TN Visa Electrical Design Engineer Jobs
Electrical Design Engineer roles qualify for TN visa sponsorship under the USMCA's engineering occupations category, covering circuit design, power systems, and CAD-driven schematic work. Canadian citizens can apply at the border with no cap; Mexican citizens go through consular processing. A valid job offer and engineering credentials are required.
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Get Access To All JobsWe have an exciting opportunity for an Electrical Design Engineer to join our growing team. Electrical design and equipment upgrades, medium and high voltage power distribution system design in an industrial setting, equipment design and selection including motor control centers, drives, switchgear, panelboards, substation transformers, and related equipment, drawing creation including one-lines, wiring diagrams, protective relays, breaker control schematic diagrams, and transfer schemes for plant power are all services in high demand from our clients. This is an extraordinary opportunity for a senior engineer to continue to build upon their engineering career, do challenging and meaningful work, and protect the earth’s resources at the same time.
This person will be able to work remotely but will be required to travel to South Florida client sites occasionally.
For the right candidate, this position offers the opportunity for significant professional growth and the potential to collaborate with local and national teams. The candidate will have a broad range of responsibilities, which include mentoring junior and midlevel electrical and Instrumentation and Control (I&C) staff, interact with clients, manage electrical and I&C related projects, and participate in new business development. In this role, your design delivery responsibilities will include power system modeling, conceptual design development, layout and selection of equipment, development of contract drawings using 2D and 3D design approaches, bid package preparation, field investigations, electrical and I&C design, and support during construction both in the office and the field. We are looking for candidates who have a passion for building things, meeting new people, and desire to work with professionals who perform industrial and municipal electrical, and other water/wastewater work.
The Electrical Design Engineering role confronts difficult problems related to electrical power distribution systems design, motor control systems design, and lighting systems design that may not have clearly defined solutions. The Electrical Engineering role supports projects of strategic importance and works independently with occasional guidance on essential and highly complex issues.
Responsibilities
- Design low-voltage (typically up to 480V) and medium-voltage (typically up to 15kV) electrical power distribution systems including switchgear, switchboards, motor control centers, distribution panels, and transformers.
- Oversee the design of conduit, duct bank, and cable tray systems.
- Coordinate the design of lighting systems.
- Coordinate with civil, structural, and mechanical disciplines.
- Prepare construction specifications for electrical equipment and systems.
- Perform engineering services during construction including submittal review and responding to requests for information (RFIs).
- Carry out short circuit, protective device coordination, and arc flash studies.
- Plan and track electrical scope, schedule, and budget at the project level.
- Flexibility to adapt and execute various additional assignments based on evolving needs.
Mentorship
May provide mentorship, guidance, support, and knowledge-sharing to help less experienced team members develop their skills and grow within their roles.
Skills and Competencies
- Competency in electrical power distribution systems design.
- Expertise in motor control systems design.
- Proficiency in the design of conduit, duct bank, and cable tray systems.
- Excellent skills in coordinating with civil, structural, and mechanical disciplines.
Experience
Typically, a minimum of 5 years related work experience in Electrical Engineering or related field. Has achieved or is working towards achieving professional license. Typically certified in the SMS Framework, and progressing through the SMS competencies.
Preferred Experience
- 8+ years of experience as an Electrical Engineer, with 3+ years acting as the Engineer of Record
- Leadership or mentorship experience
Education
A degree in Electrical Engineering or related field, or equivalent experience is required.
Salary Range: The anticipated starting pay range for this position is based on the employee’s primary work location and may be more or less depending upon skills, experience, and education. These ranges may be modified in the future.
Location A: $95,000 - $129,000
Location B: $104,000 - $142,000
You can view which BC location applies to you here. If you have any questions, please speak with your Recruiter.
Benefits and Other Compensation: We provide a comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee health, performance, and success which includes medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, life insurance, an employee assistance program, paid time off and parental leave, paid holidays, 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match, performance-based bonus eligibility, employee referral bonuses, tuition reimbursement, pet insurance and long-term care insurance.
About Brown and Caldwell
Headquartered in Walnut Creek, California, Brown and Caldwell is a full-service environmental engineering and construction services firm with 50 offices and over 2,100 professionals across North America and the Pacific. For more than 75 years, we have created leading-edge environmental solutions for municipalities, private industry, and government agencies. We strive to be the company of choice—to our clients, who benefit from our passion for delivering exceptional quality, and to our employees, present and future, who share our commitment to client service, collaboration, and innovation. Join us, and you will find a home where you can do your best work, reach new levels of expertise, and enjoy exceptional development opportunities.
