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Distribution Operations Manager roles qualify for TN visa sponsorship under the USMCA's Management Consultant or Industrial Engineer categories, depending on how the position is scoped. Canadian citizens can enter at the port of entry without pre-filing; Mexican citizens go through consular processing. A qualifying job offer and relevant degree are required.
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This role is based at the Port Arthur Platform within the Instrumentation and Electrical Engineering Department.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Join our dynamic US Refining & Chemicals Electrical Engineering Team as A Senior Power Distribution Reliability Engineer at our Port Arthur Platform!
What does joining the Electrical Engineering team look like?
It’s about working with a team to maintain and improve the power distribution network at the Port Arthur Platform.
It requires a short-term and long-term focus.
It’s interacting with stakeholders and ensuring their needs are met and exceeded.
It’s being a part of a great team and having the opportunity to make an impact.
What does it take to be a Power Distribution Reliability Engineer?
It is about leadership, coordination, teamwork, and execution. It is having extensive knowledge in power distribution and working with stakeholders to ensure that the power distribution systems are maintained and functioning optimally.
Read on for me, and don’t hesitate to apply today!
Activities
- Develop strong relationships with all groups within the Platform including Engineering, Businesses teams, Capital, and Turn Around.
- Oversee the design, selection, configuration, maintenance, development, and implementation of the life cycle plans for the power distribution systems at the refinery.
- Analyzing existing systems, developing strategies for improving safety, reliability, efficiency, and quality of the power distribution systems by performing benchmarking and gap closure analysis for the asset health.
- Troubleshoot the power distribution system failures and works with the Power Distribution Coordinator to ensure the repairs are prioritized and completed in a timely manner.
- Provide technical support for the power distribution system as required.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- BS in Electrical Engineering with a minimum 5+ years’ experience.
- Knowledge and experience in ISA, ANSI, NEC, NESC, IEEE, and OSHA 1910 standards as they apply to electrical equipment and safe work practices.
- Experience in the application of protective relaying.
- Experience in the design and troubleshooting of electrical switchgear.
- Knowledge in the repair and control of both induction and synchronous motors.
- Experience in the use and interpretation of data collected with standard electrical test equipment.
- Ability to lead by example, logical problem-solving skills, works well in team environment, able to manage multiple/changing priorities.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected characteristics, including disability and protected veteran status.
TotalEnergies valorise la diversité, promeut le développement individuel et offre des opportunités d'emploi égales à tous les candidats.
Located in Texas near the Gulf of Mexico, Port Arthur is one of TotalEnergies’ biggest refining and petrochemicals platforms, employing nearly 650 TotalEnergies employees. It is the largest TotalEnergies facility in the United States.
The city of Port Arthur is located on the shores of Lake Sabine with wetlands and Gulf beaches at its southern tip. There’s a strong sense of community and true southern hospitality. For adventure further afield, the Cajun culture of Louisiana is at your doorstep, and being not far from Houston, both local and international travel is only a stone’s throw away.
INTRODUCTION
This role is based at the Port Arthur Platform within the Instrumentation and Electrical Engineering Department.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Join our dynamic US Refining & Chemicals Electrical Engineering Team as A Senior Power Distribution Reliability Engineer at our Port Arthur Platform!
What does joining the Electrical Engineering team look like?
It’s about working with a team to maintain and improve the power distribution network at the Port Arthur Platform.
It requires a short-term and long-term focus.
It’s interacting with stakeholders and ensuring their needs are met and exceeded.
It’s being a part of a great team and having the opportunity to make an impact.
What does it take to be a Power Distribution Reliability Engineer?
It is about leadership, coordination, teamwork, and execution. It is having extensive knowledge in power distribution and working with stakeholders to ensure that the power distribution systems are maintained and functioning optimally.
Read on for me, and don’t hesitate to apply today!
Activities
- Develop strong relationships with all groups within the Platform including Engineering, Businesses teams, Capital, and Turn Around.
- Oversee the design, selection, configuration, maintenance, development, and implementation of the life cycle plans for the power distribution systems at the refinery.
- Analyzing existing systems, developing strategies for improving safety, reliability, efficiency, and quality of the power distribution systems by performing benchmarking and gap closure analysis for the asset health.
- Troubleshoot the power distribution system failures and works with the Power Distribution Coordinator to ensure the repairs are prioritized and completed in a timely manner.
- Provide technical support for the power distribution system as required.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- BS in Electrical Engineering with a minimum 5+ years’ experience.
