Software Design Engineer Jobs in Oklahoma
Software Design Engineer jobs in Oklahoma are steady and growing, concentrated in aerospace and defense, energy technology, and enterprise software sectors that anchor the state's engineering economy across Oklahoma City, Tulsa, and the Norman corridor. Employers like Boeing, L3Harris, and ONEOK have lasting engineering presences in the state and regularly hire software design engineers at levels from associate to senior. The most in-demand specialties include embedded systems, systems integration, and model-based design. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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The candidate will support projects from preliminary planning through final design, working on commercial, industrial, municipal, and other site development projects. You'll collaborate with project teams, assist with permitting and regulatory requirements, and help develop solutions that balance technical requirements, client needs, and project budgets.
Position Summary:
The Design Engineer will be responsible for design on multiple projects, working with other design disciplines internal and external to PEC to develop engineering solutions for PEC’s Clients. This position will be responsible for preparing design deliverables for a variety of projects while maintaining PEC’s standard of excellence. This position utilizes BIM/CAD software, hand calculations, and computer-based calculations.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Performs engineering design, coordinates with other design staff for construction document and specification production in compliance with building codes, construction administration, and development of reports/studies.
- Performs tasks during construction administration including review of submittals, site investigations, and RFI response under the direction of the Project Engineer.
- Performs design and takeoff computations by hand and by computer software.
- Organizes multiple projects and tasks and completes them in a timely manner, on schedule, and per PEC Standards.
- Organize project information and files according to corporate standard practices and workflows.
- Effectively communicates and coordinates with the Design Team to complete design tasks on numerous projects.
- Other projects and responsibilities may be added at the company’s discretion.
Special Knowledge, skills and abilities:
- Ability to work independently and with others.
- Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
- Strong work ethic
- Experience with computer aided drafting and modeling using industry accepted software
- Experience with codes and regulations, interpreting plans, and design of discipline
Education and Experience:
- Bachelor's degree in an appropriate field of study from an ABET Accredited University is required.
License and Certification:
- Engineer in Training Certification preferred
Work Environment:
PEC values a healthy work-life balance, and we focus on working efficiently and collaboratively to ensure quality and productive work as well as quality time away from the office. The work environment is business casual, friendly, respectful, and team oriented with daily peer interactions regarding work progress, client needs and project-specific technical issues. We strive to create an enjoyable work environment with support and opportunities for positive career growth. Much of the work will be conducted within an office setting with frequent sitting, reaching and manipulation of objects, tools and/or controls. The position requires mobility. Duties involved require moving materials that weigh up to 10 pounds on a regular basis and up to 25 pounds on an occasional basis. Manual dexterity and coordination are required over 50% of the work period while operating equipment such as computer keyboard, mouse, calculator and similar machines. At times, bending, reaching, standing, and walking may be required.
Supervisory Responsibilities (if there are no supervisor responsibilities, put N/A):
- N/A
PEC is an AA/EEO/Veteran/Disabled employer.
The candidate will support projects from preliminary planning through final design, working on commercial, industrial, municipal, and other site development projects. You'll collaborate with project teams, assist with permitting and regulatory requirements, and help develop solutions that balance technical requirements, client needs, and project budgets.
Position Summary:
The Design Engineer will be responsible for design on multiple projects, working with other design disciplines internal and external to PEC to develop engineering solutions for PEC’s Clients. This position will be responsible for preparing design deliverables for a variety of projects while maintaining PEC’s standard of excellence. This position utilizes BIM/CAD software, hand calculations, and computer-based calculations.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Performs engineering design, coordinates with other design staff for construction document and specification production in compliance with building codes, construction administration, and development of reports/studies.
- Performs tasks during construction administration including review of submittals, site investigations, and RFI response under the direction of the Project Engineer.
- Performs design and takeoff computations by hand and by computer software.
- Organizes multiple projects and tasks and completes them in a timely manner, on schedule, and per PEC Standards.
- Organize project information and files according to corporate standard practices and workflows.
- Effectively communicates and coordinates with the Design Team to complete design tasks on numerous projects.
- Other projects and responsibilities may be added at the company’s discretion.
Special Knowledge, skills and abilities:
- Ability to work independently and with others.
- Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
- Strong work ethic
- Experience with computer aided drafting and modeling using industry accepted software
- Experience with codes and regulations, interpreting plans, and design of discipline
Education and Experience:
- Bachelor's degree in an appropriate field of study from an ABET Accredited University is required.
