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Job Details: The Role and Impact Join Intel's world-class team as an EDA Tools Hardware Engineer, where you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of silicon innovation. This position ...

EDA Tools SW Engineer

Austin, TX · Hybrid

$173K - $330K/yr

... tools/flows and Physical verification/runsets, Tape-in Verification and IP sign off for test chips ... Direct and coordinate engineering activities, allocate resources effectively, and drive problem ...

DevOps + NOMAD

Austin, TX · On-site

$52.25 - $71.50/hr

... , or similar role. * Orchestration: Hands-on experience with HashiCorp Nomad for scheduling and ... Strong background with CI/CD tools, configuration management (e.g., Ansible, Chef), and monitoring ...

Apple's SOC Silicon Validation Services team is looking for a skilled and curious engineer to help shape the tools that power silicon debug across Apple. We're a close-knit, cross-disciplinary team ...

Apple's SOC Silicon Validation Services team is looking for a skilled and curious engineer to help shape the tools that power silicon debug across Apple. We're a close-knit, cross-disciplinary team ...

Apple's SOC Silicon Validation Services team is looking for a skilled and curious engineer to help shape the tools that power silicon debug across Apple. We're a close-knit, cross-disciplinary team ...

Apple's SOC Silicon Validation Services team is looking for a skilled and curious engineer to help shape the tools that power silicon debug across Apple. We're a close-knit, cross-disciplinary team ...

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How much do tools engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 13, 2026, the average yearly pay for tools engineer in Texas is $102,470.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $77,300.00 and $114,600.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a tools engineer do?

A Tools Engineer designs, develops, and maintains software tools that improve workflow efficiency for engineers, designers, and developers. They create automation scripts, internal utilities, and custom applications to streamline development processes. Their role often involves working with game engines, build systems, CI/CD pipelines, or proprietary tools tailored to a company's needs. Strong programming skills, problem-solving abilities, and collaboration with other teams are essential for success in this role.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a tools engineer?

To thrive as a Tools Engineer, you need strong programming abilities, problem-solving skills, and a background in computer science or related technical fields. Experience with scripting languages (such as Python or Bash), source control systems, and build automation tools is often required, and certifications in relevant technologies can be beneficial. Excellent communication, teamwork, and adaptability help tools engineers collaborate efficiently and respond to evolving project needs. These skills are essential for designing and maintaining robust tools that streamline workflows and improve productivity for development teams.

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Infographic showing various Tools Engineer job openings in Texas as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 85% Full Time, 11% Part Time, 3% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 89% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $102,470 per year, or $49.3 per hour.

Specialist, Electrical Engineer

L3Harris Technologies

Plano, TX • On-site

Full-time

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Job description

L3Harris is dedicated to recruiting and developing high-performing talent who are passionate about what they do. Our employees are unified in a shared dedication to our customers’ mission and quest for professional growth. L3Harris provides an inclusive, engaging environment designed to empower employees and promote work-life success. Fundamental to our culture is an unwavering focus on values, dedication to our communities, and commitment to excellence in everything we do.

L3Harris is the Trusted Disruptor in defense tech. With customers’ mission-critical needs always in mind, our employees deliver end-to-end technology solutions connecting the space, air, land, sea and cyber domains in the interest of national security.

Job Title: Specialist, Electrical Engineer  

Job Req: 36752

Job Location: Greenville, TX

Job Schedule: 9/80 Work Schedule – (Every other Friday is a non-workday.)

Job Description:

  • Design and develop electrical systems for the integration of electronic equipment on military/commercial aircraft and ground stations. The design includes creating system wiring diagrams using the Capital Harness System tool as well as circuit breaker panels, control panels and other items using Computer Aided Design (CAD) tools. Engineer will be responsible for research, systems integration, preparation of engineering drawings, and coordination of design activities with Systems Engineering, Manufacturing, and Production to ensure that designs meet requirements at minimum cost. Engineer will also be responsible for leading and mentoring a team of 2 to 5 entry-level design engineers for the duration of an assigned project. Designs can include development of Avionics Systems, RF, LAN, Data Processing, Sensor Systems, Power Distribution Systems, Electrical Loads analysis, Load shedding scheme to name a few, along with the opportunity to support testing and integration of systems on the aircraft. Electrical design engineers have the opportunity to work on a wide variety of tasks and aircraft systems on various aircraft platforms.

Essential Functions:

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

  • Create and review system wiring diagrams, circuit breaker panels, control panels and other items using CAD (Computer Aided Design) tools, such as Capital Harness or NX.
  • Research and preparation of engineering drawings, and coordination of design activities with Systems Engineering, Manufacturing, and Production to ensure that designs meet requirements at minimum cost
  • Lead a small team of electrical design engineers to implement electronic subsystems by breaking down requirements and work packages, providing drawing status, and budget estimates to platform leads.
  • Train and mentor junior engineers
  • Learn and become familiar with L3Harris Technical Process Specifications and related design practices and methodologies

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s Degree and minimum 4 years of prior relevant experience. Graduate Degree and a minimum of 2 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 8 years of prior related experience
  • Must be able to travel to and from flight line and work in aircraft hangar environments (some positions will require the ability to board/exit aircraft)
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance which require U.S. Citizenship

Preferred Additional Skills:

  • Previous experience in the defense aerospace industry
  • Experience interpreting SOW, requirements and Systems Defintion
  • Knowledge of with CAD and PLM software, including NX and Teamcenter
  • Knowledge of Siemens Capital software
  • Understanding of basic aircraft systems
  • Systems integration experience
  • Leadership experience
  • Experience with Bombardier Global aircraft
  • Active secret security clearance or higher

L3Harris Technologies is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. L3Harris is committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity and maintaining a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or other related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, characteristic or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local laws. L3Harris maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks, where permitted by law.

Please be aware many of our positions require the ability to obtain a security clearance. Security clearances may only be granted to U.S. citizens. In addition, applicants who accept a conditional offer of employment may be subject to government security investigation(s) and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

By submitting your resume for this position, you understand and agree that L3Harris Technologies may share your resume, as well as any other related personal information or documentation you provide, with its subsidiaries and affiliated companies for the purpose of considering you for other available positions.

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