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Professional Engineer jobs with TN visa sponsorship are open to licensed Canadian and Mexican engineers across disciplines including civil, mechanical, electrical, and chemical. The TN category covers engineers holding a baccalaureate or licenciatura degree, with no lottery and no annual cap for Canadians, making it one of the most direct paths to U.S. engineering work.
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Kimley-Horn is seeking an entrepreneurial Professional Land Surveyor to grow our Land Survey practice in the Indianapolis, IN. office! This is a high-impact leadership role for someone who thrives at the intersection of client service, business development, technical excellence, and team leadership.
We use the term "Practice Builder" to describe our best client servers – the men and women who exhibit leadership by winning and doing work, managing projects profitably, and mentoring the next generation. As a Practice Builder, you will:
- Craft a bold vision for growth.
- Lead business development efforts to win work from new and existing clients.
- Provide high-quality service in a profitable manner.
- Contribute to the professional development of staff.
- Benefit from comprehensive support in accounting, administrative, marketing, recruiting, IT, and production.
- Have the autonomy to build and grow your business with the full backing of a firm consistently recognized as one of the best in the industry.
This role offers the freedom to lead and grow your business, with the rewards of a performance-based environment (including base salary + bonuses), and the potential to advance to ownership.
This is not a remote position.
Responsibilities
- Conducting field surveys using advanced surveying instruments and technology to accurately measure and record land boundaries, topographic features, and geographic coordinates.
- Analyzing survey data, maps, and legal documents to determine property lines and boundaries, resolving discrepancies or ambiguities as needed.
- Collaborating with engineers, architects, and other professionals to provide accurate survey data and support various construction and development projects.
- Utilizing Global Positioning System (GPS) technology, Geographic Information Systems (GIS), and other surveying software to process and manage survey data efficiently.
- Preparing detailed survey reports, maps, and legal descriptions for clients, government agencies, and other stakeholders.
- Conducting research on property deeds, historical records, and land titles to gather essential information for surveying projects.
- Ensuring compliance with relevant surveying standards, regulations, and safety protocols during fieldwork and data processing.
- Providing expert testimony and survey evidence in legal disputes related to property boundaries and land issues.
- Staying updated on the latest advancements in surveying technology and techniques to enhance surveying processes and accuracy.
- Maintaining and calibrating surveying equipment to ensure reliable and precise measurements.
- Demonstrating strong communication skills to liaise with clients, stakeholders, and team members, and effectively communicate survey results and findings.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- 10+ years as a licensed Professional Land Surveyor (PLS)
- Working knowledge of Civil 3D and/or Carlson
- Ability to work independently and in a team environment
- Ability to manage multiple projects at one time
WHY KIMLEY-HORN?
At Kimley-Horn, we do things differently. People, clients, and employees are at the forefront of who we are. Clients know we prioritize achieving their goals and growing their success. Employees know our culture and approach to business are built on a desire to provide an environment for everyone to flourish. Our commitment to quality is only as good as the people behind it—that’s why we welcome and develop passionate, hardworking, and proactive employees. We take pride in how our employee retention, robust benefits package, and company values have led to Kimley-Horn’s placement on the Fortune “100 Best Companies to Work” list for 19 years!
Key Benefits at Kimley-Horn
- Exceptional Retirement Plan: 2-to-1 company match on up to 4% of eligible compensation (salary + bonus) and additional profit-sharing contribution.
- Comprehensive Health Coverage: Low-cost medical, dental, and vision insurance options.
- Time Off: Personal leave, flexible scheduling, floating holidays, and half-day Fridays.
- Financial Wellness: Student loan matching in our 401(k), and performance-based bonuses.
- Professional Development: Tuition reimbursement and extensive internal training programs.
- Family-Friendly Benefits: New Parent Leave, family building benefits, and childcare resources.
INTRODUCTION
Kimley-Horn is seeking an entrepreneurial Professional Land Surveyor to grow our Land Survey practice in the Indianapolis, IN. office! This is a high-impact leadership role for someone who thrives at the intersection of client service, business development, technical excellence, and team leadership.
We use the term "Practice Builder" to describe our best client servers – the men and women who exhibit leadership by winning and doing work, managing projects profitably, and mentoring the next generation. As a Practice Builder, you will:
- Craft a bold vision for growth.
- Lead business development efforts to win work from new and existing clients.
- Provide high-quality service in a profitable manner.
- Contribute to the professional development of staff.
- Benefit from comprehensive support in accounting, administrative, marketing, recruiting, IT, and production.
- Have the autonomy to build and grow your business with the full backing of a firm consistently recognized as one of the best in the industry.
This role offers the freedom to lead and grow your business, with the rewards of a performance-based environment (including base salary + bonuses), and the potential to advance to ownership.
This is not a remote position.
Responsibilities
- Conducting field surveys using advanced surveying instruments and technology to accurately measure and record land boundaries, topographic features, and geographic coordinates.
- Analyzing survey data, maps, and legal documents to determine property lines and boundaries, resolving discrepancies or ambiguities as needed.
- Collaborating with engineers, architects, and other professionals to provide accurate survey data and support various construction and development projects.
- Utilizing Global Positioning System (GPS) technology, Geographic Information Systems (GIS), and other surveying software to process and manage survey data efficiently.
- Preparing detailed survey reports, maps, and legal descriptions for clients, government agencies, and other stakeholders.
- Conducting research on property deeds, historical records, and land titles to gather essential information for surveying projects.
