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Structural Drafter roles qualify for TN visa sponsorship under the USMCA's Engineer category, covering professionals who produce technical drawings for buildings, bridges, and infrastructure projects. Canadian citizens can apply at the border with no cap or lottery. Mexican citizens require a consular appointment. A bachelor's degree or equivalent in drafting, engineering technology, or a related field is standard.
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Stantec’s Buildings team is on a mission to become the world’s leading integrated design practice. Our architects, engineers, interior designers, consultants, sustainability specialists, and technologists are passionate about the power of design. Our collaborative culture and our innovative, sustainable approach to projects help us create buildings that matter to our world.
Together, we are enhancing the quality of life globally through design.
Join us and design your place with Stantec.
YOUR OPPORTUNITY
The Structural Senior Project Engineer provides technical design and leadership for a wide range of projects and services in Stantec’s Buildings structural engineering group. The Senior Project Engineer leads the technical design, execution, and delivery of projects as subject-matter-expert, mentor, and as a resource to the technical team. Position regularly leads, directs, and delegates work of Project Engineers, Engineers, and Designers in addition to work which may also be self-performed. Role will conceptualize, execute, and ensure quality throughout the design process to meet our clients’ needs and expectations. The Senior Project Engineer will also have supervisory and mentoring responsibilities for junior staff and opportunities to be an internal resource to other structural engineers.
YOUR KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Responsible for a wide range of project types, sizes, and complexities including data centers and mission critical facilities, healthcare, commercial, life-sciences, higher education, industrial, civic, and institutional among others for new and existing construction.
- Leads a team(s) for the structural analysis, design, documentation, and construction administration of building projects. For smaller projects and for certain activities, these may be self-performed.
- Plans and manages technical work and staffing within the group as required to effectively deliver projects, supports client relationships, assists with developing new business, and positions the group to accomplish and achieve long term goals.
- Delegates tasks to project engineers and designers within own discipline as appropriate.
- Participates in virtual and in-person project meetings, workshops, in-person site observations, and other similar activities in support of Stantec’s project delivery.
- Follows Stantec’s quality management process; conducts project reviews and approvals before all QA/QC reviews done by the technical authority.
- Maintains strong client relations; able to understand and articulate project and design requirements, progress, and troubleshooting to clients and technical staff.
- Coordinates well with all disciplines to fully integrate work and client requests into design.
- Coordinates and monitors the work of staff. Monitors performance and implement improvements. Ensures the quality of product is in accordance with Stantec standards. Provides technical support where necessary.
- Acts as supervisor and resource to technical design team; supports and assists staff education and development.
- Assists the Practice Leader in marketing and business development for the group as well as coordinating with corporate marketing.
- Performs employee annual performance review and quarterly check-ins for all direct reports. Document discussions and goal progress. Review competencies and areas for improvement.
- Incorporates objectives of employee's career development plan into team assignments.
- Mentorship of employees for advancing technical skills, developing project management and people skills, and executing at a high level which meets or exceeds Stantec standards.
- Manages Stantec’s technical project process and scope of work within own discipline; reviews schedule and budgeted hours; finds and resolves all inconsistencies with project manager.
- Connects project profitability with direct reports daily tasks.
- Assists with utilization targets of your direct reports (project work or guiding to a corporate or business unit initiative).
- Ensures employees adhere to and understand all policies and procedures.
- Actively participates in the engineering/professional community to build personal knowledge and professional growth (e.g. attends meetings/seminars/conferences and/or write articles for trade magazines).
YOUR CAPABILITIES AND CREDENTIALS
- Comprehensive knowledge of engineering practices and principles in own discipline and basic knowledge of practices and principals in other disciplines.
- Able to conceptualize and develop solutions for multifaceted systems and interactions with varied disparate components.
- Strong technical and analytical skills and experience.
- Proficient in applicable software (ie, REVIT and CAD among others).
- Strong communicator who effectively conveys scope, schedule, and budget to clients, co-workers, and technical teams (e.g. work plan, statement of work, and 2-way communication).
