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Structural engineer visa sponsorship jobs in Minnesota are concentrated in the Twin Cities metro, where firms like AECOM, Kimley-Horn, and Burns & McDonnell regularly hire internationally for bridge, transit, and commercial building projects. Minnesota's extensive infrastructure investment, including MnDOT contracts and light rail expansion, creates consistent demand for structural engineering talent from abroad.
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Stantec’s vision is to be the world’s leading integrated engineering and design practice working on large, complex, transformational projects. These projects are executed collaboratively by leveraging the collective talent within our global design practice on creativity, innovative solutions, and design capability.
Our business center operates within Stantec’s Buildings business line and includes expertise in process, mechanical, electrical, piping, and structural disciplines. Our team is based across our Plymouth, MN and downtown Minneapolis, MN offices, with the structural group located in Minneapolis.
We deliver a wide range of projects spanning industrial processes, food and beverage, chemical, industrial agricultural, and general manufacturing sectors. Our work includes retrofit and upgrade projects, brownfield expansions, and full greenfield facility developments. Across all project types, we partner with clients throughout the entire project lifecycle to provide high-quality, reliable design solutions.
In addition to supporting industrial projects, our structural team collaborates with other Stantec groups on a variety of initiatives, including water and wastewater treatment facilities, solid waste transfer stations, public works buildings, and other municipal infrastructure. Like our industrial portfolio, this work includes both new greenfield developments and upgrades or expansions to existing facilities.
YOUR OPPORTUNITY
As a Senior Structural Engineer at Stantec, you will utilize your skills in leadership, communication, problem solving, design and construction documentation, code analysis and engineering judgment in a fast-paced professional environment. In addition, you will assist in mentoring and guiding other technical professionals in a team environment.
Stantec provides its employees with the opportunity to design their own career through our professional development programs, continuing education, training opportunities, and paid professional organization membership. The culture at Stantec allows employees to participate in a variety of frequent companywide events and social opportunities, as well as opportunities to give back to the communities we live in and serve. Stantec provides employees with a 401(k) and company match plan, a comprehensive health benefits package, competitive salaries, flexible scheduling, and generous time-off with paid holiday and vacation time carry-over programs.
YOUR KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
As a member of our Structural team, your role covers a wide array of tasks and responsibilities, including technical design and production, project and personnel management, and business development. Briefly, these are summarized below.
- Provide technical expertise and guidance for project conception, design approach and work production.
- Perform structural design - produce construction drawings, project manuals, reports, etc.
- Perform site / facility field assessments.
- Provide Quality Assurance/Quality Control reviews for work produced by team staff and others.
- Direct other members of structural team on best practices and work production.
- Oversee structural team project workload.
- Implement and monitor design approach.
- Work with other disciplines and project managers to ensure proper coordination and alignment.
- Manage and assist others in preparing professional service work scope proposals and estimated design fees.
- Participate in and develop Team marketing strategies and identify target markets and clients.
- Network with others to develop leads and establish partnerships with internal and external clients.
YOUR CAPABILITIES AND CREDENTIALS
To successfully perform and meet the responsibilities of the Senior Structural Engineer position, the following capabilities and credentials are essential:
- Proven leadership skills that include leading, guiding and directing successful team outcomes.
- Experience and knowledge of structural design and analysis of steel, concrete, masonry structures.
- Experience and knowledge in construction observation and condition assessment of various building types and construction materials, including concrete, masonry, and steel.
- Requisite knowledge and application of structural design codes, standards, and applicable building codes.
- Perform calculations and utilize structural software/hand calculations for design/analysis of various building materials (steel, concrete, masonry, wood).
- Ability to communicate both verbally and in written form concepts and ideas to a diverse audience of Architects, Engineers, and Owner clients effectively.
- Working knowledge and familiarity with building codes and industry design standards, and related structural design software for industrial facilities and structures, buildings, tanks, above grade and below grade foundations, including deep foundations.
- Experience with finite-element analysis (FEA) and an understanding of how FEA can be applied to complex structural engineering problems.
