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Associate Mechanical Engineer jobs with green card sponsorship require employers to complete PERM labor certification with the Department of Labor before filing an I-140 petition with USCIS. Per-country backlogs mean your priority date matters as much as the offer itself. This page lists employers actively sponsoring permanent residency for mechanical engineering roles.
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This position reports to:
Engineering Supervisor
Job Advert
Your role and responsibilities
ABB Distribution Solutions empowers smarter business operations by connecting equipment, software, and services to protect, control, and optimize assets within electrical infrastructures. Across multiple energy-intensive industries, the business provides customers with end-to-end product and service solutions that help ensure the reliability and protection of their electrical infrastructure.
The Mechanical Designer is an engineering position responsible for creating mechanical designs for electrical distribution equipment, specifically ANSI Air Insulated Switchgear. This position works on low complexity orders and special designs, utilizing 3D modeling and CAD tools to develop engineering solutions. The role requires professional thinking and decision-making about designs.
The work model for the role is: #LI-onsite
This role contributes to the Electrification Distribution Solutions in Mebane, NC.
You will be mainly accountable for:
- Develop mechanical BOMs (Bills of Materials) for assigned projects.
- Release mechanical BOMs to ERP system for assigned orders.
- Create 3D models and drawings for new requisition special designs using Creo, SolidWorks, or equivalent platforms.
- Create part numbers and drawings for customers’ doors and panels.
- Utilize 3D modeling to design engineering solutions, including drawings and calculations according to contractual specifications.
- Manage PLM (Product Lifecycle Management) system and publish new designs.
- Create or review engineering drawings, specifications, and plans required by manufacturing, fabrication, or construction.
Qualifications for the role
- Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
- 0 or more years of experience in Customer Application Engineering or Engineering Design.
- Proficient with AutoCAD (recent version) or equivalent computer aided design platform. Computer Aided Design certification or degree preferred.
- Familiar and have practical experience with MS Word, MS Excel, MS Project, PowerPoint, SAP, Windchill and other applicable software.
- Experience with 3D design including use of Creo, SolidWorks, or equivalent design platform.
- Candidates must already have work authorization to work in the US.
Why ABB?
What's in it for you
We empower you to take initiative, challenge ideas, and lead with confidence. You’ll grow through meaningful work, continuous learning, and support that’s tailored to your goals. Every idea you share and every action you take contributes to something bigger.
ABB is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer for protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities at ABB.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their sex (gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation), marital status, citizenship, age, race and ethnicity, inclusive of traits historically associated with race or ethnicity, including but not limited to hair texture and protective hairstyles, color, religious creed, national origin, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, genetic information, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal and state law.
For more information regarding your (EEO) rights as an applicant, please visit the following websites: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf
As an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer for Protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities, applicants may request to review the plan of a particular ABB facility between the hours of 9:00 A.M. - 5:00 P.M. EST Monday through Friday by contacting an ABB HR Representative at 1-888-694-7762.
Protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access ABB's career site as a result of your disability. You may request reasonable accommodations by calling an ABB HR Representative at 1-888-694-7762 or by sending an email to US-AskHR@abb.com. Resumes and applications will not be accepted in this manner.
ABB Benefit Summary for eligible US employees
[excludes ABB E-mobility, Athens union, Puerto Rico]
Go to MyBenefitsABB.com and click on “Candidate/Guest” to learn more
Health, Life & Disability
- Choice between two medical plan options: A PPO plan called the Copay Plan OR a High Deductible Health Plan (with a Health Savings Account) called the High Deductible Plan.
- Choice between two dental plan options: Core and Core Plus
- Vision benefit
- Company paid life insurance (2X base pay)
- Company paid AD&D (1X base pay)
- Voluntary life and AD&D – 100% employee paid up to maximums
- Short Term Disability – up to 26 weeks – Company paid
- Long Term Disability – 60% of pay – Company paid. Ability to “buy-up” to 66 2/3% of pay.
- Supplemental benefits – 100% employee paid (Accident insurance, hospital indemnity, critical illness, pet insurance)
- Parental Leave – up to 6 weeks
- Employee Assistance Program
- Health Advocate support resources for mental/behavioral health, general health navigation and virtual health, and infertility/adoption
- Employee discount program
Retirement
- 401k Savings Plan with Company Contributions
- Employee Stock Acquisition Plan (ESAP)
Time off
Salaried exempt positions are provided vacation under a permissive time away policy.
