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Design Consultant roles qualify for TN visa sponsorship under the USMCA's "Scientific Technician/Technologist" or "Engineer" categories, depending on your specialization and degree. Canadian citizens can enter at the port of entry without a cap; Mexican citizens go through consular processing. A bachelor's degree in design, architecture, or a related field is required.
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Shen Milsom & Wilke is a global consulting firm specializing in providing innovative technology design solutions and guidance. Our expertise spans various technological fields, including audiovisual and multimedia systems, information technology, security systems, medical equipment planning, and acoustics. We customize our services to meet our clients' design and compliance needs.
Position Overview
SM&W’s Senior Security Consultants are responsible for designing and overseeing the implementation of traditional and emerging physical security technology and advanced systems for the most prestigious clients in the world. The candidate will work within a multidisciplinary team of IT, Audiovisual, Medical Equipment Planners, and Acoustical engineers to provide innovative solutions possible within the client’s project constraints. The candidate must have a thorough working understanding and documented experience to work within highly integrated digital environments of audiovisual and data systems. The preferred candidate will prepare security designs in support of a broad base of project opportunities. Additional working knowledge of network and infrastructure design is a plus. This position will include client-facing requirements and the ability to converse with technical and nontechnical client representatives to develop project deliverables.
Hand-in-glove technical skills go beyond the requirements for project management. At SM&W project management readily encompasses opportunities for not just a single discipline but all our disciplines. Our Senior staff are more than encouraged to become involved in multidiscipline management. A high-level understanding of the other disciplines is encouraged for attending meetings while representing your core discipline as well as representing the other disciplines engaged in the project.
Responsibilities
- Lead client and stakeholder discussions to establish security objectives, operational requirements, system functionality, and project priorities.
- Lead security deliverables through conceptual planning, schematic design, design development, construction documents, bidding, construction administration, and closeout.
- Develop coordinated designs for electronic access control, video surveillance, intrusion detection, intercom, duress, and related security systems and integrations.
- Prepare design narratives, drawings, installation details, risers, device schedules, Division 28 specifications, and project estimates.
- Coordinate device locations, pathways, equipment space, power, network connections, and system interfaces with architects, door hardware consultants, electrical engineers, IT teams, elevator consultants, and other project disciplines.
- Evaluate system architectures, equipment, and emerging technologies, including on-premises, cloud, and hosted solutions, against client requirements, budgets, and operational needs.
- Provide construction administration services, including review of shop drawings and product submittals, responses to requests for information, site observations, punch lists, and participation in acceptance testing and closeout reviews.
- High level of proven communications capability to manage client relationships, project team coordination, and design team project management.
- Work with a team of technical staff and provide mentorship to aid in their growth and development.
- Play an integral role in the systems implementation process, acting as the primary point of contact between the systems integrator, the project team, and the client to ensure a successful implementation.
- Maintain comprehensive knowledge of industry standards, methodologies, processes, and best practices and their impact on the project and operational goals.
- Provide disciplinary guidance and support between the SM&W ICT groups, Medical Equipment Planning, and Acoustical teams to yield unified design concepts and functional systems.
- Serve as a global resource for the firm where your specialties are required.
- Assist in the preparation of marketing materials and presentations, cultivating active and potential client relationships and business development.
- 5-10% domestic and international travel may be required.
QUALIFICATIONS
- 8+ years of experience
- 4-year Engineering degree or relevant equivalent experience required
- Excellent writing, listening, and verbal communications skills, with a strong commitment to continuous learning and team collaboration.
- Strong knowledge of architectural drawing, security, technology, video, data, and systems designs.
- Must be proactive with excellent time management skills and be capable of working independently as well as leading a project team.
- Conscientious and flexible, with a strong work ethic and team-leader attitude in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to work well under strict deadlines, interface effectively with management, and handle multiple requests.
- Functional knowledge of AutoCAD and/or Revit preferred
- Proficient in Bluebeam
- Proficiency in Microsoft Suite/Office 365
- General knowledge of Information Technologies (IT) services
- Proven record of developing systems design using emerging technologies.