- Adept at writing comprehensive reports, business correspondence, and procedural manuals.
- Equipped to analyze, problem solve, and train others; organized and attentive to detail; flexible and collaborative.
- Able to independently resolve complex problems within the engineer’s discipline.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
- Accredited engineering degree or equivalent education and experience required.
- Minimum 10 years related industry experience.
- Registered Structural Engineer (SE) license or other professional license or certification based on expertise required.
This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.
ABOUT STANTEC
Stantec is a global leader in sustainable engineering, architecture, and environmental consulting. The diverse perspectives of our partners and interested parties drive us to think beyond what’s previously been done on critical issues like climate change, digital transformation, and future-proofing our cities and infrastructure. We innovate at the intersection of community, creativity, and client relationships to advance communities everywhere, so that together we can redefine what’s possible.
PAY RANGE:
- Locations in CO, HI, IL, MD & Various CA, NJ Areas - $117,800.00 - $176,800.00 Annually
PAY TRANSPARENCY: In compliance with pay transparency laws, pay ranges are provided for positions in locations where required. Please note, the final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. At Stantec certain roles are bonus eligible. Actual compensation for part-time roles will be pro-rated based on the agreed number of working hours per week.
BENEFITS SUMMARY: Regular full-time and part-time employees (working at least 20 hours per week) have access to medical, dental, and vision plans, a wellness program, health saving accounts, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) plan, employee stock purchase program, life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, short-term/long-term disability plans, emergency travel benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional membership fee coverage and paid family leave. Regular full-time and part-time employees will receive ten paid holidays in each calendar year. In addition, employees will be eligible to accrue vacation between 10 and 20 days per year and eligible for paid sick leave (and if more generous, in accordance with state and local law).
Temporary/casual employees have access to 401(k) plans, employee stock purchase program, and paid leave, in accordance with state and local law.
The benefits information listed above may not apply to union positions because benefits for such positions are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements.
PRIMARY LOCATION: United States | IL | Chicago
ORGANIZATION: 2357 Buildings-US North Central MCF-Chicago IL
EMPLOYEE STATUS: Regular
BUSINESS JUSTIFICATION: New Position
TRAVEL: No
SCHEDULE: Full time
JOB POSTING: 27/04/2026 03:04:35
REQ ID: 1005593
Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. At Stantec we are committed to ensuring our recruitment process is accessible to all. If you require reasonable adjustments to be made during the recruitment process then please inform a member of our Talent Acquisition team.
INTRODUCTION
Stantec’s Buildings team is on a mission to become the world’s leading integrated design practice. Our architects, engineers, interior designers, consultants, sustainability specialists, and technologists are passionate about the power of design. Our collaborative culture and our innovative, sustainable approach to projects help us create buildings that matter to our world.
Together, we are enhancing the quality of life globally through design.
Join us and design your place with Stantec.
YOUR OPPORTUNITY
The Structural Senior Project Engineer provides technical design and leadership for a wide range of projects and services in Stantec’s Buildings structural engineering group. The Senior Project Engineer leads the technical design, execution, and delivery of projects as subject-matter-expert, mentor, and as a resource to the technical team. Position regularly leads, directs, and delegates work of Project Engineers, Engineers, and Designers in addition to work which may also be self-performed. Role will conceptualize, execute, and ensure quality throughout the design process to meet our clients’ needs and expectations. The Senior Project Engineer will also have supervisory and mentoring responsibilities for junior staff and opportunities to be an internal resource to other structural engineers.
YOUR KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Responsible for a wide range of project types, sizes, and complexities including data centers and mission critical facilities, healthcare, commercial, life-sciences, higher education, industrial, civic, and institutional among others for new and existing construction.
- Leads a team(s) for the structural analysis, design, documentation, and construction administration of building projects. For smaller projects and for certain activities, these may be self-performed.
- Plans and manages technical work and staffing within the group as required to effectively deliver projects, supports client relationships, assists with developing new business, and positions the group to accomplish and achieve long term goals.
