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Development Engineer Salary Jobs in Houston, TX (NOW HIRING)

Addison Group

Sr. Developer - Progress

Houston, TX · On-site

$150K/yr

Location Houston - on-site 5 days a week Title Sr. Progress Developer Salary up to $150,000 ... Participate in Agile development, code reviews, and continuous improvement initiatives. Required ...

3D LifePrints

Senior Biomedical Engineer (USA)

Houston, TX · On-site +1

$99K - $137K/yr

... development pathway. This role ideally will have a successful candidate based at our Houston, Texas ... Salary & Benefits * Core working hours 0900-1800, Monday to Friday. * 18 days annual holiday ...

LeoForce

Senior Riser Engineer

Houston, TX · On-site

$140 - $195/hr

Senior Level Salary: $140,000 - $195,000 per year Job Details * Perform conceptual FEED, studies ... development #engineering #autocad #abaqus #feed #orcaflex #riser-analysis #flexcom #orcina #sacs ...

Skyknight Capital

Full Stack Engineer

Houston, TX · On-site

$100 - $125/hr

... Salary: $100,000 - $130,000, commensurate with experience Position Overview We are seeking an innovative and detail-oriented Full Stack Engineer to lead the design, development, and deployment of ...

Socket.dev

Electrical Hardware Engineer Graduate

Spring, TX · On-site

$100 - $125/hr

Assists in architecture development and assessment. Evaluates reliability of materials, properties ... TCP_01 The expected salary/wage range for this position is provided below. Actual offer may vary ...

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Prologis, Inc.

Development Manager

Houston, TX · On-site

$115K - $158K/yr

Research design, construction alternatives, and value engineering opportunities that will drive ... Salary and whole compensation package (bonus target) to be determined by the candidate's location ...

Prologis

Development Manager

Houston, TX · On-site

$115K - $158K/yr

Research design, construction alternatives, and value engineering opportunities that will drive ... Salary and whole compensation package (bonus target) to be determined by the candidate's location ...

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How much do development engineer salary jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 7, 2026, the average yearly pay for development engineer salary in Houston, TX is $91,825.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $75,900.00 and $101,700.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Development Engineer Salary vs Mechanical Engineer?

AspectDevelopment EngineerMechanical Engineer
Required CredentialsBachelor's in Engineering, often with specialization in software or product developmentBachelor's or higher in Mechanical Engineering, with licensure often not required
Work EnvironmentDesign, testing, and development in tech or manufacturing settingsDesign, analysis, and manufacturing in industrial or mechanical sectors
Employer & Industry UsageTech companies, product development firms, manufacturingAutomotive, aerospace, manufacturing, energy sectors

While both roles require engineering degrees, Development Engineers focus on software or product development, often in tech environments, whereas Mechanical Engineers work on physical systems and machinery. Salary differences depend on industry, experience, and location, but generally, Development Engineers may have higher salaries in tech sectors, while Mechanical Engineers are prevalent in manufacturing and industrial fields.

What does a development engineer do?

A development engineer designs, develops, and tests new products or systems, often working with engineering principles, CAD software, and prototypes. They collaborate with cross-functional teams, analyze technical requirements, and ensure products meet quality and safety standards throughout the development process.

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Development Engineer Salary jobs near you
Infographic showing various Development Engineer Salary job openings in Houston, TX as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 82% Full Time, 15% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 92% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $91,825 per year, or $44.1 per hour.

Civil Engineer - Land Development

Kimley-Horn

The Woodlands, TX • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement

Posted 27 days ago

Kimley-Horn rating

8.8

Company rating: 8.8 out of 10

Based on 87 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

66th of 453 rated engineering

Job description

Kimley-Horn's The Woodlands, Texas (TX) office is seeking a Civil Engineer with 4+ years of experience to join their Land Development team! This is not a remote position.


  • Perform site development engineering and project management tasks for residential and commercial projects
  • Projects will include a variety of land development site designs
  • In addition to strong technical experience, other responsibilities will include research, coordination, project management, staff management, cost estimating, permitting for land disturbance and preparation of bid packages as well as technical specifications
  • Assist in monitoring project progress, budgets, and schedules
  • This is an exciting opportunity to work with a team of engineers and designers on a variety of projects
  • You will flourish on both building meaningful internal and external professional relationships
  • You will work closely and collaboratively with other industry leading professionals, various jurisdictions, and contractors

  • 4+ years of relevant engineering design experience
  • Professional Engineering (P.E.) License (or ability to obtain within 12 months)
  • Candidates should have experience with site civil design, permitting, and applicable software applications including hydrology modeling program, storm drainage programs, AutoCAD, and Civil 3D
  • Experience with task management, concept design, and assisting project management tasks
  • Familiar with coordinating with clients, attending client meetings, and overseeing quality standards
  • Working knowledge of AutoCAD Civil 3D
  • Ability to build plan sets and other construction documents
  • Design experience that includes utilities, site layout, drainage, due diligence and permitting

At Kimley-Horn, we do things differently. People, clients, and employees are at the forefront of who we are. Clients know we prioritize achieving their goals and growing their success. Employees know our culture and approach to business are built on a desire to provide an environment for everyone to flourish. Our commitment to quality is only as good as the people behind it— that’s why we welcome and develop passionate, hardworking, and proactive employees. We take pride in how our employee retention, robust benefits package, and company values have led to Kimley-Horn’s placement on the Fortune “100 Best Companies to Work” list for 19 years!

Key Benefits at Kimley-Horn

  • Exceptional Retirement Plan: 2-to1- company match on up to 4% of eligible compensation (salary + bonus) and additional profit-sharing contribution.
  • Comprehensive Health Coverage: Low-cost medical, dental, and vision insurance options.
  • Time Off: Personal leave, flexible scheduling, floating holidays, and half-day Fridays.
  • Financial Wellness: Student loan matching in our 401(k), and performance-based bonuses.
  • Professional Development: Tuition reimbursement and extensive internal training programs.
  • Family-Friendly Benefits: New Parent Leave, family building benefits, and childcare resources.

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About Kimley-Horn

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We are a full-service consulting firm that provides a wide range of infrastructure and land development planning and engineering services to both public and private clients. Though we have more than 6,000 employees in 100+ offices, we pride ourselves on our small company feel. At Kimley-Horn, we do things differently. People--clients and employees--are at the forefront of our business. Clients know we are laser-focused on their success. Employees know our culture and approach to business are built on a desire to see our staff flourish, one and all. Both groups know that with Kimley-Horn, they can expect more and experience better.

Industry

Specialized design services

Company size

5,001 - 10,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Raleigh, NC, US

Year founded

1967

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