Electrical Design Engineer Jobs in Pennsylvania
Electrical Design Engineer jobs in Pennsylvania are active and in high demand, with strong concentrations in defense systems, power utilities, industrial manufacturing, and building infrastructure across experience levels from entry-level to senior principal. Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, and Allentown are the primary hiring metros, anchored by employers like Lockheed Martin, Siemens, and PPL Corporation, which maintain a lasting presence in the state. The most sought-after specialties include power distribution systems, defense electronics, and AutoCAD or Revit-based building electrical design. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Morgan Construction Management (MCM) provides exceptional construction project management services to our clients in various markets that comprise of government, transportation, educational and religious institutions, housing and commercial. Since 2011, MCM serves its clients in the private and public sectors. MCM manages all phases of projects from programming to implementation and from pre-construction to post construction.
Job Summary
MCM is seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Design Project Manager with extensive knowledge in large scale engineering and construction projects to work with our client's team in Philadelphia. The ideal candidate must be a Licensed Electrical Engineer with a bachelor’s or master’s degree from an ABET-accredited college or university and experience in the building and facilities construction industry. Primarily, this position will involve projects at existing buildings, new construction and associated support facilities. Typical projects include new building systems, improvements to existing building systems, interior modernizations, major renovations and new construction.
Essential responsibilities will include the following:
- Generate and advertise RFPs for the selection of 3rd party design firms.
- Review and approval proposals from 3rd party design firms.
- Manage contracts and approve invoices of design firms.
- Develop scope determination reports for Capital Improvement Projects by assessing fire alarm systems, electrical power systems, lighting, generators, and elevators for both renovation and new construction projects.
- Technical review and approval of design development plans and construction documents.
- Prepare bid specifications and IFBs and provide design support to the Capital Improvement Project Team during bid and construction phases.
- Contribute to the evaluation, restoration, repair design, and preservation of existing historic schools, construction materials, and building systems.
- Engage with the Philadelphia L&I department and other external agencies.
- Coordinate with project stakeholders to ensure constructability of building systems.
- Work with other internal departments (Environmental, Construction, Facilities & Maintenance and Space Planning).
Additional Functions
- Perform related work as required.
- Support development of long-range facilities plans and capital investment strategies.
- Assist in evaluating consultant and contractor performance.
- Participate in special initiatives related to facilities planning, funding, and capital program governance.
- Respond to inquiries from our client's staff, building staff, facilities and community stakeholders regarding capital projects.
Minimum Requirements
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering from an ABET-accredited institution.
- Professional Engineer license in Pennsylvania.
- Minimum of ten (10) years of professional electrical design experience for schools, commercial buildings, facilities, construction, and assessments.
- Knowledge of applicable electrical and building codes, including NEC/NFPA 70, NFPA 72, IBC, City of Philadelphia codes, IECC/ASHRAE 90.1, and other relevant standards.
- Experience with the building permit process in the City of Philadelphia.
- Experience designing electrical systems such as power distribution, lighting, emergency power, fire alarm, grounding, and low-voltage systems.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities as follows:
- Knowledge of Revit MEP and AutoCAD for preparing and reviewing electrical construction documents and technical drawings.
- Familiarity with electrical power distribution, lighting systems, fire alarm systems, emergency power, generators, and low-voltage systems.
- Ability to develop project scopes, technical reports, cost estimates, and documentation for renovation and new construction projects.
- Ability to generate and issue RFPs to third-party design firms and review consultant proposals, drawings, and specifications.
- Knowledge of building renovation and construction processes, including coordination with architectural, mechanical, plumbing, and structural disciplines.
- Familiarity with applicable electrical codes, building codes, and permit processes, including the City of Philadelphia Building Permit process.
- Ability to communicate technical concepts clearly to construction professionals, internal departments, stakeholders, and decision makers.
- Excellent communication and coordination skills to work effectively with project teams, consultants, contractors, and other departments.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Microsoft Project, and related project documentation tools.
Why Join Us?
At Morgan Construction Management, we value our employees and provide opportunities for professional growth and development. We offer a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits package, and a supportive work environment. Join our team and contribute to exciting projects that shape the built environment!
Morgan Construction Management is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Benefits
- 401(k)
- Insurance (Health, Dental, Vision and Life)
- Paid Time Off
Schedule
- 8 hour shift
Work Location: In person
Morgan Construction Management (MCM) provides exceptional construction project management services to our clients in various markets that comprise of government, transportation, educational and religious institutions, housing and commercial. Since 2011, MCM serves its clients in the private and public sectors. MCM manages all phases of projects from programming to implementation and from pre-construction to post construction.
Job Summary
MCM is seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Design Project Manager with extensive knowledge in large scale engineering and construction projects to work with our client's team in Philadelphia. The ideal candidate must be a Licensed Electrical Engineer with a bachelor’s or master’s degree from an ABET-accredited college or university and experience in the building and facilities construction industry. Primarily, this position will involve projects at existing buildings, new construction and associated support facilities. Typical projects include new building systems, improvements to existing building systems, interior modernizations, major renovations and new construction.
Essential responsibilities will include the following:
- Generate and advertise RFPs for the selection of 3rd party design firms.
- Review and approval proposals from 3rd party design firms.
- Manage contracts and approve invoices of design firms.
- Develop scope determination reports for Capital Improvement Projects by assessing fire alarm systems, electrical power systems, lighting, generators, and elevators for both renovation and new construction projects.
- Technical review and approval of design development plans and construction documents.
- Prepare bid specifications and IFBs and provide design support to the Capital Improvement Project Team during bid and construction phases.
