TN Visa Design Engineer Jobs
Design Engineer roles qualify for TN visa sponsorship under the USMCA's Engineering category, which covers product design, mechanical systems, and CAD-driven development work. Canadian citizens can apply at the port of entry with no cap or lottery. Mexican citizens require advance consular processing. Your degree must be in engineering or a directly related field.
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Cintal is a forward-thinking global technology company that develops and provides cutting-edge products and services to various industries such as heavy equipment, industrial, defense, agriculture, and medical. With our dedicated team of experienced technical professionals, Cintal aims to add value for its customers by leveraging advanced technologies to reduce product costs, shorten design and development lead times, and accelerate the introduction of high-quality products to the market.
BENEFITS:
- 10 paid holidays per year
- 2 weeks of paid time off per year, the current year is pro-rated based on start date
- Access to the company’s medical insurance, including dental and vision
- Eligibility for life insurance and disability coverage for short or long-term disabilities or long-term care needs
- 401 (k) eligibility with employer contribution annually
- Reimbursement for relocation expenses up to a certain amount on a case-by-case basis
- Yearly bonus based on company performance
- Visa sponsorship
JOB DESCRIPTION/TYPICAL TASK BREAKDOWN:
- Apply technical knowledge of hydraulic valve design methods, component materials and metrology and technical specifications to ensure the product performance, life expectancy and machine integration meet application requirements as designed by a supplier and program deadlines are met. Engineer must be able to effectively manage technical information protection, schedule and organize project deliverables, complete both team and independent deliverables and create and/or coordinate technical and commercial information for report out in team and stakeholder reviews.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Position is focused on design engineering, project management & supplier product application engineering for integration and optimization in mobile hydraulic systems. Activities encompass leading a global team including domestic and international engineers, hydraulic component suppliers and machine design teams to deliver innovative solutions aligned with vendor, client, and business needs. Desired engineering skills include understanding machine hydraulic system architecture, hydraulic component design fundamentals, ability to apply specialized technical information to understand functional requirements, draft detailed component requirements documents, objectively evaluate multiple solutions, complete design analysis/verification activities, lead technical and commercial discussions with multiple teams, and conduct technical design and stakeholder reviews. Occasional travel to suppliers, product group design centers, and dealer/customer sites may be required.
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:
- Years of experience: 2-4 years
- Degree requirement: BS Degree; Masters – can accept lesser years
- Do you accept internships as job experience: Yes
REQUIRED TECHNICAL SKILLS:
- Basic knowledge of the full product development lifecycle: from business/systems analysis, through requirements gathering and functional specification authoring, to development, testing and delivery. Basic ability to troubleshoot issues and make changes as needed to resolve issue. Ability to make sketches, engineering drawings and complete complex computations. Ability to read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, schematics, and analytical reports. Experience with modeling applications related to technical field such as CREO and advanced familiarity with team collaboration tools and Microsoft Office programs.
We are committed to building a diverse, inclusive, and global team. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States. We are pleased to offer visa sponsorship for eligible and qualified individuals.
Cintal provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, ancestry, national origin, citizenship, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, and pregnancy-related conditions), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, religion, age, disability, genetic information, service in the military, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances. Equal employment opportunities apply to all terms and conditions of employment, including hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leave of absence, compensation, and training.
The pay range for this role is:
74,000 - 79,000 USD per year (Mossville, IL)
INTRODUCTION
Cintal is a forward-thinking global technology company that develops and provides cutting-edge products and services to various industries such as heavy equipment, industrial, defense, agriculture, and medical. With our dedicated team of experienced technical professionals, Cintal aims to add value for its customers by leveraging advanced technologies to reduce product costs, shorten design and development lead times, and accelerate the introduction of high-quality products to the market.
BENEFITS:
- 10 paid holidays per year
- 2 weeks of paid time off per year, the current year is pro-rated based on start date
- Access to the company’s medical insurance, including dental and vision
- Eligibility for life insurance and disability coverage for short or long-term disabilities or long-term care needs
- 401 (k) eligibility with employer contribution annually
- Reimbursement for relocation expenses up to a certain amount on a case-by-case basis
- Yearly bonus based on company performance
- Visa sponsorship
JOB DESCRIPTION/TYPICAL TASK BREAKDOWN:
- Apply technical knowledge of hydraulic valve design methods, component materials and metrology and technical specifications to ensure the product performance, life expectancy and machine integration meet application requirements as designed by a supplier and program deadlines are met. Engineer must be able to effectively manage technical information protection, schedule and organize project deliverables, complete both team and independent deliverables and create and/or coordinate technical and commercial information for report out in team and stakeholder reviews.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Position is focused on design engineering, project management & supplier product application engineering for integration and optimization in mobile hydraulic systems. Activities encompass leading a global team including domestic and international engineers, hydraulic component suppliers and machine design teams to deliver innovative solutions aligned with vendor, client, and business needs. Desired engineering skills include understanding machine hydraulic system architecture, hydraulic component design fundamentals, ability to apply specialized technical information to understand functional requirements, draft detailed component requirements documents, objectively evaluate multiple solutions, complete design analysis/verification activities, lead technical and commercial discussions with multiple teams, and conduct technical design and stakeholder reviews. Occasional travel to suppliers, product group design centers, and dealer/customer sites may be required.
