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Roadway Engineer roles qualify as H-1B visa specialty occupations under the civil engineering SOC classification, requiring at least a bachelor's degree in civil or transportation engineering. Employers in transportation infrastructure, state DOTs, and federal contractors regularly file LCAs and sponsor H-1B petitions for these positions.
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Get Access To All JobsAt Fluor, we are proud to design and build projects and careers. We are committed to fostering a welcoming and collaborative work environment that encourages big-picture thinking, brings out the best in our employees, and helps us develop innovative solutions that contribute to building a better world together. If this sounds like a culture you would like to work in, you’re invited to apply for this role.
Fluor is seeking candidates for opportunities within our Program Delivery Support (PDS) team, working alongside the California High-Speed Rail Authority, to provide program delivery and program management services for one of the largest planned infrastructure projects in the U.S. The system will connect the 500-mile stretch between the Los Angeles region with the San Francisco Bay Area, with up to 24 stations. The first phase of the program is currently under construction in California’s Central Valley.
Job Description
The Railroad Safety and Roadway Worker Protection (RWP) Manager works under the direction of the Deputy Program Safety and Security Director and is responsible for enforcing compliance with regulatory and contract requirements while directly observing, monitoring, and inspecting railroad construction related activities. Additionally, the Railroad Safety and RWP Manager is responsible for developing, delivering, and managing all components of the federally mandated RWP training program for California High Speed Rail (HSR).
This position will supervise other employees and support the Authority’s Chief of Safety and Security. The Railroad Safety and RWP Manager is responsible for assisting in construction safety and security and oversight activities related to the program. This position has the responsibility and accountability to develop, make recommendations, and implement continuous improvement for safety and security activities related to the program.
Position Responsibilities
- Plan, develop, implement, and manage the RWP training program
- Delivers general and railroad safety training, to include applicable elements of 49 CFR 214, to Authority, consultant, and contractor staff
- Conduct audits, inspections, and risk assessments to identify potential hazards and ensure compliance with Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), Federal Railroad Administration (FRA), and California Division of Occupational Safety and Health (Cal/OSHA) requirements
- Coordinates safety meetings amongst various Staff, consultants, and contractors
- Monitor compliance and make recommendations regarding railroad safety program wide
- On call for all incident levels related to railroad construction activities to ensure resources and notifications are completed as required. Assist in root cause analysis for incidents with applicable construction contractor(s)
- Collaborate with law enforcement, emergency services, and security agencies to align site security measures with broader public safety requirements
- Coordinate with external rail partners as applicable including but not limited to adjacent freight and commuter railroads along the HSR alignment
- Prepare and present reports, briefings, and recommendations to HSR leadership, stakeholders, and oversight bodies regarding railroad safety and security activities
- Lead process improvements to enhance efficiency, accountability, and transparency in safety and security initiatives across the program
- Perform other duties as assigned
Basic Job Requirements
- Accredited four (4) year degree or global equivalent in applicable field of study and ten (10) years of work-related experience; or at least fourteen (14) years of experience in relevant field experience in lieu of education.
- Ability to communicate effectively with audiences that include but are not limited to management, coworkers, clients, vendors, contractors, and visitors
- Job related technical knowledge necessary to complete the job
- Ability to learn and apply knowledge of applicable local, state/province, and federal/national statutes and guidelines
- Ability to attend to detail and work in a time-conscious and time-effective manner
Other Job Requirements
- Five (5) or more years of experience in training and railroad operations out of the required years of work experience
- Subject matter expert in 49 CFR 214 Railroad Workplace Safety and OSHA General Industry and Construction requirements
- Ability to design, develop, implement, facilitate, evaluate, and measure training and development activities
- Strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills to work effectively with multidisciplinary teams
- Ability to travel up to 50% mostly within the state and possibility of national
Preferred Qualifications
- OSHA 30-Hour Construction Safety certification
- Experience with transit, freight, or rail infrastructure safety and security programs
- Proficiency with safety management systems, data analysis tools, and reporting platforms
We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other criteria protected by governing law.
Benefits Statement: Fluor is proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to promote employee health, wellness, and financial security. Our offerings include medical, dental and vision plans, EAP, disability coverage, life insurance, AD&D, voluntary benefit plans, 401(k) with a company match, paid time off (personal, bereavement, sick, holidays) for salaried employees, paid sick leave per state requirement for craft employees, parental leave, and training and development courses.
