Engineering Design Manager Jobs in Pennsylvania
Engineering Design Manager jobs in Pennsylvania are consistently active, with strong demand concentrated in aerospace and defense, industrial manufacturing, energy infrastructure, and advanced materials sectors at every level from project engineer through senior director. Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, and the Greater Lehigh Valley are the state's primary hiring centers, where anchors like Lockheed Martin, Siemens, and Air Products maintain large engineering design teams. The most sought-after specialties include systems engineering management, mechanical design leadership, and electrical design oversight for both defense and industrial applications. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Our entry-level Structural Design Engineer position is designed with future P.E.'s in mind. Our focus is on providing you with practical on-the-job learning that will develop your technical problem-solving skills and foster your professional development.
During your training, you will develop a deeper understanding of:
- How a building is put together, before the designing begins. There are many trades involved in the process (general contractors, architects, owners, etc.) along with real-time problem-solving.
- How precast pieces are made. By visiting a client site, you will see first-hand how everything needs to fit together and perform its function.
- Engineering and drafting of wall panels, double T’s, cladding systems, lateral systems etc.
- In your 4th year, you will be prepared to sit for the Professional Engineer examination. We encourage exam preparation courses and cover the cost of courses and exam fees.
What will your day-to-day experience be like? A Structural Design Engineer's essential responsibilities will include, but not be limited to:
- Structural design of precast/prestressed concrete products and connections for large commercial buildings such as stadiums/arenas, parking garages, dormitories, apartments, etc.
- Performing basic calculations, learning codes and standards to complete assignments
- Checking of drawings, coordination with clients, architects, other engineers, general contractors
- Working as part of a project team to provide high quality and on-time deliverables.
- Maintaining internal team needs as well as external client relationships.
Requirements
- B.S. in Civil or Architectural Engineering, with Structural coursework, from an ABET accredited university.
- Passed the FE exam. EIT certification is required upon hire.
To be successful in this role, engineers will need the following skills and attributes:
- Be able to adjust to varying demands of work, managing responsibilities and meeting deadlines.
- Communicate effectively by presenting ideas clearly and in a professional manner, both orally and in writing.
- Apply logical thinking and data analysis skills to identify and solve engineering design challenges.
- Be receptive to and accepting of guidance and direction from others.
- Independently seek expertise, advice, and perspectives from a variety of sources.
- Competency using Revit, AutoCAD and/or related programs.
About Our Company
SERVICE I INNOVATION I QUALITY
We believe that teamwork and diversity result in design solutions tailored to meet each client’s goals. Through experience, our clients know TRC doesn’t simply complete the project, but also builds strong, long-term relationships.
Compensation & Benefits
TRC Worldwide Engineering is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants and employees will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
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Our entry-level Structural Design Engineer position is designed with future P.E.'s in mind. Our focus is on providing you with practical on-the-job learning that will develop your technical problem-solving skills and foster your professional development.
During your training, you will develop a deeper understanding of:
- How a building is put together, before the designing begins. There are many trades involved in the process (general contractors, architects, owners, etc.) along with real-time problem-solving.
- How precast pieces are made. By visiting a client site, you will see first-hand how everything needs to fit together and perform its function.
- Engineering and drafting of wall panels, double T’s, cladding systems, lateral systems etc.
- In your 4th year, you will be prepared to sit for the Professional Engineer examination. We encourage exam preparation courses and cover the cost of courses and exam fees.
What will your day-to-day experience be like? A Structural Design Engineer's essential responsibilities will include, but not be limited to:
- Structural design of precast/prestressed concrete products and connections for large commercial buildings such as stadiums/arenas, parking garages, dormitories, apartments, etc.
- Performing basic calculations, learning codes and standards to complete assignments
- Checking of drawings, coordination with clients, architects, other engineers, general contractors
- Working as part of a project team to provide high quality and on-time deliverables.
- Maintaining internal team needs as well as external client relationships.
