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Pilot roles qualify for TN visa sponsorship under USMCA when the position requires a commercial pilot certificate and the employer confirms U.S. operations. Canadian citizens can apply at the port of entry with no annual cap. Mexican citizens need consular processing with a limited annual allocation.
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At DuPont, our purpose is to empower the world with essential innovations to thrive. We work on things that matter. Whether it’s providing clean water to more than a billion people on the planet, producing materials that are essential in everyday technology devices from smartphones to electric vehicles, or protecting workers around the world. Discover the many reasons the world’s most talented people are choosing to work at DuPont.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The Pilot Plant Engineer is a hands-on, operations-focused engineer who plays a critical role in enabling Shelter R&D’s innovation pipeline. This position acts as the technical owner of pilot plant performance, partnering closely with Operations, R&D, EHS, and FSRE to deliver safe, reliable, and efficient pilot operations.
This role is ideal for engineers who thrive in a run plant environment—someone who enjoys being close to the process, solving problems in real time, and continuously improving how the plant operates.
This role is on-site at our Midland Headquarters location, and relocation is not supported.
What You'll Do:
Own Pilot Plant Performance:
- Serve as the first-line engineering lead for pilot plant operations
- Rapidly troubleshoot process and equipment issues to minimize downtime and restore operations
- Provide technical leadership during upsets, breakdowns, and unplanned events
- Support pilot scheduling and execution to ensure high-quality, on-time trials
Drive Reliability & Continuous Improvement:
- Identify and implement improvements in safety, reliability, and operational efficiency
- Analyze process data and trends to eliminate recurring issues and improve performance
- Lead root cause investigations and implement sustainable corrective actions
- Recommend and execute process modifications to improve throughput, capability, and consistency
Build & Scale New Capabilities:
- Translate R&D needs into practical engineering solutions and new pilot capabilities
- Design, modify, and implement equipment or process enhancements (e.g., new attachments, flow systems)
- Support capital projects end-to-end, from idea generation through installation and startup
Operate as a Technical Leader:
- Develop deep expertise across multiple pilot lines (extrusion, mixing, feeding, etc.)
- Act as the go-to problem solver for complex process and equipment challenges
- Collaborate cross-functionally with R&D, Manufacturing, and external partners to deliver results
- Progress into a role with broad ownership of pilot plant operations and team mentoring
Champion Safety & Compliance:
- Promote a strong safety culture and ensure safe work practices are always followed
- Participate in and eventually lead Process Safety Management (PSM) and Process Hazard Analysis (PHA) activities
- Support Management of Change (MOC) and environmental compliance requirements
- Lead or support incident investigations and corrective action plans
Document & Communicate:
- Maintain accurate technical documentation, SOPs, and engineering records
- Communicate findings, insights, and recommendations to stakeholders
- Prepare clear reports and presentations to support decision-making
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree in Chemical, Mechanical, or related Engineering discipline
- 0–5 years of experience in manufacturing, pilot plant, or process engineering
- Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills, with ability to diagnose process and equipment issues
- Ability to design and implement practical engineering solutions
- Effective collaboration and communication skills across functions
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Internship or co-op experience in manufacturing, chemical processing, or industrial operations
- Exposure to Reliability Engineering, Lean/Six Sigma, RCA, or Continuous Improvement
- Experience with process safety concepts (PSM, PHA, MOC)
- Familiarity with process equipment, instrumentation, and troubleshooting
- SAP experience
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DuPont is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability or any other protected class. If you need a reasonable accommodation to search or apply for a position, please visit our Accessibility Page for Contact Information.
DuPont offers a comprehensive pay and benefits package.
LOCATION
Location: Midland, Michigan, United States of America
INTRODUCTION
At DuPont, our purpose is to empower the world with essential innovations to thrive. We work on things that matter. Whether it’s providing clean water to more than a billion people on the planet, producing materials that are essential in everyday technology devices from smartphones to electric vehicles, or protecting workers around the world. Discover the many reasons the world’s most talented people are choosing to work at DuPont.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The Pilot Plant Engineer is a hands-on, operations-focused engineer who plays a critical role in enabling Shelter R&D’s innovation pipeline. This position acts as the technical owner of pilot plant performance, partnering closely with Operations, R&D, EHS, and FSRE to deliver safe, reliable, and efficient pilot operations.
This role is ideal for engineers who thrive in a run plant environment—someone who enjoys being close to the process, solving problems in real time, and continuously improving how the plant operates.
This role is on-site at our Midland Headquarters location, and relocation is not supported.
What You'll Do:
Own Pilot Plant Performance:
- Serve as the first-line engineering lead for pilot plant operations
- Rapidly troubleshoot process and equipment issues to minimize downtime and restore operations
- Provide technical leadership during upsets, breakdowns, and unplanned events
- Support pilot scheduling and execution to ensure high-quality, on-time trials
Drive Reliability & Continuous Improvement:
- Identify and implement improvements in safety, reliability, and operational efficiency
- Analyze process data and trends to eliminate recurring issues and improve performance
- Lead root cause investigations and implement sustainable corrective actions
- Recommend and execute process modifications to improve throughput, capability, and consistency
Build & Scale New Capabilities:
- Translate R&D needs into practical engineering solutions and new pilot capabilities
- Design, modify, and implement equipment or process enhancements (e.g., new attachments, flow systems)
- Support capital projects end-to-end, from idea generation through installation and startup
Operate as a Technical Leader:
- Develop deep expertise across multiple pilot lines (extrusion, mixing, feeding, etc.)
