Project Engineer Jobs in Austin, TX
Project Engineer jobs in Austin, Texas are in active demand, concentrated in the Domain, the Mueller district, and the South Congress corridor across construction, semiconductor manufacturing, and energy infrastructure. Employers hiring right now include Ryan Companies US, Plantible Foods, and Southland Industries. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Thornton Tomasetti applies engineering and scientific principles to solve the world’s challenges. An independent organization of creative thinkers and innovative doers collaborating from offices worldwide, our mission is to bring our clients' ideas to life and, in the process, lay the groundwork for a better, more resilient future. We provide support and opportunities to our employees to achieve their full potential and cultivate a rewarding career.
Our Forensics practice investigates problems in the built environment and provides evidence-based solutions founded on rigorous science and physics. We assist attorneys, property managers, building owners, contractors, manufacturers, and design professionals with a wide range of engineering and architectural issues.
Your Role
Thornton Tomasetti is currently looking for a Geotechnical Project Engineer in Austin, Texas. In this role, you'll be involved in business development and in projects with our Forensics Team and be a part of a growing organization that meets our client’s objectives and solves their challenges. You will contribute to the strategic growth of our forensic geotechnical practice and providing technical excellence delivering projects to our clients. Projects generally include investigations of existing buildings and design remedial repairs for deficient conditions. The investigations include failure cause and origin analysis, risk loss insurance, claims response, and litigation support.
What You'll Do
- On-site inspections and investigations including surveying and documenting observations, photographing, and sketching.
- Conduct geotechnical investigations and laboratory testing programs.
- Researching the historic background of diverse structures, technical issues, and code issues.
- Organizes field data to facilitate analysis and problem-solving.
- Perform geotechnical analyses such as but not limited to bearing capacity, slope stability analysis, and settlement analysis.
- Provide geotechnical support during construction.
- Prepare technical reports and presentations that explain research and findings to improve, prevent, control, restore, or address design and/or construction issues or problems.
- Prepare data and visualizations such as tables, charts, accurate reports, sketches, calculations, and illustrations for the interpretation or presentation of data, findings, or analyses.
What You'll Bring
- Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or geotechnical engineering. Master's or PhD in geotechnical engineering is preferred.
- 4+ years of relevant experience.
- Good understanding and knowledge of geotechnical engineering and related disciplines.
- Good verbal and written communication skills (ability to communicate effectively with clients, other disciplines, managers, and other staff).
- Ability to learn new techniques, perform multiple tasks simultaneously, follow instruction, work independently, and comply with company policies.
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work well with a team.
- Ability and willingness to travel within the USA and internationally.
Benefits
Depending on your employment status, benefits may include:
Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D, Disability and other voluntary benefits
Flexible Spending Accounts for Medical & Childcare
Paid Time Off, Family Leave for New Parents, Volunteer Time
Tuition Reimbursement
Commuter Transit (where available)
401k retirement savings with Company matching on employee contributions and/or qualified student loan repayments
Fitness Reimbursement
And other various wellness, diversity/inclusion and employee resource programs and initiatives
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Who's Hiring
- Ryan Companies US28

- Plantible Foods19P
- Southland Industries19

- Suffolk Construction19

- Affiliated Engineers19

Top Industries Hiring
- Construction & Real Estate
- Consulting & Professional Services
Project Engineer Jobs in Austin: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a project engineer job in Austin?
The strongest path into Austin's project engineer market is targeting the city's construction boom, semiconductor fabrication growth, and utility infrastructure sectors, where hiring is most consistent. Firms working on large-scale commercial development along the 183 Tech Corridor and East Austin industrial zones hire regularly. A PE-in-training credential, familiarity with Austin's permitting workflows, and experience with firms tied to the city's ongoing transit and water infrastructure projects all give candidates a clear edge locally.
Which companies hire project engineers in Austin?
Austin project engineer roles are posted by Ryan Companies US, Plantible Foods, and Southland Industries and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Austin's hiring mix includes large semiconductor manufacturers, regional construction firms, utility operators, and tech hardware companies that run significant on-site engineering operations within the metro.
Are there remote project engineer jobs in Austin?
Yes, though remote availability depends heavily on the role type: hands-on site and construction roles are almost always on-site, while project controls, scheduling, and systems engineering positions are more frequently offered remotely. About 57% of project engineer openings tied to Austin are remote or hybrid as of September 2026. The most remote-compatible work tends to come from Austin's tech hardware and software infrastructure employers rather than its construction or utilities sectors.
How can I get a project engineer job in Austin with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path in Austin is targeting construction management and civil engineering firms that hire junior project engineers to support active development projects across the metro. Austin's sustained growth in mixed-use development and transportation infrastructure means firms frequently bring on recent graduates in coordinator or assistant project engineer roles. Internships with the City of Austin's public works or Capital Metro transit programs also provide a direct foothold, and familiarity with Procore or Primavera P6 makes candidates noticeably more competitive locally.
Which industries hire the most project engineers in Austin?
Austin project engineer roles concentrate in Construction & Real Estate and Consulting & Professional Services, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Austin's rapid population growth, ongoing semiconductor expansion anchored by major fab investments north of the city, and a multi-billion-dollar commercial construction pipeline keep demand across these sectors consistently high.
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