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Structural Designer roles qualify for E-3 visa sponsorship because they meet the specialty occupation requirement, a bachelor's degree in structural or civil engineering is the standard credential U.S. employers expect. The E-3 has no lottery, no annual cap, and renews in two-year increments, making it a stable long-term pathway for Australian engineers.
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Get Access To All JobsRequisition ID: 99969
Job Category: Engineering
Location: Pittsburgh, PA, United States
Join a company that is passionately committed to the pursuit of a better world through positive change. With more than 70 years of business and technical expertise in mining, energy, and infrastructure, our 10,000 colleagues in 150 countries tirelessly work toward bettering the industries in which we operate. With practical solutions that are safe, innovative and sustainable, we think globally while acting locally.
Join our Project Delivery Group (PDG), a dynamic team of professionals passionately committed to world-class project delivery across the globe. With expertise in sustainable studies, asset building and operations, and industry-leading efficiencies, our best-in-class team leverages methodologies, governance and systems that are unparalleled in the engineering space. Are you looking for an opportunity to join a diverse group of professionals who are committed to remaining exceptional? We look forward to hearing from you.
Looking to take the next step in your career? Hatch is currently seeking a highly motivated Structural Designers to join our Project Delivery Group (PDG) in Pittsburgh, PA.
PDG helps clients reach their business goals through a range of strong technical capabilities. We ensure world-class project delivery through the skills of our people, methodologies, governance, and systems. Our engineering and project management and construction disciplines ensure safe, efficient, and sustainable delivery of projects globally across the metals and mining, infrastructure, and energy sectors.
We manage our clients’ entire project lifecycle from studies to building assets, operating the assets, and developing efficiencies. Join our team and become part of a community that strives for positive change–providing the best solutions for our clients’ toughest challenges!
As a successful candidate, you will:
- Participate in a wide range of projects covering civil structures design including bridges, retaining walls, dams, culvert structures, liquid retaining structures, pump stations. Activities include site investigation, steel and concrete modeling of civil structures for both front end planning and the detailed engineering phase for multi-discipline projects.
- Develop 3D models in an integrated CAD environment and extracting 2D drawings for fabrication
- Produce detailed engineering drawings and documents
- Lead project design work, coordinate the work of Structural Designers and check the design work of other personnel
- Prepare design concepts and project proposals
- Participate in formal engineering process
- Participate in site investigation and civil/structural steel modeling for both front end planning studies and the detailed engineering phase for multidiscipline projects
You bring to the role:
- Minimum 8+ years of experience in 3D structural modeling with Bentley products (Aecosim, Open Building, Microstation). AutoCAD experience is optional
- Experience in the design of heavy industrial sector is preferred
- Must function independently with minimal supervision in a multi-discipline team setting
- Must mentor / assist on the job training of designers
- Must demonstrate strong problem-solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot issues
- Must demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work in a team environment
- Must have excellent written and oral communication skills and the ability to convey project technical information to project managers, clients and peers
- Must demonstrate organizational skills, and the ability to multi-task, prioritize, take direction, and provide direction to others ensuring the quality of deliverables
- Strong computer knowledge is required including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Excellent safety awareness
- Willingness to be a part of a global engineering company and to collaborate with teams in other offices around the world
Why join us?
- Work with great people to make a difference
- Collaborate on exciting projects to develop innovative solutions
- Top employer
What we offer you?
- Flexible work environment
- Long term career development
- Think globally, work locally
Don't meet every single requirement? You don't need to. At Hatch, we are building a diverse, inclusive workplace that fosters innovation. If you're interested in this role, we encourage you to apply even if your past experiences don't perfectly align with the skills we've listed.
We're committed to fostering a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we operate and serve. Hatch is an Equal Opportunity Employer that considers applicants without regard to age, race, color, national origin, citizenship, religion, creed, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, veteran, or any other protected status. If you have any accommodation requirements, please let us know. We'll do our best to meet your needs in accordance with applicable local legislation.
Requisition ID: 99969
Job Category: Engineering
Location: Pittsburgh, PA, United States
Join a company that is passionately committed to the pursuit of a better world through positive change. With more than 70 years of business and technical expertise in mining, energy, and infrastructure, our 10,000 colleagues in 150 countries tirelessly work toward bettering the industries in which we operate. With practical solutions that are safe, innovative and sustainable, we think globally while acting locally.
Join our Project Delivery Group (PDG), a dynamic team of professionals passionately committed to world-class project delivery across the globe. With expertise in sustainable studies, asset building and operations, and industry-leading efficiencies, our best-in-class team leverages methodologies, governance and systems that are unparalleled in the engineering space. Are you looking for an opportunity to join a diverse group of professionals who are committed to remaining exceptional? We look forward to hearing from you.
Looking to take the next step in your career? Hatch is currently seeking a highly motivated Structural Designers to join our Project Delivery Group (PDG) in Pittsburgh, PA.
PDG helps clients reach their business goals through a range of strong technical capabilities. We ensure world-class project delivery through the skills of our people, methodologies, governance, and systems. Our engineering and project management and construction disciplines ensure safe, efficient, and sustainable delivery of projects globally across the metals and mining, infrastructure, and energy sectors.
