Manufacturing CPT Jobs in Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania's manufacturing sector, anchored by companies like Air Products, Carpenter Technology, and Ametek across Pittsburgh, Philadelphia, and the Lehigh Valley, regularly brings on F-1 students through Curricular Practical Training. Engineering, materials science, and supply chain roles at established industrial employers are common entry points for CPT-authorized students in the state.
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Are you someone who is passionate, motivated, and driven to make a difference? If so, MSA Safety is the perfect fit for your career.
At MSA, SAFETY is who we are AND it is what we do. We are a purpose-driven company committed to deploying innovation and technology to deliver on our Mission to help protect people and assets all around the world. We continue to be relentless in our pursuit of solving our customers' greatest problems so they can go home safe each and every day.
Are you in? Read on for more details about this particular role.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Contributes to electrical team for one or more New Product Development (NPD) projects
- Designs electrical circuit schematics for test boards, prototypes, and new product designs
- Independently and creatively develops ideas and solutions to electrical and system design problems
- Validates, tests, and debugs circuit boards
- Develops printed circuit board (PCB) layout of complex multi-layer circuit board designs
- Completes PCB Gerber file generation, ordering, and design file coordination with fabrication house
- Completes surface mount component rework of printed circuit boards and component replacement as needed
- Runs and documents electrical and system tests
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Special Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:
- Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics
- Knowledge of digital/analog circuit design and communication protocols such as SPI, UART, I2C
- Solid interpersonal skills in design collaboration with the electrical engineering team
- Creative Problem Solving Skills
- Proficient use of Microsoft Office Tools
- Strong organizational skills
- Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills
Special Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Preferred:
- Knowledge of schematic capture and PCB design using Altium Designer or other similar software
- Knowledge of the PCB/PCBA manufacturing process
- Knowledge of electrical design implementation to meet EMC (Electromagnetic Compatibility) standards
Education and Experience Required:
- Must be pursuing an Associates or Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics or other relevant Engineering discipline, from an ABET-accredited program, and have completed at least one semester of Sophomore year before beginning this co-op rotation.
LOCATION
Location: Cranberry Township, Pennsylvania
MSA is committed to the principles of equal employment opportunity and to providing a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination. As such, it is MSA’s policy not to discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of the person’s age, color, creed, disability, ethnicity, race, religion, gender, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, veteran’s status, genetic information, political affiliation, disabling condition, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. MSA also makes reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities who are otherwise qualified to perform a job unless such accommodations would impose an undue hardship. If you are an individual with a disability and need an accommodation to assist you in navigating this career site, let us know. For US applicants, know your rights, click here.
Equal Employment Opportunity Employer
Affirmative Action Employer - Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veterans
How do I know if a job opening that lists MSA is legitimate or is fraudulent? MSA posts its legitimate job openings to this MSA Career Center. MSA will only make job offers after a formal interview has been completed. All electronic communications related to openings and offers will come from email addresses with the domain @msasafety.com or @talent.icims.eu. Significantly, MSA would never ask for your financial information or social security number as part of the interview and pre-offer process.
MSA has been told that there are fraudulent job postings on the internet that use the names of large corporations, including MSA, and that request personal or sensitive information from individuals who respond. Please be cautious and check any MSA job posting on this MSA Career Center to confirm it is legitimate. MSA is not responsible for any fraudulent activity that could arise from these sorts of schemes.
INTRODUCTION
Are you someone who is passionate, motivated, and driven to make a difference? If so, MSA Safety is the perfect fit for your career.
At MSA, SAFETY is who we are AND it is what we do. We are a purpose-driven company committed to deploying innovation and technology to deliver on our Mission to help protect people and assets all around the world. We continue to be relentless in our pursuit of solving our customers' greatest problems so they can go home safe each and every day.
Are you in? Read on for more details about this particular role.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Contributes to electrical team for one or more New Product Development (NPD) projects
- Designs electrical circuit schematics for test boards, prototypes, and new product designs
- Independently and creatively develops ideas and solutions to electrical and system design problems
- Validates, tests, and debugs circuit boards
- Develops printed circuit board (PCB) layout of complex multi-layer circuit board designs
- Completes PCB Gerber file generation, ordering, and design file coordination with fabrication house
- Completes surface mount component rework of printed circuit boards and component replacement as needed
- Runs and documents electrical and system tests
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Special Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:
- Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics
- Knowledge of digital/analog circuit design and communication protocols such as SPI, UART, I2C
- Solid interpersonal skills in design collaboration with the electrical engineering team
- Creative Problem Solving Skills
- Proficient use of Microsoft Office Tools
- Strong organizational skills
- Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills
Special Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Preferred:
- Knowledge of schematic capture and PCB design using Altium Designer or other similar software
- Knowledge of the PCB/PCBA manufacturing process
- Knowledge of electrical design implementation to meet EMC (Electromagnetic Compatibility) standards
Education and Experience Required:
- Must be pursuing an Associates or Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics or other relevant Engineering discipline, from an ABET-accredited program, and have completed at least one semester of Sophomore year before beginning this co-op rotation.
