H-1B1 Chile Visa Design Engineer Jobs
Design Engineer jobs with H-1B1 Chile visa sponsorship are a direct path for Chilean engineers to work in the U.S. without entering a lottery. The H-1B1 Chile program reserves 1,400 annual visas exclusively for Chilean nationals, and that cap has never filled, meaning your application competes on merit, not luck.
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Work with Us. Change the World.
At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world’s most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.
There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.
We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.
Job Description
AECOM is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Transportation Design Engineer - CE III to join our growing Transportation team in Middleton, Wisconsin. In this role, you will contribute to the design and delivery of impactful transportation projects including highways, interchanges, local roadways, and multimodal corridors throughout Wisconsin and the Midwest. You will play a key role in developing 3D design models, preparing engineering calculations, and supporting projects from planning through final design and construction. This position offers the opportunity to collaborate with experienced transportation professionals, take ownership of design tasks, and continue developing your technical expertise while mentoring junior staff.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform transportation engineering design for highways, interchanges, urban roadways, and multimodal transportation projects using industry-standard design tools.
- Develop and maintain 3D roadway models utilizing AutoCAD Civil 3D.
- Perform engineering calculations, geometric design, drainage coordination, and other design tasks for moderately complex transportation assignments.
- Gather, review, and interpret engineering data to support project development and design decisions.
- Prepare design plans, specifications, reports, technical memoranda, and supporting documentation.
- Identify and resolve design challenges while ensuring compliance with internal quality management procedures and applicable agency standards.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including traffic, drainage, structures, environmental, and construction professionals.
- Provide guidance and mentorship to entry-level engineers and technical staff.
- Manage assigned tasks to meet project budgets, schedules, and quality expectations with minimal supervision.
- Coordinate with Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT), municipal clients, and other public agencies throughout project development.
Minimum Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related discipline and 4+ years of relevant transportation engineering experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a closely related engineering discipline.
- 6+ years of experience in transportation design, including highways, interchanges, arterial roadways, or municipal transportation infrastructure.
- Professional Engineer (PE) license in Wisconsin or the ability to obtain licensure within six months of hire.
- Experience working with the Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT), county highway departments, or municipal transportation agencies.
- Proficiency with AutoCAD Civil 3D.
- Experience preparing roadway plan sets, engineering reports, and construction documents for transportation improvement projects.
- Strong communication and collaboration skills with multidisciplinary project teams and clients.
- Experience mentoring junior engineers and supporting project delivery from preliminary design through final plans and construction support.
Additional Information
At AECOM, we are committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process and take any fraudulent hiring activity seriously. To support this commitment, all newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.
About AECOM
AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.
AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients’ complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. Learn more at aecom.com.
What makes AECOM a great place to work
You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you’ll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community—where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
Company Description
Work with Us. Change the World.
At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world’s most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.
There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.
We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.
Job Description
AECOM is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Transportation Design Engineer - CE III to join our growing Transportation team in Middleton, Wisconsin. In this role, you will contribute to the design and delivery of impactful transportation projects including highways, interchanges, local roadways, and multimodal corridors throughout Wisconsin and the Midwest. You will play a key role in developing 3D design models, preparing engineering calculations, and supporting projects from planning through final design and construction. This position offers the opportunity to collaborate with experienced transportation professionals, take ownership of design tasks, and continue developing your technical expertise while mentoring junior staff.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform transportation engineering design for highways, interchanges, urban roadways, and multimodal transportation projects using industry-standard design tools.
- Develop and maintain 3D roadway models utilizing AutoCAD Civil 3D.
- Perform engineering calculations, geometric design, drainage coordination, and other design tasks for moderately complex transportation assignments.
- Gather, review, and interpret engineering data to support project development and design decisions.
- Prepare design plans, specifications, reports, technical memoranda, and supporting documentation.
- Identify and resolve design challenges while ensuring compliance with internal quality management procedures and applicable agency standards.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including traffic, drainage, structures, environmental, and construction professionals.
- Provide guidance and mentorship to entry-level engineers and technical staff.
- Manage assigned tasks to meet project budgets, schedules, and quality expectations with minimal supervision.
- Coordinate with Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT), municipal clients, and other public agencies throughout project development.
Minimum Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related discipline and 4+ years of relevant transportation engineering experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a closely related engineering discipline.