- Ensuring compliance with relevant surveying standards, regulations, and safety protocols during fieldwork and data processing.
- Providing expert testimony and survey evidence in legal disputes related to property boundaries and land issues.
- Staying updated on the latest advancements in surveying technology and techniques to enhance surveying processes and accuracy.
- Maintaining and calibrating surveying equipment to ensure reliable and precise measurements.
- Demonstrating strong communication skills to liaise with clients, stakeholders, and team members, and effectively communicate survey results and findings.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- 10+ years as a licensed Professional Land Surveyor (PLS)
- Working knowledge of Civil 3D and/or Carlson
- Ability to work independently and in a team environment
- Ability to manage multiple projects at one time
WHY KIMLEY-HORN?
At Kimley-Horn, we do things differently. People, clients, and employees are at the forefront of who we are. Clients know we prioritize achieving their goals and growing their success. Employees know our culture and approach to business are built on a desire to provide an environment for everyone to flourish. Our commitment to quality is only as good as the people behind it—that’s why we welcome and develop passionate, hardworking, and proactive employees. We take pride in how our employee retention, robust benefits package, and company values have led to Kimley-Horn’s placement on the Fortune “100 Best Companies to Work” list for 19 years!
Key Benefits at Kimley-Horn
- Exceptional Retirement Plan: 2-to-1 company match on up to 4% of eligible compensation (salary + bonus) and additional profit-sharing contribution.
- Comprehensive Health Coverage: Low-cost medical, dental, and vision insurance options.
- Time Off: Personal leave, flexible scheduling, floating holidays, and half-day Fridays.
- Financial Wellness: Student loan matching in our 401(k), and performance-based bonuses.
- Professional Development: Tuition reimbursement and extensive internal training programs.
- Family-Friendly Benefits: New Parent Leave, family building benefits, and childcare resources.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding TN Visa Sponsorship as a Professional Engineer
Verify your license transfers across borders
A Canadian P.Eng. or Mexican título de ingeniero doesn't automatically satisfy U.S. state licensure requirements. Confirm whether your target employer needs a U.S. Professional Engineer stamp before you apply, since some roles require state-issued licensure as a condition of hire.
Align your degree field with the posted role
TN visa eligibility requires your degree discipline to match the engineering category of the position. A mechanical engineering degree won't support a TN for a purely civil role, so target postings where your exact discipline is named in the job description.
Request a detailed offer letter before the border
Canadians apply for TN status directly at a port of entry, so your offer letter must specify your role, discipline, wage, and that a baccalaureate degree in engineering is required. Vague or HR-generic letters are the most common reason CBP officers ask follow-up questions.
Target employers experienced with visa sponsorship
Firms with recent visa filings for engineering roles have already developed processes for sponsoring skilled workers. Filtering by employers experienced with work visa sponsorship narrows your search to companies familiar with hiring internationally—and more likely to navigate the TN visa process smoothly, whether that means preparing a support letter for your port-of-entry presentation or consulate application.
Use Migrate Mate to find engineering roles at sponsors
Search Migrate Mate to surface Professional Engineer positions at employers with recent visa filings who have experience sponsoring work visas for engineers. Filtering by role and employer visa sponsorship experience helps you identify postings where the company has demonstrated capability supporting visa-sponsored professionals. For TN applicants, this employer experience signals familiarity with visa sponsorship processes and support letter preparation.
Prepare for the Mexican TN annual cap early in the year
Mexican nationals are limited to 5,500 TN visas annually. If you're applying mid-year, confirm with your employer whether allocation is still available, since consular appointments for Mexican TN applicants require USCIS Form I-129 filed well before the cap closes.
Professional Engineer TN Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does my Canadian P.Eng. or Mexican engineering license qualify me for TN status as a Professional Engineer?
Your foreign engineering credential qualifies you for TN classification if you hold a baccalaureate or licenciatura degree in an engineering discipline. The TN category doesn't require a U.S. Professional Engineer license. However, some employers require a state PE stamp as a job condition independent of immigration status, so clarify this with each employer before applying.
How does the TN visa compare to H-1B for Professional Engineer roles?
For Canadian engineers, TN is almost always the faster path. There's no annual lottery, no cap, and Canadians can apply at any port of entry on the day of travel. H-1B visa selection is lottery-based with an April start date and months of processing time. Mexican engineers face a 5,500-annual-cap on TN visas and must file Form I-129 through USCIS, which narrows the speed advantage.
Where can I find Professional Engineer jobs where the employer already understands TN visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate lets you search specifically for Professional Engineer roles at employers with documented TN or H-1B sponsorship history. This filters out companies that have never processed a work visa before, which significantly reduces the chance of an offer falling apart because the hiring manager didn't know TN sponsorship was required.
What documents do I need to bring to the port of entry as a Canadian engineer applying for TN status?
You'll need a detailed employer offer letter, your engineering degree certificate and transcripts, and your Canadian passport. If your degree is in a field adjacent to the posted role, a credential evaluation from a recognized body can help CBP confirm the match. Bring physical originals of everything, not only digital copies, since officers can't access cloud storage at the border.
Can I switch employers after starting a TN-sponsored Professional Engineer job in the United States?
Yes, but you must secure a new TN before starting work with the new employer. Canadians can do this at a port of entry with the new employer's offer letter. Mexican nationals need USCIS to approve a new Form I-129 petition before the job change takes effect. Working for an employer not listed on your TN approval is a violation of status.