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Kansas energy TN visa sponsorship jobs span oil and gas operations in the southwestern Hugoton Basin, wind energy development across the state's sprawling plains, and utility infrastructure managed by employers like Evergy and Summit Utilities. Wichita, Topeka, and Liberal are the primary hiring centers for Canadian and Mexican professionals pursuing TN-eligible energy roles.
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Get Access To All JobsRequisition ID: 181912
Job Level: Entry Level
Home District/Group: Kiewit Power Engineering
Department: Design Engineering
Market: Power
Employment Type: Full Time
Position Overview
Kiewit Power Engineering is seeking an Early Career Civil Engineer/Transmission Line Engineer. As part of this team of highly specialized design professionals, you will support a variety of substation, transmission and distribution projects ranging from 12kV to 500kV in both engineering detailed design and Engineer, Procure, Construct (EPC) projects for clients throughout the country. We are looking for ideal candidates to grow the Kiewit team by helping establish, maintain, and improve company standards and tools while also utilizing these standards and tools to contribute to project success. Candidates shall be familiar with current drawing and technical tools, programs, and software with an understanding of design documentation creation and layouts. Candidates shall be capable of exhibiting flexibility in work assignments while maintaining a growth mindset and continuing to develop in their technical and professional career.
District Overview
Kiewit Engineering Group, Inc is a full-service consulting and engineering firm serving the infrastructure and engineering markets. Our combined staff of more than 1,300 engineers and design professionals have expertise that spans all major engineering disciplines to serve transportation, power, water/wastewater, mining, building, and oil, gas & chemical markets. Backed by 130 years of construction experience, our construction-driven engineering focuses on constructability and safety in the earliest phases of projects to ensure on-time and on-budget project delivery. Our rapidly growing Power district, which includes structural, civil, piping, mechanical, process, process safety, electrical, instrument and control disciplines, is a multi-faceted division of Kiewit with best-in-class technical expertise focused on the EPC delivery model for power facilities. We offer a variety of engineering services, including owner's engineering, project development, detailed engineering and design, construction management and plant services. Our engineering teams bring power projects to life across North America in the following areas:
- Gas-fired generation
- Power delivery
- Environmental retrofits
- Renewables and new technology
- Water/wastewater
Location
This position is based out of our Lenexa, KS office.
Responsibilities
- Working collaboratively in a team environment to understand scope, prepare deliverables, and provide project updates.
- Performing cost effective designs based on industry, company, and/or client standards.
- Generating transmission line design criteria for PLS-CADD.
- Building, modifying and analyzing transmission line, pole and tower models within PLS-CADD, PLS-POLE and PLS TOWER.
- Developing construction assembly drawings, material specifications, and structure loading packages for submittal to vendors.
- Developing construction deliverable packages that include plan & profile drawings, phasing drawings, and standard installation specifications.
- Traveling out of town for short periods of time as required by projects and assignments.
- Attending external and internal meetings to support processes.
Qualifications
- Bachelor of Science Degree in Civil Engineering or related field from an accredited Engineering Institute.
- 3.0 cumulative GPA preferred
- 0-2 years of experience as a transmission engineer, transmission line engineer, civil engineer or related position preferably including:
- Route alignment planning, structure spotting, and structure and line design of overhead transmission lines using PLS-CADD, PLS-POLE, and PLS TOWER
- Lattice tower analysis and design utilizing PLS TOWER and ASCE 10
- Foundation design of transmission structures using FAD Tools and LPILE
- Understanding of NESC, and relevant ASCE, IEEE and regional codes and standards
Other Requirements:
- Regular, reliable attendance
- Work productively and meet deadlines timely
- Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others individually or in a team environment.
- Perform work safely and effectively. Understand and follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment use, and other policies.
- Work during normal operating hours to organize and complete work within given deadlines. Work overtime and weekends as required.
We offer our fulltime staff employees a comprehensive benefits package that’s among the best in our industry, including top-tier medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents, voluntary wellness and employee assistance programs, life insurance, disability, retirement plans with matching, and generous paid time off.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
Requisition ID: 181912
Job Level: Entry Level
Home District/Group: Kiewit Power Engineering
Department: Design Engineering
Market: Power
Employment Type: Full Time
Position Overview
Kiewit Power Engineering is seeking an Early Career Civil Engineer/Transmission Line Engineer. As part of this team of highly specialized design professionals, you will support a variety of substation, transmission and distribution projects ranging from 12kV to 500kV in both engineering detailed design and Engineer, Procure, Construct (EPC) projects for clients throughout the country. We are looking for ideal candidates to grow the Kiewit team by helping establish, maintain, and improve company standards and tools while also utilizing these standards and tools to contribute to project success. Candidates shall be familiar with current drawing and technical tools, programs, and software with an understanding of design documentation creation and layouts. Candidates shall be capable of exhibiting flexibility in work assignments while maintaining a growth mindset and continuing to develop in their technical and professional career.
