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Project Mechanical Engineer IV
Cannon Design INC · 🇺🇸 Chicago, IL
Sponsorship verdict
Sponsorship possible
One solid signal, not two — worth applying, and worth asking about sponsorship early.
- Employer is on a government sponsor recordThe US Department of Labor certified 29 H-1B/E-3 labor condition applications for this employer between Oct 2025 and Jun 2026 (latest May 2026) — the step every H-1B hire needs first. USCIS also records 6 H-1B approvals in FY2023. Source: LCA disclosure data (US Department of Labor (OFLC)).
- The posting doesn’t mention sponsorshipSilence isn’t a refusal — ask the recruiter before investing much time.
- No salary bar for this routeH-1B has no fixed salary bar: the employer must pay at least the prevailing wage for the role and area. Cap-subject employers enter a lottery weighted by wage level. Source: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2025/12/29/2025-23853/weighted-selection-process-for-registrants-and-petitioners-seeking-to-file-cap-subject-h-1b, rules effective 2026-02-27.
- What Cannon Design INC paid sponsored hires in similar roles1 certified filing for “Consulting Sr. Manager (Industrial Engineer)” (Industrial Engineers) in IL: $197k–$197k, median $197k. Most were filed at wage level IV (100%) — 4 lottery entries, ≈61% projected selection odds for cap-subject employers. The pay stated here ($103,020.00 to $128,826.00) is below what this employer usually pays sponsored hires for this role. Source: US Department of Labor LCA disclosure data (Oct 2025 – Jun 2026).
- Confirmed live todayWhen a source last listed this job as open.
US H-1B: cap-subject employers enter a lottery weighted by wage level — Level I gets 1 entry, Level IV gets 4 (DHS projected selection odds ≈15% at Level I to ≈61% at Level IV). Universities and non-profit research employers are cap-exempt. The $100,000 fee for new petitions from abroad is currently blocked by a court order (appeal pending).
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Sponsor Radar — Cannon Design INC
The US Department of Labor certified 29 H-1B/E-3 labor condition applications for this employer between Oct 2025 and Jun 2026 (latest May 2026) — the step every H-1B hire needs first. USCIS also records 6 H-1B approvals in FY2023. Source: LCA disclosure data (US Department of Labor (OFLC)).
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About the role
If you think your skills, experience and aspirations make you a good match for this position, we encourage you to apply. ABOUT THE ROLE You will be a member of our multi-disciplinary team and will work under the direction of designated project leadership. Projects may include new construction and renovation in educational, healthcare, corporate commercial and science and technology. HERE'S WHAT YOU'LL DO • Perform and direct complex design of ductwork, piping and equipment selection for HVAC systems for large scale size buildings. Able to work independently in all Mechanical disciplines with no oversight or guidance. As necessary assist with Plumbing and Fire Protection Designs. • Oversee, guide, mentor and provide technical leadership to designers and engineering team. • Direct the work of less experienced staff including the development and presentation of annual performance reviews. • May serve in the QAQC process and an independent reviewer. • Interface effectively with clients and members of the design team. • Oversee the use of engineering complexities related to the use Energy Model software. • Prepare Revit/BIM modeling of construction drawings of HVAC systems from schematic design to construction administration phases including layout, sketches and detail drawings as required. As necessary perform Revit/BIM modeling for plumbing and fire protection systems. • Specify mechanical equipment such as boilers, chillers, and air handling units. • Review and accept selective shop drawings for compliance of specifications and contract documents. • Interface effectively with clients and members of the project team and attend Owner, Architect, Construction Administration (OAC) meetings with an understanding and focus on the project budget. • Participate or lead value engineering sessions with Architectural/Engineering team. • Recommend improvements with reference standards and processes to improve quality, coordination, and to streamline production efforts. • Conduct staff development activities including work planning, budget development, scheduling in conjunction with the Project Manager. • Respond to RFI’s and review of change orders in the preparation of construction documents. • Conduct job site visits to verify existing conditions and observe construction progress. Attend and participate in construction meetings. Site visits frequently require a physical walk-through of site. • Represents company in project activities; directs activities of project team members; represents company in business development and marketing activities. May serve on internal and/or professional committees. • Perform other duties as assigned. HERE'S WHAT YOU'LL NEED • Minimum of 8 years of related experience required. • Current PE in Mechanical in the United States required. • LEED accreditation preferred. • Strong knowledge of Life Safety Codes • Ability to work independently in all mechanical disciplines with no oversight or guidance. • Excellent verbal and written communication skills. • Must be a critical thinker. • Must be highly analytical. • Must have the ability to engage effectively with clients. • Must be a fully qualified professional able to perform work with a high degree of latitude, with some ambiguity in work. • Able to effectively handle multiple projects. • Experience in computer applications for engineering design programs (i.e. Revit, Trane Trace or Trane 3D Plus) required. The salary range for this position to be filled in the Chicago, IL office is $103,020.00 to $128,826.00 annually. This salary range is the range we believe is the anticipated range of possible base compensation at the timing of the posting. We may ultimately pay more or less than the anticipated salary range for the position. Em