Physical Design Engineer Jobs in Oklahoma
Physical Design Engineer jobs in Oklahoma are concentrated in the semiconductor, aerospace, and defense electronics sectors, with demand at levels from new-graduate to principal engineer. The strongest hiring markets are Oklahoma City, Tulsa, and Norman, where established employers like L3Harris Technologies, Raytheon, and the University of Oklahoma's research programs sustain consistent openings. The most in-demand specialties are RTL-to-GDS implementation, static timing analysis, and low-power design for embedded and aviation systems. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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The candidate will support projects from preliminary planning through final design, working on commercial, industrial, municipal, and other site development projects. You'll collaborate with project teams, assist with permitting and regulatory requirements, and help develop solutions that balance technical requirements, client needs, and project budgets.
Position Summary:
The Design Engineer will be responsible for design on multiple projects, working with other design disciplines internal and external to PEC to develop engineering solutions for PEC’s Clients. This position will be responsible for preparing design deliverables for a variety of projects while maintaining PEC’s standard of excellence. This position utilizes BIM/CAD software, hand calculations, and computer-based calculations.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Performs engineering design, coordinates with other design staff for construction document and specification production in compliance with building codes, construction administration, and development of reports/studies.
- Performs tasks during construction administration including review of submittals, site investigations, and RFI response under the direction of the Project Engineer.
- Performs design and takeoff computations by hand and by computer software.
- Organizes multiple projects and tasks and completes them in a timely manner, on schedule, and per PEC Standards.
- Organize project information and files according to corporate standard practices and workflows.
- Effectively communicates and coordinates with the Design Team to complete design tasks on numerous projects.
- Other projects and responsibilities may be added at the company’s discretion.
Special Knowledge, skills and abilities:
- Ability to work independently and with others.
- Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
- Strong work ethic
- Experience with computer aided drafting and modeling using industry accepted software
- Experience with codes and regulations, interpreting plans, and design of discipline
Education and Experience:
- Bachelor's degree in an appropriate field of study from an ABET Accredited University is required.
License and Certification:
- Engineer in Training Certification preferred
Work Environment:
PEC values a healthy work-life balance, and we focus on working efficiently and collaboratively to ensure quality and productive work as well as quality time away from the office. The work environment is business casual, friendly, respectful, and team oriented with daily peer interactions regarding work progress, client needs and project-specific technical issues. We strive to create an enjoyable work environment with support and opportunities for positive career growth. Much of the work will be conducted within an office setting with frequent sitting, reaching and manipulation of objects, tools and/or controls. The position requires mobility. Duties involved require moving materials that weigh up to 10 pounds on a regular basis and up to 25 pounds on an occasional basis. Manual dexterity and coordination are required over 50% of the work period while operating equipment such as computer keyboard, mouse, calculator and similar machines. At times, bending, reaching, standing, and walking may be required.
Supervisory Responsibilities (if there are no supervisor responsibilities, put N/A):
- N/A
PEC is an AA/EEO/Veteran/Disabled employer.
The candidate will support projects from preliminary planning through final design, working on commercial, industrial, municipal, and other site development projects. You'll collaborate with project teams, assist with permitting and regulatory requirements, and help develop solutions that balance technical requirements, client needs, and project budgets.
Position Summary:
The Design Engineer will be responsible for design on multiple projects, working with other design disciplines internal and external to PEC to develop engineering solutions for PEC’s Clients. This position will be responsible for preparing design deliverables for a variety of projects while maintaining PEC’s standard of excellence. This position utilizes BIM/CAD software, hand calculations, and computer-based calculations.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Performs engineering design, coordinates with other design staff for construction document and specification production in compliance with building codes, construction administration, and development of reports/studies.
- Performs tasks during construction administration including review of submittals, site investigations, and RFI response under the direction of the Project Engineer.
- Performs design and takeoff computations by hand and by computer software.
- Organizes multiple projects and tasks and completes them in a timely manner, on schedule, and per PEC Standards.
- Organize project information and files according to corporate standard practices and workflows.
- Effectively communicates and coordinates with the Design Team to complete design tasks on numerous projects.
- Other projects and responsibilities may be added at the company’s discretion.
Special Knowledge, skills and abilities:
- Ability to work independently and with others.
- Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
- Strong work ethic
- Experience with computer aided drafting and modeling using industry accepted software
- Experience with codes and regulations, interpreting plans, and design of discipline
Education and Experience:
- Bachelor's degree in an appropriate field of study from an ABET Accredited University is required.
