Reliability Engineer Jobs in Texas
Reliability Engineer jobs in Texas are among the most active in the country, concentrated in oil and gas, petrochemical, power generation, and aerospace manufacturing, with demand at every level from entry-level maintenance engineers through senior reliability specialists. Houston leads hiring volume by a significant margin, followed by San Antonio and Corpus Christi, where refineries, LNG facilities, and downstream chemical plants create consistent demand. ExxonMobil, Valero Energy, and Lockheed Martin are among the established Texas employers with ongoing reliability engineering needs across multiple sites. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Your opportunity
At Schwab, you’re empowered to make an impact on your career. Here, innovative thought meets creative problem solving, helping us challenge the status quo and transform the finance industry together. We believe in the importance of in-office collaboration and fully intend for the selected candidate for this role to work on site in the specified location(s).
What you have
To ensure that we fulfill our promise of challenging the status quo, this role has specific qualifications that successful candidates should have.
- 1–2 years of experience supporting or administering enterprise-level platforms in a technical role
- Experience writing automation scripts or building monitoring dashboards and alerts
- Bachelor’s degree in computer science or related discipline, or equivalent experience
- Basic understanding of Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) concepts and operational reliability practices
- Hands-on familiarity with systems administration, monitoring, or deployment activities in cloud and/or hybrid environments
- Exposure to Windows Server 2022 and/or Linux hosted via virtual machines
- Working knowledge of IP networking concepts, including DNS, DHCP, firewalls, and IP routing
- Basic understanding of distributed systems and high-availability concepts
- Basic development proficiency in one or more languages such as .NET, PowerShell, Java, Python, or Bash
- Exposure to one or more databases such as SQL Server, Oracle, or MongoDB
- Exposure to observability and monitoring tools such as Splunk, Grafana, ThousandEyes, ExtraHop, Moogsoft, or equivalent
- Curiosity about AI/ML operations tooling, AIOps platforms, or ML-assisted observability
- Experience integrating automation with operational workflows to reduce manual effort and improve reliability
- Familiarity with financial services, regulatory, or compliance-focused technology environments
- Familiarity with CI/CD tools such as Harness, Jenkins, or GitHub Actions, or with GitOps concepts
- Exposure to container orchestration or cloud platforms such as Kubernetes, OpenShift, AWS, Azure, or GCP
- Experience with Agile or SAFe methodology
- Exposure to message brokers such as Solace, RabbitMQ, IBM MQ, or Kafka
- Ability to communicate clearly, document solutions, and share knowledge across engineering and platform teams
- Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to investigate issues, identify patterns, and contribute to practical improvements Openness to learning new tools,
- ing feedback, and building technical judgment over time
What’s in it for you
At Schwab, you’re empowered to shape your future. We champion your growth through meaningful work, continuous learning, and a culture of trust and collaboration—so you can build the skills to make a lasting impact. Our Hybrid Work and Flexibility approach balances our ongoing commitment to workplace flexibility, serving our clients, and our strong belief in the value of being together in person on a regular basis.
We offer a competitive benefits package that takes care of the whole you – both today and in the future:
- 401(k) with company match and Employee stock purchase plan
- Paid time for vacation, volunteering, and 28-day sabbatical after every 5 years of service for eligible positions
- Paid parental leave and family building benefits
- Tuition reimbursement
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
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Eligible Schwabbies receive
Medical, dental and vision benefits
401(k) and employee stock purchase plans
Tuition reimbursement to keep developing your career
Paid parental leave and adoption/family building benefits
Sabbatical leave available after five years of employment
Your opportunity
At Schwab, you’re empowered to make an impact on your career. Here, innovative thought meets creative problem solving, helping us challenge the status quo and transform the finance industry together. We believe in the importance of in-office collaboration and fully intend for the selected candidate for this role to work on site in the specified location(s).
What you have
To ensure that we fulfill our promise of challenging the status quo, this role has specific qualifications that successful candidates should have.
