Product Design Engineer Jobs in Texas
Product Design Engineer jobs in Texas are active and competitive, concentrated in aerospace and defense, semiconductor and electronics manufacturing, energy technology, and medical devices, with openings at every level from entry-level to principal engineer. The heaviest hiring is in Houston, Austin, and the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex, where established employers like Texas Instruments, Lockheed Martin, and Dell Technologies maintain large engineering workforces. The most in-demand specialties include mechanical design, PCB and hardware development, and systems-level product engineering. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Product Development & Design Engineer
Wilco Classics & Speed – Round Rock, TX
$75,000–$105,000 per year (Based on Experience)
Full-Time | 4-Day Work Week | Benefits
Design. Engineer. Build.
Wilco Classics & Speed is looking for a highly motivated Product Development & Design Engineer who wants to turn ideas into real-world automotive products.
This is not a traditional desk engineering position. You'll work directly with our fabrication, machining, and mechanical teams to develop custom automotive components, engineer new products, reverse engineer existing parts, and bring concepts to life using the latest design and manufacturing technologies.
If you're passionate about cars, engineering, manufacturing, and creating things that have never existed before, we'd love to meet you.
What You'll Do
- Design custom automotive components using SolidWorks or similar 3D CAD software.
- Create both solid models and complex surface models for production.
- Perform 3D scanning and post-scan processing.
- Reverse engineer OEM and aftermarket components.
- Design parts for CNC machining, fabrication, and additive manufacturing.
- Create detailed manufacturing drawings and production documentation.
- Prototype components using 3D printing.
- Work directly with outsourced machine shops and manufacturing partners from prototype through production.
- Collaborate daily with our fabrication, mechanical, and assembly teams to solve engineering challenges.
- Improve manufacturability, reduce production time, and develop repeatable products and processes.
- Take ownership of projects from concept through completed production.
Qualifications
Required
- Mechanical Engineering degree or equivalent experience.
- Proficiency with SolidWorks or comparable 3D CAD software.
- Strong understanding of machining, manufacturing, and fabrication processes.
- Excellent mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills.
- Strong communication and organizational skills.
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Self-starter with a high level of ownership and accountability.
Preferred
- Automotive engineering or performance vehicle experience.
- Experience with reverse engineering.
- Experience using 3D scanners and post-processing software.
- CNC machining knowledge.
- 3D printing experience.
- Sheet metal, weldment, and surfacing experience.
- GD&T knowledge.
- CAM software experience.
What We're Looking For
We're looking for someone who enjoys figuring out how things work—and making them better.
The ideal candidate is naturally curious, takes ownership of their work, communicates well with others, and enjoys working alongside fabricators and technicians to solve difficult engineering challenges.
You won't spend your day isolated behind a computer. You'll be in the shop measuring parts, collaborating with builders, testing ideas, refining designs, and seeing your work become finished products.
Why Join Wilco Classics & Speed?
- Four-day work week (4 x 10-hour schedule)
- Climate-controlled facility
- Health benefits
- Paid holidays and PTO
- Retirement plan
- Work on unique custom, classic, and high-performance vehicles
- Opportunity to help develop proprietary products and future company offerings
- Small, highly skilled team where your work has a direct impact
About Wilco Classics & Speed
Wilco Classics & Speed specializes in engineering, restoring, customizing, and building exceptional classic and performance vehicles. We combine modern engineering with traditional craftsmanship to create vehicles and products that perform as well as they look.
If you're looking for a place where your engineering skills will be challenged, your ideas will matter, and you'll help build something unique, we encourage you to apply.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $35.00 - $50.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
Experience:
- Automotive Repair: 10 years (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
Work Location: In person
Product Development & Design Engineer
Wilco Classics & Speed – Round Rock, TX
$75,000–$105,000 per year (Based on Experience)
Full-Time | 4-Day Work Week | Benefits
Design. Engineer. Build.
Wilco Classics & Speed is looking for a highly motivated Product Development & Design Engineer who wants to turn ideas into real-world automotive products.
This is not a traditional desk engineering position. You'll work directly with our fabrication, machining, and mechanical teams to develop custom automotive components, engineer new products, reverse engineer existing parts, and bring concepts to life using the latest design and manufacturing technologies.
If you're passionate about cars, engineering, manufacturing, and creating things that have never existed before, we'd love to meet you.
What You'll Do
- Design custom automotive components using SolidWorks or similar 3D CAD software.
- Create both solid models and complex surface models for production.
- Perform 3D scanning and post-scan processing.
- Reverse engineer OEM and aftermarket components.
- Design parts for CNC machining, fabrication, and additive manufacturing.
- Create detailed manufacturing drawings and production documentation.
- Prototype components using 3D printing.
- Work directly with outsourced machine shops and manufacturing partners from prototype through production.
