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Geologist roles qualify for TN visa sponsorship under USMCA when the position requires a bachelor's degree or higher in geology, geophysics, or a closely related earth science. Canadian citizens can apply at the U.S. port of entry or a consulate; Mexican citizens require consular processing. No lottery, no annual cap for Canadians.
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WSP is looking for a Senior Remediation Geologist for our Oakland, CA office. We are looking for a candidate with experience in consulting, selling, managing, designing and implementing Environmental Multi-media Remediation programs for a variety of clients in the Industrial, Government, Energy, Oil & Gas and Transportation sectors. Someone who is excited and motivated about the opportunity to help expand our environmental consulting business in California and the West. WSP’s California offices provide a broad range of services in engineering and environmental sciences including environmental assessment and remediation, water/wastewater engineering, water resources, environmental compliance, geotechnical design, stormwater infrastructure design, materials testing, and decision analysis.
Your Impact
- Perform oversight, mentorship and direct the efforts of staff- and project-level geologist and scientists
- Assist preparation of technical reports and proposals
- Successfully interact with Local Business Leader, Office Manager, Sector Lead, other Senior-level employees in the office and firm-wide
- Manage multiple projects, being responsible for ensuring that deliverables, schedules and budgets are achieved
- Travel to project(s) as needed, for the execution of project goals and business development
- Meet project delivery goals
Who You Are
Required Qualifications
- BS/BA in Geology, Geoscience or related science field
- 5-7 years related environmental remediation and sales experience
- Strong work ethic
- Must be a self-starter, team oriented with excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to work with, mentor, and direct engineers and technicians
- Candidate should have experience with CERCLA, RCRA, DTSC, Water Board and other CalEPA Programs
- Must have consulting experience with petroleum contamination cleanups in soil and groundwater including free floating products (LNAPL) AND/OR must have chlorinated solvent contamination consulting experience for remediation of soil and groundwater
- Must have consulting experience in soil gas and vapor intrusion issues
- Developing and managing complex environmental remediation projects
- Oversee remediation construction and operation and maintenance of environmental project work
- Must pass physical, background check and must have a valid driver’s license and satisfactory driving record in accordance with the Company’s driving (Motor Vehicle Safety) policy
- Must be able to pass a HAZWOPER physical and be medically able to wear a tight-fitting respirator / Fit for Duty Exam / Medical Exam
- Must successfully complete and pass WSP’s Motor Vehicle screening
- This role is subject to a client-mandated drug/alcohol testing policy. As such, employee may be subject to random drug/alcohol tests. A copy of this policy will be provided during employee onboarding and is available upon applicant request
Preferred Qualifications
- Master’s Degree is preferred
- California Professional Geologist (PG) registration
- 40-Hour OSHA Health & Safety Training (HAZWOPER) (29 CFR 1910.120) preferred
- Basic First Aid and Adult CPR training desired
WSP Benefits:
WSP provides a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career. These benefits include coverage related to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life; retirement savings; paid sick leave; paid vacation (or other personal time); paid parental leave; and paid time off for purposes of bereavement, voting, and/or attendance at naturalization proceedings.
Compensation
Expected Salary (California): $74,200-$129,800
WSP USA is providing the compensation range that the company in good faith believes it might pay and offer for this position, based on the successful applicant’s education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities in addition to internal equity and specific geographic location. WSP USA reserves the right to ultimately pay more or less than the posted range and offer additional benefits and other compensation, depending on circumstances not related to an applicant’s sex or other status protected by local, state, and/or federal law.
About WSP
WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. Dedicated to serving local communities, we are engineers, planners, technical experts, strategic advisors and construction management professionals. WSP USA designs lasting solutions in the buildings, transportation, energy, water and environment markets. With more than 15,000 employees in over 300 offices across the U.S., we partner with our clients to help communities prosper.
WSP provides a flexible and agile workplace model while meeting client needs. Employees are also afforded a comprehensive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and retirement savings focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career.
At WSP, we want to give our employees the challenges they seek to grow their careers and knowledge base. Your daily contributions to your team will be essential in meeting client objectives, goals and challenges. Are you ready to get started?
WSP USA (and all of its U.S. companies) is an Equal Opportunity Employer Race/Age/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Disability or Protected Veteran Status.
