Civil Engineer Visa Sponsorship Jobs in Maryland
Maryland's civil engineering market spans federal infrastructure projects, transportation agencies, and private consulting firms concentrated around Baltimore, the DC suburbs, and Annapolis. Major employers including WSP, AECOM, and the Maryland Department of Transportation regularly hire civil engineers, and the state's proximity to federal contracts makes it a consistent source of sponsored roles for international candidates.
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At Toole Design, we’re leading the way in creating safer, more connected communities through sustainable multimodal transportation design. We’re looking for a Principal Civil Engineer to join our growing team in Silver Spring, MD, someone who’s excited to lead impactful transportation projects that reflect our mission and values.
WHY YOU’LL LOVE WORKING HERE
At Toole Design, you’ll join an employee-owned team of engineers, planners, landscape architects, and urban designers who care deeply about the places we shape. Our colleagues have helped write and implement the national guidance that defines our field, including the AASHTO Bike Guide (5th Edition), the forthcoming AASHTO Pedestrian Guide (3rd Edition), the FHWA Guide for Achieving Multimodal Networks, and numerous NCHRP publications.
Here, you’ll learn directly from those experts. They’ll mentor you, invest in your growth, and help you build a career with lasting impact. And because we’re employee-owned, you’ll have a direct stake in our shared success. We also offer:
- A collaborative, inclusive culture that supports your growth and advancement
- A hybrid schedule with shared team days in office (Tuesday-Thursday)
- 8 paid holidays; and at least 16 days of PTO accrual annually
- Competitive salary, excellent benefits, and transportation perks: Benefits and Supports
- Projects that truly improve lives through safe, comprehensive design rooted in ethics, empathy, and equity
- Employee-ownership, so we all share in the success we build together, and the financial security that comes with it
WHAT YOU’LL DO
As a Principal Civil Engineer at Toole Design, you’ll lead the design and delivery of complex, high-visibility transportation projects, from quick-build and permanent safety improvements and major trail projects to multimodal capacity expansions featuring innovative intersection treatments and major capital investments. As project manager, you’ll own scope, schedule, budget and project financials. You’ll guide civil design teams and collaborate with clients and interdisciplinary partners from concept through construction, turning complex challenges into creative, buildable solutions. You’ll manage a team of engineers who share your commitment to the work, mentoring junior staff, and supporting each person’s growth. As a technical lead, you’ll also perform quality control reviews on projects led by others ahead of major milestones, helping ensure every submittal is accurate, complete, and buildable. You’ll also lead client meetings and help grow our business across Maryland and the Mid-Atlantic, building your reputation as a trusted expert at a company that promotes from within.
JOIN US. MAKE AN IMPACT.
We’re proud to be an ENR Top 500 design firm with one of the lowest turnover rates in the industry. If you’re ready to do meaningful work with a supportive, talented team—apply today!
SALARY RANGE
We are targeting a salary range of $155,000 to $185,000 for a candidate with a PE. Candidates with additional experience or qualifications may fall into a different salary range.
REQUIREMENTS
- Professional Engineering (P.E.) license in DC, Maryland, or Virginia, or the ability to gain reciprocity within first 6 months of employment
- Proven leadership of multi-discipline infrastructure design and construction teams
- 15+ years of experience in transportation engineering, including at least 10 years managing complex transportation projects
- Strong networks and relationships in the Mid-Atlantic transportation market, including existing clients with the DOT, municipalities, and other consulting firms
- Bonus: Design and project management experience in both multimodal transportation and roadway design projects, and you are comfortable presenting on projects and in pursuit interviews.
Questions, assistance or accommodations? Contact HR@tooledesign.com or call 301-927-1900, press 5.
At Toole Design, we foster a collaborative culture and welcome people of all backgrounds to help build more inclusive communities. We strongly encourage women and applicants from underrepresented communities, people of color, LGBTQIA+, immigrants, first-generation college students/graduates, those with disabilities and people at all the intersections in between, to apply. We're proud that about half our managers are women and we are committed to diverse leadership that reflects the communities we serve. Toole Design is a woman-owned, equal opportunity employer (EO/AA/VEV/Disabled employer).
At Toole Design, people are at the center of everything we do. We bring this value to our recruitment process and do not use AI, automated filtering algorithms, or bot screening. We believe every candidate deserves a thoughtful review, so every application is read by a member of our team.
DESCRIPTION:
At Toole Design, we’re leading the way in creating safer, more connected communities through sustainable multimodal transportation design. We’re looking for a Principal Civil Engineer to join our growing team in Silver Spring, MD, someone who’s excited to lead impactful transportation projects that reflect our mission and values.
WHY YOU’LL LOVE WORKING HERE
At Toole Design, you’ll join an employee-owned team of engineers, planners, landscape architects, and urban designers who care deeply about the places we shape. Our colleagues have helped write and implement the national guidance that defines our field, including the AASHTO Bike Guide (5th Edition), the forthcoming AASHTO Pedestrian Guide (3rd Edition), the FHWA Guide for Achieving Multimodal Networks, and numerous NCHRP publications.
