Systems Engineer Jobs in Houston, TX
Systems Engineer jobs in Houston, Texas are in strong demand, concentrated in the Energy Corridor, Greenway Plaza, and the Texas Medical Center, across oil and gas, aerospace, defense, and healthcare technology. Employers hiring right now include Fluor, Kiewit, and Amentum. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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INTRODUCTION
Take your next step with Saulsbury Industries!
LOCATION
Location: Odessa, Abilene, or Houston TX
Type
Full Time
GENERAL INFORMATION/ JOB SUMMARY
Work within the I/E & Control Systems Department. Work on control systems engineering and designs for large industrial projects in midstream gas processing, petroleum refining, petrochemical, and upstream oil & gas industries.
RESPONSIBILITIES/COMPETENCIES
- Act as a control systems engineer for selected projects.
- 10% - Interact with other engineering disciplines, engineering and construction project managers, and clients
- 5% - Provide input to the initial project schedule and support the regular maintenance of project schedules for designated projects.
- 20% - Work process quality review and drawing approval in the capacity of a lead engineer.
- 40% - Responsible for PLC/DCS Programming and HMI configuration.
- 25% - Perform Software Factory Acceptance Tests and Hardware Acceptance Tests for the plant control system.
- Provide man hour and equipment estimates for project proposals.
- Able to work under pressure and coordinate numerous activities.
- Self-motivated with ability to work with others.
REQUIREMENTS
- BS. in Electrical Engineering or B.S. in Engineering with equivalent I/E & control systems experience required.
- 5+ years' experience required, 10+ years preferred.
- Must have Allen Bradley ControlLogix PLCs and Wonderware HMI development experience.
- Delta V Programming experience is a plus.
- Industrial networking experience is a plus.
- Should be a self-learner and willing to go extra mile to accomplish tasks.
- EIT licensure required or the ability to get licensed after joining the company.
- Must have trouble shooting skills.
- Must have commissioning and start-up experience.
- Must be able to travel up to 30% of the time.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills required.
- Record of success working in a team culture
- Professional and ethical
- Strong Computer skills (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
- Well developed, detail oriented organizational skills.
Physical Requirements
- Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
- Ability to stand for extended periods of time.
- Ability to walk the property and laydown yards.
- Ability to carry up to 50 pounds.
Saulsbury is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status.
INTRODUCTION
Take your next step with Saulsbury Industries!
LOCATION
Location: Odessa, Abilene, or Houston TX
Type
Full Time
GENERAL INFORMATION/ JOB SUMMARY
Work within the I/E & Control Systems Department. Work on control systems engineering and designs for large industrial projects in midstream gas processing, petroleum refining, petrochemical, and upstream oil & gas industries.
RESPONSIBILITIES/COMPETENCIES
- Act as a control systems engineer for selected projects.
- 10% - Interact with other engineering disciplines, engineering and construction project managers, and clients
- 5% - Provide input to the initial project schedule and support the regular maintenance of project schedules for designated projects.
- 20% - Work process quality review and drawing approval in the capacity of a lead engineer.
- 40% - Responsible for PLC/DCS Programming and HMI configuration.
- 25% - Perform Software Factory Acceptance Tests and Hardware Acceptance Tests for the plant control system.
- Provide man hour and equipment estimates for project proposals.
- Able to work under pressure and coordinate numerous activities.
- Self-motivated with ability to work with others.
REQUIREMENTS
- BS. in Electrical Engineering or B.S. in Engineering with equivalent I/E & control systems experience required.
- 5+ years' experience required, 10+ years preferred.
- Must have Allen Bradley ControlLogix PLCs and Wonderware HMI development experience.
- Delta V Programming experience is a plus.
- Industrial networking experience is a plus.
- Should be a self-learner and willing to go extra mile to accomplish tasks.
- EIT licensure required or the ability to get licensed after joining the company.
- Must have trouble shooting skills.
- Must have commissioning and start-up experience.
- Must be able to travel up to 30% of the time.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills required.
- Record of success working in a team culture
- Professional and ethical
- Strong Computer skills (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
- Well developed, detail oriented organizational skills.
Physical Requirements
- Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
- Ability to stand for extended periods of time.
- Ability to walk the property and laydown yards.
- Ability to carry up to 50 pounds.
Saulsbury is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status.
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Who's Hiring
- Fluor16
- Kiewit7
- Amentum7
- CenterPoint Energy7
- Audubon Companies6
Top Industries Hiring
- Consulting & Professional Services104
- Energy70
- Construction & Real Estate43
- Manufacturing30
- Technology & Software24
Systems Engineer Jobs in Houston: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a systems engineer job in Houston?
Focus your search on Houston's dominant sectors: energy and oil and gas operations, aerospace and defense contractors near the Johnson Space Center corridor, and healthcare systems tied to the Texas Medical Center. Employers in these industries prize hands-on experience with SCADA, control systems, or large-scale infrastructure. Candidates who can demonstrate work on complex, safety-critical systems and hold a relevant engineering degree stand out in Houston's highly competitive technical market.
Which companies hire systems engineers in Houston?
Houston systems engineer roles are posted by Fluor, Kiewit, and Amentum and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. Houston's hiring base is unusually diverse, drawing from multinational energy corporations and defense primes alongside specialized engineering firms and major hospital networks.
Are there remote systems engineer jobs in Houston?
Yes, but with limits: systems engineer roles that involve physical infrastructure, field equipment, or on-site integration are rarely fully remote, while those focused on architecture, documentation, or requirements analysis can be. About 23% of systems engineer openings tied to Houston are remote or hybrid as of June 2026, with hybrid arrangements most common at technology and defense employers in the Energy Corridor and Greenway Plaza areas.
How can I get a systems engineer job in Houston with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path in Houston is targeting associate or junior systems engineer roles at mid-size energy services firms, aerospace contractors, or healthcare IT departments, all of which hire entry-level candidates and provide structured on-the-job training. Lateral moves from IT support, network administration, or industrial technician roles are a common local stepping stone. A degree in electrical, computer, or mechanical engineering and any internship experience with Houston-based employers strengthens your application significantly.
Which industries hire the most systems engineers in Houston?
The sectors hiring the most systems engineers in Houston are Consulting & Professional Services, Energy, and Construction & Real Estate, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. Houston's concentration of global energy headquarters, NASA's Johnson Space Center, and one of the world's largest medical complexes creates sustained, year-round demand across all three of those sectors.
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