- Project Management Certifications a plus.
CERTIFICATIONS
One or more required, or in progress for completion within 1 year of employment
- American Society for Industrial Security International (ASIS) Membership
- CPP® (Certified Protection Professional)
- PSP® (Physical Security Professional)
- IAPSC (International Association of Professional Security Consultants)
CAREER ADVANCEMENT
We offer significant opportunities for advancement within our organization. As a world-renowned reputable firm, we cultivate an environment that promotes learning and advancement and are fully committed to our employees' success.
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
We view our professional development programs as strategic investments in our future. As part of the firm’s commitment to licensure and professional development, we offer:
- Continued Professional Development and incentives
- SM&W University Learning & Development Program
- Mentoring Programs
BENEFITS / WORK LIFE BALANCE
We encourage our employees to lead a healthy and balanced life. Our comprehensive benefits include:
- Medical, Dental, Vision and Life insurance Benefits
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Employee Assistance Program
- Short & Long Term Disability
- Paid Time Off Program (PTO)
- Hybrid work schedule - 3 days in the office, 2 days remote
- Professional Development and Career Advancement Programs
- Training & Education Programs
- Mentorship Programs
- Corporate Social Responsibility Programs
Shen Milsom & Wilke, LLC is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We strive to create a supportive and inclusive workplace where contributions are valued and celebrated, and our employees thrive by being themselves and are inspired to do the best work of their lives. We seek applicants of all backgrounds and identities and do not discriminate against race, color, ethnicity, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy or parental status, or disability. Employees or applicants will not be discriminated against based on these or other protected categories or social identities.
The annual salary range is one component of your overall compensation package. We assess individual compensation based on factors such as experience, skill set, location, and internal equity. We recognize that candidates may bring varied experiences, and if necessary, we will communicate any adjustments to the salary range during the selection process.
CONTACT INFORMATION
For immediate consideration, please e-mail your resume to careers@smwllc.com. Ref: SNY - SC
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $110,000.00 - $140,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
APPLICATION QUESTION(S)
- Must have Experience as a Security Technology Design Consultant in the AEC Industry.
- Hybrid role, you must be present in the New York office 3 days a week.
Experience
Architecture, Engineer & Construction Industry: 8 years (Required)
LICENSE/CERTIFICATION
Physical Security Professional (Preferred)
WILLINGNESS TO TRAVEL
25% (Preferred)
LOCATION
Hybrid remote in New York, NY 10016
INTRODUCTION
Shen Milsom & Wilke is a global consulting firm specializing in providing innovative technology design solutions and guidance. Our expertise spans various technological fields, including audiovisual and multimedia systems, information technology, security systems, medical equipment planning, and acoustics. We customize our services to meet our clients' design and compliance needs.
Position Overview
SM&W’s Senior Security Consultants are responsible for designing and overseeing the implementation of traditional and emerging physical security technology and advanced systems for the most prestigious clients in the world. The candidate will work within a multidisciplinary team of IT, Audiovisual, Medical Equipment Planners, and Acoustical engineers to provide innovative solutions possible within the client’s project constraints. The candidate must have a thorough working understanding and documented experience to work within highly integrated digital environments of audiovisual and data systems. The preferred candidate will prepare security designs in support of a broad base of project opportunities. Additional working knowledge of network and infrastructure design is a plus. This position will include client-facing requirements and the ability to converse with technical and nontechnical client representatives to develop project deliverables.
Hand-in-glove technical skills go beyond the requirements for project management. At SM&W project management readily encompasses opportunities for not just a single discipline but all our disciplines. Our Senior staff are more than encouraged to become involved in multidiscipline management. A high-level understanding of the other disciplines is encouraged for attending meetings while representing your core discipline as well as representing the other disciplines engaged in the project.
Responsibilities
- Lead client and stakeholder discussions to establish security objectives, operational requirements, system functionality, and project priorities.
