Electrician Jobs at GHD with Visa Sponsorship
GHD hires Electricians across infrastructure, energy, and environmental projects, where licensed tradespeople support complex engineering programs at scale. The company has an established process for sponsoring international workers into permanent and temporary visa pathways, making it a realistic target if you hold the right credentials and project experience.
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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.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
ADA Engineering, a GHD company, is currently looking for an Electrical Design Engineer to join their Florida based team in Miami! In this role, you will work alongside project team members to design lighting and electrical distribution systems and develop construction drawings for projects that could include commercial office, retail, government, educational, and transportation. You will perform electrical calculations, specify equipment and design projects in accordance with applicable codes, industry standards and engineering practices. This role will also give you the opportunity to perform investigative site visits and attend client meetings.
This is an exciting opportunity to work on a variety of projects while having access to GHD's global technical expertise and resources!
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:
- Engineering Standards Specification: Carry out a range of activities under the guidance of more senior colleagues to support the drafting of engineering standards and specifications and the evaluation of the effectiveness of those standards.
- Engineering Inspections: Carry out inspections under the supervision of senior colleagues to evaluate the quality of engineering works and/or the integrity of existing installations or structures, and make recommendations to senior colleagues on the remedial works needed to ensure conformance with specifications and regulatory requirements.
- Project Management: Work within an established project management plan to achieve specific goals.
- Personal Capability Building: Develop own capabilities by participating in assessment and development planning activities as well as formal and informal training and coaching; gain or maintain external professional accreditation, where relevant, to improve performance and fulfill personal potential. Maintain an understanding of relevant technology, external regulation, and industry best practices through ongoing education, attending conferences, and reading specialist media.
- Engineering Solutions Design: Contribute to the design of engineering solutions; design the feasibility testing approach and supervise its implementation to support the development and validation of engineering solutions.
- Client & Customer Management (External): Help senior colleagues manage client and customer relationships.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
What you’ll bring to the team:
- Bachelor’s and/or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering is required
- 4-7 years of electrical power systems experience
- Familiarity with National Electrical Code
- Experience in AutoCAD with experience in Revit being a plus
- Experience with AGI32 and SKM Power Systems is preferred
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.
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.
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.
INTRODUCTION
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.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
ADA Engineering, a GHD company, is currently looking for an Electrical Design Engineer to join their Florida based team in Miami! In this role, you will work alongside project team members to design lighting and electrical distribution systems and develop construction drawings for projects that could include commercial office, retail, government, educational, and transportation. You will perform electrical calculations, specify equipment and design projects in accordance with applicable codes, industry standards and engineering practices. This role will also give you the opportunity to perform investigative site visits and attend client meetings.
This is an exciting opportunity to work on a variety of projects while having access to GHD's global technical expertise and resources!
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:
- Engineering Standards Specification: Carry out a range of activities under the guidance of more senior colleagues to support the drafting of engineering standards and specifications and the evaluation of the effectiveness of those standards.
- Engineering Inspections: Carry out inspections under the supervision of senior colleagues to evaluate the quality of engineering works and/or the integrity of existing installations or structures, and make recommendations to senior colleagues on the remedial works needed to ensure conformance with specifications and regulatory requirements.
- Project Management: Work within an established project management plan to achieve specific goals.
- Personal Capability Building: Develop own capabilities by participating in assessment and development planning activities as well as formal and informal training and coaching; gain or maintain external professional accreditation, where relevant, to improve performance and fulfill personal potential. Maintain an understanding of relevant technology, external regulation, and industry best practices through ongoing education, attending conferences, and reading specialist media.
- Engineering Solutions Design: Contribute to the design of engineering solutions; design the feasibility testing approach and supervise its implementation to support the development and validation of engineering solutions.
- Client & Customer Management (External): Help senior colleagues manage client and customer relationships.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
What you’ll bring to the team:
- Bachelor’s and/or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering is required
- 4-7 years of electrical power systems experience
- Familiarity with National Electrical Code
- Experience in AutoCAD with experience in Revit being a plus
- Experience with AGI32 and SKM Power Systems is preferred
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.
