TN Visa Environmental Engineer Jobs
Environmental Engineer roles qualify for TN visa sponsorship under USMCA, covering work in pollution control, environmental impact assessment, and remediation project management. Canadian citizens can apply at the border with no cap; Mexican citizens are subject to a limited annual allocation. A qualifying job offer and a relevant engineering degree are required.
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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 as an Environmental Engineer
Align your credentials to U.S. licensing expectations
TN visa approval requires a degree in environmental engineering or a closely related field. If your Canadian or Mexican credential uses a different title, get a credential evaluation confirming equivalency to a U.S. bachelor's before applying.
Target firms with active federal environmental contracts
Engineering consultancies holding EPA, Army Corps of Engineers, or state environmental agency contracts file TN sponsorship routinely. These employers understand the documentation requirements and won't hesitate at the border letter step.
Request a support letter that names your specific duties
CBP officers look for explicit connection between your stated duties and the Environmental Engineer occupation category. A generic offer letter gets flagged. Ask your employer to list specific activities like site assessments, NEPA compliance, or remediation oversight.
Search verified TN-sponsoring employers through Migrate Mate
Filtering job listings by TN visa eligibility saves time you'd otherwise spend cold-emailing HR. Migrate Mate surfaces Environmental Engineer roles where employers have confirmed TN sponsorship, so you're applying to positions that are already structured for your status.
Prepare for Mexican national processing timelines at consulates
Mexican citizens must apply through a U.S. consulate rather than at a land port. Consulate appointment slots can run four to eight weeks out, so align your job offer start date to avoid gaps between acceptance and your first day.
Clarify PE licensure expectations before accepting an offer
Some U.S. environmental roles require a Professional Engineer license for signing off on reports. TN status doesn't require PE licensure to qualify, but confirm with your employer whether they need it operationally, since licensure requirements vary by state.
Environmental Engineer TN Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does Environmental Engineer qualify for TN visa status under USMCA?
Yes. Environmental Engineer is listed as a qualifying occupation under the USMCA TN category for engineers. Your degree must be in environmental engineering or a closely related discipline such as civil or chemical engineering with an environmental focus, and you must have a job offer from a U.S. employer that matches that specialty.
How does TN compare to H-1B for Environmental Engineer roles?
TN has no lottery and no annual cap for Canadian citizens, making it far more predictable than H-1B visa. You can apply at a Canadian land port and receive same-day approval. H-1B requires employer sponsorship months in advance, entry into a randomized lottery, and a cap of 85,000 slots per fiscal year. Mexican nationals face a TN annual cap, but the process still bypasses the H-1B lottery entirely.
Where can I find Environmental Engineer jobs that offer TN visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for TN visa job seekers. It filters Environmental Engineer roles by confirmed TN sponsorship, so you're not wasting time on positions where the employer doesn't understand or won't support your visa status. Searching there gives you a targeted list of employers already set up to hire Canadian and Mexican professionals.
Can I switch Environmental Engineer employers while on TN status?
Yes, but your TN status is tied to your current employer. Before you start with a new employer, they must provide a new support letter and you must obtain a new TN authorization, either at a port of entry or through USCIS. Working for the new employer before that authorization is in place puts your status at risk.
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 duties tied specifically to environmental engineering work, the duration of employment, your educational qualifications, and your salary. For Canadian citizens applying at the border, this letter and your degree credential are typically sufficient. Mexican citizens will also need these for a consulate appointment.