License and Certification:
- Engineer in Training Certification preferred
Work Environment:
PEC values a healthy work-life balance, and we focus on working efficiently and collaboratively to ensure quality and productive work as well as quality time away from the office. The work environment is business casual, friendly, respectful, and team oriented with daily peer interactions regarding work progress, client needs and project-specific technical issues. We strive to create an enjoyable work environment with support and opportunities for positive career growth. Much of the work will be conducted within an office setting with frequent sitting, reaching and manipulation of objects, tools and/or controls. The position requires mobility. Duties involved require moving materials that weigh up to 10 pounds on a regular basis and up to 25 pounds on an occasional basis. Manual dexterity and coordination are required over 50% of the work period while operating equipment such as computer keyboard, mouse, calculator and similar machines. At times, bending, reaching, standing, and walking may be required.
Supervisory Responsibilities (if there are no supervisor responsibilities, put N/A):
- N/A
PEC is an AA/EEO/Veteran/Disabled employer.
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Software Design Engineer Job Market in Oklahoma
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Who's Hiring
- Expleo6
- Northrop Grumman3
- WSB2
- Meta2
- TEEMA2T
Top Industries Hiring
- Technology & Software9
- Consulting & Professional Services4
- Education3
- Manufacturing2
- Construction & Real Estate2
What Oklahoma Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in software design engineer jobs across Oklahoma.
- Bachelor's degree in software engineering, computer science, or a related engineering discipline
- Proficiency in languages such as C, C++, or Python for embedded or systems-level development
- Experience with systems engineering tools including MATLAB, Simulink, or similar model-based design platforms
- Familiarity with software development life cycle methodologies including Agile and iterative design processes
- Ability to obtain or maintain a U.S. security clearance, required by many Oklahoma aerospace and defense employers
- Strong documentation and technical writing skills for design specifications, test plans, and engineering reviews
Software Design Engineer Jobs in Oklahoma: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a software design engineer in Oklahoma?
A bachelor's degree in software engineering, computer science, electrical engineering, or a closely related field is the standard entry point for software design engineer roles in Oklahoma. The state does not require a specific license for most software design engineer positions, though engineers working on systems that cross into traditional engineering domains may pursue Professional Engineer registration through the Oklahoma State Board of Licensure for Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors. Defense and aerospace employers often add a security clearance requirement.
How much do software design engineers make in Oklahoma?
Software design engineers in Oklahoma earn a median of about $118,100 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $75,190 for the lowest 10% to over $169,700 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire software design engineers in Oklahoma?
Employers hiring software design engineers in Oklahoma right now include Expleo, Northrop Grumman, and WSB, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. Oklahoma's aerospace corridor centered in Tulsa and its energy technology sector in Oklahoma City generate consistent demand for engineers with embedded systems and software integration backgrounds.
Which Oklahoma cities have the most software design engineer jobs?
Tulsa, Oklahoma City, and Norman account for the largest concentration of software design engineer openings in Oklahoma. Oklahoma City's mix of energy technology companies and federal agency contractors drives much of the demand, Tulsa's aerospace and manufacturing base supports a dense cluster of systems and embedded engineering roles, and smaller markets benefit from the overflow of engineering work from major employer campuses in those two metros.
Are there remote software design engineer jobs in Oklahoma?
Yes, and more than most fields. About 23% of software design engineer openings tied to Oklahoma are remote or hybrid as of July 2026, reflecting how naturally suited most software design work is to distributed collaboration. The roles most likely to require on-site presence are those tied to classified programs, hardware integration labs, or manufacturing floor environments, particularly in Oklahoma's defense and aerospace sector.
How can I get hired as a software design engineer in Oklahoma with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying to associate or junior software engineer roles at Oklahoma's major aerospace and defense contractors, where new-graduate hiring programs are common. Boeing and L3Harris both run structured entry-level engineering pipelines that recruit from Oklahoma State University, the University of Oklahoma, and Tulsa's engineering programs. Building a portfolio of embedded or systems projects, earning a foundational certification in a relevant tool like MATLAB, or moving laterally from a software testing or systems analyst role are the approaches that open doors most consistently.
Where can I find and apply to software design engineer jobs in Oklahoma?
You can find and apply to software design engineer jobs in Oklahoma on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers hiring in the state right now. Search the roles that match your background and experience level, then apply directly to the ones that fit.
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