Structural Engineer Visa Sponsorship Jobs in South Carolina
South Carolina's structural engineer job market is anchored by infrastructure growth along the I-26 corridor, coastal development in Charleston and Myrtle Beach, and manufacturing expansion in the Upstate region near Greenville and Spartanburg. Firms like Terracon, SCDOT contractors, and national engineering consultancies actively recruit structural engineers across the state.
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INTRODUCTION
Would you like to be part of a family who loves to take on exciting challenges? Metromont LLC has been one of the leaders in the construction industry for nearly a century and is currently accepting resumes to be part of our dynamic team!
Metromont was founded in 1925 on the principles of faith, honor, and passion, and almost 100 years later, those values are still the foundation of who we are and everything we do. A third-generation company with nearly 1,500 associates across six manufacturing facilities in South Carolina, Georgia, Florida, and Virginia, Metromont is a leader and pioneer in the engineering and manufacturing of precast concrete. Most of all, we’re a trusted partner, working side-by-side with our customers from the earliest stages of project design through turnover of the completed structure. In addition to the production of precast concrete, Metromont provides our customers with complementary design and engineering, hauling, erection, and field services to support their full construction needs. Across the eastern seaboard, the southeast, and even as far west as Arizona, our customers rely on us to provide innovative precast solutions and the best quality for their parking structures, data centers, multifamily housing, office buildings, warehouses, schools, and stadiums. And we do, because a trusted partner is who we are – and who we’ve been for nearly a century.
POSITION
Senior Structural Engineer
JOB DATA
Department Code: 807X
Account Code: 701000
Department Name: Engineering
Account Name: Non-Plant Exempt
POSITION PURPOSE
This position includes senior-level structural engineers with PE certification who provide leadership, training, industry experience, and technical expertise. The Senior Structural Engineer has the ability to take on technically complicated, complex projects.
Responsibilities
- Perform engineering calculations and details for all products and connections.
- Independently perform lateral analysis and design; troubleshoot and check laterals.
- Lead project teams.
- Independently manage engineering design aspects of a project with minimal assistance or guidance.
- Review contract documents to be familiar with project requirements.
- Attend project meetings and lead coordination meetings.
- Write and review complex requests for information (RFI).
- Resolve design issues independently and assist others with solving engineering design related problems.
- Serve as point of contact for Metromont engineers and subcontractors for resolution of more complicated technical questions and problems.
- Check engineering design calculations and details of others including that of external consultants for accuracy, efficiency, and adherence to Metromont standards and Engineering Design Process.
- Review erection drawings, master shop tickets, and any additional shop tickets to ensure designs and standards are followed.
- Aware of production through regular plant visits and participation in plant meetings relevant to assigned projects.
- Become licensed in states where engineering work is performed and, when assigned, reviews and stamps erection drawings, calculations, and repair details.
- Evaluate design cost as compared to estimate and take appropriate action.
- Complete repairs without assistance.
- May be an active participant in external industry organizations such as PCI and ACI.
- Participate in pre-sale engineering design processes as requested by the sales department.
- Must adhere to all Metromont and OSHA safety rules and regulations.
SCOPE OF AUTHORITY
- Works independently with little supervision
- Makes decisions related to their own projects regarding assignment of tasks
- Provide guidance and coaching to Design Engineers; interact closely with project team including project managers, general managers, drafting, and production
- Reports to the Engineering Manager
CHARACTERISTICS (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities)
- 7+ years of relevant engineering experience – internal or external
- Previous precast concrete engineering design knowledge preferred
- Highly dependable with strong work ethic
- Eager to learn
- Able to work individually or on a team
- Strongly values relationships and interaction with people
- Maintains a balanced perspective about change; adapts when necessary while placing value in consistency of processes
- Positive outlook
- Computer skills (experience with engineering design software preferred)
- Analytical thinker with above average problem-solving skills
- Attention to detail and accuracy
- Strong personal organization skills
- Above average ability to manage multiple priorities
- Self-motivated
- Values teaching and demonstrates a willingness to develop others
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and priorities, maintain project schedules, and work effectively within a project team
- Above average assertiveness; proactively addresses project issues
- Strong communication skills
- Able to document ongoing information on projects for record keeping purposes
- Able to adapt to changes in work schedules, tasks, or processes
- Values and demonstrates safe working behaviors
EDUCATION AND TECHNOLOGY
- BS Civil Engineering required; structural emphasis preferred
- PE Certification required
WORK ENVIRONMENT / SCHEDULE
- Typically works inside in an office environment
- Monday – Friday, 8am – 5pm; schedule flexibility may be required to meet deadlines
PERSONAL PROTECTION EQUIPMENT (PPE)
- Safety glasses
- High-visibility vest
- Hard hat
- Steel-toed shoes
- Hearing protection
PPE only required with working in the plant
Physical Requirements
This is an office position which requires walking, standing, and sitting.