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:
- Years of experience: 2-4 years
- Degree requirement: BS Degree; Masters – can accept lesser years
- Do you accept internships as job experience: Yes
REQUIRED TECHNICAL SKILLS:
- Basic knowledge of the full product development lifecycle: from business/systems analysis, through requirements gathering and functional specification authoring, to development, testing and delivery. Basic ability to troubleshoot issues and make changes as needed to resolve issue. Ability to make sketches, engineering drawings and complete complex computations. Ability to read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, schematics, and analytical reports. Experience with modeling applications related to technical field such as CREO and advanced familiarity with team collaboration tools and Microsoft Office programs.
We are committed to building a diverse, inclusive, and global team. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States. We are pleased to offer visa sponsorship for eligible and qualified individuals.
Cintal provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, ancestry, national origin, citizenship, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, and pregnancy-related conditions), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, religion, age, disability, genetic information, service in the military, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances. Equal employment opportunities apply to all terms and conditions of employment, including hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leave of absence, compensation, and training.
The pay range for this role is:
74,000 - 79,000 USD per year (Mossville, IL)
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding TN Visa Sponsorship as a Design Engineer
Align your credentials to engineering subcategories
TN visa eligibility for Design Engineers depends on your degree being in engineering, not just a related field. A degree in industrial design or architecture won't qualify. Confirm your transcript lists an engineering discipline before applying.
Target manufacturers experienced with visa sponsorship
Aerospace, automotive, and medical device manufacturers have recent visa filings and maintain HR teams familiar with visa sponsorship processes. Focus your search on companies in these sectors, where design engineering is a core function rather than an ancillary hire. These employers are more likely to understand work visa sponsorship and be prepared to provide the support letter required for your TN application at the port of entry or U.S. consulate.
Clarify your specialty occupation before the offer letter
Ask your prospective employer to tie the job description to a specific engineering discipline in your offer letter. Vague titles like 'Design Engineer' without a stated specialty can create friction at the port of entry for Canadians or at consular processing for Mexicans.
Use Migrate Mate to find Design Engineer roles at visa-sponsoring employers
Search Migrate Mate to identify Design Engineer openings from employers experienced with visa sponsorship. This filters out roles where you'd need to educate the hiring team about work visa sponsorship from scratch.
Prepare a Canadian port-of-entry documentation packet
Canadian citizens don't need advance visa processing, but CBP officers at the port of entry review your offer letter, degree credential, and professional credentials on the spot. A disorganized packet is one of the most common causes of delays or secondary inspection.
Understand Mexican TN processing before accepting an offer
Mexican citizens must apply at a U.S. consulate in advance, which adds several weeks to your start date. Factor consular appointment availability into your negotiated start date so your employer isn't left waiting on a timeline neither side controls.
Design Engineer TN Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Design Engineer role qualify for TN visa status?
Yes, if the position falls under an engineering discipline and requires a bachelor's degree or higher in engineering or a related field. The TN visa's Engineering category covers design, product development, and systems engineering roles. Roles that blend engineering with industrial design or pure project management may face more scrutiny, so the job description needs to clearly reflect engineering work.
How does the TN visa compare to H-1B for Design Engineers?
The TN visa has no annual lottery, no cap for Canadian citizens, and can be obtained at the port of entry in a single day. The H-1B visa requires employer sponsorship months in advance, a lottery selection, and USCIS processing that can take several months. For Canadian Design Engineers with a qualifying engineering degree, TN is a faster and more predictable path to U.S. employment.
Where can I find Design Engineer jobs that offer TN visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for Canadian and Mexican professionals seeking U.S. roles with TN visa sponsorship. It surfaces Design Engineer openings from employers already familiar with the TN process, so you're not spending time on applications where sponsorship isn't available or where you'd need to explain the visa from the ground up.
Can I switch employers on a TN visa as a Design Engineer?
Yes, but the TN is employer-specific. When you change jobs, your new employer must sponsor a new TN petition before you start working for them. Canadian citizens can do this at a port of entry without prior USCIS filing. Mexican citizens need a new consular appointment. You cannot transfer a TN between employers the way some other visa categories allow.
What documents does my employer need to provide for TN sponsorship?
Your employer needs to provide a detailed offer letter that states your job title, engineering specialty, the fact that the position requires a bachelor's degree in engineering, your start date, and your compensation structure. For Mexican TN applicants, USCIS will also review this letter as part of consular processing. The offer letter is the document CBP or consular officers scrutinize most closely, so vague job descriptions create real risk.