TN Visa Structural Project Engineer Jobs
Structural Project Engineers qualify for TN visa sponsorship under the USMCA treaty as engineers, one of the explicitly listed professional categories. Canadian citizens can apply at the port of entry with no cap or lottery. Mexican citizens require a consular appointment. A valid job offer from a U.S. employer is required before filing.
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Trade snowy winters for southern barbeque and sunshine! At Ozer Engineering, we take on the vital structural work that transforms aging homes and buildings. For 15 years, we’ve partnered with homeowners, realtors, and building owners to keep families safely rooted in their homes through historic rehabilitation, adaptive reuse, and community-focused engineering. We are actively expanding and seeking a skilled foreign structural engineer ready to make a real community impact while helping us design the future of local co-op housing.
TN Visa & Relocation Support
Hassle-Free Processing: We provide a comprehensive TN Visa Support Letter so Canadian or Mexican citizens can secure visa approval directly at the border or consulate with zero H-1B lottery delays.
Licensure Pathway: You will work alongside our on-staff licensed Professional Engineer (PE) who seals plans, allowing you to hit the ground running while we support your NCEES credential evaluation and U.S. PE licensing process.
Memphis Market: A salary of $90,000–$100,000 USD in Memphis offers an incredible quality of life and home-buying power compared to major Canadian, other American, or Mexican metro markets. We do not have state income tax in Tennessee.
What You’ll Do
Turn site conditions into complete structural solutions across wood, masonry, steel, and concrete.
Develop structural drawings in Revit/CAD and produce calculations, details, and specifications.
Lead projects from initial client consult through completion, collaborating with property owners, architects, and contractors.
Perform hands-on field assessments, including inspecting historic foundations and navigating tight crawlspaces (down to 18 inches).
Mentor junior team members and help shape our firm’s long-term community housing initiatives.
What You’ll Bring
Education: A Bachelor’s degree (B.Sc., B.Eng., or Licenciatura) in Civil or Structural Engineering from an accredited institution (mandatory for TN status).
Experience: 3–8 years of structural engineering design experience (residential or small-to-midsize commercial preferred). P.Eng (Canada) or Cédula Profesional (Mexico) is needed.
Technical Skills: Proficiency in structural modeling, manual calculations, and CAD/Revit drafting.
Mindset: Strong client communication skills, field adaptability, creativity, and a commitment to affordable housing equity.
What We Offer
Salary: $90,000–$100,000 USD base + performance bonus eligibility at 90 days and annual profit-sharing.
Work-Life Balance: 40-hour work week with an option for a 4-day workweek (four 10-hour days) after your 90-day onboarding period.
Benefits: 3 weeks PTO, 8 paid federal holidays, 100% 401(k) match up to 3% (plus 50% match on the next 2%).
Perks: Company-paid travel expenses/mileage, company parking, and inspection tech (drones and robots).
Location: Downtown Memphis office within walking distance of the Mississippi River and Beale Street - hit the Riverwalk at lunch or a Grizzlies game after work!
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding TN Visa Sponsorship as a Structural Project Engineer
Align your credentials to U.S. standards
TN visa eligibility for engineers requires a baccalaureate or licenciatura degree in engineering. Have your transcripts evaluated by a NACES-recognized credential evaluator before applying, especially if your degree title doesn't translate directly to 'engineering.'
Target firms with active federal or infrastructure projects
Structural engineering firms working on federally funded infrastructure, bridge, or high-rise projects typically have experience with work visa sponsorship. Their HR teams are already familiar with visa sponsorship processes, reducing back-and-forth during hiring and making the support letter preparation smoother.
Search TN-sponsoring employers through Migrate Mate
Use Migrate Mate to filter Structural Project Engineer roles by employers with documented TN visa sponsorship history. This cuts the time you'd otherwise spend cold-applying to firms unfamiliar with the process.
Draft a precise employer support letter
The TN offer letter must specify your job title, duties, start date, and that the role requires an engineering degree. Vague letters are the most common reason CBP officers ask follow-up questions at Canadian ports of entry.
Clarify your PE license status before the interview
Some U.S. employers require a Professional Engineer license as a condition of employment, not just TN eligibility. Confirm whether your Canadian P.Eng. or Mexican equivalent satisfies state-level PE licensure requirements for the specific role before accepting an offer.
Understand the difference between TN and project-based work
If your Structural Project Engineer role involves work at multiple client sites, your offer letter should reflect the employer's control over your duties. CBP scrutinizes arrangements that resemble independent contracting, which is not permitted under TN status.
Structural Project Engineer TN Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Structural Project Engineer qualify for TN visa status?
Yes. Engineers are explicitly listed as a qualifying TN occupation under the USMCA treaty. Your degree must be in engineering or a directly related field, and your U.S. job duties must constitute engineering work. A civil or structural engineering degree from a Canadian or Mexican university generally satisfies this requirement after credential evaluation.
How does TN compare to H-1B for Structural Project Engineers?
TN has no annual lottery, no cap for Canadians, and can be approved at the port of entry in a single day. H-1B visa requires employer sponsorship months in advance, entry into a randomized lottery, and USCIS adjudication that can take several months. For structural engineers with a qualifying degree and a concrete job offer, TN is faster and more predictable at every stage.
Where can I find Structural Project Engineer jobs that offer TN sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for this search. You can filter roles by visa type, including TN, and see employers with documented sponsorship history for engineering positions. This avoids the common problem of spending weeks in a hiring process only to learn the employer won't support TN filing.
Can Mexican citizens apply for TN status as Structural Project Engineers?
Yes, but the process differs from Canada. Mexican nationals must apply at a U.S. consulate in Mexico and attend an in-person interview rather than applying at the border. Appointment wait times at consulates in Mexico City, Guadalajara, and Monterrey vary. USCIS does not adjudicate TN applications for Mexican nationals at ports of entry the way it does for Canadians.
What documents does my employer need to prepare for my TN application?
Your employer must provide a support letter on company letterhead that states your job title, a description of engineering duties, the anticipated length of employment, your qualifications, and confirmation that the position requires an engineering degree. For Canadian applicants, you present this letter at the U.S. border or port of entry—no additional government filings are required. Mexican applicants submit the support letter as part of their application package at a U.S. consulate.