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Head of Engineering roles qualify for TN visa sponsorship under the USMCA's engineer and scientist categories, but your offer letter must clearly tie the position to a qualifying specialty. Canadian professionals enter at the border without a pre-approved petition. Mexican nationals require a consular appointment. Engineering leadership experience and a relevant degree are both required.
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WSP is currently initiating a search for a SCADA and Automation Engineer – Technical Director for our Boise ID office. Candidates for our offices in Clarkston WA, Portland OR, San Diego CA, Denver CO, Salt Lake City UT, and Ft Lauderdale FL will also be considered. Be involved in projects with our Electrical Studies, SCADA, and Protection (ESSP) and be a part of a growing organization that meets our clients' objectives and solves their challenges.
WSP brings global expertise in power delivery, power generation, and program management—anchored by the acquisition of POWER Engineers, Inc. TRC Companies have now joined WSP, deepening our power practice and expanding our energy advisory and intelligent grid services. We're partnering with clients to shape how energy systems evolve around the world—and we need your help.
The successful applicant will lead assigned projects while maintaining and strengthening client relationships. This role requires strong technical expertise, project leadership, and the ability to mentor team members. Projects will primarily support utility SCADA, automation, communications, and control systems for transmission and distribution substations, generation facilities, and utility control centers, including conventional and renewable energy systems.
This role requires experience supporting proposals, building client relationships, and identifying new business opportunities. The ideal candidate can work independently, communicate complex technical issues to diverse audiences, and effectively manage project priorities.
Your Impact
Candidates for this role will have familiarity, experience, or expertise with some of the items listed below. While expertise in every listed technology is not expected, successful candidates must demonstrate substantial experience in utility SCADA engineering, including communications, RTU integration, and utility automation systems.
A willingness to learn in areas where you do not have experience and to teach others in areas where you do have experience is essential to being successful on our team.
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Provides technical support and leadership in design, engineering, and commissioning of utility, industrial, and commercial scale SCADA projects in the public and private sector. Tasks include specification, design, concept development, and commissioning of transmission and distribution substations, power distribution, power regulation, renewable energy, as well as protection and control systems for a wide variety of clients. Provides guidance to project managers and engineers that address current and future project challenges. Provides a level of project quality that meets or exceeds acceptable industry standards for design, safety, and functionality.
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Leadership: Coordinate, review and approve electrical infrastructure design plans for mid-level and complex projects, ensuring data integrity and work is compliant with all applicable codes, ordinances, and regulations.
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Data Acquisition: Prepare points lists of all data to be transferred between control centers and controlled apparatus, assign and program data addressing and routing information, develop Human Machine Interface (HMI) screens, travel to project sites to test and commission data transfer schemes.
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Networking: Design and configure network and communication paths for Remote Terminal Units (RTUs), Data Concentrators, Intelligent Electronic Devices (IEDs), Human Machine Interface (HMIs), and other SCADA system equipment inside the substation or facility.
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Communications: Specify and design communication networks including data security and availability. Develop basic specifications for fiber optic, microwave, power line carrier, or radio communication paths; infrequent travel to project sites to troubleshoot and commission network and communication systems.
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Working knowledge or awareness of applicable industry SCADA practices outlined in IEEE, IEC, ANSI, CIGRE, or NERC standards and regulations for design work.
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Applicable network and communication protocols:
- DNP, Modbus, and IEC 61850 specified protocols
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Experience with legacy SCADA protocols a plus
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Applicable Logic and Control Platforms:
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SEL RTAC, NovaTech Orion, Eaton SMP
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Applicable Software:
- Wonderware, AcSELerator RTAC, NovaTech NCD/Inkscape
- IEC 61850 System Configuration Tool experience a plus
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Familiarity with SCADA/EMS/ADMS software a plus
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Logic and Control Systems: develop, document, and implement logic and control schemes for remote and local operation of power system equipment (Microgrid, Volt/Var Control, Load Shedding, Distribution Automation, and other custom logic); develop programs on various platforms for implementation of these schemes; travel to project sites to test and commission the control schemes.
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Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources, and conduct, and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.
Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.
Who You Are
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering (or equivalent experience).
- 12+ years of relevant post education experience as an electrical engineer providing design deliverables for SCADA projects in power generation, transmission, and distribution at a utility, industrial, or commercial scale.
- Engineer license required (or equivalent).
- Advanced proficiency with electrical engineering principles, practices, process, design/build, standard of care, and the application to permitting and project work-related issues.
- Works independently and provides guidance and leadership to mid-level to senior level team or project members, with strict adherence to QA/QC.
- Excellent leadership and interpersonal communication skills with the ability to effectively, persuasively, and tactfully interact with employees at all levels of the organization.
- Tactical lateral thinking and strong analytical skills with attention to detail and prioritization of responsibilities in a pressure work environment.
- Must be flexible to a variety of schedules to meet business needs and able to prioritize responsibilities and quickly adapt to change.
