TN Visa Civil Drafter Jobs
Civil Drafter roles qualify for TN visa sponsorship under the USMCA's Engineering and Scientific Technicians category, which covers professionals producing technical drawings for civil infrastructure projects. Canadian citizens can apply at the port of entry with no cap or lottery. Mexican citizens require consular processing. A qualifying job offer and relevant credentials are required.
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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
Olsson provides multidisciplinary, preliminary, and construction design services for mixed-use, commercial, and residential land development projects, along with industrial, sports, schools, and other site development types.
As a Civil Engineer, you will provide basic project design through CAD drafting, instruct drafters on how to create drawings of designs, and prepare project schedules. You may also perform research, write technical reports, and travel to job sites for observation.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities:
- Assists with project design elements for engineering projects utilizing familiarity with standard techniques and established methods.
- Performs entry-level plan production and receives clearly defined instructions for necessary tasks.
- Gains knowledge and experience working within design and modeling software.
- Receives guidance from senior level staff to assist with project schedules and technical engineering calculations.
- Contributes to limited portions of a broader project while under direct supervision.
- Gathers and prepares research to assist with the assembly of technical reports.
- May provide mentoring to student interns by answering questions and offering guidance with routine assignments.
- May travel and work in all types of terrain and weather conditions at project sites in various stages of construction.
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 on a team.
- Bachelor's degree in civil engineering.
- Prior AutoCAD Civil 3D experience is preferred.
- Ability to obtain EI/EIT certification.
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
Olsson provides multidisciplinary, preliminary, and construction design services for mixed-use, commercial, and residential land development projects, along with industrial, sports, schools, and other site development types.
As a Civil Engineer, you will provide basic project design through CAD drafting, instruct drafters on how to create drawings of designs, and prepare project schedules. You may also perform research, write technical reports, and travel to job sites for observation.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities:
- Assists with project design elements for engineering projects utilizing familiarity with standard techniques and established methods.
- Performs entry-level plan production and receives clearly defined instructions for necessary tasks.
- Gains knowledge and experience working within design and modeling software.
- Receives guidance from senior level staff to assist with project schedules and technical engineering calculations.
- Contributes to limited portions of a broader project while under direct supervision.
- Gathers and prepares research to assist with the assembly of technical reports.
- May provide mentoring to student interns by answering questions and offering guidance with routine assignments.
- May travel and work in all types of terrain and weather conditions at project sites in various stages of construction.
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 on a team.
- Bachelor's degree in civil engineering.
- Prior AutoCAD Civil 3D experience is preferred.
- Ability to obtain EI/EIT certification.
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 TN Visa Sponsorship as a Civil Drafter
Verify your credential matches TN requirements
TN classification for Civil Drafters falls under Engineering and Scientific Technicians, requiring a post-secondary certificate or degree in drafting or a related technical field. A two-year college diploma in civil or architectural drafting typically satisfies this requirement.
Target firms with active infrastructure project pipelines
Civil engineering consultancies, municipal engineering departments, and transportation agencies file TN support letters most reliably because drafting work is project-continuous. Firms with active DOT or federal infrastructure contracts have the clearest specialty occupation documentation trail.
Search TN-sponsoring employers through Migrate Mate
Use Migrate Mate to find Civil Drafter roles where employers already understand TN visa sponsorship requirements. Filtering by TN-aware employers cuts the time you spend educating hiring managers about the classification process.
Prepare a role-specific support letter before offers close
Ask your prospective employer to confirm the support letter describes your duties in technical drafting terms tied to civil projects, not generic office tasks. CBP officers at the port of entry assess TN eligibility on the spot for Canadians, so letter precision matters immediately.
Clarify software credentials in your documentation package
Employers sponsoring Civil Drafters for TN status often list CAD or BIM software proficiency in job postings. Including certifications in AutoCAD Civil 3D or Revit alongside your academic credentials strengthens the technical specialty argument in your support letter.
Understand the Canadian versus Mexican filing path before accepting an offer
Canadian citizens can receive TN status at a land port of entry or airport the same day an offer is accepted. Mexican citizens must schedule a consular appointment, adding weeks to the timeline. Confirm which process applies before committing to a start date with your employer.
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Find Civil Drafter JobsCivil Drafter TN Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Civil Drafter role qualify for TN visa status?
Yes, Civil Drafters qualify under the Engineering and Scientific Technicians category in the USMCA's TN occupation list. The role must involve producing technical drawings and specifications for civil infrastructure, and you need a post-secondary certificate or degree in drafting or a closely related technical discipline to support the classification.
How does the TN visa compare to the H-1B for Civil Drafter positions?
The TN visa has no annual lottery and no cap for Canadian citizens, meaning you can apply year-round and receive a decision at the port of entry on the same day. The H-1B requires surviving a randomized lottery with roughly a 25 to 30 percent selection rate, then waiting months for USCIS adjudication. For Civil Drafters with a qualifying job offer, TN is a faster and more predictable path.
What documents does a Canadian Civil Drafter need at the port of entry?
You need a valid Canadian passport, a support letter from your U.S. employer on company letterhead describing your civil drafting duties, your proof of citizenship, and your academic credentials showing a post-secondary qualification in drafting or a related technical field. CBP adjudicates the TN request on the spot, so documentation completeness is critical.
Where can I find Civil Drafter jobs that already include TN visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate lets you search specifically for Civil Drafter roles where employers are prepared to support TN visa sponsorship. This saves you from spending application cycles on firms unfamiliar with the TN process or unwilling to draft the required employer support letter.
Can a Mexican citizen get TN status for a Civil Drafter role, and how does the process differ?
Yes, Mexican citizens qualify for TN status in Civil Drafter roles under the same USMCA occupation categories. The difference is procedural: Mexican nationals must apply at a U.S. consulate in Mexico rather than at a port of entry, which requires scheduling a visa interview and adds several weeks to the timeline. Plan your start date with your employer accordingly.
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