District Overview
Kiewit Engineering Group, Inc is a full-service consulting and engineering firm serving the infrastructure and engineering markets. Our combined staff of more than 1,300 engineers and design professionals have expertise that spans all major engineering disciplines to serve transportation, power, water/wastewater, mining, building, and oil, gas & chemical markets. Backed by 130 years of construction experience, our construction-driven engineering focuses on constructability and safety in the earliest phases of projects to ensure on-time and on-budget project delivery. Our rapidly growing Power district, which includes structural, civil, piping, mechanical, process, process safety, electrical, instrument and control disciplines, is a multi-faceted division of Kiewit with best-in-class technical expertise focused on the EPC delivery model for power facilities. We offer a variety of engineering services, including owner's engineering, project development, detailed engineering and design, construction management and plant services. Our engineering teams bring power projects to life across North America in the following areas:
- Gas-fired generation
- Power delivery
- Environmental retrofits
- Renewables and new technology
- Water/wastewater
Location
This position is based out of our Lenexa, KS office.
Responsibilities
- Working collaboratively in a team environment to understand scope, prepare deliverables, and provide project updates.
- Performing cost effective designs based on industry, company, and/or client standards.
- Generating transmission line design criteria for PLS-CADD.
- Building, modifying and analyzing transmission line, pole and tower models within PLS-CADD, PLS-POLE and PLS TOWER.
- Developing construction assembly drawings, material specifications, and structure loading packages for submittal to vendors.
- Developing construction deliverable packages that include plan & profile drawings, phasing drawings, and standard installation specifications.
- Traveling out of town for short periods of time as required by projects and assignments.
- Attending external and internal meetings to support processes.
Qualifications
- Bachelor of Science Degree in Civil Engineering or related field from an accredited Engineering Institute.
- 3.0 cumulative GPA preferred
- 0-2 years of experience as a transmission engineer, transmission line engineer, civil engineer or related position preferably including:
- Route alignment planning, structure spotting, and structure and line design of overhead transmission lines using PLS-CADD, PLS-POLE, and PLS TOWER
- Lattice tower analysis and design utilizing PLS TOWER and ASCE 10
- Foundation design of transmission structures using FAD Tools and LPILE
- Understanding of NESC, and relevant ASCE, IEEE and regional codes and standards
Other Requirements:
- Regular, reliable attendance
- Work productively and meet deadlines timely
- Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others individually or in a team environment.
- Perform work safely and effectively. Understand and follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment use, and other policies.
- Work during normal operating hours to organize and complete work within given deadlines. Work overtime and weekends as required.
We offer our fulltime staff employees a comprehensive benefits package that’s among the best in our industry, including top-tier medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents, voluntary wellness and employee assistance programs, life insurance, disability, retirement plans with matching, and generous paid time off.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
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Search Energy Jobs in KansasEnergy TN Sponsorship Jobs in Kansas: Frequently Asked Questions
Which energy companies sponsor TN visas in Kansas?
Kansas energy employers that have historically filed for TN visa workers include Evergy, the state's largest electric utility, along with pipeline and midstream operators active in the Hugoton natural gas region near Liberal and Dodge City. Wind developers and engineering contractors supporting the state's significant wind capacity also appear in Department of Labor TN filings. Sponsorship availability varies by role, project cycle, and hiring period.
Which cities in Kansas have the most energy TN sponsorship jobs?
Wichita concentrates the most energy employer activity, with utility, engineering, and oil-field services firms headquartered or regionally officed there. Topeka is the base for Evergy's corporate operations. Liberal and Dodge City in southwest Kansas see demand tied to natural gas extraction and pipeline infrastructure in the Hugoton Basin. Smaller wind corridor communities also generate periodic postings for operations and maintenance roles.
What types of energy roles typically qualify for TN sponsorship?
TN visa eligibility in energy requires the position to fall within a qualifying USMCA occupation category. Roles commonly meeting this standard include petroleum engineers, chemical engineers, electrical engineers, geoscientists, and scientific technologists. Environmental scientists and certain computer-systems roles supporting energy operations may also qualify. The position must require at least a bachelor's degree or equivalent in a directly related field, and the employer must attest to that requirement.
How do I find energy TN sponsorship jobs in Kansas?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for Canadian and Mexican professionals seeking TN-eligible work in the United States. You can filter by visa type, state, and industry to surface energy TN sponsorship jobs in Kansas without sifting through postings from employers who don't support TN workers. Migrate Mate aggregates roles across utility, oil and gas, and renewable energy employers active in the state, making the search considerably more focused than general job boards.
Are there any Kansas-specific considerations for energy TN sponsorship?
Kansas energy hiring follows seasonal and project-driven patterns. Wind energy construction and commissioning roles tend to cluster in spring and summer, while oil and gas positions in the Hugoton region track commodity cycles. Kansas has no state-level visa registration requirement, but some rural employer sites may require a valid driver's license and physical fitness standards alongside standard TN documentation. Confirming that your specific role and degree field satisfy USMCA specialty occupation requirements before applying is important.