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Structural Project Engineers qualify for H-1B visa sponsorship because the role meets the specialty occupation standard, a bachelor's degree in civil or structural engineering is required by definition. Large infrastructure firms, design-build contractors, and AEC consultancies are among the most consistent H-1B sponsors in this discipline.
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Thornton Tomasetti applies engineering and scientific principles to solve the world’s challenges. An independent organization of creative thinkers and innovative doers collaborating from offices worldwide, our mission is to bring our clients' ideas to life and, in the process, lay the groundwork for a better, more resilient future. We provide support and opportunities to our employees to achieve their full potential and cultivate a rewarding career.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Thornton Tomasetti, Inc. seeks Project Engineer in Chicago, IL to be responsible for helping lead the coordination, planning, and execution of engineering projects within area of responsibility.
- Communicate with clients to understand their needs and ensure work aligns with their goals.
- Plan and develop engineering programs and organize project teams based on project requirements.
- Perform structural analysis and design for a wide range of building types (data centers, schools, airports and offices) and materials, using tools like SAP2000, ETABS, RAM, ADAPT, Enercalc, RISA, SAFE and Revit, while adhering to applicable building codes.
- Manage and oversee the work of other team members, including engineers and draftspersons.
- Direct the preparation of detailed contract documents, such as drawings and specifications, to support accurate and efficient project delivery.
- Lead the Construction Administration for projects which include reviewing shop drawings, responding to RFIs and performing site visits for projects, providing solutions for issues raised by construction team and preparing field reports.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Master’s degree or foreign equivalent in Civil Engineering or a related field and three (3) years of experience in the job offered or related occupation: performing structural analysis and design using software such as SAP2000, STAAD Pro, ETABS, RAM, ADAPT, Enercalc, SAFE, RISA or Revit for modeling; analyzing building systems in compliance with industry standards and building codes including IBC, ASCE 7, ACI, and AISC; utilizing experience with load path analysis, seismic and wind load design, and material-specific design for reinforced concrete, steel, masonry, and post-tensioned systems; and preparing detailed contract documents and overseeing construction coordination.
- Two (2) years of experience must include: working on Data Centers.
- PE License required.
Telecommuting and/or working from home may be permissible pursuant to company policies. When not telecommuting, must report to work site.
COMPENSATION
- Offered salary is between $124,093 and $124,093 per year.
- The rate for this position generally is $90,000 - $115,000 annually. This range is a good faith estimate provided pursuant to the Illinois State Pay Transparency Law. It is based on what a successful Illinois State applicant might be paid and assumes that the successful candidate will be in Illinois State or perform the position from Illinois State. Similar positions located outside of Illinois State will not necessarily receive the same compensation. Actual pay rates may vary from the range, as permitted by Illinois Equal Pay Transparency Law. Compensation offers will be based on various factors, including operational needs, individual education, qualifications and experience, work location and comparison to employee already in the role, as well as other considerations permitted by law. A potential new employee’s pay history will not be used in compensation decisions.
BENEFITS
Depending on your employment status, benefits may include:
- Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D, Disability and other voluntary benefits
- Flexible Spending Accounts for Medical and Childcare
- Paid Time Off, Family Leave for New Parents, Volunteer Time
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Commuter Transit (where available)
- 401k retirement savings with Company matching on employee contributions and/or qualified student loan repayments
- Fitness Reimbursement
- And other various wellness, diversity/inclusion and employee resource programs and initiatives
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Thornton Tomasetti is proud to be an equal employment workplace. Individuals seeking employment at Thornton Tomasetti are considered without regards to age, ancestry, color, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, mental or physical disability, national origin, protected family care or medical leave status, race, religion (including beliefs and practices or the absence thereof), sexual orientation, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
Thornton Tomasetti Global Terms of Use and Privacy Statement
Carefully read these Terms of Use before using this website. Your access to and use of this website and application for a job at Thornton Tomasetti are conditioned on your acceptance and compliance with these terms.
Please access the linked document by clicking here, select the country where you are applying for employment, and review. Before submitting your application you will be asked to confirm your agreement with the terms.
