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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Overview

Open roles453+
Top employerSouthland Industries
Top cityHouston, TX
Cities hiring88
Work type70% On-site
Top industryConstruction

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Layton Construction
Traveling Project Engineer - National Building Group
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Layton Construction
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Traveling Project Engineer - National Building Group
Layton Construction
San Antonio, Texas
Corporate Training
Educational Administration
Learning & Development
On-Site
Bachelor's degree in construction management
201-500

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Jobot
Project Engineer
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Jobot
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Project Engineer
Jobot
Dallas, Texas
Project & Program Management
Construction Management
$100k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's

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Sundt
Structural Project Engineer - Data Centers
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Sundt
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Structural Project Engineer - Data Centers
Sundt
Temple, Texas
Allied Health
Healthcare Administration
Mental & Behavioral Health
Social Work & Counseling
Bachelor's degree
1,001-5,000

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STO Building Group
Traveling Project Engineer - National Building Group
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STO Building Group
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Traveling Project Engineer - National Building Group
STO Building Group
San Antonio, Texas
Compliance & Risk
Health & Safety
Human Resources
On-Site
Bachelor's degree in construction management
1,001-5,000

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Senior Civil Engineer / Project Manager
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New 12h ago
Senior Civil Engineer / Project Manager
BARRON ENGINEERING
Pearland, Texas
Corporate Training
Educational Administration
Learning & Development
$110k - $135k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor of Science

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Project Engineer Jobs by City in Texas

Where Texas roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Plano
9 jobs
Midland
9 jobs
The Woodlands
9 jobs
Irving
8 jobs

Project Engineer Job Market in Texas

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

Who's Hiring

  • Southland Industries
    Southland Industries12
  • Lockheed Martin
    Lockheed Martin11
  • Sundt
    Sundt7
  • Jobot
    Jobot6
  • Kiewit
    Kiewit6

Top Industries Hiring

  • Construction & Real Estate21
  • Consulting & Professional Services18
  • Energy12
  • Chemicals & Materials7
  • Staffing & Recruiting6

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 Southland Industries, Lockheed Martin, and Sundt, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 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 30% of project engineer openings tied to Texas are remote or hybrid as of August 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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