- Act as the go-to problem solver for complex process and equipment challenges
- Collaborate cross-functionally with R&D, Manufacturing, and external partners to deliver results
- Progress into a role with broad ownership of pilot plant operations and team mentoring
Champion Safety & Compliance:
- Promote a strong safety culture and ensure safe work practices are always followed
- Participate in and eventually lead Process Safety Management (PSM) and Process Hazard Analysis (PHA) activities
- Support Management of Change (MOC) and environmental compliance requirements
- Lead or support incident investigations and corrective action plans
Document & Communicate:
- Maintain accurate technical documentation, SOPs, and engineering records
- Communicate findings, insights, and recommendations to stakeholders
- Prepare clear reports and presentations to support decision-making
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree in Chemical, Mechanical, or related Engineering discipline
- 0–5 years of experience in manufacturing, pilot plant, or process engineering
- Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills, with ability to diagnose process and equipment issues
- Ability to design and implement practical engineering solutions
- Effective collaboration and communication skills across functions
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Internship or co-op experience in manufacturing, chemical processing, or industrial operations
- Exposure to Reliability Engineering, Lean/Six Sigma, RCA, or Continuous Improvement
- Experience with process safety concepts (PSM, PHA, MOC)
- Familiarity with process equipment, instrumentation, and troubleshooting
- SAP experience
Join our Talent Community to stay connected with us!
DuPont is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability or any other protected class. If you need a reasonable accommodation to search or apply for a position, please visit our Accessibility Page for Contact Information.
DuPont offers a comprehensive pay and benefits package.
LOCATION
Location: Midland, Michigan, United States of America
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding TN Visa Sponsorship in Pilot
Verify your pilot certificates meet U.S. equivalency
Transport Canada and the Mexican Secretariat of Infrastructure issue certificates that must convert to FAA equivalents before TN visa approval. Confirm your ATP or CPL translates directly, since discrepancies in hours or ratings trigger documentation requests.
Target regional carriers open to cross-border hiring
Regional airlines and charter operators file TN paperwork far more routinely than major carriers. Focus outreach on Part 135 charter companies and regional Part 121 operators, where hiring managers are already familiar with TN sponsorship logistics.
Request an FAA letter of verification before your interview
Some employers require proof that your foreign pilot certificate has been validated by the FAA before extending an offer. Getting that letter early removes a common bottleneck that delays TN sponsorship offers by weeks.
Search TN-sponsored pilot openings through Migrate Mate
Migrate Mate filters job listings specifically for TN visa sponsorship eligibility, so you're not cold-applying to carriers who don't sponsor. Use it to find Pilot roles where employers have already confirmed they'll file TN paperwork.
Clarify which entity files the support letter
TN visa for Pilots requires an employer support letter, not a USCIS petition. Canadian applicants present this letter directly at the border. Confirm with HR whether the airline's legal team or an external immigration firm will draft it.
Prepare for Mexican consular processing lead times
Mexican nationals can't use port-of-entry TN processing and must schedule a consular interview. Factor four to eight weeks for appointment availability into your start date negotiations so your employer sets a realistic onboarding timeline.
Pilot TN Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does the Pilot occupation officially qualify for TN visa status?
Yes. Pilots are listed as a qualifying occupation under USMCA Appendix 1603.D.1. The position must require a commercial or airline transport pilot certificate, and your employer must confirm the role involves civil aviation operations in the United States. Recreational or agricultural aviation roles without commercial certificate requirements do not qualify.
How does TN compare to H-1B for Canadian and Mexican pilots?
TN has no annual lottery, no cap for Canadians, and no USCIS petition requirement, making it far faster to activate than H-1B visa. Canadian pilots can be approved at the border the same day. H-1B requires a March lottery registration, a six-month wait, and USCIS adjudication. For pilots who qualify under USMCA, TN is the more direct path to starting work.
What documents does a pilot need to support a TN application?
You'll need your valid Canadian or Mexican passport, a detailed employer support letter confirming the job title, duties, and duration, proof of your pilot certificates including ATP or CPL credentials, and evidence that your foreign license has FAA equivalency if required. Canadian applicants present these at a U.S. port of entry. Mexican nationals submit them at a U.S. consulate.
How can I find airlines and operators that sponsor TN visas for pilots?
Migrate Mate lists Pilot jobs specifically filtered for TN visa sponsorship, so you can identify employers who have confirmed they'll support the filing rather than guessing from generic job postings. Regional carriers and charter operators tend to have more established TN sponsorship processes than major network airlines, making them practical starting points.
Can a pilot on TN status switch airlines without losing status?
Yes, but you must have a valid new support letter from the incoming employer before starting work. TN status is employer-specific, so leaving one carrier and joining another requires either a port-of-entry reapplication with the new letter or a change-of-status filing if you're already inside the United States. Gaps between employment can affect status continuity.