- Knowledge and experience in ISA, ANSI, NEC, NESC, IEEE, and OSHA 1910 standards as they apply to electrical equipment and safe work practices.
- Experience in the application of protective relaying.
- Experience in the design and troubleshooting of electrical switchgear.
- Knowledge in the repair and control of both induction and synchronous motors.
- Experience in the use and interpretation of data collected with standard electrical test equipment.
- Ability to lead by example, logical problem-solving skills, works well in team environment, able to manage multiple/changing priorities.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected characteristics, including disability and protected veteran status.
TotalEnergies valorise la diversité, promeut le développement individuel et offre des opportunités d'emploi égales à tous les candidats.
Located in Texas near the Gulf of Mexico, Port Arthur is one of TotalEnergies’ biggest refining and petrochemicals platforms, employing nearly 650 TotalEnergies employees. It is the largest TotalEnergies facility in the United States.
The city of Port Arthur is located on the shores of Lake Sabine with wetlands and Gulf beaches at its southern tip. There’s a strong sense of community and true southern hospitality. For adventure further afield, the Cajun culture of Louisiana is at your doorstep, and being not far from Houston, both local and international travel is only a stone’s throw away.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding TN Visa Sponsorship as a Distribution Operations Manager
Align your credentials to the qualifying category
Distribution Operations Manager roles can file under Management Consultant or Industrial Engineer depending on job duties. Your degree field must match the category your employer selects, so confirm the classification before any paperwork starts.
Target employers with dedicated immigration support
Large logistics and supply chain employers like third-party logistics firms, retail distribution networks, and e-commerce fulfillment operations regularly sponsor TN visa professionals. Look for job postings that explicitly reference USMCA or TN eligibility in their requirements.
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Use Migrate Mate to filter Distribution Operations Manager openings by employers with recent visa filings. This cuts the time you spend cold-applying to companies without experience in sponsoring work visas for operations roles.
Prepare a detailed duties letter before the offer stage
CBP officers assess TN eligibility at the port of entry based on a support letter from your employer. For distribution roles, the letter must tie specific duties like logistics optimization, process engineering, or supply chain analysis to the qualifying USMCA category.
Clarify supervisory versus managerial scope with your employer
Roles that are primarily supervisory over hourly warehouse staff are harder to qualify under TN than roles with strategic or analytical responsibilities. Work with your employer's HR or legal team to ensure the offer letter frames your duties accurately.
Plan renewals around operational project cycles
TN status is granted in up to three-year increments with unlimited renewals. If you're Canadian, renewal at the port of entry is straightforward, but schedule it before a major distribution season so travel disruptions don't create gaps in your authorization.
Distribution Operations Manager TN Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Distribution Operations Manager role qualify for TN visa status?
It can qualify under the Management Consultant or Industrial Engineer category, depending on how the role is defined. If your duties focus on optimizing supply chain systems, improving distribution processes, or applying industrial engineering principles, the case is strong. Roles that are primarily supervisory without analytical or consulting responsibilities face more scrutiny at adjudication.
How does TN visa sponsorship compare to H-1B for this role?
TN has no annual lottery and no cap for Canadian citizens, meaning you can start working as soon as CBP approves your application at the port of entry. H-1B visa requires winning a lottery with roughly a 25 percent selection rate and waiting until October 1 to begin work. For Distribution Operations Manager roles with a qualifying degree, TN is a faster and more predictable path.
What documents does my employer need to prepare for my TN application?
Your employer must provide a support letter on company letterhead that describes your specific job duties, confirms the TN category being claimed, states the offer is temporary, and lists your salary and employment period. For distribution roles, the letter should explicitly connect your responsibilities to the qualifying occupational category rather than using generic operations management language.
How can I find Distribution Operations Manager jobs with TN visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for Canadian and Mexican professionals searching for TN-eligible roles. You can filter by job title and see employers with recent visa filings, which demonstrates their experience with work visa sponsorship and familiarity with USMCA professional categories. Standard job boards don't filter by visa type or sponsorship readiness, so cold-applying to companies unfamiliar with TN processes can waste time.
Can Mexican citizens use TN for Distribution Operations Manager roles, and is the process different?
Yes, Mexican citizens qualify for TN status for this role under the same USMCA occupational categories. The key difference is that Mexican applicants must apply at a U.S. consulate in Mexico rather than at a port of entry. Processing times at the consulate vary, so building extra lead time into your job transition timeline is practical. There is also a separate annual allocation that applies to Mexican TN applicants.