Project Engineer Visa Sponsorship Jobs in Arizona
Project engineer visa sponsorship jobs in Arizona are concentrated in Phoenix and Tucson, driven by major employers like Intel, Raytheon Technologies, and AECOM. Arizona's semiconductor manufacturing expansion, defense contracting sector, and large-scale infrastructure projects create consistent demand for sponsored project engineers across electrical, civil, and systems engineering disciplines.
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INTRODUCTION
As a 100% employee-owned contractor, when you work at Sundt, you’re not just hiring on at a company, you’re joining a culture. Because everyone at Sundt is part owner, you’ll join a team of people who are deeply invested in their work. From apprentices to managers, we’re passionate about the details and deliberate in everything we do.
At Sundt we focus on building long-term prosperity for our clients, communities, and employee-owners. We offer competitive pay, industry-leading benefits including a 401k and employee stock ownership plan, incentive programs for craft and administrative employees as well as training that focuses on your personal and professional growth. We’re driven by skill, grit, and purpose. Join us as we strive to be the most skilled builder in America.
JOB SUMMARY
Project Engineer is the technical source of information for the project and should have a thorough knowledge of the construction documents, subcontracts, and purchase orders. Responds to questions about drawings, specifications, shop drawings, and change orders. Maintains an effective and professional working relationship with owners, architects, engineers, subcontractors, and suppliers. May assist with the supervision and/or training of Field Engineers. This position includes three 'steps' (I, II, and Senior), which provide for a progression of skill and experience. Step I is the entry level for individuals with a minimum of experience in this position.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
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Demonstrates an understanding of the components of the project management plan (PMP) including the project scope management plan, procurement plan, environmental plan, time management plan, financial plan, quality management and safety plans and risk management plan to ensure successful project execution. Demonstrates a thorough understanding of the change management process.
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Develop a procurement schedule and integrate it with the project CPM schedule. Procures necessary material and equipment. Coordinates submittals with other trades. Reviews all submittals for compliance with the contract documents.
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Develops an understanding of the prime contract, subcontracts, purchase order agreements, and allowance items as well as contract drawings and specifications. Administers elements of the processes involved in budgeting and controlling costs so that the project can be completed within the approved budget. Demonstrates business acumen within area of responsibility.
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Maintains "As-built" contract documents. Compiles close-out requirements, including operation and maintenance manuals, warranties, and other job-specific items required by the specifications.
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May participate in concrete form design and related equipment selection and will participate in takeoffs for concrete, asphalt concrete, earthwork, and utilities as required.
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Plans, acquires, develops and supervises members of the project team to ensure relentless execution of the project.
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Prepares and maintains quantity reporting mechanisms and coordinates agendas and prepares minutes for all meetings as well as maintaining various project logs.
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Prepares and reviews change orders, including time extensions, with the appropriate personnel before submittal to the owner. Maintains the change order log and, upon receipt of executed change orders, distributes documents as required to company and subcontractor field personnel. Prepares cost control budget adjustments and executes in a timely manner.
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Prevents claims, identify potential claims, quantify, mitigate/resolve the effects of those that do occur on a timely basis.
MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS:
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An advanced knowledge of construction engineering technology, codes, standards, etc., plus in-depth understanding of the interdependence and relationship between other functional units, is required.
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Four-year construction-related degree or equivalent technical training and related experience, plus a minimum of three to four years of similar construction engineering experience.
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Must possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills, plus demonstrated ability to manage a team of varied disciplines. Should have the skill/ability to supervise and/or train Field Engineer positions if so required.
Physical Requirements:
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Ability to wear personal protective equipment is required (including but not limited to; steel toed shoes, gloves, safety glasses, hearing protection, hardhat, vest, etc.)
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May reach above shoulder heights and below the waist on a frequent basis.
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May stoop, kneel, or bend, on an occasional basis.
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May use telephone, computer system, email, or other electronic devices on a limited basis to communicate with internal and external customers or vendors.
-
Must be able to comply with all safety standards and procedures.
-
Occasionally will climb stairs, ladders, etc.
