TN Visa Environmental Jobs
Environmental professionals from Canada and Mexico qualify for TN visa sponsorship under USMCA when hired for roles in environmental science, engineering, or consulting. No lottery, no cap for Canadians, and no I-129 petition required. Your offer letter and credential documents are your application.
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Terracon is seeking an experienced Environmental Regulatory Compliance Engineer or Scientist to join our Team in West Texas. This is an excellent opportunity for a highly-motivated individual to lead local and regional compliance efforts and assist with projects across the country.
Terracon is a 100 percent employee-owned consulting engineering firm providing quality services to clients. Since 1965, Terracon has evolved into a successful multi-discipline firm specializing in environmental, facilities, geotechnical, and materials services. Terracon currently has more than 5,000 employees in more than 150 offices with services available in all 50 states. Terracon’s growth is due to valued employees exceeding expectations in client service and growing their careers with new and exciting opportunities in the marketplace. Terracon’s vision of “Together, we are best at people” is best demonstrated by offering a flexible work schedule, striving for employees to have a proper work/life balance, and enabling employees to work remotely when appropriate. In addition, Terracon offers an excellent compensation and benefits package. Based on eligibility, we offer many programs including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) plan with matching (monetary and company stock), paid time off and holidays, education reimbursement, a company stock purchases plan, and various bonus programs.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
This individual must have a strong technical background, provide leadership and guidance on projects, work with existing staff to develop regulatory compliance opportunities locally and regionally, and grow the practice area. The individual must be currently established in the air permitting market in Texas and have strong knowledge of oil and gas, manufacturing, power generation, data centers, and industrial sectors. The individual will be responsible for growing the air permitting sector within the regulatory compliance practice. They will serve as a local point of contact and provide support for regional and national environmental compliance endeavors. They will review deliverables for quality following company standards and policies; provide leadership in environmental compliance marketing efforts; maintain existing and develop new client relationships; prepare proposals, cost estimates, and reports; and train, mentor, and direct field staff and project professionals.
The individual should be highly specialized and have solid experience in Texas air permitting, including:
- Title V permits
- Permits by Rule
- New Source Review (major and minor sources)
- Air permitting applicability determinations and permitting strategy
- Emissions calculations (criteria pollutants, HAPs, GHGs)
- Review and preparation of complex permit applications
- Oversight of air dispersion modeling (even if performed by others)
- Regulatory analysis and interpretation
- Agency coordination and negotiation with TCEQ
- Client-facing technical discussions and strategy development
The individual should have general knowledge of other regulatory compliance areas as listed below:
- Stormwater (municipal, industrial, construction)
- RCRA/Hazardous waste
- Oil Storage/SPCC plans
- SARA Title III (Tier II/TRI) reporting
- Industrial wastewater
Essential Roles and Responsibilities:
- Grow and expand existing environmental compliance services with a focus on the air permitting practice
- Prepare calculations, applications, plans, reports, proposals, and other deliverables
- Manage projects and staff to ensure quality and timeliness
- Understand the local and regional market
- Develop strong working relationships with clients
- Develop proposals in response to RFPs and client requests
- Participate in the development of local and regional marketing strategies
- Support safety efforts to promote safety rules and guidelines
- Evaluate problems and develop practical solutions that enable our clients to achieve and maintain compliance with environmental regulations
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Engineering, Civil Engineering, Chemical Engineering (preferred), or environmental-related discipline
- Minimum 13 years’ experience which may include advanced study and research in field
- PhD in Environmental Engineering preferred
- Demonstrated high level of technical writing ability
- Excellent analytical and communication skills
- Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Word
- Ability to prioritize, organize, and accomplish work and possess a positive attitude
- A valid driver’s license with acceptable violation history may be required
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Operating Group Manager and Service Line Director approval required
- Terracon Authorized Project Reviewer status required or recognized as a specialized technical subject matter expert (SME)
- 40-hour OSHA HAZWOPER and current 8-hour refresher
About us
Terracon is a 100 percent employee-owned multidiscipline consulting firm comprised of more than 8,000 curious minds focused on solving engineering and technical challenges from more than 200 locations nationwide. Since 1965, Terracon has evolved into a successful multi-discipline firm specializing in environmental, facilities, geotechnical, and materials services. Terracon’s growth is due to our talented employee-owners exceeding expectations in client service and growing their careers with new and exciting opportunities in the marketplace. Terracon was recognized as the #1 firm in Asbestos and Lead Abatement.
Terracon’s vision of “Together, we are best at people” is demonstrated through our excellent compensation and benefits package. Based on eligibility, role and job status, we offer many programs including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) plan, paid time off and holidays, education reimbursement, and various bonus programs.