The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.
NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES:
WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or other staffing services. Unsolicited resumes include any resume or hiring document sent to WSP in the absence of a signed Service Agreement where WSP has expressly requested recruitment/staffing services specific to the position at hand. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers or other business leaders, will become the property of WSP and WSP will have the right to hire that candidate without reservation – no fee or other compensation will be owed or paid to the recruiter, employment agency, or other staffing service.
This Opportunity
WSP is looking for a Senior Remediation Geologist for our Oakland, CA office. We are looking for a candidate with experience in consulting, selling, managing, designing and implementing Environmental Multi-media Remediation programs for a variety of clients in the Industrial, Government, Energy, Oil & Gas and Transportation sectors. Someone who is excited and motivated about the opportunity to help expand our environmental consulting business in California and the West. WSP’s California offices provide a broad range of services in engineering and environmental sciences including environmental assessment and remediation, water/wastewater engineering, water resources, environmental compliance, geotechnical design, stormwater infrastructure design, materials testing, and decision analysis.
Your Impact
- Perform oversight, mentorship and direct the efforts of staff- and project-level geologist and scientists
- Assist preparation of technical reports and proposals
- Successfully interact with Local Business Leader, Office Manager, Sector Lead, other Senior-level employees in the office and firm-wide
- Manage multiple projects, being responsible for ensuring that deliverables, schedules and budgets are achieved
- Travel to project(s) as needed, for the execution of project goals and business development
- Meet project delivery goals
Who You Are
Required Qualifications
- BS/BA in Geology, Geoscience or related science field
- 5-7 years related environmental remediation and sales experience
- Strong work ethic
- Must be a self-starter, team oriented with excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to work with, mentor, and direct engineers and technicians
- Candidate should have experience with CERCLA, RCRA, DTSC, Water Board and other CalEPA Programs
- Must have consulting experience with petroleum contamination cleanups in soil and groundwater including free floating products (LNAPL) AND/OR must have chlorinated solvent contamination consulting experience for remediation of soil and groundwater
- Must have consulting experience in soil gas and vapor intrusion issues
- Developing and managing complex environmental remediation projects
- Oversee remediation construction and operation and maintenance of environmental project work
- Must pass physical, background check and must have a valid driver’s license and satisfactory driving record in accordance with the Company’s driving (Motor Vehicle Safety) policy
- Must be able to pass a HAZWOPER physical and be medically able to wear a tight-fitting respirator / Fit for Duty Exam / Medical Exam
- Must successfully complete and pass WSP’s Motor Vehicle screening
- This role is subject to a client-mandated drug/alcohol testing policy. As such, employee may be subject to random drug/alcohol tests. A copy of this policy will be provided during employee onboarding and is available upon applicant request
Preferred Qualifications
- Master’s Degree is preferred
- California Professional Geologist (PG) registration
- 40-Hour OSHA Health & Safety Training (HAZWOPER) (29 CFR 1910.120) preferred
- Basic First Aid and Adult CPR training desired
WSP Benefits:
WSP provides a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career. These benefits include coverage related to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life; retirement savings; paid sick leave; paid vacation (or other personal time); paid parental leave; and paid time off for purposes of bereavement, voting, and/or attendance at naturalization proceedings.
Compensation
Expected Salary (California): $74,200-$129,800
WSP USA is providing the compensation range that the company in good faith believes it might pay and offer for this position, based on the successful applicant’s education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities in addition to internal equity and specific geographic location. WSP USA reserves the right to ultimately pay more or less than the posted range and offer additional benefits and other compensation, depending on circumstances not related to an applicant’s sex or other status protected by local, state, and/or federal law.
About WSP
WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. Dedicated to serving local communities, we are engineers, planners, technical experts, strategic advisors and construction management professionals. WSP USA designs lasting solutions in the buildings, transportation, energy, water and environment markets. With more than 15,000 employees in over 300 offices across the U.S., we partner with our clients to help communities prosper.
WSP provides a flexible and agile workplace model while meeting client needs. Employees are also afforded a comprehensive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and retirement savings focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career.
At WSP, we want to give our employees the challenges they seek to grow their careers and knowledge base. Your daily contributions to your team will be essential in meeting client objectives, goals and challenges. Are you ready to get started?
