TN Visa Structural Drafter Jobs
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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Join Rimkus and unlock your potential with endless opportunities for growth, learning, and making a difference!
Rimkus is a worldwide leader in Engineering and Technical Consulting. Rimkus experts specialize in building envelope, engineering, forensic consulting, dispute resolution, construction management services, and solutions built for the environment.
NOW IS THE TIME to join this growing and stable company! We offer our full-time employees a competitive salary, bonus opportunities and a full benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, life, disability, employer-matching 401(k), and opportunities for advancement!
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Provide forensic consulting services requiring Civil Engineering expertise for insurance, legal, industrial, and other clients. Assesses and determines the cause and origin of structural failures and/or damage, building envelope failures and/or damage, and construction defects, as well as determines the extent and repairability of such failures and/or damage. Provides oral and written reports of findings and, when needed, expert testimony. Manages multiple projects.
Essential Job Functions:
- Performs the investigation and analysis of residential, commercial, and industrial properties for the purpose of resolving legal matters and claims.
- Performs forensic assignments within the field of civil engineering and/or construction expertise based upon a scope of work and budget prepared by the consultant and agreed upon by the client in advance of performing the work.
- Field Investigations: Study and determine the cause and origin of construction defects or structural failures and/or damage, building envelope failures and/or damage, as well as determine the extent and repairability of such failures and/or damage. This includes gathering photographic evidence, conducting investigations to document on-site conditions, in-person and/or telephone interviews, overseeing field testing, review of construction and/or design drawings, contracts, or specifications, and/or reviewing historical documentation.
- Preparation of oral and written reports to document the causes of failure and/or damage, extent of loss, associated repair scope, and/or recommended remediation are essential as is providing opinions and expert testimony in litigation matters.
- Manages multiple projects, coordinating with other experts and supports as needed to produce client reports in a timely manner.
- Ensures that procedure is being followed and performs safety due diligence of the project during the time it is being completed.
- Ability to initiate, develop and maintain mutually beneficial client relationships.
At Rimkus, we value a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees feel valued and respected. We are committed to creating a work environment that supports and celebrates the unique perspectives and experiences of all employees. If you share our commitment to diversity and inclusivity and are excited about joining a welcoming and supportive team, we encourage you to apply for our open positions.
Rimkus is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer and will make all employment-related decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
THIS JOB DESCRIPTION IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE AND DOES NOT CONSTITUTE A CONTRACT FOR EMPLOYMENT OR A GUARANTEE OF CONTINUED EMPLOYMENT.
Rimkus works with a limited number of approved recruiting partners. All agency submissions must be made through our designated submission process. Unsolicited resumes will not be recognized.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Required Experience, Education and Certifications:
- B.S. Civil Engineering degree or higher.
- P.E. required in the state of employment or the ability to obtain it quickly.
- 2-10+ years of experience.
- Project Management and/or Field Investigation preferred.
Required Skills and Abilities
- Must have strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Must have strong organizational and time management skills.
- Must have high level of analytical skills. Work requires continual attention to detail with the ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
- Must be able to interact and communicate with clients at all levels (e.g. internal and external).
- Must have knowledge of a variety of computer software applications including but not limited to, Microsoft Office Applications and computer-assisted engineering and design software.
- Ability to read, analyze and interpret common scientific and technical reports or journals, financial reports and legal documents.
- Ability to write scopes-of-work, budget estimates, schedules, reports of findings, proposals, general correspondence, and other technical documents.
- Ability to respond to inquiries from the internal team and external clients. Capable of effectively presenting information to top management, clients, public groups and/or boards of directors.
Physical Demands, Overtime, and Travel Requirements
Physical Demands - Work is performed both in an office setting and at outside locations (i.e. Client’s office, industrial, construction, and/or residential sites). Employee is frequently required to stand, walk on slope roofs, sit, climb ladders, bend, climb inside attics and crawl under homes and tunnels, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, talk, hear, use handheld equipment and/or tools, and drive a motor vehicle to job sites. Employee may lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Employee must be sharp, focused, and alert when conducting site inspections, speaking and interacting with clients, preparing written reports of findings, and testifying in deposition or trial. Clear vision and depth perception are also necessary.
Overtime - This position is classified as salaried with an exempt FLSA status. There will be periods where overtime will be required, which the employee will need to comply with in order to meet the demands of the position.
Travel Requirements - This position requires up to 50% local/regional travel. Less than 5% out-of-area and overnight travel may be required.
BENEFITS
- Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
- Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
- Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
- Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
- Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)
- Short Term & Long Term Disability
- Training & Development
- Work From Home
INTRODUCTION
Join Rimkus and unlock your potential with endless opportunities for growth, learning, and making a difference!
