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HVAC engineers and technicians with a U.S. job offer can secure E-3 visa sponsorship without entering a lottery. The E-3 is exclusive to Australian nationals, requires a relevant bachelor's degree or equivalent qualification, and renews in two-year increments with no cap on how many times you can extend.
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Thornton Tomasetti applies engineering and scientific principles to solve the world’s challenges. An independent organization of creative thinkers and innovative doers collaborating from offices worldwide, our mission is to bring our clients' ideas to life and, in the process, lay the groundwork for a better, more resilient future. We provide support and opportunities to our employees to achieve their full potential and cultivate a rewarding career.
Your Role
If you’re an engineer who wants bigger challenges, more technical depth, and a clear runway toward becoming a recognized expert, Thornton Tomasetti is the place where that trajectory happens.
As a Senior Mechanical Project Engineer in our Restoration & Renewal Practice, you will independently lead complex building system evaluations, renovation solutions, and mechanical system upgrades. You will mentor staff, guide project technical direction, and contribute to client engagement and proposals.
What You’ll Do
- Lead major mechanical system evaluations and upgrade solutions on complex projects.
- Prepare technical deliverables, reports, and documentation that communicate clearly with clients and teams.
- Coordinate with owners, architects, consultants and contractors to ensure project success.
- Mentor junior engineers and support team growth and technical excellence.
- Contribute to proposals, thought leadership, and client-facing opportunities.
What You’ll Bring
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering; Master’s degree preferred.
- Professional Engineer (PE) licensure preferred.
- 6+ years of mechanical engineering design experience, ideally focused on existing building system evaluation, renovation or adaptive reuse projects.
- Ability to independently troubleshoot complex challenges and develop engineering approaches.
- Curiosity, initiative, and desire to grow into a technical leader.
Compensation
The rate for this position generally is $115,000 - $160,000 annually. This range is a good faith estimate provided pursuant to the New York Pay Transparency Law. It is based on what a successful New York applicant might be paid and assumes that the successful candidate will be in New York or perform the position from New York. Similar positions located outside of New York will not necessarily receive the same compensation. Actual pay rates may vary from the range, as permitted by New York Equal Pay Transparency Law. Compensation offers will be based on various factors, including operational needs, individual education, qualifications and experience, work location and comparison to employee already in the role, as well as other considerations permitted by law. A potential new employee’s pay history will not be used in compensation decisions.
Benefits
Depending on your employment status, benefits may include:
- Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D, Disability and other voluntary benefits
- Flexible Spending Accounts for Medical and Childcare
- Paid Time Off, Family Leave for New Parents, Volunteer Time
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Commuter Transit (where available)
- 401k retirement savings with Company matching on employee contributions and/or qualified student loan repayments
- Fitness Reimbursement
- And other various wellness, diversity/inclusion and employee resource programs and initiatives
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Thornton Tomasetti is proud to be an equal employment workplace. Individuals seeking employment at Thornton Tomasetti are considered without regards to age, ancestry, color, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, mental or physical disability, national origin, protected family care or medical leave status, race, religion (including beliefs and practices or the absence thereof), sexual orientation, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
Thornton Tomasetti Global Terms of Use and Privacy Statement
Carefully read these Terms of Use before using this website. Your access to and use of this website and application for a job at Thornton Tomasetti are conditioned on your acceptance and compliance with these terms.
Please access the linked document by clicking here, select the country where you are applying for employment, and review. Before submitting your application you will be asked to confirm your agreement with the terms.
To request a reasonable accommodation during the application process for this role, please contact talentconcierge@throntontomasetti.com
Beware Of Recruitment Fraud: Scammers may attempt to impersonate Thornton Tomasetti. Messages from our firm come only from the ThorntonTomasetti.com domain, Thornton Tomasetti does not use any third-party recruiters. When in doubt, please contact us through our web form here and see how you can protect yourself online here.
INTRODUCTION
Thornton Tomasetti applies engineering and scientific principles to solve the world’s challenges. An independent organization of creative thinkers and innovative doers collaborating from offices worldwide, our mission is to bring our clients' ideas to life and, in the process, lay the groundwork for a better, more resilient future. We provide support and opportunities to our employees to achieve their full potential and cultivate a rewarding career.
Your Role
If you’re an engineer who wants bigger challenges, more technical depth, and a clear runway toward becoming a recognized expert, Thornton Tomasetti is the place where that trajectory happens.
As a Senior Mechanical Project Engineer in our Restoration & Renewal Practice, you will independently lead complex building system evaluations, renovation solutions, and mechanical system upgrades. You will mentor staff, guide project technical direction, and contribute to client engagement and proposals.
What You’ll Do
- Lead major mechanical system evaluations and upgrade solutions on complex projects.
- Prepare technical deliverables, reports, and documentation that communicate clearly with clients and teams.
- Coordinate with owners, architects, consultants and contractors to ensure project success.
- Mentor junior engineers and support team growth and technical excellence.
- Contribute to proposals, thought leadership, and client-facing opportunities.
What You’ll Bring
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering; Master’s degree preferred.
- Professional Engineer (PE) licensure preferred.
- 6+ years of mechanical engineering design experience, ideally focused on existing building system evaluation, renovation or adaptive reuse projects.
- Ability to independently troubleshoot complex challenges and develop engineering approaches.
- Curiosity, initiative, and desire to grow into a technical leader.
