Construction Engineer Visa Sponsorship Jobs in Louisiana
Louisiana's construction engineering market is driven by petrochemical plant expansions along the Mississippi River corridor, port infrastructure upgrades through the Port of New Orleans, and ongoing coastal restoration megaprojects. Major employers including Turner Construction, Jacobs Engineering, and Bechtel have sponsored construction engineers here. Baton Rouge, New Orleans, and Lake Charles are the primary hiring hubs.
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08-08-2026
Please note the job posting will close on the day before the posting end date.
Job Summary
Responsible for performing duties and assignments associated with the construction of Transmission Line or Transmission/Distribution Station facilities including those of a complex nature. Additionally, may be responsible for supervising others who are performing other/similar construction site duties on related projects.
Job Description
What you’ll do:
- Provide construction site management for all aspects and activities of transmission station and line construction at the master project portfolio level to facilitate project completion within budget, schedule, and scope. Provide oversight for transmission station and line construction projects to ensure compliance with applicable Federal, State & Local Regulations. Provide project quality assurance and quality control oversight to ensure adherence to Engineering specifications and standards. Provide progress updates on construction activities and milestones to the project team.
- Provide oversight for OSHA compliance requirements in accordance with AEP’s safety compliance oversight program. Perform site safety observations and complete documentation as required. Conduct meetings to set AEP’s Safety and Environmental expectations for crews working on site.
- Coordinate work activities with AEP environmental teams and contractors to ensure compliance with AEP’s Environmental policies and procedures as well as all Federal, State and Local regulations. Provide oversight to ensure compliance with SWPPP and all applicable environmental permits. Work with Project Team to ensure all permits are properly closed/terminated as required at the end of project or when no longer needed.
- Coordinate with Right-of-Way and Siting teams to ensure landowner and governmental agreements are properly carried out. Ensure all required permits for road crossings, river crossings, railroad crossings, ROW clearing, access roads, etc., have been obtained prior to start of work. Work with Project Team to ensure all permits are properly closed/terminated as required at the end of project or when no longer needed.
- Provide construction expertise to facilitate an optimal engineered design. Review applicable project documents and drawings prior to final issuance as requested and provide feedback. Adept at reading and interpreting civil grading drawings, grounding and foundation drawings, conduit/cable schedule and wiring diagrams, electrical assembly drawings, One-Lines, Switching diagrams, bus wiring diagrams, steel drawings, PNP drawings, Manufacture’s drawings, SWPPP, etc. Work with project teams to correct/resolve any construction, material, or engineer related issues that occur or are discovered during the construction phase of the project. Provide and submit Field Mark Prints to agree with as built installations. Attend and provide adequate and detailed feedback on lessons learned, issues encountered, and best practices during project closeout meetings as requested.
- Capable of developing a material and equipment strategic plan for master project level portfolios. Provide oversight to verify project material and equipment has been ordered and scheduled to arrive on time to meet project milestones. Collaborate with Engineering and Procurement on any material or equipment shortages/deficiencies to ensure issues are identified and escalated. Ensure project material and equipment is properly received when it arrives on site. Ensure material and equipment is properly identified, inventoried, and stored on site. Ensure material and equipment is properly handled and installed by engineering specifications and standards. Ensure proper coordination of material deliveries between contractors and Supply Chain team/laydown yards.
- At a master project portfolio level, collaborate with Outage Planning team on project outage schedule and sequences as requested. Take ownership of project outage plans per Capital Outage Planning Process. Provide oversight of all dispatched operating orders and clearances. Provide oversight to ensure contractor work plans are sufficient to meet scheduled outage windows properly and safely; and ensure no system operating errors occur.
- Provide oversight to ensure proper coordination of resources for all phases of project construction. Including, but not limited to contractor resources, third party inspection resources, manufacture representatives, resources for testing and commissioning activities, and any other internal AEP or external resources as required. Provide technical guidance for company/contractor resources regarding construction of transmission line and station facilities as required.
- Provide In-Service notifications to the project team to ensure timely accounting of project assets.
- Provide compliance required attestation documentation for all installed facilities that are identified as Most Limiting Series Element (MLSE) for the bulk electric system.
- Complete Construction Management’s portion of the Capital Commissioning Checklist and ensure proper exemptions have been provided.
- At a master project level portfolio, participate in the evaluation of estimates/bids for projects. Approve contractor timesheets if required. Assist in the validation of invoice charges as requested by the project team.