This position is subject to a pre-employment background check and a pre-employment drug test.
Notice to Third Party Agencies: Brown and Caldwell does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without a previously signed agreement and approved engagement request with Brown and Caldwell, Brown and Caldwell reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency.
Brown and Caldwell is proud to be an EEO/AAP Employer. Brown and Caldwell encourages protected veterans, individuals with disabilities, and applicants from all backgrounds to apply. Brown and Caldwell ensures nondiscrimination in all programs and activities in accordance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
We have an exciting opportunity for an Electrical Design Engineer to join our growing team. Electrical design and equipment upgrades, medium and high voltage power distribution system design in an industrial setting, equipment design and selection including motor control centers, drives, switchgear, panelboards, substation transformers, and related equipment, drawing creation including one-lines, wiring diagrams, protective relays, breaker control schematic diagrams, and transfer schemes for plant power are all services in high demand from our clients. This is an extraordinary opportunity for a senior engineer to continue to build upon their engineering career, do challenging and meaningful work, and protect the earth’s resources at the same time.
This person will be able to work remotely but will be required to travel to South Florida client sites occasionally.
For the right candidate, this position offers the opportunity for significant professional growth and the potential to collaborate with local and national teams. The candidate will have a broad range of responsibilities, which include mentoring junior and midlevel electrical and Instrumentation and Control (I&C) staff, interact with clients, manage electrical and I&C related projects, and participate in new business development. In this role, your design delivery responsibilities will include power system modeling, conceptual design development, layout and selection of equipment, development of contract drawings using 2D and 3D design approaches, bid package preparation, field investigations, electrical and I&C design, and support during construction both in the office and the field. We are looking for candidates who have a passion for building things, meeting new people, and desire to work with professionals who perform industrial and municipal electrical, and other water/wastewater work.
The Electrical Design Engineering role confronts difficult problems related to electrical power distribution systems design, motor control systems design, and lighting systems design that may not have clearly defined solutions. The Electrical Engineering role supports projects of strategic importance and works independently with occasional guidance on essential and highly complex issues.
Responsibilities
- Design low-voltage (typically up to 480V) and medium-voltage (typically up to 15kV) electrical power distribution systems including switchgear, switchboards, motor control centers, distribution panels, and transformers.
- Oversee the design of conduit, duct bank, and cable tray systems.
- Coordinate the design of lighting systems.
- Coordinate with civil, structural, and mechanical disciplines.
- Prepare construction specifications for electrical equipment and systems.
- Perform engineering services during construction including submittal review and responding to requests for information (RFIs).
- Carry out short circuit, protective device coordination, and arc flash studies.
- Plan and track electrical scope, schedule, and budget at the project level.
- Flexibility to adapt and execute various additional assignments based on evolving needs.
Mentorship
May provide mentorship, guidance, support, and knowledge-sharing to help less experienced team members develop their skills and grow within their roles.
Skills and Competencies
- Competency in electrical power distribution systems design.
- Expertise in motor control systems design.
- Proficiency in the design of conduit, duct bank, and cable tray systems.
- Excellent skills in coordinating with civil, structural, and mechanical disciplines.
Experience
Typically, a minimum of 5 years related work experience in Electrical Engineering or related field. Has achieved or is working towards achieving professional license. Typically certified in the SMS Framework, and progressing through the SMS competencies.
Preferred Experience
- 8+ years of experience as an Electrical Engineer, with 3+ years acting as the Engineer of Record
- Leadership or mentorship experience
Education
A degree in Electrical Engineering or related field, or equivalent experience is required.
Salary Range: The anticipated starting pay range for this position is based on the employee’s primary work location and may be more or less depending upon skills, experience, and education. These ranges may be modified in the future.
Location A: $95,000 - $129,000
Location B: $104,000 - $142,000
You can view which BC location applies to you here. If you have any questions, please speak with your Recruiter.
Benefits and Other Compensation: We provide a comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee health, performance, and success which includes medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, life insurance, an employee assistance program, paid time off and parental leave, paid holidays, 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match, performance-based bonus eligibility, employee referral bonuses, tuition reimbursement, pet insurance and long-term care insurance.
