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GHD hires Development Engineers across infrastructure, environmental, and advisory projects, with sponsorship pathways that span early-career OPT candidates through to experienced professionals pursuing permanent residence. If you need visa support to work in the U.S., GHD has a track record of sponsoring this function.
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Help us build the future and we’ll help you build a rewarding and purposeful career. Our global network is made up of architects, designers, planners, engineers, and environmental scientists all working towards the same goal. Join a team that brings inspirational architecture, landscapes, townscapes and places to our world, and we’ll provide you unlimited space to grow.
Who are we looking for?
GHD is seeking a driven and experienced Fire Protection Engineer to become a key contributor to our expanding Northeast Fire Protection & Life Safety group. This is an exciting opportunity for a licensed professional with deep expertise in fire protection engineering principles, system design, code consulting, and project management. If you’re passionate about safeguarding lives and property through innovative engineering solutions—and have a knack for business development—this role is for you. As a Fire Protection Engineer at GHD, you’ll lead and manage diverse projects, delivering high-quality fire protection and life safety services. You’ll prepare scopes of work, budgets, and proposals; oversee fire alarm and sprinkler system designs; conduct building code reviews and smoke control modeling; and serve as a trusted technical advisor to clients. You’ll collaborate with Authorities Having Jurisdiction, mentor junior staff, and help shape the future of our fire protection practice. If you thrive both independently and in team settings, and are ready to make a meaningful impact, we encourage you to apply.
Our Hybrid Work Model:
Be part of the dynamic culture! Our workplace thrives on a hybrid model, combining in-office collaboration and flexibility. Join us in the office three days a week to contribute, connect and excel in our vibrant environment.
Working with an energetic and high performing team, this position offers a variety of work and will see you involved in:
- Recommendations: Advise managers how to apply a wide variety of existing procedures and precedents.
- Data Collection and Analysis: Conduct research using primary data sources, and select information needed for the analysis of key themes and trends.
- Improvement/Innovation: Identify shortcomings in existing processes, systems, and procedures, and use established change management programs to address them.
- Audit: Work within established audit control systems to deliver specified outcomes or provide general support.
- Business Requirements Identification: Collect business requirements using a variety of methods, such as interviews, document analysis, workshops, and workflow analysis, to express the requirements in terms of target user roles and goals.
- Testing: Use product specifications to design test procedures and standards.
- Policy Development and Implementation: Work within established procedures to achieve specified goals.
- Product and Solution Development: Carry out a range of product development and engineering activities. Use established systems to analyze customer needs and define and deliver products.
- Project Management: Work within an established project management plan to achieve specific goals.
- Client & Customer Management (External): Help senior colleagues manage client and customer relationships by using relevant sales or client systems.
What you will bring to the team:
- Bachelor’s and/or Master's degree in Fire Protection Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or related field
- Registered Professional Engineer (PE) in Fire Protection
- At least 2 years of industry experience with fire protection system design and/or code consulting
- Working knowledge and experience with the interpretation and application of ICC codes, as well as NFPA and other relevant client and industry standards
- Exposure to the application of fire modeling (i.e. FDS, CONTAM, Pathfinder, CFAST, etc.) preferred
- Proven ability to build positive relationships across diverse teams and client groups
- Robust written and verbal skills, with the ability to communicate complex issues concisely
Salary range: $72,300-$115,000 based on experience & location
As a multicultural organization, we encourage individual achievement and recognize the strength of a diverse workforce. GHD is an equal opportunity employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, genetic information, national origin, sex (including same sex), sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, age, disability or handicap, citizenship status, service member status, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law.
About us
Take on some of the world’s toughest challenges - with GHD supporting you every step of the way. We'll give you control over your career, empower you to find innovative solutions and help you create a lasting impact. See where your commitment could take you with GHD.
