Project Controls Engineer Jobs in Pennsylvania
Project Controls Engineer jobs in Pennsylvania are consistently active, with demand concentrated in infrastructure, energy, defense, and large-scale construction across a seniority range from entry-level schedulers through senior program controllers. Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, and the Harrisburg corridor are the state's primary hiring hubs, home to major employers such as Bechtel, Jacobs, and the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation, which maintain ongoing project controls needs tied to capital programs and public infrastructure. Earned value management, Primavera P6 scheduling, and cost engineering are the most in-demand specialties across the state. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Job Title:
Project Controls Specialist (Nuclear)
Location:
Remote (U.S. based)
FLSA Classification
Exempt
Job Description:
Orbital Engineering, Inc. is seeking a Project Controls Specialist to support the Nuclear Energy Program in a REMOTE WORK role. The Project Controls Specialist is primarily responsible for supporting the planning, execution, and completion of projects during the project management lifecycle. The Project Controls group works directly with project teams providing the project controls expertise and assistance needed to flawlessly execute projects bringing them in on schedule, within budget, and to the highest standards of integrity and compliance with company and industry standards. This role is anticipated to include approximately 25% travel to client sites as needed.
This role provides support for the management and tracking of resource assignments, project execution requirements, reporting, and compliance with company standards, and procedures.
Essential Functions
- Assist with the development and management of cost control systems to provide project and company management with accurate financial information.
- Facilitates the development of the work breakdown structure (WBS)
- Implement and maintain an Earned Value Management System on projects.
- Analyze cost and schedule performance indicators
- Support and coordinate project management through analytical, problem solving, and decision-making skills
- Coordinate and support development of project resource schedules to conform to project requirements
- Collaborate with Project Managers to ensure that project monitoring and reporting reflects the latest status of projects
- Coordinate and compile input from team members and various project reporting to establish appropriate project plans, checkpoints and processes to meet project milestones, financial metrics, and requirements
- Assist management in the execution of internal OPMS program to ensure first time quality in project management
Other Duties
Please note that this job posting does not list all duties and responsibilities that are required of this job. Duties and responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice.
Work Environment
Work from home, with approximately 25% travel to client sites as needed.
Qualifications:
Minimum Requirements:
- Associates degree in relevant field or equivalent job experience required, Bachelor’s degree a plus
- 10+ years of Project Controls experience, preferably in Nuclear Engineering or Construction
- Advanced computer skills for Microsoft Office suite.
- Proficient with Primavera P6 or Microsoft Project
- Proficient with Power BI
- Proficient in Cost and Schedule Management principles.
- Familiarity with Earned Value Management Systems
- Ability to communicate effectively with people individually and in groups, including external partners and internal team members
- Ability to work independently and contribute administrative support to teams
- Strong organizational skills with proven experience prioritizing work and coordinating multiple projects simultaneously
Preferred Qualifications:
- PMI certification or knowledge of Project Management
This position requires the ability to pass a post-offer drug (including marijuana) and alcohol test in compliance with Federal regulations and is also subject to random testing as a condition of continued employment.
Location Note:
This is a remote position. Compensation is based on market data and internal equity and may vary depending on the candidate’s location.
Salary Range:
$150,000 – $200,000 annually (based on experience, qualifications, and location)
Benefits:
A commitment to excellence and hard work will be rewarded with a competitive salary, career advancement opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, financial security, and work-life balance. Our benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; a 401(k)-retirement savings plan; and supplemental insurance options. We also provide company-paid life and AD&D insurance, company-paid short-term disability coverage, company-paid maternity and bonding leave, and a generous paid time off program to ensure you have the support and flexibility you need both professionally and personally.
About Orbital:
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Since 1969, Orbital has been specializing in project development, project execution and asset management for the heavy industrial sectors and utilities. Our regional offices, hands-on mentality, and world-wide integrated teams provide an ability to leverage subject matter experts and industry best-practices wherever a project may lie geographically. Our focus steadfastly remains on finding and delivering the best solution, regardless of where that team sits across our organization. At Orbital, our power is our people.
Equal Opportunity Statement:
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
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What Pennsylvania Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in project controls engineer jobs across Pennsylvania.
- Bachelor's degree in engineering, construction management, or a related technical field
- Proficiency in Primavera P6 or Microsoft Project for schedule development and control
- Experience applying earned value management on capital or infrastructure projects
- Knowledge of cost estimating, forecasting, and change management processes
- Familiarity with Pennsylvania Department of Transportation or federal project reporting standards
- PMI Planning and Scheduling Professional or AACE International certification preferred
Project Controls Engineer Jobs in Pennsylvania: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a project controls engineer in Pennsylvania?
Most project controls engineers in Pennsylvania enter the field with a bachelor's degree in engineering, construction management, or a related discipline, then build experience on capital or infrastructure projects. Pennsylvania does not require a state-issued license specifically for project controls work, but holding a Professional Engineer license from the Pennsylvania State Registration Board for Professional Engineers strengthens candidacy for senior roles. Industry credentials from AACE International or PMI are widely recognized by Pennsylvania employers as a practical substitute for additional years of experience.
Which companies hire project controls engineers in Pennsylvania?
Employers hiring project controls engineers in Pennsylvania right now include FirstEnergy, Amtrak, and Aegis Project Controls, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Pennsylvania's strong infrastructure investment pipeline, particularly through PennDOT capital programs and energy transition projects in the western part of the state, means demand from both private engineering firms and public-sector contractors remains steady throughout the year.
Which Pennsylvania cities have the most project controls engineer jobs?
Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, and Reading account for the largest share of project controls engineer openings in Pennsylvania as of September 2026. Philadelphia draws demand from its dense concentration of engineering and construction firms tied to transportation and healthcare construction, Pittsburgh benefits from legacy energy and industrial project work alongside growing infrastructure investment, and the Harrisburg area generates openings through state government capital programs and defense-adjacent contractors stationed near federal facilities.
Are there remote project controls engineer jobs in Pennsylvania?
Yes, but they are limited. Project controls work is analytical and document-driven at its core, yet most roles require regular site presence or close coordination with field teams, which keeps fully remote positions scarce. About 57% of project controls engineer openings tied to Pennsylvania are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, with the remote-eligible positions concentrated in cost reporting, scheduling support, and program-level data analysis rather than active construction oversight.
How can I get hired as a project controls engineer in Pennsylvania with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is a project controls analyst or scheduler role at a Pennsylvania engineering or construction firm, where you work under a senior controller on live projects. Large Pennsylvania employers such as Bechtel and Jacobs run new-graduate associate programs that rotate candidates through cost, schedule, and risk functions. A co-op or internship with PennDOT or a regional infrastructure contractor also converts directly into full-time consideration. Completing an AACE certification or demonstrating Primavera P6 proficiency through a portfolio project significantly strengthens an application with no direct experience.
Where can I find and apply to project controls engineer jobs in Pennsylvania?
You can find and apply to project controls engineer jobs in Pennsylvania on Migrate Mate, which lists current Pennsylvania openings updated regularly. Search the listings, identify roles that match your background and preferred location, and apply directly to the ones that fit.
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