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Required to use hands to grasp, lift, handle, carry or feel objects on a frequent basis.
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Will interact with people frequently during a shift/workday.
-
Will lift, push or pull objects on an occasional basis.
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Will sit, stand or walk short distances for up to the entire duration of a shift/workday.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER STATEMENT:
Sundt is committed to the equal treatment of all employees, and/or applicants for employment, and prohibits discrimination based on race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, color, age, disability, national origin, covered veteran status, genetic information; or any other classification protected by applicable Federal, state, or local laws.
BENEFIT LIST:
- Market Competitive Salary (paid weekly)
- Bonus Eligibility based on company, group, and individual performance
- Employee Stock Ownership Plan & 401K
- Industry Leading Health Coverage Starting Your First Day
- Flexible Time Off (FTO)
- Medical, Health Savings, and Wellness credits
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Employee Assistance Program
- Workplace Wellness Programs
- Mental Health Program
- Life and Disability Insurance
- Employee-Owner Perks
- Educational Assistance
- Sundt Foundation - Charitable Employee-Owner's program

INTRODUCTION
As a 100% employee-owned contractor, when you work at Sundt, you’re not just hiring on at a company, you’re joining a culture. Because everyone at Sundt is part owner, you’ll join a team of people who are deeply invested in their work. From apprentices to managers, we’re passionate about the details and deliberate in everything we do.
At Sundt we focus on building long-term prosperity for our clients, communities, and employee-owners. We offer competitive pay, industry-leading benefits including a 401k and employee stock ownership plan, incentive programs for craft and administrative employees as well as training that focuses on your personal and professional growth. We’re driven by skill, grit, and purpose. Join us as we strive to be the most skilled builder in America.
JOB SUMMARY
Project Engineer is the technical source of information for the project and should have a thorough knowledge of the construction documents, subcontracts, and purchase orders. Responds to questions about drawings, specifications, shop drawings, and change orders. Maintains an effective and professional working relationship with owners, architects, engineers, subcontractors, and suppliers. May assist with the supervision and/or training of Field Engineers. This position includes three 'steps' (I, II, and Senior), which provide for a progression of skill and experience. Step I is the entry level for individuals with a minimum of experience in this position.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
-
Demonstrates an understanding of the components of the project management plan (PMP) including the project scope management plan, procurement plan, environmental plan, time management plan, financial plan, quality management and safety plans and risk management plan to ensure successful project execution. Demonstrates a thorough understanding of the change management process.
-
Develop a procurement schedule and integrate it with the project CPM schedule. Procures necessary material and equipment. Coordinates submittals with other trades. Reviews all submittals for compliance with the contract documents.
-
Develops an understanding of the prime contract, subcontracts, purchase order agreements, and allowance items as well as contract drawings and specifications. Administers elements of the processes involved in budgeting and controlling costs so that the project can be completed within the approved budget. Demonstrates business acumen within area of responsibility.
-
Maintains "As-built" contract documents. Compiles close-out requirements, including operation and maintenance manuals, warranties, and other job-specific items required by the specifications.
-
May participate in concrete form design and related equipment selection and will participate in takeoffs for concrete, asphalt concrete, earthwork, and utilities as required.
-
Plans, acquires, develops and supervises members of the project team to ensure relentless execution of the project.
-
Prepares and maintains quantity reporting mechanisms and coordinates agendas and prepares minutes for all meetings as well as maintaining various project logs.
-
Prepares and reviews change orders, including time extensions, with the appropriate personnel before submittal to the owner. Maintains the change order log and, upon receipt of executed change orders, distributes documents as required to company and subcontractor field personnel. Prepares cost control budget adjustments and executes in a timely manner.
-
Prevents claims, identify potential claims, quantify, mitigate/resolve the effects of those that do occur on a timely basis.
MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS:
-
An advanced knowledge of construction engineering technology, codes, standards, etc., plus in-depth understanding of the interdependence and relationship between other functional units, is required.
-
Four-year construction-related degree or equivalent technical training and related experience, plus a minimum of three to four years of similar construction engineering experience.
