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Smart Design Jobs in Texas (NOW HIRING)

This individual will drive roadmap development for CAD, EDA, smart design methodologies, and PDK automation while optimizing engineering productivity. What You'll Do Design Enablement Strategy ...

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Utilize 3D and/or smart design software for substation design. * Demonstrate knowledge of quality control procedures to ensure the highest standards of workmanship. * Take personal responsibility for ...

Delivering smart design integrated with artistic works and natural spaces, Billingsley Company's developments are life-enhancing communities in which to work, live, play, shop and dine. Combining its ...

Make Ready Technician

The Colony, TX

$18.75 - $24.25/hr

Delivering smart design integrated with artistic works and natural spaces, Billingsley Company's developments are life-enhancing communities in which to work, live, play, shop and dine. Combining its ...

Delivering smart design integrated with artistic works and natural spaces, Billingsley Company's developments are life-enhancing communities in which to work, live, play, shop and dine. Combining its ...

Groundskeeper/Porter

The Colony, TX

$14.25 - $16.75/hr

Delivering smart design integrated with artistic works and natural spaces, Billingsley Company's developments are life-enhancing communities in which to work, live, play, shop and dine. Combining its ...

Groundskeeper/Porter

The Colony, TX · On-site

$14.25 - $16.75/hr

Delivering smart design integrated with artistic works and natural spaces, Billingsley Company's developments are life-enhancing communities in which to work, live, play, shop and dine. Combining its ...

Leasing Consultant

Dallas, TX

$16.25 - $19.25/hr

Delivering smart design integrated with artistic works and natural spaces, Billingsley Company's developments are life-enhancing communities in which to work, live, play, shop and dine. Combining its ...

Make Ready Technician

The Colony, TX · On-site

$18.75 - $24.25/hr

Delivering smart design integrated with artistic works and natural spaces, Billingsley Company's developments are life-enhancing communities in which to work, live, play, shop and dine. Combining its ...

Leasing Consultant

Dallas, TX · On-site

$16.25 - $19.25/hr

Delivering smart design integrated with artistic works and natural spaces, Billingsley Company's developments are life-enhancing communities in which to work, live, play, shop and dine. Combining its ...

... smart home, industrial IoT, and smart cities markets. Learn more at www.silabs.com. Meet the Team ... Design, model, and verify digital blocks for low-power wireless products. * Develop RTL ...

... smart home, industrial IoT, and smart cities markets. Learn more atwww.silabs.com. Meet the Team ... Design, model, and verify digital blocks for low-power wireless products. * Develop RTL ...

As a Smart Home Consultant, you'll guide residential customers in designing a home setup that helps ... Advise customers on the best system design and setup to support their safety goals. * Continuous ...

As a Smart Home Consultant, you'll guide residential customers in designing a home setup that helps ... Advise customers on the best system design and setup to support their safety goals. * Continuous ...

As a Smart Home Consultant, you'll guide residential customers in designing a home setup that helps ... Advise customers on the best system design and setup to support their safety goals. * Continuous ...

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How much do smart design jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 25, 2026, the average yearly pay for smart design in Texas is $110,634.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $102,500.00 and $118,800.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Smart Design vs Graphic Designer?

AspectSmart DesignGraphic Designer
CredentialsTypically requires a degree in design, marketing, or related fieldsUsually holds a degree or certification in graphic design or visual arts
Work EnvironmentCollaborates with marketing, branding, and product teams in various industriesWorks mainly on visual content creation for print and digital media
Industry UsageUsed across marketing, branding, and product development sectorsPrimarily in advertising, publishing, and media companies
Common Search/ComparisonOften compared for design strategy and branding expertiseCompared for visual creativity and technical skills

Smart Design and Graphic Designer roles share common credentials and work environments, but Smart Design emphasizes strategic branding and user experience, while Graphic Designers focus on visual content creation. Understanding these differences helps in choosing the right career path or job search focus.

