CAD Technician Jobs in Pennsylvania

CAD Technician jobs in Pennsylvania are concentrated in manufacturing, civil engineering, architecture, and defense contracting, with demand at every level from entry-level drafters to senior design technicians. The busiest hiring markets are Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, and Allentown, where established employers like Lockheed Martin, Arconic, and WSP USA maintain significant operations. Mechanical and civil CAD specialties see the most consistent openings, followed by structural and architectural drafting. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles9
Top employerSAM Companies
Top cityHarrisburg, PA
Cities hiring7
Work type50% On-site
Top industryConsulting

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Susquehanna Civil Engineering
CAD Technician
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Susquehanna Civil Engineering
Added 1w ago
CAD Technician
Susquehanna Civil Engineering
York, Pennsylvania
Compliance & Risk
Environmental Science
Health & Safety
Specialized Engineering
$22 - $38/hr
Hybrid
CAD Certification
51-200

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SAM Companies
Senior Survey CAD Technician
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SAM Companies
Added 2w ago
Senior Survey CAD Technician
SAM Companies
Harrisburg, Pennsylvania
Manufacturing Operations
Quality Control
Skilled Trades
$25 - $35/hr
1,001-5,000

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The EADS Group
CAD Technician
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The EADS Group
Added 3w ago
CAD Technician
The EADS Group
Somerset, Pennsylvania
Healthcare Administration
Maintenance & Repair
Patient Services & Wellbeing
Associate's degree

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Armstrong World Industries
Architectural Specialties CAD Technician Job
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Armstrong World Industries
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Architectural Specialties CAD Technician Job
Armstrong World Industries
Lancaster, Pennsylvania
Maintenance & Repair
Skilled Trades
Technical Program Management
$54k - $63k/yr
Associate's degree in mechanical engineering
1,001-5,000

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Davis-Ulmer Fire Protection
CAD Technician
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Davis-Ulmer Fire Protection
Added 1mo ago
CAD Technician
Davis-Ulmer Fire Protection
Beach Lake, Pennsylvania
Customer Service
Customer Success
Technical Program Management
$20 - $30/hr

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CAD Technician Jobs by City in Pennsylvania

Where Pennsylvania roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Harrisburg
2 jobs
Pittsburgh
2 jobs
York
1 job
Somerset
1 job
Camp Hill
1 job
Lancaster
1 job
Beach Lake
1 job

CAD Technician Job Market in Pennsylvania

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

Who's Hiring

SAM Companies
SAM Companies2 open roles
C
Ccjm1 open role
The EADS
The EADS1 open role

Top Industries Hiring

  • Consulting & Professional Services

What Pennsylvania Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in CAD technician jobs across Pennsylvania.

  • Proficiency in AutoCAD and at least one industry-specific application such as Revit or SolidWorks
  • Associate degree or technical diploma in drafting, design technology, or a related field
  • Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and technical specifications
  • Experience producing 2D drawings and 3D models to ANSI and industry standards
  • Familiarity with GD&T principles and their application in manufacturing or construction environments
  • Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple revision cycles accurately

CAD Technician Jobs in Pennsylvania: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a cad technician in Pennsylvania?

Pennsylvania does not require a state-issued license specifically for cad technicians, so entry typically begins with an associate degree or technical certificate in drafting or engineering design technology from a Pennsylvania community college or technical school, such as those offered through the Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education or community colleges like HACC or Community College of Allegheny County. Employers commonly prefer candidates who hold or are working toward a Certified Drafter credential from the American Design Drafting Association, which demonstrates competency recognized by Pennsylvania manufacturers and engineering firms.

Which companies hire cad technicians in Pennsylvania?

Companies currently hiring cad technicians in Pennsylvania include SAM Companies, Ccjm, and The EADS, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Pennsylvania's deep manufacturing base and large defense and infrastructure contractors mean openings appear consistently across the state, not just in the major metros.

Which Pennsylvania cities have the most cad technician jobs?

Harrisburg, Pittsburgh, and York lead for cad technician openings in Pennsylvania. Philadelphia anchors the most listings, driven by architecture, civil engineering, and defense firms in the greater Delaware Valley corridor, while Pittsburgh's manufacturing and energy sectors fuel strong demand in the west, and Allentown benefits from Lehigh Valley's industrial and logistics base, which draws mechanical and structural drafting work.

Are there remote cad technician jobs in Pennsylvania?

Yes, but they're less common than in purely desk-based fields, since cad technician work often involves coordination with on-site teams, physical models, and proprietary systems. About 50% of cad technician openings tied to Pennsylvania are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting a market that favors in-office or hybrid arrangements. Tasks most likely to shift remote include 2D documentation updates, redlining revisions, and BIM coordination work on established project files.

How can I get hired as a cad technician in Pennsylvania with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is completing an associate degree or drafting certificate at a Pennsylvania community college and then targeting junior drafter or design technician roles at mid-size manufacturing or civil engineering firms in the Philadelphia suburbs or Lehigh Valley. Large Pennsylvania employers in aerospace and infrastructure regularly take on co-op students and recent graduates for CAD support roles, and lateral moves from roles like print room technician, surveying field crew, or estimating assistant are recognized stepping stones. Building a portfolio of AutoCAD and Revit samples, even from coursework projects, gives candidates a clear edge in initial screenings.

Where can I find and apply to cad technician jobs in Pennsylvania?

You can find and apply to cad technician jobs in Pennsylvania on Migrate Mate, which lists current Pennsylvania openings from employers hiring now. Search the listings to find roles that match your experience and specialty, then apply directly to the ones that fit.

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