- 1–2 years of experience supporting or administering enterprise-level platforms in a technical role
- Experience writing automation scripts or building monitoring dashboards and alerts
- Bachelor’s degree in computer science or related discipline, or equivalent experience
- Basic understanding of Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) concepts and operational reliability practices
- Hands-on familiarity with systems administration, monitoring, or deployment activities in cloud and/or hybrid environments
- Exposure to Windows Server 2022 and/or Linux hosted via virtual machines
- Working knowledge of IP networking concepts, including DNS, DHCP, firewalls, and IP routing
- Basic understanding of distributed systems and high-availability concepts
- Basic development proficiency in one or more languages such as .NET, PowerShell, Java, Python, or Bash
- Exposure to one or more databases such as SQL Server, Oracle, or MongoDB
- Exposure to observability and monitoring tools such as Splunk, Grafana, ThousandEyes, ExtraHop, Moogsoft, or equivalent
- Curiosity about AI/ML operations tooling, AIOps platforms, or ML-assisted observability
- Experience integrating automation with operational workflows to reduce manual effort and improve reliability
- Familiarity with financial services, regulatory, or compliance-focused technology environments
- Familiarity with CI/CD tools such as Harness, Jenkins, or GitHub Actions, or with GitOps concepts
- Exposure to container orchestration or cloud platforms such as Kubernetes, OpenShift, AWS, Azure, or GCP
- Experience with Agile or SAFe methodology
- Exposure to message brokers such as Solace, RabbitMQ, IBM MQ, or Kafka
- Ability to communicate clearly, document solutions, and share knowledge across engineering and platform teams
- Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to investigate issues, identify patterns, and contribute to practical improvements Openness to learning new tools,
- ing feedback, and building technical judgment over time
What’s in it for you
At Schwab, you’re empowered to shape your future. We champion your growth through meaningful work, continuous learning, and a culture of trust and collaboration—so you can build the skills to make a lasting impact. Our Hybrid Work and Flexibility approach balances our ongoing commitment to workplace flexibility, serving our clients, and our strong belief in the value of being together in person on a regular basis.
We offer a competitive benefits package that takes care of the whole you – both today and in the future:
- 401(k) with company match and Employee stock purchase plan
- Paid time for vacation, volunteering, and 28-day sabbatical after every 5 years of service for eligible positions
- Paid parental leave and family building benefits
- Tuition reimbursement
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
Share:
- X
Eligible Schwabbies receive
Medical, dental and vision benefits
401(k) and employee stock purchase plans
Tuition reimbursement to keep developing your career
Paid parental leave and adoption/family building benefits
Sabbatical leave available after five years of employment
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Reliability Engineer Job Market in Texas
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Who's Hiring
- SpaceX14
- Apple13
- Tesla8
- Charles Schwab5
- Shield AI4
Top Industries Hiring
- Technology & Software16
- Electronics & Hardware9
- Aerospace & Defense8
- Energy7
- Chemicals & Materials5
What Texas Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in reliability engineer jobs across Texas.
- Bachelor's degree in mechanical, chemical, or industrial engineering from an accredited program
- Professional Engineer license through the Texas Board of Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors preferred for senior roles
- Experience with reliability methodologies such as RCM, FMEA, RCA, and Weibull analysis
- Proficiency with CMMS platforms such as SAP PM, Maximo, or Infor EAM
- Familiarity with Texas refinery, petrochemical, or power generation operating environments
- CMRP certification from the Society of Maintenance and Reliability Professionals is a competitive advantage
Reliability Engineer Jobs in Texas: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a reliability engineer in Texas?
Most reliability engineers in Texas start with a bachelor's degree in mechanical, chemical, or industrial engineering. Senior and consulting roles often require or strongly prefer a Professional Engineer license, issued by the Texas Board of Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors after passing the FE and PE exams. Many Texas employers in refining and petrochemicals also value the CMRP certification and direct exposure to OSHA Process Safety Management environments before extending an offer.
Which companies hire reliability engineers in Texas?
Employers hiring reliability engineers in Texas right now include SpaceX, Apple, and Tesla, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Texas's concentration of refining capacity, LNG export terminals, and defense manufacturing plants means large industrial employers here tend to hire reliability engineers on a recurring rather than one-off basis.
Which Texas cities have the most reliability engineer jobs?
Austin, Houston, and Dallas hold the largest concentration of reliability engineer openings in Texas. Houston dominates because of the Ship Channel refinery corridor and downstream petrochemical complex, while San Antonio draws demand from military installations and utilities, and Corpus Christi reflects its role as a growing LNG and refining hub along the Gulf Coast.
Are there remote reliability engineer jobs in Texas?
Yes, but they're rare. Reliability engineering is inherently hands-on, requiring physical presence for equipment inspections, failure investigations, and plant turnarounds, so most Texas roles are site-based. About 34% of reliability engineer openings tied to Texas are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, and those positions tend to cover the data analysis, reporting, and program development portions of the role rather than field work.
How can I get hired as a reliability engineer in Texas with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is a maintenance or rotating equipment engineer role at a refinery or chemical plant, where companies like Dow, LyondellBasell, and Chevron Phillips Chemical run structured new-graduate programs at their Texas Gulf Coast sites. Candidates with an EIT designation from the Texas Board of Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors, or coursework in RCM and predictive maintenance, stand out. Lateral moves from quality engineering, process engineering, or maintenance planning are also a proven way in.
Where can I find and apply to reliability engineer jobs in Texas?
You can find and apply to reliability engineer jobs in Texas on Migrate Mate, which lists current Texas openings across Houston, San Antonio, Corpus Christi, and beyond. Find roles that fit your experience and apply directly from the listing without creating an account or signing up.
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