To request a reasonable accommodation during the application process for this role, please contact talentconcierge@throntontomasetti.com
Beware Of Recruitment Fraud: Scammers may attempt to impersonate Thornton Tomasetti. Messages from our firm come only from the ThorntonTomasetti.com domain, Thornton Tomasetti does not use any third-party recruiters. When in doubt, please contact us through our web form here and see how you can protect yourself online here.
INTRODUCTION
Thornton Tomasetti applies engineering and scientific principles to solve the world’s challenges. An independent organization of creative thinkers and innovative doers collaborating from offices worldwide, our mission is to bring our clients' ideas to life and, in the process, lay the groundwork for a better, more resilient future. We provide support and opportunities to our employees to achieve their full potential and cultivate a rewarding career.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Thornton Tomasetti, Inc. seeks Project Engineer in Chicago, IL to be responsible for helping lead the coordination, planning, and execution of engineering projects within area of responsibility.
- Communicate with clients to understand their needs and ensure work aligns with their goals.
- Plan and develop engineering programs and organize project teams based on project requirements.
- Perform structural analysis and design for a wide range of building types (data centers, schools, airports and offices) and materials, using tools like SAP2000, ETABS, RAM, ADAPT, Enercalc, RISA, SAFE and Revit, while adhering to applicable building codes.
- Manage and oversee the work of other team members, including engineers and draftspersons.
- Direct the preparation of detailed contract documents, such as drawings and specifications, to support accurate and efficient project delivery.
- Lead the Construction Administration for projects which include reviewing shop drawings, responding to RFIs and performing site visits for projects, providing solutions for issues raised by construction team and preparing field reports.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Master’s degree or foreign equivalent in Civil Engineering or a related field and three (3) years of experience in the job offered or related occupation: performing structural analysis and design using software such as SAP2000, STAAD Pro, ETABS, RAM, ADAPT, Enercalc, SAFE, RISA or Revit for modeling; analyzing building systems in compliance with industry standards and building codes including IBC, ASCE 7, ACI, and AISC; utilizing experience with load path analysis, seismic and wind load design, and material-specific design for reinforced concrete, steel, masonry, and post-tensioned systems; and preparing detailed contract documents and overseeing construction coordination.
- Two (2) years of experience must include: working on Data Centers.
- PE License required.
Telecommuting and/or working from home may be permissible pursuant to company policies. When not telecommuting, must report to work site.
COMPENSATION
- Offered salary is between $124,093 and $124,093 per year.
- The rate for this position generally is $90,000 - $115,000 annually. This range is a good faith estimate provided pursuant to the Illinois State Pay Transparency Law. It is based on what a successful Illinois State applicant might be paid and assumes that the successful candidate will be in Illinois State or perform the position from Illinois State. Similar positions located outside of Illinois State will not necessarily receive the same compensation. Actual pay rates may vary from the range, as permitted by Illinois Equal Pay Transparency Law. Compensation offers will be based on various factors, including operational needs, individual education, qualifications and experience, work location and comparison to employee already in the role, as well as other considerations permitted by law. A potential new employee’s pay history will not be used in compensation decisions.
BENEFITS
Depending on your employment status, benefits may include:
- Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D, Disability and other voluntary benefits
- Flexible Spending Accounts for Medical and Childcare
- Paid Time Off, Family Leave for New Parents, Volunteer Time
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Commuter Transit (where available)
- 401k retirement savings with Company matching on employee contributions and/or qualified student loan repayments
- Fitness Reimbursement
- And other various wellness, diversity/inclusion and employee resource programs and initiatives
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Thornton Tomasetti is proud to be an equal employment workplace. Individuals seeking employment at Thornton Tomasetti are considered without regards to age, ancestry, color, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, mental or physical disability, national origin, protected family care or medical leave status, race, religion (including beliefs and practices or the absence thereof), sexual orientation, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
Thornton Tomasetti Global Terms of Use and Privacy Statement
Carefully read these Terms of Use before using this website. Your access to and use of this website and application for a job at Thornton Tomasetti are conditioned on your acceptance and compliance with these terms.