About Brown and Caldwell
Headquartered in Walnut Creek, California, Brown and Caldwell is a full-service environmental engineering and construction services firm with 50 offices and over 2,100 professionals across North America and the Pacific. For more than 75 years, we have created leading-edge environmental solutions for municipalities, private industry, and government agencies. We strive to be the company of choice—to our clients, who benefit from our passion for delivering exceptional quality, and to our employees, present and future, who share our commitment to client service, collaboration, and innovation. Join us, and you will find a home where you can do your best work, reach new levels of expertise, and enjoy exceptional development opportunities.
This position is subject to a pre-employment background check and a pre-employment drug test.
Notice to Third Party Agencies: Brown and Caldwell does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without a previously signed agreement and approved engagement request with Brown and Caldwell, Brown and Caldwell reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency.
Brown and Caldwell is proud to be an EEO/AAP Employer. Brown and Caldwell encourages protected veterans, individuals with disabilities, and applicants from all backgrounds to apply. Brown and Caldwell ensures nondiscrimination in all programs and activities in accordance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding TN Visa Sponsorship as an Electrical Design Engineer
Align your credentials to TN engineering definitions
TN visa eligibility for engineers requires a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or a closely related field. A degree in electronics technology or a related applied science may not qualify, so verify your credential maps to the USMCA engineering occupation before applying.
Target employers with recent visa filing experience
Search for companies with recent visa filings in roles related to electrical or design engineering. Those employers already understand work visa sponsorship and won't need educating on the TN process. Since TN visas rely on a straightforward employer support letter presented at the U.S. border or consulate—without government filings—employers experienced with visa sponsorship in general through H-1B visa, E-3 visa, or green card processes are typically well-equipped to support TN candidates through this streamlined pathway.
Request a TN support letter covering your specific duties
Your employer's support letter must describe your daily responsibilities in terms that match the TN engineering occupation, not a generic job title. CBP officers at the border use this letter to verify eligibility, so vague duty descriptions are a common reason for delays or denials.
Find TN-sponsoring employers through Migrate Mate
Search Migrate Mate to filter Electrical Design Engineer roles by employers with documented TN visa sponsorship history. This shortens your search considerably compared to cold-applying and hoping a recruiter understands TN requirements.
Prepare Canadian border entry documents as a complete packet
Canadian citizens apply for TN status directly at a U.S. port of entry, so your offer letter, degree transcripts, and professional engineering credentials must all be organized and ready on the day of crossing. Missing a single document can result in secondary inspection or a return trip.
Clarify third-party site placement before the TN filing
Many Electrical Design Engineer roles involve work at client facilities rather than the employer's own office. CBP scrutinizes these arrangements under TN rules, so your support letter should explicitly address who supervises your work and confirm the employer-employee relationship remains intact.
Electrical Design Engineer TN Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does an Electrical Design Engineer role qualify for TN visa sponsorship?
Yes. Electrical Design Engineers qualify under the USMCA's engineer occupation category, which covers professional engineering work in areas like circuit design, power systems, and PCB layout. Your degree must be in electrical engineering or a closely related discipline, and your job duties must align with recognized engineering practice, not purely technician-level tasks.
How does TN compare to H-1B for Electrical Design Engineer positions?
TN has no annual lottery and no cap for Canadian citizens, so you can start work as soon as CBP approves your entry. H-1B requires entering a randomized lottery each spring with no guarantee of selection. For qualified Electrical Design Engineers with a Canadian or Mexican passport, TN is typically faster and more predictable than the H-1B path.
What documents does my employer need to provide for my TN application?
Your employer must provide a support letter on company letterhead that states your job title, a description of your duties, the professional engineering nature of the role, your salary, and the intended duration of employment. For Canadian applicants crossing at a port of entry, this letter is central to CBP's eligibility assessment and should be precise about responsibilities.
Where can I find Electrical Design Engineer jobs with TN visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for Canadian and Mexican professionals seeking U.S. roles with TN visa sponsorship. You can search Electrical Design Engineer positions filtered by employers with recent visa filings, which cuts out the guesswork of approaching companies experienced with work visa sponsorship and likely familiar with the USMCA engineering occupation category.
Can I switch employers while on TN status as an Electrical Design Engineer?
Yes, but your TN status is tied to your current employer. To change jobs, your new employer must support a fresh TN application before you begin work. For Canadian citizens, this typically means a new port-of-entry crossing or a change of status filing with USCIS. You cannot simply transfer TN status the way some other visa categories allow.