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Platform Developer roles qualify for TN visa sponsorship under the USMCA's Computer Systems Analyst category, provided your work centers on designing, integrating, or maintaining software platforms rather than general IT support. Canadian citizens can apply at the border with same-day admission; Mexican citizens enter through a U.S. consulate. No lottery, no annual cap for Canadians.
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At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?
We believe electricity powers modern life. As part of our Power sector, you’ll help shape how electricity is generated, transmitted and delivered as global energy demands grow. From massive data centers to modernizing transmission systems, our industry-recognized engineers and scientists have been at the forefront of grid transformation for more than a century. You’ll work side-by-side with these experts and contribute to reliable, resilient and sustainable power systems, helping communities thrive and industries expand. This isn’t just a job, it’s a chance to drive infrastructure forward, power innovation and leave your mark on our energy future.
Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.
HDR is looking for a Mission Critical / Data Center Power Substation Electrical Engineer to join our growing and nationally ranked team of Power Delivery professionals. The successful candidate will be a part of a team that provides owners engineering support for large scale Data Center power projects throughout the full life cycle of the Data Center. This is an excellent growth opportunity for a self-directed individual who wants to learn and take on new challenges.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
In the role of Mission Critical / Data Center Power Substation Electrical Engineer, we will count on you to have:
- Project management experience, preferably with multiple remote teams nationally.
- Technical experience with high voltage electrical switchyard and substation projects of small to large size and complexity, including at a minimum, conceptual knowledge of physical, electrical, civil, and structural design components.
- Experience with power delivery substation construction.
- Knowledge of utility frameworks, design standards, utility interconnect processes, and preferred project delivery models across the US.
- Ability to coordinate with marketing and client leaders to build client relationships and develop new opportunities.
- Experience with scoping, estimating, and developing switchyard and/or substation data center projects.
- Understanding of contractual risk and mitigation strategies in various delivery models.
- Ability to coordinate with local, regional, and national operations and technical leaders and project team leadership to develop teams for engineering execution to deliver world class quality in design and construction support of projects.
- Ability to work with local leadership and project teams to meet area and company financial plans.
- Experience with project management activities, including scope and/or proposal development, project team development and assignment, project execution, project closeout, and quality control, schedule, and budget management.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering.
- Requires professional engineering license recognized by the licensing board for the location of the position offered. Example: Professional Engineer (PE or P.Eng) license.
- Previous experience in project execution within the Power Market Sector.
- Computer skills in Microsoft Office as well as standard Power Market Sector design software. (examples include PLS CAD, AutoCAD, Plant 3D, AutoPipe, and Revit).
- An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering.
- Experience with EHV substations (500kV, 765kV).
- Minimum of five (5) years of substation design or construction experience.
- A minimum of five (5) years of project management or engineering experience.
- PMP or PgMP, CMAA or CCM, AICP certification.
- Power Delivery experience with large scale private developers (renewables, industrial sites, data centers, etc) and a variety of utilities (i.e. investor owned utilities, public utility districts, municipalities, cooperatives) and regions across the US.
- Preference given to candidates currently residing in the Mid Atlantic (VA/MD/DC) Area.
LOCATION
- Primary Location: United States-Virginia-Vienna
- Other Locations: United States-District of Columbia-Washington DC
SCHEDULE
- Full-time
EMPLOYEE STATUS
- Regular
COMPENSATION
The expected compensation range for this position depends upon skills, experience, education and geographical location. (Stated benefits are for full-time regular positions. Temporary and part-time roles eligible for limited benefits.) Washington, DC: $97,440 - $150,000. Vienna, VA: $97,440 - $150,000.
WHAT WE BELIEVE
HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.
OUR COMMITMENT
As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.
Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.
We provide a comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee ownership, employee health, performance, and success, which includes medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, life insurance, an employee assistance program, paid time away, parental leave, paid holidays, a retirement savings plan with employer match, employee referral bonus and tuition reimbursement.
JOB POSTING
- Oct 22, 2026
INTRODUCTION
At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?
We believe electricity powers modern life. As part of our Power sector, you’ll help shape how electricity is generated, transmitted and delivered as global energy demands grow. From massive data centers to modernizing transmission systems, our industry-recognized engineers and scientists have been at the forefront of grid transformation for more than a century. You’ll work side-by-side with these experts and contribute to reliable, resilient and sustainable power systems, helping communities thrive and industries expand. This isn’t just a job, it’s a chance to drive infrastructure forward, power innovation and leave your mark on our energy future.
Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.
HDR is looking for a Mission Critical / Data Center Power Substation Electrical Engineer to join our growing and nationally ranked team of Power Delivery professionals. The successful candidate will be a part of a team that provides owners engineering support for large scale Data Center power projects throughout the full life cycle of the Data Center. This is an excellent growth opportunity for a self-directed individual who wants to learn and take on new challenges.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
In the role of Mission Critical / Data Center Power Substation Electrical Engineer, we will count on you to have:
- Project management experience, preferably with multiple remote teams nationally.
- Technical experience with high voltage electrical switchyard and substation projects of small to large size and complexity, including at a minimum, conceptual knowledge of physical, electrical, civil, and structural design components.
- Experience with power delivery substation construction.
- Knowledge of utility frameworks, design standards, utility interconnect processes, and preferred project delivery models across the US.
- Ability to coordinate with marketing and client leaders to build client relationships and develop new opportunities.
- Experience with scoping, estimating, and developing switchyard and/or substation data center projects.
- Understanding of contractual risk and mitigation strategies in various delivery models.