We manage our clients’ entire project lifecycle from studies to building assets, operating the assets, and developing efficiencies. Join our team and become part of a community that strives for positive change–providing the best solutions for our clients’ toughest challenges!
As a successful candidate, you will:
- Participate in a wide range of projects covering civil structures design including bridges, retaining walls, dams, culvert structures, liquid retaining structures, pump stations. Activities include site investigation, steel and concrete modeling of civil structures for both front end planning and the detailed engineering phase for multi-discipline projects.
- Develop 3D models in an integrated CAD environment and extracting 2D drawings for fabrication
- Produce detailed engineering drawings and documents
- Lead project design work, coordinate the work of Structural Designers and check the design work of other personnel
- Prepare design concepts and project proposals
- Participate in formal engineering process
- Participate in site investigation and civil/structural steel modeling for both front end planning studies and the detailed engineering phase for multidiscipline projects
You bring to the role:
- Minimum 8+ years of experience in 3D structural modeling with Bentley products (Aecosim, Open Building, Microstation). AutoCAD experience is optional
- Experience in the design of heavy industrial sector is preferred
- Must function independently with minimal supervision in a multi-discipline team setting
- Must mentor / assist on the job training of designers
- Must demonstrate strong problem-solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot issues
- Must demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work in a team environment
- Must have excellent written and oral communication skills and the ability to convey project technical information to project managers, clients and peers
- Must demonstrate organizational skills, and the ability to multi-task, prioritize, take direction, and provide direction to others ensuring the quality of deliverables
- Strong computer knowledge is required including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Excellent safety awareness
- Willingness to be a part of a global engineering company and to collaborate with teams in other offices around the world
Why join us?
- Work with great people to make a difference
- Collaborate on exciting projects to develop innovative solutions
- Top employer
What we offer you?
- Flexible work environment
- Long term career development
- Think globally, work locally
Don't meet every single requirement? You don't need to. At Hatch, we are building a diverse, inclusive workplace that fosters innovation. If you're interested in this role, we encourage you to apply even if your past experiences don't perfectly align with the skills we've listed.
We're committed to fostering a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we operate and serve. Hatch is an Equal Opportunity Employer that considers applicants without regard to age, race, color, national origin, citizenship, religion, creed, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, veteran, or any other protected status. If you have any accommodation requirements, please let us know. We'll do our best to meet your needs in accordance with applicable local legislation.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding E-3 Visa Sponsorship as a Structural Designer
Align your credentials with U.S. licensing expectations
Australian engineering degrees are generally accepted for E-3 visa purposes, but U.S. employers often ask about EIT or PE progress. Have your academic transcripts ready and be prepared to explain how your qualifications map to a four-year U.S. bachelor's equivalent.
Target firms with active LCA filing histories
Search the DOL's Office of Foreign Labor Certification disclosure data for structural or civil engineering job titles. Firms that have filed LCAs recently already understand the E-3 process, which shortens your onboarding conversation around sponsorship.
Clarify sponsorship before the final interview round
Raise E-3 sponsorship during the second or third interview, not the offer stage. Frame it as low-cost and fast for the employer, no lottery, no PERM, and DOL LCA certification typically takes seven business days, so it doesn't feel like a risk to hiring managers.
Use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service for your paperwork
Once you have an offer, use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service to handle your LCA and visa paperwork end-to-end. This removes administrative burden from your employer and reduces the risk of errors that delay your consulate appointment.
Confirm your employer qualifies before accepting an offer
Your U.S. employer must have a valid Employer Identification Number and be registered to operate in the state where you'll work. Check USCIS guidance on qualifying employers, some smaller structural consultancies lack the payroll infrastructure to sponsor visas without additional setup.
Prepare a specialty occupation letter for atypical roles
If your Structural Designer title blends design and project management duties, ask your employer to prepare a support letter that ties the role's core functions to a specific engineering discipline. This strengthens the specialty occupation case if USCIS requests more documentation at the consulate.
E-3 Visa Structural Designer: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find Structural Designer jobs with E-3 visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is the most direct way to search for Structural Designer roles filtered by E-3 sponsorship. It surfaces employers with active E-3 and LCA filing histories, so you're not cold-applying to firms that have never sponsored an Australian engineer. Filtering by role and visa type saves significant time compared to unfiltered job searches.
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 a Structural Designer role qualify as a specialty occupation for the E-3?
Yes, in most cases. The E-3 requires that the position normally requires a bachelor's degree or higher in a specific field, structural engineering, civil engineering, or architectural engineering typically satisfy this. Roles that blend design with general project coordination can require additional documentation showing that the engineering component is the primary function.
How does the E-3 compare to the H-1B for Structural Designer positions?
The E-3 is available only to Australian nationals, but it has no lottery, no annual cap, and no six-year time limit on renewals. For a Structural Designer, this means you can renew indefinitely as long as you hold a qualifying job offer. The H-1B visa requires lottery selection and involves significantly more employer cost and lead time.
Can I change employers while on an E-3 as a Structural Designer?
Yes, but the new employer must file a fresh LCA with the DOL before you start work. There's no portability provision like H-1B portability, you need the new LCA certified and a new E-3 visa stamp (or a change of status if you're already in the U.S.) before switching roles. Plan for at least a few weeks of lead time.