Market Rate Statement: The market rate for the role is typically at the mid-point of the salary range; however, variations in final salary are determined by additional factors such as the candidate’s qualifications, relevant years of experience, geographic location, internal pay equity, and prevailing market conditions for the specific role.
Notice to Candidates: Background checks are carried out as part of any conditional offer made, including (but not limited to & role dependent) education, professional registration, employment, references, passport verifications and Global Watchlist screening.
To be Considered Candidates: Must be authorized to work in the country where the position is located.
Salary Range: $125,500.00 - $233,500.00
At Fluor, we are proud to design and build projects and careers. We are committed to fostering a welcoming and collaborative work environment that encourages big-picture thinking, brings out the best in our employees, and helps us develop innovative solutions that contribute to building a better world together. If this sounds like a culture you would like to work in, you’re invited to apply for this role.
Fluor is seeking candidates for opportunities within our Program Delivery Support (PDS) team, working alongside the California High-Speed Rail Authority, to provide program delivery and program management services for one of the largest planned infrastructure projects in the U.S. The system will connect the 500-mile stretch between the Los Angeles region with the San Francisco Bay Area, with up to 24 stations. The first phase of the program is currently under construction in California’s Central Valley.
Job Description
The Railroad Safety and Roadway Worker Protection (RWP) Manager works under the direction of the Deputy Program Safety and Security Director and is responsible for enforcing compliance with regulatory and contract requirements while directly observing, monitoring, and inspecting railroad construction related activities. Additionally, the Railroad Safety and RWP Manager is responsible for developing, delivering, and managing all components of the federally mandated RWP training program for California High Speed Rail (HSR).
This position will supervise other employees and support the Authority’s Chief of Safety and Security. The Railroad Safety and RWP Manager is responsible for assisting in construction safety and security and oversight activities related to the program. This position has the responsibility and accountability to develop, make recommendations, and implement continuous improvement for safety and security activities related to the program.
Position Responsibilities
- Plan, develop, implement, and manage the RWP training program
- Delivers general and railroad safety training, to include applicable elements of 49 CFR 214, to Authority, consultant, and contractor staff
- Conduct audits, inspections, and risk assessments to identify potential hazards and ensure compliance with Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), Federal Railroad Administration (FRA), and California Division of Occupational Safety and Health (Cal/OSHA) requirements
- Coordinates safety meetings amongst various Staff, consultants, and contractors
- Monitor compliance and make recommendations regarding railroad safety program wide
- On call for all incident levels related to railroad construction activities to ensure resources and notifications are completed as required. Assist in root cause analysis for incidents with applicable construction contractor(s)
- Collaborate with law enforcement, emergency services, and security agencies to align site security measures with broader public safety requirements
- Coordinate with external rail partners as applicable including but not limited to adjacent freight and commuter railroads along the HSR alignment
- Prepare and present reports, briefings, and recommendations to HSR leadership, stakeholders, and oversight bodies regarding railroad safety and security activities
- Lead process improvements to enhance efficiency, accountability, and transparency in safety and security initiatives across the program
- Perform other duties as assigned
Basic Job Requirements
- Accredited four (4) year degree or global equivalent in applicable field of study and ten (10) years of work-related experience; or at least fourteen (14) years of experience in relevant field experience in lieu of education.
- Ability to communicate effectively with audiences that include but are not limited to management, coworkers, clients, vendors, contractors, and visitors
- Job related technical knowledge necessary to complete the job
- Ability to learn and apply knowledge of applicable local, state/province, and federal/national statutes and guidelines
- Ability to attend to detail and work in a time-conscious and time-effective manner
Other Job Requirements
- Five (5) or more years of experience in training and railroad operations out of the required years of work experience
- Subject matter expert in 49 CFR 214 Railroad Workplace Safety and OSHA General Industry and Construction requirements
- Ability to design, develop, implement, facilitate, evaluate, and measure training and development activities
- Strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills to work effectively with multidisciplinary teams
- Ability to travel up to 50% mostly within the state and possibility of national
Preferred Qualifications
- OSHA 30-Hour Construction Safety certification
- Experience with transit, freight, or rail infrastructure safety and security programs
- Proficiency with safety management systems, data analysis tools, and reporting platforms
We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other criteria protected by governing law.
