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Ohio's E-3 visa sponsorship market is concentrated in Columbus, Cleveland, and Cincinnati, with strong demand across healthcare, engineering, finance, and technology. The state's large research university ecosystem and Fortune 500 employer base make it a practical target for Australian professionals seeking specialty occupation roles.
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WSP is currently initiating a search for a Wetland Delineator/Environmental Scientist for our Cincinnati, Columbus, Cleveland, Dayton, Akron, Toledo or other regional offices.
Your Impact
- Assist with planning and execution of wetland delineations and stream assessments for linear and renewable energy projects in the Midwest.
- Perform duties as a wetland field team lead in accordance with current USACE 1987 Manual and Regional Supplements. Potential to support other natural resource surveys as needed.
- Understand how to operate a GPS unit to collect field data, map habitat types and sensitive resources.
- Support preparation of field equipment, mapping, Safe Work Plans, and logistics for field work.
- Perform data entry, data analysis and report compilation.
- Assist with various governmental agency coordination (USFWS, USACE, EPA, etc.).
- Assist and lead preparation of wetland delineation reports, and permit applications for federal and/or state environmental permits, including USACE Section 404 and Section 10, state wetland and stream permits, NPDES, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service coordination, and state natural heritage agency coordination.
- Field projects may require long hours and/or be physically demanding, and may require being on foot 10-12 hours per day traversing various topography while carrying equipment in varying weather conditions.
Who You Are
Required Qualifications
- 5+ years of experience conducting wetland delineations and stream assessments, preferably in Ohio and surrounding states.
- Bachelors of Arts or Bachelors of Science degree in Environmental Science, Ecology, Environmental Studies, Biology or related field.
- Familiarity with USACE wetland data forms, ORAM wetland data forms, and QHEI and HHEI stream data forms.
- Experience with GPS field data collection.
- Plant identification of Midwest vegetation.
- Willingness to learn and implement various field methods for collection of data.
- Proficient with data management, organization and MS Office Suite.
- Attention and commitment to timely completion of high-quality work, often independently motivated.
- Flexibility and adaptability to meet fast-paced demands.
- Willing to work long hours in the field for possibly two weeks out of the month or more during peak periods of fieldwork.
- High level of motivation and an ability to work as a team lead or independently as part of various teams.
- Positive attitude and willingness to learn.
- Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources and conduct and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.
- Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience as a team lead for a wetland delineation crew and/or familiar with the typical responsibilities of the field lead role.
- Experience with use of ArcGIS, ArcOnline, ArcCollector and ArcGIS Enterprise, Trimble GPS units and Terrasync software.
- Strong technical writing skills, clear communicator, ability to work as part of multidisciplinary teams, and attention to detail.
- Knowledge of USACE 401/404 permitting, Section 10 permitting and mitigation requirements.
WSP Benefits:
WSP provides a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on a providing health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career. These benefits include coverage related to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life; retirement savings; paid sick leave; paid vacation (or other personal time); paid parental leave; and paid time off for purposes of bereavement, voting, and/or attendance at naturalization proceedings.
Compensation:
Expected Salary (all locations): $83,000 - $105,000
WSP USA is providing the compensation range that the company in good faith believes it might pay and offer for this position, based on the successful applicant’s education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities in addition to internal equity and specific geographic location. WSP USA reserves the right to ultimately pay more or less than the posted range and offer additional benefits and other compensation, depending on circumstances not related to an applicant’s sex or other status protected by local, state, and/or federal law.
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About WSP
WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. Dedicated to serving local communities, we are engineers, planners, technical experts, strategic advisors and construction management professionals. WSP USA designs lasting solutions in the buildings, transportation, energy, water and environment markets. With more than 15,000 employees in over 300 offices across the U.S., we partner with our clients to help communities prosper.
WSP provides a flexible and agile workplace model while meeting client needs. Employees are also afforded a comprehensive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and retirement savings focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career.
At WSP, we want to give our employees the challenges they seek to grow their careers and knowledge base. Your daily contributions to your team will be essential in meeting client objectives, goals and challenges. Are you ready to get started?
