Project Engineer Jobs in Texas
Project Engineer jobs in Texas are among the most active in the country, concentrated in oil and gas, petrochemical, construction, semiconductor manufacturing, and infrastructure development, with openings at every level from entry-level field engineer through senior project lead. Houston, Dallas-Fort Worth, and Austin generate the largest share of postings, anchored by employers like Fluor, Jacobs Engineering, and Chevron Phillips Chemical. The most in-demand specialties in Texas are process and facilities engineering, civil and transportation infrastructure, and industrial construction. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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What We're Looking For
At HNTB, you can create a career that is meaningful to you while building communities that matter to all of us. For more than a century, we have been delivering solutions for some of the largest, most complex infrastructure projects across the country. With our historic growth, it is an exciting time to join our team of employee-owners.This opportunity entails being responsible for the production and modification of design calculations, technical reports, engineering plans and specifications for assigned projects. This position consults with the project manager to perform research, development, calculations, design and delivery. Applies engineering techniques, procedures and design criteria for projects ranging in size and complexity. Leverages technical knowledge and experience to address design related issues or concerns, working closely with the project manager through creative problem solving, interactions with clients and by completing tasks to meet the project schedule. Develops conceptual and detailed designs and calculations to support the project completion using current drawing and technical tools, programs and software. May mentor, train and review work of junior engineer staff and provide constructive feedback. As a member of the team, you will contribute to the successful project delivery for a diverse range of projects for HNTB’s clients in South-Central Texas, including GEC Road Bond Programs, Heavy Highway Programs, H&H and Storm Water design on transportation and water resources projects. Moreover, you will have an opportunity to be part of pursuit teams to develop projects and opportunities.
What You'll Do:
- Responsible for the planning and distribution of discipline-specific work, and adherence to the schedule and budget on projects.
- Assists in marketing responsibilities, including proposal generation.
- Assists with the development of scope of work and level of effort for projects and/or assignments within discipline.
- Oversees completeness and accuracy of project team’s work within the technical discipline. Guides and mentors team to overall project objectives.
- Coordinates technical aspects of project with client counterpart and teaming partners at staff level for work within the discipline.
- Works closely with other disciplines on multi-discipline projects.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
What You'll Need:
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering and 6 years of relevant experience, or
- Master’s degree in Engineering and 5 years of relevant experience, or
- PhD in Engineering and 4 years of relevant experience
What You'll Bring:
- Understands the impacts of decisions on technical design and work planning.
- Coordinates work planning and design effectively across multiple technical disciplines.
- Prepares high quality deliverables that are on time, and within budget and scope.
- Provide expertise in supporting H&H work, storm water design and studies for transportation and water resources projects.
What We Prefer:
- Master’s degree in Engineering
- 8 years relevant experience
- Professional Engineer (PE) certification
- Familiarity with HEC RAS and GeoHEC-RAS, HEC HMS and GeoHEC-HMS, HY8, StormCAD, SewerGEMS
- Familiarity with Bluebeam Review
- Familiarity with Autocad/Microstation, Civil 3D, ORD
Additional Information
Click here for benefits information: HNTB Total Rewards
Click here to learn more about Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran
Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. #AR #Highways.
Locations:
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NOTICE TO THIRD-PARTY AGENCIES:
HNTB does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or agencies. Any staffing/employment agency, person or entity that submits an unsolicited resume to this site does so with the understanding that the applicant's resume will become the property of HNTB. HNTB will have the right to hire that applicant at its discretion and without any fee owed to the submitting staffing/employment agency, person or entity. Staffing/employment agencies who have fee agreements with HNTB must submit applicants to the designated HNTB recruiter to be eligible for placement fees.
What We're Looking For
At HNTB, you can create a career that is meaningful to you while building communities that matter to all of us. For more than a century, we have been delivering solutions for some of the largest, most complex infrastructure projects across the country. With our historic growth, it is an exciting time to join our team of employee-owners.This opportunity entails being responsible for the production and modification of design calculations, technical reports, engineering plans and specifications for assigned projects. This position consults with the project manager to perform research, development, calculations, design and delivery. Applies engineering techniques, procedures and design criteria for projects ranging in size and complexity. Leverages technical knowledge and experience to address design related issues or concerns, working closely with the project manager through creative problem solving, interactions with clients and by completing tasks to meet the project schedule. Develops conceptual and detailed designs and calculations to support the project completion using current drawing and technical tools, programs and software. May mentor, train and review work of junior engineer staff and provide constructive feedback. As a member of the team, you will contribute to the successful project delivery for a diverse range of projects for HNTB’s clients in South-Central Texas, including GEC Road Bond Programs, Heavy Highway Programs, H&H and Storm Water design on transportation and water resources projects. Moreover, you will have an opportunity to be part of pursuit teams to develop projects and opportunities.
What You'll Do:
- Responsible for the planning and distribution of discipline-specific work, and adherence to the schedule and budget on projects.
