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Entry level roles in fields like engineering, accounting, and computer science qualify for TN visa sponsorship under USMCA for Canadian and Mexican professionals. No lottery, no cap for Canadians, and employers can file your TN paperwork at the port of entry or through USCIS, making your first U.S. job offer faster to act on than most work visas.
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Junior level Electrical Engineer. Performs engineering work in the initial planning and design phases of projects. This includes engineering/design for power distribution systems, lighting systems, grounding systems, lightning protection systems, backup power supply systems, instrumentation, controls, and fire detection/alarming. Perform studies and technical activities to arrive at the most cost effective, reliable technical solution. May also support procurement and construction phases or projects with engineering knowledge and experience.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop conceptual design, perform calculations, and perform system studies.
- Develop detailed electrical drawings.
- Ensure conformance to applicable engineering codes and standards as well as company policies and procedures.
- Coordinate with and consult other Engineers and Designers to engineer, lay out, or detail components and systems and to resolve technical and other issues.
Secondary Responsibilities
- Collect and interpret engineering data, compile data for project reports, collect and compile field data as required, assist in proposal efforts as directed, document technical data for management review, provide other entry level duties as assigned, assist with preparation of labor/material estimates and design packages for clients.
- Is aware of costs and schedule related to own work.
- Organizes own work to meet deadlines set by others.
- Communicates information, asks questions, and checks for understanding.
- Contributes to a team environment.
Basic Qualifications:
- Bachelors or Masters Degree in Electrical Engineering from ABET accredited school.
- Has 0 - 4 years related experience (entry to junior level).
- Has basic knowledge of theories, practices and procedures in electrical engineering.
- Strong computer skills with Office products (Word, Excel, etc.).
- Training and/or experience with CADD (AutoCAD, REVIT, and/or MicroStation, etc.).
- Good verbal and writing skills.
- Factory, field, and/or construction experience a plus.
- Practical electrical skills a plus.
- Familiarity with NEC, IEEE, NFPA, and ANSI codes and standards a plus.
- Candidates must be willing to travel for infrequent field assignments.
About APTIM
APTIM enhances the quality of the environment, wellbeing of people, resilience of communities, and opportunity for employees to make a difference, not just a living. A leading professional solutions firm, we specialize in environmental, sustainability, resilience, and infrastructure solutions. Our team of experts provide these integrated solutions for forward-thinking government agencies, commercial and industrial clients, and energy customers. Together, we create sustainable and resilient communities for all.
What you can expect from APTIM:
- Work that is worthy of your time and talent
- Respect and flexibility to live a full life at work and at home
- Dogged determination to deliver for our clients and communities
- A voice in making our company better
- Investment into your personal and professional development
As of the date of this posting, a good faith estimate of the current pay range for this position is $68,000 - $73,000 Per Year. Compensation depends on several factors including: experience, education, key skills, geographic location of the position, client requirements, external market competitiveness, and internal equity among other employees within APTIM.
Employee Benefits
APTIM Federal Services, LLC is committed to providing an extensive range of benefits that protect and promote the health and financial well-being of our employees and their families through the APTIM Benefits Marketplace.
- Medical, vision, and dental insurance: Through the marketplace, our employees can choose benefits from five metallic levels and several carriers to find the right benefits that work for them in their location.
- Company paid and optional Life insurance
- Short-term and long-term disability insurance
- Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity coverage
- Paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave (eligibility based on company policy and applicable law)
- 401(k) APTIM offers three 401k plans through the Aon Pooled Employer Plan (PEP). The specific plan you are eligible for depends on the business unit you are in. The details of the largest plan are found here:
- APTIM 401(k) Guide
- APTIM - Helpful Documents
Watch our video:
About APTIM - In Pursuit of Better
Job Summary:
Junior level Electrical Engineer. Performs engineering work in the initial planning and design phases of projects. This includes engineering/design for power distribution systems, lighting systems, grounding systems, lightning protection systems, backup power supply systems, instrumentation, controls, and fire detection/alarming. Perform studies and technical activities to arrive at the most cost effective, reliable technical solution. May also support procurement and construction phases or projects with engineering knowledge and experience.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop conceptual design, perform calculations, and perform system studies.
- Develop detailed electrical drawings.
- Ensure conformance to applicable engineering codes and standards as well as company policies and procedures.
- Coordinate with and consult other Engineers and Designers to engineer, lay out, or detail components and systems and to resolve technical and other issues.
Secondary Responsibilities
- Collect and interpret engineering data, compile data for project reports, collect and compile field data as required, assist in proposal efforts as directed, document technical data for management review, provide other entry level duties as assigned, assist with preparation of labor/material estimates and design packages for clients.
- Is aware of costs and schedule related to own work.
- Organizes own work to meet deadlines set by others.
- Communicates information, asks questions, and checks for understanding.
- Contributes to a team environment.
Basic Qualifications:
- Bachelors or Masters Degree in Electrical Engineering from ABET accredited school.
- Has 0 - 4 years related experience (entry to junior level).
- Has basic knowledge of theories, practices and procedures in electrical engineering.
- Strong computer skills with Office products (Word, Excel, etc.).