- 6+ years of experience in transportation design, including highways, interchanges, arterial roadways, or municipal transportation infrastructure.
- Professional Engineer (PE) license in Wisconsin or the ability to obtain licensure within six months of hire.
- Experience working with the Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT), county highway departments, or municipal transportation agencies.
- Proficiency with AutoCAD Civil 3D.
- Experience preparing roadway plan sets, engineering reports, and construction documents for transportation improvement projects.
- Strong communication and collaboration skills with multidisciplinary project teams and clients.
- Experience mentoring junior engineers and supporting project delivery from preliminary design through final plans and construction support.
Additional Information
At AECOM, we are committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process and take any fraudulent hiring activity seriously. To support this commitment, all newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.
About AECOM
AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.
AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients’ complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. Learn more at aecom.com.
What makes AECOM a great place to work
You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you’ll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community—where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Visa Sponsorship as a Design Engineer
Verify your degree meets specialty occupation criteria
The H-1B1 Chile requires your engineering degree to directly correspond to the design engineering role. A mechanical engineering degree supporting a product design role qualifies; a general business degree does not. Cross-check the O*NET profile for Design Engineers to confirm the required field of study before applying.
Request an LCA before your offer letter is finalized
Your employer must file a Labor Condition Application with DOL before the consulate can process your H-1B1 visa. Ask hiring managers early whether their legal team has filed LCAs for this role before, so you don't lose weeks waiting on a first-time filing.
Search for employers with active H-1B1 Chile filing history
Not every company that hires engineers has filed H-1B1 Chile petitions. Use Migrate Mate to filter Design Engineer roles by employers with verified H-1B1 Chile sponsorship history, so you spend your time on companies already set up for this visa.
Target design-intensive industries with established sponsorship infrastructure
Aerospace, semiconductor, and industrial equipment manufacturers file H-1B1 Chile petitions more consistently than early-stage startups, which often lack immigration counsel. Focus your outreach on companies where design engineering is a core function, not a support role.
Benchmark your offered salary against OFLC Wage Search before negotiating
Your employer must pay at least the DOL prevailing wage for your specific job title and location. Run the OFLC Wage Search for Design Engineer under the correct SOC code before your offer discussion, so you can flag any gap before the LCA is submitted.
Prepare a portfolio demonstrating specialty occupation depth
Consular officers assess whether your role genuinely requires a theoretical and practical application of engineering. Bring documented project examples that show design complexity, not just execution tasks, to demonstrate your position qualifies as a specialty occupation under H-1B1 Chile standards.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Design Engineer role qualify as a specialty occupation for the H-1B1 Chile visa?
Yes, design engineering qualifies as a specialty occupation when the position requires at least a bachelor's degree in engineering or a directly related field. USCIS evaluates whether the role's duties require theoretical and practical application of highly specialized knowledge. Roles focused on creative or iterative design work in mechanical, electrical, or systems engineering consistently meet this standard.
How does the H-1B1 Chile visa differ from the H-1B for Design Engineers?
The H-1B1 Chile visa skips the H-1B lottery entirely and is processed at the consulate, not through USCIS. The annual cap is 1,400 visas for Chilean nationals, and it has never come close to filling. The tradeoff is that H-1B visa1 Chile does not allow dual intent, so it's better suited for engineers who aren't yet pursuing a green card.
How do I find Design Engineer employers who already sponsor the H-1B1 Chile visa?
Migrate Mate lets you filter Design Engineer job listings by employers with confirmed H-1B1 Chile sponsorship history, which saves time compared to approaching companies without immigration infrastructure. Employers in aerospace, automotive, and semiconductor manufacturing file for this role most consistently, and having prior filing history means less internal friction when your offer stage begins.
Can my employer file the H-1B1 Chile petition while I'm still in Chile?
Yes. The H-1B1 Chile is a consular-processed visa, meaning your employer files the Labor Condition Application with DOL, and you apply for the visa stamp at a U.S. consulate in Chile rather than adjusting status inside the U.S. This makes it straightforward to begin the process before you relocate.
What happens to my H-1B1 Chile status if my Design Engineer role changes significantly?
A material change in job duties can affect your H-1B1 Chile status if the new responsibilities no longer align with the approved LCA or the specialty occupation definition. Your employer should file an amended LCA with DOL before the role change takes effect. Small scope expansions within the same engineering function typically don't require a new filing.