Electrical Project Engineer Jobs in Pennsylvania
Electrical Project Engineer jobs in Pennsylvania are in strong demand, concentrated in the power generation, industrial manufacturing, and infrastructure sectors across a market that runs from entry-level project support roles through senior project management positions. Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, and Allentown drive the most consistent hiring, with established employers like Siemens, Exelon, and PPL Corporation maintaining lasting footprints across the state. The most in-demand specialties are power systems design, substation engineering, and industrial controls. 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 project engineer jobs across Pennsylvania.
- Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or closely related engineering discipline required
- Professional Engineer license in Pennsylvania or eligibility to obtain one preferred
- Demonstrated experience managing electrical engineering projects from design through commissioning
- Proficiency with AutoCAD, Revit, or industry-standard electrical design and modeling software
- Familiarity with NEC, NFPA 70E, and applicable Pennsylvania utility interconnection standards
- Strong communication skills for coordinating with contractors, clients, and regulatory stakeholders
Electrical Project Engineer Jobs in Pennsylvania: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a electrical project engineer in Pennsylvania?
The standard path starts with a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering from an ABET-accredited program, followed by passing the FE exam administered by the Pennsylvania State Registration Board for Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors and Geologists. After gaining qualifying experience under a licensed PE, candidates sit for the PE exam to earn full licensure in Pennsylvania. Most employers treating project leadership roles seriously expect or require that PE credential.
How much do electrical project engineers make in Pennsylvania?
Electrical project 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 project engineers in Pennsylvania?
Employers hiring electrical project engineers in Pennsylvania right now include Cuhaci Peterson, Orbital Engineering, and BBEC, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Pennsylvania's dense concentration of utilities, industrial manufacturers, and large infrastructure contractors means consistent year-round openings rather than purely seasonal demand.
Which Pennsylvania cities have the most electrical project engineer jobs?
Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, and Ambler account for the most electrical project engineer openings in Pennsylvania. Philadelphia anchors demand through its large utility and commercial construction base, Pittsburgh draws heavily from industrial and energy sector employers, and Allentown benefits from its proximity to major power infrastructure and manufacturing operations in the Lehigh Valley corridor.
Are there remote electrical project engineer jobs in Pennsylvania?
Yes, but they're uncommon. Electrical project engineering is fundamentally a site-involved role, with design reviews, contractor coordination, and field inspections that pull engineers on-site regularly. About 33% of electrical project engineer openings tied to Pennsylvania are remote or hybrid as of August 2026. The portions most suited to remote work are early-phase design, specification writing, and client reporting rather than construction administration.
How can I get hired as a electrical project engineer in Pennsylvania with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying directly to internship or new-graduate engineer programs at large Pennsylvania utilities and engineering firms such as PPL Corporation, Exelon, or mid-size EPC contractors headquartered in Philadelphia and Pittsburgh. Adjacent roles like electrical designer, project coordinator, or field engineer technician frequently serve as stepping stones. Passing the FE exam early and building an AutoCAD or design software portfolio signals readiness to Pennsylvania employers before a full PE license is in hand.
Where can I find and apply to electrical project engineer jobs in Pennsylvania?
You can find and apply to electrical project engineer jobs in Pennsylvania on Migrate Mate, which lists current Pennsylvania openings updated regularly. Find the roles that fit your experience and location, then apply directly to each employer through the listing.
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