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STV's Engineering function spans infrastructure, transportation, and environmental projects where technical credentials and professional licensure carry real weight. The company has an established track record of sponsoring work visas for engineering professionals across multiple visa categories, making it a practical target for international candidates building a U.S. career in the infrastructure consulting space.
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STV is seeking Structural (Bridge) Engineering Specialist for our Austin, TX office. Candidates will perform routine bridge design project work, prepare field notes and reports, assist with bridge assessments, and repair options, and provide support in production of bridge designs and plans. The responsibilities will have a mix of field and office work. Applicant must possess strong technical skills, verbal and written communication skills, the ability to travel for projects as needed, and be able to work with a team.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Familiar with AASHTO, AISC and ACI design codes
- Experience on Texas DOT projects
- TxDOT design manuals and standards
- CAD packages like Open Bridge Modeler, MicroStation and ORD
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES WILL INCLUDE:
- Perform structural engineering calculations and calculate load ratings.
- Prepare and/or check design calculations for new and existing bridges, retaining walls, culverts and other structures related to transportation.
- Assist with preparation of construction documents, including drawings and specifications.
- Coordinate with project manager on schedule and activities.
PREFERRED SKILLS/CERTIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor’s degree in civil or Structural Engineering.
- Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification.
- FHWA-NHI Certification 130055 Safety Inspection of In-Service Bridges.
- Excellent verbal and written communications skills, attention to detail and the ability to work in a team environment.
- Understanding of structural analysis and design of steel, concrete, and pre-stressed concrete.
- Use and understanding of structural analysis and design software, such as Open Bridge Designer, LARSA, Leap Bridge, CSI Bridge, and STAAD.
COMPENSATION RANGE:
$75,656.68 - $86,464.77
STV OFFERS THE FOLLOWING BENEFITS
- Health insurance, including an option with a Health Savings Account
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare, Dependent Care and Transit and Parking where applicable)
- Disability insurance
- Life Insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment
- 401(k) Plan
- Retirement Counseling
- Employee Assistance Program
- Paid Time Off (starting at 16 days)
- Paid Holidays (9 days)
- Back-Up Dependent Care (up to 10 days per year)
- Parental Leave (up to 80 hours)
- Continuing Education Program
- Professional Licensure and Society Memberships
STV is committed to paying all of its employees in a fair, equitable, and transparent manner. The listed pay range is STV’s good-faith salary estimate for this position. Please note that the final salary offered for this position may be outside of this published range based on many factors, including but not limited to geography, education, experience, and/or certifications.
NOT SURE THIS ROLE IS THE PERFECT MATCH?
We encourage you to apply if STV’s work and values resonate with you. We know great candidates don’t always meet every qualification, and research shows women and people of color are less likely to apply unless they do. At STV, we believe strong talent comes from a wide range of backgrounds, and your skills and experience may align with this or another opportunity as we continue to grow.
INTRODUCTION
STV is seeking Structural (Bridge) Engineering Specialist for our Austin, TX office. Candidates will perform routine bridge design project work, prepare field notes and reports, assist with bridge assessments, and repair options, and provide support in production of bridge designs and plans. The responsibilities will have a mix of field and office work. Applicant must possess strong technical skills, verbal and written communication skills, the ability to travel for projects as needed, and be able to work with a team.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Familiar with AASHTO, AISC and ACI design codes
- Experience on Texas DOT projects
- TxDOT design manuals and standards
- CAD packages like Open Bridge Modeler, MicroStation and ORD
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES WILL INCLUDE:
- Perform structural engineering calculations and calculate load ratings.
- Prepare and/or check design calculations for new and existing bridges, retaining walls, culverts and other structures related to transportation.
- Assist with preparation of construction documents, including drawings and specifications.
- Coordinate with project manager on schedule and activities.
PREFERRED SKILLS/CERTIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor’s degree in civil or Structural Engineering.
- Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification.
- FHWA-NHI Certification 130055 Safety Inspection of In-Service Bridges.
- Excellent verbal and written communications skills, attention to detail and the ability to work in a team environment.
- Understanding of structural analysis and design of steel, concrete, and pre-stressed concrete.
- Use and understanding of structural analysis and design software, such as Open Bridge Designer, LARSA, Leap Bridge, CSI Bridge, and STAAD.