Building a cleaner, smarter future takes all kinds of minds: the curious, the courageous, and the creative. That's why we welcome people from all backgrounds and experiences.
Ready to make an impact?
Apply today or visit https://www.abb.com to learn more about the impact of our solutions across the globe.
At ABB, we help industries run leaner and cleaner—and every person here makes that happen. You’ll be empowered to lead, supported to grow, and proud of the impact we create together. Join us and help run what runs the world.
This position reports to:
Engineering Supervisor
Job Advert
Your role and responsibilities
ABB Distribution Solutions empowers smarter business operations by connecting equipment, software, and services to protect, control, and optimize assets within electrical infrastructures. Across multiple energy-intensive industries, the business provides customers with end-to-end product and service solutions that help ensure the reliability and protection of their electrical infrastructure.
The Mechanical Designer is an engineering position responsible for creating mechanical designs for electrical distribution equipment, specifically ANSI Air Insulated Switchgear. This position works on low complexity orders and special designs, utilizing 3D modeling and CAD tools to develop engineering solutions. The role requires professional thinking and decision-making about designs.
The work model for the role is: #LI-onsite
This role contributes to the Electrification Distribution Solutions in Mebane, NC.
You will be mainly accountable for:
- Develop mechanical BOMs (Bills of Materials) for assigned projects.
- Release mechanical BOMs to ERP system for assigned orders.
- Create 3D models and drawings for new requisition special designs using Creo, SolidWorks, or equivalent platforms.
- Create part numbers and drawings for customers’ doors and panels.
- Utilize 3D modeling to design engineering solutions, including drawings and calculations according to contractual specifications.
- Manage PLM (Product Lifecycle Management) system and publish new designs.
- Create or review engineering drawings, specifications, and plans required by manufacturing, fabrication, or construction.
Qualifications for the role
- Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
- 0 or more years of experience in Customer Application Engineering or Engineering Design.
- Proficient with AutoCAD (recent version) or equivalent computer aided design platform. Computer Aided Design certification or degree preferred.
- Familiar and have practical experience with MS Word, MS Excel, MS Project, PowerPoint, SAP, Windchill and other applicable software.
- Experience with 3D design including use of Creo, SolidWorks, or equivalent design platform.
- Candidates must already have work authorization to work in the US.
Why ABB?
What's in it for you
We empower you to take initiative, challenge ideas, and lead with confidence. You’ll grow through meaningful work, continuous learning, and support that’s tailored to your goals. Every idea you share and every action you take contributes to something bigger.
ABB is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer for protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities at ABB.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their sex (gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation), marital status, citizenship, age, race and ethnicity, inclusive of traits historically associated with race or ethnicity, including but not limited to hair texture and protective hairstyles, color, religious creed, national origin, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, genetic information, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal and state law.
For more information regarding your (EEO) rights as an applicant, please visit the following websites: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf
As an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer for Protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities, applicants may request to review the plan of a particular ABB facility between the hours of 9:00 A.M. - 5:00 P.M. EST Monday through Friday by contacting an ABB HR Representative at 1-888-694-7762.
Protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access ABB's career site as a result of your disability. You may request reasonable accommodations by calling an ABB HR Representative at 1-888-694-7762 or by sending an email to US-AskHR@abb.com. Resumes and applications will not be accepted in this manner.
ABB Benefit Summary for eligible US employees
[excludes ABB E-mobility, Athens union, Puerto Rico]
Go to MyBenefitsABB.com and click on “Candidate/Guest” to learn more
Health, Life & Disability
- Choice between two medical plan options: A PPO plan called the Copay Plan OR a High Deductible Health Plan (with a Health Savings Account) called the High Deductible Plan.
- Choice between two dental plan options: Core and Core Plus
- Vision benefit
- Company paid life insurance (2X base pay)
- Company paid AD&D (1X base pay)
- Voluntary life and AD&D – 100% employee paid up to maximums
- Short Term Disability – up to 26 weeks – Company paid
- Long Term Disability – 60% of pay – Company paid. Ability to “buy-up” to 66 2/3% of pay.