- Contribute to the evaluation, restoration, repair design, and preservation of existing historic schools, construction materials, and building systems.
- Engage with the Philadelphia L&I department and other external agencies.
- Coordinate with project stakeholders to ensure constructability of building systems.
- Work with other internal departments (Environmental, Construction, Facilities & Maintenance and Space Planning).
Additional Functions
- Perform related work as required.
- Support development of long-range facilities plans and capital investment strategies.
- Assist in evaluating consultant and contractor performance.
- Participate in special initiatives related to facilities planning, funding, and capital program governance.
- Respond to inquiries from our client's staff, building staff, facilities and community stakeholders regarding capital projects.
Minimum Requirements
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering from an ABET-accredited institution.
- Professional Engineer license in Pennsylvania.
- Minimum of ten (10) years of professional electrical design experience for schools, commercial buildings, facilities, construction, and assessments.
- Knowledge of applicable electrical and building codes, including NEC/NFPA 70, NFPA 72, IBC, City of Philadelphia codes, IECC/ASHRAE 90.1, and other relevant standards.
- Experience with the building permit process in the City of Philadelphia.
- Experience designing electrical systems such as power distribution, lighting, emergency power, fire alarm, grounding, and low-voltage systems.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities as follows:
- Knowledge of Revit MEP and AutoCAD for preparing and reviewing electrical construction documents and technical drawings.
- Familiarity with electrical power distribution, lighting systems, fire alarm systems, emergency power, generators, and low-voltage systems.
- Ability to develop project scopes, technical reports, cost estimates, and documentation for renovation and new construction projects.
- Ability to generate and issue RFPs to third-party design firms and review consultant proposals, drawings, and specifications.
- Knowledge of building renovation and construction processes, including coordination with architectural, mechanical, plumbing, and structural disciplines.
- Familiarity with applicable electrical codes, building codes, and permit processes, including the City of Philadelphia Building Permit process.
- Ability to communicate technical concepts clearly to construction professionals, internal departments, stakeholders, and decision makers.
- Excellent communication and coordination skills to work effectively with project teams, consultants, contractors, and other departments.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Microsoft Project, and related project documentation tools.
Why Join Us?
At Morgan Construction Management, we value our employees and provide opportunities for professional growth and development. We offer a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits package, and a supportive work environment. Join our team and contribute to exciting projects that shape the built environment!
Morgan Construction Management is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Benefits
- 401(k)
- Insurance (Health, Dental, Vision and Life)
- Paid Time Off
Schedule
- 8 hour shift
Work Location: In person
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What Pennsylvania Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in electrical design engineer jobs across Pennsylvania.
- Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or closely related engineering discipline required
- Professional Engineer license or EIT registration in Pennsylvania preferred or required
- Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, or ETAP electrical design software for project work
- Experience with NEC code compliance and Pennsylvania local electrical inspection standards
- Ability to read and produce single-line diagrams, schematics, and construction drawings
- Familiarity with power distribution, low-voltage systems, or defense electronics applications
Electrical Design Engineer Jobs in Pennsylvania: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a electrical design engineer in Pennsylvania?
You typically need a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering from an ABET-accredited program, followed by passing the Fundamentals of Engineering exam to earn Engineer in Training status through the Pennsylvania State Registration Board for Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors and Geologists. After gaining qualifying experience under a licensed Professional Engineer, you sit for the PE exam to become fully licensed. Many Pennsylvania employers require or strongly prefer PE licensure for senior or project-lead roles.
How much do electrical design engineers make in Pennsylvania?
Electrical design engineers in Pennsylvania earn a median of about $110,820 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $77,650 for the lowest 10% to over $167,260 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire electrical design engineers in Pennsylvania?
Employers hiring electrical design engineers in Pennsylvania right now include Eaton, Emerson, and Komatsu, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Pennsylvania's defense corridor around Philadelphia and its power utility sector in the central and eastern regions consistently generate a large share of these openings.
Which Pennsylvania cities have the most electrical design engineer jobs?
Philadelphia, Charleroi, and Pittsburgh have the most electrical design engineer openings in Pennsylvania. Philadelphia leads due to its concentration of defense contractors, engineering consultancies, and utility companies, while Pittsburgh's industrial and technology base drives demand there, and Allentown draws volume from PPL Corporation's regional operations and manufacturing facilities in the Lehigh Valley.
Are there remote electrical design engineer jobs in Pennsylvania?
Yes, but they're limited. Electrical design engineering involves substantial hands-on coordination, site visits, and collaboration with construction or manufacturing teams, which keeps most roles on-site or hybrid. About 0% of electrical design engineer openings tied to Pennsylvania are remote or hybrid as of August 2026. The portions of the role most suited to remote work include design drafting, load calculations, and specification writing, while commissioning and field coordination remain on-site.
How can I get hired as a electrical design engineer in Pennsylvania with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying to new-graduate or co-op programs at large Pennsylvania engineering firms and utilities such as PPL Corporation, AECOM, or Burns Engineering, which regularly bring on junior designers under senior PE supervision. Entry-level titles like electrical designer, CAD technician, or junior systems engineer are common stepping-stone roles. Building proficiency in AutoCAD or Revit and completing the Fundamentals of Engineering exam to earn EIT status through the Pennsylvania State Registration Board gives candidates a clear competitive edge even before accumulating field experience.
Where can I find and apply to electrical design engineer jobs in Pennsylvania?
You can find and apply to electrical design engineer jobs in Pennsylvania on Migrate Mate, which lists current Pennsylvania openings. Find roles that fit your experience and specialization and apply directly.
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