Benefits Statement: Fluor is proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to promote employee health, wellness, and financial security. Our offerings include medical, dental and vision plans, EAP, disability coverage, life insurance, AD&D, voluntary benefit plans, 401(k) with a company match, paid time off (personal, bereavement, sick, holidays) for salaried employees, paid sick leave per state requirement for craft employees, parental leave, and training and development courses.
Market Rate Statement: The market rate for the role is typically at the mid-point of the salary range; however, variations in final salary are determined by additional factors such as the candidate’s qualifications, relevant years of experience, geographic location, internal pay equity, and prevailing market conditions for the specific role.
Notice to Candidates: Background checks are carried out as part of any conditional offer made, including (but not limited to & role dependent) education, professional registration, employment, references, passport verifications and Global Watchlist screening.
To be Considered Candidates: Must be authorized to work in the country where the position is located.
Salary Range: $125,500.00 - $233,500.00
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Roadway Engineer
Verify your degree meets specialty occupation
USCIS requires your degree field to directly relate to roadway engineering duties. A civil, transportation, or structural engineering degree satisfies this. A general business or unrelated STEM degree will trigger an RFE, so confirm alignment before applying.
Target employers with active LCA filings
Search DOL's Office of Foreign Labor Certification disclosure data for employers who have filed LCAs under civil engineering SOC codes. State DOTs, federal highway contractors, and transportation consultancies like HNTB, Kimley-Horn, and AECOM file regularly.
Use Migrate Mate to filter H-1B sponsors
Migrate Mate surfaces employers with verified H-1B LCA filing history filtered by occupation code, so you can identify roadway engineering sponsors without manually downloading raw DOL disclosure files.
Confirm your role qualifies at prevailing wage Level I or higher
Run your target job title and work location through the OFLC Wage Search before negotiating an offer. Your offered salary must meet the applicable prevailing wage level; falling below Level I is a filing blocker your employer cannot work around.
Ask employers about PE licensure and H-1B timing
Some state roadway engineering roles require a Professional Engineer license, which takes years to obtain. Clarify with your prospective employer whether PE licensure is required at hire or after, since licensure requirements affect how USCIS evaluates specialty occupation.
File during the cap registration window each March
H-1B cap registration opens in March for an October 1 start date. If you're on OPT, confirm your OPT end date leaves enough runway; if selected, your employer files the full petition after registration. Missing the window means waiting a full year.
H-1B Visa Roadway Engineer: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Roadway Engineer role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes. Roadway Engineer positions fall under civil engineering SOC codes, which USCIS consistently recognizes as specialty occupations requiring at least a bachelor's degree in a directly related field. Your employer will document this in the H-1B petition using the job description, required qualifications, and your credentials. Roles that list a degree as preferred rather than required can create complications, so verify the job posting language before proceeding.
Which employers sponsor H-1B visas for Roadway Engineer positions?
State departments of transportation, federal highway contractors, and large transportation engineering consultancies are the most consistent H-1B sponsors for roadway engineering roles. You can identify active sponsors by reviewing DOL LCA disclosure data filtered to civil engineering occupation codes. Migrate Mate organizes this data by employer and role so you can search verified H-1B sponsors directly without downloading raw government files.
How does the prevailing wage requirement affect Roadway Engineer H-1B offers?
Your employer must certify through an LCA that your offered salary meets the DOL prevailing wage for your specific roadway engineering title and work location. Prevailing wages vary significantly by metropolitan area and experience level. Run your job title and location through the OFLC Wage Search before evaluating an offer, since your employer cannot legally pay below the certified wage once the LCA is filed.
Can a Professional Engineer license affect my H-1B petition as a Roadway Engineer?
It can, in both directions. Holding a PE license strengthens your specialty occupation argument because licensure demonstrates the role requires advanced professional knowledge. However, if your employer requires a PE at hire and you don't yet hold one, USCIS may scrutinize whether the position genuinely requires a bachelor's-level specialty. Clarify PE requirements with your employer before the petition is filed and document your degree qualifications thoroughly.
What happens to my H-1B status if my roadway engineering project ends before my petition expires?
If your employer terminates your employment before your H-1B expires, you enter a 60-day grace period during which you can seek a new H-1B sponsor, change status, or prepare to depart. A new sponsoring employer can file an H-1B transfer petition, which lets you start working for the new employer once the transfer is filed, not after approval. Notify your employer early if project timelines are uncertain so you can plan accordingly.