Design Engineer Jobs in Pennsylvania

Design engineer jobs in Pennsylvania are active across manufacturing, defense systems, and infrastructure, with demand running from entry-level positions through senior engineers. Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, and Allentown lead hiring, anchored by employers like Siemens, Lockheed Martin, and Lutron Electronics, which maintain longstanding operations throughout the state. The most consistent openings are in mechanical, electrical, and product design engineering, particularly for roles tied to industrial and systems integration work. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles102+
Top employerMitsubishi Electric Power Products
Top cityPhiladelphia, PA
Cities hiring59
Work type51% Hybrid
Top industryManufacturing

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Southland Industries
Senior Design Engineer
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Senior Design Engineer
Southland Industries
King of Prussia, Pennsylvania
Engineering (Non-Software)
Manufacturing Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering
10,000+

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TAIT
Mechanical Design Engineer
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Mechanical Design Engineer
TAIT
Lititz, Pennsylvania
Business Operations
Program Management
Project Management
Bachelor of Fine Arts
1,001-5,000

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Woodstream Corporation
Electrical Design Engineer III, New Product Development
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Electrical Design Engineer III, New Product Development
Woodstream Corporation
Lancaster, Pennsylvania
Engineering (Non-Software)
Product Management
Technical Product & Program Management
Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering

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Andritz
Design Engineer
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Design Engineer
Andritz
Muncy, Pennsylvania
Customer Success
Solutions Engineering & Architecture
Technical Program Management
On-Site
Associate's degree in drafting
10,000+

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Mechanical Design Engineer
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Mechanical Design Engineer
Irwin Car and Equipment - VECOM Division
Irwin, Pennsylvania
Civil & Structural Engineering
Engineering (Non-Software)
$65k - $85k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering

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Design Engineer Jobs by City in Pennsylvania

Where Pennsylvania roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Pittsburgh
7 jobs
Lancaster
5 jobs
Horsham
4 jobs
Freedom
3 jobs
West Chester
3 jobs
Mechanicsburg
3 jobs
Moon Township
3 jobs
Erie
2 jobs

Design Engineer Job Market in Pennsylvania

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

Who's Hiring

Mitsubishi Electric Power Products
Mitsubishi Electric Power Products5 open roles
Southland Industries
Southland Industries4 open roles
CDR Companies
CDR Companies3 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Manufacturing
  • Construction & Real Estate
  • Consulting & Professional Services
  • Human Resources
  • Technology & Software

What Pennsylvania Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in design engineer jobs across Pennsylvania.

  • Bachelor's degree in mechanical, electrical, or related engineering discipline required
  • Proficiency in CAD software such as SolidWorks, AutoCAD, or Creo
  • Experience with product development lifecycle from concept through production
  • Familiarity with GD&T standards and engineering drawing interpretation
  • Strong collaboration skills for cross-functional teams in manufacturing environments
  • Engineer-in-Training registration or Professional Engineer licensure preferred for senior roles

Design Engineer Jobs in Pennsylvania: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a design engineer in Pennsylvania?

Most design engineer roles in Pennsylvania require a bachelor's degree in mechanical, electrical, industrial, or a closely related engineering field. Candidates pursuing licensed work can register as an Engineer-in-Training through the Pennsylvania State Registration Board for Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors, and Geologists after passing the Fundamentals of Engineering exam, with a Professional Engineer license available after gaining supervised experience and passing the Principles and Practice exam.

Which companies hire design engineers in Pennsylvania?

Employers hiring design engineers in Pennsylvania right now include Mitsubishi Electric Power Products, Southland Industries, and CDR Companies, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Pennsylvania's concentration of defense contractors, industrial manufacturers, and energy firms means demand is distributed across the Philadelphia suburbs, Pittsburgh metro, and the Lehigh Valley corridor.

Which Pennsylvania cities have the most design engineer jobs?

Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, and Lancaster account for the most design engineer openings in Pennsylvania. Philadelphia and its suburbs drive volume through defense, pharmaceutical, and advanced manufacturing employers, Pittsburgh's engineering base is tied to robotics, materials, and energy sectors, and the Lehigh Valley draws openings from large industrial and electronics manufacturers with deep roots in that region.

Are there remote design engineer jobs in Pennsylvania?

Yes, but they're limited. Design engineering typically involves hands-on prototyping, lab access, and coordination with production teams, which keeps most roles on-site or hybrid. About 56% of design engineer openings tied to Pennsylvania are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, and those positions tend to concentrate in systems architecture, CAD review, and early-stage concept work that can be done independently.

How can I get hired as a design engineer in Pennsylvania with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is a co-op or internship completed during a Pennsylvania engineering program, since employers like Siemens, Lutron, and defense contractors in the Philadelphia suburbs regularly convert program participants into full-time hires. Candidates without that background should target associate or junior engineer roles in manufacturing quality or drafting, build a portfolio of CAD projects, and pursue Engineer-in-Training registration through the Pennsylvania State Registration Board to signal readiness for licensed professional work.

Where can I find and apply to design engineer jobs in Pennsylvania?

You can find and apply to design engineer jobs in Pennsylvania on Migrate Mate, which lists current Pennsylvania openings across industries and experience levels. Find roles that fit your background and apply directly to the employers posting them.

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