Resident Engineer Jobs in Texas
Resident Engineer jobs in Texas are in strong demand, concentrated in transportation infrastructure, construction management, and civil engineering across entry-level through senior roles. Houston, Dallas, and Austin account for the bulk of openings, with major employers like Texas Department of Transportation, AECOM, and Jacobs consistently hiring. The most sought-after specialties are highway and bridge construction oversight, transit systems, and water infrastructure. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Job Title: Resident Engineer — Trend micro vision one
Location: Remote
Duration: Contract
Job Responsibilities:
- Serve as a dedicated, named Resident Engineer embedded within Trend AI customer environments
- Lead and support Vision One XDR deployments — from initial setup through ongoing optimization and expansion
- Configure and tune Vision One security modules: Endpoint Security, XDR, Workload Security, Intrusion Prevention, Anti-Malware, Web Reputation, Firewall, Application Control, and Log Inspection
- Validate data flow and agent health across endpoints, appliances, and the central XDR platform leveraged by SOC teams
- Troubleshoot deployment issues, perform root cause analysis, and work directly with Trend AI support and engineering teams on escalations
- Conduct QBRs and ongoing customer success reviews; track adoption, performance metrics, and customer health
- Serve as a trusted technical advisor to customer stakeholders, translating complex security outcomes into business value
- Maintain documentation including runbooks, playbooks, deployment guides, and SOPs
- Identify expansion opportunities and work collaboratively with WWT and Trend AI account teams
What We're Looking For
Required
- Hands-on experience deploying and managing Trend Micro Vision One in enterprise environments — this is non-negotiable
- Deep knowledge of EDR/XDR concepts and the broader endpoint security ecosystem
- Customer-facing delivery experience: you've worked directly with enterprise clients, managed relationships, and delivered outcomes — not just internal IT
- Strong communicator — comfortable presenting to C-level stakeholders (CTOs, CISOs, Security Architects) and running QBRs
- Ability to work independently in a remote, embedded engagement model with minimal hand-holding
Strong Differentiators
- Trend Micro Vision One Basic or Advanced Certification (TMCP)
- Experience with adjacent Trend AI products: Workload Security, Cloud One, TippingPoint, Deep Security
- Exposure to competitive platforms (CrowdStrike, Microsoft Defender, SentinelOne) — useful for customer conversations and migrations
- MITRE ATT&CK framework knowledge and threat hunting experience
- Experience in OT/ICS/manufacturing environments
- Additional certs: CompTIA SecurityX / CASP+, CCNA, CISSP, or equivalent
Tech Stack
Core (required):
- Trend Micro Vision One (XDR, Endpoint Security, Workload Security)
Complementary (exposure helpful):
- CrowdStrike Falcon, Microsoft Defender for Endpoint, SentinelOne
- Splunk, QRadar, or equivalent SIEM
- Tenable, Qualys (vulnerability management)
- Azure, AWS, GCP (cloud security context)
- SASE/Zero Trust architectures, DLP, CASB
Job Title: Resident Engineer — Trend micro vision one
Location: Remote
Duration: Contract
Job Responsibilities:
- Serve as a dedicated, named Resident Engineer embedded within Trend AI customer environments
- Lead and support Vision One XDR deployments — from initial setup through ongoing optimization and expansion
- Configure and tune Vision One security modules: Endpoint Security, XDR, Workload Security, Intrusion Prevention, Anti-Malware, Web Reputation, Firewall, Application Control, and Log Inspection
- Validate data flow and agent health across endpoints, appliances, and the central XDR platform leveraged by SOC teams
- Troubleshoot deployment issues, perform root cause analysis, and work directly with Trend AI support and engineering teams on escalations
- Conduct QBRs and ongoing customer success reviews; track adoption, performance metrics, and customer health
- Serve as a trusted technical advisor to customer stakeholders, translating complex security outcomes into business value
- Maintain documentation including runbooks, playbooks, deployment guides, and SOPs
- Identify expansion opportunities and work collaboratively with WWT and Trend AI account teams
What We're Looking For
Required
- Hands-on experience deploying and managing Trend Micro Vision One in enterprise environments — this is non-negotiable
- Deep knowledge of EDR/XDR concepts and the broader endpoint security ecosystem
- Customer-facing delivery experience: you've worked directly with enterprise clients, managed relationships, and delivered outcomes — not just internal IT
- Strong communicator — comfortable presenting to C-level stakeholders (CTOs, CISOs, Security Architects) and running QBRs
- Ability to work independently in a remote, embedded engagement model with minimal hand-holding
Strong Differentiators