ABOUT THE TEAM
Our national environmental team helps our clients do the right thing for their projects, and for our planet. Our professionals include environmental architects, archaeologists, biologists, engineers, geologists, historians, industrial hygienists, planners, and scientists. Working together in the field, office, or lab, we help guide clients through the steps and processes to address environmental challenges and move their projects forward as quickly, safely, and sustainably as possible. With services including site assessment, planning and permitting including cultural and natural resources, sustainability and resiliency, regulatory compliance, and industrial hygiene and safety, we’re at the forefront of helping clients succeed and communities thrive.
EEO Statement
Terracon is an EEO employer. We encourage qualified minority, female, veteran and disabled candidates to apply and be considered for open positions. We do not discriminate against any applicant for employment, or any employee because of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender, disability, age, or military status.
INTRODUCTION
Terracon is seeking an experienced Environmental Regulatory Compliance Engineer or Scientist to join our Team in West Texas. This is an excellent opportunity for a highly-motivated individual to lead local and regional compliance efforts and assist with projects across the country.
Terracon is a 100 percent employee-owned consulting engineering firm providing quality services to clients. Since 1965, Terracon has evolved into a successful multi-discipline firm specializing in environmental, facilities, geotechnical, and materials services. Terracon currently has more than 5,000 employees in more than 150 offices with services available in all 50 states. Terracon’s growth is due to valued employees exceeding expectations in client service and growing their careers with new and exciting opportunities in the marketplace. Terracon’s vision of “Together, we are best at people” is best demonstrated by offering a flexible work schedule, striving for employees to have a proper work/life balance, and enabling employees to work remotely when appropriate. In addition, Terracon offers an excellent compensation and benefits package. Based on eligibility, we offer many programs including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) plan with matching (monetary and company stock), paid time off and holidays, education reimbursement, a company stock purchases plan, and various bonus programs.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
This individual must have a strong technical background, provide leadership and guidance on projects, work with existing staff to develop regulatory compliance opportunities locally and regionally, and grow the practice area. The individual must be currently established in the air permitting market in Texas and have strong knowledge of oil and gas, manufacturing, power generation, data centers, and industrial sectors. The individual will be responsible for growing the air permitting sector within the regulatory compliance practice. They will serve as a local point of contact and provide support for regional and national environmental compliance endeavors. They will review deliverables for quality following company standards and policies; provide leadership in environmental compliance marketing efforts; maintain existing and develop new client relationships; prepare proposals, cost estimates, and reports; and train, mentor, and direct field staff and project professionals.
The individual should be highly specialized and have solid experience in Texas air permitting, including:
- Title V permits
- Permits by Rule
- New Source Review (major and minor sources)
- Air permitting applicability determinations and permitting strategy
- Emissions calculations (criteria pollutants, HAPs, GHGs)
- Review and preparation of complex permit applications
- Oversight of air dispersion modeling (even if performed by others)
- Regulatory analysis and interpretation
- Agency coordination and negotiation with TCEQ
- Client-facing technical discussions and strategy development
The individual should have general knowledge of other regulatory compliance areas as listed below:
- Stormwater (municipal, industrial, construction)
- RCRA/Hazardous waste
- Oil Storage/SPCC plans
- SARA Title III (Tier II/TRI) reporting
- Industrial wastewater
Essential Roles and Responsibilities:
- Grow and expand existing environmental compliance services with a focus on the air permitting practice
- Prepare calculations, applications, plans, reports, proposals, and other deliverables
- Manage projects and staff to ensure quality and timeliness
- Understand the local and regional market
- Develop strong working relationships with clients
- Develop proposals in response to RFPs and client requests
- Participate in the development of local and regional marketing strategies
- Support safety efforts to promote safety rules and guidelines
- Evaluate problems and develop practical solutions that enable our clients to achieve and maintain compliance with environmental regulations
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Engineering, Civil Engineering, Chemical Engineering (preferred), or environmental-related discipline
- Minimum 13 years’ experience which may include advanced study and research in field
- PhD in Environmental Engineering preferred
- Demonstrated high level of technical writing ability
- Excellent analytical and communication skills
- Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Word
- Ability to prioritize, organize, and accomplish work and possess a positive attitude
- A valid driver’s license with acceptable violation history may be required
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Operating Group Manager and Service Line Director approval required
- Terracon Authorized Project Reviewer status required or recognized as a specialized technical subject matter expert (SME)
- 40-hour OSHA HAZWOPER and current 8-hour refresher
About us
Terracon is a 100 percent employee-owned multidiscipline consulting firm comprised of more than 8,000 curious minds focused on solving engineering and technical challenges from more than 200 locations nationwide. Since 1965, Terracon has evolved into a successful multi-discipline firm specializing in environmental, facilities, geotechnical, and materials services. Terracon’s growth is due to our talented employee-owners exceeding expectations in client service and growing their careers with new and exciting opportunities in the marketplace. Terracon was recognized as the #1 firm in Asbestos and Lead Abatement.
