TN Visa Highway Engineer Jobs
Highway Engineer roles qualify for TN visa sponsorship under USMCA for Canadian and Mexican professionals with a degree in civil or transportation engineering. There's no lottery and no cap for Canadians. Mexicans work within a limited annual allocation. Most employers file at the port of entry for Canadians, making activation fast.
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Get Access To All JobsPosting Date: 22 Jul 2026
City: Chicago
Location:
Chicago, IL, US, 60603
Cleveland, OH, US, 44114
Lisle, IL, US, 60532
Columbus, OH, US, 43235
Contract Type: Permanent
Division: Civil Engineering
Level of experience: Senior
RINA is currently recruiting for a Senior Highway Engineer to join its office in Chicago or Lisle, IL and Columbus or Cleveland, OH within the Civil Engineering Division.
Remote work options may be available.
Qualified candidates must have a PE in Illinois or Ohio.
Compensation Data
$112,000 - $150,000 commensurate with education and experience.
Mission
Join our expanding Highway/Roadway team and play a key role in delivering studies and contract plans for high-visibility transportation projects. As a Senior Engineer, you’ll be the technical design leader and be involved in providing solutions from concept design phase through final contract delivery, collaborate closely with project leadership, and mentor developing engineers. You’ll support the team while engaging with the client, participate in proposals and project strategy development, and help in the expansion of our regional footprint - all while balancing hands-on engineering with leadership influence.
Key Accountabilities
- Design development, design documentation, and development of other documents associated with highway design, such as specifications, quantities, etc., in collaboration with a Project Manager.
- Collaborate with other design engineers on the project team, maintaining effective communication with team members, other disciplines, subconsultants, project stakeholders, and clients.
- Coordinate with drafters, technicians, and staff engineers within the project team.
- Complete project deliverables/project commitments within the defined scope, budget, and schedule.
- Review deliverable for consistency accuracy of information shown by multiple design disciplines.
- Establish in coordination with the project manager project guideline documents including design criteria, production milestones, and communication protocol.
- Utilize Bentley software products to generate project deliverable and perform engineering tasks.
- Comply with company safety and security procedures.
Qualifications
- BS in Civil Engineering from an ABET accredited institution.
- Illinois or Ohio Professional Engineering (PE) License.
- 10+ years of experience in design engineering, preferably on IDOT or ODOT, Tollway, large Illinois or Ohio municipal projects, or other roadway transportation projects. Experience with traffic engineering and/or traffic signal design is a plus.
- Proficiency in MicroStation OpenRoads Designer and Microsoft Office applications.
- Ability to work cross-functionally and coordinate with others on larger, multidiscipline projects.
- Proficiency in standard engineering procedures and project development methodologies and techniques.
- Working knowledge of other computer-aided design software and other PC software packages typically associated with engineering required (i.e., AutoCAD, Civil 3D, BIM, etc.) is a plus.
- Able to effectively communicate with others in office or remotely using Microsoft Teams, email, and phone calls.
Additional Requirements
- Valid driver’s license.
- Local or regional travel (i.e. job sites) anticipated based upon business need.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of the work being performed. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required.
Competencies
- ADDRESS THE WAY - Have a big picture of different situations and reinterpret it in a perspective way.
- BUILD NETWORK - Forge trust relationships, across departments, and outside the organization.
- EARN TRUST - Take everyone's opinion into account and remain open to diversity.
- MAKE EFFECTIVE DECISIONS - Structure activities according to priorities, actions, resources and constraint.
- PIONEER CHANGE - Actively embrace change and benefit from the new circumstances.
- PROMOTE SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT - Promote commitment by keeping promises as a Role Model.
- THINK FORWARD - Capitalise on experiences and translate them into action plans for the future.
RINA is a multinational company providing a wide range of services in the energy, marine, certification, infrastructure & mobility, industry, research & development sectors. Our business model covers the full process of project development, from concept to completion.
RINA North America provides a comprehensive benefits package, including the following insurance options: Medical, Dental, Vision, Medical Flexible Spending Account, Dependent Care Spending Account, Health Savings Account, Transit, Parking, Basic Life, Basic AD&D, Voluntary Life, Voluntary AD&D, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, Voluntary Accident, Voluntary Critical Illness, Identity Theft Protection, Pet Insurance, and Employee Assistance Program. Additional benefits provided include paid time off, company holidays, tuition reimbursement, nursery grant, travel resource services, and 401K plan with company discretionary match.