- Occasional travel may be required depending on project-specific requirements.
- Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Master’s Degree in Engineering.
- Strong experience in managing the review and approval of documents and discipline-specific deliverables, certifications, processes, and plans in a multi-project environment is highly desirable.
- Professional Engineering (PE) multi-state preferred.
- Preference will be given to applicants with a proven history of completing similar projects in a consulting environment.
- Preference is also given to applicants with experience in mentoring others and in providing technical and commercial leadership in customer-focused engineering projects.
- Preference is also given to applicants with experience in customer focused engineering projects in the technical areas above.
Disclaimer:
• Relocation assistance is not available for this position.
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 (all locations): $145,400yr - $278,400yr
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.
Expected Salary (Colorado only): $163,800yr - $278,400yr
WSP USA is providing the compensation range that the company in good faith believes it might pay and/or offer for this position within the state of Colorado, based on the successful applicant’s education, experience, knowledge, skills, and 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.
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This Opportunity
WSP is currently initiating a search for a SCADA and Automation Engineer – Technical Director for our Boise ID office. Candidates for our offices in Clarkston WA, Portland OR, San Diego CA, Denver CO, Salt Lake City UT, and Ft Lauderdale FL will also be considered. Be involved in projects with our Electrical Studies, SCADA, and Protection (ESSP) and be a part of a growing organization that meets our clients' objectives and solves their challenges.
WSP brings global expertise in power delivery, power generation, and program management—anchored by the acquisition of POWER Engineers, Inc. TRC Companies have now joined WSP, deepening our power practice and expanding our energy advisory and intelligent grid services. We're partnering with clients to shape how energy systems evolve around the world—and we need your help.
The successful applicant will lead assigned projects while maintaining and strengthening client relationships. This role requires strong technical expertise, project leadership, and the ability to mentor team members. Projects will primarily support utility SCADA, automation, communications, and control systems for transmission and distribution substations, generation facilities, and utility control centers, including conventional and renewable energy systems.
This role requires experience supporting proposals, building client relationships, and identifying new business opportunities. The ideal candidate can work independently, communicate complex technical issues to diverse audiences, and effectively manage project priorities.
Your Impact
Candidates for this role will have familiarity, experience, or expertise with some of the items listed below. While expertise in every listed technology is not expected, successful candidates must demonstrate substantial experience in utility SCADA engineering, including communications, RTU integration, and utility automation systems.
A willingness to learn in areas where you do not have experience and to teach others in areas where you do have experience is essential to being successful on our team.
-
Provides technical support and leadership in design, engineering, and commissioning of utility, industrial, and commercial scale SCADA projects in the public and private sector. Tasks include specification, design, concept development, and commissioning of transmission and distribution substations, power distribution, power regulation, renewable energy, as well as protection and control systems for a wide variety of clients. Provides guidance to project managers and engineers that address current and future project challenges. Provides a level of project quality that meets or exceeds acceptable industry standards for design, safety, and functionality.
-
Leadership: Coordinate, review and approve electrical infrastructure design plans for mid-level and complex projects, ensuring data integrity and work is compliant with all applicable codes, ordinances, and regulations.
-
Data Acquisition: Prepare points lists of all data to be transferred between control centers and controlled apparatus, assign and program data addressing and routing information, develop Human Machine Interface (HMI) screens, travel to project sites to test and commission data transfer schemes.
-
Networking: Design and configure network and communication paths for Remote Terminal Units (RTUs), Data Concentrators, Intelligent Electronic Devices (IEDs), Human Machine Interface (HMIs), and other SCADA system equipment inside the substation or facility.
-
Communications: Specify and design communication networks including data security and availability. Develop basic specifications for fiber optic, microwave, power line carrier, or radio communication paths; infrequent travel to project sites to troubleshoot and commission network and communication systems.
-
Working knowledge or awareness of applicable industry SCADA practices outlined in IEEE, IEC, ANSI, CIGRE, or NERC standards and regulations for design work.
-
Applicable network and communication protocols:
- DNP, Modbus, and IEC 61850 specified protocols
-
Experience with legacy SCADA protocols a plus
-
Applicable Logic and Control Platforms:
-
SEL RTAC, NovaTech Orion, Eaton SMP
-
Applicable Software:
- Wonderware, AcSELerator RTAC, NovaTech NCD/Inkscape
- IEC 61850 System Configuration Tool experience a plus
-
Familiarity with SCADA/EMS/ADMS software a plus
-
Logic and Control Systems: develop, document, and implement logic and control schemes for remote and local operation of power system equipment (Microgrid, Volt/Var Control, Load Shedding, Distribution Automation, and other custom logic); develop programs on various platforms for implementation of these schemes; travel to project sites to test and commission the control schemes.
-
Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources, and conduct, and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.
Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.
Who You Are
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering (or equivalent experience).
