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Staff Designer roles at U.S. companies can support EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship through PERM labor certification, which requires your employer to document that no equally qualified U.S. worker is available. Design portfolios, degree credentials, and prevailing wage compliance all factor into a successful sponsorship case.
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INTRODUCTION
Are you seeking purpose, challenge, and talented colleagues? With a diverse portfolio of commercial, retail, hospitality, multi-family, and light industrial programs, CESO has the opportunity for you to develop your career. We develop leaders and empower our associates to use their skills and talents to positively impact the world through service – to our coworkers, clients, and communities. We subscribe to the mission of “finding purpose through serving others,” so if this speaks to you, let’s connect!
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
At CESO, a Mechanical Staff Designer II is proficient in basic engineering practices which helps the senior design staff execute projects by performing basic duties including technical design and calculations, document production, and all other necessary project duties to complete projects on time, within budget and consistent with industry production and care standards.
- Communication of basic design requirements effectively with internal and external design team members, contractors, and equipment sales representatives to determine project scope and feasibility.
- Begin to develop design approaches and concepts with the input and oversight from senior staff.
- Participate in client, company, and industry events to build and maintain professional relationships.
- Develop an understanding of industry standards, the technical policies and company-specific procedures for project execution.
- Perform calculations, design basic engineering system(s), and fulfill other duties as assigned through collaboration and with assistance from experienced design staff.
- Create system layouts, detail drawings, schematics, and schedules using Revit, AutoCAD or other software.
- Develop Heating and Cooling Load Calculations within Carrier HAP software.
- Model airside ductwork, air terminals, and equipment.
- Model waterside piping, pumps, terminal and main equipment.
- Help prepare and modify studies, plans, reports, specifications, and project designs.
- Assist project managers and design team with project coordination and facilitation between architects, contractors, other engineers, and other team members to determine project scope, feasibility, and equipment needs, and provide operating procedures and technical information.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Architectural Engineering from an ABET accredited college or university and 3 or more years of relevant experience is preferred; Or a minimum of 5 years of relevant design experience without a degree is required.
- Master’s degree in Mechanical or Architectural Engineering, or similar discipline, can substitute up to 1 year of work experience.
- Intermediate knowledge and proficiency in engineering design, AEC industry, codes and standards is required.
- Completion of Fundamentals of Engineering Examination (FE) and certification as an Engineering in Training (EIT) with a state licensure board is preferred.
- Computer skills necessary to enter daily timesheet data and use Microsoft Outlook for email correspondence.
- Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite. Prior experience with AutoCAD, Revit, Carrier HAP, and BlueBeam Revu is preferred.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Benefits And Perks
- Flexible and Hybrid Work Schedule
- Paid Time Off – Credited to You 100% Upfront
- 401K with a Company Match
- Rewards and Recognition Program
- Training and Development to Foster Professional Growth
- Paid Holidays
- Medical / Dental / Vision Coverage
- Welcome Box
- Casual Dress Code
- Reimbursement for Professional Licenses
- Paid Time Off for Community Team Service Events
- Voluntary or Supplemental Short-Term / Long-Term Disability
- Employee Assistance Program
- Company Paid Bonding and Recovery
- Employee Events such as Lunches and Outings to Foster a Positive Work Environment
COMPENSATION
- Salary Range: $60,997 - $104,549 a year
CESO Compensation Transparency
The pay band shown reflects the minimum and maximum base salary for this position at CESO. Actual pay is determined by several factors, including location, experience, education, skills, and internal equity. Our pay structures are benchmarked against industry and market data to stay competitive. Each offer is based on a full review of a candidate’s background, qualifications, and fit for the role. Below are the typical new hire pay ranges for this position based on location:
Rogers, AR: $60,997 - $72,444
CESO is a principle-centered organization that aligns with strong service values, integrity, and authenticity. We develop and inspire through training and coaching on the job. At CESO, we believe that work should be more rewarding than just a paycheck. In addition to a comprehensive benefit and compensation program, we create memories and friendships through our employee and service events.
CESO, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. This organization participates in E-Verify and is a drug-free workplace. Criminal background checks and drug/alcohol checks are required. We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as a Staff Designer
Align your portfolio with PERM requirements
PERM requires your employer to define a specific minimum qualification for the role. Make sure your portfolio and degree directly match that stated requirement, because gaps between your credentials and the job description can trigger audit scrutiny.
Verify your degree field supports EB-2
EB-2 eligibility turns on whether your degree is in a field directly related to design. A fine arts or graphic design degree maps cleanly, but a general business degree may require supplemental evidence of specialized design expertise to qualify.
Use O*NET to frame your specialty occupation case
Look up the Staff Designer occupation profile on O*NET to find the official degree requirements and skill descriptors DOL recognizes. Employers use this data when writing the PERM job description, and matching your credentials to it strengthens the filing.
Target employers with PERM filing history
Search for Staff Designer roles on Migrate Mate, which filters for employers with active green card sponsorship history. Focusing your search on verified PERM sponsors avoids wasting time on companies that have never navigated the filing process.
Confirm prevailing wage before accepting an offer
Run the offered salary against the OFLC Wage Search before signing anything. DOL sets prevailing wage levels by job title, region, and experience tier, and your employer must pay at or above that level throughout the PERM and I-140 process.
Ask about concurrent I-140 and I-485 filing eligibility
If your priority date is current when PERM certifies, your employer can file the I-140 and I-485 together, which locks in your green card application date immediately. Confirming this upfront with your employer's immigration counsel can cut months off your timeline.
Green Card Staff Designer: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Staff Designer role qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Staff Designer roles typically qualify for EB-3 as skilled worker positions, and can support EB-2 when the employer requires an advanced degree or equivalent specialized credentials. The deciding factor is how the employer writes the minimum job requirements in the PERM labor certification. If the role requires a master's degree or a bachelor's degree plus substantial specialized experience, EB-2 becomes viable.
How does PERM green card sponsorship differ from H-1B for a Staff Designer?
H-1B visa is a temporary nonimmigrant status capped at 85,000 new approvals annually and subject to a lottery. PERM-based green card sponsorship has no annual cap at the EB-3 level for most nationalities, leads to permanent residency, and is not lottery-dependent. The tradeoff is timeline: PERM labor certification, I-140 approval, and adjustment of status can take two or more years combined, compared to an H-1B approval in a few months.
How can I find Staff Designer jobs where the employer will sponsor a green card?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for this search. You can filter Staff Designer roles by employers who have a documented history of PERM sponsorship, which removes the uncertainty of cold-applying to companies that have never filed for a foreign worker. Most general job boards don't surface sponsorship history at all, so you end up spending significant time on outreach that leads nowhere.
What does the PERM recruitment process mean for my Staff Designer job search?
Before filing PERM, your employer must run a DOL-mandated recruitment campaign to demonstrate no qualified U.S. worker applied for the role. This process typically takes 60 to 90 days. For you as the candidate, it means your start date and green card timeline depend on that recruitment completing without a successful U.S. applicant. Understanding this cycle helps you set realistic expectations when negotiating your offer.
Can a Staff Designer self-petition for a green card without employer sponsorship?
Self-petition is possible under EB-1A for individuals with demonstrated extraordinary recognition in the field, or under EB-2 National Interest Waiver for those whose work benefits the U.S. in a significant way. Both paths are harder to establish for Staff Designers than employer-sponsored PERM, because they require evidence well beyond normal professional accomplishment. Most Staff Designers pursue employer-sponsored EB-2 or EB-3 as the more accessible route. Consult an immigration attorney to assess whether your specific credentials support a self-petition.