Terracon’s vision of “Together, we are best at people” is demonstrated through our excellent compensation and benefits package. Based on eligibility, role and job status, we offer many programs including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) plan, paid time off and holidays, education reimbursement, and various bonus programs.
ABOUT THE TEAM
Our national environmental team helps our clients do the right thing for their projects, and for our planet. Our professionals include environmental architects, archaeologists, biologists, engineers, geologists, historians, industrial hygienists, planners, and scientists. Working together in the field, office, or lab, we help guide clients through the steps and processes to address environmental challenges and move their projects forward as quickly, safely, and sustainably as possible. With services including site assessment, planning and permitting including cultural and natural resources, sustainability and resiliency, regulatory compliance, and industrial hygiene and safety, we’re at the forefront of helping clients succeed and communities thrive.
EEO Statement
Terracon is an EEO employer. We encourage qualified minority, female, veteran and disabled candidates to apply and be considered for open positions. We do not discriminate against any applicant for employment, or any employee because of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender, disability, age, or military status.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding TN Visa Sponsorship in Environmental
Align your credentials to USMCA categories
TN visa approval for Environmental roles hinges on matching your degree to a recognized USMCA occupation, such as Engineer or Scientific Technician. A civil or environmental engineering degree clears this faster than a general science credential.
Request a detailed offer letter
Your offer letter does most of the work at the border or consulate. Ask your employer to specify the USMCA category, your job duties, and your employment period. Missing any of these is the most common reason for TN delays.
Target firms with active environmental compliance practices
Companies subject to EPA permitting, remediation contracts, or state environmental mandates hire environmental professionals on a recurring basis. These employers already understand TN sponsorship because they've navigated it before.
Search TN-sponsored Environmental roles on Migrate Mate
Find Environmental jobs where employers are already open to TN visa sponsorship using Migrate Mate. It filters roles by visa type so you're not cold-pitching companies that have never filed a TN before.
Use employer filing history to vet sponsorship readiness
Before applying, check whether a firm has recent visa filings for environmental or engineering roles. A history of visa sponsorship experience signals that HR already knows how to support foreign national hires.
Prepare credential equivalency documentation upfront
Mexican professionals with degrees from non-USMCA-listed institutions should obtain a credential evaluation before applying. CBP officers at the port of entry can't grant TN status if degree equivalency is unclear on the day of entry.
Environmental TN Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Which TN visa category covers Environmental professionals?
Environmental roles most commonly qualify under the Engineer or Scientific Technician category defined in USMCA Appendix 2. An environmental engineer with a relevant degree files under Engineer. Technician-level roles require a degree or post-secondary diploma and a supervising professional. The specific category affects how your offer letter must be worded, so confirm the classification with your employer before the letter is drafted.
How does the TN visa compare to H-1B for Environmental jobs?
TN has no annual lottery, no cap for Canadians, and no I-129 petition, which means you can start work as soon as CBP approves your entry, often the same day. H-1B visa requires registration in a lottery each spring, a wait of several months for processing, and significant employer legal costs. For Canadian and Mexican environmental professionals with a qualifying degree and a job offer in hand, TN is far more direct.
Do Environmental roles require a four-year degree to qualify for TN?
For the Engineer category, yes, a bachelor's degree or higher in an engineering discipline is required under USMCA. For Scientific Technician roles, a degree or diploma from a post-secondary institution may suffice, provided the work is done under direct supervision of an engineer or scientist. Canadian three-year bachelor's degrees are generally accepted as equivalent to a U.S. four-year degree by CBP.
Where can I find Environmental employers that already support TN visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate lets you search Environmental jobs filtered by TN visa sponsorship, so you're only looking at employers who have indicated they'll support the process. This matters because TN requires employer cooperation on the offer letter and, for Mexicans, the I-129 petition. Targeting employers already familiar with TN avoids the back-and-forth of educating HR during the hiring process.
Can Mexican Environmental professionals get TN status at the border like Canadians?
No. Mexican citizens must apply for TN status at a U.S. consulate in Mexico and receive a TN visa stamp before traveling. Canadians can present their documentation directly at a port of entry and receive TN status on the spot without a visa stamp. Mexican professionals should expect consular processing time and should not resign from their current position until the visa is in hand.