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Managing Consultant roles qualify for TN visa sponsorship under USMCA for Canadian and Mexican professionals with a relevant bachelor's degree and a U.S. employer offer. No lottery, no cap for Canadians. Your degree field must align directly with the consulting engagement your employer defines in the TN support letter.
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Exponent is the only premium engineering and scientific consulting firm with the depth and breadth of expertise to solve our clients’ most profoundly unique, unprecedented, and urgent challenges.
We are committed to engaging multidisciplinary teams of science, engineering, and regulatory experts to empower our clients with solutions that create a safer, healthier, more sustainable world. For over five decades, we've connected the lessons of past failures with tomorrow's solutions to advise clients as they innovate technologically complex products and processes, ensure the safety and health of their users, and address the challenges of sustainability.
Join our team of experts with degrees from top programs at over 500 universities and extensive experience spanning a variety of industries. At Exponent, you’ll contribute to the diverse pool of ideas, talents, backgrounds, and experiences that drives our collaborative teamwork and breakthrough insights. Plus, we help you grow your career through mentoring, sponsorship, and a culture of learning. Thanks for your interest in joining our team!
Key statistics:
* 950+ Consultants
* 640+ Ph.D.s
* 90+ Disciplines
* 30+ Offices globally
Our Opportunity
We are currently seeking a Managing Geotechnical Engineer for our Civil & Structural Engineering Practice in Bellevue, WA. In this role you will work as part of a team responsible for developing and executing geotechnical engineering projects. This position will provide technically challenging work with excellent opportunities to grow within the firm.
You will be responsible for
- Conducting analyses of geotechnical and civil engineering systems
- Evaluating construction claims related to ground conditions, earthwork, and earth structures (support of excavations, foundations, retaining walls, etc.)
- Preparing conceptual designs for the repair/restoration of geotechnical systems
- Performing peer reviews
- Leading project teams on the execution of project deliverables (field investigations, analyses, written and oral presentations of findings)
- Developing project work with new and existing clients
You will have the following skills and qualifications
- Ph.D. in Civil Engineering specializing in Geotechnical Engineering from an accredited university with at least 5 years’ post-grad experience
- Alternatively, a M.S. in Civil Engineering specializing in Geotechnical Engineering from an accredited university, plus at least 10 years’ post-grad experience, will be considered
- A P.E. License (US), P.Eng License (Canada), or C.Eng License (UK)
- Strong analytical and critical thinking skills
- Demonstrated success in independently developing and managing client relationships
- Attention to detail, dedication to quality and accuracy, desire to work in a fast paced environment
- Proven track record of effective leadership skills
- Strong publication record in peer reviewed journals or conference proceedings or demonstrated leadership or activity in geotechnical professional societies
- Past record of excellent written and verbal communication skills
Applicants are encouraged to submit a CV (Curriculum Vitae) with publications (feel free to include publications that are in review or pending) [not restricted to 1 page].
Life @ Exponent
To learn more about life at Exponent and our impact, please visit the following links:
https://www.exponent.com/careers/life-exponent
https://www.exponent.com/company/our-impact
Attracting, inspiring, developing, and rewarding exceptional people with diverse backgrounds and expertise are central to our corporate culture. Our diverse team allows us to provide better value to our clients and enjoy an enriched work environment.
Our firm is committed to offering a variety of programs and resources to support health and well-being. We believe that providing competitive benefits as well as compensation and recognition programs empowers our staff to do work that makes a difference.
Work Environment
At Exponent, we have found that in-person interactions deepen employee engagement and are crucial for development, for realizing the full potential of our talented and diverse teams, and for building a more inclusive workplace where all have a sense of belonging. In our offices, you can expect a supportive culture and a collaborative, dynamic, multi-disciplinary work environment. Our consultants engage in-person in the office unless they are traveling for client work or other business activities.
We value the rich lives our colleagues enjoy outside of work and understand that work/life balance is critical to our employees and their well-being. Consultants have the autonomy to balance their work and personal schedules so you can meet with clients, visit inspection sites, attend conferences, and make time for priorities outside of work, too. It is this flexible, agile work style and working hours that allow our teams to drive innovation and results in their own ways, while meeting the needs of clients. #LI-Onsite
Compensation
Our consultants are rewarded for their technical and business contributions and have an opportunity to plan for future success and career growth. Exponent's total compensation plan is consistent with its expectations of the quality and quantity of work performed and with the professional standards set by Exponent. At the Manager level and above total compensation includes base salary, annual bonus, and 401(k) employer contribution of 7% of base salary.
