Robotics Engineer Jobs in Texas
Robotics Engineer jobs in Texas are among the most active in the country, concentrated in aerospace and defense, automotive and industrial manufacturing, and oil and gas automation, with openings at every level from entry-level controls technicians through principal systems engineers. Houston, Austin, and the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex drive the bulk of hiring, where employers like Lockheed Martin, Texas Instruments, and Schlumberger have deep, lasting roots in the state. The most in-demand specialties are autonomous systems, industrial automation, and robot operating system development. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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A highly motivated robotics or mechanical engineer with a proven track record in robotics and machine automation, eager to contribute to a team focused on designing, developing, and refining automated systems for oil and gas drill floor operations. The role emphasizes improving safety, enhancing efficiency, and ensuring reliable execution of handling operations.
Responsibilities:
- Provide engineering support on mechanical equipment.
- Conceptualize mechanical design solutions.
- Perform stress analysis on mechanical components/systems.
- Produce or check design layouts and detail drawings.
- Create tolerance studies and check design documentation.
- Research and specify purchased component parts.
- Design component and system level test plans and test fixtures.
- Generate engineering reports documenting design/analysis efforts and results.
- Conduct research on robotic hardware and software technologies to create new robotic systems or system capabilities.
- Participate in initial equipment conceptual ideas and development, specifications, and control requirements, for hands free and automated pipe handling and drilling.
- Research, assess, and where necessary design software (optional) and hardware systems for electromechanical equipment or systems, and advanced displays, advanced sensing, robotic platforms, computer vision.
- Research, assess, and where necessary design software (optional) and hardware systems for robotic applications related to the drilling industry pipe-handling activities using robotic platforms, open source or commercial.
- Participate in the definition of scope with vendors for the development of robotic and automated solutions for exclusive use in NOV equipment and rig packages.
- Participate in NOV specification and standards creation for robotic solutions, and release to vendor for quote and technical evaluation.
- Enforce application of NOV standards, and work with vendors during specification, design review, design approval.
- Establish test plans and control test plan execution with vendors and at NOV and customers facilities during installation and acceptance testing and commissioning.
- Configure and validate new automated drilling and pipe handling equipment for deployment onto NOV and customer assets.
Qualifications
- Degree in a related engineering field with practical experience in robotics and/or industrial automation.
- 5 years of proven work experience in the development of machine and mechanical systems.
- Location: 6390 N Eldridge Pkwy., Houston TX 77041.
- Hybrid schedule 3 days in the office / 2 days remote based on need of the business unit.
- Proficient in the following engineering software:
- CAD: Creo, Inventor, and/or SolidWorks
- FEA: Ansys, SolidWorks Simulation, or equivalent
- Ability to read P&ID, electrical and hydraulics schematics and translate into software environments.
Preferred Qualifications / Skills:
- Hands-on experience (e.g., mechanically inclined hobbies, experience in mechanic shop, hands-on with mechanical systems, welding).
- Have knowledge and experience working in or with an ISO and/or API Q1 certified manufacturing facility.
- Working knowledge of industry specifications: API 6A, 7K, and/or 8C.
- Working knowledge and experience of PLC and high-level programming languages such as Java, C, C++, LabView, Siemens, and operating systems such as Linux.
- Working knowledge of robotics platforms and tool kits both vendor specific (such as ABB, Yaskawa, Kawasaki, Kuka, etc.) and vendor independent (such as ROS and ROS Industrial).
- Experience and working knowledge of AC drive systems.
- Experience of hydraulic systems and servo control.
- Experience and working knowledge of programming HMI systems.
A highly motivated robotics or mechanical engineer with a proven track record in robotics and machine automation, eager to contribute to a team focused on designing, developing, and refining automated systems for oil and gas drill floor operations. The role emphasizes improving safety, enhancing efficiency, and ensuring reliable execution of handling operations.
Responsibilities:
- Provide engineering support on mechanical equipment.
- Conceptualize mechanical design solutions.
- Perform stress analysis on mechanical components/systems.
- Produce or check design layouts and detail drawings.
- Create tolerance studies and check design documentation.
- Research and specify purchased component parts.
- Design component and system level test plans and test fixtures.
- Generate engineering reports documenting design/analysis efforts and results.
- Conduct research on robotic hardware and software technologies to create new robotic systems or system capabilities.
- Participate in initial equipment conceptual ideas and development, specifications, and control requirements, for hands free and automated pipe handling and drilling.
- Research, assess, and where necessary design software (optional) and hardware systems for electromechanical equipment or systems, and advanced displays, advanced sensing, robotic platforms, computer vision.
- Research, assess, and where necessary design software (optional) and hardware systems for robotic applications related to the drilling industry pipe-handling activities using robotic platforms, open source or commercial.
- Participate in the definition of scope with vendors for the development of robotic and automated solutions for exclusive use in NOV equipment and rig packages.