Disclaimer:
This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Other duties as assigned may be required. All associates are expected to conduct themselves in a manner that is consistent with Metromont’s core values and to actively participate in all company safety, training, and observation programs.
Metromont LLC (Company) is an equal opportunity employer. The Company is committed to the spirit and letter of all federal, state and local laws and regulations pertaining to equal opportunity. To this end, the Company does not discriminate against any individual with regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy (including medical needs due to pregnancy, childbirth or other medical conditions), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or other protected status. This Policy extends to all terms, conditions and privileges of employment, as well as the use of all Company facilities.
The Company is also committed to making reasonable accommodations based on an individual’s disability, religion, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions (including, but not limited to, lactation), or any other protected status where a reasonable accommodation is required under the law. No form of unlawful discrimination, unlawful harassment, unlawful refusal to reasonably accommodate or unlawful retaliation will be tolerated.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
Structural Engineer Job Roles in South Carolina
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Which companies sponsor visas for structural engineers in South Carolina?
Engineering consultancies and construction firms are the most active sponsors in South Carolina. National firms with a South Carolina presence, including Jacobs, WSP, and Terracon, have a track record of H-1B visa sponsorship for engineering roles. State DOT project contractors and firms supporting Charleston's port expansion and Upstate manufacturing facilities also periodically sponsor qualified structural engineers. Sponsorship availability varies by firm size and project pipeline.
Which visa types are most common for structural engineer roles in South Carolina?
The H-1B is the most common visa for structural engineers in South Carolina, as the role qualifies as a specialty occupation requiring at least a bachelor's degree in civil or structural engineering. Candidates with a Professional Engineer license may strengthen their petition. Canadian and Mexican citizens can pursue the TN visa under the USMCA, which covers engineers without the H-1B lottery. Australian citizens may be eligible for the E-3 visa.
Which cities in South Carolina have the most structural engineer sponsorship jobs?
Charleston leads the state for structural engineering activity, driven by port infrastructure investment, coastal residential development, and federal projects. Columbia, as the state capital, has consistent demand tied to government and institutional construction. The Upstate cities of Greenville and Spartanburg have grown significantly due to manufacturing plant construction, including projects supporting BMW and other automotive suppliers, which requires ongoing structural engineering services.
How to find structural engineer visa sponsorship jobs in South Carolina?
Migrate Mate filters job listings specifically by visa sponsorship availability, making it straightforward to browse structural engineer roles in South Carolina without sorting through positions that don't offer sponsorship. You can filter by state and role type to see active openings from firms already willing to sponsor. This is particularly useful in South Carolina, where sponsoring employers are concentrated in Charleston, Columbia, and the Greenville-Spartanburg metro.
Are there state-specific considerations for structural engineers seeking sponsorship in South Carolina?
South Carolina does not require state-level work authorization beyond federal visa requirements, but structural engineers working on licensed projects may need a South Carolina Professional Engineer license through LLRONLINE, the state's licensing board. For visa sponsorship purposes, employers filing H-1B petitions must submit a Labor Condition Application certifying the prevailing wage for the specific geographic area, which differs between Charleston, Columbia, and Upstate metros.
What is the prevailing wage for sponsored structural engineer jobs in South Carolina?
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.