Architectural Designer Jobs in Pennsylvania

Architectural designer jobs in Pennsylvania are consistently active, concentrated in commercial, institutional, and adaptive reuse sectors, with openings at every level from entry-level drafters to senior project designers. Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, and Harrisburg account for the largest share of postings, anchored by firms and institutions such as Ballinger, BHDP Architecture, and the University of Pennsylvania Health System, all of which maintain lasting design and facilities practices in the state. The most in-demand specialties are healthcare facility design, higher education and civic projects, and sustainable building renovation. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles18
Top employerLarson Design
Top cityPittsburgh, PA
Cities hiring13
Work type60% On-site
Top industryConsulting

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Architectural Designer
Warehaus
York, Pennsylvania
Cloud Architecture
Solutions Architecture
Technical Product & Program Management
Technical Program Management
$60k - $85k/yr
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Architectural Designer 2
Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
Harrisburg, Pennsylvania
Creative & Design
Engineering (Non-Software)
Specialized Engineering
$69k - $105k/yr
Remote (US)
Bachelor's degree in architectural engineering
10,000+

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Architectural Designer
BL Companies Inc
Cranberry Township, Pennsylvania
Civil & Structural Engineering
Engineering (Non-Software)
201-500

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Architectural Designer
Murray and Associates Architects
Harrisburg, Pennsylvania
Creative & Design
Engineering (Non-Software)
Specialized Engineering
$42k - $60k/yr
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Senior Architectural Designer
IPS-Integrated Project Services
Blue Bell, Pennsylvania
Creative & Design
Engineering (Non-Software)
Specialized Engineering
Bachelor's degree in architecture
1,001-5,000

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Architectural Designer Jobs by City in Pennsylvania

Where Pennsylvania roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Pittsburgh
4 jobs
Harrisburg
3 jobs
York
1 job
Lititz
1 job
Towanda
1 job
Blue Bell
1 job
Camp Hill
1 job
Quakertown
1 job
Bethel Park
1 job

Architectural Designer Job Market in Pennsylvania

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

Who's Hiring

Larson Design5 open roles
Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson3 open roles
Saxbys1 open role

Top Industries Hiring

  • Consulting & Professional Services

What Pennsylvania Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in architectural designer jobs across Pennsylvania.

  • Pennsylvania-registered architect supervision or active RA licensure in Pennsylvania required or preferred
  • Bachelor's or master's degree in architecture from an NAAB-accredited program
  • Proficiency in Revit, AutoCAD, and BIM coordination workflows
  • Documented Architectural Experience Program hours toward AXP completion
  • Portfolio demonstrating completed schematic design or construction document sets
  • Familiarity with Pennsylvania building codes and ADA accessibility standards

Architectural Designer Jobs in Pennsylvania: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a architectural designer in Pennsylvania?

To work as a licensed architect in Pennsylvania, you must earn a degree from a NAAB-accredited architecture program, complete the Architectural Experience Program through NCARB, and pass the Architect Registration Examination. The Pennsylvania State Architects Licensure Board issues the license. Many firms hire architectural designers before licensure to support licensed architects, making the AXP a practical bridge between graduation and full registration.

How much do architectural designers make in Pennsylvania?

Architectural designers in Pennsylvania earn a median of about $64,800 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $46,740 for the lowest 10% to over $96,680 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire architectural designers in Pennsylvania?

Employers hiring architectural designers in Pennsylvania right now include Larson Design, Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson, and Saxbys, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Pennsylvania's concentration of healthcare systems, universities, and state government agencies means that institutional and civic project work drives a significant share of consistent openings statewide.

Which Pennsylvania cities have the most architectural designer jobs?

Pittsburgh, Harrisburg, and York have the most architectural designer openings in Pennsylvania. Philadelphia leads because of its density of large architecture firms, hospital expansion projects, and university campus work, while Pittsburgh's continued commercial and cultural development sustains steady demand, and Harrisburg draws postings tied to state government facilities and regional civic institutions.

Are there remote architectural designer jobs in Pennsylvania?

Yes, but they're limited. About 40% of architectural designer openings tied to Pennsylvania are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the fact that much of the work involves site visits, coordination meetings, and hands-on model or document review. The tasks most likely to be performed remotely are schematic design, Revit modeling, and specification writing during early project phases.

How can I get hired as a architectural designer in Pennsylvania with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is applying for a junior designer or architectural intern role at a mid-size Pennsylvania firm while actively logging Architectural Experience Program hours. Large institutional employers such as Penn Medicine, Temple University, and the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania's Department of General Services hire design staff and facilities project coordinators at the associate level. A strong portfolio from thesis work, design competitions, or freelance residential projects, combined with Revit proficiency, gives candidates without full-time experience a concrete edge.

Where can I find and apply to architectural designer jobs in Pennsylvania?

You can find and apply to architectural designer jobs in Pennsylvania on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings across the state. Find roles that fit your experience and specialization and apply directly to each one.

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