Rimkus is a worldwide leader in Engineering and Technical Consulting. Rimkus experts specialize in building envelope, engineering, forensic consulting, dispute resolution, construction management services, and solutions built for the environment.
NOW IS THE TIME to join this growing and stable company! We offer our full-time employees a competitive salary, bonus opportunities and a full benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, life, disability, employer-matching 401(k), and opportunities for advancement!
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Provide forensic consulting services requiring Civil Engineering expertise for insurance, legal, industrial, and other clients. Assesses and determines the cause and origin of structural failures and/or damage, building envelope failures and/or damage, and construction defects, as well as determines the extent and repairability of such failures and/or damage. Provides oral and written reports of findings and, when needed, expert testimony. Manages multiple projects.
Essential Job Functions:
- Performs the investigation and analysis of residential, commercial, and industrial properties for the purpose of resolving legal matters and claims.
- Performs forensic assignments within the field of civil engineering and/or construction expertise based upon a scope of work and budget prepared by the consultant and agreed upon by the client in advance of performing the work.
- Field Investigations: Study and determine the cause and origin of construction defects or structural failures and/or damage, building envelope failures and/or damage, as well as determine the extent and repairability of such failures and/or damage. This includes gathering photographic evidence, conducting investigations to document on-site conditions, in-person and/or telephone interviews, overseeing field testing, review of construction and/or design drawings, contracts, or specifications, and/or reviewing historical documentation.
- Preparation of oral and written reports to document the causes of failure and/or damage, extent of loss, associated repair scope, and/or recommended remediation are essential as is providing opinions and expert testimony in litigation matters.
- Manages multiple projects, coordinating with other experts and supports as needed to produce client reports in a timely manner.
- Ensures that procedure is being followed and performs safety due diligence of the project during the time it is being completed.
- Ability to initiate, develop and maintain mutually beneficial client relationships.
At Rimkus, we value a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees feel valued and respected. We are committed to creating a work environment that supports and celebrates the unique perspectives and experiences of all employees. If you share our commitment to diversity and inclusivity and are excited about joining a welcoming and supportive team, we encourage you to apply for our open positions.
Rimkus is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer and will make all employment-related decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
THIS JOB DESCRIPTION IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE AND DOES NOT CONSTITUTE A CONTRACT FOR EMPLOYMENT OR A GUARANTEE OF CONTINUED EMPLOYMENT.
Rimkus works with a limited number of approved recruiting partners. All agency submissions must be made through our designated submission process. Unsolicited resumes will not be recognized.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Required Experience, Education and Certifications:
- B.S. Civil Engineering degree or higher.
- P.E. required in the state of employment or the ability to obtain it quickly.
- 2-10+ years of experience.
- Project Management and/or Field Investigation preferred.
Required Skills and Abilities
- Must have strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Must have strong organizational and time management skills.
- Must have high level of analytical skills. Work requires continual attention to detail with the ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
- Must be able to interact and communicate with clients at all levels (e.g. internal and external).
- Must have knowledge of a variety of computer software applications including but not limited to, Microsoft Office Applications and computer-assisted engineering and design software.
- Ability to read, analyze and interpret common scientific and technical reports or journals, financial reports and legal documents.
- Ability to write scopes-of-work, budget estimates, schedules, reports of findings, proposals, general correspondence, and other technical documents.
- Ability to respond to inquiries from the internal team and external clients. Capable of effectively presenting information to top management, clients, public groups and/or boards of directors.
Physical Demands, Overtime, and Travel Requirements
Physical Demands - Work is performed both in an office setting and at outside locations (i.e. Client’s office, industrial, construction, and/or residential sites). Employee is frequently required to stand, walk on slope roofs, sit, climb ladders, bend, climb inside attics and crawl under homes and tunnels, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, talk, hear, use handheld equipment and/or tools, and drive a motor vehicle to job sites. Employee may lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Employee must be sharp, focused, and alert when conducting site inspections, speaking and interacting with clients, preparing written reports of findings, and testifying in deposition or trial. Clear vision and depth perception are also necessary.
Overtime - This position is classified as salaried with an exempt FLSA status. There will be periods where overtime will be required, which the employee will need to comply with in order to meet the demands of the position.
Travel Requirements - This position requires up to 50% local/regional travel. Less than 5% out-of-area and overnight travel may be required.
BENEFITS
- Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
- Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
- Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
- Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
- Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)
- Short Term & Long Term Disability
- Training & Development
- Work From Home
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding TN Visa Sponsorship in Structural Drafter
Align your credentials to USMCA engineer requirements
TN visa 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.
Structural 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 visa 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.