License and Certification:
- Engineer in Training Certification preferred
Work Environment:
PEC values a healthy work-life balance, and we focus on working efficiently and collaboratively to ensure quality and productive work as well as quality time away from the office. The work environment is business casual, friendly, respectful, and team oriented with daily peer interactions regarding work progress, client needs and project-specific technical issues. We strive to create an enjoyable work environment with support and opportunities for positive career growth. Much of the work will be conducted within an office setting with frequent sitting, reaching and manipulation of objects, tools and/or controls. The position requires mobility. Duties involved require moving materials that weigh up to 10 pounds on a regular basis and up to 25 pounds on an occasional basis. Manual dexterity and coordination are required over 50% of the work period while operating equipment such as computer keyboard, mouse, calculator and similar machines. At times, bending, reaching, standing, and walking may be required.
Supervisory Responsibilities (if there are no supervisor responsibilities, put N/A):
- N/A
PEC is an AA/EEO/Veteran/Disabled employer.
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Physical Design Engineer Job Market in Oklahoma
A snapshot from current Oklahoma openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Expleo6
- Northrop Grumman3
- WSB2
- Meta2
- TEEMA2T
Top Industries Hiring
- Technology & Software9
- Consulting & Professional Services4
- Education3
- Manufacturing2
- Construction & Real Estate2
What Oklahoma Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in physical design engineer jobs across Oklahoma.
- Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, or closely related field
- Proficiency in industry-standard EDA tools such as Cadence Innovus or Synopsys ICC2
- Hands-on experience with floorplanning, placement, routing, and timing closure
- Familiarity with static timing analysis and sign-off tools including PrimeTime
- Experience with advanced process nodes and low-power design methodologies
- Strong grasp of design-for-manufacturability rules and physical verification flows
Physical Design Engineer Jobs in Oklahoma: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a physical design engineer in Oklahoma?
Most physical design engineers in Oklahoma enter the field with a bachelor's degree in electrical or computer engineering from a program such as those offered at the University of Oklahoma or Oklahoma State University. No state-issued license is required for this role. Employers in Oklahoma's aerospace and defense corridors typically hire candidates who have completed relevant coursework in VLSI design or digital circuits and can demonstrate hands-on EDA tool experience through coursework projects or internships.
Which companies hire physical design engineers in Oklahoma?
Companies currently hiring physical design engineers in Oklahoma include Expleo, Northrop Grumman, and WSB, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. Oklahoma's aerospace and defense industry base means many openings are tied to large systems integrators and contractors with long-term facilities in the Oklahoma City and Tulsa areas.
Which Oklahoma cities have the most physical design engineer jobs?
The Oklahoma cities with the most physical design engineer openings are Tulsa, Oklahoma City, and Norman. Oklahoma City dominates the distribution because of its concentration of aerospace primes and defense contractors tied to Tinker Air Force Base, while Tulsa's industrial and engineering sector supports additional openings, and Norman benefits from proximity to the University of Oklahoma's engineering research activity.
Are there remote physical design engineer jobs in Oklahoma?
Yes, but they are limited. Physical design engineering is a highly tool-intensive and collaboration-dependent discipline, and most Oklahoma employers in aerospace and defense require on-site or hybrid arrangements for security and workflow reasons. About 24% of physical design engineer openings tied to Oklahoma are remote or hybrid as of July 2026. The portions of the role most compatible with remote work are timing analysis review and documentation tasks rather than hands-on implementation work.
How can I get hired as a physical design engineer in Oklahoma with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying for associate or junior physical design engineer roles at Oklahoma's aerospace and defense contractors, several of which run structured new-graduate hiring programs each spring. L3Harris and Raytheon both maintain engineering early-career pipelines at their Oklahoma facilities. Lateral entry from adjacent roles such as FPGA design, digital verification, or circuit simulation is common. Completing a capstone VLSI project, earning a Cadence or Synopsys academic certification, and building a portfolio of EDA tool work from university labs gives candidates a concrete edge over applicants without hands-on experience.
Where can I find and apply to physical design engineer jobs in Oklahoma?
You can find and apply to physical design engineer jobs in Oklahoma on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings across the state. Search for roles that match your experience level and specialization, then apply directly to the ones that fit. The listings are updated regularly, so checking back when your search is active helps you catch new postings from Oklahoma employers.
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