- Provide oversight of contractor resources during major storm restoration efforts and emergency failures as requested.
- Carry out routine job duties and responsibilities as well as provide coaching and guidance to lower level TCRs in the execution of their duties and responsibilities as assigned.
- Participate in the development and delivery of training as requested.
- Proficiency with technical tools and applications, mobile devices tablet/phone; including but not limited to: Microsoft suite (MS 365, Excel, PowerPoint, Word, etc.) GIS, PDF editor, Smartsheet, Scheduling Software.
What we’re looking for:
Transmission Construction Representative SG7
Education/Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in construction management science with emphasis on project/construction management or bachelor’s degree in Construction Technology, Electrical or Civil Engineering, Project Management, or related technology field with a minimum of 2 years of project/construction management work experience
- OR an associate degree in Construction Management Technology, Project Management, Electrical or Civil Engineering, or related technology field with 4 years’ work experience in the electric industry, or project/construction management/oversight
- OR High School graduate or equivalent with 6 years related experience in electric industry or project management/oversight
Transmission Construction Representative Senior SG8
Education/Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in construction management science with emphasis on project/construction management or bachelor’s degree in construction technology, Electrical or Civil Engineering, Project Management, or related technology field with a minimum of 6 years of project/construction management work experience
- OR an associate degree in Construction Management Technology, Project Management, Electrical or Civil Engineering, or related technology field with 8 years’ work experience in the electric industry, or project/construction management/oversight
- OR High School graduate or equivalent with 10 years related experience in electric industry or project management/oversight
Where you’ll work:
This role sits on site in Shreveport, Louisiana, Longview or Texarkana, Texas or Rogers, Arkansas.
What you’ll get:
Transmission Construction Representative SG7 ($87,633-$109,544)
Transmission Construction Representative Senior SG8 ($98,993-$128,689)
In addition to competitive compensation, AEP offers a unique comprehensive benefits package that aims to support and enhance the overall well-being of our employees.
Where Putting the Customer First Powers Everything We Do
At AEP, we’re more than just an energy company — we’re a team of dedicated professionals committed to delivering safe, reliable, and innovative energy solutions. Guided by our mission to put the customer first, we strive to exceed expectations by listening, responding, and continuously improving the way we serve our communities. If you're passionate about making a meaningful impact and being part of a forward-thinking organization, this is the company for you.
American Electric Power (On-Site)
$87K- $128K / Year
#LI-Onsite
#AEPCareers
#transmission
#construction
Compensation Data
Compensation Grade:
SP20-008
Compensation Range:
$87,633.00 - $128,688.00
The Physical Demand Level for this job is: S – Sedentary Work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally (Occasionally: activity or condition exists up to 1/3 of the time) and/or a negligible amount of force frequently. (Frequently: activity or condition exists from 1/3 to 2/3 of the time) to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met.
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It is hereby reaffirmed that it is the policy of American Electric Power (AEP) to provide Equal Employment Opportunity in all respects of the employer-employee relationship including recruiting, hiring, upgrading and promotion, conditions and privileges of employment, company sponsored training programs, educational assistance, social and recreational programs, compensation, benefits, transfers, discipline, layoffs and termination of employment to all employees and applicants without discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, veteran or military status, disability, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law. When required by law, we might record certain information or applicants for employment may be invited to voluntarily disclose protected characteristics.
Job Posting End Date
08-08-2026
Please note the job posting will close on the day before the posting end date.
Job Summary
Responsible for performing duties and assignments associated with the construction of Transmission Line or Transmission/Distribution Station facilities including those of a complex nature. Additionally, may be responsible for supervising others who are performing other/similar construction site duties on related projects.
Job Description
What you’ll do:
- Provide construction site management for all aspects and activities of transmission station and line construction at the master project portfolio level to facilitate project completion within budget, schedule, and scope. Provide oversight for transmission station and line construction projects to ensure compliance with applicable Federal, State & Local Regulations. Provide project quality assurance and quality control oversight to ensure adherence to Engineering specifications and standards. Provide progress updates on construction activities and milestones to the project team.
- Provide oversight for OSHA compliance requirements in accordance with AEP’s safety compliance oversight program. Perform site safety observations and complete documentation as required. Conduct meetings to set AEP’s Safety and Environmental expectations for crews working on site.
