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Embedded Systems Engineer roles qualify for E-3 visa sponsorship as specialty occupations requiring a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, or a closely related field. The E-3 has no lottery and no annual cap, making it a reliable path for Australian professionals pursuing U.S. firmware, hardware, or real-time systems work.
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Work Arrangement: Hybrid: This role is categorized as hybrid. This means the successful candidate is expected to report to Milford, Michigan three times per week, at minimum.
The Role:
At General Motors, we are developing the embedded software and control systems that enable advanced vehicle performance, drivability, and system integration. We are seeking a Senior Advanced Emission System Software Engineer to support Advanced Technical Work (ATW) projects in the Internal Combustion Engine domain, ensuring future ICE vehicles meet regulatory requirements and customer expectations in rapidly changing environment. In this role, you will lead project execution across a cross-functional team developing software and controls for new technology, ensuring that systems meet performance expectations. You will support ATW projects through all gates and ensure the technology will be successful when implemented on production programs. This role is well suited for an engineer who combines strong ICE control fundamentals with cross-functional coordination, clear communication, and a disciplined approach to execution in a technically complex development environment.
What You’ll Do:
- Lead/support a team to execute Advanced Technical Work (ATW) projects
- Collaborate with cross functional teams to define project requirements and deliverables
- Support the development of control methods and controller software code
- Develop calibrations for ATW projects to prove capability of system to meet project goals
- Verify control methods/software on SIL/HIL test bench, engine start cart, or development vehicles
- Perform emission testing on engine start cart, engine dynamometer, or vehicle to demonstrate system performance meets project requirements
Your Skills and Abilities (Required Qualifications):
- Bachelor’s degree in electrical, mechanical or software engineering
- 2+ years in propulsion system controls, software, or calibration
- Knowledge in the internal combustion engine control domain: startability, open and closed loop fuel control, emission reduction and aftertreatment methods
- Proficient with vehicle interface and data analysis tools such as INCA, Indicom, Concerto, and Vehicle Spy
- Strong programming skills
- Passion for innovation
- Capable of working autonomously with limited direction from leadership
- Knowledge of MATLAB/Simulink
- Ability to effectively communicate with leadership/decision makers
What Will Give You A Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications):
- Master’s degree in electrical, mechanical or software engineering
- 5+ years of tailpipe emissions calibration
- Experience in C coding for embedded software
- Experience with embedded software development tools (Git/Gerrit)
- Understanding rapid prototyping platforms: ETAS, d-SPACE
- An understanding of Global B/VIP/SDV electrical architecture
- Experience successfully leading large ambiguous projects
- Familiarity with simulation tools: GT Power Suite, Amesim, GMSIM
This role is categorized as hybrid. This means the selected candidate is expected to report to a specific location at least 3 times a week {or other frequency dictated by their manager}. This job may be eligible for relocation benefits.
About GM
Our vision is a world with Zero Crashes, Zero Emissions and Zero Congestion and we embrace the responsibility to lead the change that will make our world better, safer and more equitable for all.
Why Join Us
We believe we all must make a choice every day – individually and collectively – to drive meaningful change through our words, our deeds and our culture. Every day, we want every employee to feel they belong to one General Motors team.
Benefits Overview
From day one, we're looking out for your well-being–at work and at home–so you can focus on realizing your ambitions. Learn how GM supports a rewarding career that rewards you personally by visiting Total Rewards resources.
Non-Discrimination and Equal Employment Opportunities (U.S.)
General Motors is committed to being a workplace that is not only free of unlawful discrimination, but one that genuinely fosters inclusion and belonging. We strongly believe that providing an inclusive workplace creates an environment in which our employees can thrive and develop better products for our customers. All employment decisions are made on a non-discriminatory basis without regard to sex, race, color, national origin, citizenship status, religion, age, disability, pregnancy or maternity status, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran or protected veteran, or any other similarly protected status in accordance with federal, state and local laws. We encourage interested candidates to review the key responsibilities and qualifications for each role and apply for any positions that match their skills and capabilities. Applicants in the recruitment process may be required, where applicable, to successfully complete a role-related assessment(s) and/or a pre-employment screening prior to beginning employment. To learn more, visit How we Hire.