- 12+ years of relevant post education experience as an electrical engineer providing design deliverables for SCADA projects in power generation, transmission, and distribution at a utility, industrial, or commercial scale.
- Engineer license required (or equivalent).
- Advanced proficiency with electrical engineering principles, practices, process, design/build, standard of care, and the application to permitting and project work-related issues.
- Works independently and provides guidance and leadership to mid-level to senior level team or project members, with strict adherence to QA/QC.
- Excellent leadership and interpersonal communication skills with the ability to effectively, persuasively, and tactfully interact with employees at all levels of the organization.
- Tactical lateral thinking and strong analytical skills with attention to detail and prioritization of responsibilities in a pressure work environment.
- Must be flexible to a variety of schedules to meet business needs and able to prioritize responsibilities and quickly adapt to change.
- Occasional travel may be required depending on project-specific requirements.
- Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Master’s Degree in Engineering.
- Strong experience in managing the review and approval of documents and discipline-specific deliverables, certifications, processes, and plans in a multi-project environment is highly desirable.
- Professional Engineering (PE) multi-state preferred.
- Preference will be given to applicants with a proven history of completing similar projects in a consulting environment.
- Preference is also given to applicants with experience in mentoring others and in providing technical and commercial leadership in customer-focused engineering projects.
- Preference is also given to applicants with experience in customer focused engineering projects in the technical areas above.
Disclaimer:
• Relocation assistance is not available for this position.
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 (all locations): $145,400yr - $278,400yr
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.
Expected Salary (Colorado only): $163,800yr - $278,400yr
WSP USA is providing the compensation range that the company in good faith believes it might pay and/or offer for this position within the state of Colorado, based on the successful applicant’s education, experience, knowledge, skills, and 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.
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Align your credentials to TN engineer categories
Your degree must be in engineering or a closely related field, not just computer science or business. If your title is Head of Engineering but your degree is in physics or applied mathematics, document how the discipline directly supports the role's technical scope.
Target employers with cross-border hiring infrastructure
Look for companies that already employ Canadian or Mexican engineers at senior levels. Firms with U.S.-Canada or U.S.-Mexico distributed teams are far more likely to have HR and legal processes in place for TN visa sponsorship without delays.
Get your offer letter drafted before border crossing
For Canadian applicants, your offer letter is your petition. It must name the TN category, describe your engineering duties at a leadership level, state the position is temporary, and include your start date. A vague or generic letter is the most common reason for border denials.
Use Migrate Mate to find sponsorship-ready roles
Search Migrate Mate to identify Head of Engineering openings at employers already set up for TN visa sponsorship. Filtering by visa type upfront saves you from advancing through interview rounds with companies that can't support your status.
Clarify TN renewal expectations before accepting an offer
TN status is granted in up to three-year increments with no statutory limit on renewals, but each renewal requires continued qualifying employment. Confirm the employer understands this before signing, especially if the role involves equity milestones tied to multi-year vesting.
Prepare documentation for Mexican nationals applying at a consulate
Mexican professionals must apply at a U.S. consulate and bring a complete package including the employer support letter, your engineering degree, and evidence of professional experience. Consular officers assess TN eligibility independently, so the documentation standard is the same as a full visa application.
Head Of Engineering TN Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Head of Engineering role qualify for TN visa status?
Yes, provided the role is grounded in engineering practice and your degree is in engineering or a directly related scientific field. The TN category covers engineers broadly, but a purely administrative or general management role with no technical engineering component may not qualify. Your employer's offer letter must clearly describe the engineering responsibilities you'll oversee and execute.
How does TN compare to H-1B for Head of Engineering positions?
TN has no annual lottery, no cap for Canadians, and can be approved at the port of entry the same day for Canadian nationals. H-1B visa requires USCIS petition approval, is subject to an annual lottery, and has a multi-month processing timeline. For qualified Canadian and Mexican engineers, TN is faster and more predictable, though it does not confer dual intent, which matters if you're considering a green card path later.
Where can I find Head of Engineering jobs with TN visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for Canadian and Mexican professionals seeking U.S. roles with TN visa sponsorship. Searching there lets you filter to employers already prepared to support TN status, so you're not discovering sponsorship gaps mid-process. General job boards don't filter by visa type, which makes it difficult to identify TN-ready employers without asking in every application.
Can I switch employers while on TN status as a Head of Engineering?
Yes, but your TN status is tied to your current employer and role. Before starting with a new company, that employer must support a new TN application. Canadian nationals can apply at the border or a port of entry with updated documentation. Mexican nationals must return to a U.S. consulate. There's no grace period built into TN status the way there is with H-1B, so timing the transition carefully matters.
What happens if my Head of Engineering title changes at my current employer?
If your role materially changes, including a significant shift in duties or a title change that moves outside the original TN engineering category, you should file for a new or amended TN. Minor title changes within the same engineering function are lower risk, but a shift toward a general management or product leadership role with reduced technical scope could raise questions at renewal. Document any changes with your employer as they happen.