- Coordinate work activities with AEP environmental teams and contractors to ensure compliance with AEP’s Environmental policies and procedures as well as all Federal, State and Local regulations. Provide oversight to ensure compliance with SWPPP and all applicable environmental permits. Work with Project Team to ensure all permits are properly closed/terminated as required at the end of project or when no longer needed.
- Coordinate with Right-of-Way and Siting teams to ensure landowner and governmental agreements are properly carried out. Ensure all required permits for road crossings, river crossings, railroad crossings, ROW clearing, access roads, etc., have been obtained prior to start of work. Work with Project Team to ensure all permits are properly closed/terminated as required at the end of project or when no longer needed.
- Provide construction expertise to facilitate an optimal engineered design. Review applicable project documents and drawings prior to final issuance as requested and provide feedback. Adept at reading and interpreting civil grading drawings, grounding and foundation drawings, conduit/cable schedule and wiring diagrams, electrical assembly drawings, One-Lines, Switching diagrams, bus wiring diagrams, steel drawings, PNP drawings, Manufacture’s drawings, SWPPP, etc. Work with project teams to correct/resolve any construction, material, or engineer related issues that occur or are discovered during the construction phase of the project. Provide and submit Field Mark Prints to agree with as built installations. Attend and provide adequate and detailed feedback on lessons learned, issues encountered, and best practices during project closeout meetings as requested.
- Capable of developing a material and equipment strategic plan for master project level portfolios. Provide oversight to verify project material and equipment has been ordered and scheduled to arrive on time to meet project milestones. Collaborate with Engineering and Procurement on any material or equipment shortages/deficiencies to ensure issues are identified and escalated. Ensure project material and equipment is properly received when it arrives on site. Ensure material and equipment is properly identified, inventoried, and stored on site. Ensure material and equipment is properly handled and installed by engineering specifications and standards. Ensure proper coordination of material deliveries between contractors and Supply Chain team/laydown yards.
- At a master project portfolio level, collaborate with Outage Planning team on project outage schedule and sequences as requested. Take ownership of project outage plans per Capital Outage Planning Process. Provide oversight of all dispatched operating orders and clearances. Provide oversight to ensure contractor work plans are sufficient to meet scheduled outage windows properly and safely; and ensure no system operating errors occur.
- Provide oversight to ensure proper coordination of resources for all phases of project construction. Including, but not limited to contractor resources, third party inspection resources, manufacture representatives, resources for testing and commissioning activities, and any other internal AEP or external resources as required. Provide technical guidance for company/contractor resources regarding construction of transmission line and station facilities as required.
- Provide In-Service notifications to the project team to ensure timely accounting of project assets.
- Provide compliance required attestation documentation for all installed facilities that are identified as Most Limiting Series Element (MLSE) for the bulk electric system.
- Complete Construction Management’s portion of the Capital Commissioning Checklist and ensure proper exemptions have been provided.
- At a master project level portfolio, participate in the evaluation of estimates/bids for projects. Approve contractor timesheets if required. Assist in the validation of invoice charges as requested by the project team.
- Provide oversight of contractor resources during major storm restoration efforts and emergency failures as requested.
- Carry out routine job duties and responsibilities as well as provide coaching and guidance to lower level TCRs in the execution of their duties and responsibilities as assigned.
- Participate in the development and delivery of training as requested.
- Proficiency with technical tools and applications, mobile devices tablet/phone; including but not limited to: Microsoft suite (MS 365, Excel, PowerPoint, Word, etc.) GIS, PDF editor, Smartsheet, Scheduling Software.
What we’re looking for:
Transmission Construction Representative SG7
Education/Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in construction management science with emphasis on project/construction management or bachelor’s degree in Construction Technology, Electrical or Civil Engineering, Project Management, or related technology field with a minimum of 2 years of project/construction management work experience
- OR an associate degree in Construction Management Technology, Project Management, Electrical or Civil Engineering, or related technology field with 4 years’ work experience in the electric industry, or project/construction management/oversight
- OR High School graduate or equivalent with 6 years related experience in electric industry or project management/oversight
Transmission Construction Representative Senior SG8
Education/Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in construction management science with emphasis on project/construction management or bachelor’s degree in construction technology, Electrical or Civil Engineering, Project Management, or related technology field with a minimum of 6 years of project/construction management work experience
- OR an associate degree in Construction Management Technology, Project Management, Electrical or Civil Engineering, or related technology field with 8 years’ work experience in the electric industry, or project/construction management/oversight
- OR High School graduate or equivalent with 10 years related experience in electric industry or project management/oversight
Where you’ll work:
This role sits on site in Shreveport, Louisiana, Longview or Texarkana, Texas or Rogers, Arkansas.
