Top 10 Companies Sponsoring J-1 Visas for Engineering Managers

Mihailo Bozic
Mihailo Bozic
Updated August 26, 2026 · 4 min read

The top 10 companies sponsoring J-1 visas for Engineering Managers include ASM, The University of Texas at Austin, and Tetra Tech, spanning consulting and professional services firms alongside research universities. Migrate Mate is tracking 27 live J-1 jobs across these employers as of August 26, 2026, updated daily. For Engineering Managers, J-1 sponsorship at these organizations typically comes through the trainee or research scholar category, meaning the role must align with a structured exchange program administered by a designated sponsor organization.

Which companies sponsor the most J-1 visas for Engineering Managers?

Ranked by live J-1 openings on Migrate Mate, updated daily

  1. 01
    ASM

    ASM

    SemiconductorsEquipmentEngineering

    ASM International is a semiconductor equipment company supplying deposition, epitaxy, and other wafer processing systems to chipmakers worldwide.

    No open roles at ASM on Migrate Mate right now. Sponsorship activity is seasonal, so check back soon.

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  2. 02
    The University of Texas at Austin

    The University of Texas at Austin

    Higher EducationResearchEngineering

    The University of Texas at Austin has 8 live J-1 openings for engineering managers. The University of Texas at Austin is a major public research university offering programs across engineering, sciences, and the liberal arts.

    Open roles by team

    • Science & Research13
    • Engineering (Non-Software)8
    • Data Science & Analytics4
    • Project & Program Management2
    • Software Engineering2

    +8 roles across other teams

    Open roles at The University of Texas at Austin8 open
    Postdoctoral Fellow, Center for Energy and Environmental Systems Analysis, Cockrell School of Engineering
    Austin, Texas · On-site
    Apply
    Research Associate, McKetta Department of Chemical Engineering, Cockrell School of Engineering
    Austin, Texas · On-site
    Apply
    Postdoctoral Fellow - TMI, Agentic AI, Texas Materials Institute, Cockrell School of Engineering
    Austin, Texas · On-site
    Apply
    Postdoctoral Fellow, Petroleum and Geosystems Engineering, Cockrell School of Engineering
    Austin, Texas · On-site
    Apply
    Postdoctoral Fellow, Nuclear Engineering Teaching Lab, Cockrell School of Engineering
    Austin, Texas · On-site
    Apply
    See all The University of Texas at Austin J-1 jobs
  3. 03
    Tetra Tech

    Tetra Tech

    ConsultingEnvironmentalInfrastructure

    Tetra Tech has 1 live J-1 openings for engineering managers. Tetra Tech delivers environmental, engineering, and infrastructure consulting services to government and commercial clients worldwide.

    Open roles by team

    • Civil & Structural Engineering10
    • Engineering (Non-Software)10
    Open roles at Tetra Tech1 open
    Engineering Assistant Intern
    Tampa, Florida · On-site
    Apply
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  5. 04
    Simpson Gumpertz & Heger Inc.

    Simpson Gumpertz & Heger Inc.

    ConsultingStructural EngineeringBuilding Technology

    Simpson Gumpertz & Heger Inc. has 4 live J-1 openings for engineering managers. Simpson Gumpertz & Heger is a structural and building technology engineering firm serving architecture, construction, and litigation clients.

    Open roles by team

    • Civil & Structural Engineering10
    • Engineering (Non-Software)8
    Open roles at Simpson Gumpertz & Heger Inc.4 open
    Internship, Structural Engineering, 2026
    Chicago, Illinois · On-site
    Apply
    Internship, Structural Engineering (Fall 2026)
    Oakland, California · On-site
    Apply
    Internship, Geotechnical Engineering (Fall 2026)
    Waltham, Massachusetts · On-site
    Apply
    Internship, Civil Engineering Fall 2026
    Waltham · On-site
    Apply
    See all Simpson Gumpertz & Heger Inc. J-1 jobs
  6. 05
    Audubon Companies

    Audubon Companies

    Engineering ServicesEnergyProject Management

    Audubon Companies has 8 live J-1 openings for engineering managers. Audubon Companies provides engineering, technical staffing, and project management services across energy and industrial sectors.

    Open roles by team

    • Engineering (Non-Software)14
    • Civil & Structural Engineering6
    • Chemical Engineering3
    • Electrical Engineering2
    • Mechanical Engineering1
    Open roles at Audubon Companies8 open
    Civil/Structural Engineering Intern
    Metairie, Louisiana · On-site
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    Mechanical Engineering Intern
    Metairie, Louisiana · On-site
    Apply
    Process Engineering Intern
    Midland, Texas · On-site
    Apply
    Instrument Engineering Intern
    Houston, Texas · On-site
    Apply
    Electrical Engineering Intern
    Metairie, Louisiana · On-site
    Apply
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  7. Editor’s note

    How this list is ranked

    These employers are ranked by how many J-1 openings they have live on Migrate Mate right now, so the list reflects who is actively hiring for J-1 roles today rather than historical government filings. Openings change daily, so treat a high count as a strong current signal, and confirm the specific role and your eligibility before you apply.