- Participate in NOV specification and standards creation for robotic solutions, and release to vendor for quote and technical evaluation.
- Enforce application of NOV standards, and work with vendors during specification, design review, design approval.
- Establish test plans and control test plan execution with vendors and at NOV and customers facilities during installation and acceptance testing and commissioning.
- Configure and validate new automated drilling and pipe handling equipment for deployment onto NOV and customer assets.
Qualifications
- Degree in a related engineering field with practical experience in robotics and/or industrial automation.
- 5 years of proven work experience in the development of machine and mechanical systems.
- Location: 6390 N Eldridge Pkwy., Houston TX 77041.
- Hybrid schedule 3 days in the office / 2 days remote based on need of the business unit.
- Proficient in the following engineering software:
- CAD: Creo, Inventor, and/or SolidWorks
- FEA: Ansys, SolidWorks Simulation, or equivalent
- Ability to read P&ID, electrical and hydraulics schematics and translate into software environments.
Preferred Qualifications / Skills:
- Hands-on experience (e.g., mechanically inclined hobbies, experience in mechanic shop, hands-on with mechanical systems, welding).
- Have knowledge and experience working in or with an ISO and/or API Q1 certified manufacturing facility.
- Working knowledge of industry specifications: API 6A, 7K, and/or 8C.
- Working knowledge and experience of PLC and high-level programming languages such as Java, C, C++, LabView, Siemens, and operating systems such as Linux.
- Working knowledge of robotics platforms and tool kits both vendor specific (such as ABB, Yaskawa, Kawasaki, Kuka, etc.) and vendor independent (such as ROS and ROS Industrial).
- Experience and working knowledge of AC drive systems.
- Experience of hydraulic systems and servo control.
- Experience and working knowledge of programming HMI systems.
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Robotics Engineer Job Market in Texas
A snapshot from current Texas openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Amazon12
- Apptronik7
- The University of Texas at Austin4
- Sanmina3
- Shield AI2
Top Industries Hiring
- Education8
- Science & Research8
- Electronics & Hardware5
- Manufacturing5
- Consulting & Professional Services3
What Texas Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in robotics engineer jobs across Texas.
- Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, or robotics required
- Hands-on experience programming industrial robots such as FANUC, KUKA, or ABB
- Proficiency in ROS or ROS2 for autonomous systems development
- Experience with CAD software, motion planning, and simulation tools like MATLAB or Gazebo
- Familiarity with PLC programming and industrial automation control systems
- Strong background in computer vision, sensor integration, or machine learning applications
Robotics Engineer Jobs in Texas: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a robotics engineer in Texas?
Robotics engineering in Texas does not require a state-issued license for most industry roles, but earning a Professional Engineer license through the Texas Board of Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors strengthens candidacy for senior positions, especially in aerospace and defense. Most employers expect a bachelor's degree in mechanical, electrical, or computer engineering. Certifications from industry bodies like the Robotic Industries Association can provide an additional edge in the Texas job market.
How much do robotics engineers make in Texas?
Robotics engineers in Texas earn a median of about $112,410 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $75,810 for the lowest 10% to over $175,210 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire robotics engineers in Texas?
Employers hiring robotics engineers in Texas right now include Amazon, Apptronik, and The University of Texas at Austin, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. Texas's concentration of aerospace, defense, and energy companies means demand remains consistent even outside traditional tech hiring cycles.
Which Texas cities have the most robotics engineer jobs?
Austin, Dallas, and Houston have the most robotics engineer openings in Texas. Houston's energy and aerospace sectors anchor the largest share of positions, while the Dallas-Fort Worth area draws demand from defense contractors and advanced manufacturing, and Austin's growing tech and semiconductor ecosystem has added a steady stream of automation and autonomous systems roles.
Are there remote robotics engineer jobs in Texas?
Yes, but they're rare. Robotics engineering is inherently hands-on, with most roles requiring physical access to equipment, test environments, or manufacturing floors. About 7% of robotics engineer openings tied to Texas are remote or hybrid as of June 2026, and those positions tend to concentrate in software-heavy sub-disciplines like simulation, motion planning, and ROS development rather than hardware integration or field robotics.
How can I get hired as a robotics engineer in Texas with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is a co-op or internship with one of Texas's large aerospace or defense employers, such as Lockheed Martin or Raytheon, which run structured new-grad programs at their Texas facilities. Candidates transitioning from adjacent roles in mechanical design, controls engineering, or automation technician work are frequently considered for associate robotics engineer titles. Building a portfolio of ROS or embedded systems projects and pursuing a Certified Automation Professional credential can meaningfully offset limited professional experience.
Where can I find and apply to robotics engineer jobs in Texas?
You can find and apply to robotics engineer jobs in Texas on Migrate Mate, which lists current Texas openings across industries and experience levels. Find the roles that fit your background and apply directly to the employers posting them.
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