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 Cimarron Software Services, Oceaneering, and Johnson Controls. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Location: Houston, TX, US, 77043
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Company: CenterPoint Energy
CenterPoint Energy and its predecessor companies have been in business for more than 150 years.
Our Vision: Our vision is to become the most admired utility in the United States through the execution of our long-term growth strategy. We have an unwavering commitment to safely and reliably deliver electricity and natural gas to millions of people.
Our Commitment: CenterPoint Energy is committed to creating an inclusive work environment where business results are achieved through the skills, abilities and talents of our diverse workforce.
At CenterPoint Energy, individuals are respected for their contributions toward our company objectives. We strive for an inclusive work environment across all levels that is reflective of the available workforce in the communities we serve.
Job Summary
Support the implementation, maintenance, and enhancement of PME and ETAP applications for power system modeling, monitoring, and analysis. Developing new use cases for PMU data
visualization and analysis and supporting the streaming of PMU data to ERCOT in support of reliability, operational, and compliance objectives.
Essential Functions
Assist in the implementation, configuration, testing, and deployment of power system engineering software.
Support software upgrades and validation testing.
Assist with collecting, organizing, and validating engineering data from multiple internal systems and teams.
Work with engineering users to understand workflows, gather business requirements and document enhancement requests.
Assist in user acceptance testing for new software features and system upgrades.
Provide day-to-day support to engineering users by answering questions and resolving application issues.
Help develop reports, dashboards, and data visualizations to improve accessibility of field engineering data.
Participate in projects to expand software functionality and improve engineering workflows.
Assist in evaluating new software features and emerging technologies.
Assist in identifying opportunities to improve engineering processes through software enhancements and automation.
Education Description
Requires a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited college or university.
Experience
Associate Engineer - Electric utility or power engineering internship/co-op experience is preferred.
Physical Requirements
Able to sit, stand or walk for long periods of time.
Able to demonstrate and apply the manual dexterity to operate a personal computer and common office equipment.
Able to communicate either written and verbal communications either in person or through technical equipment such as telephone.
Able to work a varied schedule with projects and deadlines requiring the ability to meet changing demands.
Able to exert up to 10 pounds of force occasionally, and/or a minimal amount of force frequently to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects.
Working Conditions
Required to participate in CenterPoint Energy's Emergency Operation Plan (EOP).
Able to work indoors in an office environment and outdoors with occasional exposure to all weather conditions, equipment, and noise when at field installation sites.
Able to operate a motor vehicle and drive a motor vehicle daily or for extended time periods, in a safe manner.
We want you to know
Being a part of the CenterPoint Energy team is more than a career alone. It's an opportunity to make a positive impact. You will be an integral part of enabling everyday life and the pursuit of possibilities for the customers we serve and the communities we share. The vital services we provide are at the core of making our world work, and by sharing your energy with us, we'll create a better tomorrow together.
What we bring to you
Competitive pay
Paid training
Benefits eligibility begins on your first day
Transit subsidies
Flexible work schedule, paid holidays and paid time off
Access to discounts at fitness clubs and an on-site wellness center at our headquarters in Houston
Professional growth and development programs including tuition reimbursement
401(k) Savings Plan featuring a company match dollar-for-dollar up to 6% and a company contribution of 3% regardless of your contribution
Job Type: Full Time
Posting Start Date: 08/11/2026
Posting End Date: 09/04/2026
This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR §§ 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a), and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin. Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status or disability.
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Who's Hiring
- Cimarron Software Services27

- Oceaneering20

- Johnson Controls20

- Mclaurin Aerospace14

- ECI7

Top Industries Hiring
- Education
- Technology & Software
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 Cimarron Software Services, Oceaneering, and Johnson Controls and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 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 57% of systems engineer openings tied to Houston are remote or hybrid as of August 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 Education and Technology & Software, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 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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