TN Visa Architectural Engineer Jobs
Architectural Engineer jobs with TN visa sponsorship are open to Canadian and Mexican citizens under USMCA, no lottery required. Your engineering degree and a U.S. job offer are the core requirements. Canadians can apply at the border the same day an offer is confirmed.
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INTRODUCTION
Arup’s purpose, shared values, and collaborative approach has set us apart for over 80 years, guiding how we shape a better world.
We are seeking an Architectural Designer to work with our New York based multidisciplinary team.
THE OPPORTUNITY
Responsibilities:
- Analyze various international building codes and by-laws especially in transportation sector and provide report to the team leader.
- Prepare technical drawings based on schematics and mark-ups including 3D architectural renderings, contract documents and other technical documents or schedules and reports.
- Utilize a variety of software including AutoCAD, Revit, ADOBE suite, Sketch-up, Word, Excel, Outlook, Access, Power Point and others as may be required to perform duties.
- Coordinating with mechanical, electrical and structural Revit models and or cad documents.
- Collaborate and coordinate with other team members and consultants ensuring documents are accurate, well detailed, and as clear as possible.
- Assist the team to identify potential challenges and solutions.
- Work proficiently with Revit software and deliver working drawings and documents.
- Work closely together with the team leader to identify design risks and challenges.
- Work with the entire design team to ensure the design meets the clients’ expectation and a fully coordinated interdisciplinary design is achieved.
- Preparation of construction documents for the architectural design of transportation projects in Revit and/or ACAD format.
At Arup, you belong to an extraordinary collective – in which we encourage individuality to thrive. Our strength comes from how we respect, share and connect our diverse experiences, perspectives and ideas.
You will have the opportunity to do socially useful work that has meaning – to Arup, to your career, to our members and to the clients and communities we serve.
IS THIS ROLE RIGHT FOR YOU?
QUALIFICATIONS
- Graduate of recognized architectural degree program.
- Minimum of 3 years previous relevant and proven experience in architectural design practice, preferably with a focus on transportation projects.
- Strong working knowledge of Revit with 3 years proven record (Other federation/checking software skills are an advantage).
- Experience in delivering drawing packages.
- Understanding of CADD standards.
- Working knowledge of 3D computer visualization ie Sketchup, 3D Studio max, Rhino is an asset/Advantage.
- Visual presentation skills using Adobe Creative Suite is an asset.
- Ability and desire to work in a team environment.
- Ability to juggle multiple jobs and changes, meet deadlines, work within a tight schedule and fast-paced environment working with other offices in other time zones.
- Masterful command of English written and verbal communications skills.
Please note that all applicants must apply directly via the job portal. If this role is not quite what you are looking for, but you are interested in other opportunities for a future with purpose, please sign up to our Talent Community where you will be kept up to date with roles suitable for you to shape a better world.
WHAT WE OFFER YOU
At Arup, we care about each member’s success, so we can grow together.
Guided by our values, we provide an attractive total reward package that recognizes the contribution of each of our members to our shared success. As well as competitive, fair and equitable pay, we offer a career in which all of our members can belong, grow and thrive – through benefits that support health and wellbeing, a wide range of learning opportunities and many possibilities to have an impact through the work they do.
We are owned in trust on behalf of our members, giving us the freedom, with personal responsibility, to set our own direction and choose work that aligns with our purpose and adds to Arup’s legacy. Our members collaborate on ambitious projects to deliver remarkable outcomes for our clients and communities. Profit Share is a key part of our reward, enabling members to share in the results of our collective efforts.
BENEFITS AT WORK
At Arup, we have a comprehensive and valuable benefits program that works for our employees and their families while keeping costs low. These benefits provide health and welfare security for you as well as paid time off for rest and renewal. As a member of Arup, everyone shares in our success through a global profit share scheme (payments are dependent on the firm’s financial performance). Our Global Profit Share Plan (paid bi-annually) provides an opportunity for you to share in the success of the Firm. As a valued employee of Arup, you can also choose to participate in our 401(k) plan with up to 10% company match to help you save for your future.
FLEXIBLE WORKING
We believe that flexible arrangements create a more inclusive way of working that supports our diversity and the wellbeing of our people. Options for alternative schedules and the ability to work outside of the office for a portion of your workweek are available.
NEW YORK HIRING RANGE
The good faith base salary hiring range for this job if performed in New York is $85,000 to $95,000 per year. This range is commensurate with experience, educational background, and skill level. Benefits are not included in the base salary. Please note hiring ranges for candidates performing work outside of New York will differ.
