H-1B1 Chile Sponsorship Jobs in Colorado
Colorado's tech corridor along the Front Range, anchored by Denver, Boulder, and Colorado Springs, draws Chilean professionals on H-1B1 Chile visas into software engineering, aerospace, biotech, and financial services roles. Employers in these sectors file LCAs regularly, making Colorado one of the more active inland markets for H-1B1 Chile sponsorship.
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Work with Us. Change the World.
At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world’s most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.
There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.
We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.
Job Description
AECOM is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Tailings and Mine Waste Leader to support the LATAM region based in Denver, CO.
This role combines technical leadership with business development responsibilities, making it a position that is pivotal in driving growth, ensuring technical excellence, and positioning AECOM as a leader in tailings and mine waste management across Peru and LATAM. The successful candidate will collaborate closely with clients, mentor staff, and drive strategic initiatives to expand our market presence in the tailings sector.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Technical Leadership
- Develop and implement a strategic vision for the tailings dam practice in Peru and LATAM, aligned with AECOM’s global goals and regional priorities.
- Perform the Lead Verifier quality review role on AECOM deliverables related to design, analysis, and construction oversight of tailings dams, embankments, and associated infrastructure.
- Lead the design, analysis, and construction oversight of tailings dams, embankments, and associated infrastructure.
- Prepare and review technical reports, drawings, and specifications to ensure high-quality deliverables.
- Ensure all projects meet or exceed regulatory requirements, industry best practices, and sustainability goals.
- Provide expert reviews of designs, reports, and specifications to ensure quality and consistency across projects.
- Work cross-regionally to develop and strengthen a mine tailings global practice.
Business Development (Seller Responsibilities)
- Identify and pursue new business opportunities in the tailings management sector across Peru and LATAM.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, acting as a trusted advisor for their tailings management needs.
- Lead proposal development, including scoping, budgeting, and preparing technical content.
- Collaborate with the marketing and business development teams to grow AECOM’s market share in the tailings sector.
- Represent AECOM at industry conferences, workshops, and client meetings to enhance visibility and thought leadership.
- Coordinate with North America tailings practice to develop staff and collaborate on projects for multinational clients.
Team Development and Mentorship
- Mentor and train junior and intermediate engineers, fostering a culture of technical excellence and collaboration.
- Provide technical reviews and guidance to ensure the quality and consistency of project deliverables.
Regulatory and Industry Advocacy
- Stay updated on evolving regulatory frameworks and industry guidelines, ensuring AECOM remains at the forefront of compliance.
- Advocate for best practices in tailings management within industry associations and regulatory bodies, contributing to the advancement of the field.
Key Competencies:
- Leadership: Ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and serve as a mentor to junior staff.
- Business Acumen: Proven ability to identify and secure new business opportunities.
- Technical Expertise: Deep knowledge of geotechnical principles, tailings dam design, and risk management.
- Client Focus: Strong relationship-building skills and a client-first mindset.
- Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills for technical reporting and client interactions.
Qualifications
Minimum Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Geotechnical Engineering, Civil Engineering, or a related field.
- 10+ years of experience in geotechnical engineering, with a strong focus on tailings dam design and management or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.
- Demonstrated success in business development, including client relationship management and proposal preparation.
Preferred Qualifications
- 15+ years of experience in tailings-related geotechnical engineering.
- Master’s or Ph.D. in Geotechnical Engineering or a related discipline.
- Experience with mine waste management, closure design, and water management for tailings facilities.
- Strong understanding of Canadian regulatory frameworks and industry guidelines (e.g., GISTM, CDA, ICMM, MAC).
- Experience serving as an Engineer of Record (EOR) for tailings dam projects globally.
- Familiarity with advanced numerical modeling techniques and software.
- Strong project management skills, including budgeting, scheduling, and risk management.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a proven ability to lead and inspire teams.
- Ability to communicate proficiently in both English and Spanish is an advantage.
Additional Information
At AECOM, we are committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process and take any fraudulent hiring activity seriously. To support this commitment, all newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.
About AECOM
AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.
AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients’ complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. Learn more at aecom.com.
What makes AECOM a great place to work
You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you’ll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community—where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
Company Description
Work with Us. Change the World.
At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world’s most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.
There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.
We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.
Job Description
AECOM is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Tailings and Mine Waste Leader to support the LATAM region based in Denver, CO.
This role combines technical leadership with business development responsibilities, making it a position that is pivotal in driving growth, ensuring technical excellence, and positioning AECOM as a leader in tailings and mine waste management across Peru and LATAM. The successful candidate will collaborate closely with clients, mentor staff, and drive strategic initiatives to expand our market presence in the tailings sector.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Technical Leadership
- Develop and implement a strategic vision for the tailings dam practice in Peru and LATAM, aligned with AECOM’s global goals and regional priorities.
- Perform the Lead Verifier quality review role on AECOM deliverables related to design, analysis, and construction oversight of tailings dams, embankments, and associated infrastructure.
- Lead the design, analysis, and construction oversight of tailings dams, embankments, and associated infrastructure.
- Prepare and review technical reports, drawings, and specifications to ensure high-quality deliverables.
- Ensure all projects meet or exceed regulatory requirements, industry best practices, and sustainability goals.
- Provide expert reviews of designs, reports, and specifications to ensure quality and consistency across projects.
