Process Engineer Jobs in Texas

Process Engineer jobs in Texas are among the most active in the country, concentrated in petrochemical and refining, semiconductor and electronics manufacturing, food and beverage production, and industrial chemicals, with openings at every level from entry-level process technician to senior principal engineer. Houston, Beaumont, and Austin lead hiring volume, anchored by major employers like ExxonMobil, Texas Instruments, and Dow Chemical, all of which maintain significant Texas operations and hire process engineers across multiple disciplines. The most in-demand specialties are refinery process optimization, semiconductor process integration, and continuous improvement engineering. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles346+
Top employerTesla
Top cityAustin, TX
Cities hiring78
Work type85% On-site
Top industryManufacturing

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Texas Instruments
Process Development Engineer
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Texas Instruments
New 12h ago
Process Development Engineer
Texas Instruments
Dallas, Texas
Executive Leadership & C-Suite
Program Management
Project Management
Doctoral degree in physics
10,000+

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Koch
Process Safety Engineer
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Koch
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Process Safety Engineer
Koch
Plano, Texas
Executive Leadership & C-Suite
Program Management
Project Management
Hybrid
Bachelor's degree in engineering
10,000+

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Koch
Process Safety Engineer
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Koch
New 12h ago
Process Safety Engineer
Koch
Houston, Texas
Quality Assurance & Testing (QA Testing)
Software Engineering
Technical Program Management
Hybrid
Bachelor's degree in engineering
10,000+

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Valtris Specialty Chemicals
Process Engineer
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Valtris Specialty Chemicals
New 13h ago
Process Engineer
Valtris Specialty Chemicals
Fort Worth, Texas
Engineering (Non-Software)
Manufacturing Operations
Bachelor's degree in engineering

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Southwire
Process Engineer I
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Southwire
New 13h ago
Process Engineer I
Southwire
El Paso, Texas
Solutions Engineering & Architecture
Specialized Engineering
Systems Administration
Technical Program Management
Bachelor's degree in engineering
5,001-10,000

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Process Engineer Jobs by City in Texas

Where Texas roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Dallas
20 jobs
San Antonio
11 jobs
Fort Worth
10 jobs
Bastrop
7 jobs
Plano
6 jobs
Deer Park
6 jobs
Brookshire
6 jobs

Process Engineer Job Market in Texas

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

Who's Hiring

  • Tesla
    Tesla50
  • SpaceX
    SpaceX8
  • Samsung Electronics
    Samsung Electronics7
  • GE Vernova
    GE Vernova6
  • Lam Research
    Lam Research6

Top Industries Hiring

  • Manufacturing17
  • Consulting & Professional Services16
  • Electronics & Hardware12
  • Chemicals & Materials6
  • Technology & Software6

What Texas Employers Look For

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

  • Bachelor's degree in chemical engineering, mechanical engineering, or a closely related field
  • Professional Engineer license from the Texas Board of Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors preferred for senior roles
  • Experience with process simulation tools such as Aspen HYSYS, CHEMCAD, or equivalent software
  • Familiarity with OSHA PSM standards and Texas process safety regulatory requirements
  • Demonstrated ability to lead process improvement and Six Sigma or Lean manufacturing initiatives
  • Strong data analysis skills using MATLAB, Python, or statistical process control methods

Process Engineer Jobs in Texas: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a process engineer in Texas?

Most process engineer roles in Texas require a bachelor's degree in chemical, mechanical, or industrial engineering from an ABET-accredited program. For roles requiring a Professional Engineer designation, candidates must pass the Fundamentals of Engineering exam, gain qualifying experience, and then pass the Principles and Practice of Engineering exam through the Texas Board of Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors. Many positions in refining and chemicals also value experience with Texas-specific regulatory frameworks and process safety standards.

Which companies hire process engineers in Texas?

Employers hiring process engineers in Texas right now include Tesla, SpaceX, and Samsung Electronics, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Texas's concentration of petrochemical plants along the Gulf Coast and semiconductor fabs in Central Texas means hiring tends to be consistent year-round rather than seasonal.

Which Texas cities have the most process engineer jobs?

Austin, Houston, and Dallas have the most process engineer openings in Texas. Houston and Beaumont drive the majority of listings through their dense network of refineries, chemical plants, and petrochemical facilities along the Gulf Coast, while Austin's growing semiconductor and advanced manufacturing sector has made it a strong secondary market for process integration and equipment engineering roles.

Are there remote process engineer jobs in Texas?

Yes, but they're rare. Process engineering is largely hands-on work tied to physical plants, production lines, and lab environments, so most roles require on-site presence. About 15% of process engineer openings tied to Texas are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, and those tend to be in process modeling, data analytics, or corporate continuous improvement functions rather than plant-floor or operations-support positions.

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

The most realistic entry path is a rotational new-graduate engineering program at one of Texas's large chemical or manufacturing employers. Companies like ExxonMobil, LyondellBasell, and Celanese run structured programs that place new graduates across process units before a permanent assignment. Candidates coming from adjacent roles in process technician, quality engineering, or manufacturing engineering positions are also competitive. Passing the Fundamentals of Engineering exam and completing an internship at a Gulf Coast facility significantly strengthens an application for candidates without full-time experience.

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

You can find and apply to process engineer jobs in Texas on Migrate Mate, which lists current Texas openings across industries including petrochemical, semiconductor, food manufacturing, and industrial chemicals. Find roles that fit your experience and apply directly to the employers posting them.

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