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Field Engineer roles qualify for TN visa sponsorship under the USMCA engineer category, covering positions in construction, telecommunications, energy, and industrial systems. Canadian citizens can apply at the border with no cap or lottery. Mexican citizens need a consular appointment. Your employer files no petition with USCIS for Canadian applicants.
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Monday-Friday - NO weekends - NO holidays - NO call requirements
This is a LTC field based position in the greater Hampton / Newport News, VA area
Optum Home & Community Care, part of the Optum family of businesses, is creating something new in health care. We are uniting industry-leading solutions to build an integrated care model that holistically addresses an individual's physical, mental and social needs - helping patients access and navigate care anytime and anywhere. As a team member of our Senior Community Care (SCC) team, we work to provide care to patients in nursing homes, senior housing and assisted living settings. This life-changing work adds a layer of support to improve access to care. We're connecting care to create a seamless health journey for patients across settings. Join us in making healthcare work better for everyone through people-led, responsible AI while Caring. Connecting. Growing together.
You will be part of the primary care team collaborating with all interdisciplinary team members and will support multiple providers. The RN is a flexible team member who works alongside nurse practitioners (NPs) and physician assistants (PAs).
Location: Newport News, VA
Primary Responsibilities:
- Collaborating with all members of the interdisciplinary care team around changes in condition and/or care coordination
- Triage member needs to the appropriate care team member and level of care
- Assist with transitions in care: outpatient and inpatient
- Assist in assuring complete and accurate documentation, medication reconciliation, nursing rounds, and risk assessments
What Makes an Optum Career different?
- Nurses are supported to practice at the peak of their license
- We believe that better care for nurses equates to better care for patients
- We influence change nationally while maintaining the culture and community of local care organizations
- We grow talent from within. No matter where you want to go - geographically or professionally - you can do it here
Compensation & Benefits Highlights:
- Guaranteed, competitive compensation model based on quality, not quantity, with bonus opportunities
- Financial stability and support of a Fortune 5 Company
- Robust retirement offerings including employer funded contributions and Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP for UHG Stock)
- Comprehensive benefits plan inclusive of medical, dental, vision, STD/LTD, CE & equipment allowances
- Robust nursing learning and development programs
You'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.
Required Qualifications:
- Associate degree or higher in Nursing (RN)
- Active unrestricted Registered Nurse license in your state of residence or ability to obtain within 60 days of hire
- Certified in Basic Life Support
- Driver's License and access to reliable transportation that will enable you to travel up to 100% to visit clients and / or patient sites within a designated area
Preferred Qualification:
- Bachelors Degree in Nursing (BSN)
- Long Term Care or Home-based Medical Care experience
- Experience working with the geriatric population
- Field based experience
Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). The salary for this role will range from $60,200 - $107,400 annually based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.
At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and help make the health system work better for everyone. Together, we are shaping the future of healthcare by harnessing technology and innovation to make care simpler to navigate, more affordable and more connected for the people we serve. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels welcomed, valued, heard and respected, empowering people to bring their authentic selves to work and strengthening our collective impact through diverse talents, backgrounds, experiences and perspectives.
UnitedHealth Group and its affiliated brands are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.
UnitedHealth Group and its affiliated brands are a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.
$2,500 Sign-on Bonus
Monday-Friday - NO weekends - NO holidays - NO call requirements
This is a LTC field based position in the greater Hampton / Newport News, VA area
Optum Home & Community Care, part of the Optum family of businesses, is creating something new in health care. We are uniting industry-leading solutions to build an integrated care model that holistically addresses an individual's physical, mental and social needs - helping patients access and navigate care anytime and anywhere. As a team member of our Senior Community Care (SCC) team, we work to provide care to patients in nursing homes, senior housing and assisted living settings. This life-changing work adds a layer of support to improve access to care. We're connecting care to create a seamless health journey for patients across settings. Join us in making healthcare work better for everyone through people-led, responsible AI while Caring. Connecting. Growing together.
You will be part of the primary care team collaborating with all interdisciplinary team members and will support multiple providers. The RN is a flexible team member who works alongside nurse practitioners (NPs) and physician assistants (PAs).
Location: Newport News, VA
Primary Responsibilities:
- Collaborating with all members of the interdisciplinary care team around changes in condition and/or care coordination
- Triage member needs to the appropriate care team member and level of care
- Assist with transitions in care: outpatient and inpatient
- Assist in assuring complete and accurate documentation, medication reconciliation, nursing rounds, and risk assessments
What Makes an Optum Career different?