The base salary range for this position is dependent on experience and capabilities, which will be assessed during the interview process.
Salary Range
USD $140,000.00 - USD $170,000.00 /Yr.
Benefits you will enjoy
Access benefits information on our Life@Exponent page: https://www.exponent.com/careers/life-exponent
Exponent is a proud equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected status.
If you need assistance or accommodation due to a disability, you may email us at HR-Accommodations@exponent.com.
Job Locations
US-WA-Bellevue
US-WA-Seattle
About Exponent
Exponent is the only premium engineering and scientific consulting firm with the depth and breadth of expertise to solve our clients’ most profoundly unique, unprecedented, and urgent challenges.
We are committed to engaging multidisciplinary teams of science, engineering, and regulatory experts to empower our clients with solutions that create a safer, healthier, more sustainable world. For over five decades, we've connected the lessons of past failures with tomorrow's solutions to advise clients as they innovate technologically complex products and processes, ensure the safety and health of their users, and address the challenges of sustainability.
Join our team of experts with degrees from top programs at over 500 universities and extensive experience spanning a variety of industries. At Exponent, you’ll contribute to the diverse pool of ideas, talents, backgrounds, and experiences that drives our collaborative teamwork and breakthrough insights. Plus, we help you grow your career through mentoring, sponsorship, and a culture of learning. Thanks for your interest in joining our team!
Key statistics:
* 950+ Consultants
* 640+ Ph.D.s
* 90+ Disciplines
* 30+ Offices globally
Our Opportunity
We are currently seeking a Managing Geotechnical Engineer for our Civil & Structural Engineering Practice in Bellevue, WA. In this role you will work as part of a team responsible for developing and executing geotechnical engineering projects. This position will provide technically challenging work with excellent opportunities to grow within the firm.
You will be responsible for
- Conducting analyses of geotechnical and civil engineering systems
- Evaluating construction claims related to ground conditions, earthwork, and earth structures (support of excavations, foundations, retaining walls, etc.)
- Preparing conceptual designs for the repair/restoration of geotechnical systems
- Performing peer reviews
- Leading project teams on the execution of project deliverables (field investigations, analyses, written and oral presentations of findings)
- Developing project work with new and existing clients
You will have the following skills and qualifications
- Ph.D. in Civil Engineering specializing in Geotechnical Engineering from an accredited university with at least 5 years’ post-grad experience
- Alternatively, a M.S. in Civil Engineering specializing in Geotechnical Engineering from an accredited university, plus at least 10 years’ post-grad experience, will be considered
- A P.E. License (US), P.Eng License (Canada), or C.Eng License (UK)
- Strong analytical and critical thinking skills
- Demonstrated success in independently developing and managing client relationships
- Attention to detail, dedication to quality and accuracy, desire to work in a fast paced environment
- Proven track record of effective leadership skills
- Strong publication record in peer reviewed journals or conference proceedings or demonstrated leadership or activity in geotechnical professional societies
- Past record of excellent written and verbal communication skills
Applicants are encouraged to submit a CV (Curriculum Vitae) with publications (feel free to include publications that are in review or pending) [not restricted to 1 page].
Life @ Exponent
To learn more about life at Exponent and our impact, please visit the following links:
https://www.exponent.com/careers/life-exponent
https://www.exponent.com/company/our-impact
Attracting, inspiring, developing, and rewarding exceptional people with diverse backgrounds and expertise are central to our corporate culture. Our diverse team allows us to provide better value to our clients and enjoy an enriched work environment.
Our firm is committed to offering a variety of programs and resources to support health and well-being. We believe that providing competitive benefits as well as compensation and recognition programs empowers our staff to do work that makes a difference.
Work Environment
At Exponent, we have found that in-person interactions deepen employee engagement and are crucial for development, for realizing the full potential of our talented and diverse teams, and for building a more inclusive workplace where all have a sense of belonging. In our offices, you can expect a supportive culture and a collaborative, dynamic, multi-disciplinary work environment. Our consultants engage in-person in the office unless they are traveling for client work or other business activities.