WSP USA (and all of its U.S. companies) is an Equal Opportunity Employer Race/Age/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Disability or Protected Veteran Status.
The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.
NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES:
WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or other staffing services. Unsolicited resumes include any resume or hiring document sent to WSP in the absence of a signed Service Agreement where WSP has expressly requested recruitment/staffing services specific to the position at hand. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers or other business leaders, will become the property of WSP and WSP will have the right to hire that candidate without reservation – no fee or other compensation will be owed or paid to the recruiter, employment agency, or other staffing service.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding TN Visa Sponsorship in Geologist
Verify your degree field matches the role
TN visa approval hinges on your degree aligning with the specific geology function in the job offer. A geophysics or environmental science degree can qualify, but a general science degree without a geology concentration often won't survive CBP scrutiny.
Request a detailed support letter from your employer
Your employer's support letter must state your job title, duties, and the specific geology qualification required. CBP officers examine this letter closely at the border, so vague descriptions of 'earth science work' create unnecessary denial risk.
Target employers with active field operations in the U.S.
Mining, oil and gas, environmental consulting, and civil engineering firms that operate U.S. field sites regularly sponsor work visas for geologists. Look for employers with recent visa filings in geoscience and related roles—a sign they're experienced with sponsoring international workers. For TN sponsorship, your employer will prepare a support letter outlining your qualifications and role, which you'll present at the U.S. port of entry (if Canadian) or U.S. consulate (if Mexican).
Use Migrate Mate to find TN-ready geology employers
Filter for Geologist roles at employers with recent visa filings using Migrate Mate. It surfaces companies experienced with work visa sponsorship, helping you focus on organizations that have demonstrated familiarity with visa processes and may be equipped to support TN applications.
Prepare for CBP questions about project-level scope
Canadian professionals entering at the port of entry should be ready to explain their specific geology duties, not just their job title. Officers sometimes probe whether the role is truly a specialty occupation, especially for fieldwork-heavy or technician-adjacent positions.
Confirm Mexican processing timelines before accepting an offer
Mexican citizens must schedule a consular interview, which adds processing time compared to the Canadian port-of-entry route. Factor in appointment availability at the nearest U.S. consulate before committing to a start date with your employer.
Geologist TN Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Geologist role qualify for TN visa status?
Yes. Geologist is a listed USMCA occupation, qualifying you for TN status when your job offer requires a baccalaureate or licenciatura degree in geology, geophysics, or a closely related earth science field. Roles that blend geology with general field technician duties can face additional scrutiny at the border, so the job description and support letter need to reflect genuine specialty-level work.
How does TN compare to H-1B for Geologist positions?
TN is faster and more predictable for Geologists who are Canadian or Mexican citizens. There is no annual lottery, no cap for Canadians, and Canadians can receive TN status at a U.S. port of entry the same day. For Mexicans, the process involves applying at a U.S. consulate with an employer support letter. H-1B visa selection is lottery-based and capped at 85,000 annually, meaning you could wait years without a guarantee. TN also requires no government filing or prevailing wage determination, making it a simpler process for employers to support.
What documents do you need for a Geologist TN application?
You'll need a valid Canadian or Mexican passport, a detailed employer support letter specifying your geology duties and the degree required, and your original academic credential. Canadians may also bring degree transcripts or a credential evaluation if the degree field is not immediately obvious. Mexican citizens additionally need a DS-160 form and a consular interview appointment at a U.S. embassy or consulate.
How do you find employers who will sponsor TN status for Geologist roles?
Search for geology positions at firms with established U.S. field operations in mining, oil and gas, environmental remediation, or infrastructure development. Migrate Mate lets you filter Geologist roles specifically by TN visa sponsorship, so you can focus on employers who already understand the process and are prepared to issue the required support letter.
Can a Geologist on TN status change employers?
Yes, but TN status is tied to your specific employer. When you change jobs, your new employer must provide a fresh support letter, and you'll need to obtain a new TN authorization before starting work. Canadians can handle this at a port of entry; Mexican citizens return through consular processing. There is no grace period for employer changes the way H-1B portability rules allow, so timing your transition carefully matters.