H-1B Visa Project Controls Engineer Jobs
Project Controls Engineers manage cost, schedule, and risk on large capital projects, making the role a consistent fit for H-1B visa specialty occupation classification. Employers in energy, construction, and infrastructure regularly sponsor H-1B visas for this title. Find open roles at verified H-1B-sponsoring employers here.
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As a 100% employee-owned contractor, when you work at Sundt, you’re not just hiring on at a company, you’re joining a culture. Because everyone at Sundt is part owner, you’ll join a team of people who are deeply invested in their work. From apprentices to managers, we’re passionate about the details and deliberate in everything we do. At Sundt we focus on building long-term prosperity for our clients, communities, and employee-owners. We offer competitive pay, industry-leading benefits including a 401k and employee stock ownership plan, incentive programs for craft and administrative employees as well as training that focuses on your personal and professional growth. We’re driven by skill, grit and purpose. Join us as we strive to be the most skilled builder in America.
JOB SUMMARY
Performs engineering design evaluations and works to complete projects within budget and scheduling restraints. Reviews industry policies and procedures to ensure data accuracy, security, and regulatory compliance. Reviews reports of production, malfunction, and maintenance to determine or address problems. Provides technical support for the engineering process.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
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Designs, implements, and communicates an operational plan for completing the project.
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Develops project schedules, budgets, and forecasts.
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Gains exposure to some of the complex tasks within the job function. Occasionally directed in several aspects of the work.
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Identifies, develops, and gathers resources necessary to complete the project.
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Monitors progress and performance against the project plan.
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Prepares engineering designs and work specifications.
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Selects materials, equipment, project staff, and external contractors.
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Takes action to resolve operational problems and minimize delays.
MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS
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Requires a bachelor's degree.
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Typically reports to a supervisor or manager.
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Typically requires 2 to 4 years of related experience.
Note: Job Description is subject to change at any time and may include other duties as assigned.
Physical Requirements
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May stoop, kneel, or bend, on an occasional basis.
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Must be able to comply with all safety standards and procedures.
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Required to use hands to grasp, lift, handle, carry or feel objects on a frequent basis.
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Will interact with people and technology frequently during a shift/work day.
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Will lift, push or pull objects up to 50 lbs on an occasional basis.
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Will sit, stand or walk short distances for up to the entire duration of a shift/work day.
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Will use telephone, computer system, email, and other electronic devices on a frequent basis to communicate with internal and external customers or vendors.
SAFETY LEVEL
Non-Safety Sensitive
Note: Jobs with the Safety-Sensitive designation are those that include tasks or duties that the employer reasonably believes could affect the safety and health of the employee performing the task or others such as operating a vehicle, operating equipment, operating machinery or power tools, repairing/maintaining the operation of any vehicle/equipment, the handling/disposal/transport of hazardous materials, or the handling/treatment/disposal of potentially flammable/combustible materials.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER STATEMENT:
Sundt is committed to the equal treatment of all employees, and/or applicants for employment, and prohibits discrimination based on race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, color, age, disability, national origin, covered veteran status, genetic information; or any other classification protected by applicable Federal, state, or local laws.
BENEFIT LIST:
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Market Competitive Salary (paid weekly)
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Bonus Eligibility based on company, group, and individual performance
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Employee Stock Ownership Plan & 401K
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Industry Leading Health Coverage Starting Your First Day
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Flexible Time Off (FTO)
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Medical, Health Savings, and Wellness credits
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Flexible Spending Accounts
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Employee Assistance Program
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Workplace Wellness Programs
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Mental Health Program
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Life and Disability Insurance
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Employee-Owner Perks
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Educational Assistance
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Sundt Foundation - Charitable Employee-Owner's program
INTRODUCTION
As a 100% employee-owned contractor, when you work at Sundt, you’re not just hiring on at a company, you’re joining a culture. Because everyone at Sundt is part owner, you’ll join a team of people who are deeply invested in their work. From apprentices to managers, we’re passionate about the details and deliberate in everything we do. At Sundt we focus on building long-term prosperity for our clients, communities, and employee-owners. We offer competitive pay, industry-leading benefits including a 401k and employee stock ownership plan, incentive programs for craft and administrative employees as well as training that focuses on your personal and professional growth. We’re driven by skill, grit and purpose. Join us as we strive to be the most skilled builder in America.
JOB SUMMARY
Performs engineering design evaluations and works to complete projects within budget and scheduling restraints. Reviews industry policies and procedures to ensure data accuracy, security, and regulatory compliance. Reviews reports of production, malfunction, and maintenance to determine or address problems. Provides technical support for the engineering process.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
-
Designs, implements, and communicates an operational plan for completing the project.
-
Develops project schedules, budgets, and forecasts.
-
Gains exposure to some of the complex tasks within the job function. Occasionally directed in several aspects of the work.
-
Identifies, develops, and gathers resources necessary to complete the project.
-
Monitors progress and performance against the project plan.
-
Prepares engineering designs and work specifications.
-
Selects materials, equipment, project staff, and external contractors.
-
Takes action to resolve operational problems and minimize delays.
MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS
-
Requires a bachelor's degree.