- Delegates tasks to project engineers and designers within own discipline as appropriate.
- Participates in virtual and in-person project meetings, workshops, in-person site observations, and other similar activities in support of Stantec’s project delivery.
- Follows Stantec’s quality management process; conducts project reviews and approvals before all QA/QC reviews done by the technical authority.
- Maintains strong client relations; able to understand and articulate project and design requirements, progress, and troubleshooting to clients and technical staff.
- Coordinates well with all disciplines to fully integrate work and client requests into design.
- Coordinates and monitors the work of staff. Monitors performance and implement improvements. Ensures the quality of product is in accordance with Stantec standards. Provides technical support where necessary.
- Acts as supervisor and resource to technical design team; supports and assists staff education and development.
- Assists the Practice Leader in marketing and business development for the group as well as coordinating with corporate marketing.
- Performs employee annual performance review and quarterly check-ins for all direct reports. Document discussions and goal progress. Review competencies and areas for improvement.
- Incorporates objectives of employee's career development plan into team assignments.
- Mentorship of employees for advancing technical skills, developing project management and people skills, and executing at a high level which meets or exceeds Stantec standards.
- Manages Stantec’s technical project process and scope of work within own discipline; reviews schedule and budgeted hours; finds and resolves all inconsistencies with project manager.
- Connects project profitability with direct reports daily tasks.
- Assists with utilization targets of your direct reports (project work or guiding to a corporate or business unit initiative).
- Ensures employees adhere to and understand all policies and procedures.
- Actively participates in the engineering/professional community to build personal knowledge and professional growth (e.g. attends meetings/seminars/conferences and/or write articles for trade magazines).
YOUR CAPABILITIES AND CREDENTIALS
- Comprehensive knowledge of engineering practices and principles in own discipline and basic knowledge of practices and principals in other disciplines.
- Able to conceptualize and develop solutions for multifaceted systems and interactions with varied disparate components.
- Strong technical and analytical skills and experience.
- Proficient in applicable software (ie, REVIT and CAD among others).
- Strong communicator who effectively conveys scope, schedule, and budget to clients, co-workers, and technical teams (e.g. work plan, statement of work, and 2-way communication).
- Adept at writing comprehensive reports, business correspondence, and procedural manuals.
- Equipped to analyze, problem solve, and train others; organized and attentive to detail; flexible and collaborative.
- Able to independently resolve complex problems within the engineer’s discipline.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
- Accredited engineering degree or equivalent education and experience required.
- Minimum 10 years related industry experience.
- Registered Structural Engineer (SE) license or other professional license or certification based on expertise required.
This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.
ABOUT STANTEC
Stantec is a global leader in sustainable engineering, architecture, and environmental consulting. The diverse perspectives of our partners and interested parties drive us to think beyond what’s previously been done on critical issues like climate change, digital transformation, and future-proofing our cities and infrastructure. We innovate at the intersection of community, creativity, and client relationships to advance communities everywhere, so that together we can redefine what’s possible.
PAY RANGE:
- Locations in CO, HI, IL, MD & Various CA, NJ Areas - $117,800.00 - $176,800.00 Annually
PAY TRANSPARENCY: In compliance with pay transparency laws, pay ranges are provided for positions in locations where required. Please note, the final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. At Stantec certain roles are bonus eligible. Actual compensation for part-time roles will be pro-rated based on the agreed number of working hours per week.
BENEFITS SUMMARY: Regular full-time and part-time employees (working at least 20 hours per week) have access to medical, dental, and vision plans, a wellness program, health saving accounts, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) plan, employee stock purchase program, life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, short-term/long-term disability plans, emergency travel benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional membership fee coverage and paid family leave. Regular full-time and part-time employees will receive ten paid holidays in each calendar year. In addition, employees will be eligible to accrue vacation between 10 and 20 days per year and eligible for paid sick leave (and if more generous, in accordance with state and local law).
Temporary/casual employees have access to 401(k) plans, employee stock purchase program, and paid leave, in accordance with state and local law.