Here, you’ll learn directly from those experts. They’ll mentor you, invest in your growth, and help you build a career with lasting impact. And because we’re employee-owned, you’ll have a direct stake in our shared success. We also offer:
- A collaborative, inclusive culture that supports your growth and advancement
- A hybrid schedule with shared team days in office (Tuesday-Thursday)
- 8 paid holidays; and at least 16 days of PTO accrual annually
- Competitive salary, excellent benefits, and transportation perks: Benefits and Supports
- Projects that truly improve lives through safe, comprehensive design rooted in ethics, empathy, and equity
- Employee-ownership, so we all share in the success we build together, and the financial security that comes with it
WHAT YOU’LL DO
As a Principal Civil Engineer at Toole Design, you’ll lead the design and delivery of complex, high-visibility transportation projects, from quick-build and permanent safety improvements and major trail projects to multimodal capacity expansions featuring innovative intersection treatments and major capital investments. As project manager, you’ll own scope, schedule, budget and project financials. You’ll guide civil design teams and collaborate with clients and interdisciplinary partners from concept through construction, turning complex challenges into creative, buildable solutions. You’ll manage a team of engineers who share your commitment to the work, mentoring junior staff, and supporting each person’s growth. As a technical lead, you’ll also perform quality control reviews on projects led by others ahead of major milestones, helping ensure every submittal is accurate, complete, and buildable. You’ll also lead client meetings and help grow our business across Maryland and the Mid-Atlantic, building your reputation as a trusted expert at a company that promotes from within.
JOIN US. MAKE AN IMPACT.
We’re proud to be an ENR Top 500 design firm with one of the lowest turnover rates in the industry. If you’re ready to do meaningful work with a supportive, talented team—apply today!
SALARY RANGE
We are targeting a salary range of $155,000 to $185,000 for a candidate with a PE. Candidates with additional experience or qualifications may fall into a different salary range.
REQUIREMENTS
- Professional Engineering (P.E.) license in DC, Maryland, or Virginia, or the ability to gain reciprocity within first 6 months of employment
- Proven leadership of multi-discipline infrastructure design and construction teams
- 15+ years of experience in transportation engineering, including at least 10 years managing complex transportation projects
- Strong networks and relationships in the Mid-Atlantic transportation market, including existing clients with the DOT, municipalities, and other consulting firms
- Bonus: Design and project management experience in both multimodal transportation and roadway design projects, and you are comfortable presenting on projects and in pursuit interviews.
Questions, assistance or accommodations? Contact HR@tooledesign.com or call 301-927-1900, press 5.
At Toole Design, we foster a collaborative culture and welcome people of all backgrounds to help build more inclusive communities. We strongly encourage women and applicants from underrepresented communities, people of color, LGBTQIA+, immigrants, first-generation college students/graduates, those with disabilities and people at all the intersections in between, to apply. We're proud that about half our managers are women and we are committed to diverse leadership that reflects the communities we serve. Toole Design is a woman-owned, equal opportunity employer (EO/AA/VEV/Disabled employer).
At Toole Design, people are at the center of everything we do. We bring this value to our recruitment process and do not use AI, automated filtering algorithms, or bot screening. We believe every candidate deserves a thoughtful review, so every application is read by a member of our team.
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Which companies sponsor visas for civil engineers in Maryland?
Engineering consultancies and infrastructure firms are the most active sponsors for civil engineers in Maryland. Companies like AECOM, WSP, Jacobs, and Stantec have Maryland offices and documented histories of H-1B visa filings for engineering roles. Federal contractors operating in the Baltimore-Washington corridor also sponsor civil engineers, particularly for transportation, water infrastructure, and environmental remediation projects.
Which visa types are most common for civil engineer roles in Maryland?
The H-1B is the primary visa for civil engineers in Maryland, as civil engineering qualifies as a specialty occupation requiring at least a bachelor's degree in engineering. Canadian and Mexican nationals may qualify for the TN visa under the USMCA, which is faster and avoids the H-1B lottery. Australian citizens can explore the E-3 visa. Some positions at universities or research institutions may fall under J-1 visa or H-1B cap-exempt categories.
Which cities in Maryland have the most civil engineer sponsorship jobs?
Baltimore is the largest market for civil engineering sponsorship jobs in Maryland, with activity concentrated in transportation, utilities, and port infrastructure. Rockville, Bethesda, and Silver Spring in Montgomery County attract federal contractors and consulting firms given their proximity to Washington, D.C. Annapolis and the Chesapeake Bay region also generate environmental and coastal engineering opportunities, particularly tied to state and federal water management projects.
How to find civil engineer visa sponsorship jobs in Maryland?
Migrate Mate filters job listings specifically to roles where employers have demonstrated visa sponsorship willingness, so civil engineers can search Maryland without sifting through positions that exclude international candidates. The platform surfaces openings at engineering consultancies, federal contractors, and infrastructure firms across Baltimore, Montgomery County, and the broader state. Filtering by role and location gives a direct view of what's actively hiring in Maryland civil engineering.
Are there any Maryland-specific factors civil engineers should know about visa sponsorship?
Maryland's high concentration of federal contracts means many civil engineering roles require security clearances, which can complicate or delay sponsorship for visa holders. The state's prevailing wage requirements for H-1B positions are benchmarked to the Baltimore-Columbia-Towson and Washington-Arlington-Alexandria metro areas, which generally reflect competitive engineering wages. University of Maryland graduates in civil engineering programs have established pipelines into several local firms that actively sponsor entry-level international candidates.
What is the prevailing wage for sponsored civil engineer jobs in Maryland?
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.