COMPENSATION RANGE:
$75,656.68 - $86,464.77
STV OFFERS THE FOLLOWING BENEFITS
- Health insurance, including an option with a Health Savings Account
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare, Dependent Care and Transit and Parking where applicable)
- Disability insurance
- Life Insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment
- 401(k) Plan
- Retirement Counseling
- Employee Assistance Program
- Paid Time Off (starting at 16 days)
- Paid Holidays (9 days)
- Back-Up Dependent Care (up to 10 days per year)
- Parental Leave (up to 80 hours)
- Continuing Education Program
- Professional Licensure and Society Memberships
STV is committed to paying all of its employees in a fair, equitable, and transparent manner. The listed pay range is STV’s good-faith salary estimate for this position. Please note that the final salary offered for this position may be outside of this published range based on many factors, including but not limited to geography, education, experience, and/or certifications.
NOT SURE THIS ROLE IS THE PERFECT MATCH?
We encourage you to apply if STV’s work and values resonate with you. We know great candidates don’t always meet every qualification, and research shows women and people of color are less likely to apply unless they do. At STV, we believe strong talent comes from a wide range of backgrounds, and your skills and experience may align with this or another opportunity as we continue to grow.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Engineering Jobs at STV Jobs
Align your credentials with PE licensure expectations
STV's engineering projects often require or prefer Professional Engineer licensure. Before applying, research whether your foreign engineering credentials can be evaluated for equivalency through NCEES, as this directly strengthens your specialty occupation case for H-1B sponsorship.
Target project-based roles with defined technical scopes
Consulting firms like STV file LCAs tied to specific work locations and projects. Focus your applications on roles with clear technical scopes like structural, civil, or transportation engineering, since these map cleanly to specialty occupation definitions USCIS expects.
Search STV's open engineering roles on Migrate Mate
Use Migrate Mate to filter STV's engineering positions by visa type, so you're only spending time on roles where sponsorship is actively available rather than sorting through postings that don't address work authorization.
Raise sponsorship early in recruiter conversations
Consulting firms managing client-billable headcount have tighter margin tolerance for delayed starts. Ask directly during your first recruiter call whether the role is open to H-1B or OPT candidates, so both sides avoid wasted time late in the process.
Understand how STV's project locations affect your LCA
STV operates across multiple states on long-term infrastructure contracts. If your role requires traveling to client sites outside your primary work location, your employer must file an amended LCA with DOL to cover those sites, which affects your timeline.
Prepare for PERM timing if targeting permanent residency
Infrastructure consulting roles at STV can support EB-2 or EB-3 PERM sponsorship, but the PERM recruitment process typically runs six to twelve months before a petition is filed. Starting these conversations at offer stage, not years later, gives you meaningful lead time.
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Find Engineering at STV JobsFrequently Asked Questions
Does STV sponsor H-1B visas for Engineers?
Yes, STV sponsors H-1B visas for engineering roles. Their infrastructure and transportation projects typically involve positions that meet USCIS specialty occupation requirements, which is the foundation of a valid H-1B petition. If you're in the H-1B cap lottery or seeking a transfer from a current employer, STV's established sponsorship process covers both cap-subject and cap-exempt scenarios depending on your situation.
How do I apply for Engineering jobs at STV?
You can find STV's open engineering positions directly on their careers site or through Migrate Mate, which filters roles by visa sponsorship type so you can identify which postings are accessible to candidates needing work authorization. When applying, tailor your resume to the specific engineering discipline listed, reference any relevant project experience in infrastructure or transportation consulting, and be prepared to discuss your work authorization status early in the screening process.
Which visa types does STV commonly sponsor for Engineering roles?
STV sponsors several visa categories for engineering professionals, including H-1B for specialty occupation workers, TN for Canadian and Mexican nationals in qualifying engineering roles, and F-1 OPT and CPT for recent graduates. They also support EB-2 and EB-3 immigrant visa pathways for longer-term employment, and J-1 for certain exchange visitor arrangements. The right category depends on your nationality, degree, and career stage.
What qualifications and experience does STV expect for sponsored Engineering positions?
STV's engineering roles across infrastructure, transportation, and environmental consulting typically require a bachelor's degree or higher in a relevant engineering discipline. Many positions favor candidates with two or more years of project-based consulting experience. For roles supporting licensed design work, having or being eligible for a Professional Engineer license significantly strengthens your candidacy and the specialty occupation basis for visa sponsorship.
How do I plan my timeline when pursuing an H-1B through STV?
If you need a new H-1B, USCIS opens registration in March for an October 1 start date, so you'll need an offer in place before March to enter the lottery. If you're already on H-1B status with another employer, STV can file a transfer petition and you can start upon filing. OPT candidates should account for the time needed to complete onboarding and LCA certification before their OPT expiration date.
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