- Work cross-regionally to develop and strengthen a mine tailings global practice.
Business Development (Seller Responsibilities)
- Identify and pursue new business opportunities in the tailings management sector across Peru and LATAM.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, acting as a trusted advisor for their tailings management needs.
- Lead proposal development, including scoping, budgeting, and preparing technical content.
- Collaborate with the marketing and business development teams to grow AECOM’s market share in the tailings sector.
- Represent AECOM at industry conferences, workshops, and client meetings to enhance visibility and thought leadership.
- Coordinate with North America tailings practice to develop staff and collaborate on projects for multinational clients.
Team Development and Mentorship
- Mentor and train junior and intermediate engineers, fostering a culture of technical excellence and collaboration.
- Provide technical reviews and guidance to ensure the quality and consistency of project deliverables.
Regulatory and Industry Advocacy
- Stay updated on evolving regulatory frameworks and industry guidelines, ensuring AECOM remains at the forefront of compliance.
- Advocate for best practices in tailings management within industry associations and regulatory bodies, contributing to the advancement of the field.
Key Competencies:
- Leadership: Ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and serve as a mentor to junior staff.
- Business Acumen: Proven ability to identify and secure new business opportunities.
- Technical Expertise: Deep knowledge of geotechnical principles, tailings dam design, and risk management.
- Client Focus: Strong relationship-building skills and a client-first mindset.
- Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills for technical reporting and client interactions.
Qualifications
Minimum Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Geotechnical Engineering, Civil Engineering, or a related field.
- 10+ years of experience in geotechnical engineering, with a strong focus on tailings dam design and management or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.
- Demonstrated success in business development, including client relationship management and proposal preparation.
Preferred Qualifications
- 15+ years of experience in tailings-related geotechnical engineering.
- Master’s or Ph.D. in Geotechnical Engineering or a related discipline.
- Experience with mine waste management, closure design, and water management for tailings facilities.
- Strong understanding of Canadian regulatory frameworks and industry guidelines (e.g., GISTM, CDA, ICMM, MAC).
- Experience serving as an Engineer of Record (EOR) for tailings dam projects globally.
- Familiarity with advanced numerical modeling techniques and software.
- Strong project management skills, including budgeting, scheduling, and risk management.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a proven ability to lead and inspire teams.
- Ability to communicate proficiently in both English and Spanish is an advantage.
Additional Information
At AECOM, we are committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process and take any fraudulent hiring activity seriously. To support this commitment, all newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.
About AECOM
AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.
AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients’ complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. Learn more at aecom.com.
What makes AECOM a great place to work
You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you’ll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community—where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
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Verify your degree maps to specialty occupation
H-1B1 Chile requires a direct connection between your degree field and the job duties. Cross-reference your occupation's minimum education requirements using O*NET before applying, so you can address any mismatch in your resume or cover letter.
Target Denver employers already filing LCAs
Employers who have filed Labor Condition Applications before are already familiar with the H-1B1 Chile process. Search OFLC disclosure data filtered by Colorado and your occupation code to build a shortlist of active sponsors in the Denver metro.
Use Migrate Mate to match LCA filing history
Filter Colorado job listings by verified H-1B1 Chile sponsorship history on Migrate Mate. This cuts out employers who have never filed an LCA, so every application you send goes to a company already set up to sponsor you.
Get your DOL prevailing wage tier confirmed early
Colorado's Front Range commands higher prevailing wages than rural areas in the same state. Run the OFLC Wage Search for your specific occupation and county before negotiating, so your offered salary meets DOL requirements for the work location.
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Which industries in Colorado sponsor the most H-1B1 Chile visas?
Technology, aerospace, and financial services account for the highest concentration of H-1B1 Chile LCA filings in Colorado. The Denver-Boulder tech corridor drives software and data engineering demand, while aerospace and defense employers around Colorado Springs and Aurora actively sponsor specialty occupation roles. Biotech and life sciences firms along the Front Range are also consistent filers.
Which cities in Colorado have the most H-1B1 Chile sponsorship jobs?
Denver and Boulder hold the largest share of H-1B1 Chile sponsorship activity in Colorado, concentrated in tech, finance, and professional services. Colorado Springs has strong aerospace and defense sponsorship. Fort Collins and Aurora are secondary markets with growing employer bases in engineering and healthcare IT, making the entire Front Range corridor the primary target for Chilean professionals.
What types of roles typically qualify for H-1B1 Chile sponsorship in Colorado?
Roles that qualify require at least a bachelor's degree in a directly related field. In Colorado, this includes software engineers, data scientists, financial analysts, aerospace engineers, civil engineers, and biomedical researchers. The job duties must require specialized theoretical or practical knowledge in that field. You can verify whether your occupation meets the specialty occupation standard by reviewing the O*NET profile for your job title.
How do I find H-1B1 Chile jobs in Colorado?
Search Migrate Mate to filter Colorado job listings by employers with verified H-1B1 Chile LCA filing history, which removes companies that have never sponsored this visa type. You can also review OFLC disclosure data directly to identify active Colorado filers by occupation code. Prioritize the Denver, Boulder, and Colorado Springs metro areas, where LCA filing density is highest for the industries most likely to hire Chilean professionals.
What is the prevailing wage for H-1B1 Chile jobs in Colorado?
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.