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UK to US close family in US, best way to start process, costs involved?

Hey folks

As per the title, I'm looking to move from the UK to the US, my dad is a green card holding resident married to a US citizen, I am over 21 & unmarried, and qualified via a HND (2 year associate's diploma I believe is the US equivalent) as a civil engineer. I am 2 years into my career and hoping to change career after I move.

I am just wondering what would be the best process to go through, it's my understanding that I could apply straight for a green card as a 3rd priority family member, although I've heard the waiting list for this can be fairly extensive (2+ years), and potentially costly? I am wondering if my current line of work would qualify me for a work sponsorship, and if I could then change jobs after getting to the US on a work visa? Additionally, where is the best place for overseas applicants to find visa sponsoring employers, I've been struggling to find anything solid that didn't stink of a scam.

Any input would be appreciated, it's a move I've been considering for the last few years. Unfortunately my dad's somewhat useless with such things and isn't able to offer much help.

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