Our Pledge to You
At GHD, we don’t just believe in the power of commitment, we live and breathe it every day. That’s why we pledge to empower our people to make a positive impact. Combining our deep technical expertise with the capabilities of our clients and partners, we respond to some of the most complex challenges facing our planet today. See where your commitment could take you. That’s the #PowerOfCommitment
Who We Are
GHD is a global professional services company that leads through engineering, architecture, and construction expertise. We are an employee-owned company with over 11,000 diverse and skilled individuals, across more than 200 offices spanning five continents. The Power of Commitment is our brand promise. It’s what makes us different. We are bound to our stated vision and determination to address humanity’s most urgent needs: to make water, energy and urbanisation sustainable for generations to come.
Job Description
Help us build the future and we’ll help you build a rewarding and purposeful career. Our global network is made up of architects, designers, planners, engineers, and environmental scientists all working towards the same goal. Join a team that brings inspirational architecture, landscapes, townscapes and places to our world, and we’ll provide you unlimited space to grow.
Who are we looking for?
GHD is seeking a driven and experienced Fire Protection Engineer to become a key contributor to our expanding Northeast Fire Protection & Life Safety group. This is an exciting opportunity for a licensed professional with deep expertise in fire protection engineering principles, system design, code consulting, and project management. If you’re passionate about safeguarding lives and property through innovative engineering solutions—and have a knack for business development—this role is for you. As a Fire Protection Engineer at GHD, you’ll lead and manage diverse projects, delivering high-quality fire protection and life safety services. You’ll prepare scopes of work, budgets, and proposals; oversee fire alarm and sprinkler system designs; conduct building code reviews and smoke control modeling; and serve as a trusted technical advisor to clients. You’ll collaborate with Authorities Having Jurisdiction, mentor junior staff, and help shape the future of our fire protection practice. If you thrive both independently and in team settings, and are ready to make a meaningful impact, we encourage you to apply.
Our Hybrid Work Model:
Be part of the dynamic culture! Our workplace thrives on a hybrid model, combining in-office collaboration and flexibility. Join us in the office three days a week to contribute, connect and excel in our vibrant environment.
Working with an energetic and high performing team, this position offers a variety of work and will see you involved in:
- Recommendations: Advise managers how to apply a wide variety of existing procedures and precedents.
- Data Collection and Analysis: Conduct research using primary data sources, and select information needed for the analysis of key themes and trends.
- Improvement/Innovation: Identify shortcomings in existing processes, systems, and procedures, and use established change management programs to address them.
- Audit: Work within established audit control systems to deliver specified outcomes or provide general support.
- Business Requirements Identification: Collect business requirements using a variety of methods, such as interviews, document analysis, workshops, and workflow analysis, to express the requirements in terms of target user roles and goals.
- Testing: Use product specifications to design test procedures and standards.
- Policy Development and Implementation: Work within established procedures to achieve specified goals.
- Product and Solution Development: Carry out a range of product development and engineering activities. Use established systems to analyze customer needs and define and deliver products.
- Project Management: Work within an established project management plan to achieve specific goals.
- Client & Customer Management (External): Help senior colleagues manage client and customer relationships by using relevant sales or client systems.
What you will bring to the team:
- Bachelor’s and/or Master's degree in Fire Protection Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or related field
- Registered Professional Engineer (PE) in Fire Protection
- At least 2 years of industry experience with fire protection system design and/or code consulting
- Working knowledge and experience with the interpretation and application of ICC codes, as well as NFPA and other relevant client and industry standards
- Exposure to the application of fire modeling (i.e. FDS, CONTAM, Pathfinder, CFAST, etc.) preferred
- Proven ability to build positive relationships across diverse teams and client groups
- Robust written and verbal skills, with the ability to communicate complex issues concisely
Salary range: $72,300-$115,000 based on experience & location
As a multicultural organization, we encourage individual achievement and recognize the strength of a diverse workforce. GHD is an equal opportunity employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, genetic information, national origin, sex (including same sex), sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, age, disability or handicap, citizenship status, service member status, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law.
About us
Take on some of the world’s toughest challenges - with GHD supporting you every step of the way. We'll give you control over your career, empower you to find innovative solutions and help you create a lasting impact. See where your commitment could take you with GHD.
