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Architectural Engineers combine structural, mechanical, and systems expertise in a way USCIS consistently recognizes as a specialty occupation, making H-1B visa sponsorship a realistic path. Firms handling commercial, institutional, and infrastructure projects file LCAs regularly, and roles that require a degree in architectural engineering or a directly related field clear the specialty occupation bar without ambiguity.
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INTRODUCTION
WSP is currently initiating a search for an Architectural Engineer (Electrical design focus) for our Denver, CO office.
Be involved in projects with our Property & Buildings Team and be a part of a growing organization that meets our client's objectives and solves their challenges.
At WSP, we are driven by inspiring the right people to be part of our future-focused business objectives. Our devotion to teamwork has allowed us to build communities and expand our skylines. Here at WSP, anything is within our reach and yours as a WSP employee. Come join us and help shape the future!
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Provides technical assistance and guidance for the due diligence, investigation, remediation, impact assessment, permitting, design, development, and construction of utility, industrial, and commercial scale projects in the public and private sector. Assist with the research, design, concept development, and construction of transmission and distribution substations, power distribution, power regulation, renewable energy, as well as protection and control systems in a wide variety of contexts (utilities, transportation, building, and Federal, State, and local government projects). Generates accurate and concise reports and documentation regarding material, installations, component, and construction specifications. Ensures that responsibilities are delivered and adhered to with a level of quality that meets or exceeds acceptable industry standards for design, safety, and functionality.
Your Impact
- Collect, compile, and analyze data relating to substation components, equipment specifications for procurement package development and pricing, IFR/IRC design and review processes, and IEEE/NESC Standards/NERC regulations for design work.
- Assist in reviewing third-party design documents, procurement lists, and project plans.
- Perform professional electrical engineering work relating to the design of single line, three line, wiring diagrams, general arrangement, substation layout and bus arrangement, grounding grid design and lightning protection in conformance with applicable rules, standards, and construction or operating permits.
- Participate in incorporating future-ready techniques, concept development, operating strategies, and various design requirements with equipment sizing and cabling, AC/DC panel design, and conduit and trenching design strategies that account for the safety and functionality of end-users, systems, and infrastructure.
- Support senior engineers with research and recommendations of fundamental components identified in design requirements, as well as field equipment applications and operations.
- Verify the characteristics of a site, providing technical assistance on various engineering, design, testing maintenance modifications, and construction procedures and issues.
- Develop electrical calculations for loads, equipment sizing, feeder sizing, voltage drop, grounding, lighting circuits and controls, facility and electrical service, and power distribution.
- Prepare data and visualizations such as tables, charts, accurate reports, sketches, calculations, and illustrations for the interpretation or presentation of data, findings, or analyses.
- Maintain quality control standards and procedures for accurate and precise measurements, statistical analysis, and reporting.
- Work as an individual or as part of a cross-functional team of engineers, planners, scientific, and construction professionals to execute project work, assist with laying out installations, calculating costs and quantities of material/equipment/labor, and ensuring project work conforms with specifications, permit applications, compliance documentation, and regulatory and technical analysis memos.
- Assist with development and scoping of small- to medium-sized projects.
- Contribute to the preparation of technical reports and presentations that explain research and findings to improve, prevent, control, restore, or address design and/or electrical engineering issues or problems.
- Conduct engineering studies and surveys to gain further information on a particular design and construction problem or issue and/or to plan for future needs.
- Assist in the analysis, evaluation, and interpretation of data obtained during field investigations, offering input with developing action plans for low to mid-level risk mitigation activities.
- Assist in the preparation and implementation of site Health and Safety Plans (HASPs).
- Work collaboratively with other engineers and disciplines on projects with electrical infrastructure authorities on Federal, State, regional, and locally funded improvement and development projects.
- 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.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering or Architectural Engineering
- 3 to 5 years of relevant post education experience in an electrical engineering or prior electrical design experience
- Knowledge of electrical engineering principles, practices, process, design/build, and the application to permitting and project work-related issues.
- Experience with infrastructure planning, design, and construction management, including rehabilitation and new design.
- Ability to coordinate with agency regulators and understand requirements.
- Knowledge of relevant engineering and electrical construction laws, codes, regulations, compliance practices, and record-keeping requirements.
- 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.
- Ability to learn new techniques, perform multiple tasks simultaneously, follow instruction, work independently, and comply with company policies.
- Moderate proficiency with technical writing, office automation, software, technology, math principles, predictive models, spreadsheets, and tools.
- Proficiency in AutoCAD and Revit, math principles, predictive models, spreadsheets, and tools.
- Critical thinking and problem-solving skills required to apply technical knowledge to reach conclusions from testing results, data collation, statistical analysis and arriving at the most effective, economical, and logical solution.
