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Senior Microsoft Fabric Engineer roles in the U.S. typically qualify for J-1 sponsorship under the Trainee or Research Scholar category, depending on your background and host organization. A State Department-designated sponsor issues your DS-2019, while your U.S. employer serves as the host. No lottery or annual cap applies.
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We are Olsson. We engineer and design solutions that improve the world around us. As a company, we promise to always be responsive, transparent, and focused on results – for our people, our clients, and our company. We’re a people-centric firm, so it’s no surprise our greatest asset is our people. The impact this creates is an environment that encourages our people to grow and be creative with their talents. This approach builds a culture that is uniquely Olsson. It allows us to grow our people as we grow our business. This, in turn, creates a lasting impact on the world around us.
Job Description
Imagine shaping the future of energy at a senior level. As part of Olsson’s Transmission and Distribution team, you’ll lead the design and delivery of high-voltage infrastructure that powers communities, supports renewable integration, and strengthens grid reliability. This Senior Engineer role is focused on PLS‑CADD‑based transmission and distribution line design. Candidates may come from a variety of engineering backgrounds commonly associated with power delivery, with expertise centered on line modeling, structure analysis, and constructible design. You’ll guide projects from concept through construction, mentor engineers and designers, and work directly with clients to deliver high-quality, defensible solutions.
Primary Responsibilities
- Lead the engineering and design of transmission and distribution line projects, with a strong emphasis on PLS‑CADD modeling and analysis.
- Develop and review transmission line layouts, structure loading, sag-tension calculations, and clearance analyses.
- Serve as a technical resource and mentor for engineers and designers, providing guidance, QA/QC, and design oversight.
- Coordinate with internal disciplines (substation, civil, environmental, right-of-way) to deliver integrated solutions.
- Interface directly with clients, utilities, and project stakeholders to define scope, schedule, and technical approach.
- Review and stamp engineering deliverables as appropriate.
- Participate in field visits, constructability reviews, and support during construction as needed.
- Contribute to process improvement, standards development, and best practices within the Transmission & Distribution group.
Qualifications
You are passionate about:
- Working collaboratively with others.
- Having ownership in the work you do.
- Using your talents to positively affect communities.
You Bring To The Team
- Strong communication skills.
- Ability to contribute and work well with a team.
- Excellent interpersonal and problem-solving skills.
- Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, civil engineering, or related field.
- 8+ years of progressive experience in transmission and/or distribution line engineering.
- Advanced proficiency in PLS CADD; experience with PLS POLE and PLS TOWER is strongly preferred.
- Demonstrated experience leading projects and performing detailed engineering calculations.
- Professional Engineer (PE) license.
- Experience working with utility clients and applicable industry standards.
Additional Information
Olsson specializes in engineering and design, client advisory services, planning, field services, and environmental. Improving the world has been our mindset from the very beginning, back when Olsson first opened for business in 1956. And it will be our mindset for years to come.
As An Olsson Employee, You Will
- Receive a competitive 401(k) match
- Be empowered to build your career with tailored development paths
- Have the possibility for flexible work arrangements
- Engage in work that has a positive impact on communities
- Participate in a wellness program promoting balanced lifestyles
In addition, full-time employees will receive our traditional benefits package (health care, vision, dental, paid time off, etc.) and the opportunity to participate in a bonus system that rewards performance.
Olsson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage qualified minority, female, veteran, and disabled candidates to apply and be considered for open positions. We do not discriminate against any applicant for employment or any employee because of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender, disability, age, military status, or other protected status. Olsson understands the importance of privacy and is committed to protecting job applicants’ personal information. Pursuant to the California Consumer Privacy Act, as amended by the California Privacy Rights Act (collectively, the “CCPA”), this notice explains Olsson’s practices regarding the collection, use, and disclosure of personal information for job applicants residing in California. Please read this Notice carefully to understand our privacy practices. For more information about the types of information we collect and how we use it in connection with your general access and use of our website, please review our general California Privacy Notice here.
Company Description
We are Olsson. We engineer and design solutions that improve the world around us. As a company, we promise to always be responsive, transparent, and focused on results – for our people, our clients, and our company. We’re a people-centric firm, so it’s no surprise our greatest asset is our people. The impact this creates is an environment that encourages our people to grow and be creative with their talents. This approach builds a culture that is uniquely Olsson. It allows us to grow our people as we grow our business. This, in turn, creates a lasting impact on the world around us.
Job Description
Imagine shaping the future of energy at a senior level. As part of Olsson’s Transmission and Distribution team, you’ll lead the design and delivery of high-voltage infrastructure that powers communities, supports renewable integration, and strengthens grid reliability. This Senior Engineer role is focused on PLS‑CADD‑based transmission and distribution line design. Candidates may come from a variety of engineering backgrounds commonly associated with power delivery, with expertise centered on line modeling, structure analysis, and constructible design. You’ll guide projects from concept through construction, mentor engineers and designers, and work directly with clients to deliver high-quality, defensible solutions.
Primary Responsibilities
- Lead the engineering and design of transmission and distribution line projects, with a strong emphasis on PLS‑CADD modeling and analysis.
- Develop and review transmission line layouts, structure loading, sag-tension calculations, and clearance analyses.
- Serve as a technical resource and mentor for engineers and designers, providing guidance, QA/QC, and design oversight.
- Coordinate with internal disciplines (substation, civil, environmental, right-of-way) to deliver integrated solutions.
- Interface directly with clients, utilities, and project stakeholders to define scope, schedule, and technical approach.
