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Industrial Technician roles in manufacturing, utilities, and automation qualify as E-3 specialty occupations when the position requires a bachelor's degree in engineering technology, industrial engineering, or a related field. Employers in these sectors are familiar with E-3 visa sponsorship, and the visa's unlimited renewal means you can build a long-term U.S. career without lottery uncertainty.
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WSP is currently initiating a search for an Industrial Hygienist for our Jacksonville, FL or Atlanta, GA office. This individual will assist managing and provide technical support on a variety of industrial hygiene (IH) and environmental health and safety (EHS) compliance projects.
Your Impact
- Manage IH projects, including generating proposals, performing and supervising field work, developing technical reports, and mentoring junior staff.
- Participate with EHS audits and EHS program development projects.
- Conduct field assignments, such as performing industrial hygiene monitoring, noise assessments, hazardous materials surveying and abatement monitoring, mold inspections and remediation monitoring, indoor air quality assessments, chemical inventory assessments, ergonomics assessments, job hazard assessments and similar assignments.
- Prepare technical reports, including documentation of field investigative procedures, data management and interpretation, and development of graphical and tabular presentation of data.
- Cultivate relationships with clients and drive business development efforts, identifying and pursuing opportunities to grow WSP’s IH national practice.
- Manage and mentor junior industrial hygiene entry level and experienced professionals, fostering skill development and knowledge transfer to enhance team performance.
- Prepare and submit periodic regulatory reports.
- Consult and assist facilities with health and safety needs.
- Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources and conduct, and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.
- Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.
Who You Are
Required Qualifications
- Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH), or eligible to obtain this certification within 2 years of being hired
- Bachelor’s Degree in Chemistry, Biology, or closely related discipline.
- 5-7+ years or more of relevant post education experience in IH or related work, preferably in consulting.
- Experience with auditing EHS programs in industrial settings.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including technical report writing, proposal writing, and developing presentations.
- Capable interpersonal and communication skills when interacting with others, expressing ideas effectively and professionally to an engineering and non-engineering audience.
- Effective self-leadership with attention to detail, results orientation, and managing multiple priorities in a dynamic work environment.
- Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies.
- Ability to work schedules conducive to project-specific requirements that may extend beyond the typical workweek.
- Travel of up to 50% of your time may be required depending on project-specific requirements.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Consulting experience
- Experience with conducting IH assessments in manufacturing environments
- Working knowledge of EHS/IH digital platforms such as Enablon, Cority, etc.
- Master’s degree Industrial Hygiene.
- Certified Safety Professional (CSP)
- 40-Hour OSHA Health & Safety Training (HAZWOPER) (29 CFR 1910.120) preferred.
- Basic First Aid and Adult CPR training desired.
About WSP
WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. Dedicated to serving local communities, we are engineers, planners, technical experts, strategic advisors and construction management professionals. WSP USA designs lasting solutions in the buildings, transportation, energy, water and environment markets. With more than 15,000 employees in over 300 offices across the U.S., we partner with our clients to help communities prosper.
WSP provides a flexible and agile workplace model while meeting client needs. Employees are also afforded a comprehensive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and retirement savings focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career.
At WSP, we want to give our employees the challenges they seek to grow their careers and knowledge base. Your daily contributions to your team will be essential in meeting client objectives, goals and challenges. Are you ready to get started?
WSP USA (and all of its U.S. companies) is an Equal Opportunity Employer Race/Age/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Disability or Protected Veteran Status.
The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.
NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES:
WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or other staffing services. Unsolicited resumes include any resume or hiring document sent to WSP in the absence of a signed Service Agreement where WSP has expressly requested recruitment/staffing services specific to the position at hand. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers or other business leaders, will become the property of WSP and WSP will have the right to hire that candidate without reservation – no fee or other compensation will be owed or paid to the recruiter, employment agency, or other staffing service.
This Opportunity
WSP is currently initiating a search for an Industrial Hygienist for our Jacksonville, FL or Atlanta, GA office. This individual will assist managing and provide technical support on a variety of industrial hygiene (IH) and environmental health and safety (EHS) compliance projects.
Your Impact
- Manage IH projects, including generating proposals, performing and supervising field work, developing technical reports, and mentoring junior staff.
- Participate with EHS audits and EHS program development projects.
- Conduct field assignments, such as performing industrial hygiene monitoring, noise assessments, hazardous materials surveying and abatement monitoring, mold inspections and remediation monitoring, indoor air quality assessments, chemical inventory assessments, ergonomics assessments, job hazard assessments and similar assignments.
- Prepare technical reports, including documentation of field investigative procedures, data management and interpretation, and development of graphical and tabular presentation of data.
- Cultivate relationships with clients and drive business development efforts, identifying and pursuing opportunities to grow WSP’s IH national practice.
- Manage and mentor junior industrial hygiene entry level and experienced professionals, fostering skill development and knowledge transfer to enhance team performance.
- Prepare and submit periodic regulatory reports.
- Consult and assist facilities with health and safety needs.
- Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources and conduct, and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.
- Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.