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.
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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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Electrician Jobs at GHD Jobs
Align your license to U.S. standards early
GHD's infrastructure projects require state-issued electrical licenses, not just international credentials. Research the licensing requirements for your target state before applying, since the process can take months and directly affects your eligibility to work on project sites.
Target GHD's infrastructure and energy divisions
GHD staffs Electricians primarily across power, water, and built environment programs. Tailoring your resume to highlight project types in those sectors, rather than general electrical work, makes your application far more relevant to their active hiring teams.
Understand how PERM affects your timeline
If GHD sponsors you for an EB-2 or EB-3 Green Card, the PERM labor certification process through DOL can add a year or more before your petition is filed. Starting conversations about sponsorship intent during the offer stage gives you a clearer picture of the full timeline.
Use Migrate Mate to find open Electrician roles at GHD
GHD posts Electrician openings across multiple locations and project programs at any given time. Migrate Mate filters those roles by visa sponsorship type, so you can quickly identify positions where your specific visa situation is already supported.
Clarify OPT or CPT authorization before your start date
If you're on F-1 status, confirm that your program's STEM OPT extension covers electrical work under your CIP code before accepting an offer. Misalignment between your authorized field and job duties can jeopardize your work authorization mid-engagement.
Negotiate sponsorship terms before signing your offer
GHD's consulting structure means project staffing timelines shift frequently. Confirming which visa category they'll pursue, who pays filing fees, and what happens if a project ends early protects you from gaps in status that can be difficult to resolve after the fact.
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Find Electrician at GHD JobsFrequently Asked Questions
Does GHD sponsor H-1B visas for Electricians?
GHD's sponsorship activity for Electricians has focused on permanent resident pathways like EB-2 and EB-3 rather than H-1B. That pattern reflects the trade and project-based nature of electrical work in consulting firms, where degree requirements can be harder to meet for H-1B specialty occupation classification. If you're targeting GHD, clarifying the specific visa category they'd pursue for your role during the offer stage is the right move.
How do I apply for Electrician jobs at GHD?
Applications for Electrician roles at GHD go through their careers portal, where you can filter by location and job function. Migrate Mate is the most direct way to surface GHD's Electrician openings that are flagged for visa sponsorship, so you're not applying blind to roles that won't support your status. Tailor your resume to the specific project sector listed in the job description, since GHD hires across infrastructure, energy, and environmental programs with different credential expectations.
Which visa types does GHD commonly use for Electrician roles?
GHD has sponsored Electricians through EB-2 and EB-3 immigrant visa pathways, as well as F-1 OPT, F-1 CPT, TN, and J-1 for eligible workers. TN is an option for Canadian and Mexican nationals in qualifying electrical occupations under USMCA. The right category depends on your nationality, education level, and where you are in your career, so it's worth discussing with GHD's HR team which pathway fits your profile.
What qualifications does GHD expect for sponsored Electrician roles?
GHD typically expects licensed journeyman or master electricians with experience on commercial, industrial, or infrastructure projects. For sponsored candidates, having a relevant degree or formally recognized trade qualification matters more than it would for domestic hires, since it directly affects which visa pathway GHD can use. Project management experience and familiarity with U.S. electrical codes like the National Electrical Code are common differentiators in competitive applicant pools.
How long does the visa sponsorship process take for an Electrician at GHD?
Timeline varies significantly by visa type. TN and F-1 OPT authorizations can be in place within weeks of an offer, while EB-3 sponsorship through the PERM process at DOL typically takes one to two years before USCIS even begins adjudicating your immigrant petition. If your priority date is backlogged, total Green Card timelines can extend well beyond that. Getting written clarity on GHD's intended sponsorship path and expected milestones before you accept an offer helps you plan around the timeline realistically.
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