- Communicate technical information effectively with clients.
- Work collaboratively in a team environment to complete assigned responsibilities.
- Demonstrate strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
- Mentor junior engineers and provide technical guidance.
- Attend, participate in, and successfully complete scheduled New Hire Safety training, including H2S, Powered Industrial, and basic First Aid and CPR training.
- Successfully complete annual safety and operations recertification training.
- Maintain knowledge of and comply with Active Learner, Paycom, KPA, and other company mandated systems.
- Quickly learn and navigate company platforms.
- Receive instruction and interact positively with employees within assigned work groups.
- Efficiently use Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORK ENVIRONMENT
The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Employees are frequently required to walk, sit, climb, bend, reach, and squat or kneel. The employee works primarily indoors and will be sitting for prolonged periods at a desk while typing on a computer, whether in a home office, corporate office, client office, or job site. The employee must be able to access and navigate each department at the organization's facilities. When required to visit a wellsite, the work environment may include exposure to hazardous materials, operating conditions, audio levels up to 85 dB, inclement weather, and extreme temperatures (both hot and cold). Given these conditions, employees visiting a pad site are required to wear company mandated and company issued Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), including fire retardant coveralls, safety hat, steel toe boots, safety glasses, ear protection, and impact gloves, and must strictly adhere to all safety policies and procedures. Employees must be able to independently lift 25 lbs.
Work hours may include or includes early morning, late evenings, and weekends, depending on business necessity.
AAP/EEO STATEMENT
The Company is committed to the cause of equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants, thus abiding by all applicable state and federal laws. Our practices regarding employment, job promotion, compensation, training, and termination do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, age, sex, national origin, veteran's status, disability, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other legally protected status. It is expected that all employees, both management and staff, will fully support these nondiscriminatory policies.
- ALL field and shop employees and potential employees performing or assuming roles that require exposure to industrial activities, including, but not limited to, roles in shop or field operations environments, must be able to effectively communicate and comprehend the English language. This provision does not purport to require employees to always speak only English in the workplace or otherwise prevent employees from speaking non English languages, provided that such employees are able to effectively communicate and comprehend English to satisfy the company’s expectations and business objectives.
English comprehension is necessary to ensure employees:
- Understand all health and safety communications.
- Possess a sufficient level of relevant equipment knowledge.
- Comprehend verbal and written communications from the company and other employees.
- Comprehend all operational and safety procedures.
- Understand alerts and emergency notifications, including Responses to Alerts, Warnings and Emergencies.
- Understand the contents of announcements and/or radio communications.
- Are able to effectively and independently communicate with customers, supervisors, and colleagues.
- Are able to prevent workplace accidents and/or injuries through effective communication.
The company has reviewed this job description to ensure essential functions and duties have been included. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills, and abilities.
Last Revised: 08.2026
Dynamis power solutions Llc
SME Engineer - Mechanical
The Woodlands, Texas
New 6h ago
Job functions:
Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering
Job Description
SME Engineer Mechanical
Job Description
Department: Engineering
Job Status: Full Time
FLSA Status: Salary, Exempt
Reports To: SME Engineering Manager
Location: Houston, TX (Woodlands Area)
Amount of Travel Required: Up to 20%
Work Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Positions Supervised: N/A
AIP Level: 6
POSITION SUMMARY:
The SME Engineer – Mechanical provides deep technical expertise in specialized areas of mobile turbine package design, including aero derivative engines, frame engines, gearboxes, and packaging. This role supports multiple product lines by resolving complex technical questions, providing guidance to product line teams and Supply Chain, and developing practical design solutions. The SME Engineer – Mechanical works closely with other engineering disciplines, Integration, Manufacturing, third party engineering firms, Operations, and Shared Services and applies both technical and hands on knowledge to support business needs.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: (The following duties and responsibilities are all essential job functions, as defined by the ADA, except for those that begin with the word "may")
- Resolve complex technical questions using a hands on approach and a sense of urgency.
- Work effectively in both shop and office environments.
- Execute innovative designs and changes for complex packaging and engine opportunities.
- Provide technical guidance to product line teams and Supply Chain.
- Coordinate and hand off work to product line teams, Quality, Supply Chain, Accounting, Digital, and other Shared Services to support compliant, efficient, and process aligned execution.
- Collaborate with engineering, Integration, Manufacturing, third party engineering firms, Operations, and Shared Services on assigned work.
- Ensure work is conducted in accordance with safety processes, standard operating procedures, and site specific policies.
- Mentor junior engineers.
- Performs other related duties as assigned to assist with successful operations and business continuity.
POSITION REQUIREMENTS
- Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship.
- Must be at least 18 years of age or older.
- Overtime based on business needs.
- Successfully pass all applicable general pre employment testing including but not limited to: background check, pre employment drug screening, pre employment fit tests, pre employment aptitude and/or competency assessment(s).
- Daily in person, predictable attendance.
- Valid U.S. Driver’s License required. Most employment is contingent upon meeting company driving standards, including 3 year U.S. driving history and an acceptable Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) in accordance with Company policy.
- Proficiency in spoken English language.*
- Ability to travel based on business needs.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE LEVEL
Required:
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or Electrical Engineering.
- Three or more years of supervisory experience.
- An equivalent combination of education, specialized training, and relevant professional experience will be considered in lieu of a formal degree.
Preferred:
- Mobile turbine packaging experience.
- Knowledge of aero and industrial turbines.
QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS, COMPETENCIES, AND ABILITIES
- Apply deep technical knowledge in specialized areas of mobile turbine package design.
- Communicate technical information effectively with clients.
- Work collaboratively in a team environment to complete assigned responsibilities.