- Excellent organization and communication skills, both written and verbal, along with excellent interpersonal abilities and willingness to work in a team environment and help lead project and proposal efforts.
- Skill and knowledge to create, suggest, and introduce innovative and effective client solutions.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil/Structural Engineering required.
- Professional Engineer (P.E. and/or S.E.) required.
- A minimum of 10 years of relevant experience related to Structural Engineering, or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above, is required.
- Experience with modeling software (Autodesk Revit).
- Proficient in the use of structural design software such as Tekla TSD, STAAD-Pro, CSI Products, Ram Products, RISA products, or other design software.
- Must be willing to travel to regional project sites, including some overnight travel.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Typical office environment, working with computers and drawings for long periods of time. Field work may include exposure to hazards including construction, weather, and industrial operations that may be experienced at industrial facilities and water and/or wastewater related facilities.
The expectation is that the person selected for this role will work in the Plymouth and/or Minneapolis office and generally will be in the office a minimum of 3 days per week.
This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.
Stantec is a place where the best and brightest come to build on each other’s talents, do exciting work, and make an impact on the world around us. Join us and redefine your personal best.
ABOUT STANTEC
Stantec is a global leader in sustainable engineering, architecture, and environmental consulting. The diverse perspectives of our partners and interested parties drive us to think beyond what’s previously been done on critical issues like climate change, digital transformation, and future-proofing our cities and infrastructure. We innovate at the intersection of community, creativity, and client relationships to advance communities everywhere, so that together we can redefine what’s possible.
PAY RANGE:
- Locations in MN, OH, VT, & Various CA, NY Areas - $128,600.00 - $192,900.00 Annually
PAY TRANSPARENCY: In compliance with pay transparency laws, pay ranges are provided for positions in locations where required. Please note, the final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. At Stantec certain roles are bonus eligible. Actual compensation for part-time roles will be pro-rated based on the agreed number of working hours per week.
BENEFITS SUMMARY: Regular full-time and part-time employees (working at least 20 hours per week) have access to medical, dental, and vision plans, a wellness program, health saving accounts, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) plan, employee stock purchase program, life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, short-term/long-term disability plans, emergency travel benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional membership fee coverage and paid family leave. Regular full-time and part-time employees will receive ten paid holidays in each calendar year. In addition, employees will be eligible to accrue vacation between 10 and 20 days per year and eligible for paid sick leave (and if more generous, in accordance with state and local law).
Temporary/casual employees have access to 401(k) plans, employee stock purchase program, and paid leave, in accordance with state and local law.
The benefits information listed above may not apply to union positions because benefits for such positions are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements.
LOCATION
Primary Location: United States | MN | Minneapolis
Employee Status: Regular
Business Justification: Replacement
Travel: Yes
Schedule: Full time
Job Posting: 19/05/2026 11:05:14
Req ID: 1005955
Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. At Stantec we are committed to ensuring our recruitment process is accessible to all. If you require reasonable adjustments to be made during the recruitment process then please inform a member of our Talent Acquisition team.
INTRODUCTION
Stantec’s vision is to be the world’s leading integrated engineering and design practice working on large, complex, transformational projects. These projects are executed collaboratively by leveraging the collective talent within our global design practice on creativity, innovative solutions, and design capability.
Our business center operates within Stantec’s Buildings business line and includes expertise in process, mechanical, electrical, piping, and structural disciplines. Our team is based across our Plymouth, MN and downtown Minneapolis, MN offices, with the structural group located in Minneapolis.
We deliver a wide range of projects spanning industrial processes, food and beverage, chemical, industrial agricultural, and general manufacturing sectors. Our work includes retrofit and upgrade projects, brownfield expansions, and full greenfield facility developments. Across all project types, we partner with clients throughout the entire project lifecycle to provide high-quality, reliable design solutions.
In addition to supporting industrial projects, our structural team collaborates with other Stantec groups on a variety of initiatives, including water and wastewater treatment facilities, solid waste transfer stations, public works buildings, and other municipal infrastructure. Like our industrial portfolio, this work includes both new greenfield developments and upgrades or expansions to existing facilities.