-
Must possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills, plus demonstrated ability to manage a team of varied disciplines. Should have the skill/ability to supervise and/or train Field Engineer positions if so required.
Physical Requirements:
-
Ability to wear personal protective equipment is required (including but not limited to; steel toed shoes, gloves, safety glasses, hearing protection, hardhat, vest, etc.)
-
May reach above shoulder heights and below the waist on a frequent basis.
-
May stoop, kneel, or bend, on an occasional basis.
-
May use telephone, computer system, email, or other electronic devices on a limited basis to communicate with internal and external customers or vendors.
-
Must be able to comply with all safety standards and procedures.
-
Occasionally will climb stairs, ladders, etc.
-
Required to use hands to grasp, lift, handle, carry or feel objects on a frequent basis.
-
Will interact with people frequently during a shift/workday.
-
Will lift, push or pull objects on an occasional basis.
-
Will sit, stand or walk short distances for up to the entire duration of a shift/workday.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER STATEMENT:
Sundt is committed to the equal treatment of all employees, and/or applicants for employment, and prohibits discrimination based on race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, color, age, disability, national origin, covered veteran status, genetic information; or any other classification protected by applicable Federal, state, or local laws.
BENEFIT LIST:
- Market Competitive Salary (paid weekly)
- Bonus Eligibility based on company, group, and individual performance
- Employee Stock Ownership Plan & 401K
- Industry Leading Health Coverage Starting Your First Day
- Flexible Time Off (FTO)
- Medical, Health Savings, and Wellness credits
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Employee Assistance Program
- Workplace Wellness Programs
- Mental Health Program
- Life and Disability Insurance
- Employee-Owner Perks
- Educational Assistance
- Sundt Foundation - Charitable Employee-Owner's program
Project Engineer Job Roles in Arizona
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Search Project Engineer Jobs in ArizonaProject Engineer Jobs in Arizona: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies sponsor visas for project engineers in Arizona?
Intel's Chandler campus, Raytheon Technologies in Tucson, and AECOM's Phoenix operations are among the most active sponsors for project engineers in Arizona. TSMC, which is building a major semiconductor fabrication facility in Phoenix, has also emerged as a significant employer. Construction and infrastructure firms like Jacobs Engineering and Burns & McDonnell regularly file Labor Condition Applications for project engineer roles in the state.
Which visa types are most common for project engineers in Arizona?
The H-1B is the most common visa for project engineers in Arizona, particularly for roles requiring a bachelor's degree in engineering. The O-1A is an option for engineers with documented exceptional achievements. Canadian and Mexican nationals working in engineering disciplines may qualify for TN status, which has a more streamlined process. Some employers also sponsor EB-2 or EB-3 immigrant visa petitions for longer-term hires.
Which cities in Arizona have the most project engineer sponsorship jobs?
Phoenix and its East Valley suburbs, including Chandler, Tempe, and Mesa, account for the largest share of project engineer sponsorship opportunities in Arizona. Chandler in particular is a semiconductor hub anchored by Intel and TSMC. Tucson is a secondary market driven by defense and aerospace employers like Raytheon. Flagstaff and other smaller cities have limited sponsorship activity in this role.
How to find project engineer visa sponsorship jobs in Arizona?
Migrate Mate filters job listings specifically by visa sponsorship availability, making it straightforward to browse project engineer roles in Arizona without sorting through positions that won't support international candidates. You can filter by state and role type to surface active openings from employers like Intel, AECOM, and Raytheon. Migrate Mate also provides context on which employers have a documented history of H-1B sponsorship for engineering roles.
Are there state-specific factors that affect visa sponsorship for project engineers in Arizona?
Arizona's ongoing semiconductor and infrastructure buildout, accelerated by CHIPS Act investment, has increased demand for project engineers and made more employers willing to sponsor visas. The University of Arizona and Arizona State University produce engineering graduates who sometimes transition into sponsored roles after OPT. Prevailing wage requirements apply based on the specific county and role level, which employers must certify through the Department of Labor's LCA process before filing an H-1B petition.
What is the prevailing wage for sponsored project engineer jobs in Arizona?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.
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