- Trend Micro Vision One Basic or Advanced Certification (TMCP)
- Experience with adjacent Trend AI products: Workload Security, Cloud One, TippingPoint, Deep Security
- Exposure to competitive platforms (CrowdStrike, Microsoft Defender, SentinelOne) — useful for customer conversations and migrations
- MITRE ATT&CK framework knowledge and threat hunting experience
- Experience in OT/ICS/manufacturing environments
- Additional certs: CompTIA SecurityX / CASP+, CCNA, CISSP, or equivalent
Tech Stack
Core (required):
- Trend Micro Vision One (XDR, Endpoint Security, Workload Security)
Complementary (exposure helpful):
- CrowdStrike Falcon, Microsoft Defender for Endpoint, SentinelOne
- Splunk, QRadar, or equivalent SIEM
- Tenable, Qualys (vulnerability management)
- Azure, AWS, GCP (cloud security context)
- SASE/Zero Trust architectures, DLP, CASB
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Resident Engineer Job Market in Texas
A snapshot from current Texas openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Goldman Sachs38
- Citi7
- Carollo Engineers4
- Thornton Tomasetti3
- WSP3
Top Industries Hiring
- Investment & Asset Management42
- Banking & Financial Services15
- Consulting & Professional Services14
- Construction & Real Estate7
- Technology & Software7
What Texas Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in resident engineer jobs across Texas.
- Active Professional Engineer (PE) license issued or recognized by the Texas Board of Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors
- Bachelor's degree in civil engineering, construction management, or a closely related field
- Experience overseeing construction contracts and reviewing contractor submittals in the field
- Proficiency with project management software such as Primavera P6 or Microsoft Project
- Strong knowledge of Texas Department of Transportation standard specifications and inspection procedures
- Valid driver's license and ability to travel regularly to active construction sites across Texas
Resident Engineer Jobs in Texas: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a resident engineer in Texas?
Becoming a resident engineer in Texas typically requires a bachelor's degree in civil engineering or construction management, followed by licensure through the Texas Board of Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors. Candidates must pass the Fundamentals of Engineering exam, accumulate qualifying experience under a licensed PE, and then pass the Principles and Practice of Engineering exam. Many resident engineer roles with TxDOT and large engineering firms also require demonstrated field construction experience.
Which companies hire resident engineers in Texas?
Employers hiring resident engineers in Texas right now include Goldman Sachs, Citi, and Carollo Engineers, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. Texas's large public infrastructure program, driven by TxDOT project delivery and major municipal transportation authorities in Houston and Dallas, sustains consistent demand from both public agencies and their engineering contractor partners.
Which Texas cities have the most resident engineer jobs?
Dallas, Irving, and Richardson have the most resident engineer openings in Texas. Houston's scale as the state's largest metro drives volume through TxDOT District offices and major port and highway expansion projects, Dallas anchors activity in the Metroplex through freight corridor work and transit expansion, and Austin's rapid growth fuels a steady pipeline of road, bridge, and utility infrastructure contracts.
Are there remote resident engineer jobs in Texas?
Yes, but they're rare. Resident engineer work is fundamentally field-based, requiring on-site presence to observe construction, review contractor work, and document progress. About 7% of resident engineer openings tied to Texas are remote or hybrid as of June 2026, and those positions typically involve office-based plan review, reporting, or quality assurance coordination rather than direct site observation duties.
How can I get hired as a resident engineer in Texas with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is an engineering intern or assistant resident engineer role with TxDOT, which runs structured early-career programs across its district offices throughout the state. Large firms like AECOM and Jacobs also hire field inspection assistants and project controls coordinators as stepping stones. Passing the Fundamentals of Engineering exam early and gaining experience as a construction inspector or materials tester gives candidates a clear edge when competing for junior resident engineer openings.
Where can I find and apply to resident engineer jobs in Texas?
You can find and apply to resident engineer jobs in Texas on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers hiring across the state right now. Search the available roles, identify the ones that match your experience and specialty, and apply directly to the ones that fit.
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