- Review and stamp engineering deliverables as appropriate.
- Participate in field visits, constructability reviews, and support during construction as needed.
- Contribute to process improvement, standards development, and best practices within the Transmission & Distribution group.
Qualifications
You are passionate about:
- Working collaboratively with others.
- Having ownership in the work you do.
- Using your talents to positively affect communities.
You Bring To The Team
- Strong communication skills.
- Ability to contribute and work well with a team.
- Excellent interpersonal and problem-solving skills.
- Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, civil engineering, or related field.
- 8+ years of progressive experience in transmission and/or distribution line engineering.
- Advanced proficiency in PLS CADD; experience with PLS POLE and PLS TOWER is strongly preferred.
- Demonstrated experience leading projects and performing detailed engineering calculations.
- Professional Engineer (PE) license.
- Experience working with utility clients and applicable industry standards.
Additional Information
Olsson specializes in engineering and design, client advisory services, planning, field services, and environmental. Improving the world has been our mindset from the very beginning, back when Olsson first opened for business in 1956. And it will be our mindset for years to come.
As An Olsson Employee, You Will
- Receive a competitive 401(k) match
- Be empowered to build your career with tailored development paths
- Have the possibility for flexible work arrangements
- Engage in work that has a positive impact on communities
- Participate in a wellness program promoting balanced lifestyles
In addition, full-time employees will receive our traditional benefits package (health care, vision, dental, paid time off, etc.) and the opportunity to participate in a bonus system that rewards performance.
Olsson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage qualified minority, female, veteran, and disabled candidates to apply and be considered for open positions. We do not discriminate against any applicant for employment or any employee because of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender, disability, age, military status, or other protected status. Olsson understands the importance of privacy and is committed to protecting job applicants’ personal information. Pursuant to the California Consumer Privacy Act, as amended by the California Privacy Rights Act (collectively, the “CCPA”), this notice explains Olsson’s practices regarding the collection, use, and disclosure of personal information for job applicants residing in California. Please read this Notice carefully to understand our privacy practices. For more information about the types of information we collect and how we use it in connection with your general access and use of our website, please review our general California Privacy Notice here.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding J-1 Visa Sponsorship as a Senior Microsoft Fabric Engineer
Verify your DS-2019 category early
Confirm whether your background qualifies under the Trainee or Research Scholar category before applying. Trainee suits recent graduates or early-career professionals; Research Scholar fits those conducting applied data platform research at a qualifying host institution.
Document Fabric-specific skills for your training plan
Your designated sponsor requires a detailed training plan outlining skills you'll develop. Map your Microsoft Fabric competencies, including lakehouse architecture, Direct Lake mode, and data pipeline orchestration, to measurable learning objectives for each program phase.
Target host employers with existing sponsor relationships
Search for Senior Microsoft Fabric Engineer roles on Migrate Mate, which surfaces U.S. employers already aligned with J-1 sponsorship. A host that has worked with designated sponsors before moves through DS-2019 issuance significantly faster than one starting from scratch.
Confirm the two-year rule applies to your nationality
The two-year home-residency requirement applies if your home country appears on the Exchange Visitor Skills List or if your J-1 program is government-funded. Check with USCIS before accepting an offer, since this requirement affects any future H-1B or green card path.
Align your offer letter with program duration limits
Trainee programs cap at 18 months; Research Scholar programs allow up to five years. Negotiate your employment contract start and end dates to fit within these windows, and confirm your host employer understands extensions require new DS-2019 issuance, not a simple contract renewal.
Cross-check prevailing wage before finalizing your offer
Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up the prevailing wage for data engineering roles in your target city. Your host employer's offer must meet this threshold, and your designated sponsor will flag discrepancies during DS-2019 review, which can delay your start date.
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Which J-1 program category fits a Senior Microsoft Fabric Engineer role?
Most Senior Microsoft Fabric Engineers qualify under the Trainee category if they're within 12 months of graduation or have fewer than five years of post-degree experience. Those conducting applied research in data infrastructure at a university or research institute may qualify under Research Scholar. The right category depends on your host organization type and career stage, not just your job title.
Who actually sponsors my J-1 visa, and what does the host employer do?
Your J-1 visa sponsor is a U.S. Department of State-designated organization, such as IIE, CIEE, Cultural Vistas, or AIPT. They issue your DS-2019, monitor your program compliance, and sign your training plan. Your U.S. employer is the host, meaning they provide the work placement and fund your compensation, but they don't hold designated sponsor status.
How do I find U.S. employers open to hosting J-1 engineers?
Use Migrate Mate to search for Senior Microsoft Fabric Engineer roles at U.S. companies that are already aligned with J-1 sponsorship. Many employers aren't aware they can host a J-1 exchange visitor, so targeting organizations with existing sponsor relationships or research functions saves significant lead time in getting your DS-2019 issued.
Does the two-year home-residency requirement affect engineers on J-1?
It may. If your home country appears on the Exchange Visitor Skills List published by the State Department, or if your J-1 program receives U.S. government funding, you're subject to the two-year home-residency requirement before you can change to H-1B or apply for permanent residence. Check USCIS guidance and confirm your funding source with your designated sponsor before accepting an offer.
Can my J-1 Trainee program be extended if my project runs long?
Yes, Trainee programs can run up to 18 months total, and a legitimate extension within that ceiling is possible if your designated sponsor approves it and issues a new DS-2019. Extensions aren't automatic and require your host employer to submit updated justification. Programs exceeding 18 months require switching to a different visa category entirely, so plan project timelines carefully before your program start date.
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