- Supplemental benefits – 100% employee paid (Accident insurance, hospital indemnity, critical illness, pet insurance)
- Parental Leave – up to 6 weeks
- Employee Assistance Program
- Health Advocate support resources for mental/behavioral health, general health navigation and virtual health, and infertility/adoption
- Employee discount program
Retirement
- 401k Savings Plan with Company Contributions
- Employee Stock Acquisition Plan (ESAP)
Time off
Salaried exempt positions are provided vacation under a permissive time away policy.
Building a cleaner, smarter future takes all kinds of minds: the curious, the courageous, and the creative. That's why we welcome people from all backgrounds and experiences.
Ready to make an impact?
Apply today or visit https://www.abb.com to learn more about the impact of our solutions across the globe.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as an Associate Mechanical Engineer
Match your credentials to EB-2 requirements
EB-2 covers advanced-degree professionals or those with a bachelor's degree plus five years of progressive experience. Document every promotion, project lead role, and specialized certification before recruiters ask, because PERM requires proving your qualifications upfront.
Search employers through Migrate Mate first
Target employers with verified green card filing history for mechanical engineering roles. Migrate Mate lists employers with confirmed EB-2 and EB-3 sponsorship activity, so you're applying to companies that have already run the PERM process for roles like yours.
Use OFLC Wage Search before salary negotiations
PERM requires your offered salary to meet the DOL prevailing wage for your SOC code and work location. Check the OFLC Wage Search for your specific metro area so you can negotiate an offer that clears the prevailing wage threshold without stalling the PERM filing.
Ask about PERM timeline before accepting an offer
PERM labor certification, I-140 approval, and I-485 adjudication happen sequentially and can span years for nationals of high-demand countries. Ask your prospective employer whether they've filed PERM for engineering roles before and whether they'll start the process at hire.
Review your O*NET occupation code with HR
The O*NET profile for Associate Mechanical Engineer defines the duties and minimum qualifications DOL expects in a PERM job description. Mismatches between your actual duties and the PERM job description are a leading cause of audit requests, so align both before filing.
Carry your priority date if you change employers
Once your original employer's I-140 is approved, that priority date is yours to retain. If you change employers after your I-485 has been pending at least 180 days in a same or similar occupation, AC21 job portability lets you port to the new role without restarting the queue.
Green Card Associate Mechanical Engineer: Frequently Asked Questions
Which green card category typically applies to Associate Mechanical Engineer roles?
Most Associate Mechanical Engineer positions qualify under EB-3 for professionals with a bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or a closely related field. If you hold a master's degree or a bachelor's degree plus five years of progressive engineering experience, your employer may file under EB-2 instead, which can offer a shorter wait for some nationalities.
How does green card sponsorship differ from H-1B sponsorship for this role?
H-1B visa grants temporary work authorization; green card sponsorship through EB-2 or EB-3 leads to lawful permanent residency. The PERM process requires your employer to file a prevailing wage determination with DOL, run a recruitment test proving no qualified U.S. workers are available, and submit the labor certification before USCIS even sees your I-140 petition. There is no lottery, but per-country annual limits create priority-date backlogs for nationals of high-demand countries.
How do I find employers who sponsor green cards for mechanical engineering roles?
Migrate Mate lists employers with verified EB-2 and EB-3 sponsorship history for engineering roles, searchable by city and job function. Focusing your applications on employers with confirmed PERM filing activity reduces the risk of pursuing opportunities with companies that have never run the process for a role like yours.
What is the PERM recruitment test and how does it affect my job search?
Before filing PERM with DOL, your employer must advertise the position and document that no minimally qualified U.S. worker applied. The job description used in those ads defines the minimum requirements for your role, so your credentials must match exactly. Any gap between what the ads require and what you actually hold can trigger a DOL audit and delay your case significantly.
Can I change employers after my green card process has started?
It depends on where you are in the process. If your I-485 has been pending at least 180 days and the new role is in the same or a similar occupation, AC21 portability lets you move to a new employer without losing your place in the queue. If your I-140 is approved but I-485 hasn't reached 180 days, you can carry your priority date to a new employer's I-140 filing, though the new employer must restart the PERM process.