Accommodations
General Motors offers opportunities to all job seekers including individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search or application for employment, email us or call us at 1-800-865-7580. In your email, please include a description of the specific accommodation you are requesting as well as the job title and requisition number of the position for which you are applying.
Job Description
Work Arrangement: Hybrid: This role is categorized as hybrid. This means the successful candidate is expected to report to Milford, Michigan three times per week, at minimum.
The Role:
At General Motors, we are developing the embedded software and control systems that enable advanced vehicle performance, drivability, and system integration. We are seeking a Senior Advanced Emission System Software Engineer to support Advanced Technical Work (ATW) projects in the Internal Combustion Engine domain, ensuring future ICE vehicles meet regulatory requirements and customer expectations in rapidly changing environment. In this role, you will lead project execution across a cross-functional team developing software and controls for new technology, ensuring that systems meet performance expectations. You will support ATW projects through all gates and ensure the technology will be successful when implemented on production programs. This role is well suited for an engineer who combines strong ICE control fundamentals with cross-functional coordination, clear communication, and a disciplined approach to execution in a technically complex development environment.
What You’ll Do:
- Lead/support a team to execute Advanced Technical Work (ATW) projects
- Collaborate with cross functional teams to define project requirements and deliverables
- Support the development of control methods and controller software code
- Develop calibrations for ATW projects to prove capability of system to meet project goals
- Verify control methods/software on SIL/HIL test bench, engine start cart, or development vehicles
- Perform emission testing on engine start cart, engine dynamometer, or vehicle to demonstrate system performance meets project requirements
Your Skills and Abilities (Required Qualifications):
- Bachelor’s degree in electrical, mechanical or software engineering
- 2+ years in propulsion system controls, software, or calibration
- Knowledge in the internal combustion engine control domain: startability, open and closed loop fuel control, emission reduction and aftertreatment methods
- Proficient with vehicle interface and data analysis tools such as INCA, Indicom, Concerto, and Vehicle Spy
- Strong programming skills
- Passion for innovation
- Capable of working autonomously with limited direction from leadership
- Knowledge of MATLAB/Simulink
- Ability to effectively communicate with leadership/decision makers
What Will Give You A Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications):
- Master’s degree in electrical, mechanical or software engineering
- 5+ years of tailpipe emissions calibration
- Experience in C coding for embedded software
- Experience with embedded software development tools (Git/Gerrit)
- Understanding rapid prototyping platforms: ETAS, d-SPACE
- An understanding of Global B/VIP/SDV electrical architecture
- Experience successfully leading large ambiguous projects
- Familiarity with simulation tools: GT Power Suite, Amesim, GMSIM
This role is categorized as hybrid. This means the selected candidate is expected to report to a specific location at least 3 times a week {or other frequency dictated by their manager}. This job may be eligible for relocation benefits.
About GM
Our vision is a world with Zero Crashes, Zero Emissions and Zero Congestion and we embrace the responsibility to lead the change that will make our world better, safer and more equitable for all.
Why Join Us
We believe we all must make a choice every day – individually and collectively – to drive meaningful change through our words, our deeds and our culture. Every day, we want every employee to feel they belong to one General Motors team.
Benefits Overview
From day one, we're looking out for your well-being–at work and at home–so you can focus on realizing your ambitions. Learn how GM supports a rewarding career that rewards you personally by visiting Total Rewards resources.
Non-Discrimination and Equal Employment Opportunities (U.S.)
