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Automation Technician roles qualify for E-3 visa sponsorship when the position requires a bachelor's degree in engineering, mechatronics, or a related technical field. The E-3 has no lottery and no annual cap, giving Australian professionals a direct path to U.S. employment with renewable two-year status.
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INTRODUCTION
Choosing Capgemini means choosing a company where you will be empowered to shape your career in the way you’d like, where you’ll be supported and inspired by a collaborative community of colleagues around the world, and where you’ll be able to reimagine what’s possible. Join us and help the world’s leading organizations unlock the value of technology and build a more sustainable, more inclusive world.
Location
This is a remote role, supporting Eastern time.
About the job you’re considering
We are seeking a highly experienced Test Automation Architect to define and drive the enterprise-wide automation strategy for large-scale digital transformation and quality engineering programs. The ideal candidate will be responsible for designing scalable automation frameworks, establishing automation governance, driving maturity assessments, integrating automation into CI/CD pipelines, and partnering with client stakeholders to maximize quality outcomes, efficiency, and ROI. This role requires strong technical expertise, strategic thinking, and the ability to influence senior stakeholders while continuously introducing innovative automation solutions and best practices.
Your role
- Define and execute the enterprise Test Automation Strategy, roadmap, and adoption plan aligned with client business objectives and quality engineering goals.
- Architect, design, and govern scalable, reusable, and maintainable automation frameworks across UI, API, data, and end-to-end testing layers.
- Conduct Automation Maturity Assessments, identify improvement opportunities, and develop transformation plans to accelerate automation adoption and effectiveness.
- Provide oversight and governance for automation initiatives, including automation planning, design reviews, code quality standards, and implementation best practices.
- Drive seamless integration of automation solutions into CI/CD pipelines and DevOps ecosystems to enable continuous testing and rapid release cycles.
- Define, track, and report automation KPIs, ROI metrics, productivity gains, test coverage, execution efficiency, and quality outcomes to leadership and clients.
- Partner with client stakeholders, delivery teams, and engineering leaders to champion continuous improvement, evaluate emerging technologies, and introduce innovative automation solutions.
Your skills and experience
- 10+ years of experience in Quality Engineering and Test Automation, including significant experience in automation architecture and transformation leadership roles.
- Strong expertise designing enterprise-scale automation frameworks using tools such as Selenium, Playwright, Cypress, Tosca, Rest Assured, Karate, or similar technologies.
- Proven experience implementing Continuous Testing within CI/CD pipelines using tools such as Jenkins, Azure DevOps, GitHub Actions, GitLab CI, or equivalent platforms.
- Hands-on experience with DevOps practices, test data management, service virtualization, cloud-native testing, and modern quality engineering methodologies.
- Demonstrated success in performing automation maturity assessments, developing automation business cases, and presenting automation ROI metrics to executive stakeholders.
- Excellent stakeholder management, consulting, communication, and leadership skills with the ability to influence client executives and drive enterprise-wide automation transformation initiatives.
Preferred Skills
- AI-driven testing and intelligent test automation solutions
- Cloud platforms such as Azure, AWS, or Google Cloud Platform
- Performance, API, and data validation automation
- Agile, DevOps, and SAFe delivery methodologies
- Quality Engineering transformation and operating model design
COMPENSATION
- The base compensation range for this role in the posted location is $82,082 - $193,440.
Capgemini provides compensation range information in accordance with applicable national, state, provincial, and local pay transparency laws. The base compensation range listed for this position reflects the minimum and maximum target compensation Capgemini, in good faith, believes it may pay for the role at the time of this posting. This range may be subject to change as permitted by law.
The actual compensation offered to any candidate may fall outside of the posted range and will be determined based on multiple factors legally permitted in the applicable jurisdiction.
These may include, but are not limited to: Geographic location, Education and qualifications, Certifications and licenses, Relevant experience and skills, Seniority and performance, Market and business consideration, Internal pay equity.
It is not typical for candidates to be hired at or near the top of the posted compensation range.
In addition to base salary, this role may be eligible for additional compensation such as variable incentives, bonuses, or commissions, depending on the position and applicable laws.
BENEFITS
Capgemini offers a comprehensive, non-negotiable benefits package to all regular, full-time employees. In the U.S. and Canada, available benefits are determined by local policy and eligibility and may include:
- Paid time off based on employee grade (A-F), defined by policy: Vacation: 12-25 days, depending on grade, Company paid holidays, Personal Days, Sick Leave
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage (or provincial healthcare coordination in Canada)
- Retirement savings plans (e.g., 401(k) in the U.S., RRSP in Canada)
- Life and disability insurance
- Employee assistance programs
- Other benefits as provided by local policy and eligibility
Important Notice: Compensation (including bonuses, commissions, or other forms of incentive pay) is not considered earned, vested, or payable until it becomes due under the terms of applicable plans or agreements and is subject to Capgemini’s discretion, consistent with applicable laws. The Company reserves the right to amend or withdraw compensation programs at any time, within the limits of applicable legislation.