-
Typically reports to a supervisor or manager.
-
Typically requires 2 to 4 years of related experience.
Note: Job Description is subject to change at any time and may include other duties as assigned.
Physical Requirements
-
May stoop, kneel, or bend, on an occasional basis.
-
Must be able to comply with all safety standards and procedures.
-
Required to use hands to grasp, lift, handle, carry or feel objects on a frequent basis.
-
Will interact with people and technology frequently during a shift/work day.
-
Will lift, push or pull objects up to 50 lbs on an occasional basis.
-
Will sit, stand or walk short distances for up to the entire duration of a shift/work day.
-
Will use telephone, computer system, email, and other electronic devices on a frequent basis to communicate with internal and external customers or vendors.
SAFETY LEVEL
Non-Safety Sensitive
Note: Jobs with the Safety-Sensitive designation are those that include tasks or duties that the employer reasonably believes could affect the safety and health of the employee performing the task or others such as operating a vehicle, operating equipment, operating machinery or power tools, repairing/maintaining the operation of any vehicle/equipment, the handling/disposal/transport of hazardous materials, or the handling/treatment/disposal of potentially flammable/combustible materials.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER STATEMENT:
Sundt is committed to the equal treatment of all employees, and/or applicants for employment, and prohibits discrimination based on race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, color, age, disability, national origin, covered veteran status, genetic information; or any other classification protected by applicable Federal, state, or local laws.
BENEFIT LIST:
-
Market Competitive Salary (paid weekly)
-
Bonus Eligibility based on company, group, and individual performance
-
Employee Stock Ownership Plan & 401K
-
Industry Leading Health Coverage Starting Your First Day
-
Flexible Time Off (FTO)
-
Medical, Health Savings, and Wellness credits
-
Flexible Spending Accounts
-
Employee Assistance Program
-
Workplace Wellness Programs
-
Mental Health Program
-
Life and Disability Insurance
-
Employee-Owner Perks
-
Educational Assistance
-
Sundt Foundation - Charitable Employee-Owner's program
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Project Controls Engineer
Align your credentials to SOC codes
Project Controls Engineer maps to multiple SOC codes depending on industry. Check O*NET for the correct occupational classification before applying. Mismatched credentials slow LCA filing and can trigger a Request for Evidence.
Verify prevailing wage before negotiating
Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up the prevailing wage for your specific SOC code and work location before you enter salary discussions. Your employer's LCA must certify a wage at or above that threshold, so knowing the number protects you.
Target EPC firms with active LCA histories
Engineering, procurement, and construction firms and large owner-operators in energy and infrastructure file H-1B petitions for Project Controls Engineers most regularly. Search Migrate Mate to filter for employers with verified H-1B LCA filing history for this role.
Confirm specialty occupation documentation early
USCIS scrutinizes whether Project Controls Engineer qualifies as a specialty occupation when the employer's job description is broad. Ask your prospective employer to define the minimum degree requirement in the job posting and offer letter before the I-129 is filed.
Plan around the 60-day grace period between roles
If you're changing employers, your H-1B status includes a 60-day grace period after your last day. Your new employer must file an H-1B transfer petition within that window so you can start work once the receipt notice arrives.
Request premium processing when timelines are tight
Project-based roles often have fixed mobilization dates. Ask your employer to file Form I-907 for premium processing, which moves USCIS adjudication to 15 business days and reduces the risk of missing a project start.
H-1B Visa Project Controls Engineer: Frequently Asked Questions
Does Project Controls Engineer qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes, provided the employer requires a bachelor's degree or higher in engineering, construction management, or a directly related technical field. USCIS evaluates the job description, not just the title. If the posting accepts any degree or substitutes years of experience for the degree requirement without a parallel technical requirement, the petition is more likely to face scrutiny.
Which industries sponsor H-1B visas most often for this role?
Oil and gas, power generation, infrastructure, and large-scale industrial construction consistently file H-1B petitions for Project Controls Engineers. Owner-operators running multi-year capital programs and EPC contractors managing those projects are the most active sponsors. You can browse employers with verified H-1B filing history for this role on Migrate Mate.
Can I transfer my H-1B to a new Project Controls Engineer role mid-project?
Yes. An H-1B transfer allows you to start working for a new employer once the transfer petition is filed and a receipt notice is issued, without waiting for full approval. The new employer files a fresh I-129 petition with an updated LCA. Make sure the new LCA reflects the correct prevailing wage for the work location, which may differ from your previous employer's site.
How does project-based work affect my H-1B status as a Project Controls Engineer?
H-1B status is tied to the petitioning employer, not a specific project. If you're assigned to different client sites, your employer's LCA must cover each work location or list it as a secondary worksite. If a project ends and your employer has no backfill role, you enter the 60-day grace period, after which your status lapses if no new petition is filed.
What should I check in a job offer before H-1B filing begins?
Confirm the offer letter states a specific degree requirement in a technical field, not just preferred qualifications. Verify the job title matches the SOC code your employer intends to use on the LCA. Check that the offered wage meets or exceeds the prevailing wage for the work location using OFLC Wage Search. These details directly affect whether USCIS approves the I-129 petition.