General Motors is committed to being a workplace that is not only free of unlawful discrimination, but one that genuinely fosters inclusion and belonging. We strongly believe that providing an inclusive workplace creates an environment in which our employees can thrive and develop better products for our customers. All employment decisions are made on a non-discriminatory basis without regard to sex, race, color, national origin, citizenship status, religion, age, disability, pregnancy or maternity status, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran or protected veteran, or any other similarly protected status in accordance with federal, state and local laws. We encourage interested candidates to review the key responsibilities and qualifications for each role and apply for any positions that match their skills and capabilities. Applicants in the recruitment process may be required, where applicable, to successfully complete a role-related assessment(s) and/or a pre-employment screening prior to beginning employment. To learn more, visit How we Hire.
Accommodations
General Motors offers opportunities to all job seekers including individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search or application for employment, email us or call us at 1-800-865-7580. In your email, please include a description of the specific accommodation you are requesting as well as the job title and requisition number of the position for which you are applying.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding E-3 Visa Sponsorship as an Embedded Systems Engineer
Translate your Australian credentials for U.S. employers
A three-year Australian engineering degree is generally accepted as equivalent to a four-year U.S. bachelor's degree for E-3 visa purposes, but include a credential evaluation in your application materials so hiring managers can confirm specialty occupation eligibility without delay.
Target employers with active DOL LCA filings
Search the DOL's Office of Foreign Labor Certification disclosure data for LCA filings under job titles like Embedded Software Engineer or Firmware Engineer. Companies that have filed before understand the E-3 process and are far less likely to stall during the sponsorship conversation.
Frame your job offer around specialty occupation language
Your offer letter must describe duties that require a specific engineering degree, not just any bachelor's degree. Firmware development, RTOS design, or hardware-software integration language signals specialty occupation more clearly than a generic software engineer title.
Get your LCA and visa paperwork filed through Migrate Mate
Once you have an offer, the employer must file a Labor Condition Application with DOL before your visa application can proceed. Use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service to handle your LCA and visa paperwork so the process moves without gaps between offer and consulate appointment.
Confirm your employer does not need PERM
The E-3 does not require PERM labor certification, unlike many immigrant visa pathways. If an employer's HR team confuses the E-3 process with an employment-based green card process and quotes PERM timelines, clarify the distinction early to avoid unnecessary delays.
Plan your consulate timing around your current status
If you're already in the U.S. on another visa, you can apply for a new E-3 at a consulate in Australia or a third country. Book your consulate appointment only after USCIS has certified your LCA, since you'll need the certified document at the interview.
E-3 Visa Embedded Systems Engineer: Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I find Embedded Systems Engineer 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, location, and sponsorship history to find employers actively hiring for embedded systems and firmware roles. Generic job boards don't filter for E-3 sponsorship willingness, which makes the search far less efficient.
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 Embedded Systems Engineer role qualify as a specialty occupation for the E-3?
Yes, provided the position genuinely requires a bachelor's degree or higher in electrical engineering, computer engineering, or a directly related discipline. Roles involving RTOS development, hardware-software integration, or low-level firmware work typically meet this standard. Roles described as requiring any engineering degree, or no specific field, can raise issues at the consulate, so the offer letter wording matters.
How does the E-3 visa compare to the H-1B for Embedded Systems Engineers?
The E-3 has a dedicated annual allocation of 10,500 visas for Australian nationals and has never been oversubscribed, so there is no lottery. The H-1B visa requires entering a randomised lottery capped at 85,000, with selection rates well below 50% in recent years. For Australian engineers, the E-3 is a more predictable and repeatable path, renewable in two-year increments without restarting a queue.
Can I change employers while on an E-3 as an Embedded Systems Engineer?
Yes, but you need a new LCA certified by DOL and a new visa stamp for the incoming employer before you start work. There is no portability rule for the E-3 equivalent to the H-1B's AC21 provisions. If you're changing roles within the U.S., your current E-3 status does not automatically transfer, so start the new employer's filing process before your current employment ends.