LOCATION
Location: Cranberry Township, Pennsylvania
MSA is committed to the principles of equal employment opportunity and to providing a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination. As such, it is MSA’s policy not to discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of the person’s age, color, creed, disability, ethnicity, race, religion, gender, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, veteran’s status, genetic information, political affiliation, disabling condition, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. MSA also makes reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities who are otherwise qualified to perform a job unless such accommodations would impose an undue hardship. If you are an individual with a disability and need an accommodation to assist you in navigating this career site, let us know. For US applicants, know your rights, click here.
Equal Employment Opportunity Employer
Affirmative Action Employer - Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veterans
How do I know if a job opening that lists MSA is legitimate or is fraudulent? MSA posts its legitimate job openings to this MSA Career Center. MSA will only make job offers after a formal interview has been completed. All electronic communications related to openings and offers will come from email addresses with the domain @msasafety.com or @talent.icims.eu. Significantly, MSA would never ask for your financial information or social security number as part of the interview and pre-offer process.
MSA has been told that there are fraudulent job postings on the internet that use the names of large corporations, including MSA, and that request personal or sensitive information from individuals who respond. Please be cautious and check any MSA job posting on this MSA Career Center to confirm it is legitimate. MSA is not responsible for any fraudulent activity that could arise from these sorts of schemes.
CPT Manufacturing Job Roles in Pennsylvania
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Search Manufacturing Jobs in PennsylvaniaManufacturing CPT Sponsorship Jobs in Pennsylvania: Frequently Asked Questions
Which manufacturing companies in Pennsylvania sponsor F-1 CPT visas?
Several large manufacturers in Pennsylvania have established patterns of hiring F-1 students through CPT, including Air Products and Chemicals in Allentown, Carpenter Technology in Reading, Ametek in Berwyn, and Kennametal near Pittsburgh. These companies regularly partner with regional universities and hire students in engineering, materials, and operations roles. Smaller contract manufacturers and suppliers in the Delaware Valley corridor also participate, though formal CPT structures vary by employer.
Which cities in Pennsylvania have the most manufacturing F-1 CPT sponsorship jobs?
Philadelphia and its surrounding suburbs, particularly in the Delaware Valley, concentrate the most manufacturing CPT opportunities due to dense industrial and life sciences manufacturing activity. Pittsburgh follows closely, driven by advanced manufacturing, robotics, and steel-adjacent industries. The Lehigh Valley, anchored by Allentown and Bethlehem, is a historically strong manufacturing corridor with active employers in specialty materials and industrial equipment. State College and Reading also see activity tied to local university placements.
How do I find manufacturing F-1 CPT sponsorship jobs in Pennsylvania?
Migrate Mate lists manufacturing jobs in Pennsylvania that are open to F-1 CPT candidates, filtered specifically so you're not sorting through roles that don't accommodate your visa status. Beyond Migrate Mate, your university's DSO office can connect you with employers who have previously accepted CPT students, and Pennsylvania's concentration of large industrial employers means many post directly through campus recruiting programs in engineering and operations departments.
What types of manufacturing roles typically qualify for F-1 CPT sponsorship in Pennsylvania?
Roles that connect directly to an F-1 student's field of study are the qualifying factor for CPT, not the industry itself. In Pennsylvania manufacturing, this most commonly includes process engineering, industrial engineering, quality assurance, supply chain and operations management, materials science, and manufacturing technology positions. Research and development roles at companies like Air Products or Carpenter Technology also fit well for students in chemical or materials engineering programs. Your DSO determines CPT eligibility based on your specific academic program.
Are there state-specific considerations for F-1 CPT in Pennsylvania's manufacturing sector?
Pennsylvania does not impose state-level restrictions on CPT work authorization beyond federal rules, but a few practical factors apply here. Many manufacturing sites in the state, particularly in defense-adjacent and specialty chemicals segments, require background checks or facility access clearances that can complicate placement timelines. Pennsylvania's large public university system, including Penn State and Pitt, has well-established CPT authorization processes that align with major in-state employers. Confirm your CPT start date is authorized before beginning any work.