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HVAC Engineer roles qualify for TN visa sponsorship under the USMCA treaty's Engineering category, which covers mechanical systems design, load analysis, and building controls work. Canadian citizens present required documentation at the U.S. border for immediate approval with no cap. Mexican citizens apply through a U.S. consulate. Employers prepare a support letter outlining the role and your qualifications to initiate the sponsorship process.
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At the University of California, Berkeley, we are dedicated to fostering a community where everyone feels welcome and can thrive. Our culture of openness, freedom, and belonging makes it a special place for students, faculty, and staff, who are among the most talented and accomplished anywhere, including Nobel laureates, Pulitzer Prize winners, and MacArthur Fellows. Since our founding in 1868, we have been an engine for innovation - driving intellectual, economic, and social progress that benefits California, the U.S., and beyond. Together, we change the world.
At Berkeley, the best careers are built on a foundation of continuous learning and growth. We actively support professional development by providing all full-time staff employees with at least 80 hours of paid time per year and provide space for supportive colleague communities via numerous employee resource groups.
We invite applicants who are inspired by our Principles of Community and who are eager to be part of our exciting Strategic Plan, which charts Berkeley's next era of excellence.
DEPARTMENTAL OVERVIEW
Facilities Services works to continuously improve the campus in partnership with all members of the University community to ensure that classrooms, laboratories, and offices support teaching, learning, and research.
With over 500 dedicated staff members serving over 10 million building square feet and 1,100 acres, Facilities Services includes the asset management program, custodial services, maintenance operations, engineering and technical services, environmental services, grounds operations, the Cal Zero Waste program.
Position Summary
The HVAC Control Engineer analyzes, diagnoses, and troubleshoots Building Automation systems campus wide. This position operates and maintains various building automation systems, developing and implementing sequences of operation, software programming strategies, and hardware point lists for control systems.
APPLICATION REVIEW DATE
The First Review Date for this job is August 7, 2026. For full consideration, please apply on or before the first review date.
Responsibilities
HVAC Control Engineer - 60%
- Operate and maintain various Barrington and ALC building automation systems.
- Develop and implement sequence of operation, software programming strategies and hardware point lists for control systems.
- Analyze, diagnose and troubleshoot HVAC/R systems.
- Diagnose and troubleshoot electronic, DDC and pneumatic controls.
- Maintain, troubleshoot, and install electronic systems & sub-systems; analyze technical data to determine applicability to design problems.
- Install energy management control systems (or similar systems) from control panels to end devices including cabling.
- Document and install control system hardware, cabling and conduit that are necessary to facilitate building energy management conversions.
- Install new control panels, new field devices temperature sensors, pressure sensors, flow sensors, control relays, and all communication cabling between panels and devices.
- Perform calculations to size circuit control transformers, wire, fuses and other control circuit components. Calculate conduit fill limitations and sizes.
- Review drawings, as-builts and submittals and make comments for adherence to campus standards.
- Align existing building automation systems to campus standards.
- Make programming, network and graphical changes to the system.
- Witness testing and commissioning of controls project work.
- Participate in weekly rotation of on call schedule for after hours work.
ADMINISTRATIVE DUTIES - 30%
- Adherence to the scheduling of work through the work management program is required.
- Consult the shop superintendent and/or lead for technical information.
- Support maintenance projects and programmatic work assignments.
- Keep accurate work records and complete paperwork in a neat and timely manner.
- Define and describe materials, tools and/or equipment, work methods and task sequences.
- Serve as liaison with clients, relaying their needs and requirements to the appropriate department or superintendent.
- Obtain materials and equipment.
SAFETY - 5%
- Adhere to all university and departmental safety guidelines.
- Attend job-related and safety training as required.
OTHER - 5%
- Perform other duties as assigned.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Must possess five years apprentice and two years journeyman experience in craft-related trade or equivalent work experience.
- Ability to develop and implement sequence of operation, software programming strategies and hardware point lists for control systems.
- Ability to read and interpret control and ladder logic type diagrams.
