Research Engineer Visa Sponsorship Jobs in Texas
Texas is a major hub for research engineer hiring, with universities like UT Austin and Texas A&M, national labs such as Sandia and NASA Johnson Space Center, and tech and energy companies across Austin, Houston, and Dallas actively recruiting. Many of these employers have established visa sponsorship programs for qualified research engineering candidates.
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Senior Research Scientist
Agency
Texas A&M University - Corpus Christi
Department
Harte Research Institute
Proposed Minimum Salary
Commensurate
Job Location
Corpus Christi, Texas
Job Type
Staff
Job Description
TAMU-CC is a dynamic university designated as both a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) and Minority-Serving Institution (MSI) with approximately 11,000 students from 47 states and 54 foreign nations. We employ over 1,400 full-time and 2,000 part-time Islanders (including students/GAs). The University attracts highly talented faculty and staff and offers an array of undergraduate and graduate degrees, including doctoral programs. As a member of the Texas A&M University System, TAMU-CC benefits from a range of resources, increased visibility and influence, and opportunities to collaborate in mutually beneficial ways with peers across member institutions and associated agencies.
TAMU-CC’s beautiful campus is located on a 240-acre island on Corpus Christi Bay and was ranked #1 College by the Sea by Best College Reviews. Our natural setting is enhanced by its modern, attractive, and state-of-the-art classroom buildings and support facilities.
PURPOSE
The Senior Research Scientist, under general supervision, leads predictive ecological modeling and associated data analysis to inform ecosystem management and decision-making, engages stakeholders during model development, and mentors students in quantitative ecology.
DESCRIPTION
Functional Area 1: Research
Percent Effort: 60%
- Develops predictive ecological models for natural resources decision making
- Develops and works with spatial and other environmental datasets to support ecological modeling and analysis
- Sources biological, environmental, and related data for use in modeling and analysis
- Analyzes various biological, environmental, and related data using appropriate statistical and modeling techniques
Functional Area 2: Project Development and Management
Percent Effort: 25%
- Develops new research aligned with program priorities in ecosystem science and modeling
- Writes competitive grant proposals to secure external funding
- Coordinates project planning, timelines, and deliverables for funded research activities
- Provides supervision and mentoring for research and technical staff
Functional Area 3: Scientific Dissemination
Percent Effort: 15%
- Works with stakeholders and partners during model development to understand information needs and incorporate feedback into modeling approaches
- Maintains a strong record of publishing ecological modeling research in peer-reviewed scientific journals
- Delivers presentations to scientific audiences as well as to external partners, stakeholders, and other end users of applied ecosystem science
- Mentors undergraduate and graduate students on data analysis and ecological modeling, including supervision of research projects and co-authorship of student-led publications
QUALIFICATIONS
- Ph.D. in an applicable field.
- Eight (8) years of related experience.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Demonstrated ability to develop and apply predictive ecological models using a range of methodologies
- Record of producing open and reproducible science, including sharing data products and scripts in Git repositories
- High-quality publication record in peer-reviewed journals, commensurate with an independent research scientist
- Established track record of successful grant funding as lead PI or co-PI on externally sponsored research projects
- Demonstrated experience mentoring and supervising undergraduate and graduate students in research, including serving on thesis committees and co-authoring student-led publications
- Experience delivering presentations to scientific audiences as well as to external partners, stakeholders, and other end users of applied ecosystem science
- Expertise building Bayesian networks for ecological application
- Expertise working with NetCDF file format
NOTE: Employment may be impacted by the Presidential proclamation issued on September 19, 2025 and the moratorium issued by Texas Governor Abbott on January 27, 2026.
BENEFITS (rules, policies, eligibility apply)
From our generous benefits package and professional development opportunities, to our retirement programs and our commitment to service excellence, the Island University is an engaging and rewarding place to work.
INSURANCE:
- Medical
- $0 - $30 per month for Employee Only coverage after university contribution ($920 value).
- Up to 83% of premium covered by the university:
- Employee and Spouse
- Employee and Children
- Employee and Family coverage
- Dental & Vision
- Life Insurance, Accidental D&D, Long Term Disability, Flexible Spending Account and Day Care Spending Account
DUAL CAREER PARTNER PROGRAM
ON-CAMPUS WELLNESS OPPORTUNITIES
Work Life Solutions:
- Counseling, Work Life Assistance, Financial Resources, and Legal Resources
Tuition Benefits:
- Public Loan Forgiveness
- Book scholarships
- 100% tuition coverage for up to 18 credit hours per fiscal year (other rules may apply).
Retirement:
- Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS) or Optional Retirement Plan (ORP)
- Voluntary Tax Deferred Account/Deferred Compensation Plan
Time Off:
- 8+ hours of vacation paid time off every month.
- 8 hours of sick leave time off every month.
- 8 hours of paid time off for Birthday leave.
- 12-15 paid holidays each year.
All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.
Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.
Job Title
Senior Research Scientist
Agency
Texas A&M University - Corpus Christi
Department
Harte Research Institute
Proposed Minimum Salary
Commensurate
Job Location
Corpus Christi, Texas
Job Type
Staff
Job Description
TAMU-CC is a dynamic university designated as both a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) and Minority-Serving Institution (MSI) with approximately 11,000 students from 47 states and 54 foreign nations. We employ over 1,400 full-time and 2,000 part-time Islanders (including students/GAs). The University attracts highly talented faculty and staff and offers an array of undergraduate and graduate degrees, including doctoral programs. As a member of the Texas A&M University System, TAMU-CC benefits from a range of resources, increased visibility and influence, and opportunities to collaborate in mutually beneficial ways with peers across member institutions and associated agencies.