Disclaimers
Capgemini is an Equal Opportunity Employer encouraging inclusion in the workplace. Capgemini also participates in the Partnership Accreditation in Indigenous Relations (PAIR) program which supports meaningful engagement with Indigenous communities across Canada by promoting fairness, accessibility, inclusion and respect. We value the rich cultural heritage and contributions of Indigenous Peoples and actively work to create a welcoming and respectful environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, gender identity/expression, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetics, veteran status, marital status or any other characteristic protected by law.
This is a general description of the Duties, Responsibilities and Qualifications required for this position. Physical, mental, sensory or environmental demands may be referenced in an attempt to communicate the manner in which this position traditionally is performed. Whenever necessary to provide individuals with disabilities an equal employment opportunity, Capgemini will consider reasonable accommodations that might involve varying job requirements and/or changing the way this job is performed, provided that such accommodation does not pose an undue hardship. Capgemini is committed to providing reasonable accommodation during our recruitment process. If you need assistance or accommodation, please reach out to your recruiting contact.
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Capgemini is a global business and technology transformation partner, helping organizations to accelerate their dual transition to a digital and sustainable world, while creating tangible impact for enterprises and society. It is a responsible and diverse group of 340,000 team members in more than 50 countries. With its strong over 55-year heritage, Capgemini is trusted by its clients to unlock the value of technology to address the entire breadth of their business needs. It delivers end-to-end services and solutions leveraging strengths from strategy and design to engineering, all fueled by its market leading capabilities in AI, generative AI, cloud and data, combined with its deep industry expertise and partner ecosystem.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding E-3 Visa Sponsorship as an Automation Technician
Verify your credentials translate correctly
A three-year Australian engineering or mechatronics degree is generally accepted as equivalent to a U.S. four-year bachelor's for E-3 visa purposes. Have a credential evaluation ready before you apply so employers don't stall on sponsorship over degree recognition.
Target employers with active LCA filings
Search the DOL's Office of Foreign Labor Certification disclosure data for Automation Technician or Industrial Technician LCA filings. Employers who have filed before understand the process and won't need educating when you raise E-3 sponsorship in your interview.
Frame your role as a specialty occupation upfront
E-3 eligibility turns on whether the role requires a specific degree, not just any bachelor's. When applying, emphasize that your position involves PLC programming, SCADA systems, or robotics integration, not general maintenance work that any technician could perform.
Use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service for a clean handoff
Once you have an offer, use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service to handle your LCA and visa paperwork. This keeps the process moving without placing an unfamiliar administrative burden on your new employer, which is often the reason sponsorship offers fall through.
Get your offer letter to specify degree requirements
The consular officer will review your offer letter to confirm the role qualifies as a specialty occupation. Ask your employer to state explicitly that a bachelor's degree in a relevant engineering or technical field is required, not just preferred, for the position.
Align your interview timeline with LCA processing
Your employer must file the LCA with DOL and receive certification before your consulate appointment. DOL typically certifies LCAs within seven working days, but factor this into your start date negotiation so there's no gap between your offer and your visa application.
E-3 Visa Automation Technician: Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I find Automation Technician jobs with E-3 visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for Australian professionals searching for U.S. roles with E-3 sponsorship. You can filter by job title and see employers with a track record of sponsoring international workers. Standard job boards don't surface sponsorship eligibility, so you can spend weeks applying to roles where sponsorship was never on the table.
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 Technician role qualify as a specialty occupation for the E-3?
It depends on how the role is defined. Automation Technician positions that require a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, mechatronics, or a related field, and that involve programming PLCs, configuring SCADA systems, or integrating robotic equipment, generally qualify. Roles framed as general maintenance or requiring only a trade certificate are unlikely to meet the specialty occupation standard USCIS applies to E-3 petitions.
How does the E-3 visa compare to H-1B for Automation Technician roles?
The E-3 is available exclusively to Australian citizens and has a 10,500 annual cap that has never been fully used, so there's no lottery and no waiting period. The H-1B visa involves a randomised lottery with a 25 to 30 percent selection rate and a mandatory October 1 start date. For an Automation Technician with a qualifying degree, the E-3 is a far more predictable path to a U.S. role.
What happens to my E-3 status if I change employers mid-year?
Your E-3 status is tied to a specific employer and role. If you change jobs, your new employer must file a fresh LCA with DOL and you'll need a new E-3 visa before starting. There's no portability provision as there is with H-1B under AC21. Plan for a gap of at least two to four weeks between your last day and your first day while the new LCA is certified and your consulate appointment is scheduled.