E-3 Visa Electrical Controls Engineer Jobs
Electrical Controls Engineer roles qualify for E-3 visa sponsorship as specialty occupations requiring a degree in electrical or systems engineering. Australian engineers bring PLC programming, SCADA, and industrial automation expertise that U.S. manufacturers actively recruit for, and the E-3's no-lottery structure means your sponsorship timeline is predictable from offer to consulate appointment.
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Imagine a piloted air taxi that takes off vertically, then quietly carries you and your fellow passengers over the congested city streets below, enabling you to spend more time with the people and places that matter most. At Joby, we've been working to make that dream a reality since 2009 and we're now in the final stages of certifying our aircraft with the FAA. With plans to launch our aircraft in the US and Dubai, we're now scaling manufacturing and preparing for the launch of our commercial service.
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Joby Aviation is seeking a passionate individual to join our Powertrain and Electronics team as a Senior/Staff Automation Controls Engineer in San Carlos, CA. As part of this team, you will lead the electrical engineering design and development of first-generation manufacturing test equipment used to validate powertrain and electronic systems for the Joby S4 aircraft. This role combines automation controls with deep electrical engineering fundamentals, requiring strong analytical capability in circuit design, precision measurement, sensor selection, and electronics validation. You will architect robust end-of-line (EOL) and electronics test platforms that form the foundation for scalable, automated manufacturing systems. The Joby Aviation team is made up of extremely talented, hardworking, proactive, and hands-on individuals operating in a fast-paced and rewarding environment as we push toward FAA certification, scale manufacturing, and prepare for commercial service.
Responsibilities:
- Lead electrical architecture and controls development for first-generation manufacturing and EOL test equipment from concept through low-volume production
- Apply strong electrical engineering fundamentals (circuit analysis, signal integrity, grounding, noise mitigation, power distribution, precision measurement) to develop robust electronics test systems
- Design and integrate high-precision sensors, instrumentation, and data acquisition systems into Beckhoff-based platform
- Develop full electrical designs, drawing packages, BOMs, and schematics for complex manufacturing test equipment
- Architect test methodologies for validation of electronic assemblies, power electronics, and electromechanical systems
- Design electrical systems compliant with NEC, NFPA, and UL508A requirements
- Procure custom and off-the-shelf hardware and manage technical suppliers as needed
- Design, write, and debug PLC software in Structured Text IEC 61131-3 (TwinCAT) to automate test sequences and equipment operation
- Develop HMI and data collection tools using Ignition (Perspective) and integrate results into manufacturing databases
- Lead system integration and commissioning of test equipment, ensuring measurement accuracy, repeatability, and reliability
- Troubleshoot complex electrical and electronic test systems in a production environment
Required
- B.S. in Electrical Engineering (strongly preferred) or related discipline
- 6+ years of experience developing electrical hardware and test equipment in a manufacturing or product development environment
- Strong foundation in analog and digital circuit analysis, instrumentation, and measurement systems
- Experience developing end-of-line (EOL) or electronics manufacturing test equipment
- Proficiency in PLC programming using Structured Text IEC 61131-3 (TwinCAT), Python, and Ignition
- Experience selecting and integrating precision sensors, DAQ hardware, and instrumentation
- Proficiency in electrical schematic creation (AutoCAD Electrical)
- Hands-on experience building and wiring electrical panels and test systems
- Experience architecting data acquisition systems connecting PLCs, SCADA, and MES
- Strong organizational and communication skills with cross-functional engineering teams
Desired
- 8+ years of relevant industry experience
- Experience with Beckhoff hardware and EtherCAT-based measurement systems
- Experience designing high-accuracy electrical test systems for power electronics or aerospace applications
- Knowledge of servo/drive system integration
- Experience with HMI/SCADA development using Ignition (Perspective)
- Familiarity with calibration methods, measurement uncertainty, and statistical analysis for production test
- Knowledge of NEC, NFPA, and UL508A
Additional Information
Compensation at Joby is a combination of base pay and Restricted Stock Units (RSUs). The target base pay for this position is $131,700 - $209,030/yr. The compensation package will be determined by job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.
Joby also offers a comprehensive benefits package, including paid time off, healthcare benefits, a 401(k) plan with a company match, an employee stock purchase plan (ESPP), short-term and long-term disability coverage, life insurance, and more.
Joby is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Company Overview
Imagine a piloted air taxi that takes off vertically, then quietly carries you and your fellow passengers over the congested city streets below, enabling you to spend more time with the people and places that matter most. At Joby, we've been working to make that dream a reality since 2009 and we're now in the final stages of certifying our aircraft with the FAA. With plans to launch our aircraft in the US and Dubai, we're now scaling manufacturing and preparing for the launch of our commercial service.
Overview
Job Overview
Joby Aviation is seeking a passionate individual to join our Powertrain and Electronics team as a Senior/Staff Automation Controls Engineer in San Carlos, CA. As part of this team, you will lead the electrical engineering design and development of first-generation manufacturing test equipment used to validate powertrain and electronic systems for the Joby S4 aircraft. This role combines automation controls with deep electrical engineering fundamentals, requiring strong analytical capability in circuit design, precision measurement, sensor selection, and electronics validation. You will architect robust end-of-line (EOL) and electronics test platforms that form the foundation for scalable, automated manufacturing systems. The Joby Aviation team is made up of extremely talented, hardworking, proactive, and hands-on individuals operating in a fast-paced and rewarding environment as we push toward FAA certification, scale manufacturing, and prepare for commercial service.