- Nurses are supported to practice at the peak of their license
- We believe that better care for nurses equates to better care for patients
- We influence change nationally while maintaining the culture and community of local care organizations
- We grow talent from within. No matter where you want to go - geographically or professionally - you can do it here
Compensation & Benefits Highlights:
- Guaranteed, competitive compensation model based on quality, not quantity, with bonus opportunities
- Financial stability and support of a Fortune 5 Company
- Robust retirement offerings including employer funded contributions and Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP for UHG Stock)
- Comprehensive benefits plan inclusive of medical, dental, vision, STD/LTD, CE & equipment allowances
- Robust nursing learning and development programs
You'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.
Required Qualifications:
- Associate degree or higher in Nursing (RN)
- Active unrestricted Registered Nurse license in your state of residence or ability to obtain within 60 days of hire
- Certified in Basic Life Support
- Driver's License and access to reliable transportation that will enable you to travel up to 100% to visit clients and / or patient sites within a designated area
Preferred Qualification:
- Bachelors Degree in Nursing (BSN)
- Long Term Care or Home-based Medical Care experience
- Experience working with the geriatric population
- Field based experience
Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). The salary for this role will range from $60,200 - $107,400 annually based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.
At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and help make the health system work better for everyone. Together, we are shaping the future of healthcare by harnessing technology and innovation to make care simpler to navigate, more affordable and more connected for the people we serve. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels welcomed, valued, heard and respected, empowering people to bring their authentic selves to work and strengthening our collective impact through diverse talents, backgrounds, experiences and perspectives.
UnitedHealth Group and its affiliated brands are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.
UnitedHealth Group and its affiliated brands are a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding TN Visa Sponsorship as a Field Engineer
Document your engineering discipline precisely
TN visa approval depends on your degree matching the field engineer role. A mechanical engineering degree supporting an oil and gas field engineer position is clean. A general business degree is not. Get a credential evaluation if your degree is non-U.S.
Target industries with established TN workflows
Energy, telecommunications, and civil infrastructure employers file TN support letters routinely. These industries employ field engineers on multi-year contracts and understand the USMCA process, reducing the back-and-forth that delays offers at less experienced companies.
Request a support letter before your border crossing
Canadian applicants present the employer's TN support letter directly to CBP at the port of entry. That letter must specify your engineering discipline, project scope, and intended duration. A vague letter is the most common reason for secondary inspection or denial.
Clarify your work sites before signing
Field engineers move between client sites, which can complicate TN status if your employer's support letter ties you to a single location. Confirm your offer letter reflects multi-site or project-based work so your documentation matches your actual duties.
Search for sponsoring employers through Migrate Mate
Finding employers experienced with visa sponsorship for field engineers saves weeks of filtering. Migrate Mate surfaces companies with recent visa filings in engineering, so you're applying where the sponsorship process is already understood.
Prepare for status renewal around project end dates
Field engineer contracts often align with project milestones, not calendar years. Renew your TN status before your current authorization expires, even mid-project. CBP grants TN status in up to three-year increments with no cap on renewals.
Field Engineer TN Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a field engineer role qualify for TN visa status?
Field engineer positions qualify under the USMCA engineer category when the role requires a bachelor's degree or higher in a relevant engineering discipline and the duties align with professional engineering work. Roles involving installation, systems diagnostics, project supervision, or technical field operations for industrial or infrastructure projects typically meet this standard. The job title alone is not determinative; the actual duties and your credentials must match.
How does TN visa sponsorship for field engineers compare to H-1B?
TN has no annual lottery and no cap for Canadian citizens, which means you can start working as soon as CBP approves your application at the port of entry. H-1B visa requires a lottery selection that accepts fewer than one in four registrants in recent years. For Mexican field engineers, TN requires a consular appointment but still avoids the H-1B lottery entirely. Employers also face significantly less paperwork under TN than H-1B visa.
What does the employer need to provide for a TN field engineer application?
Your employer must provide a support letter on company letterhead that confirms your job title, engineering discipline, specific duties, your Canadian or Mexican citizenship, your qualifications, and the intended employment period. For Canadian applicants, this letter goes directly to CBP at the border. For Mexican applicants, it accompanies your DS-160 and consular interview. The letter should describe actual field engineering duties, not restate your job title.
Where can I find field engineer jobs with TN visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is the recommended platform for finding field engineer positions where employers already have TN visa sponsorship experience. Filtering for employers familiar with the USMCA engineer category reduces the time spent educating hiring managers about the process. Look for roles in energy, telecommunications, civil infrastructure, and industrial manufacturing, where TN-sponsored field engineer hiring is most established.
Can I switch field engineer employers while on TN status?
Yes, but TN status is employer-specific. You must obtain a new TN authorization before or at the time you start with the new employer. Canadian citizens can apply at the port of entry with a new support letter from the incoming employer. Mexican citizens need a new consular appointment. There is no grace period that lets you work for a new employer under your previous TN authorization.