The benefits information listed above may not apply to union positions because benefits for such positions are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements.
PRIMARY LOCATION: United States | IL | Chicago
ORGANIZATION: 2357 Buildings-US North Central MCF-Chicago IL
EMPLOYEE STATUS: Regular
BUSINESS JUSTIFICATION: New Position
TRAVEL: No
SCHEDULE: Full time
JOB POSTING: 27/04/2026 03:04:35
REQ ID: 1005593
Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. At Stantec we are committed to ensuring our recruitment process is accessible to all. If you require reasonable adjustments to be made during the recruitment process then please inform a member of our Talent Acquisition team.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding TN Visa Sponsorship as a Structural Drafter
Align your credentials to USMCA engineer requirements
TN classification for Structural Drafters falls under the Engineer category. Gather your degree transcripts, any professional drafting certifications, and a credential evaluation if your degree is from a non-U.S. institution before approaching employers.
Target firms with active federal or infrastructure contracts
Engineering and architecture firms working on federally funded projects routinely file TN documentation and are familiar with the process. Construction management firms and structural engineering consultancies in this pipeline handle international hires regularly.
Get your offer letter to reflect TN-specific language
CBP or a consular officer will scrutinize your support letter. Confirm it states your job title as Engineer or Drafter, your specific duties, the temporary nature of the position, and your qualifying degree. Vague job descriptions are the leading cause of TN denials.
Clarify software specialization when targeting Canadian roles
Canadian Structural Drafters crossing at a land port of entry can receive TN status same-day. Emphasize proficiency in Revit, AutoCAD Structural Detailing, or Tekla Structures in your support documentation, as officers assess whether the role genuinely requires professional-level expertise.
Search TN-specific roles through Migrate Mate
Filtering for TN visa sponsorship in a general job search wastes time on employers unfamiliar with the category. Use Migrate Mate to find Structural Drafter openings where employers have already indicated TN sponsorship availability for Canadian and Mexican professionals.
Prepare for Mexican nationals' consular appointment timeline
Mexican citizens must apply at a U.S. consulate rather than a port of entry. Schedule your appointment early and confirm your employer has certified the offer letter, since consular wait times in Mexico City and Monterrey can extend several weeks during peak periods.
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Find Structural Drafter JobsStructural Drafter TN Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does the Structural Drafter role actually qualify for TN visa status?
Yes, but the classification matters. Structural Drafters are approved under the Engineer or Technical Drafter category within USMCA's TN occupation list. Your offer letter must describe duties consistent with that professional category, and your degree should be in engineering technology, drafting, or a directly related field. A purely mechanical or unrelated degree weakens the case significantly.
How does TN compare to H-1B for Structural Drafter positions?
TN has no lottery, no annual cap for Canadians, and can be approved at the border the same day you apply. H-1B requires employer sponsorship months in advance, a lottery selection, and USCIS petition processing. For Structural Drafters who are Canadian or Mexican citizens, TN is faster, less expensive, and more predictable than competing in the H-1B lottery each spring.
Where can I find Structural Drafter jobs that offer TN visa sponsorship?
Most general job boards don't filter by visa type, which means you're manually vetting dozens of postings. Migrate Mate is built specifically for this search, letting you find Structural Drafter roles where employers have confirmed TN sponsorship availability for Canadian and Mexican professionals, cutting out the guesswork upfront.
Can a Structural Drafter switch employers while on TN status?
Yes, but you cannot start with the new employer until TN status is issued for that specific job. Canadians can typically go to a port of entry with a new offer letter and receive same-day approval. Mexican nationals must schedule a new consular appointment. Your previous TN is employer-specific, so the transition requires a fresh application tied to the new offer.
What documents does a Structural Drafter need for the TN application?
You'll need a valid Canadian or Mexican passport, a detailed employer support letter describing your role and qualifying it under the Engineer or Drafter USMCA category, and proof of your qualifying degree. If your credentials are from outside North America, include a professional credential evaluation. Bring original documents, not copies, particularly when applying at a Canadian land port of entry.
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