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Civil project engineer visa sponsorship jobs in Utah are concentrated in Salt Lake City, Provo, and St. George, driven by major infrastructure expansion across the Wasatch Front. Firms like AECOM, Jacobs, and WSP regularly hire sponsored engineers for highway, water, and transit projects. Utah's fast-growing population keeps demand for qualified civil engineers consistently strong.
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Requisition ID: 98155
Job Category: Engineering; Construction
Location: Salt Lake City, UT, United States
Join a company that is passionately committed to the pursuit of a better world through positive change. With more than 70 years of business and technical expertise in mining, energy, and infrastructure, our 10,000 colleagues in 150 countries tirelessly work toward bettering the industries in which we operate. With practical solutions that are safe, innovative and sustainable, we think globally while acting locally.
Join our Project Delivery Group (PDG), a dynamic team of professionals passionately committed to world-class project delivery across the globe. With expertise in sustainable studies, asset building and operations, and industry-leading efficiencies, our best-in-class team leverages methodologies, governance and systems that are unparalleled in the engineering space. Are you looking for an opportunity to join a diverse group of professionals who are committed to remaining exceptional? We look forward to hearing from you.
Hatch is currently seeking Project Engineers in Salt Lake City, UT to provide engineering analysis, design engineering, and construction management support on a wide range of heavy industrial projects. The Project Engineer will incorporate design concepts into design development and work with the project team in conjunction with the Project Manager to produce design reports and construction bid documents. Prepare plans and reports, and conduct investigations supporting complex scopes of work and designs. Organize, execute and coordinate task assignments contributing to overall project delivery. Perform work compliant with client contractual terms and local, state and federal codes, ordinances, rules and/or regulations while ensuring completion on time and on budget. Act as technical liaison within and outside the company.
Key Responsibilities:
- Perform engineering duties in planning, designing, bidding and engineering services during construction associated with the delivery of water and wastewater treatment, pumping station and pipeline projects including operations and processes, building structures, and ancillary facilities such as driveways, service roads, yard piping, and drainage.
- Supervise and direct technical project staff in conjunction with the Project Manager in the preparation of preliminary engineering reports, designs, plans and specifications, and contract bid documents.
- Analyze survey reports, maps, and drawings, aerial and other topographical or geologic data for incorporation into project investigations, planning and design.
- Compute water and wastewater treatment process loadings, water and wastewater flow rates, and other parameters integral to preparation of preliminary engineering reports and final designs.
- Identify and recommend technological, operational or engineering changes that will improve system reliability, regulatory compliance or reduce cost.
- Develop and improve process control, operation & maintenance (O&M) manuals, and O&M training programs.
- Monitor, direct and control activities of engineering sub consultants.
- Perform design reviews and engineering discipline coordination.
- Assist in development and implementation of quality assurance plans and field inspection plans on assigned projects.
- Participate in preparing proposals in support of marketing and sales activities.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or related discipline.
- Minimally, 5 years of heavy industrial experience.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills to facilitate close work with clients, field personnel and internal departments in achieving deadlines and quality work.
- Ability to organize and prioritize personal workload and make necessary adjustments in meeting critical deadlines.
- Knowledge of industry best practices related to Quality Control/Quality Assurance.
- Must be proficient in the use of a computer for design and understand CAD operations.
- Knowledge and understanding of applicable industry codes and regulations.
- Ability to mentor project engineering staff members early in their career development.
Why join us?
- Work with great people to make a difference.
- Collaborate on exciting projects to develop innovative solutions.
- Top employer.
What we offer you?
- Flexible work environment.
- Long term career development.
- Think globally, work locally.
Don't meet every single requirement? You don't need to. At Hatch, we are building a diverse, inclusive workplace that fosters innovation. If you're interested in this role, we encourage you to apply even if your past experiences don't perfectly align with the skills we've listed.
We're committed to fostering a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we operate and serve. Hatch is an Equal Opportunity Employer that considers applicants without regard to age, race, color, national origin, citizenship, religion, creed, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, veteran, or any other protected status. If you have any accommodation requirements, please let us know. We'll do our best to meet your needs in accordance with applicable local legislation.

Requisition ID: 98155
Job Category: Engineering; Construction
Location: Salt Lake City, UT, United States
Join a company that is passionately committed to the pursuit of a better world through positive change. With more than 70 years of business and technical expertise in mining, energy, and infrastructure, our 10,000 colleagues in 150 countries tirelessly work toward bettering the industries in which we operate. With practical solutions that are safe, innovative and sustainable, we think globally while acting locally.
Join our Project Delivery Group (PDG), a dynamic team of professionals passionately committed to world-class project delivery across the globe. With expertise in sustainable studies, asset building and operations, and industry-leading efficiencies, our best-in-class team leverages methodologies, governance and systems that are unparalleled in the engineering space. Are you looking for an opportunity to join a diverse group of professionals who are committed to remaining exceptional? We look forward to hearing from you.