At RINA, we endeavor to create a work environment where every single person is valued and encouraged to develop new ideas. We provide equal employment opportunities and are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels respected and safe from discrimination or harassment of any kind. It is the policy of RINA to provide equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy) national origin, age, disabilities, marital status, sexual orientation, genetics, military status, disabled veterans, recently separated veterans, other protected veterans (veterans who served during a war or in a campaign or expedition for which a badge has been authorized), and Armed Forces service medal veteran, or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law. We are strongly committed to this policy and believe in the concept and spirit of the law.
RINA does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or agencies. Any resume submitted to any employee of RINA without a prior written search agreement will be considered unsolicited and the property of RINA. Please, no phone calls or emails.
Posting Date: 22 Jul 2026
City: Chicago
Location:
Chicago, IL, US, 60603
Cleveland, OH, US, 44114
Lisle, IL, US, 60532
Columbus, OH, US, 43235
Contract Type: Permanent
Division: Civil Engineering
Level of experience: Senior
RINA is currently recruiting for a Senior Highway Engineer to join its office in Chicago or Lisle, IL and Columbus or Cleveland, OH within the Civil Engineering Division.
Remote work options may be available.
Qualified candidates must have a PE in Illinois or Ohio.
Compensation Data
$112,000 - $150,000 commensurate with education and experience.
Mission
Join our expanding Highway/Roadway team and play a key role in delivering studies and contract plans for high-visibility transportation projects. As a Senior Engineer, you’ll be the technical design leader and be involved in providing solutions from concept design phase through final contract delivery, collaborate closely with project leadership, and mentor developing engineers. You’ll support the team while engaging with the client, participate in proposals and project strategy development, and help in the expansion of our regional footprint - all while balancing hands-on engineering with leadership influence.
Key Accountabilities
- Design development, design documentation, and development of other documents associated with highway design, such as specifications, quantities, etc., in collaboration with a Project Manager.
- Collaborate with other design engineers on the project team, maintaining effective communication with team members, other disciplines, subconsultants, project stakeholders, and clients.
- Coordinate with drafters, technicians, and staff engineers within the project team.
- Complete project deliverables/project commitments within the defined scope, budget, and schedule.
- Review deliverable for consistency accuracy of information shown by multiple design disciplines.
- Establish in coordination with the project manager project guideline documents including design criteria, production milestones, and communication protocol.
- Utilize Bentley software products to generate project deliverable and perform engineering tasks.
- Comply with company safety and security procedures.
Qualifications
- BS in Civil Engineering from an ABET accredited institution.
- Illinois or Ohio Professional Engineering (PE) License.
- 10+ years of experience in design engineering, preferably on IDOT or ODOT, Tollway, large Illinois or Ohio municipal projects, or other roadway transportation projects. Experience with traffic engineering and/or traffic signal design is a plus.
- Proficiency in MicroStation OpenRoads Designer and Microsoft Office applications.
- Ability to work cross-functionally and coordinate with others on larger, multidiscipline projects.
- Proficiency in standard engineering procedures and project development methodologies and techniques.
- Working knowledge of other computer-aided design software and other PC software packages typically associated with engineering required (i.e., AutoCAD, Civil 3D, BIM, etc.) is a plus.
- Able to effectively communicate with others in office or remotely using Microsoft Teams, email, and phone calls.
Additional Requirements
- Valid driver’s license.
- Local or regional travel (i.e. job sites) anticipated based upon business need.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of the work being performed. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required.
Competencies
- ADDRESS THE WAY - Have a big picture of different situations and reinterpret it in a perspective way.
- BUILD NETWORK - Forge trust relationships, across departments, and outside the organization.
- EARN TRUST - Take everyone's opinion into account and remain open to diversity.
- MAKE EFFECTIVE DECISIONS - Structure activities according to priorities, actions, resources and constraint.
- PIONEER CHANGE - Actively embrace change and benefit from the new circumstances.
- PROMOTE SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT - Promote commitment by keeping promises as a Role Model.
- THINK FORWARD - Capitalise on experiences and translate them into action plans for the future.
RINA is a multinational company providing a wide range of services in the energy, marine, certification, infrastructure & mobility, industry, research & development sectors. Our business model covers the full process of project development, from concept to completion.