YOUR OPPORTUNITY
As a Senior Structural Engineer at Stantec, you will utilize your skills in leadership, communication, problem solving, design and construction documentation, code analysis and engineering judgment in a fast-paced professional environment. In addition, you will assist in mentoring and guiding other technical professionals in a team environment.
Stantec provides its employees with the opportunity to design their own career through our professional development programs, continuing education, training opportunities, and paid professional organization membership. The culture at Stantec allows employees to participate in a variety of frequent companywide events and social opportunities, as well as opportunities to give back to the communities we live in and serve. Stantec provides employees with a 401(k) and company match plan, a comprehensive health benefits package, competitive salaries, flexible scheduling, and generous time-off with paid holiday and vacation time carry-over programs.
YOUR KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
As a member of our Structural team, your role covers a wide array of tasks and responsibilities, including technical design and production, project and personnel management, and business development. Briefly, these are summarized below.
- Provide technical expertise and guidance for project conception, design approach and work production.
- Perform structural design - produce construction drawings, project manuals, reports, etc.
- Perform site / facility field assessments.
- Provide Quality Assurance/Quality Control reviews for work produced by team staff and others.
- Direct other members of structural team on best practices and work production.
- Oversee structural team project workload.
- Implement and monitor design approach.
- Work with other disciplines and project managers to ensure proper coordination and alignment.
- Manage and assist others in preparing professional service work scope proposals and estimated design fees.
- Participate in and develop Team marketing strategies and identify target markets and clients.
- Network with others to develop leads and establish partnerships with internal and external clients.
YOUR CAPABILITIES AND CREDENTIALS
To successfully perform and meet the responsibilities of the Senior Structural Engineer position, the following capabilities and credentials are essential:
- Proven leadership skills that include leading, guiding and directing successful team outcomes.
- Experience and knowledge of structural design and analysis of steel, concrete, masonry structures.
- Experience and knowledge in construction observation and condition assessment of various building types and construction materials, including concrete, masonry, and steel.
- Requisite knowledge and application of structural design codes, standards, and applicable building codes.
- Perform calculations and utilize structural software/hand calculations for design/analysis of various building materials (steel, concrete, masonry, wood).
- Ability to communicate both verbally and in written form concepts and ideas to a diverse audience of Architects, Engineers, and Owner clients effectively.
- Working knowledge and familiarity with building codes and industry design standards, and related structural design software for industrial facilities and structures, buildings, tanks, above grade and below grade foundations, including deep foundations.
- Experience with finite-element analysis (FEA) and an understanding of how FEA can be applied to complex structural engineering problems.
- Excellent organization and communication skills, both written and verbal, along with excellent interpersonal abilities and willingness to work in a team environment and help lead project and proposal efforts.
- Skill and knowledge to create, suggest, and introduce innovative and effective client solutions.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil/Structural Engineering required.
- Professional Engineer (P.E. and/or S.E.) required.
- A minimum of 10 years of relevant experience related to Structural Engineering, or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above, is required.
- Experience with modeling software (Autodesk Revit).
- Proficient in the use of structural design software such as Tekla TSD, STAAD-Pro, CSI Products, Ram Products, RISA products, or other design software.
- Must be willing to travel to regional project sites, including some overnight travel.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Typical office environment, working with computers and drawings for long periods of time. Field work may include exposure to hazards including construction, weather, and industrial operations that may be experienced at industrial facilities and water and/or wastewater related facilities.
The expectation is that the person selected for this role will work in the Plymouth and/or Minneapolis office and generally will be in the office a minimum of 3 days per week.
This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.
Stantec is a place where the best and brightest come to build on each other’s talents, do exciting work, and make an impact on the world around us. Join us and redefine your personal best.
ABOUT STANTEC
Stantec is a global leader in sustainable engineering, architecture, and environmental consulting. The diverse perspectives of our partners and interested parties drive us to think beyond what’s previously been done on critical issues like climate change, digital transformation, and future-proofing our cities and infrastructure. We innovate at the intersection of community, creativity, and client relationships to advance communities everywhere, so that together we can redefine what’s possible.
