Test Engineer Jobs in Texas

Test Engineer jobs in Texas are in strong demand, with hiring concentrated in aerospace and defense, semiconductor manufacturing, software and systems development, and industrial automation across seniority levels from entry-level QA roles through principal and staff engineers. Austin, Dallas-Fort Worth, and Houston anchor the market, where established employers such as Texas Instruments, Lockheed Martin, and Dell Technologies maintain large engineering workforces. The most sought-after specialties are embedded systems testing, automated test equipment, and software QA in cloud-native environments. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles147+
Top employerApple
Top cityAustin, TX
Cities hiring25
Work type95% On-site
Top industryElectronics

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Smart IT Frame LLC
IVR CYRA Test Engineer
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Smart IT Frame LLC
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IVR CYRA Test Engineer
Smart IT Frame LLC
Plano, Texas
Quality Assurance & Testing (QA Testing)
Software Engineering
On-Site
None

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Wipro
Test Engineer L1
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Test Engineer L1
Wipro
Austin, Texas
Quality Assurance & Testing (QA Testing)
$25k - $50k/yr
On-Site
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10,000+

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SMS InfoComm Corporation
In-Circuit Test Engineer
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In-Circuit Test Engineer
SMS InfoComm Corporation
Grapevine, Texas
Specialized Engineering
Electrical Engineering
Quality Control
Manufacturing Operations
Engineering (Non-Software)
On-Site
Bachelor's

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Wipro
Test Engineer L1
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Wipro
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Test Engineer L1
Wipro
Austin, Texas
Quality Assurance & Testing (QA Testing)
$25k - $50k/yr
On-Site
None
10,000+

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LTIMindtree
Automation Test Engineer
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Automation Test Engineer
LTIMindtree
Irving, Texas
Quality Assurance & Testing (QA Testing)
Software Engineering
Automation QA
$80k - $120k/yr
On-Site
None
10,000+

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Test Engineer Jobs by City in Texas

Where Texas roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Austin
53 jobs
Richardson
18 jobs
Dallas
13 jobs
Houston
10 jobs
Carrollton
8 jobs
Plano
8 jobs
Midland
6 jobs
Sherman
6 jobs
Coppell
3 jobs

Test Engineer Job Market in Texas

A snapshot from current Texas openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

  • Apple
    Apple17
  • Celestica
    Celestica14
  • Sanmina
    Sanmina8
  • AST SpaceMobile
    AST SpaceMobile6
  • Coherent
    Coherent6

Top Industries Hiring

  • Electronics & Hardware64
  • Technology & Software28
  • Manufacturing21
  • Consulting & Professional Services11
  • Telecommunications8

What Texas Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in test engineer jobs across Texas.

  • Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, or a related technical field
  • Hands-on experience developing and executing automated test scripts or frameworks
  • Proficiency with test management and defect tracking tools such as JIRA or TestRail
  • Familiarity with hardware-in-the-loop or embedded systems testing environments
  • Experience with scripting languages such as Python, Java, or C++ for test automation
  • Strong documentation skills for test plans, test cases, and defect reports

Test Engineer Jobs in Texas: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a test engineer in Texas?

Most test engineer roles in Texas require a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, computer science, or a closely related field. Texas does not issue a state-specific license for test engineers, so hiring decisions hinge on technical credentials such as ISTQB certification or relevant vendor certifications in tools like Selenium or LabVIEW. Building a portfolio of test automation projects and gaining hands-on experience through internships at Texas-based manufacturers or tech companies strengthens a candidacy significantly.

Which companies hire test engineers in Texas?

Employers hiring test engineers in Texas right now include Apple, Celestica, and Sanmina, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. Texas's concentration of aerospace primes, semiconductor fabs, and enterprise software companies means demand for test engineers stays consistent across the state throughout the year.

Which Texas cities have the most test engineer jobs?

Austin, Richardson, and Dallas have the most test engineer openings in Texas. Austin's dense software and semiconductor industry drives high volume there, Dallas-Fort Worth's mix of defense contractors and corporate tech campuses sustains strong demand, and Houston's aerospace and energy-technology sector adds a steady stream of hardware and systems test roles.

Are there remote test engineer jobs in Texas?

Yes, though availability varies by specialization. About 5% of test engineer openings tied to Texas are remote or hybrid as of June 2026, reflecting the role's split nature. Software QA and automation engineering roles tend to be the most remote-friendly, while hardware, embedded systems, and lab-based test roles typically require on-site presence at a facility or test bench.

How can I get hired as a test engineer in Texas with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is applying for QA analyst, test technician, or junior software QA roles, which Texas-based employers such as Dell Technologies, Texas Instruments, and mid-size Austin software firms post as structured entry points. Building a portfolio of automation scripts on GitHub and earning an ISTQB Foundation certification gives candidates a concrete credential to show. Many applicants also move laterally from adjacent roles such as technical support or systems analyst positions within the same company.

Where can I find and apply to test engineer jobs in Texas?

You can find and apply to test engineer jobs in Texas on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings tied to Texas employers. Find the roles that fit your background and apply directly to the ones that match.

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