What are popular job titles related to Smart Design jobs in Texas? For Smart Design jobs in Texas, the most frequently searched job titles are:
Infographic showing various Smart Design job openings in Texas as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 89% Full Time, 8% Part Time, 2% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 87% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 10% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $110,634 per year, or $53.2 per hour.
Director of Design Enablement

Director of Design Enablement

Diodes Inc

Plano, TX • On-site

Full-time

Posted 2 days ago


Job description

About the Role

Director, Design Enablement

  • Location: Dallas TX (USA)
    Organization: Technology Development

We are seeking an experienced semiconductor leader to build and lead our global Design Enablement organization responsible for CAD infrastructure and design support, EDA methodologies, Process Design Kit (PDK) and design automation, licensing management, and engineering productivity initiatives. This role will provide strategic and technical leadership across all phases of design enablement, from technology onboarding through production tape-out support. The position will lead worldwide teams supporting analog, mixed-signal, power, BCD, high-voltage, and emerging semiconductor technologies. The role combines deep hands-on expertise, organizational leadership, vendor management, and business acumen.

This individual will drive roadmap development for CAD, EDA, smart design methodologies, and PDK automation while optimizing engineering productivity.

What You’ll Do

Design Enablement Strategy & Leadership

  • Define and execute the corporate Design Enablement strategy across global engineering organizations.
  • Develop long-term roadmaps for CAD, EDA methodologies, PDK automation, design infrastructure, and AI-driven engineering productivity.
  • Establish best-in-class design environments supporting analog, mixed-signal, power, BCD, HV, and advanced process technologies.
  • Partner with Design, Technology Development, and IT organizations to align infrastructure investments with business objectives.

EDA Methodology & CAD Infrastructure

  • Lead deployment, qualification, support, and optimization of enterprise EDA environments.
  • Define and maintain design flows
  • Own compute infrastructure and license servers/deployment frameworks
  • Drive standardization of design methodologies across all sites and business units.

PDK Development & Automation

  • Lead development, customization, qualification, and maintenance of internal and foundry PDKs.
  • Build automated frameworks and ensure successful enablement of new process technologies and foundry platforms.
  • Collaborate closely with process teams and foundry partners.

Design Automation & AI

  • Lead development of automation solutions.
  • Drive adoption of AI/ML and Generative AI technologies to improve engineering productivity and design quality.
  • Develop data analytics and workflow automation platforms for engineering organizations.
  • Create continuous integration and validation frameworks for design enablement.

EDA-Vendor & Licensing Management

  • Own strategic relationships with EDA vendors including Cadence, Synopsys, Siemens EDA, Ansys, and other ecosystem partners.
  • Negotiate enterprise-wide licensing and technical support agreements/contracts
  • Manage annual EDA budgets and software investments.
  • Drive license optimization and utilization initiatives to maximize ROI.
  • Serve as executive interface for vendor escalations and technology roadmap alignment.

Global Team Leadership

  • Lead a worldwide team of CAD, EDA, PDK, and automation engineers.
  • Build a high-performance engineering organization across multiple regions.
  • Develop technical talent, career paths, and succession plans.
  • Manage internal resources, offshore teams, contractors, and consulting partners.
  • Establish metrics and KPIs to measure support effectiveness, design productivity, and infrastructure utilization.
Who You Are
  • 15+ years of hands-on semiconductor design enablement experiences in CAD, EDA, PDK, and design automation
  • 10+ years of leadership experience managing global engineering organizations
  • Proven track record leading worldwide CAD, methodology, infrastructure, or design enablement teams.
  • Demonstrated success managing multi-million-dollar EDA budgets and licensing agreements.

Ideal Candidate Profile

The ideal candidate is a recognized semiconductor design enablement leader who combines deep technical expertise in CAD, EDA, PDK development, and automation with strong business leadership skills. They will have successfully built and managed global organizations, negotiated complex EDA licensing agreements, and delivered productivity improvements through automation, infrastructure modernization, and methodology innovation. They are equally comfortable working with executive leadership, foundry partners, EDA vendors, and hands-on engineering teams to accelerate innovation and enable future semiconductor technology platforms.

Core Competencies

  • Required: Fluent in English (written and spoken)

  • Mandarin a plus, but not required

Life at Diodes

Diodes Incorporated delivers advanced analog and power semiconductor solutions to the world’s leading technology companies, driving innovation, efficiency, and performance across high‑growth markets. Our teams collaborate across engineering, manufacturing, and corporate functions in a fast‑paced, transparent culture guided by Integrity, Commitment, and Innovation.

We design reliable technology that improves the world—while prioritizing sustainability, safety, and employee well‑being.

Our Vision: Inspire future technology through leading semiconductor solutions.

Diodes Incorporated is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.