- Ability to read, write and perform basic mathematical computations required in the direct digital controls or electrical trades.
- Ability to analyze, diagnose and troubleshoot HVAC/R systems.
- Ability to diagnose and troubleshoot electronic, DDC and pneumatic controls.
- Maintain, troubleshoot, and install electronic systems & sub-systems; analyze technical data to determine applicability to design problems.
- Installation of energy management control systems (or similar systems) from control panels to end devices including cabling.
- Document and install control system hardware, cabling and conduit that are necessary to facilitate building energy management conversions. This will include installing new control panels, new field devices, temperature sensors, pressure sensors, flow sensors, control relays, and all communication cabling between panels and devices.
- Ability to layout work by using architectural drawings, sketches, blueprints and material lists.
- Ability to use architectural, civil, structural mechanical, plumbing and electrical blueprints, freehand and computer generated sketches.
- Perform calculations to size circuit control transformers, wire, fuses and other control circuit components. Calculate conduit fill limitations and sizes.
- Work with systems involving control voltage signals and power devices ranging from 2-24 VAC and DC.
- Adapt equipment to perform new or different functions to meet objectives.
- Experience and ability to operate a variety of power and hand tools.
- Knowledge of and/or ability to learn national, state, and local codes and University safety standards.
- Respond to emergency calls after normal working hours and work on-call, rotating swing shift and holidays.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience with Automated Logic and/or Barrington control systems.
- Experience with maintaining building automation system application server and database.
- Experience with communication and network troubleshooting within building controls.
LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS
- Witness testing and commissioning of controls project work. (Preferred)
- Possess journeyman card from Local UA 342. (Preferred)
SALARY & BENEFITS
For information on the comprehensive benefits package offered by the University, please visit the University of California's Compensation & Benefits website.
Under California law, the University of California, Berkeley is required to provide a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role and should not offer a salary outside of the range posted in this job announcement. This range takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including but not limited to experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, analysis of internal equity, and other business and organizational needs. It is not typical for an individual to be offered a salary at or near the top of the range for a position. Salary offers are determined based on final candidate qualifications and experience.
The budgeted hourly pay that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position is $73.25.
This is a non-exempt, bi-weekly paid position.
This is a full-time (40 hours/week) Career position eligible for UC benefits.
INTRODUCTION
At the University of California, Berkeley, we are dedicated to fostering a community where everyone feels welcome and can thrive. Our culture of openness, freedom, and belonging makes it a special place for students, faculty, and staff, who are among the most talented and accomplished anywhere, including Nobel laureates, Pulitzer Prize winners, and MacArthur Fellows. Since our founding in 1868, we have been an engine for innovation - driving intellectual, economic, and social progress that benefits California, the U.S., and beyond. Together, we change the world.
At Berkeley, the best careers are built on a foundation of continuous learning and growth. We actively support professional development by providing all full-time staff employees with at least 80 hours of paid time per year and provide space for supportive colleague communities via numerous employee resource groups.
We invite applicants who are inspired by our Principles of Community and who are eager to be part of our exciting Strategic Plan, which charts Berkeley's next era of excellence.
DEPARTMENTAL OVERVIEW
Facilities Services works to continuously improve the campus in partnership with all members of the University community to ensure that classrooms, laboratories, and offices support teaching, learning, and research.
With over 500 dedicated staff members serving over 10 million building square feet and 1,100 acres, Facilities Services includes the asset management program, custodial services, maintenance operations, engineering and technical services, environmental services, grounds operations, the Cal Zero Waste program.
Position Summary
The HVAC Control Engineer analyzes, diagnoses, and troubleshoots Building Automation systems campus wide. This position operates and maintains various building automation systems, developing and implementing sequences of operation, software programming strategies, and hardware point lists for control systems.
APPLICATION REVIEW DATE
The First Review Date for this job is August 7, 2026. For full consideration, please apply on or before the first review date.
Responsibilities
HVAC Control Engineer - 60%
- Operate and maintain various Barrington and ALC building automation systems.
- Develop and implement sequence of operation, software programming strategies and hardware point lists for control systems.