WSP USA (and all of its U.S. companies) is an Equal Opportunity Employer Race/Age/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Disability or Protected Veteran Status.
The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.
NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES:
WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or other staffing services. Unsolicited resumes include any resume or hiring document sent to WSP in the absence of a signed Service Agreement where WSP has expressly requested recruitment/staffing services specific to the position at hand. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers or other business leaders, will become the property of WSP and WSP will have the right to hire that candidate without reservation – no fee or other compensation will be owed or paid to the recruiter, employment agency, or other staffing service.
This Opportunity
WSP is currently initiating a search for a Wetland Delineator/Environmental Scientist for our Cincinnati, Columbus, Cleveland, Dayton, Akron, Toledo or other regional offices.
Your Impact
- Assist with planning and execution of wetland delineations and stream assessments for linear and renewable energy projects in the Midwest.
- Perform duties as a wetland field team lead in accordance with current USACE 1987 Manual and Regional Supplements. Potential to support other natural resource surveys as needed.
- Understand how to operate a GPS unit to collect field data, map habitat types and sensitive resources.
- Support preparation of field equipment, mapping, Safe Work Plans, and logistics for field work.
- Perform data entry, data analysis and report compilation.
- Assist with various governmental agency coordination (USFWS, USACE, EPA, etc.).
- Assist and lead preparation of wetland delineation reports, and permit applications for federal and/or state environmental permits, including USACE Section 404 and Section 10, state wetland and stream permits, NPDES, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service coordination, and state natural heritage agency coordination.
- Field projects may require long hours and/or be physically demanding, and may require being on foot 10-12 hours per day traversing various topography while carrying equipment in varying weather conditions.
Who You Are
Required Qualifications
- 5+ years of experience conducting wetland delineations and stream assessments, preferably in Ohio and surrounding states.
- Bachelors of Arts or Bachelors of Science degree in Environmental Science, Ecology, Environmental Studies, Biology or related field.
- Familiarity with USACE wetland data forms, ORAM wetland data forms, and QHEI and HHEI stream data forms.
- Experience with GPS field data collection.
- Plant identification of Midwest vegetation.
- Willingness to learn and implement various field methods for collection of data.
- Proficient with data management, organization and MS Office Suite.
- Attention and commitment to timely completion of high-quality work, often independently motivated.
- Flexibility and adaptability to meet fast-paced demands.
- Willing to work long hours in the field for possibly two weeks out of the month or more during peak periods of fieldwork.
- High level of motivation and an ability to work as a team lead or independently as part of various teams.
- Positive attitude and willingness to learn.
- Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources and conduct and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.
- Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience as a team lead for a wetland delineation crew and/or familiar with the typical responsibilities of the field lead role.
- Experience with use of ArcGIS, ArcOnline, ArcCollector and ArcGIS Enterprise, Trimble GPS units and Terrasync software.
- Strong technical writing skills, clear communicator, ability to work as part of multidisciplinary teams, and attention to detail.
- Knowledge of USACE 401/404 permitting, Section 10 permitting and mitigation requirements.
WSP Benefits:
WSP provides a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on a providing health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career. These benefits include coverage related to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life; retirement savings; paid sick leave; paid vacation (or other personal time); paid parental leave; and paid time off for purposes of bereavement, voting, and/or attendance at naturalization proceedings.
Compensation:
Expected Salary (all locations): $83,000 - $105,000
WSP USA is providing the compensation range that the company in good faith believes it might pay and offer for this position, based on the successful applicant’s education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities in addition to internal equity and specific geographic location. WSP USA reserves the right to ultimately pay more or less than the posted range and offer additional benefits and other compensation, depending on circumstances not related to an applicant’s sex or other status protected by local, state, and/or federal law.
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About WSP
WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. Dedicated to serving local communities, we are engineers, planners, technical experts, strategic advisors and construction management professionals. WSP USA designs lasting solutions in the buildings, transportation, energy, water and environment markets. With more than 15,000 employees in over 300 offices across the U.S., we partner with our clients to help communities prosper.
WSP provides a flexible and agile workplace model while meeting client needs. Employees are also afforded a comprehensive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and retirement savings focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career.
