Train Engineer Jobs in Texas

Train Engineer jobs in Texas are among the most active in the country, concentrated in freight rail operations, commuter and passenger transit, and intermodal logistics across one of the nation's busiest rail corridor states. Most hiring is centered in Houston, Dallas-Fort Worth, and San Antonio, where carriers like Union Pacific, BNSF Railway, and Amtrak maintain significant Texas operations. The most consistent openings are for locomotive engineers on Class I freight lines, commuter rail operators, and engineers with hazmat or heavy-tonnage experience. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.

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Overview

Open roles7
Top employerLockheed Martin
Top cityPlano, TX
Cities hiring4
Work type50% Remote
Top credentialSAFe Certification

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NTT DATA
Agile Consulting Manager/Release Train Engineer - Remote US Position
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Agile Consulting Manager/Release Train Engineer - Remote US Position
NTT DATA
Plano, Texas
Data Science
Health Informatics
Healthcare Administration
Remote (US)
SAFe Certification
10,000+

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Lockheed Martin
Xcelerator Release Train Engineer - Level 4
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Xcelerator Release Train Engineer - Level 4
Lockheed Martin
Fort Worth, Texas
Data Science
Health Informatics
Healthcare Administration
$105k - $208k/yr
SAFe Certification
10,000+

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Lockheed Martin
Saber Solution Train Engineer - Level 5
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Lockheed Martin
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Saber Solution Train Engineer - Level 5
Lockheed Martin
Fort Worth, Texas
Corporate Training
Educational Administration
Learning & Development
$123k - $245k/yr
SAFe Certification
10,000+

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Wayne-Sanderson Farms
Train Engineer-Part Time Position
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Wayne-Sanderson Farms
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Train Engineer-Part Time Position
Wayne-Sanderson Farms
Oakwood, Texas
Business Operations
Program Management
Project Management
High school diploma or GED
10,000+

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Infosys
Release Train Engineer
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Infosys
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Release Train Engineer
Infosys
Plano, Texas
Engineering (Non-Software)
Mechanical Engineering
Specialized Engineering
Bachelor's degree
10,000+

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Train Engineer Jobs by City in Texas

Where Texas roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Plano
3 jobs
Fort Worth
2 jobs
Frisco
1 job
Oakwood
1 job

Train Engineer Job Market in Texas

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

Who's Hiring

Lockheed Martin
Lockheed Martin2 open roles
Infosys
Infosys1 open role
NTT DATA
NTT DATA1 open role

What Texas Employers Look For

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

  • Active Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) locomotive engineer certification required
  • Valid engineer license issued or recognized under FRA 49 CFR Part 240 regulations
  • Minimum two years of experience as a conductor or equivalent railroad operations role
  • Completion of a railroad-approved locomotive engineer training and qualification program
  • Ability to pass FRA-mandated vision, hearing, and physical fitness medical standards
  • Familiarity with Texas railroad territories, signal systems, and operating rules preferred

Train Engineer Jobs in Texas: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a train engineer in Texas?

Becoming a train engineer in Texas follows the federal path regulated by the Federal Railroad Administration under 49 CFR Part 240, which requires passing written knowledge exams, vision and hearing tests, and a territory-specific skills evaluation. There is no separate Texas state license. Most candidates start as conductors or utility workers with a Texas-based railroad, complete an employer-sponsored training program, and then qualify for engineer certification on specific rail territories operated by their carrier.

Which companies hire train engineers in Texas?

Texas train engineer roles are posted by Lockheed Martin, Infosys, and NTT DATA and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Texas is home to major freight corridors and commuter operations, making it one of the more consistently active states for engineer hiring throughout the year.

Which Texas cities have the most train engineer jobs?

Plano, Fort Worth, and Frisco have the most train engineer openings in Texas. Houston anchors the market as a major freight and intermodal hub with deep Union Pacific and BNSF operations, Dallas-Fort Worth drives volume through both Class I freight traffic and the Trinity Railway Express commuter line, and San Antonio sees consistent activity tied to its position on key north-south freight routes.

Are there remote train engineer jobs in Texas?

Yes, but they are rare. Train engineering is a hands-on, safety-critical role that requires the engineer to be physically present in the cab, so the vast majority of positions are entirely on-site. About 50% of train engineer openings tied to Texas are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, and those tend to be training coordination or dispatch-adjacent roles rather than active locomotive operations.

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

The most realistic entry path is applying for a conductor or trainee role with a Texas-based freight carrier, since Class I railroads like Union Pacific and BNSF both run structured conductor training programs out of Texas terminals that serve as the direct pipeline into engineer qualification. Starting in a yard clerk, carman, or utility employee role at a Texas rail facility also builds the operational familiarity that hiring managers look for. Holding a commercial driver's license and a clean safety record gives candidates a meaningful edge during the screening process.

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

You can find and apply to train engineer jobs in Texas on Migrate Mate, which lists current Texas openings updated regularly. Search the listings to find roles that match your experience level, territory, and preferred carrier, then apply directly to the ones that fit.

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