TAMU-CC’s beautiful campus is located on a 240-acre island on Corpus Christi Bay and was ranked #1 College by the Sea by Best College Reviews. Our natural setting is enhanced by its modern, attractive, and state-of-the-art classroom buildings and support facilities.
PURPOSE
The Senior Research Scientist, under general supervision, leads predictive ecological modeling and associated data analysis to inform ecosystem management and decision-making, engages stakeholders during model development, and mentors students in quantitative ecology.
DESCRIPTION
Functional Area 1: Research
Percent Effort: 60%
- Develops predictive ecological models for natural resources decision making
- Develops and works with spatial and other environmental datasets to support ecological modeling and analysis
- Sources biological, environmental, and related data for use in modeling and analysis
- Analyzes various biological, environmental, and related data using appropriate statistical and modeling techniques
Functional Area 2: Project Development and Management
Percent Effort: 25%
- Develops new research aligned with program priorities in ecosystem science and modeling
- Writes competitive grant proposals to secure external funding
- Coordinates project planning, timelines, and deliverables for funded research activities
- Provides supervision and mentoring for research and technical staff
Functional Area 3: Scientific Dissemination
Percent Effort: 15%
- Works with stakeholders and partners during model development to understand information needs and incorporate feedback into modeling approaches
- Maintains a strong record of publishing ecological modeling research in peer-reviewed scientific journals
- Delivers presentations to scientific audiences as well as to external partners, stakeholders, and other end users of applied ecosystem science
- Mentors undergraduate and graduate students on data analysis and ecological modeling, including supervision of research projects and co-authorship of student-led publications
QUALIFICATIONS
- Ph.D. in an applicable field.
- Eight (8) years of related experience.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Demonstrated ability to develop and apply predictive ecological models using a range of methodologies
- Record of producing open and reproducible science, including sharing data products and scripts in Git repositories
- High-quality publication record in peer-reviewed journals, commensurate with an independent research scientist
- Established track record of successful grant funding as lead PI or co-PI on externally sponsored research projects
- Demonstrated experience mentoring and supervising undergraduate and graduate students in research, including serving on thesis committees and co-authoring student-led publications
- Experience delivering presentations to scientific audiences as well as to external partners, stakeholders, and other end users of applied ecosystem science
- Expertise building Bayesian networks for ecological application
- Expertise working with NetCDF file format
NOTE: Employment may be impacted by the Presidential proclamation issued on September 19, 2025 and the moratorium issued by Texas Governor Abbott on January 27, 2026.
BENEFITS (rules, policies, eligibility apply)
From our generous benefits package and professional development opportunities, to our retirement programs and our commitment to service excellence, the Island University is an engaging and rewarding place to work.
INSURANCE:
- Medical
- $0 - $30 per month for Employee Only coverage after university contribution ($920 value).
- Up to 83% of premium covered by the university:
- Employee and Spouse
- Employee and Children
- Employee and Family coverage
- Dental & Vision
- Life Insurance, Accidental D&D, Long Term Disability, Flexible Spending Account and Day Care Spending Account
DUAL CAREER PARTNER PROGRAM
ON-CAMPUS WELLNESS OPPORTUNITIES
Work Life Solutions:
- Counseling, Work Life Assistance, Financial Resources, and Legal Resources
Tuition Benefits:
- Public Loan Forgiveness
- Book scholarships
- 100% tuition coverage for up to 18 credit hours per fiscal year (other rules may apply).
Retirement:
- Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS) or Optional Retirement Plan (ORP)
- Voluntary Tax Deferred Account/Deferred Compensation Plan
Time Off:
- 8+ hours of vacation paid time off every month.
- 8 hours of sick leave time off every month.
- 8 hours of paid time off for Birthday leave.
- 12-15 paid holidays each year.
All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.
Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.
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Which companies sponsor visas for research engineers in Texas?
Several large employers in Texas have track records of sponsoring research engineers. These include Texas Instruments and AT&T Labs in Dallas, Apple and Dell in Austin, and ExxonMobil and Schlumberger in Houston. National labs like Sandia National Laboratories and NASA Johnson Space Center also sponsor research engineering roles, particularly for candidates with advanced degrees in engineering or applied sciences.
Which visa types are most common for research engineer roles in Texas?
The H-1B visa is the most common visa for research engineers in Texas, as the role typically qualifies as a specialty occupation requiring at least a bachelor's degree in a relevant engineering or scientific field. Candidates with extraordinary ability may pursue the O-1A. Some research engineers at universities or national labs work under J-1 visa or F-1 OPT status before transitioning to employer-sponsored visas.
Which cities in Texas have the most research engineer sponsorship jobs?
Austin leads Texas for research engineer sponsorship activity, driven by its concentration of semiconductor, software, and hardware companies. Houston follows closely due to its energy sector and NASA presence, which generate consistent demand for research engineers in aerospace, materials science, and chemical engineering. Dallas and the greater DFW area also produce significant volume, particularly in telecommunications and defense.
How to find research engineer visa sponsorship jobs in Texas?
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Are there any Texas-specific considerations for research engineers seeking visa sponsorship?
Texas has no state income tax, which affects prevailing wage comparisons under H-1B requirements since the Department of Labor calculates wage levels based on local market data. Research engineers near university corridors like Austin or College Station benefit from strong academic-to-industry pipelines, and employers in those areas often have established international hiring processes. National lab positions may also require additional security clearance steps for foreign nationals.
What is the prevailing wage for sponsored research engineer jobs in Texas?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.