At WSP, we want to give our employees the challenges they seek to grow their careers and knowledge base. Your daily contributions to your team will be essential in meeting client objectives, goals and challenges. Are you ready to get started?
WSP USA (and all of its U.S. companies) is an Equal Opportunity Employer Race/Age/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Disability or Protected Veteran Status.
The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.
NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES:
WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or other staffing services. Unsolicited resumes include any resume or hiring document sent to WSP in the absence of a signed Service Agreement where WSP has expressly requested recruitment/staffing services specific to the position at hand. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers or other business leaders, will become the property of WSP and WSP will have the right to hire that candidate without reservation – no fee or other compensation will be owed or paid to the recruiter, employment agency, or other staffing service.
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Tips for Finding E-3 Sponsorship Jobs in Ohio
Focus on Ohio's research and university corridors
Ohio State University, Cleveland Clinic, and Case Western Reserve University all sponsor E-3 workers regularly. Research-affiliated roles in engineering, data science, and clinical research tend to have established sponsorship processes and familiarity with specialty occupation requirements.
Target Columbus's growing tech and finance sector
Columbus has emerged as a significant tech and financial services hub, with employers like JPMorgan Chase, Nationwide, and a dense startup ecosystem. These employers frequently hire for specialty occupation roles that align directly with E-3 eligibility criteria.
Use Migrate Mate to filter for E-3 sponsorship jobs in Ohio
Migrate Mate's job board lets you filter specifically by visa type and state, so you can browse Ohio roles where employers have indicated E-3 sponsorship willingness without sifting through listings that don't apply to your situation.
Check Cincinnati's manufacturing and engineering employers
Cincinnati is home to major manufacturers and consumer goods companies, including Procter and Gamble and Kroger. Engineering, supply chain, and IT roles at these firms regularly qualify as specialty occupations, making them worth targeting in your Ohio job search.
Prioritize employers with existing LCA filings in Ohio
Employers who have previously filed Labor Condition Applications for E-3 workers are significantly more likely to sponsor again. The Department of Labor's OFLC disclosure data is publicly searchable and lets you identify Ohio companies with a track record of E-3 or H-1B visa sponsorship.
Understand Ohio's industry spread before applying broadly
Ohio's sponsorship jobs span healthcare systems in Cleveland, insurance and finance in Columbus, and advanced manufacturing across the state. Knowing which metro area aligns with your specialty helps you target outreach effectively rather than applying to roles with low sponsorship likelihood.
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Which industries in Ohio sponsor the most E-3 visas?
Healthcare, technology, financial services, and engineering are the most active industries for E-3 visa sponsorship in Ohio. Cleveland's major hospital systems, Columbus's finance and insurance sector, and the state's large manufacturing base all generate demand for specialty occupation roles that qualify under E-3 requirements. Research institutions affiliated with Ohio's universities also sponsor consistently.
Which cities in Ohio have the most E-3 sponsorship jobs?
Columbus, Cleveland, and Cincinnati are Ohio's three primary markets for E-3 sponsorship. Columbus leads in technology, finance, and government-adjacent roles. Cleveland is strongest in healthcare and engineering. Cincinnati's employer base skews toward consumer goods, manufacturing, and corporate services. Smaller markets like Dayton and Akron have sponsorship activity but at lower volume.
What types of roles typically qualify for E-3 sponsorship in Ohio?
Roles that qualify for E-3 sponsorship in Ohio are specialty occupations requiring at least a bachelor's degree in a directly related field. Common qualifying roles include software engineers, financial analysts, civil and mechanical engineers, registered nurses with advanced qualifications, data scientists, and management consultants. General roles where any degree field is acceptable typically do not meet the specialty occupation standard.
How do I find E-3 sponsorship jobs in Ohio?
Migrate Mate is the most direct way to find E-3 sponsorship jobs in Ohio, since the platform filters roles by visa type and state so you see only relevant listings. Beyond that, searching the Department of Labor's OFLC disclosure database for Ohio-based LCA filings identifies employers with active sponsorship history. Targeting companies with established immigration programs in Columbus, Cleveland, and Cincinnati gives you the strongest starting point.
What is the prevailing wage for E-3 jobs in Ohio?
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.