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Engineering roles are among the most actively sponsored H-1B visa positions in the U.S., with employers filing LCAs across civil, mechanical, electrical, software, and chemical disciplines. Specialty occupation status is well-established for most engineering titles, making the H-1B a practical path if you hold a relevant bachelor's degree or higher.
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Interviews are anticipated to be conducted within two weeks of closing date.
The New Mexico Department of Transportation (NMDOT) is the state agency that is responsible for the planning, designing, construction, maintenance, and operations of the surface transportation infrastructure and associated systems and services in New Mexico with the exception of those that are the responsibility of local entities (counties and municipalities). The Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) Bureau utilizes data, information, and advanced communications technologies to facilitate the safer and more efficient operations of that surface transportation infrastructure.
As a valued new employee to NMDOT, you may be eligible to receive three (3) days of administrative leave upon your start date. This is applicable to external hires not within the State of New Mexico Government.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The position exists to coordinate and oversee the Bureau's ITS planning, design, construction, implementation, integration, operations, maintenance, repair, and replacement activities. This includes activities that are internal to the Bureau as well as those with other staff, divisions, and districts within the Department and those with entities outside of the Department (other agencies and contractors). The position will have first line supervisory responsibility of three (3) Civil Engineering Technicians (Tech III, Tech II and Tech I) and oversee:
- ITS Planning: Architecture(s) development, Systems Engineering evaluation, concepts-of-operation development, feasibility analysis, constructibility study
- ITS Design: Plans, specifications, estimate, serials and contract document development
- ITS Construction: Coordination of inspection and oversight
- ITS Implementation/Integration: Coordination of equipment, sub-system, system testing and acceptance, concept validation
- ITS Operations and Maintenance: Daily QA/QC scheduling and protocol development
- ITS Repair and Replacement: Equipment, sub-system and system evaluations, prioritizing projects and maintenance activities
- Representation of Bureau on various committees: MPO ITS Committees, Broadband Committees, American Association of Highway and Transportation Officials (AASHTO) Committees
The primary responsibilities of this position will include:
- Ensuring ITS operational programs are in compliance with all associated and relevant federal regulations (i.e., 23CFR§940 - ITS Systems Engineering and Architecture Requirements and 23CFR§511 - Real Time Systems Operations Monitoring and Reporting Requirements);
- Ensuring ITS operational programs are in compliance with all associated and relevant state regulations (i.e., New Mexico One-Call '811');
- Ensuring the Bureau's GIS program effectively tracks and monitors
- ITS asset inventory,
- ITS maintenance, repair and replacement activities,
- ITS subsurface infrastructure management,
- ITS map layers accurately reflect to roadway network;
- Ensuring the web-based advanced traveler information system (NMRoads) program is fully operational and reporting information that is accurate, complete and timely.
- Ensuring staff has all of the needed tools, training, and resources to support the effective delivery of all of the fore-mentioned programs.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor of Science Degree from an accredited college or university in a relevant engineering discipline with licensure and five (5) years of engineering experience, one (1) of which must be as a Licensed Professional Engineer. Any combination of education from an accredited college or university in a related field and/or direct experience in this occupation totaling nine (9) years may substitute for the required education and experience. Must be certified by the NMBLPEPS as a Licensed Professional Engineer in good standing within six (6) months of hire.
EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS
- Must possess and maintain a valid Driver's License.
- Must possess and maintain a current Defensive Driving Course certificate from the State of New Mexico or must pass and receive a Defensive Driving Course certificate as a condition of continued employment.
- Employment requires successful completion of a pre-employment physical exam and is conditional pending results.
- Business Reference check and Driver's License verification are required, and employment is conditional pending results.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Work is primarily performed in an office setting. Extensive use of personal computer. Travel throughout the state and occasional out of state travel may be required.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
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Agency Contact Information: Charles Remkes, 505-490-3308 Email
For information on Statutory Requirements for this position, click the Classification Description link on the job advertisement.
This position is not covered by a collective bargaining agreement.
INTRODUCTION
Interviews are anticipated to be conducted within two weeks of closing date.
The New Mexico Department of Transportation (NMDOT) is the state agency that is responsible for the planning, designing, construction, maintenance, and operations of the surface transportation infrastructure and associated systems and services in New Mexico with the exception of those that are the responsibility of local entities (counties and municipalities). The Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) Bureau utilizes data, information, and advanced communications technologies to facilitate the safer and more efficient operations of that surface transportation infrastructure.
As a valued new employee to NMDOT, you may be eligible to receive three (3) days of administrative leave upon your start date. This is applicable to external hires not within the State of New Mexico Government.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The position exists to coordinate and oversee the Bureau's ITS planning, design, construction, implementation, integration, operations, maintenance, repair, and replacement activities. This includes activities that are internal to the Bureau as well as those with other staff, divisions, and districts within the Department and those with entities outside of the Department (other agencies and contractors). The position will have first line supervisory responsibility of three (3) Civil Engineering Technicians (Tech III, Tech II and Tech I) and oversee:
- ITS Planning: Architecture(s) development, Systems Engineering evaluation, concepts-of-operation development, feasibility analysis, constructibility study
- ITS Design: Plans, specifications, estimate, serials and contract document development
- ITS Construction: Coordination of inspection and oversight
- ITS Implementation/Integration: Coordination of equipment, sub-system, system testing and acceptance, concept validation
- ITS Operations and Maintenance: Daily QA/QC scheduling and protocol development
- ITS Repair and Replacement: Equipment, sub-system and system evaluations, prioritizing projects and maintenance activities
- Representation of Bureau on various committees: MPO ITS Committees, Broadband Committees, American Association of Highway and Transportation Officials (AASHTO) Committees
The primary responsibilities of this position will include:
- Ensuring ITS operational programs are in compliance with all associated and relevant federal regulations (i.e., 23CFR§940 - ITS Systems Engineering and Architecture Requirements and 23CFR§511 - Real Time Systems Operations Monitoring and Reporting Requirements);
- Ensuring ITS operational programs are in compliance with all associated and relevant state regulations (i.e., New Mexico One-Call '811');
- Ensuring the Bureau's GIS program effectively tracks and monitors
- ITS asset inventory,
- ITS maintenance, repair and replacement activities,
- ITS subsurface infrastructure management,
- ITS map layers accurately reflect to roadway network;
- Ensuring the web-based advanced traveler information system (NMRoads) program is fully operational and reporting information that is accurate, complete and timely.
