Staff Engineer Jobs in Houston, TX
Staff Engineer jobs in Houston are concentrated in the Energy Corridor, Greenway Plaza, and the Texas Medical Center district, with strong demand across energy, aerospace, and industrial technology. Employers hiring right now include Burns & McDonnell, Mariana Minerals, and RINA. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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For more than 110 years, HR Green has been doing more than engineering—we’ve been strengthening communities and improving lives across the country. Our longevity speaks for itself, but our people speak louder: we’re proud to be recognized as a Great Place to Work and ranked #168 on ENR’s 2025 Top 500 Design Firms.
If you’re ready to join a company where your ideas matter, your growth is prioritized, and your work leaves a lasting impact, this is the place for you.
Summary
This is a great opportunity for a Transportation Engineer to work with a dynamic team on complex transportation projects. You will be working side-by-side with a team of knowledgeable engineers and professionals in an environment that fosters collaboration and career development. If you are looking to work with a company that will provide mentorship, technical guidance and comradery, keep reading to learn more about this exciting opportunity!
What will you be doing?
- Working as part of a team as well as independently in learning, evaluating, and applying engineering principles, standards, and criteria.
- Assist in the planning and design of drinking water and wastewater projects.
- Assist in the development of complete plan sets, specifications and reports for drinking water and wastewater projects.
- Conducts field visits as necessary for various projects.
- Communicate effectively and coordinate with project team members including but not limited to CAD designers and other engineers.
- May be required to work at client office locations as extension of Client staff.
What are we looking for?
- A candidate with a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree from an accredited four-year or graduate engineering university in relevant discipline.
- A candidate with 0 to 5 years of relevant engineering experience.
- A candidate with proficient knowledge of office software (Word, Excel, etc.).
- A candidate with knowledge and familiarity in AutoCad and Microstation preferred, knowledge and familiarity with Civil 3D or OpenRoads is a plus.
Why join HR Green?
- It’s your chance to join one of the country’s longest operating engineering firms and a leader in local markets in design engineering and construction with over 700 employees in 22 offices around the nation.
- Not only does HR Green provide you with a place to grow, thrive, and enjoy your work, but we are also dedicated to delivering a comprehensive and multi-faceted benefits package. Visit our website for detailed total rewards information. https://www.hrgreen.com/careers/total-rewards/
- CLICK HERE to find out why our employees chose HR Green.
HR Green is proud to be an affirmative action/ equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, or other classification protected by applicable federal, state or local law.
Build the Future. Shape Communities. Love Your Career.
Join HR Green—Where Your Work Truly Matters.
For more than 110 years, HR Green has been doing more than engineering—we’ve been strengthening communities and improving lives across the country. Our longevity speaks for itself, but our people speak louder: we’re proud to be recognized as a Great Place to Work and ranked #168 on ENR’s 2025 Top 500 Design Firms.
If you’re ready to join a company where your ideas matter, your growth is prioritized, and your work leaves a lasting impact, this is the place for you.
Summary
This is a great opportunity for a Transportation Engineer to work with a dynamic team on complex transportation projects. You will be working side-by-side with a team of knowledgeable engineers and professionals in an environment that fosters collaboration and career development. If you are looking to work with a company that will provide mentorship, technical guidance and comradery, keep reading to learn more about this exciting opportunity!
What will you be doing?
- Working as part of a team as well as independently in learning, evaluating, and applying engineering principles, standards, and criteria.
- Assist in the planning and design of drinking water and wastewater projects.
- Assist in the development of complete plan sets, specifications and reports for drinking water and wastewater projects.
- Conducts field visits as necessary for various projects.
- Communicate effectively and coordinate with project team members including but not limited to CAD designers and other engineers.
- May be required to work at client office locations as extension of Client staff.
What are we looking for?
- A candidate with a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree from an accredited four-year or graduate engineering university in relevant discipline.
- A candidate with 0 to 5 years of relevant engineering experience.
- A candidate with proficient knowledge of office software (Word, Excel, etc.).
- A candidate with knowledge and familiarity in AutoCad and Microstation preferred, knowledge and familiarity with Civil 3D or OpenRoads is a plus.
Why join HR Green?
- It’s your chance to join one of the country’s longest operating engineering firms and a leader in local markets in design engineering and construction with over 700 employees in 22 offices around the nation.
- Not only does HR Green provide you with a place to grow, thrive, and enjoy your work, but we are also dedicated to delivering a comprehensive and multi-faceted benefits package. Visit our website for detailed total rewards information. https://www.hrgreen.com/careers/total-rewards/
- CLICK HERE to find out why our employees chose HR Green.
HR Green is proud to be an affirmative action/ equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, or other classification protected by applicable federal, state or local law.
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Top Industries Hiring
- Consulting & Professional Services
- Medical Devices
Staff Engineer Jobs in Houston: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a staff engineer job in Houston?
Focus your search on the Energy Corridor and Greenway Plaza, where the highest concentration of staff engineer openings sits across oil and gas, industrial automation, and aerospace. Large operators and EPC firms dominate hiring, so experience with systems integration, technical leadership, or cross-functional project ownership stands out. Candidates who can point to complex capital project work or reliability engineering in Houston's industrial sectors move fastest through hiring pipelines here.
Which companies hire staff engineers in Houston?
Employers hiring staff engineers in Houston right now include Burns & McDonnell, Mariana Minerals, and RINA, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Houston's hiring mix leans heavily toward major energy operators, defense contractors, and large integrated engineering firms with regional headquarters or significant project offices in the city.
Are there remote staff engineer jobs in Houston?
Yes, though availability varies by specialty. Hands-on, field, or plant-based staff engineer roles are rarely remote, while software-adjacent, systems, or data engineering roles offer more flexibility. About 83% of staff engineer openings tied to Houston are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and among those, roles in IT infrastructure and software systems at Houston's energy-tech and healthcare firms account for a notable share.
How can I get a staff engineer job in Houston with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path in Houston is through junior or associate engineer roles at EPC firms or large energy operators, which run structured rotational or early-career programs and promote from within. Houston's petrochemical and aerospace sectors also hire engineers into project support and reliability roles that build toward staff-level scope. Internships with major Houston-based operators and contractors are among the strongest doors into full-time positions here.
Which industries hire the most staff engineers in Houston?
Houston staff engineer roles concentrate in Consulting & Professional Services and Medical Devices, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Houston's identity as a global energy hub drives outsized demand in oil and gas, refining, and related industrial sectors, while the Texas Medical Center and growing aerospace presence add significant hiring volume beyond the traditional energy corridor.
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