- Analyze, diagnose and troubleshoot HVAC/R systems.
- Diagnose and troubleshoot electronic, DDC and pneumatic controls.
- Maintain, troubleshoot, and install electronic systems & sub-systems; analyze technical data to determine applicability to design problems.
- Install energy management control systems (or similar systems) from control panels to end devices including cabling.
- Document and install control system hardware, cabling and conduit that are necessary to facilitate building energy management conversions.
- Install new control panels, new field devices temperature sensors, pressure sensors, flow sensors, control relays, and all communication cabling between panels and devices.
- Perform calculations to size circuit control transformers, wire, fuses and other control circuit components. Calculate conduit fill limitations and sizes.
- Review drawings, as-builts and submittals and make comments for adherence to campus standards.
- Align existing building automation systems to campus standards.
- Make programming, network and graphical changes to the system.
- Witness testing and commissioning of controls project work.
- Participate in weekly rotation of on call schedule for after hours work.
ADMINISTRATIVE DUTIES - 30%
- Adherence to the scheduling of work through the work management program is required.
- Consult the shop superintendent and/or lead for technical information.
- Support maintenance projects and programmatic work assignments.
- Keep accurate work records and complete paperwork in a neat and timely manner.
- Define and describe materials, tools and/or equipment, work methods and task sequences.
- Serve as liaison with clients, relaying their needs and requirements to the appropriate department or superintendent.
- Obtain materials and equipment.
SAFETY - 5%
- Adhere to all university and departmental safety guidelines.
- Attend job-related and safety training as required.
OTHER - 5%
- Perform other duties as assigned.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Must possess five years apprentice and two years journeyman experience in craft-related trade or equivalent work experience.
- Ability to develop and implement sequence of operation, software programming strategies and hardware point lists for control systems.
- Ability to read and interpret control and ladder logic type diagrams.
- Ability to read, write and perform basic mathematical computations required in the direct digital controls or electrical trades.
- Ability to analyze, diagnose and troubleshoot HVAC/R systems.
- Ability to diagnose and troubleshoot electronic, DDC and pneumatic controls.
- Maintain, troubleshoot, and install electronic systems & sub-systems; analyze technical data to determine applicability to design problems.
- Installation of energy management control systems (or similar systems) from control panels to end devices including cabling.
- Document and install control system hardware, cabling and conduit that are necessary to facilitate building energy management conversions. This will include installing new control panels, new field devices, temperature sensors, pressure sensors, flow sensors, control relays, and all communication cabling between panels and devices.
- Ability to layout work by using architectural drawings, sketches, blueprints and material lists.
- Ability to use architectural, civil, structural mechanical, plumbing and electrical blueprints, freehand and computer generated sketches.
- Perform calculations to size circuit control transformers, wire, fuses and other control circuit components. Calculate conduit fill limitations and sizes.
- Work with systems involving control voltage signals and power devices ranging from 2-24 VAC and DC.
- Adapt equipment to perform new or different functions to meet objectives.
- Experience and ability to operate a variety of power and hand tools.
- Knowledge of and/or ability to learn national, state, and local codes and University safety standards.
- Respond to emergency calls after normal working hours and work on-call, rotating swing shift and holidays.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience with Automated Logic and/or Barrington control systems.
- Experience with maintaining building automation system application server and database.
- Experience with communication and network troubleshooting within building controls.
LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS
- Witness testing and commissioning of controls project work. (Preferred)
- Possess journeyman card from Local UA 342. (Preferred)
SALARY & BENEFITS
For information on the comprehensive benefits package offered by the University, please visit the University of California's Compensation & Benefits website.
Under California law, the University of California, Berkeley is required to provide a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role and should not offer a salary outside of the range posted in this job announcement. This range takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including but not limited to experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, analysis of internal equity, and other business and organizational needs. It is not typical for an individual to be offered a salary at or near the top of the range for a position. Salary offers are determined based on final candidate qualifications and experience.
The budgeted hourly pay that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position is $73.25.
This is a non-exempt, bi-weekly paid position.