- Collaborate daily with our fabrication, mechanical, and assembly teams to solve engineering challenges.
- Improve manufacturability, reduce production time, and develop repeatable products and processes.
- Take ownership of projects from concept through completed production.
Qualifications
Required
- Mechanical Engineering degree or equivalent experience.
- Proficiency with SolidWorks or comparable 3D CAD software.
- Strong understanding of machining, manufacturing, and fabrication processes.
- Excellent mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills.
- Strong communication and organizational skills.
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Self-starter with a high level of ownership and accountability.
Preferred
- Automotive engineering or performance vehicle experience.
- Experience with reverse engineering.
- Experience using 3D scanners and post-processing software.
- CNC machining knowledge.
- 3D printing experience.
- Sheet metal, weldment, and surfacing experience.
- GD&T knowledge.
- CAM software experience.
What We're Looking For
We're looking for someone who enjoys figuring out how things work—and making them better.
The ideal candidate is naturally curious, takes ownership of their work, communicates well with others, and enjoys working alongside fabricators and technicians to solve difficult engineering challenges.
You won't spend your day isolated behind a computer. You'll be in the shop measuring parts, collaborating with builders, testing ideas, refining designs, and seeing your work become finished products.
Why Join Wilco Classics & Speed?
- Four-day work week (4 x 10-hour schedule)
- Climate-controlled facility
- Health benefits
- Paid holidays and PTO
- Retirement plan
- Work on unique custom, classic, and high-performance vehicles
- Opportunity to help develop proprietary products and future company offerings
- Small, highly skilled team where your work has a direct impact
About Wilco Classics & Speed
Wilco Classics & Speed specializes in engineering, restoring, customizing, and building exceptional classic and performance vehicles. We combine modern engineering with traditional craftsmanship to create vehicles and products that perform as well as they look.
If you're looking for a place where your engineering skills will be challenged, your ideas will matter, and you'll help build something unique, we encourage you to apply.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $35.00 - $50.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
Experience:
- Automotive Repair: 10 years (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
Work Location: In person
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Product Design Engineer Job Market in Texas
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Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Electronics & Hardware
- Retail
- Technology & Software
- E-Commerce & Online Marketplaces
What Texas Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in product design engineer jobs across Texas.
- Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, or a closely related field
- Proficiency in CAD software such as SolidWorks, CATIA, or Creo for design and modeling
- Experience with product lifecycle management tools and engineering change order processes
- Familiarity with manufacturing processes including injection molding, sheet metal, or PCB fabrication
- Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams across engineering, manufacturing, and quality
- Strong documentation skills for design specifications, test plans, and technical reports
Product Design Engineer Jobs in Texas: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a product design engineer in Texas?
Most product design engineer roles in Texas require a bachelor's degree in mechanical, electrical, or industrial engineering from an ABET-accredited program. Texas does not require a state license for most private-sector product design engineering roles, but pursuing licensure as a Professional Engineer through the Texas Board of Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors strengthens candidacy for senior or client-facing positions. Building a portfolio of CAD models and completed design projects is a practical advantage when entering the field.
Which companies hire product design engineers in Texas?
Employers hiring product design engineers in Texas right now include Apple, Amazon, and USAA, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Texas's concentration of aerospace, semiconductor, energy technology, and medical device companies means demand is distributed across a broad range of industries rather than a single sector.
Which Texas cities have the most product design engineer jobs?
The Texas cities with the most product design engineer openings are Austin, Plano, and Waco. Houston's concentration of energy technology and industrial equipment companies drives demand there, while Austin and the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex attract hardware and semiconductor employers alongside large corporate engineering centers that consistently post design engineering roles.
Are there remote product design engineer jobs in Texas?
Yes, but they're rare. Product design engineering is inherently hands-on, requiring lab access, prototyping equipment, and coordination with manufacturing teams, which limits full remote work. About 53% of product design engineer openings tied to Texas are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, and when flexibility does appear, it tends to apply to the requirements-definition, documentation, or simulation-heavy phases of the role rather than the physical design and testing work.
How can I get hired as a product design engineer in Texas with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is an engineering internship or co-op with a Texas manufacturing or technology company, which many large Texas employers including Texas Instruments and Lockheed Martin run through their campus recruiting programs. Candidates can also move into product design from adjacent roles like manufacturing engineer, quality engineer, or CAD technician. A strong project portfolio, relevant coursework in design and materials, and a passing record on the Fundamentals of Engineering exam through the Texas Board of Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors all give early-career candidates a concrete edge.
Where can I find and apply to product design engineer jobs in Texas?
You can find and apply to product design engineer jobs in Texas on Migrate Mate, which lists current Texas openings across industries including aerospace, semiconductors, energy technology, and medical devices. Find the roles that fit your background and apply directly.
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