PAY RANGE:
- Locations in MN, OH, VT, & Various CA, NY Areas - $128,600.00 - $192,900.00 Annually
PAY TRANSPARENCY: In compliance with pay transparency laws, pay ranges are provided for positions in locations where required. Please note, the final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. At Stantec certain roles are bonus eligible. Actual compensation for part-time roles will be pro-rated based on the agreed number of working hours per week.
BENEFITS SUMMARY: Regular full-time and part-time employees (working at least 20 hours per week) have access to medical, dental, and vision plans, a wellness program, health saving accounts, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) plan, employee stock purchase program, life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, short-term/long-term disability plans, emergency travel benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional membership fee coverage and paid family leave. Regular full-time and part-time employees will receive ten paid holidays in each calendar year. In addition, employees will be eligible to accrue vacation between 10 and 20 days per year and eligible for paid sick leave (and if more generous, in accordance with state and local law).
Temporary/casual employees have access to 401(k) plans, employee stock purchase program, and paid leave, in accordance with state and local law.
The benefits information listed above may not apply to union positions because benefits for such positions are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements.
LOCATION
Primary Location: United States | MN | Minneapolis
Employee Status: Regular
Business Justification: Replacement
Travel: Yes
Schedule: Full time
Job Posting: 19/05/2026 11:05:14
Req ID: 1005955
Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. At Stantec we are committed to ensuring our recruitment process is accessible to all. If you require reasonable adjustments to be made during the recruitment process then please inform a member of our Talent Acquisition team.
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Search Structural Engineer Jobs in MinnesotaStructural Engineer Jobs in Minnesota: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies sponsor visas for structural engineers in Minnesota?
Engineering and consulting firms with active Minnesota offices are the most consistent sponsors. AECOM, Kimley-Horn, WSP, Burns & McDonnell, and Stantec have all filed H-1B visa petitions for structural engineering roles in the state. Smaller regional firms like Wold Architects and Engineers and Ericksen Roed also hire internationally, particularly for niche structural specialties tied to healthcare and higher education facilities.
Which visa types are most common for structural engineer roles in Minnesota?
The H-1B is the most common visa for structural engineers in Minnesota, as the role qualifies as a specialty occupation requiring at least a bachelor's degree in civil or structural engineering. Candidates with a master's degree benefit from the advanced degree exemption in the H-1B lottery. The O-1A is an option for engineers with exceptional recognition, and TN visa status is available to Canadian and Mexican nationals under USMCA.
Which cities in Minnesota have the most structural engineer sponsorship jobs?
Minneapolis and Saint Paul account for the large majority of structural engineer sponsorship activity in Minnesota. The Twin Cities metro hosts the state's largest engineering offices and most active infrastructure projects, including MnDOT contracts, light rail work, and large commercial developments. Rochester sees some demand driven by the Mayo Clinic campus expansion, and Duluth has occasional openings tied to port and bridge infrastructure.
How to find structural engineer visa sponsorship jobs in Minnesota?
Migrate Mate filters job listings specifically for employers willing to sponsor international candidates, making it a practical starting point for structural engineers targeting Minnesota. Rather than sifting through generic postings, you can browse roles at firms already active in H-1B sponsorship for structural engineering. Focusing your search on the Twin Cities metro and filtering by firms with infrastructure or commercial building project portfolios will return the most relevant results.
Are there state-specific factors that affect structural engineer sponsorship in Minnesota?
Minnesota's Professional Engineer licensure requirement is worth factoring into your job search. Many employers require or strongly prefer candidates who are licensed or license-eligible in Minnesota, which can influence their willingness to sponsor. The University of Minnesota also produces a strong domestic engineering pipeline, so international candidates with specialized experience in bridge engineering, seismic analysis, or healthcare facility structures tend to stand out more in the local market.
What is the prevailing wage for sponsored structural engineer jobs in Minnesota?
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.