- Demonstrate strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
- Mentor junior engineers and provide technical guidance.
- Attend, participate in, and successfully complete scheduled New Hire Safety training, including H2S, Powered Industrial, and basic First Aid and CPR training.
- Successfully complete annual safety and operations recertification training.
- Maintain knowledge of and comply with Active Learner, Paycom, KPA, and other company mandated systems.
- Quickly learn and navigate company platforms.
- Receive instruction and interact positively with employees within assigned work groups.
- Efficiently use Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORK ENVIRONMENT
The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Employees are frequently required to walk, sit, climb, bend, reach, and squat or kneel. The employee works primarily indoors and will be sitting for prolonged periods at a desk while typing on a computer, whether in a home office, corporate office, client office, or job site. The employee must be able to access and navigate each department at the organization's facilities. When required to visit a wellsite, the work environment may include exposure to hazardous materials, operating conditions, audio levels up to 85 dB, inclement weather, and extreme temperatures (both hot and cold). Given these conditions, employees visiting a pad site are required to wear company mandated and company issued Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), including fire retardant coveralls, safety hat, steel toe boots, safety glasses, ear protection, and impact gloves, and must strictly adhere to all safety policies and procedures. Employees must be able to independently lift 25 lbs.
Work hours may include or includes early morning, late evenings, and weekends, depending on business necessity.
AAP/EEO STATEMENT
The Company is committed to the cause of equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants, thus abiding by all applicable state and federal laws. Our practices regarding employment, job promotion, compensation, training, and termination do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, age, sex, national origin, veteran's status, disability, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other legally protected status. It is expected that all employees, both management and staff, will fully support these nondiscriminatory policies.
- ALL field and shop employees and potential employees performing or assuming roles that require exposure to industrial activities, including, but not limited to, roles in shop or field operations environments, must be able to effectively communicate and comprehend the English language. This provision does not purport to require employees to always speak only English in the workplace or otherwise prevent employees from speaking non English languages, provided that such employees are able to effectively communicate and comprehend English to satisfy the company’s expectations and business objectives.
English comprehension is necessary to ensure employees:
- Understand all health and safety communications.
- Possess a sufficient level of relevant equipment knowledge.
- Comprehend verbal and written communications from the company and other employees.
- Comprehend all operational and safety procedures.
- Understand alerts and emergency notifications, including Responses to Alerts, Warnings and Emergencies.
- Understand the contents of announcements and/or radio communications.
- Are able to effectively and independently communicate with customers, supervisors, and colleagues.
- Are able to prevent workplace accidents and/or injuries through effective communication.
The company has reviewed this job description to ensure essential functions and duties have been included. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills, and abilities.
Last Revised: 08.2026
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A snapshot from current Texas openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Tesla13
- SpaceX13
- Amazon10
- Fluidstack9
- Raytheon6
Top Industries Hiring
- Consulting & Professional Services
- Electronics & Hardware
- Construction & Real Estate
- Manufacturing
- Energy
What Texas Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in mechanical engineer jobs across Texas.
- Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or closely related engineering discipline required
- Professional Engineer license from the Texas Board of Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors preferred for senior roles
- Proficiency in CAD software such as SolidWorks, AutoCAD, or CATIA for design and modeling work
- Experience with industry standards relevant to oil and gas, aerospace, or manufacturing sectors in Texas
- Familiarity with finite element analysis tools and thermal or fluid simulation software
- Strong technical documentation skills and ability to collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams
Mechanical Engineer Jobs in Texas: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a mechanical engineer in Texas?
You become a mechanical engineer in Texas by earning a bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering from an ABET-accredited program, then pursuing licensure through the Texas Board of Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors if your role involves public practice or senior-level design sign-off. Licensure requires passing the Fundamentals of Engineering exam, gaining qualifying experience, and then passing the Principles and Practice of Engineering exam. Many private-sector roles hire without a PE license, particularly at the entry level.
How much do mechanical engineers make in Texas?
Mechanical 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 engineers in Texas?
Employers hiring mechanical engineers in Texas right now include Tesla, SpaceX, and Amazon, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Texas's energy, aerospace, and advanced manufacturing base means hiring is distributed across a wide range of industries, giving mechanical engineers strong options whether they prefer upstream oil and gas operations, defense systems, or industrial production environments.
Which Texas cities have the most mechanical engineer jobs?
Austin, Houston, and Dallas have the most mechanical engineer openings in Texas. Houston leads because of its concentration of energy companies and petrochemical facilities along the Gulf Coast, while Dallas-Fort Worth draws engineers into aerospace, defense, and semiconductor manufacturing, and San Antonio supports a growing defense and advanced manufacturing base anchored by military installations and established industrial employers.
Are there remote mechanical engineer jobs in Texas?
Yes, but they're rare. Mechanical engineering work is often tied to physical systems, lab environments, manufacturing floors, or field sites, which limits full remote availability. About 38% of mechanical engineer openings tied to Texas are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, and those tend to concentrate in design review, simulation, and project management functions rather than hands-on or site-based roles.
How can I get hired as a mechanical engineer in Texas with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying directly to co-op and new-graduate programs at large Texas industrial employers, including those in Houston's energy corridor and the defense contractors operating in the Dallas-Fort Worth and San Antonio areas. Internship experience with any Texas-based manufacturer, refinery, or aerospace firm is a strong differentiator. Pursuing EIT certification through the Texas Board of Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors immediately after graduation signals readiness and distinguishes candidates competing for the same entry-level openings.
Where can I find and apply to mechanical engineer jobs in Texas?
You can find and apply to mechanical engineer jobs in Texas on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers actively hiring across the state. Find roles that match your experience and specialization and apply directly.
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