- Lead security deliverables through conceptual planning, schematic design, design development, construction documents, bidding, construction administration, and closeout.
- Develop coordinated designs for electronic access control, video surveillance, intrusion detection, intercom, duress, and related security systems and integrations.
- Prepare design narratives, drawings, installation details, risers, device schedules, Division 28 specifications, and project estimates.
- Coordinate device locations, pathways, equipment space, power, network connections, and system interfaces with architects, door hardware consultants, electrical engineers, IT teams, elevator consultants, and other project disciplines.
- Evaluate system architectures, equipment, and emerging technologies, including on-premises, cloud, and hosted solutions, against client requirements, budgets, and operational needs.
- Provide construction administration services, including review of shop drawings and product submittals, responses to requests for information, site observations, punch lists, and participation in acceptance testing and closeout reviews.
- High level of proven communications capability to manage client relationships, project team coordination, and design team project management.
- Work with a team of technical staff and provide mentorship to aid in their growth and development.
- Play an integral role in the systems implementation process, acting as the primary point of contact between the systems integrator, the project team, and the client to ensure a successful implementation.
- Maintain comprehensive knowledge of industry standards, methodologies, processes, and best practices and their impact on the project and operational goals.
- Provide disciplinary guidance and support between the SM&W ICT groups, Medical Equipment Planning, and Acoustical teams to yield unified design concepts and functional systems.
- Serve as a global resource for the firm where your specialties are required.
- Assist in the preparation of marketing materials and presentations, cultivating active and potential client relationships and business development.
- 5-10% domestic and international travel may be required.
QUALIFICATIONS
- 8+ years of experience
- 4-year Engineering degree or relevant equivalent experience required
- Excellent writing, listening, and verbal communications skills, with a strong commitment to continuous learning and team collaboration.
- Strong knowledge of architectural drawing, security, technology, video, data, and systems designs.
- Must be proactive with excellent time management skills and be capable of working independently as well as leading a project team.
- Conscientious and flexible, with a strong work ethic and team-leader attitude in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to work well under strict deadlines, interface effectively with management, and handle multiple requests.
- Functional knowledge of AutoCAD and/or Revit preferred
- Proficient in Bluebeam
- Proficiency in Microsoft Suite/Office 365
- General knowledge of Information Technologies (IT) services
- Proven record of developing systems design using emerging technologies.
- Project Management Certifications a plus.
CERTIFICATIONS
One or more required, or in progress for completion within 1 year of employment
- American Society for Industrial Security International (ASIS) Membership
- CPP® (Certified Protection Professional)
- PSP® (Physical Security Professional)
- IAPSC (International Association of Professional Security Consultants)
CAREER ADVANCEMENT
We offer significant opportunities for advancement within our organization. As a world-renowned reputable firm, we cultivate an environment that promotes learning and advancement and are fully committed to our employees' success.
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
We view our professional development programs as strategic investments in our future. As part of the firm’s commitment to licensure and professional development, we offer:
- Continued Professional Development and incentives
- SM&W University Learning & Development Program
- Mentoring Programs
BENEFITS / WORK LIFE BALANCE
We encourage our employees to lead a healthy and balanced life. Our comprehensive benefits include:
- Medical, Dental, Vision and Life insurance Benefits
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Employee Assistance Program
- Short & Long Term Disability
- Paid Time Off Program (PTO)
- Hybrid work schedule - 3 days in the office, 2 days remote
- Professional Development and Career Advancement Programs
- Training & Education Programs
- Mentorship Programs
- Corporate Social Responsibility Programs
Shen Milsom & Wilke, LLC is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We strive to create a supportive and inclusive workplace where contributions are valued and celebrated, and our employees thrive by being themselves and are inspired to do the best work of their lives. We seek applicants of all backgrounds and identities and do not discriminate against race, color, ethnicity, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy or parental status, or disability. Employees or applicants will not be discriminated against based on these or other protected categories or social identities.