Compensation
The rate for this position generally is $115,000 - $160,000 annually. This range is a good faith estimate provided pursuant to the New York Pay Transparency Law. It is based on what a successful New York applicant might be paid and assumes that the successful candidate will be in New York or perform the position from New York. Similar positions located outside of New York will not necessarily receive the same compensation. Actual pay rates may vary from the range, as permitted by New York Equal Pay Transparency Law. Compensation offers will be based on various factors, including operational needs, individual education, qualifications and experience, work location and comparison to employee already in the role, as well as other considerations permitted by law. A potential new employee’s pay history will not be used in compensation decisions.
Benefits
Depending on your employment status, benefits may include:
- Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D, Disability and other voluntary benefits
- Flexible Spending Accounts for Medical and Childcare
- Paid Time Off, Family Leave for New Parents, Volunteer Time
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Commuter Transit (where available)
- 401k retirement savings with Company matching on employee contributions and/or qualified student loan repayments
- Fitness Reimbursement
- And other various wellness, diversity/inclusion and employee resource programs and initiatives
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Thornton Tomasetti is proud to be an equal employment workplace. Individuals seeking employment at Thornton Tomasetti are considered without regards to age, ancestry, color, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, mental or physical disability, national origin, protected family care or medical leave status, race, religion (including beliefs and practices or the absence thereof), sexual orientation, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
Thornton Tomasetti Global Terms of Use and Privacy Statement
Carefully read these Terms of Use before using this website. Your access to and use of this website and application for a job at Thornton Tomasetti are conditioned on your acceptance and compliance with these terms.
Please access the linked document by clicking here, select the country where you are applying for employment, and review. Before submitting your application you will be asked to confirm your agreement with the terms.
To request a reasonable accommodation during the application process for this role, please contact talentconcierge@throntontomasetti.com
Beware Of Recruitment Fraud: Scammers may attempt to impersonate Thornton Tomasetti. Messages from our firm come only from the ThorntonTomasetti.com domain, Thornton Tomasetti does not use any third-party recruiters. When in doubt, please contact us through our web form here and see how you can protect yourself online here.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding E-3 Visa Sponsorship in HVAC
Frame your Australian credentials for U.S. employers
A three-year Australian bachelor's in mechanical engineering or HVAC-related disciplines is generally accepted as equivalent to a four-year U.S. degree. Get a credential evaluation in advance so employers don't stall your offer over qualification uncertainty.
Target employers already filing Labor Condition Applications
Employers who have previously sponsored foreign workers on any visa are far quicker to move on E-3 visa paperwork. Search DOL's OFLC disclosure data for companies with LCA filings under mechanical or HVAC-related Standard Occupational Classification codes.
Confirm specialty occupation status before accepting an offer
Not every HVAC role qualifies as a specialty occupation under E-3 rules. Roles requiring applied engineering knowledge, building systems design, or energy compliance work are strongest. Ask the employer to confirm the position requires a degree in a specific technical field.
Use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service for your LCA and visa paperwork
The LCA must be certified by DOL before your consulate appointment. Use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service to handle the LCA submission, prepare your DS-160, and coordinate your consulate documentation so nothing delays your start date.
Negotiate your start date around consulate appointment availability
Sydney, Melbourne, and Perth consulates each have different E-3 interview wait times that shift seasonally. Build at least four to eight weeks between your signed offer and your proposed start date, and ask the employer to backdate LCA filing immediately after signing.
Clarify E-Verify enrollment before your first day
Some HVAC employers, particularly federal contractors or STEM-designated sites, are required to use E-Verify. Confirm with HR whether the company is enrolled before you arrive, since verification delays can affect when you're legally cleared to begin work.
E-3 Visa HVAC: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find HVAC jobs that offer E-3 visa sponsorship?
Search Migrate Mate to filter HVAC roles by employers with active E-3 and LCA filing history. Most HVAC job listings don't advertise visa sponsorship explicitly, so filtering by employers already familiar with the process saves significant time. Targeting mechanical engineering firms, large facilities management companies, and commercial construction groups tends to yield the most receptive hiring managers.
How much does it cost to get an E-3 visa?
Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service covers the entire process for $499, including the Labor Condition Application, visa document preparation, and consulate appointment guidance. Traditional immigration lawyers charge $2,000–$5,000+ for the same work. The E-3 has less paperwork than most work visas, so paying thousands for legal help is usually unnecessary.
Does an HVAC role qualify as a specialty occupation for the E-3?
It depends on the specific job duties. Roles involving HVAC system design, building energy analysis, or mechanical engineering applications typically qualify because they require at minimum a bachelor's degree in mechanical or related engineering. Purely installation or maintenance technician roles without a degree requirement generally don't meet the specialty occupation standard, so reviewing the job description carefully before applying matters.
How does the E-3 compare to the H-1B for HVAC professionals?
The E-3 is significantly more practical for Australians in HVAC. There's no annual lottery, no cap to worry about, and the application goes directly to a U.S. consulate in Australia rather than through USCIS petition processing. The H-1B visa requires surviving a random selection process with roughly a one-in-four chance each year, meaning an E-3-eligible candidate avoids that uncertainty entirely.
Can I switch HVAC employers while on an E-3?
Yes, but you need a new LCA certified by DOL and a new E-3 visa stamp before or shortly after changing employers. Unlike H-1B portability rules, the E-3 doesn't have a formal transfer mechanism, so you'll need your new employer to start the LCA process before you leave your current role. Timing the transition carefully avoids gaps in authorized employment status.