We value the rich lives our colleagues enjoy outside of work and understand that work/life balance is critical to our employees and their well-being. Consultants have the autonomy to balance their work and personal schedules so you can meet with clients, visit inspection sites, attend conferences, and make time for priorities outside of work, too. It is this flexible, agile work style and working hours that allow our teams to drive innovation and results in their own ways, while meeting the needs of clients. #LI-Onsite
Compensation
Our consultants are rewarded for their technical and business contributions and have an opportunity to plan for future success and career growth. Exponent's total compensation plan is consistent with its expectations of the quality and quantity of work performed and with the professional standards set by Exponent. At the Manager level and above total compensation includes base salary, annual bonus, and 401(k) employer contribution of 7% of base salary.
The base salary range for this position is dependent on experience and capabilities, which will be assessed during the interview process.
Salary Range
USD $140,000.00 - USD $170,000.00 /Yr.
Benefits you will enjoy
Access benefits information on our Life@Exponent page: https://www.exponent.com/careers/life-exponent
Exponent is a proud equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected status.
If you need assistance or accommodation due to a disability, you may email us at HR-Accommodations@exponent.com.
Job Locations
US-WA-Bellevue
US-WA-Seattle
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding TN Visa Sponsorship as a Managing Consultant
Align your degree field to the engagement
The TN visa officer evaluates whether your specific degree matches the consulting work described, not just the job title. A business administration or economics degree supporting a financial consulting engagement reads more cleanly than a general management degree covering broad advisory work.
Prepare a detailed employer support letter
Your employer's TN support letter must describe the consulting engagement with enough specificity to satisfy a CBP officer. Vague project descriptions like 'strategic advisory services' trigger requests for clarification. Scope, methodology, and your qualifying credentials should all appear explicitly.
Target clients who already use professional visas
Consulting firms that routinely staff international professionals understand TN mechanics and are less likely to withdraw an offer over sponsorship concerns. Look for firms with recent visa filings, which signals familiarity with work authorization compliance across their workforce.
Clarify the TN relationship before your first interview
Recruiters at staffing or consulting firms sometimes conflate TN with H-1B visa and assume a lottery or multi-month delay applies. Correcting that early, before offer negotiations, prevents the offer from being withdrawn based on a compliance misconception about processing timelines.
Use Migrate Mate to find sponsoring employers
Searching broadly wastes time on employers unfamiliar with TN requirements for consultants. Migrate Mate filters Managing Consultant roles to employers with recent visa filings, so you're applying to firms experienced with sponsoring work visas and likely equipped to support your TN application.
Understand how Mexican nationals handle the cap
Mexican TN professionals face an annual allocation under USMCA, unlike Canadians who have no numerical cap. Filing early in the fiscal year and confirming your employer's readiness to submit documentation to USCIS promptly reduces the risk of hitting availability limits.
Managing Consultant TN Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Managing Consultant role actually qualify for TN visa status?
Yes, if the position fits the 'Management Consultant' USMCA category and your degree aligns with the specific consulting work. The key is that the role involves providing management advisory services, not general business operations or project coordination. CBP officers look at the employer's description of the engagement alongside your credentials, so both must match.
How does TN compare to H-1B for Managing Consultant positions?
TN is typically faster and more predictable than H-1B for this role. There's no lottery for Canadians, no cap waiting period, and Canadian citizens can receive TN status at the border on the day of application. H-1B requires USCIS adjudication over months and carries lottery uncertainty. The tradeoff is that TN does not confer dual intent, so green card planning requires careful sequencing with your employer.
What documents does my employer need to prepare for my TN application?
Your employer must provide a support letter on company letterhead stating the job title, a description of the consulting engagement, the professional category under USMCA, your qualifications, the anticipated duration, and your compensation arrangement. This letter is your primary document at the port of entry for Canadians or your I-129 supporting document for Mexicans applying through USCIS.
Where can I find Managing Consultant jobs that already offer TN visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for this. Rather than filtering through generic job postings where TN sponsorship is unclear or misunderstood, Migrate Mate surfaces Managing Consultant roles from employers with documented TN and work visa activity, saving you from spending time on applications that will stall at the offer stage over sponsorship uncertainty.
Can I transfer my TN status if I change consulting firms?
Yes, but you need new TN documentation tied to the new employer before you stop working for the current one. Canadian citizens can apply at the border with the new employer's support letter. Mexicans must file a new I-129 with USCIS. Your TN status is employer-specific, so the transfer isn't automatic and gaps in authorization aren't permitted.