  8. 06
    KPFF Consulting Engineers

    KPFF Consulting Engineers

    ConsultingStructural EngineeringCivil Engineering

    KPFF Consulting Engineers has 2 live J-1 openings for engineering managers. KPFF Consulting Engineers provides structural, civil, and mechanical engineering services for building and infrastructure projects.

    Open roles by team

    • Civil & Structural Engineering6
    • Engineering (Non-Software)4
    Open roles at KPFF Consulting Engineers2 open
    Engineering-Structural Intern
    San Diego, California · On-site
    Apply
    Structural Engineering Intern
    Austin, Texas · On-site
    Apply
    See all KPFF Consulting Engineers J-1 jobs
  9. 07
    BlueScope Buildings North America, Inc.

    BlueScope Buildings North America, Inc.

    ManufacturingSteel ConstructionEngineering

    BlueScope Buildings North America, Inc. has 2 live J-1 openings for engineering managers. BlueScope Buildings North America designs and manufactures steel building systems and components for commercial and industrial construction.

    Open roles by team

    • Engineering (Non-Software)4
    • Manufacturing & Industrial Engineering4
    • Electrical Engineering1
    • Mechanical Engineering1
    Open roles at BlueScope Buildings North America, Inc.2 open
    Electrical Engineering Co-Op
    Delta, Ohio · On-site
    Apply
    Mechanical Engineering Co-Op
    Delta - Ohio - Nsb · On-site
    Apply
    See all BlueScope Buildings North America, Inc. J-1 jobs
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  11. 08
    GHD

    GHD

    ConsultingEngineeringEnvironmental

    GHD has 1 live J-1 openings for engineering managers. GHD is a global professional services firm providing engineering, environmental, and construction consulting across water, energy, and transportation.

    Open roles by team

    • Civil & Structural Engineering4
    • Engineering (Non-Software)4
    Open roles at GHD1 open
    Geotechnical Engineering Intern
    Tampa, Florida · Hybrid
    Apply
    See all GHD J-1 jobs
  12. 09
    Sanmina

    Sanmina

    ElectronicsManufacturingEngineering

    Sanmina has 1 live J-1 openings for engineering managers. Sanmina is an electronics manufacturing services company producing complex printed circuit boards, systems, and industrial components.

    Open roles by team

    • Engineering (Non-Software)2
    • Manufacturing & Industrial Engineering2
    Open roles at Sanmina1 open
    Manufacturing Engineering Co-Op
    San Jose, California · On-site
    Apply
    See all Sanmina J-1 jobs
  13. 10
    Applied Materials

    Applied Materials

    SemiconductorsManufacturing EquipmentEngineering

    Applied Materials supplies equipment, services, and software used to manufacture semiconductor chips, flat panel displays, and solar cells.

    No open roles at Applied Materials on Migrate Mate right now. Sponsorship activity is seasonal, so check back soon.

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How the J-1 visa works

J-1 is an exchange visitor program run through a designated sponsor organization, not the employer directly. A sponsor issues Form DS-2019, and categories range from intern and trainee to research scholar and professor. Some J-1 holders face a two-year home-residency requirement afterward. Confirm which category fits and who the designated sponsor is before you commit.

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J-1 Sponsors for Engineering Managers: Frequently Asked Questions

Which companies sponsor the most J-1 visas for Engineering Managers?

ASM has the most, with 0 live J-1 jobs on Migrate Mate, followed by The University of Texas at Austin (8) and Tetra Tech (1). Across the 10 companies on this list, Migrate Mate is tracking 27 live J-1 jobs, updated daily.

Who qualifies for J-1 sponsorship?

J-1 visa eligibility for engineering roles requires participation in a designated exchange program through a U.S. Department of State-authorized sponsor organization. Candidates must hold a degree or equivalent professional credentials in a relevant field, demonstrate sufficient English proficiency, and have the financial resources to support themselves during their exchange. Some candidates are subject to a two-year home-country physical presence requirement after the program ends, depending on their category and funding source.

Do engineering managers qualify for J-1 as a specialty occupation?

Yes. Engineering managers typically hold a bachelor's degree in a specific field, which is exactly the specialty-occupation standard J-1 is built around. What matters is that the employer classifies the role under a matching occupation code and that your degree lines up with it.

How do I get J-1 sponsorship from a top sponsor?

To pursue a J-1 through one of these employers, you first need to confirm the employer works with a Department of State-designated sponsor organization, since companies cannot issue J-1 status directly. The sponsor evaluates your qualifications, issues a DS-2019 Certificate of Eligibility, and registers you in SEVIS. You then apply for the J-1 visa at a U.S. consulate using that DS-2019. The process timeline varies by sponsor and consulate workload, so engage the employer and their sponsor organization early in your job search.