E-3 Visa Automation Engineer Jobs
Automation Engineer roles in manufacturing, automotive, and industrial tech are strong fits for E-3 visa sponsorship because they require a specialized engineering degree and fall squarely within the specialty occupation definition. The E-3 has no lottery and no annual cap, so Australian engineers can pursue U.S. opportunities year-round without the H-1B visa registration window.
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Job Description: Designs, develops, tests, and debugs software tools, flows, and methodologies used in design automation and by teams in the design of hardware products, process design, or manufacturing. Responsibilities include capturing user stories/requirements, writing both functional and test code, automating build and deployment, and/or performing unit, integration, and end-to-end testing of the software tools.
Minimum Qualifications
You must possess the below minimum qualifications to be initially considered for this position. Preferred qualifications are in addition to the requirements and are considered a plus factor in identifying top candidates. Knowledge and/or experience listed below would be obtained through a combination of your schoolwork and/or classes and/or research and/or relevant previous job and/or internship experiences.
- Master's with 2+ years of experience or PhD degree with experience in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or other technical engineering discipline. Must have the required degree or expect the required degree by September 2026.
- 6+ months of experience in the following:
- Solid programming and scripting languages such as Python, Tcl, or C++.
- Experience working on Linux environments, version management systems.
Preferred Qualifications
12+ months of experience in the following:
- Industry-standard EDA tools such as Cadence Virtuoso, Synopsys ICV, Siemens Calibre for use in physical design, place and route scripts, and DRC verification.
- Development of job management tools on distributed systems.
- Automate processes whether standardized through workflows, templates, and other means.
- Knowledge of CAD software administration and deployment.
Job Type College Grad
Shift Shift 1 (United States of America)
Primary Location: US, Oregon, Hillsboro
Additional Locations:
Business Group
Intel Foundry strives to make every facet of semiconductor manufacturing state-of-the-art while delighting our customers -- from delivering cutting-edge silicon process and packaging technology leadership for the AI era, enabling our customers to design leadership products, global manufacturing scale and supply chain, through the continuous yield improvements to advanced packaging all the way to final test and assembly. We ensure our foundry customers' products receive our utmost focus in terms of service, technology enablement and capacity commitments. Employees in the Foundry Technology Manufacturing are part of a worldwide factory network that designs, develops, manufactures, and assembly/test packages the compute devices to improve the lives of every person on Earth.
Posting Statement
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, religious creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, gender, gender expression, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by local law, regulation, or ordinance. Position of Trust N/A
Benefits
We offer a total compensation package that ranks among the best in the industry. It consists of competitive pay, stock bonuses, and benefit programs which include health, retirement, and vacation. Find out more about the benefits of working at Intel. Annual Salary Range for jobs which could be performed in the US: $149,600.00 - 245,160.00 USD. The range displayed on this job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target compensation for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific compensation range for your preferred location during the hiring process.
Work Model for this Role
This role will be eligible for our hybrid work model which allows employees to split their time between working on-site at their assigned Intel site and off-site.
- Job posting details (such as work model, location or time type) are subject to change.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
Intel is committed to Responsible Business Alliance (RBA) compliance and ethical hiring practices. We do not charge any fees during our hiring process. Candidates should never be required to pay recruitment fees, medical examination fees, or any other charges as a condition of employment. If you are asked to pay any fees during our hiring process, please report this immediately to your recruiter.
Job Details
Job Description: Designs, develops, tests, and debugs software tools, flows, and methodologies used in design automation and by teams in the design of hardware products, process design, or manufacturing. Responsibilities include capturing user stories/requirements, writing both functional and test code, automating build and deployment, and/or performing unit, integration, and end-to-end testing of the software tools.
Minimum Qualifications
You must possess the below minimum qualifications to be initially considered for this position. Preferred qualifications are in addition to the requirements and are considered a plus factor in identifying top candidates. Knowledge and/or experience listed below would be obtained through a combination of your schoolwork and/or classes and/or research and/or relevant previous job and/or internship experiences.
- Master's with 2+ years of experience or PhD degree with experience in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or other technical engineering discipline. Must have the required degree or expect the required degree by September 2026.
- 6+ months of experience in the following:
- Solid programming and scripting languages such as Python, Tcl, or C++.
- Experience working on Linux environments, version management systems.
Preferred Qualifications
12+ months of experience in the following:
- Industry-standard EDA tools such as Cadence Virtuoso, Synopsys ICV, Siemens Calibre for use in physical design, place and route scripts, and DRC verification.
- Development of job management tools on distributed systems.
- Automate processes whether standardized through workflows, templates, and other means.
- Knowledge of CAD software administration and deployment.