- Ensuring staff has all of the needed tools, training, and resources to support the effective delivery of all of the fore-mentioned programs.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor of Science Degree from an accredited college or university in a relevant engineering discipline with licensure and five (5) years of engineering experience, one (1) of which must be as a Licensed Professional Engineer. Any combination of education from an accredited college or university in a related field and/or direct experience in this occupation totaling nine (9) years may substitute for the required education and experience. Must be certified by the NMBLPEPS as a Licensed Professional Engineer in good standing within six (6) months of hire.
EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS
- Must possess and maintain a valid Driver's License.
- Must possess and maintain a current Defensive Driving Course certificate from the State of New Mexico or must pass and receive a Defensive Driving Course certificate as a condition of continued employment.
- Employment requires successful completion of a pre-employment physical exam and is conditional pending results.
- Business Reference check and Driver's License verification are required, and employment is conditional pending results.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Work is primarily performed in an office setting. Extensive use of personal computer. Travel throughout the state and occasional out of state travel may be required.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
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Agency Contact Information: Charles Remkes, 505-490-3308 Email
For information on Statutory Requirements for this position, click the Classification Description link on the job advertisement.
This position is not covered by a collective bargaining agreement.
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Verify your engineering degree meets specialty occupation
USCIS requires your degree field to directly relate to your engineering role. A mechanical engineering degree supporting a software engineering petition can trigger an RFE. Pull your O*NET occupation profile to confirm the standard education requirement for your specific title before applying.
Check prevailing wage before negotiating your offer
Your employer's LCA must certify a wage at or above the DOL prevailing wage for your engineering title and work location. Run the OFLC Wage Search using your exact SOC code and county to know your floor before salary conversations begin.
Target employers with active LCA filing history
Use Migrate Mate to filter engineering jobs by employers who have filed LCAs for your occupation code. This surfaces companies already familiar with the H-1B process for your specific role, not just those who sponsor broadly.
Flag multi-site project placements early in the offer stage
Engineering roles involving client sites or multi-location deployments require separate LCA filings for each worksite outside the primary location. Raise this with your employer's legal team before signing, since missing worksite LCAs puts your status at risk if USCIS audits.
Time your registration for the cap using your OPT end date
If you're on STEM OPT, the cap-gap rule extends your work authorization through September 30 if your H-1B is selected. Confirm your OPT end date with your DSO before April 1 so you understand your coverage window if processing runs long.
Request premium processing for project-start-sensitive roles
Engineering project timelines often can't absorb a five-to-seven month standard processing wait. Premium processing through USCIS delivers a decision within 15 business days. Negotiate whether the employer covers this fee during the offer stage, not after signing.
H-1B Visa Engineering: Frequently Asked Questions
Do all engineering job titles qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
Most engineering titles qualify because they require at least a bachelor's degree in a specific technical field, which is the core specialty occupation standard. However, generalist titles like 'project engineer' or 'field engineer' can draw scrutiny if the job description doesn't clearly require a specific engineering discipline. Employers should align the job description with O*NET requirements for the relevant SOC code to reduce RFE risk.
What happens if my engineering role requires work at multiple client sites?
Each worksite outside your primary work location requires a separate LCA certified by the DOL before you begin work there. Your employer must also post a notice of the LCA at each location for ten consecutive business days. Short-term placements under 30 days in a year may qualify for a DOL short-term placement exception, but recurring or long-term multi-site assignments require full LCA compliance at every location.
How do I find engineering employers who already have H-1B sponsorship experience?
Migrate Mate filters engineering jobs by employers with verified LCA filing history, so you can identify companies that have already navigated the H-1B process for engineering roles specifically. This matters because an employer sponsoring an H-1B for the first time often underestimates the timeline and cost, which can create delays between your offer and your start date.
Can my employer file my H-1B petition before I finish my engineering degree?
USCIS requires you to have the qualifying degree in hand by the time your H-1B employment begins, which is October 1 for cap-subject petitions. Your employer can file the petition while you're completing your final semester, but you must receive your degree before your start date. Some employers request a conferred degree letter from your university registrar rather than waiting for the physical diploma.
What is the H-1B grace period if my engineering job ends involuntarily?
USCIS provides a 60-day grace period if your H-1B employment ends involuntarily, such as through a layoff. During those 60 days, you can change employers through an H-1B transfer, switch to a different visa status, or begin preparing to depart. The grace period runs from your last day of employment, not from when your employer notifies USCIS, so filing a new petition quickly is critical to maintaining lawful status.