The annual salary range is one component of your overall compensation package. We assess individual compensation based on factors such as experience, skill set, location, and internal equity. We recognize that candidates may bring varied experiences, and if necessary, we will communicate any adjustments to the salary range during the selection process.
CONTACT INFORMATION
For immediate consideration, please e-mail your resume to careers@smwllc.com. Ref: SNY - SC
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $110,000.00 - $140,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
APPLICATION QUESTION(S)
- Must have Experience as a Security Technology Design Consultant in the AEC Industry.
- Hybrid role, you must be present in the New York office 3 days a week.
Experience
Architecture, Engineer & Construction Industry: 8 years (Required)
LICENSE/CERTIFICATION
Physical Security Professional (Preferred)
WILLINGNESS TO TRAVEL
25% (Preferred)
LOCATION
Hybrid remote in New York, NY 10016
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding TN Visa Sponsorship as a Design Consultant
Align your degree to the TN category
TN visa approval for Design Consultants hinges on your credential matching the claimed USMCA category. A degree in industrial design, architecture, or engineering maps more cleanly than a fine arts credential, so frame your transcript and role description accordingly.
Target firms with active federal contracts
Companies holding federal design or infrastructure contracts have experience navigating visa sponsorship requirements and are already familiar with work visa processes. They're more likely to promptly prepare the employer support letter that CBP officers require at the port of entry.
Prepare your portfolio for specialty occupation evidence
CBP officers assess whether your role genuinely requires a specialized degree. Bring project documentation showing design systems work, client deliverables, or technical specifications that a generalist couldn't produce, not just visual samples.
Search TN-sponsored roles through Migrate Mate
Finding employers who understand TN visa requirements for design roles saves time at the offer stage. Use Migrate Mate to filter Design Consultant jobs by TN sponsorship so you're only pursuing employers already prepared to support your application.
Draft the employer support letter before negotiating
The CBP letter is on the employer, but you'll save weeks by providing a template that covers your job duties, degree requirement, USMCA category, and employment period. Most hiring managers have never written one before.
Understand Mexican citizens face a separate consular track
Mexican professionals can't self-petition at the border like Canadians. You'll schedule a consular interview at a U.S. embassy in Mexico, and USCIS must first approve the TN petition your employer files, adding weeks to the timeline.
Design Consultant TN Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Design Consultant role actually qualify for TN visa status?
It depends on how the role is structured and what degree you hold. Design Consultant positions can qualify under the USMCA's Engineer or Scientific Technician/Technologist categories if the duties are degree-specific and your credential aligns. Roles requiring a bachelor's in industrial design, architecture, or engineering tend to qualify more cleanly than roles tied to graphic or fine arts backgrounds.
How does the TN visa compare to H-1B for Design Consultant jobs?
TN has no lottery, no annual cap for Canadians, and Canadian citizens can get approved same-day at the port of entry. H-1B visa requires employer sponsorship months in advance, costs more to file, and selection isn't guaranteed. For Design Consultants who meet the USMCA degree requirement, TN is a faster and more predictable path than waiting on H-1B lottery results.
Where can I find Design Consultant jobs that already offer TN visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for this search. It filters Design Consultant roles by TN visa sponsorship so you're not cold-contacting employers who've never dealt with USMCA categories before. Starting with employers already prepared to support TN paperwork cuts weeks off the offer-to-start timeline.
What does the employer actually have to do to support my TN application?
Your employer writes a support letter on company letterhead covering your job title, duties, required degree, USMCA category, employment start date, and compensation structure. For Canadian applicants, that letter plus your credentials go to CBP at the port of entry. For Mexican applicants, the employer also files a TN petition with USCIS before your consular interview.
Can I switch Design Consultant employers while on TN status?
Yes, but you need a new TN authorization tied to the new employer before you start working. Canadian citizens can get this approved at the border or apply for a change of status with USCIS. Mexican citizens require a new petition and consular appointment. Working for a new employer before the new TN is approved is a status violation, regardless of how similar the roles are.