Job Type College Grad
Shift Shift 1 (United States of America)
Primary Location: US, Oregon, Hillsboro
Additional Locations:
Business Group
Intel Foundry strives to make every facet of semiconductor manufacturing state-of-the-art while delighting our customers -- from delivering cutting-edge silicon process and packaging technology leadership for the AI era, enabling our customers to design leadership products, global manufacturing scale and supply chain, through the continuous yield improvements to advanced packaging all the way to final test and assembly. We ensure our foundry customers' products receive our utmost focus in terms of service, technology enablement and capacity commitments. Employees in the Foundry Technology Manufacturing are part of a worldwide factory network that designs, develops, manufactures, and assembly/test packages the compute devices to improve the lives of every person on Earth.
Posting Statement
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, religious creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, gender, gender expression, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by local law, regulation, or ordinance. Position of Trust N/A
Benefits
We offer a total compensation package that ranks among the best in the industry. It consists of competitive pay, stock bonuses, and benefit programs which include health, retirement, and vacation. Find out more about the benefits of working at Intel. Annual Salary Range for jobs which could be performed in the US: $149,600.00 - 245,160.00 USD. The range displayed on this job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target compensation for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific compensation range for your preferred location during the hiring process.
Work Model for this Role
This role will be eligible for our hybrid work model which allows employees to split their time between working on-site at their assigned Intel site and off-site.
- Job posting details (such as work model, location or time type) are subject to change.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
Intel is committed to Responsible Business Alliance (RBA) compliance and ethical hiring practices. We do not charge any fees during our hiring process. Candidates should never be required to pay recruitment fees, medical examination fees, or any other charges as a condition of employment. If you are asked to pay any fees during our hiring process, please report this immediately to your recruiter.
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Verify your degree maps to the role
Automation Engineering spans mechanical, electrical, and mechatronics disciplines. Before applying, confirm your Australian bachelor's aligns with the specific job description, a mismatch between your degree field and the advertised role is one of the most common E-3 visa consular objections.
Target manufacturers with existing LCA history
Employers who've filed Labor Condition Applications before know the DOL process and won't stall at the sponsorship conversation. Search the DOL's OFLC disclosure data for automation, controls, or PLC engineer LCA filings to build a shortlist of experienced sponsors.
Find E-3 roles through Migrate Mate
Use Migrate Mate to search Automation Engineer positions where employers are already open to E-3 sponsorship. Filtering by visa type upfront saves weeks of back-and-forth with recruiters unfamiliar with the Australian-only pathway.
Get your credentials assessed before the offer stage
Australian three-year engineering degrees are generally accepted as equivalent to a U.S. four-year bachelor's, but having a credential evaluation ready before your consular interview removes uncertainty and speeds up the employer's LCA filing decision.
Clarify sponsorship scope in the offer negotiation
Some employers will cover LCA and visa filing costs; others expect you to arrange it. Confirm which fees the employer is absorbing before you accept, since DOL rules require the employer to pay the LCA certification fee directly.
Use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service for LCA and consulate prep
Once you have a signed offer, use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service to handle your LCA submission, DS-160, and consulate appointment preparation. Automation Engineer roles often involve multiple worksites, which requires accurate LCA scope from the start.
E-3 Visa Automation Engineer: Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I find Automation Engineer jobs with E-3 visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for Australian professionals searching for U.S. roles that include E-3 visa sponsorship. Rather than filtering through general job boards where visa status is an afterthought, Migrate Mate surfaces Automation Engineer positions from employers already open to sponsoring the E-3, so you're not wasting time on roles that won't move forward.
How much does it cost to get an E-3 visa?
Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service covers the entire process for $499, including the Labor Condition Application, visa document preparation, and consulate appointment guidance. Traditional immigration lawyers charge $2,000–$5,000+ for the same work. The E-3 has less paperwork than most work visas, so paying thousands for legal help is usually unnecessary.
Does an Automation Engineer role qualify as a specialty occupation for the E-3?
Yes, in most cases. USCIS defines a specialty occupation as one requiring at least a bachelor's degree in a directly related field. Automation Engineering roles tied to PLC programming, robotics integration, or industrial control systems consistently meet this standard because they require a specific engineering background, electrical, mechanical, or mechatronics, not just any degree.
How does the E-3 visa compare to the H-1B for Automation Engineers?
The E-3 is available only to Australian nationals, but it has two major advantages over the H-1B for eligible candidates: no annual lottery and no numerical cap. H-1B registrations are subject to a randomized selection process each April, meaning qualified engineers can be excluded by chance. The E-3 can be filed any time of year and renewed indefinitely as long as you hold a qualifying role.
Can I transfer my E-3 to a new Automation Engineer employer?
Yes, but the new employer must file a fresh LCA with the DOL and you'll need a new E-3 visa stamp if you travel internationally before the transfer is complete. There's no formal portability rule like AC21 for H-1B holders. If you're changing employers while already in the U.S., coordinate your start date carefully to avoid a gap in authorized status.