Please access the linked document by clicking here, select the country where you are applying for employment, and review. Before submitting your application you will be asked to confirm your agreement with the terms.
To request a reasonable accommodation during the application process for this role, please contact talentconcierge@throntontomasetti.com
Beware Of Recruitment Fraud: Scammers may attempt to impersonate Thornton Tomasetti. Messages from our firm come only from the ThorntonTomasetti.com domain, Thornton Tomasetti does not use any third-party recruiters. When in doubt, please contact us through our web form here and see how you can protect yourself online here.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Structural Project Engineer
Verify your PE license transfers across states
Many structural engineering roles require a Professional Engineer license, but H-1B status doesn't automatically mean your home-country credentials are recognized. Check NCEES reciprocity rules before applying to roles in states where PE licensure is mandatory for project sign-off.
Use OFLC Wage Search to set salary expectations
Your employer must pay at least the DOL prevailing wage for your specific SOC code and work location. Pull the Level II or III wage for Civil Engineers or Structural Engineers in your target metro before negotiating, so you know the floor USCIS will scrutinize.
Target AEC firms with recurring H-1B LCA filings
Use Migrate Mate to filter Structural Project Engineer roles by employers with verified H-1B filing history. Firms that file LCAs regularly have established processes and legal counsel, which reduces your risk of delays or denials tied to employer inexperience.
Document your specialty occupation case clearly
USCIS scrutinizes structural engineering roles when job descriptions use broad language like 'engineering support.' Ask your employer to write the offer letter around degree-specific duties, finite element analysis, load calculations, connection design, not generalist project coordination tasks.
Time your application around project award cycles
Design-build and infrastructure firms typically staff up after contract awards, often in Q1 and Q3. Approaching employers during active project ramp-up improves your chances of finding a sponsor who needs to hire quickly enough to justify H-1B filing costs.
Request premium processing if your start date is firm
If you have a project start date tied to a contract milestone, ask your employer to file Form I-907 for premium processing. USCIS adjudicates premium H-1B petitions within 15 business days, which matters when a project kickoff or client deadline is locked in.
H-1B Visa Structural Project Engineer: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Structural Project Engineer role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes. USCIS treats structural engineering as a specialty occupation because the role typically requires at minimum a bachelor's degree in civil or structural engineering. The key is that your employer's job description must reflect duties that specifically require that degree, tasks like structural analysis, load path design, or code-compliance review, rather than general project management.
How do I find employers that actually sponsor H-1B visas for structural engineering roles?
Search Migrate Mate to browse Structural Project Engineer openings filtered by employers with verified H-1B filing history. Firms in the AEC sector, particularly those with federal infrastructure contracts or multi-state portfolios, tend to sponsor most consistently because project staffing needs outpace the available local talent pool in many markets.
Will my foreign engineering degree satisfy USCIS requirements for an H-1B petition?
A foreign bachelor's degree in civil or structural engineering is generally accepted, but USCIS requires a credential evaluation from a NACES-recognized agency confirming U.S. equivalency. If your degree is a three-year program, the evaluator's analysis matters because some three-year degrees are accepted as equivalent to a U.S. four-year bachelor's, while others require supplementary coursework or experience to reach that threshold.
Does my employer need to file a PERM labor certification before sponsoring my H-1B?
No. PERM is required for green card sponsorship under EB-2 or EB-3, not for an H-1B petition. Your employer files a Labor Condition Application with the DOL, which certifies the prevailing wage and working conditions, but this is a faster administrative step, typically certified within seven business days, not the full PERM recruitment process.
Can I change employers mid-project while on H-1B status as a structural engineer?
Yes, under AC21 portability you can transfer your H-1B to a new employer once your petition has been approved and you've been in valid H-1B status. Your new employer must file an H-1B transfer petition before you start work. Changing mid-project doesn't invalidate your status, but you cannot begin work for the new employer until the transfer petition is filed.