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 roles114+
Top employerInner Circle Agency
Top cityPittsburgh, PA
Cities hiring55
Work type48% On-site
Top industryConsulting

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Omnitech Automation, Inc.
Automated Machine Design Engineer
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Automated Machine Design Engineer
Omnitech Automation, Inc.
Kutztown, Pennsylvania
Business Operations
Customer Service
Customer Success
$80k - $120k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's degree in engineering

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Honeywell
Advanced Mechanical Design Engineer
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Advanced Mechanical Design Engineer
Honeywell
Allentown, Pennsylvania
Engineering (Non-Software)
Mechanical Engineering
Product Management
Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering
10,000+

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TRC WORLDWIDE ENGINEERING, INC.
Structural Design Engineer, Precast Concrete Engineering Group
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Structural Design Engineer, Precast Concrete Engineering Group
TRC WORLDWIDE ENGINEERING, INC.
York, Pennsylvania
Civil Engineering
Engineering (Non-Software)
Bachelor's degree in architectural engineering
201-500

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TRC WORLDWIDE ENGINEERING, INC.
Structural Design Engineer, Precast Concrete Engineering Group
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TRC WORLDWIDE ENGINEERING, INC.
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Structural Design Engineer, Precast Concrete Engineering Group
TRC WORLDWIDE ENGINEERING, INC.
Allentown, Pennsylvania
Civil Engineering
Engineering (Non-Software)
Bachelor's degree in architectural engineering
201-500

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Grothouse, Inc.
Manufacturing Engineer - CNC (Pathway to Design Engineering)
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Manufacturing Engineer - CNC (Pathway to Design Engineering)
Grothouse, Inc.
Germansville, Pennsylvania
Creative & Design
Graphic Designer
UI/UX Design
$26 - $28/hr
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.

Harrisburg
7 jobs
Lancaster
6 jobs
Allentown
5 jobs
Philadelphia
5 jobs
Mechanicsburg
5 jobs
Yocumtown
4 jobs
Erie
3 jobs
Middletown
3 jobs

Design Engineer Job Market in Pennsylvania

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

Who's Hiring

Inner Circle Agency
Inner Circle Agency6 open roles
Eaton
Eaton4 open roles
Chewy
Chewy3 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Consulting & Professional Services
  • Manufacturing
  • Electronics & Hardware
  • Construction & Real Estate
  • Medical Devices

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 Inner Circle Agency, Eaton, and Chewy, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 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?

Pittsburgh, Harrisburg, 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 52% of design engineer openings tied to Pennsylvania are remote or hybrid as of August 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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