- Training and/or experience with CADD (AutoCAD, REVIT, and/or MicroStation, etc.).
- Good verbal and writing skills.
- Factory, field, and/or construction experience a plus.
- Practical electrical skills a plus.
- Familiarity with NEC, IEEE, NFPA, and ANSI codes and standards a plus.
- Candidates must be willing to travel for infrequent field assignments.
About APTIM
APTIM enhances the quality of the environment, wellbeing of people, resilience of communities, and opportunity for employees to make a difference, not just a living. A leading professional solutions firm, we specialize in environmental, sustainability, resilience, and infrastructure solutions. Our team of experts provide these integrated solutions for forward-thinking government agencies, commercial and industrial clients, and energy customers. Together, we create sustainable and resilient communities for all.
What you can expect from APTIM:
- Work that is worthy of your time and talent
- Respect and flexibility to live a full life at work and at home
- Dogged determination to deliver for our clients and communities
- A voice in making our company better
- Investment into your personal and professional development
As of the date of this posting, a good faith estimate of the current pay range for this position is $68,000 - $73,000 Per Year. Compensation depends on several factors including: experience, education, key skills, geographic location of the position, client requirements, external market competitiveness, and internal equity among other employees within APTIM.
Employee Benefits
APTIM Federal Services, LLC is committed to providing an extensive range of benefits that protect and promote the health and financial well-being of our employees and their families through the APTIM Benefits Marketplace.
- Medical, vision, and dental insurance: Through the marketplace, our employees can choose benefits from five metallic levels and several carriers to find the right benefits that work for them in their location.
- Company paid and optional Life insurance
- Short-term and long-term disability insurance
- Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity coverage
- Paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave (eligibility based on company policy and applicable law)
- 401(k) APTIM offers three 401k plans through the Aon Pooled Employer Plan (PEP). The specific plan you are eligible for depends on the business unit you are in. The details of the largest plan are found here:
- APTIM 401(k) Guide
- APTIM - Helpful Documents
Watch our video:
About APTIM - In Pursuit of Better
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding TN Visa Sponsorship in Entry Level
Align your degree to USMCA job categories
TN visa eligibility depends on your occupation matching an approved USMCA category, not just your job title. Confirm your entry level role falls under a listed profession before applying, since a mismatched category is the most common reason TN petitions get denied.
Request a TN-specific offer letter
Your employer's offer letter must describe your role, its connection to a USMCA profession, and your intended start date. Generic offer letters regularly cause delays at the port of entry, so ask HR to include this detail before you travel.
Target employers with U.S. immigration infrastructure
Mid-size and large employers in engineering, finance, and IT are far more likely to have HR teams familiar with TN filings. Filter your search to companies that have sponsored work visas before so you're not educating a hiring manager about TN from scratch.
Search TN-sponsoring employers through Migrate Mate
Use Migrate Mate to find entry level roles at employers who actively sponsor TN visas. Filtering by TN-eligible occupations saves time you'd otherwise spend cold-applying to companies with no immigration support in place.
Prepare your credential documents before interviewing
Canadian professionals can get TN status at the border on the same day, but only with the right documents in hand. Gather your degree transcripts, diplomas, and any professional licenses before you start interviewing so you're ready to file the moment an offer arrives.
Understand Mexican TN quota timing before accepting an offer
Mexican nationals are subject to an annual TN cap of 5,500 visas, unlike Canadians who face no limit. If you're Mexican and receive an offer late in the fiscal year, confirm with your employer's immigration contact that quota remains available before you give notice at your current job.
Entry Level TN Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
What entry level occupations qualify for a TN visa?
TN visas cover specific USMCA-listed professions, not all entry level roles. Qualifying entry level positions typically fall under categories like engineer, accountant, computer systems analyst, scientific technician, or management consultant. Your job duties and your degree field both need to match the USMCA profession description, not just your job title.
How does TN visa sponsorship compare to H-1B for entry level jobs?
TN sponsorship is significantly more accessible for entry level roles than H-1B visa. There's no annual lottery, no cap for Canadian applicants, and employers can file your TN at the border the same day you receive an offer. H-1B requires advance lottery registration, a six-month wait if selected, and USCIS adjudication. For qualifying USMCA occupations, TN is almost always the faster path.
Can my employer file my TN visa if they've never sponsored one before?
Yes, but expect the process to take longer. Employers new to TN filings often submit incomplete offer letters or miss the USMCA profession documentation requirements. Giving your HR team the USCIS TN visa checklist early in the process reduces back-and-forth and avoids delays at the border or during USCIS adjudication.
Where can I find entry level jobs that sponsor TN visas?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for Canadian and Mexican professionals searching for TN-eligible roles. You can filter by USMCA occupation category and find employers who have actively sponsored work visas, which saves significant time compared to applying broadly and asking each employer individually about their immigration support.
Does my entry level role need to require a bachelor's degree to qualify for TN status?
For most USMCA categories, yes. The TN visa is designed for professional-level roles, and USCIS or CBP will review whether your position genuinely requires a degree in a specific field. If your entry level role accepts any bachelor's degree regardless of field, that can create problems with the specialty occupation standard and weaken your TN application.