TN Visa Transportation Engineer Jobs
Transportation Engineer roles qualify for TN visa sponsorship under the USMCA treaty's engineering category, making them accessible to Canadian and Mexican professionals without a lottery or multi-year wait. Your degree must be in civil, transportation, or a closely related engineering field, and your job offer must reflect engineering-level duties rather than technician work.
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KPFF, a multi-office, multi-discipline engineering firm, is committed to Excellence, Trust, Relationships, Stability, and Passion. For over 65 years KPFF has been providing creative solutions and excellent client service for a diverse range of projects and industries. Our 1,500+ professionals in 36 offices nationwide thrive in a decentralized structure, offering abundant flexibility and numerous opportunities for professional growth. At KPFF, join a legacy of excellence where every team member has the opportunity to contribute to innovative solutions and meaningful projects.
Job Description
KPFF Coeur d’Alene’s Transportation Team focuses on designing infrastructure that moves people and connects communities across the region. We work on a wide range of transportation projects, including local and State roadways, intersections, and interchanges, bicycle and pedestrian facilities, and other major infrastructure efforts throughout Idaho and the Inland and Pacific Northwest. Our team supports projects from early planning and feasibility through design, permitting, and construction. We collaborate closely with public agencies (local, state and federal), transit and port authorities, contractors, and fellow engineers to deliver thoughtful, sustainable solutions that improve mobility, restore natural systems, and strengthen the built environment.
Established in 2024 by engineers who call Northern Idaho home, KPFF’s Coeur d’Alene office is our newest (and one of our most exciting) additions! As we continue to expand our presence across the state, we’re seeking a Senior Transportation Engineer/Project Manager to contribute to the development of infrastructure projects and support the growth of our local practice. This role offers the opportunity to join a growing team early and play an integral part in shaping our work in the region.
- Design a diverse array of transportation projects in a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment
- Work on challenging and meaningful projects from concept through construction
- Engage with clients and agency partners
- Develop project management, leadership and entrepreneurial skills
- Help grow our Idaho practice and shape the future of KPFF Coeur d’Alene
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- 7 years' experience with civil engineering projects (transportation preferred)
- Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering (BSCE)
- Engineer-in-Training (EIT) Certification or Professional Engineering (PE) Registration in ID
- Experience working with or for the Idaho Transportation Department (ITD)
- Experience working with or for Local Agencies or Highway Districts
- Working proficiency in AutoCAD and Civil3D, Bonus Points for MicroStation and OpenRoads (InRoads, GEOPAK)
- Excellent written and verbal communication
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team environment
- Passionate about providing exceptional client service
Physical Demands:
Duties are primarily conducted in a standard office setting, requiring prolonged periods of sitting at a desk or computer. Occasionally, may be required to lift objects weighing up to 15 lbs. Occasional visits to project and construction sites may involve walking, standing, kneeling, or navigating uneven terrain. Travel to project sites or client meetings, which may involve driving or flying.
Compensation:
The base salary for this role is competitive and will be determined based on the candidate's experience, education, and skills. The expected range for a qualified candidate is $105,000 - $115,000 annually.
Additionally, we offer performance-based bonuses to recognize and reward outstanding contributions in each Reporting Center. During the interview process, we'll provide detailed information and address any questions you may have about the overall compensation package and benefits.
Benefits provided by KPFF include:
- An excellent 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer contributions
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance with a no-premium option
- Vision insurance with a no-premium option
- Health Savings Account (HSA) option with employer contribution
- Medical Flexible Spending Account (FSA) option
- Dependent Care FSA option
- Employee Assistance Program
- Group life insurance
- Short-term disability insurance
- Long-term disability insurance
- Seven paid holidays and two floating holidays
- 10 vacation days annually, which increases with years of service
- 10 days of personal and sick time to care for yourself and family members
- Up to one week (five business days) of paid jury duty per year
- Six weeks of supplemental paid family leave
- Travel accident insurance
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
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KPFF Consulting Engineers participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.
KPFF Consulting Engineers is an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, ethnicity, national origin, religion, marital status, sex/gender (including sexual orientation or gender identity), pregnancy, veteran status, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, or any other protected basis.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding TN Visa Sponsorship as a Transportation Engineer
Verify your degree meets TN engineering criteria
TN visa classification requires a degree in engineering, not just a related technical field. A civil engineering degree supports a Transportation Engineer role directly; a construction management degree may not. Confirm your credential aligns with the specific SOC code your employer uses.
Target public agencies and infrastructure-focused firms
State DOTs, metropolitan planning organizations, and engineering consulting firms like AECOM or WSP file TN sponsorship regularly for this role. These employers already understand the process, which shortens the negotiation stage compared to employers new to TN.
Request a duty-based offer letter, not a title-based one
CBP officers approve TN petitions based on job duties, not job titles. Ask your employer to describe engineering-level responsibilities explicitly: traffic modeling, highway design, or environmental impact analysis. Generic titles like 'engineer' without duty detail create unnecessary scrutiny at the border.
Use Migrate Mate to find employers with recent visa filings
Searching for Transportation Engineer roles at employers with recent visa filings helps you find companies experienced with sponsorship processes. Migrate Mate surfaces jobs where employers have demonstrated a track record supporting work visas, so you're applying to organizations already equipped to navigate visa sponsorship requirements. For TN applicants, this means employers familiar with the documentation and support letter preparation needed to move candidates through the hiring process smoothly.
Understand how Mexican professionals navigate the annual cap
Mexican citizens are subject to a 5,500-per-year TN allocation under USMCA. Filing earlier in the fiscal year reduces the risk of cap exhaustion. If your employer misses the window, you may need to bridge on a different status or wait for the next fiscal year.
Prepare a professional license equivalency letter if unlicensed
Some U.S. states require a Professional Engineer license for certain transportation roles. If you hold a provincial or Mexican engineering credential but not a U.S. PE, get a written equivalency assessment from your licensing board before your offer is finalized to avoid delays at filing.
Transportation Engineer TN Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Transportation Engineer role qualify for TN visa sponsorship?
Yes, Transportation Engineer is covered under the USMCA engineering category, which includes civil and related engineering disciplines. Your job offer must describe duties consistent with professional engineering work, such as traffic analysis, infrastructure design, or systems planning. Roles that are primarily technician or inspection work may not qualify under the same category.
How does TN visa sponsorship compare to H-1B for Transportation Engineers?
TN has no annual lottery, no cap for Canadians, and Canadian applicants can get approved at the border the same day. H-1B visa requires entering a random lottery with roughly a 25% selection rate and a year-long wait before work authorization. For Transportation Engineers with a qualifying degree, TN is a faster, more predictable path if your employer supports it.
What documents does my employer need to provide for TN sponsorship?
Your employer must provide a signed support letter on company letterhead confirming your job title, a summary of engineering duties, your start date, and that the position is a professional-level role. For Mexican nationals, the employer also files a petition with USCIS using Form I-129. Canadians present the support letter directly at the port of entry.
Where can I find Transportation Engineer jobs that already offer TN visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for Canadian and Mexican professionals searching for roles that include TN visa sponsorship. Filtering by TN on Migrate Mate shows you Transportation Engineer positions where employers have confirmed they'll support the filing, so you're not starting the sponsorship conversation from scratch during negotiations.
Can I switch Transportation Engineer employers while on TN status?
Yes, but you cannot start working for the new employer before your new TN approval is in place. Canadians can apply at the border with the new employer's support letter. Mexican nationals must file a new I-129 petition with USCIS and wait for approval before the job change takes effect. Plan your transition timeline with your new employer before giving notice.