Hatch is currently seeking Project Engineers in Salt Lake City, UT to provide engineering analysis, design engineering, and construction management support on a wide range of heavy industrial projects. The Project Engineer will incorporate design concepts into design development and work with the project team in conjunction with the Project Manager to produce design reports and construction bid documents. Prepare plans and reports, and conduct investigations supporting complex scopes of work and designs. Organize, execute and coordinate task assignments contributing to overall project delivery. Perform work compliant with client contractual terms and local, state and federal codes, ordinances, rules and/or regulations while ensuring completion on time and on budget. Act as technical liaison within and outside the company.
Key Responsibilities:
- Perform engineering duties in planning, designing, bidding and engineering services during construction associated with the delivery of water and wastewater treatment, pumping station and pipeline projects including operations and processes, building structures, and ancillary facilities such as driveways, service roads, yard piping, and drainage.
- Supervise and direct technical project staff in conjunction with the Project Manager in the preparation of preliminary engineering reports, designs, plans and specifications, and contract bid documents.
- Analyze survey reports, maps, and drawings, aerial and other topographical or geologic data for incorporation into project investigations, planning and design.
- Compute water and wastewater treatment process loadings, water and wastewater flow rates, and other parameters integral to preparation of preliminary engineering reports and final designs.
- Identify and recommend technological, operational or engineering changes that will improve system reliability, regulatory compliance or reduce cost.
- Develop and improve process control, operation & maintenance (O&M) manuals, and O&M training programs.
- Monitor, direct and control activities of engineering sub consultants.
- Perform design reviews and engineering discipline coordination.
- Assist in development and implementation of quality assurance plans and field inspection plans on assigned projects.
- Participate in preparing proposals in support of marketing and sales activities.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or related discipline.
- Minimally, 5 years of heavy industrial experience.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills to facilitate close work with clients, field personnel and internal departments in achieving deadlines and quality work.
- Ability to organize and prioritize personal workload and make necessary adjustments in meeting critical deadlines.
- Knowledge of industry best practices related to Quality Control/Quality Assurance.
- Must be proficient in the use of a computer for design and understand CAD operations.
- Knowledge and understanding of applicable industry codes and regulations.
- Ability to mentor project engineering staff members early in their career development.
Why join us?
- Work with great people to make a difference.
- Collaborate on exciting projects to develop innovative solutions.
- Top employer.
What we offer you?
- Flexible work environment.
- Long term career development.
- Think globally, work locally.
Don't meet every single requirement? You don't need to. At Hatch, we are building a diverse, inclusive workplace that fosters innovation. If you're interested in this role, we encourage you to apply even if your past experiences don't perfectly align with the skills we've listed.
We're committed to fostering a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we operate and serve. Hatch is an Equal Opportunity Employer that considers applicants without regard to age, race, color, national origin, citizenship, religion, creed, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, veteran, or any other protected status. If you have any accommodation requirements, please let us know. We'll do our best to meet your needs in accordance with applicable local legislation.
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Which companies sponsor visas for civil project engineers in Utah?
Large engineering and construction firms with active Utah offices are the most consistent sponsors. AECOM, Jacobs, WSP, Terracon, and Horrocks Engineers have all filed Labor Condition Applications for civil engineering roles in Utah. Utah Department of Transportation contractors and water infrastructure firms also sponsor periodically. Smaller regional firms occasionally sponsor for specialized roles, though large firms with established immigration programs are the more reliable path.
Which visa types are most common for civil project engineer roles in Utah?
The H-1B is the most common visa category for civil project engineers in Utah, as the role generally qualifies as a specialty occupation requiring a bachelor's degree in civil engineering or a related field. Some Canadian and Mexican nationals working on cross-border infrastructure projects may qualify for TN status under the USMCA. Engineers with extraordinary ability may explore the O-1, though it is far less common in this field.
Which cities in Utah have the most civil project engineer sponsorship jobs?
Salt Lake City accounts for the largest share of civil project engineer sponsorship activity in Utah, given its concentration of engineering firm offices and proximity to UDOT headquarters. Provo and Ogden also see steady demand, tied to regional highway and utility projects. St. George is an emerging hub due to rapid residential and infrastructure growth in Washington County. Most major firms with Utah operations are headquartered or regionally staffed in the Salt Lake Valley.
How to find civil project engineer visa sponsorship jobs in Utah?
Migrate Mate filters job listings specifically to roles where employers have a documented history of visa sponsorship, making it more efficient than general job searches for civil project engineers targeting Utah. You can filter by state and role to see active openings from firms like AECOM, Jacobs, and regional Utah engineering companies. Migrate Mate focuses on international candidates, so the listings are already screened for sponsorship relevance rather than requiring you to research each employer individually.
Are there any Utah-specific considerations for civil project engineers seeking visa sponsorship?
Utah's prevailing wage determinations for civil project engineers are set by the Department of Labor and tied to the Salt Lake City and Provo metropolitan statistical areas, which affects what sponsoring employers must pay. The University of Utah and Brigham Young University produce a strong local engineering pipeline, meaning competition for sponsored roles can be competitive. Utah's infrastructure boom, including the Point of the Mountain development and ongoing I-15 corridor projects, is actively driving demand that has historically supported sponsorship activity.
What is the prevailing wage for sponsored civil project engineer jobs in Utah?
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.
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