What you’ll get:
Transmission Construction Representative SG7 ($87,633-$109,544)
Transmission Construction Representative Senior SG8 ($98,993-$128,689)
In addition to competitive compensation, AEP offers a unique comprehensive benefits package that aims to support and enhance the overall well-being of our employees.
Where Putting the Customer First Powers Everything We Do
At AEP, we’re more than just an energy company — we’re a team of dedicated professionals committed to delivering safe, reliable, and innovative energy solutions. Guided by our mission to put the customer first, we strive to exceed expectations by listening, responding, and continuously improving the way we serve our communities. If you're passionate about making a meaningful impact and being part of a forward-thinking organization, this is the company for you.
American Electric Power (On-Site)
$87K- $128K / Year
#LI-Onsite
#AEPCareers
#transmission
#construction
Compensation Data
Compensation Grade:
SP20-008
Compensation Range:
$87,633.00 - $128,688.00
The Physical Demand Level for this job is: S – Sedentary Work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally (Occasionally: activity or condition exists up to 1/3 of the time) and/or a negligible amount of force frequently. (Frequently: activity or condition exists from 1/3 to 2/3 of the time) to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met.
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It is hereby reaffirmed that it is the policy of American Electric Power (AEP) to provide Equal Employment Opportunity in all respects of the employer-employee relationship including recruiting, hiring, upgrading and promotion, conditions and privileges of employment, company sponsored training programs, educational assistance, social and recreational programs, compensation, benefits, transfers, discipline, layoffs and termination of employment to all employees and applicants without discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, veteran or military status, disability, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law. When required by law, we might record certain information or applicants for employment may be invited to voluntarily disclose protected characteristics.
Construction Engineer Job Roles in Louisiana
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Search Construction Engineer Jobs in LouisianaConstruction Engineer Jobs in Louisiana: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies sponsor visas for construction engineers in Louisiana?
Engineering and construction firms with a significant Louisiana presence have sponsored construction engineers on H-1B visa and other work visas. These include Jacobs Engineering, Bechtel, Turner Construction, and AECOM, which support large industrial and infrastructure projects across Baton Rouge, New Orleans, and Lake Charles. Specialty contractors tied to petrochemical and LNG facilities also appear in Department of Labor LCA disclosure data for Louisiana sponsorships.
Which visa types are most common for construction engineer roles in Louisiana?
The H-1B is the most common visa category for construction engineers in Louisiana, provided the role requires at least a bachelor's degree in civil, structural, or a related engineering field and the employer files a certified Labor Condition Application. TN visa status is available to Canadian and Mexican engineers under USMCA. Engineers with exceptional credentials may also qualify under the O-1A or EB-1A immigrant pathways.
Which cities in Louisiana have the most construction engineer sponsorship jobs?
Baton Rouge leads in sponsorship activity due to its concentration of petrochemical refineries and industrial construction projects. New Orleans supports significant infrastructure and commercial construction work, including port and transit expansion. Lake Charles has seen active hiring tied to LNG export terminal construction. Shreveport and Lafayette also generate construction engineering demand, though at lower volumes than the southeastern industrial corridor.
How to find construction engineer visa sponsorship jobs in Louisiana?
Migrate Mate filters job listings specifically by visa sponsorship availability, making it straightforward to browse construction engineer openings in Louisiana without sifting through roles that don't offer sponsorship. You can narrow results by location and role type to focus on the Baton Rouge petrochemical corridor, New Orleans infrastructure projects, or Lake Charles industrial sites. Migrate Mate also provides immigration context relevant to construction engineering roles.
Are there any Louisiana-specific considerations for construction engineers seeking visa sponsorship?
Louisiana's construction engineering demand is heavily tied to the energy sector, so roles often require familiarity with industrial and process facility construction rather than purely commercial or residential work. The prevailing wage for H-1B positions is set at the county level using Department of Labor data, and Louisiana wages in this field reflect regional cost-of-living differences from coastal metro markets. Louisiana State University and Tulane also supply engineering talent that some sponsors actively recruit from.
What is the prevailing wage for sponsored construction engineer jobs in Louisiana?
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.