Responsibilities:
- Lead electrical architecture and controls development for first-generation manufacturing and EOL test equipment from concept through low-volume production
- Apply strong electrical engineering fundamentals (circuit analysis, signal integrity, grounding, noise mitigation, power distribution, precision measurement) to develop robust electronics test systems
- Design and integrate high-precision sensors, instrumentation, and data acquisition systems into Beckhoff-based platform
- Develop full electrical designs, drawing packages, BOMs, and schematics for complex manufacturing test equipment
- Architect test methodologies for validation of electronic assemblies, power electronics, and electromechanical systems
- Design electrical systems compliant with NEC, NFPA, and UL508A requirements
- Procure custom and off-the-shelf hardware and manage technical suppliers as needed
- Design, write, and debug PLC software in Structured Text IEC 61131-3 (TwinCAT) to automate test sequences and equipment operation
- Develop HMI and data collection tools using Ignition (Perspective) and integrate results into manufacturing databases
- Lead system integration and commissioning of test equipment, ensuring measurement accuracy, repeatability, and reliability
- Troubleshoot complex electrical and electronic test systems in a production environment
Required
- B.S. in Electrical Engineering (strongly preferred) or related discipline
- 6+ years of experience developing electrical hardware and test equipment in a manufacturing or product development environment
- Strong foundation in analog and digital circuit analysis, instrumentation, and measurement systems
- Experience developing end-of-line (EOL) or electronics manufacturing test equipment
- Proficiency in PLC programming using Structured Text IEC 61131-3 (TwinCAT), Python, and Ignition
- Experience selecting and integrating precision sensors, DAQ hardware, and instrumentation
- Proficiency in electrical schematic creation (AutoCAD Electrical)
- Hands-on experience building and wiring electrical panels and test systems
- Experience architecting data acquisition systems connecting PLCs, SCADA, and MES
- Strong organizational and communication skills with cross-functional engineering teams
Desired
- 8+ years of relevant industry experience
- Experience with Beckhoff hardware and EtherCAT-based measurement systems
- Experience designing high-accuracy electrical test systems for power electronics or aerospace applications
- Knowledge of servo/drive system integration
- Experience with HMI/SCADA development using Ignition (Perspective)
- Familiarity with calibration methods, measurement uncertainty, and statistical analysis for production test
- Knowledge of NEC, NFPA, and UL508A
Additional Information
Compensation at Joby is a combination of base pay and Restricted Stock Units (RSUs). The target base pay for this position is $131,700 - $209,030/yr. The compensation package will be determined by job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.
Joby also offers a comprehensive benefits package, including paid time off, healthcare benefits, a 401(k) plan with a company match, an employee stock purchase plan (ESPP), short-term and long-term disability coverage, life insurance, and more.
Joby is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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Translate your Australian credentials for U.S. employers
A three-year Australian engineering degree satisfies E-3 visa specialty occupation requirements, but your employer's LCA must specify the degree field. Get a credential evaluation from a NACES-approved evaluator before you start applying so documents are ready when an offer comes.
Target manufacturers with existing DOL LCA filings
Search the DOL's OFLC disclosure data for Electrical Controls Engineer LCA filings to identify U.S. employers who have sponsored this exact role before. Companies with prior filings already understand the process, which shortens the sponsorship conversation considerably.
Distinguish your PLC platform experience in applications
U.S. hiring managers filter heavily by platform: Rockwell Allen-Bradley, Siemens, and Beckhoff each serve different industries. Naming your specific runtime environments and certifications signals specialty occupation depth and gives employers a concrete reason to proceed with E-3 sponsorship.
Use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service for LCA and paperwork
Once you have an offer, use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service to handle your LCA and visa paperwork end to end. The LCA must be DOL-certified before your consulate appointment, and filing errors at this stage delay your start date by weeks.
Clarify multi-site project work before the LCA is filed
Controls engineers frequently rotate between customer sites and facilities. Each worksite location may require a separate LCA posting under DOL rules. Confirm with your employer whether your role involves off-site commissioning work before the LCA is submitted to avoid a rejection or amendment.
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Use Migrate Mate to filter Electrical Controls Engineer roles by employers who have E-3 sponsorship history. Narrowing your search this way saves time and puts you in front of hiring managers who already know how the E-3 process works.
E-3 Visa Electrical Controls Engineer: Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I find Electrical Controls Engineer jobs with E-3 sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for Australian professionals searching for U.S. roles with E-3 visa sponsorship. You can filter by job title and employer sponsorship history so you're only looking at companies already familiar with the E-3 process. That targeted approach saves significant time compared to cold outreach to employers who've never sponsored an Australian worker.
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 Electrical Controls Engineer role qualify as a specialty occupation for the E-3?
Yes. Electrical Controls Engineer roles qualify as specialty occupations because they typically require a bachelor's degree or higher in electrical engineering, systems engineering, or a closely related field. The role must require that specific degree in practice, not just list it as preferred. If your job description calls for PLC programming, control system design, or SCADA integration, the specialty occupation standard is generally straightforward to establish with a well-drafted LCA.
How does the E-3 compare to the H-1B for Electrical Controls Engineers?
The E-3 has no annual lottery, so your start date depends on your consulate appointment, not a random selection event. H-1B visa registrations are capped at 85,000 per year and subject to a lottery that most applicants don't win in a given year. For Australian engineers, the E-3 is the faster and more reliable path. The eligibility requirements are similar: a specialty occupation role, a relevant degree, and a DOL-certified LCA filed by the employer.
Can I switch Electrical Controls Engineer jobs while on an E-3 visa?
Yes, but each new employer must file a new LCA with the DOL and you'll need to obtain a new E-3 visa stamp before or shortly after starting. Unlike H-1B portability rules, the E-3 doesn't allow you to begin work for a new employer on the same approval. If your role changes significantly in duties, title, or worksite, a new E-3 application is required even with the same employer.