Our Pledge to You
At GHD, we don’t just believe in the power of commitment, we live and breathe it every day. That’s why we pledge to empower our people to make a positive impact. Combining our deep technical expertise with the capabilities of our clients and partners, we respond to some of the most complex challenges facing our planet today. See where your commitment could take you. That’s the #PowerOfCommitment
Who We Are
GHD is a global professional services company that leads through engineering, architecture, and construction expertise. We are an employee-owned company with over 11,000 diverse and skilled individuals, across more than 200 offices spanning five continents. The Power of Commitment is our brand promise. It’s what makes us different. We are bound to our stated vision and determination to address humanity’s most urgent needs: to make water, energy and urbanisation sustainable for generations to come.
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Align your degree to GHD's project portfolio
GHD's Development Engineer roles span water, transportation, and environmental sectors. A degree in civil, environmental, or structural engineering strengthens your specialty occupation case and signals you're built for their core service lines, not a generalist fit.
Target offices with active infrastructure pipelines
GHD operates across multiple U.S. regions, and hiring activity for Development Engineers concentrates where large infrastructure or environmental projects are funded. Applying to offices with active DOT or municipal contracts improves your chances of a role with genuine sponsorship need.
Confirm OPT eligibility before your final year
GHD sponsors F-1 OPT, making it a realistic entry point for recent engineering graduates. Confirm your STEM OPT extension eligibility early. If your degree qualifies, you have up to three years of authorized work before an H-1B or Green Card petition becomes urgent.
Ask about PERM timing during offer negotiations
For EB-2 or EB-3 sponsorship, PERM labor certification is the first step and can take a year or more. Ask the recruiter directly whether GHD initiates PERM concurrently with H-1B filing or waits. Knowing their process helps you plan your long-term status timeline accurately.
Use Migrate Mate to filter open Development Engineer roles
GHD posts Development Engineer openings across multiple locations at once. Use Migrate Mate to filter specifically for GHD roles that match your visa type, so you're applying to positions where sponsorship is already confirmed rather than cold-guessing from a generic job board.
Prepare a professional experience portfolio for TN eligibility
Canadian and Mexican nationals can pursue GHD roles under TN status without waiting for H-1B selection. USCIS and CBP require engineer TN applicants to hold a qualifying degree. Have your credentials, employer letter, and job description aligned to the TN engineer category before crossing.
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Find Development Engineer at GHD JobsFrequently Asked Questions
Does GHD sponsor H-1B visas for Development Engineers?
Yes, GHD sponsors H-1B visas for Development Engineers. Because H-1B is subject to the annual lottery, GHD typically files petitions in April for the October start date. If you're on OPT when you receive an offer, your F-1 status covers you while a petition is pending, provided GHD files before your OPT expires.
How do I apply for Development Engineer jobs at GHD?
Applications go through GHD's careers portal, where roles are listed by region and discipline. Tailor your resume to the specific engineering discipline listed, whether that's water, transportation, or environmental. Migrate Mate also aggregates GHD's Development Engineer openings filtered by visa sponsorship type, which makes it easier to identify roles where you're eligible before applying.
Which visa types does GHD commonly use for Development Engineer roles?
GHD sponsors across several visa categories for this role, including H-1B, F-1 OPT and CPT, TN, J-1, and employment-based Green Cards through EB-2 and EB-3. The right path depends on your nationality, education, and career stage. Early-career candidates often start on OPT before transitioning to H-1B, while experienced engineers may move directly into permanent residence sponsorship.
What qualifications does GHD expect for Development Engineer positions?
GHD's Development Engineer roles typically require a bachelor's degree or higher in a relevant engineering discipline such as civil, environmental, structural, or mechanical engineering. For visa purposes, the degree must align directly with the job duties to satisfy the H-1B specialty occupation standard. Professional engineer licensure or progress toward it is valued, particularly for roles on regulated infrastructure projects.
How long does the sponsorship process take for a Development Engineer at GHD?
Timeline depends on your visa type. OPT authorization is relatively immediate if you're already in F-1 status. H-1B sponsorship follows the April lottery cycle with an October start. EB-2 or EB-3 Green Card sponsorship through PERM typically takes one to three years from initial filing to DOL certification, before USCIS petition and consular or adjustment processing begins.
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