- 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. Occasional travel may be required depending on project-specific requirements.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Master’s Degree in Engineering.
- Engineer in Training Certification.
- Essential Professional Licensure/Certification.
- Prior Design Experience on Healthcare related projects.
WSP BENEFITS
WSP provides a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career. These benefits include coverage related to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life; retirement savings; paid sick leave; paid vacation (or other personal time); paid parental leave; and paid time off for purposes of bereavement, voting, and/or attendance at naturalization proceedings.
COMPENSATION
Expected Salary (Colorado only): $85,200 - $121,700
WSP USA is providing the compensation range that the company in good faith believes it might pay and/or offer for this position within the state of Colorado, based on the successful applicant’s education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities in addition to internal equity and specific geographic location. WSP USA reserves the right to ultimately pay more or less than the posted range and offer additional benefits and other compensation, depending on circumstances not related to an applicant’s sex or other status protected by local, state, and/or federal law.
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 H-1B Visa Sponsorship as an Architectural Engineer
Align your credentials to specialty occupation standards
USCIS evaluates whether your degree field directly relates to architectural engineering duties. A degree in civil or mechanical engineering supports most roles, but a general engineering degree may trigger an RFE. Get a credential evaluation from a NACES-accredited agency before you apply.
Target firms with active LCA filing histories
Filter your job search to employers who have filed LCAs for architectural engineering or closely related SOC codes. Use Migrate Mate to surface employers with verified H-1B sponsorship history in the built-environment sector, so you're not cold-applying to firms that have never sponsored.
Verify prevailing wage levels before negotiating salary
Your employer's LCA must certify wages at or above the DOL prevailing wage for your specific SOC code and work location. Use the OFLC Wage Search before accepting an offer to confirm the wage tier your role falls under, so you negotiate from an accurate baseline.
Flag project-based work arrangements during offer review
Architectural engineering roles often involve multi-site or owner-controlled project assignments. USCIS scrutinizes third-party placements heavily. Confirm with your employer whether the LCA will list the firm's office or the project site as the primary worksite, since an address mismatch can delay approval.
Use O*NET to document specialty occupation in your petition
The O*NET profile for architectural engineers specifies the degree requirements and knowledge domains USCIS uses to assess specialty occupation status. Ask your employer's attorney to cite the O*NET job zone and education requirements directly in the I-129 support letter.
Plan around the cap timeline if you're changing status
H-1B cap registrations open in March for an October 1 start date. If you're on OPT, confirm your EAD expiration and whether a STEM extension covers the gap. If selected, your employer files the full I-129 petition between April and June, so have your credentials and employment documents ready before registration closes.
H-1B Visa Architectural Engineer: Frequently Asked Questions
Does architectural engineering qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
Yes. USCIS consistently recognizes architectural engineering as a specialty occupation because the role requires at least a bachelor's degree in architectural engineering, civil engineering, or a directly related technical field. The O*NET profile and DOL occupational data both support the degree requirement, which strengthens the employer's petition. Roles that blend design coordination with building systems analysis are particularly well-documented in LCA filings.
Which employers are most likely to sponsor H-1B visas for architectural engineers?
Large architecture and engineering firms handling commercial, healthcare, and infrastructure projects file LCAs most frequently for architectural engineering roles. Federal contractors and firms working on government-funded construction also sponsor regularly because E-Verify enrollment is required for those contracts, signaling sponsorship readiness. Use Migrate Mate to filter employers by verified H-1B filing history in the built-environment sector rather than applying broadly.
How does the prevailing wage requirement affect architectural engineer H-1B petitions?
Your employer must certify in the LCA that your offered wage meets or exceeds the DOL prevailing wage for your SOC code and work location. Architectural engineering roles typically fall under SOC 17-2011, and wage levels vary significantly by metro area. Use the OFLC Wage Search to check the Level I through Level IV wage tiers for your specific location before you accept an offer, since the certified wage becomes a binding floor once the LCA is filed.
What happens to H-1B status if an architectural engineer changes project sites during employment?
USCIS requires a new or amended LCA whenever an H-1B worker moves to a worksite not covered by the original petition, unless the new location is within normal commuting distance and the same area of intended employment. For architectural engineers rotating across construction sites, the employer must file an amended I-129 or LCA amendment before the move, not after. Failing to do so is a compliance violation that can affect future petitions and extensions.
Can an architectural engineer on OPT start a job before the H-1B is approved?
Yes, if your OPT authorization covers the start date and your employer filed the H-1B petition before your EAD expires. If you're selected in the lottery, cap-gap protection automatically extends your OPT work authorization through September 30 while the October 1 petition is pending. Confirm your I-20 reflects the cap-gap extension and that your employer has filed for a timely change of status, since gaps in authorization are not retroactively cured.