- Assists in marketing responsibilities, including proposal generation.
- Assists with the development of scope of work and level of effort for projects and/or assignments within discipline.
- Oversees completeness and accuracy of project team’s work within the technical discipline. Guides and mentors team to overall project objectives.
- Coordinates technical aspects of project with client counterpart and teaming partners at staff level for work within the discipline.
- Works closely with other disciplines on multi-discipline projects.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
What You'll Need:
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering and 6 years of relevant experience, or
- Master’s degree in Engineering and 5 years of relevant experience, or
- PhD in Engineering and 4 years of relevant experience
What You'll Bring:
- Understands the impacts of decisions on technical design and work planning.
- Coordinates work planning and design effectively across multiple technical disciplines.
- Prepares high quality deliverables that are on time, and within budget and scope.
- Provide expertise in supporting H&H work, storm water design and studies for transportation and water resources projects.
What We Prefer:
- Master’s degree in Engineering
- 8 years relevant experience
- Professional Engineer (PE) certification
- Familiarity with HEC RAS and GeoHEC-RAS, HEC HMS and GeoHEC-HMS, HY8, StormCAD, SewerGEMS
- Familiarity with Bluebeam Review
- Familiarity with Autocad/Microstation, Civil 3D, ORD
Additional Information
Click here for benefits information: HNTB Total Rewards
Click here to learn more about Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran
Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. #AR #Highways.
Locations:
Austin, TX.
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NOTICE TO THIRD-PARTY AGENCIES:
HNTB does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or agencies. Any staffing/employment agency, person or entity that submits an unsolicited resume to this site does so with the understanding that the applicant's resume will become the property of HNTB. HNTB will have the right to hire that applicant at its discretion and without any fee owed to the submitting staffing/employment agency, person or entity. Staffing/employment agencies who have fee agreements with HNTB must submit applicants to the designated HNTB recruiter to be eligible for placement fees.
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Project Engineer Job Market in Texas
A snapshot from current Texas openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Lockheed Martin37
- Garver23
- Westwood Professional Services11
- Tesla10
- The Walsh10
Top Industries Hiring
- Construction & Real Estate56
- Consulting & Professional Services52
- Technology & Software13
- Energy12
- Manufacturing10
What Texas Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in project engineer jobs across Texas.
- Engineer-in-Training registration or Professional Engineer license with the Texas Board of Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors preferred
- Bachelor's degree in civil, mechanical, electrical, or a related engineering discipline required
- Proficiency in project scheduling software such as Primavera P6 or Microsoft Project
- Experience coordinating with contractors, subcontractors, and field crews on job sites
- Familiarity with Texas Department of Transportation or local municipal permitting processes for infrastructure roles
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for client reporting and cross-functional team coordination
Project Engineer Jobs in Texas: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a project engineer in Texas?
Most Texas employers require a bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline as the foundation. From there, registering as an Engineer-in-Training through the Texas Board of Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors after passing the Fundamentals of Engineering exam strengthens your candidacy significantly, and many project engineer roles in oil, gas, and infrastructure expect you to pursue a full Professional Engineer license. Industry certifications like PMP also improve your prospects in construction and program management roles.
Which companies hire project engineers in Texas?
Employers hiring project engineers in Texas right now include Lockheed Martin, Garver, and Westwood Professional Services, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Texas's concentration of energy, petrochemical, semiconductor, and large-scale infrastructure projects means engineering and construction firms of all sizes maintain consistent year-round hiring in the state.
Which Texas cities have the most project engineer jobs?
Houston, Dallas, and Austin have the most project engineer openings in Texas. Houston dominates due to its petrochemical, energy, and port infrastructure industries, Dallas-Fort Worth draws large volumes from construction, semiconductor, and corporate headquarters activity, and Austin's rapid infrastructure and technology campus development has made it a growing source of engineering demand in its own right.
Are there remote project engineer jobs in Texas?
Yes, but they're rare. Project engineers typically work on active job sites or closely with field crews, making fully remote arrangements uncommon. About 34% of project engineer openings tied to Texas are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and those tend to be in planning, design review, or program coordination functions rather than field-facing roles.
How can I get hired as a project engineer in Texas with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is a new-graduate or associate engineer role, which large Texas employers like Fluor, Jacobs, and the Texas Department of Transportation hire into directly from accredited engineering programs. Co-op and internship experience gained during school is the single strongest differentiator. Candidates without a full degree can enter through construction management, estimating, or field technician roles and build toward a project engineer title. Passing the Fundamentals of Engineering exam early and earning an Engineer-in-Training registration through the Texas Board of Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors gives your application a concrete credential advantage.
Where can I find and apply to project engineer jobs in Texas?
You can find and apply to project engineer jobs in Texas on Migrate Mate, which lists current Texas openings across industries including energy, construction, infrastructure, and manufacturing. Find a role that fits and apply directly through the listing.
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