RINA North America provides a comprehensive benefits package, including the following insurance options: Medical, Dental, Vision, Medical Flexible Spending Account, Dependent Care Spending Account, Health Savings Account, Transit, Parking, Basic Life, Basic AD&D, Voluntary Life, Voluntary AD&D, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, Voluntary Accident, Voluntary Critical Illness, Identity Theft Protection, Pet Insurance, and Employee Assistance Program. Additional benefits provided include paid time off, company holidays, tuition reimbursement, nursery grant, travel resource services, and 401K plan with company discretionary match.
At RINA, we endeavor to create a work environment where every single person is valued and encouraged to develop new ideas. We provide equal employment opportunities and are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels respected and safe from discrimination or harassment of any kind. It is the policy of RINA to provide equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy) national origin, age, disabilities, marital status, sexual orientation, genetics, military status, disabled veterans, recently separated veterans, other protected veterans (veterans who served during a war or in a campaign or expedition for which a badge has been authorized), and Armed Forces service medal veteran, or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law. We are strongly committed to this policy and believe in the concept and spirit of the law.
RINA does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or agencies. Any resume submitted to any employee of RINA without a prior written search agreement will be considered unsolicited and the property of RINA. Please, no phone calls or emails.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding TN Visa Sponsorship as a Highway Engineer
Align your credentials to U.S. licensing standards
TN visa adjudicators check that your engineering degree matches the role's specialty occupation requirement. If you hold a Canadian P.Eng. or Mexican título profesional, document how it maps to U.S. civil or transportation engineering education standards before applying.
Target agencies with active federal highway contracts
State DOTs, metropolitan planning organizations, and private firms holding FHWA-funded contracts hire Highway Engineers regularly and understand TN visa paperwork. Filtering your search to these employers saves time spent educating HR on the sponsorship process.
Clarify the port-of-entry option with your Canadian employer
Canadian nationals can activate TN status at the border without filing with USCIS first. Confirm your employer will prepare a support letter before you travel, so the approval happens same-day at the port of entry rather than waiting for additional processing.
Request support letter confirmation before signing an offer
For TN visa sponsorship, your employer will need to prepare a support letter outlining your qualifications and role details. Ask specifically which TN classification (Professional Engineer typically applies to Highway Engineers) and salary they intend to offer for your position so there are no surprises after you've accepted the offer.
Use Migrate Mate to find employers with recent visa filings
Searching broadly wastes time on employers unfamiliar with TN requirements. Migrate Mate filters Highway Engineer roles by employer experience with visa sponsorship, so you reach hiring teams who already understand the support letter process and documentation needed for your visa category.
Prepare for the three-year renewal cycle on long-term projects
TN status is granted in three-year increments with unlimited renewals, but each renewal requires active employment in the same specialty. If your project timeline extends beyond three years, confirm your employer plans to file renewal documentation before your current status expires.
Highway Engineer TN Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Highway Engineer role qualify for TN visa sponsorship?
Yes. Highway Engineers qualify under the TN visa's engineer category, provided the role requires at least a bachelor's degree in civil, transportation, or a closely related engineering field and the duties match that specialty. Roles centered on construction inspection or technician-level work without a degree requirement typically do not qualify, so the job description wording matters significantly during adjudication.
How does the TN visa compare to H-1B for Highway Engineer positions?
The TN visa has no annual cap and no lottery, which means Canadian professionals can activate status at the port of entry the same day with the right documentation. H-1B visa requires a lottery selection that takes months and is far from guaranteed. For Highway Engineers with Canadian or Mexican citizenship, TN is almost always the faster and more predictable path to U.S. employment.
Where can I find Highway Engineer jobs that offer TN visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for Canadian and Mexican professionals seeking TN-eligible roles. It filters Highway Engineer positions by employers with documented sponsorship history, saving you from applying to firms that have never navigated TN paperwork. General job boards rarely surface sponsorship-specific information, making a targeted search essential for this visa category.
What documents does my employer need to prepare for my TN visa filing?
Your employer needs a support letter on company letterhead that describes your job title, duties, required qualifications, and intended employment period. For Canadian nationals, you'll present these documents directly at a U.S. port of entry. For Mexican nationals, you'll apply at a U.S. consulate with the same documentation package. No additional government filings are required for TN visa processing.
Can a Mexican Highway Engineer face delays that a Canadian professional would not?
Yes. Mexican nationals must apply through a U.S. consulate in Mexico rather than at the border, which introduces consular appointment wait times that vary by location and season. There is also a numerical limit on TN visas for Mexican citizens each fiscal year, though this cap is rarely reached in practice. Planning your application timeline around consular availability is essential.