Requirements
- B.S. in Civil or Architectural Engineering, with Structural coursework, from an ABET accredited university.
- Passed the FE exam. EIT certification is required upon hire.
To be successful in this role, engineers will need the following skills and attributes:
- Be able to adjust to varying demands of work, managing responsibilities and meeting deadlines.
- Communicate effectively by presenting ideas clearly and in a professional manner, both orally and in writing.
- Apply logical thinking and data analysis skills to identify and solve engineering design challenges.
- Be receptive to and accepting of guidance and direction from others.
- Independently seek expertise, advice, and perspectives from a variety of sources.
- Competency using Revit, AutoCAD and/or related programs.
About Our Company
SERVICE I INNOVATION I QUALITY
We believe that teamwork and diversity result in design solutions tailored to meet each client’s goals. Through experience, our clients know TRC doesn’t simply complete the project, but also builds strong, long-term relationships.
Compensation & Benefits
TRC Worldwide Engineering is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants and employees will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
We participate in E-Verify
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The qualifications that appear most often in engineering design manager jobs across Pennsylvania.
- Bachelor's degree in engineering with Professional Engineer licensure recognized in Pennsylvania
- Five or more years of engineering design experience with demonstrated team leadership
- Proficiency in CAD platforms such as SolidWorks, AutoCAD, or CATIA
- Experience managing cross-functional design teams through full product development cycles
- Familiarity with AS9100, ISO 9001, or applicable industry quality standards
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for stakeholder and executive reporting
Engineering Design Manager Jobs in Pennsylvania: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a engineering design manager in Pennsylvania?
The most direct path is earning an engineering degree, gaining several years of hands-on design experience, and obtaining Professional Engineer licensure through the Pennsylvania State Registration Board for Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors and Geologists. The PE credential is not always required, but it distinguishes candidates for senior roles, particularly in defense, infrastructure, and regulated manufacturing. Most Pennsylvania employers also expect experience leading design reviews and mentoring junior engineers before promoting to a management role.
Which companies hire engineering design managers in Pennsylvania?
Employers hiring engineering design managers in Pennsylvania right now include Chewy, TE Connectivity, and Larson Design, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Pennsylvania's deep concentration of aerospace, defense, and industrial manufacturing firms means openings are spread across both the Philadelphia corridor and the Pittsburgh metro.
Which Pennsylvania cities have the most engineering design manager jobs?
Harrisburg, Philadelphia, and York have the most engineering design manager openings in Pennsylvania. Philadelphia leads because of its dense cluster of defense contractors, life sciences manufacturers, and infrastructure firms, while Pittsburgh draws heavily from advanced manufacturing, robotics, and energy companies, and the Lehigh Valley supports industrial and specialty chemicals employers that maintain large in-house engineering design teams.
Are there remote engineering design manager jobs in Pennsylvania?
Yes, but they're rare. Engineering design managers typically oversee physical prototypes, lab environments, or on-site teams, which limits full-remote arrangements. About 45% of engineering design manager openings tied to Pennsylvania are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, and those positions tend to concentrate in the program management and systems architecture functions where hands-on lab presence is not required daily.
How can I get hired as a engineering design manager in Pennsylvania with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is moving into a lead engineer or senior design engineer role first, then stepping into management. Pennsylvania employers like Lockheed Martin, Siemens, and Air Products run rotational engineering programs and new-graduate development tracks that expose early-career engineers to design leadership responsibilities. Building a portfolio of design projects, pursuing PE licensure candidacy through the Pennsylvania State Registration Board, and taking on informal team-lead assignments are the credentials that accelerate the transition from individual contributor to manager.
Where can I find and apply to engineering design manager jobs in Pennsylvania?
You can find and apply to engineering design manager jobs in Pennsylvania on Migrate Mate, which lists current Pennsylvania openings updated regularly. Find roles that match your experience and apply directly to the employers posting them.
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