- Ability to coordinate with local, regional, and national operations and technical leaders and project team leadership to develop teams for engineering execution to deliver world class quality in design and construction support of projects.
- Ability to work with local leadership and project teams to meet area and company financial plans.
- Experience with project management activities, including scope and/or proposal development, project team development and assignment, project execution, project closeout, and quality control, schedule, and budget management.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering.
- Requires professional engineering license recognized by the licensing board for the location of the position offered. Example: Professional Engineer (PE or P.Eng) license.
- Previous experience in project execution within the Power Market Sector.
- Computer skills in Microsoft Office as well as standard Power Market Sector design software. (examples include PLS CAD, AutoCAD, Plant 3D, AutoPipe, and Revit).
- An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering.
- Experience with EHV substations (500kV, 765kV).
- Minimum of five (5) years of substation design or construction experience.
- A minimum of five (5) years of project management or engineering experience.
- PMP or PgMP, CMAA or CCM, AICP certification.
- Power Delivery experience with large scale private developers (renewables, industrial sites, data centers, etc) and a variety of utilities (i.e. investor owned utilities, public utility districts, municipalities, cooperatives) and regions across the US.
- Preference given to candidates currently residing in the Mid Atlantic (VA/MD/DC) Area.
LOCATION
- Primary Location: United States-Virginia-Vienna
- Other Locations: United States-District of Columbia-Washington DC
SCHEDULE
- Full-time
EMPLOYEE STATUS
- Regular
COMPENSATION
The expected compensation range for this position depends upon skills, experience, education and geographical location. (Stated benefits are for full-time regular positions. Temporary and part-time roles eligible for limited benefits.) Washington, DC: $97,440 - $150,000. Vienna, VA: $97,440 - $150,000.
WHAT WE BELIEVE
HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.
OUR COMMITMENT
As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.
Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.
We provide a comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee ownership, employee health, performance, and success, which includes medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, life insurance, an employee assistance program, paid time away, parental leave, paid holidays, a retirement savings plan with employer match, employee referral bonus and tuition reimbursement.
JOB POSTING
- Oct 22, 2026
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Align your credentials to Computer Systems Analyst
TN visa approval for Platform Developer roles hinges on CBP classifying your position under Computer Systems Analyst. Your degree, job title, and offer letter must all point to systems analysis and integration work, not general software support or helpdesk functions.
Target employers with active platform engineering teams
Focus your search on companies building internal developer platforms, API ecosystems, or cloud infrastructure products. These teams routinely sponsor TN professionals because the work aligns cleanly with the Computer Systems Analyst classification CBP applies at entry.
Request a duties-specific offer letter before filing
Ask your hiring manager to describe your platform responsibilities in technical terms: system architecture, API integration, CI/CD pipeline ownership. A vague letter citing only job title and salary is the most common reason CBP questions TN admissibility at the port of entry.
Use Migrate Mate to find TN-eligible roles
Search Migrate Mate to find Platform Developer jobs at employers with recent visa filings who understand work visa sponsorship processes. Filtering by TN-eligible roles saves time you'd otherwise spend vetting job postings that assume H-1B visa or don't address USMCA status at all.
Prepare for Mexican citizen consulate timelines
Mexican nationals must schedule a TN visa interview at a U.S. consulate, typically in Monterrey, Guadalajara, or Mexico City. Consular appointment wait times vary, so factor this into your start-date negotiation with your employer before signing an offer.
Clarify TN renewal timing with your employer before day one
TN status is granted in up to three-year increments with unlimited renewals, but each renewal requires a new employer letter and CBP or USCIS review. Confirm your employer understands this cycle and has an internal process for initiating renewals at least 60 days before expiration.
Platform Developer TN Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Platform Developer role qualify for TN visa sponsorship?
Yes, if the role's core duties involve analyzing, designing, or integrating software platforms rather than general IT support. CBP evaluates TN petitions under the Computer Systems Analyst category. Your offer letter must describe platform-specific responsibilities, such as API architecture, system integration, or developer toolchain ownership, to withstand scrutiny at the port of entry or consulate.
How does TN visa sponsorship compare to H-1B for Platform Developer roles?
TN has no annual lottery and no numerical cap for Canadian citizens, meaning you can start work as soon as CBP approves your application at the border, often the same day. H-1B requires surviving a lottery with roughly a 25% selection rate and waiting until October 1 of the fiscal year. For qualifying Canadian and Mexican Platform Developers, TN is a faster, more predictable path.
Can I switch employers on a TN visa as a Platform Developer?
Yes, but TN status is employer-specific. You cannot begin work with a new employer until CBP or USCIS approves a new TN petition tied to that employer's offer letter. Canadian citizens can file at a port of entry and receive same-day approval. Mexican citizens must obtain a new TN visa stamp at a U.S. consulate before starting with the new employer.
Where can I find Platform Developer jobs that offer TN visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate lists Platform Developer roles specifically filtered for TN visa sponsorship, so you're not sifting through postings that assume H-1B status or offer no USMCA support. Searching there connects you with employers who have confirmed they can support Canadian and Mexican professionals through the TN process without a lottery or multi-year wait.
What does a Platform Developer's TN visa application need to include?
Your application package must include a qualifying offer letter describing platform-specific duties, proof of a bachelor's degree or higher in computer science, engineering, or a closely related field, and your valid Canadian or Mexican passport. Canadian citizens present these directly to CBP at a port of entry. Mexican citizens submit them as part of a consular visa interview and receive a TN visa stamp before travel.