DIFFERENT PEOPLE, SHARED VALUES
Arup is an equal opportunity employer that actively promotes and nurtures a diverse and inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of age (within legal limits), gender identity or expression, marital status, disability, neurotype or mental health, race or ethnicity, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, and whether you’re pregnant or on family leave. We are an open environment that embraces diverse experiences, perspectives, and ideas – this drives our excellence.
Guided by our values and alignment with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, we create and contribute to equitable spaces and systems, while cultivating a sense of belonging for all. Our internal employee networks support our inclusive culture: from race, ethnicity and cross-cultural working to gender equity and LGBTQ+ and disability inclusion – we aim to create a space for you to express yourself and make a positive difference.
OUR APPLICATION PROCESS
We will be reviewing our candidates for this position on a rolling basis. Once you have applied you will be evaluated and potentially moved on to the next round, at which point a member of the talent resourcing team will reach out to you directly.
Arup is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, spouse of a protected veteran, or disability.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding TN Visa Sponsorship as an Architectural Engineer
Verify your degree covers structural systems
TN visa status for Architectural Engineers requires a degree in architectural engineering specifically, not architecture or civil engineering. CBP officers distinguish between these at the port of entry, so confirm your credential aligns before applying.
Target firms with active federal contracts
Architecture and engineering firms holding federal contracts often sponsor work visas because they have established visa sponsorship processes. Look for employers with recent visa filings in your target metro—this indicates experience navigating sponsorship requirements. For TN applications, Canadian citizens can present their support letter directly at a U.S. port of entry, while Mexican citizens apply through a U.S. consulate. Employers familiar with visa sponsorship are typically better equipped to handle TN documentation efficiently.
Get your credential evaluation done early
Mexican applicants with degrees from Mexican institutions need a credential evaluation confirming U.S. equivalency. Order this from a NACES-approved evaluator before reaching the offer stage so delays don't stall your start date.
Clarify job duties match the TN category
Your offer letter must describe work consistent with architectural engineering, covering structural analysis, building systems, or technical design coordination. Generic titles like 'project engineer' can create problems if duties read as construction management instead.
Use Migrate Mate to find sponsoring employers
Search for Architectural Engineer roles through Migrate Mate, which filters jobs by TN visa sponsorship so you're not wasting time on employers unfamiliar with USMCA professional categories. Apply directly to roles flagged for Canadian and Mexican professionals.
Prepare for same-day approval as a Canadian
Canadians don't file a petition with USCIS. You present your offer letter, degree, and supporting documents at a U.S. land border or pre-clearance facility. Bring a detailed support letter from your employer explaining the role's technical scope.
Architectural Engineer TN Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does an Architectural Engineer degree qualify for TN status?
Yes, Architectural Engineer is a named TN profession under USMCA. Your degree must be in architectural engineering specifically. A degree in architecture, civil engineering, or general engineering may not satisfy CBP's review unless the transcript and coursework clearly reflect architectural engineering content and your job duties align with the category.
How does TN compare to H-1B for Architectural Engineer roles?
TN has no annual cap and no lottery, so Canadians can obtain status at a port of entry on the day of their job offer. H-1B visa requires a petition, a lottery slot, and months of processing. For Architectural Engineers with a qualifying degree and U.S. offer, TN is faster and more predictable than H-1B in nearly every scenario.
How can I find Architectural Engineer jobs with TN sponsorship?
Use Migrate Mate to search Architectural Engineer roles filtered by TN visa sponsorship. Many employers are willing to support TN status but don't advertise it explicitly. Targeting firms with federal project portfolios or established international hiring practices improves your odds of finding a role structured for USMCA professionals.
Can Mexican Architectural Engineers apply for TN status the same way Canadians can?
No. Mexican nationals must apply for a TN visa at a U.S. consulate in Mexico before traveling, unlike Canadians who can present documents at a port of entry. The credential and job offer requirements are identical, but the process involves a consular interview and visa stamp before entry is permitted.
What documents does my employer need to provide for my TN application?
Your employer must provide a support letter on company letterhead describing your job title, duties, intended start date, and confirmation that the role qualifies under the Architectural Engineer TN category. The letter should reference your engineering degree and explain why the position requires that specific credential. A vague or generic letter is one of the most common reasons CBP requests additional review.