Electrical Engineer Visa Sponsorship Jobs in Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania's electrical engineering job market draws heavily from its energy, defense, and advanced manufacturing sectors. Major employers include Siemens, Lockheed Martin, and PPL Corporation, with hiring concentrated in Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, and Allentown. Many of these employers have established records of sponsoring H-1B visa and other work visas for qualified electrical engineers.
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Electrical Engineer, Water/Wastewater (Hybrid)
ms consultants, inc. Indianapolis, IN; Pittsburgh, PA; Akron, Cleveland, Columbus, Youngstown, OH
Shape the Future of Clean Water — Join Our Team!
Are you an Electrical Engineer who’s passionate about creating smarter, cleaner, and more sustainable water infrastructure? Do you want to make a tangible difference in communities while working with a collaborative, innovative team? Look no further — ms is looking for an Electrical Engineer to support exciting water and wastewater projects across the region. For over 40 years, we’ve been dedicated to improving the quality of life in the communities we serve — one drop at a time. We design and deliver essential drinking water, wastewater, and water resource engineering services that help protect our environment and public health. When you join us, you’re not just working on infrastructure — you’re helping build a better tomorrow. As part of our Water team and working under our Process and Controls Technical Service Manager, you’ll be a key player in planning and designing electrical systems for critical infrastructure projects. You’ll work alongside engineers, drafters, and technical managers to bring innovative water and wastewater solutions to life. This is a hybrid role with flexibility and support for work-life balance.
What You'll Do:
- Plan production for industrial (water/wastewater) and environmental facilities utilizing AutoCAD and Revit software
- Coordination of design elements with other in-house disciplines, including architecture, structures, environmental, site civil, and landscape design
- Define equipment, layout, and protection requirements for new and retrofit distribution stations in accordance with all applicable industry codes and standards
- Must be able to interpret customer requirements and develop appropriate distribution station plans and specifications
- Collaborating with cross-disciplinary teams on system layout, SCADA controls, automation, and instrumentation
- Preparing electrical calculations for power distribution (low/medium voltage), lighting, controls, and fire alarm systems
What You'll Bring:
- Working knowledge of power distribution (low and medium voltage), standby power systems, instrumentation, controls, lighting, and fire alarm systems
- Prior experience in Water and Wastewater treatment preferred, but not required
- Familiarity with ICC, NEC, NFPA building codes, LEED building standards
- Proficient with AutoCAD and Revit design software
- Proficient with MS office suite: Word, Excel, Outlook
- A bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering (ABET-accredited preferred) or equivalent work experience
- Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred or the ability to obtain it within 12 months of hire
Why You’ll Love Working Here:
- Hybrid work options for flexibility and balance
- A supportive team environment with mentorship and growth opportunities
- Diverse and meaningful projects that directly improve communities
- A mission-driven culture with a focus on innovation and sustainability
Why Choose ms consultants?
We are proud to be an award-winning engineering, architecture, planning and environmental consulting firm, annually ranking within ENR’s Top 500 Design Firms. We partner with a variety of public and private clients and take pride in the many relationships we have formed by providing quality design solutions since 1963. We are dedicated to helping these clients achieve their goals through integrated, innovative solutions, and outstanding customer service. As a member of the ms team, we consider your needs as a professional and as an individual outside of work. We offer a career path which provides opportunities for advancement at any level of your career and costs for licensure, certifications, and further education. To support yourself and your family, we offer a robust benefits package with options for health coverage, in addition to life insurance, disability, long-term care, and more. Our comprehensive 401(k) plan with company matching contributions sets you up for the future, from hire to retire. Wherever you are in your personal and professional journey, ms has you covered. We know work-life balance is important and offer paid time off and flexible work schedules for when you need it, in addition to company paid holiday. Our focus on work-life balance also includes a hybrid work option, giving you the flexibility to work in the office and at home. We’re also able to offer full-time remote work for select positions, depending on the role and work requirement.
Our Mission: By investing in our people, we create comprehensive solutions for communities and clients.
Our Vision: Our vision is to shape a better tomorrow.
Our Values: We are accountable. We foster collaboration. We stand for inclusion. We are committed to excellence. We are passionate about our work.
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Which companies sponsor visas for electrical engineers in Pennsylvania?
Several large employers in Pennsylvania have consistent histories of sponsoring work visas for electrical engineers. These include Siemens, Lockheed Martin, Raytheon, PPL Corporation, and Comcast. Engineering consulting firms and defense contractors in the Philadelphia and Pittsburgh corridors are also active sponsors. Sponsorship patterns vary by employer and year, so reviewing Department of Labor LCA disclosure data is the most reliable way to verify a company's recent sponsorship activity.
Which visa types are most common for electrical engineer roles in Pennsylvania?
The H-1B is the most commonly used visa for electrical engineers in Pennsylvania, as the role typically qualifies as a specialty occupation requiring at least a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or a closely related field. Some employers also sponsor permanent residence through the EB-2 or EB-3 employment-based green card categories. Candidates with extraordinary ability may qualify for O-1 visa classification, though this requires a substantially stronger evidentiary record.
Which cities in Pennsylvania have the most electrical engineer sponsorship jobs?
Philadelphia accounts for the largest share of electrical engineer sponsorship jobs in Pennsylvania, driven by its concentration of defense contractors, utilities, and technology firms. Pittsburgh is a strong second, particularly in advanced manufacturing, robotics, and energy. Allentown and the Lehigh Valley have grown as an engineering hub, partly due to manufacturers and logistics companies expanding in the region. Reading and Harrisburg also have pockets of engineering employment tied to utilities and government contractors.
How to find electrical engineer visa sponsorship jobs in Pennsylvania?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for international candidates seeking visa sponsorship in the U.S., including electrical engineer roles in Pennsylvania. You can filter by state and job category to surface positions where employers have demonstrated sponsorship willingness. This is more efficient than general job searching because listings are curated with immigration context in mind, helping you focus on roles where sponsorship is a realistic part of the hiring conversation rather than an afterthought.
Are there any state-specific considerations for electrical engineers pursuing sponsorship in Pennsylvania?
Pennsylvania's strong university pipeline, including Penn State, Carnegie Mellon, Drexel, and the University of Pittsburgh, means employers are accustomed to hiring international graduates and navigating OPT-to-H-1B transitions. The state's energy sector, particularly around utilities and grid infrastructure, has ongoing demand for power systems engineers. Defense-related roles may involve security clearance requirements, which can affect visa-holding candidates since many clearances require U.S. citizenship or lawful permanent residence.
What is the prevailing wage for sponsored electrical engineer jobs in Pennsylvania?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.