Who You Are
Required Qualifications
- Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH), or eligible to obtain this certification within 2 years of being hired
- Bachelor’s Degree in Chemistry, Biology, or closely related discipline.
- 5-7+ years or more of relevant post education experience in IH or related work, preferably in consulting.
- Experience with auditing EHS programs in industrial settings.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including technical report writing, proposal writing, and developing presentations.
- Capable interpersonal and communication skills when interacting with others, expressing ideas effectively and professionally to an engineering and non-engineering audience.
- Effective self-leadership with attention to detail, results orientation, and managing multiple priorities in a dynamic work environment.
- Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies.
- Ability to work schedules conducive to project-specific requirements that may extend beyond the typical workweek.
- Travel of up to 50% of your time may be required depending on project-specific requirements.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Consulting experience
- Experience with conducting IH assessments in manufacturing environments
- Working knowledge of EHS/IH digital platforms such as Enablon, Cority, etc.
- Master’s degree Industrial Hygiene.
- Certified Safety Professional (CSP)
- 40-Hour OSHA Health & Safety Training (HAZWOPER) (29 CFR 1910.120) preferred.
- Basic First Aid and Adult CPR training desired.
About WSP
WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. Dedicated to serving local communities, we are engineers, planners, technical experts, strategic advisors and construction management professionals. WSP USA designs lasting solutions in the buildings, transportation, energy, water and environment markets. With more than 15,000 employees in over 300 offices across the U.S., we partner with our clients to help communities prosper.
WSP provides a flexible and agile workplace model while meeting client needs. Employees are also afforded a comprehensive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and retirement savings focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career.
At WSP, we want to give our employees the challenges they seek to grow their careers and knowledge base. Your daily contributions to your team will be essential in meeting client objectives, goals and challenges. Are you ready to get started?
WSP USA (and all of its U.S. companies) is an Equal Opportunity Employer Race/Age/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Disability or Protected Veteran Status.
The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.
NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES:
WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or other staffing services. Unsolicited resumes include any resume or hiring document sent to WSP in the absence of a signed Service Agreement where WSP has expressly requested recruitment/staffing services specific to the position at hand. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers or other business leaders, will become the property of WSP and WSP will have the right to hire that candidate without reservation – no fee or other compensation will be owed or paid to the recruiter, employment agency, or other staffing service.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding E-3 Visa Sponsorship as an Industrial Technician
Translate your Australian qualifications clearly
A three-year Australian bachelor's degree in engineering technology is generally accepted as equivalent to a U.S. four-year degree for E-3 visa purposes. Get a credential evaluation letter ready before you start applying so employers don't stall on this question.
Target manufacturers already using E-Verify
Industrial employers enrolled in E-Verify have already cleared the compliance groundwork for work visa sponsorship. Search DOL's FLAG portal for companies with certified LCAs in your target job category to identify who has sponsored before.
Frame the specialty occupation case in your resume
Not every industrial technician role qualifies under the E-3 specialty occupation definition. Tailor your resume to emphasize degree-dependent responsibilities, such as systems diagnostics, process engineering, or PLC programming, rather than general maintenance tasks.
Negotiate LCA filing before your start date
The DOL must certify your Labor Condition Application before you can attend your consulate interview. Build at least two to three weeks of LCA processing time into your employment start date discussion so the timeline doesn't catch your employer off guard.
Use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service for the paperwork
Once you have an offer, use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service to handle your LCA submission and visa paperwork end-to-end. This keeps the process moving without placing the burden on an employer who may be new to E-3 sponsorship.
Prepare for consulate questions about your role
Consular officers will ask how your degree directly relates to the industrial technician position. Bring your job offer letter, academic transcripts, and a brief written summary linking your qualifications to the specific technical duties of the role.
E-3 Visa Industrial Technician: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find Industrial Technician jobs with E-3 visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for Australian professionals searching for U.S. roles with E-3 sponsorship. You can filter Industrial Technician positions by employers who have a history of sponsoring work visas, which cuts out the time spent cold-approaching companies that aren't set up for the process.
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 Industrial Technician role qualify as an E-3 specialty occupation?
It depends on how the role is defined. An industrial technician position qualifies if the employer can demonstrate the job normally requires at least a bachelor's degree in a specific field, such as industrial engineering or engineering technology. Roles centered on routine maintenance or non-degree trade work generally don't meet the USCIS specialty occupation standard, so the job description language matters significantly.
How does the E-3 compare to the H-1B for Industrial Technician roles?
The E-3 is available only to Australian citizens, but it has no annual cap and no lottery, so you can apply at any point in the year as long as you have a qualifying job offer. The H-1B visa requires entering a lottery with roughly a 25 percent selection rate for cap-subject positions. For Australians in industrial technician roles that meet the specialty occupation definition, the E-3 is a more reliable path.
Can I change employers after starting work on an E-3 visa?
Yes, but you'll need a new Labor Condition Application certified by the DOL and a new visa stamp for the new employer before you start working for them. Your current E-3 status is tied to the sponsoring employer, so you can't simply transfer it. Planning the LCA filing timeline around your intended start date with the new employer avoids any gap in authorized status.