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Compliance Specialist roles qualify for TN visa sponsorship under the USMCA treaty as a management consultant or accountant occupation, depending on your duties and degree. Canadian citizens can apply at the port of entry without a cap; Mexican citizens require a consular appointment. A bachelor's degree in a directly related field is required.
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Do you like working in collaborative teams and solving critical issues?
Do you enjoy being part of a team that ensures the highest quality?
Join our Quality Compliance Team.
Our business provides intelligent connected technologies to monitor and control our energy extraction assets. We take responsibility for the business' success by building trusted relationships and understanding our partners.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
As a Quality Compliance Engineer/Specialist, you will have varied responsibilities relating to the maintenance of our Quality Management System (QMS), Multisite Certification Program, conducting of ISO and/or API audits, and ensuring regulatory or industry standards are embedded into our quality systems and processes.
As a Quality Compliance Engineer/Specialist, you will:
- Be a member of the Internal Audit and Compliance Team in performing evaluation for compliance with regulatory, statutory or industry standards requirements.
- Assess compliance of systems, processes, and procedures through internal audits.
- Participate in improvement projects as assigned.
- Provide feedback in the form of audit findings and observation and review corrective actions.
- Provide regional support on regulatory and industry standards expertise.
- Raise corrective action requests for any nonconformities identified, follow up and review effectiveness until proper closure.
- Serve as a subject matter expert for industry standards, regulatory and statutory requirements.
- Identify and/or implement regulatory compliance initiatives based on current and forthcoming regulatory requirements.
- Participate in HSE programs as assigned.
- Keep work areas of the facility in a safe, clean and organized manner at all times in accordance to with 6S Checklist.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
To be successful in this role you will:
- Have a Bachelor's degree (or Global degree equivalent).
- Demonstrate at least 5 years of functional quality experience.
- Have Certified Auditor status ISO 9001:2015 and/or API Q1/API Q2 or deemed subject matter expert for Oil & Gas industry quality standards.
- Demonstrate problem solving skills.
- Be able to speak and write English fluently.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Our people are at the heart of what we do at Baker Hughes. We know we are better when all of our people are developed, engaged and able to bring their whole authentic selves to work. We invest in the health and well-being of our workforce, train and reward talent and develop leaders at all levels to bring out the best in each other.
WORKING FOR YOU
Our inventions have revolutionized energy for over a century. But to keep going forward tomorrow, we know we have to push the boundaries today. We prioritize rewarding those who embrace change with a package that reflects how much we value their input. Join us, and you can expect:
- Contemporary work-life balance policies and wellbeing activities.
- Comprehensive private medical care options.
- Safety net of life insurance and disability programs.
- Tailored financial programs.
- Education Assistance.
- Generous Parental Leave.
- Mental Health resources, Virtual Therapy Programs.
- Dependent and Partners Care.
- Pet Insurance.
- Additional elected or voluntary benefits.
You will be eligible to participate in Company-sponsored benefit programs, including health & welfare programs and the Thrift Plan (401k). You will have a choice of coverage options that best suit your needs. Coverage options and contribution amounts are related to your benefit elections, base salary level, and specific requirements of each of these plans.
This position is eligible for our comprehensive and competitive benefits package, which can be found here, and is further eligible for additional forms of compensation such as bonuses subject to the terms of the applicable benefit plans or policies.
The Baker Hughes internal title for this role is: Quality Specialist - Production Regulation.
About us:
We are an energy technology company that provides solutions to energy and industrial customers worldwide. Built on a century of experience and conducting business in over 120 countries, our innovative technologies and services are taking energy forward – making it safer, cleaner and more efficient for people and the planet.
JOIN US:
Are you seeking an opportunity to make a real difference in a company that values innovation and progress? Join us and become part of a team of people who will challenge and inspire you! Let’s come together and take energy forward.
Baker Hughes Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
INTRODUCTION
Do you like working in collaborative teams and solving critical issues?
Do you enjoy being part of a team that ensures the highest quality?
Join our Quality Compliance Team.
Our business provides intelligent connected technologies to monitor and control our energy extraction assets. We take responsibility for the business' success by building trusted relationships and understanding our partners.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
As a Quality Compliance Engineer/Specialist, you will have varied responsibilities relating to the maintenance of our Quality Management System (QMS), Multisite Certification Program, conducting of ISO and/or API audits, and ensuring regulatory or industry standards are embedded into our quality systems and processes.
As a Quality Compliance Engineer/Specialist, you will:
- Be a member of the Internal Audit and Compliance Team in performing evaluation for compliance with regulatory, statutory or industry standards requirements.
- Assess compliance of systems, processes, and procedures through internal audits.
- Participate in improvement projects as assigned.
- Provide feedback in the form of audit findings and observation and review corrective actions.
- Provide regional support on regulatory and industry standards expertise.
- Raise corrective action requests for any nonconformities identified, follow up and review effectiveness until proper closure.
- Serve as a subject matter expert for industry standards, regulatory and statutory requirements.
- Identify and/or implement regulatory compliance initiatives based on current and forthcoming regulatory requirements.
- Participate in HSE programs as assigned.
- Keep work areas of the facility in a safe, clean and organized manner at all times in accordance to with 6S Checklist.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
To be successful in this role you will:
- Have a Bachelor's degree (or Global degree equivalent).
- Demonstrate at least 5 years of functional quality experience.