This is a full-time (40 hours/week) Career position eligible for UC benefits.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding TN Visa Sponsorship as a Hvac Engineer
Verify your engineering credentials qualify
TN visa status requires a bachelor's degree in mechanical, electrical, or a directly related engineering field. A degree in general technology or HVAC trades doesn't meet the bar. Gather your transcripts and a credential evaluation if your degree is from a non-U.S. institution before approaching employers.
Target employers with recent visa filing history
Search for companies with recent visa filings for engineering roles. Firms with prior experience sponsoring work visas for mechanical or building systems engineers already understand the sponsorship process, which shortens your path from offer to start date. For TN status, your employer will prepare a support letter documenting your qualifications and role, which you'll present at the U.S. port of entry (or at a U.S. consulate if you're a Mexican national).
Get your offer letter framing right
Your TN support letter must tie your HVAC Engineer title to the USMCA engineering category explicitly. Vague language like 'technical role' creates CBP delays. Ask your employer to name the engineering discipline, describe the degree requirement, and confirm the position is a specialty occupation in the letter.
Use Migrate Mate to filter sponsoring employers
Finding companies open to TN sponsorship for HVAC roles takes more than a keyword search. Migrate Mate surfaces employers with recent visa filings for engineering positions, so you're applying to companies experienced with work visa sponsorship. For TN status, you'll present your qualifications and employer support letter directly at the U.S. port of entry—no government filing required beforehand.
Prepare for CBP questions at the Canadian border
Canadian citizens can get TN status at a port of entry the same day, but CBP officers will ask about your role, your employer, and your credentials. Bring your degree and the employer support letter. Incomplete documents are the most common reason for on-the-spot deferrals.
Understand renewal timing before your status expires
TN status is granted in three-year increments with unlimited renewals, but your employer must prepare a new support letter for each renewal. For Canadians, start that process at least 90 days before expiration so you have time to present it at the U.S. border or port of entry. For Mexicans, begin early to allow time for consulate processing. Starting this process well in advance helps you avoid a gap in authorization that would require you to leave and re-enter the U.S.
Hvac Engineer TN Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does an HVAC Engineer role qualify for TN visa status under USMCA?
Yes, provided the position requires at least a bachelor's degree in a recognized engineering discipline such as mechanical or electrical engineering. The role must involve engineering-level work like system design, load calculations, or controls specification. Technician or installation roles that don't require a degree won't meet the USMCA engineering category standard, even if the employer calls the position 'engineer.'
How does TN visa sponsorship compare to H-1B for HVAC engineers?
TN has no lottery, no annual cap for Canadians, and no six-month wait after an employer files. Canadian applicants can receive status at a port of entry on the same day. H-1B visa requires registration in a lottery with roughly a 25% selection rate and a mandatory October 1 start date. For qualified Canadians and Mexicans, TN is a faster and more predictable path to U.S. employment.
What documents does a Canadian HVAC engineer need at the border?
You need a valid Canadian passport, a support letter from your U.S. employer on company letterhead describing the position and its degree requirement, your engineering degree or transcripts, and proof of your employer's experience with visa sponsorship. Some officers also ask for your professional engineering license if the role is in a licensed state, so bring it if you hold one.
How can I find HVAC Engineer jobs that offer TN visa sponsorship?
Most job postings don't specify TN sponsorship, so filtering by keywords alone misses most opportunities. Migrate Mate indexes employers with recent visa filings who have experience sponsoring work visas for engineering roles, letting you focus applications on companies familiar with the visa sponsorship process. That experience is a strong signal that an employer understands the support letter requirements and can move an offer to port-of-entry approval efficiently.
Can a Mexican citizen get TN status for an HVAC Engineer role?
Yes, but the process differs from Canada's. Mexican TN applicants must apply at a U.S. consulate rather than at the border, and Mexico has a 5,500 annual TN allocation under USMCA. In practice that cap has never been reached, so it hasn't created waitlists. Processing time at the consulate is typically a few weeks once the appointment is scheduled and documents are complete.