J-1 Visa Senior UI Engineer Jobs
Senior UI Engineer roles in the United States are available to exchange visitors through J-1 visa sponsorship, most commonly under the Trainee or Research Scholar category. A State Department-designated sponsor organization issues your DS-2019, while the hiring company serves as your host employer.
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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 UI Engineer
Align your portfolio to specialty occupation standards
J-1 Trainee and Research Scholar categories require a clear connection between your degree field and your proposed role. Document how your UI engineering work ties directly to a specific academic or professional discipline, not just general software development.
Confirm your host employer will sign the training plan
Designated sponsors like AIPT or Cultural Vistas require a signed Training or Internship Placement Plan from your host employer before issuing the DS-2019. Confirm this commitment in writing before accepting any offer, since delays here stall the entire sponsorship process.
Search for roles on Migrate Mate first
Use Migrate Mate to filter Senior UI Engineer positions at U.S. companies that have demonstrated openness to exchange visitor placements, saving you from applying to hosts unfamiliar with J-1 program obligations or DS-2019 requirements.
Verify whether your role triggers the two-year rule
Some J-1 participants are subject to a two-year home-country physical presence requirement before changing to certain other visa statuses. Check your DS-2019 and consult USCIS guidance early, since this affects long-term career planning in the United States.
Benchmark your offered wage against OFLC Wage Search data
Sponsor organizations verify that host employers are paying exchange visitors wages comparable to U.S. workers in the same role. Before finalizing an offer, look up prevailing wage levels for UI engineers in your target city using OFLC Wage Search to identify any gaps.
Request a detailed role description matching O*NET standards
Designated sponsors use occupational definitions to validate program eligibility. Ask your host employer to frame your Senior UI Engineer job description around the corresponding O*NET profile, which strengthens your training plan approval and reduces back-and-forth with the sponsor.
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Find Senior UI Engineer JobsSenior UI Engineer J-1 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Which J-1 program category fits a Senior UI Engineer role?
Most Senior UI Engineer exchange visitors qualify under the Trainee category if they have relevant degree training plus some professional experience, or under the Research Scholar category if the role is primarily research-focused at a university or research institution. Current students completing a degree program may fit the Intern category instead. The host employer and designated sponsor determine the appropriate category based on your background and the nature of the work.
Who actually sponsors my J-1 visa as a UI engineer, the employer or someone else?
Your J-1 visa sponsor is a U.S. Department of State-designated organization, such as AIPT, Cultural Vistas, or IIE, not your hiring employer. The employer is your host organization and signs the required training plan, but the designated sponsor issues your DS-2019 form and takes legal responsibility for program compliance throughout your exchange visit.
How do I find Senior UI Engineer positions where the host employer understands J-1 requirements?
Many smaller tech companies have never hosted a J-1 exchange visitor and may decline when they learn about the DS-2019 process and training plan obligations. Migrate Mate lets you filter roles at employers who are already familiar with exchange visitor placements, which significantly reduces the time you spend educating potential hosts about sponsor requirements before an offer is even on the table.
Can I switch employers mid-program if I receive a better UI engineering offer?
Changing host employers during an active J-1 program requires your designated sponsor's approval and typically involves amending or reissuing your DS-2019 to reflect the new host organization. The new employer must meet the same eligibility requirements as the original host and sign a revised training plan. Unauthorized changes can invalidate your J-1 status, so notify your sponsor before making any transition.
Does the two-year home residency requirement apply to UI engineering exchange visitors?
The two-year home-country physical presence requirement applies to some but not all J-1 participants. It is most commonly triggered when your program is government-financed or your home country has identified your skill set as needed domestically. USCIS and your DS-2019 will indicate whether the requirement applies to you. If it does, you must either fulfill it or obtain a waiver before changing to H-1B, L-1, or immigrant visa status.
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