- Have Certified Auditor status ISO 9001:2015 and/or API Q1/API Q2 or deemed subject matter expert for Oil & Gas industry quality standards.
- Demonstrate problem solving skills.
- Be able to speak and write English fluently.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Our people are at the heart of what we do at Baker Hughes. We know we are better when all of our people are developed, engaged and able to bring their whole authentic selves to work. We invest in the health and well-being of our workforce, train and reward talent and develop leaders at all levels to bring out the best in each other.
WORKING FOR YOU
Our inventions have revolutionized energy for over a century. But to keep going forward tomorrow, we know we have to push the boundaries today. We prioritize rewarding those who embrace change with a package that reflects how much we value their input. Join us, and you can expect:
- Contemporary work-life balance policies and wellbeing activities.
- Comprehensive private medical care options.
- Safety net of life insurance and disability programs.
- Tailored financial programs.
- Education Assistance.
- Generous Parental Leave.
- Mental Health resources, Virtual Therapy Programs.
- Dependent and Partners Care.
- Pet Insurance.
- Additional elected or voluntary benefits.
You will be eligible to participate in Company-sponsored benefit programs, including health & welfare programs and the Thrift Plan (401k). You will have a choice of coverage options that best suit your needs. Coverage options and contribution amounts are related to your benefit elections, base salary level, and specific requirements of each of these plans.
This position is eligible for our comprehensive and competitive benefits package, which can be found here, and is further eligible for additional forms of compensation such as bonuses subject to the terms of the applicable benefit plans or policies.
The Baker Hughes internal title for this role is: Quality Specialist - Production Regulation.
About us:
We are an energy technology company that provides solutions to energy and industrial customers worldwide. Built on a century of experience and conducting business in over 120 countries, our innovative technologies and services are taking energy forward – making it safer, cleaner and more efficient for people and the planet.
JOIN US:
Are you seeking an opportunity to make a real difference in a company that values innovation and progress? Join us and become part of a team of people who will challenge and inspire you! Let’s come together and take energy forward.
Baker Hughes Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding TN Visa Sponsorship as a Compliance Specialist
Align your degree to your compliance duties
TN visa classification for Compliance Specialists depends on matching your degree field to your job duties. A degree in accounting supports a financial compliance role; a business administration degree supports a management consultant classification. Misalignment is the most common reason for TN denials at the border.
Request a TN-ready offer letter
Ask your employer to specify your exact job duties, the TN occupational category they're sponsoring, your degree requirement for the role, and your start date. A vague offer letter is the leading cause of port-of-entry delays for Compliance Specialists.
Target employers with compliance infrastructure
Financial institutions, publicly traded companies, and healthcare organizations maintain dedicated compliance departments and routinely sponsor TN professionals. These employers understand the documentation requirements and are less likely to withdraw an offer due to TN sponsorship concerns.
Use Migrate Mate to find roles at visa-sponsor employers
Search Migrate Mate to identify Compliance Specialist openings at employers with recent visa filings who understand work visa sponsorship. Filtering by employer experience with visa sponsorship saves time and focuses your search on companies already familiar with supporting employees through visa processes.
Prepare for dual classification scrutiny at the border
CBP officers sometimes question whether a Compliance Specialist role qualifies as management consultant or accountant. Bring a one-page summary tying each of your core duties to the TN occupational category your employer selected, with your degree transcript confirming the field match.
Confirm E-Verify enrollment before your start date
Most employers hiring TN professionals are required to complete E-Verify within three business days of your start date. Confirm your employer is enrolled before you arrive, particularly if you're switching from another visa status, to avoid work authorization gaps.
Compliance Specialist TN Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Compliance Specialist role qualify for the TN visa?
Yes, but the classification depends on your specific duties and degree. Compliance roles focused on financial reporting or auditing typically qualify under the accountant category. Roles centered on policy development, risk management, or regulatory strategy tend to qualify under management consultant. Your offer letter must clearly tie your duties to whichever category your employer selects, and your degree must be in a directly related field.
How does the TN visa compare to H-1B for Compliance Specialist jobs?
The TN visa is generally faster and more predictable for Compliance Specialists than the H-1B visa. There's no lottery, no annual cap for Canadians, and Canadians can often get approved at the port of entry the same day. The trade-off is that TN status is tied to a specific employer and role, so a job change requires a new TN application. H-1B allows more flexibility for promotion and internal transfers once approved.
Can Mexican compliance professionals apply for the TN visa at the border like Canadians?
No. Mexican citizens must apply for their TN visa at a U.S. consulate in Mexico and receive a TN visa stamp before entering the United States. The consular appointment process adds time compared to the Canadian port-of-entry route. You'll need the same documentation: a qualifying job offer, proof of Mexican citizenship, and credentials showing your degree aligns with the TN occupational category.
Where can I find Compliance Specialist jobs that offer TN visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for Canadian and Mexican professionals seeking U.S. roles with TN visa sponsorship. You can search for Compliance Specialist openings filtered by employers with a track record of sponsoring TN or H-1B professionals, which removes the guesswork of cold-applying to companies unfamiliar with the process.
What happens if my compliance job duties change after I receive TN status?
A material change in your job duties requires a new TN application. If your employer promotes you to a different compliance function or shifts your core responsibilities, staying on your existing TN without updating it can create a status violation. Notify your employer's HR or legal team before the duties change so they can initiate a new TN filing before the role evolves.