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Associate Project 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. EB-2 and EB-3 pathways both apply depending on your degree and experience, leading to lawful permanent residence rather than a temporary status.
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This position reports to:
Engineering Supervisor
Your role and responsibilities
In this role, you will support engineering activities in all types of project sizes and complexities, under the supervision of senior engineers. Complete the tasks cost-effectively and in accordance with contract specifications, quality standards, safety requirements, and cybersecurity policies and standards. Develop BOMs (Bills of Materials) for assigned projects.
The work model for the role is: #LI-onsite
This role is contributing to the Electrification Distribution Solutions in Mebane, NC.
You will be mainly accountable for:
- 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.
- Manage PLM (Product Lifecycle Management) system and publish new designs.
- Utilize 3D modeling to design engineering solutions, including drawings and calculations according to contractual specification.
- Creates or reviews engineering drawings, specifications and plans required by manufacturing, fabrication, or construction.
- Contributes to design reviews and design verification, modifies design, as necessary.
Qualifications for the role
- Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or related engineering field required.
- 0 - 2 or more years of experience in Electrical Engineering.
- Proficient with AutoCAD (recent version) or equivalent computer aided design platform. Computer Aided Design certification or degree.
- 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 platforms.
- Experience working in a manufacturing environment, specifically with steel or copper fabrication.
- Knowledge of ANSI Air Insulated Switchgear.
- Familiarity with NEC, ANSI, IEEE standards.
- Candidates already have work authorization to work in the US.
Why ABB?
What's in it for you
We empower you to take initiative, share ideas, and lead professionally. 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
Your role and responsibilities
In this role, you will support engineering activities in all types of project sizes and complexities, under the supervision of senior engineers. Complete the tasks cost-effectively and in accordance with contract specifications, quality standards, safety requirements, and cybersecurity policies and standards. Develop BOMs (Bills of Materials) for assigned projects.
The work model for the role is: #LI-onsite
This role is contributing to the Electrification Distribution Solutions in Mebane, NC.
You will be mainly accountable for:
- 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.
- Manage PLM (Product Lifecycle Management) system and publish new designs.
- Utilize 3D modeling to design engineering solutions, including drawings and calculations according to contractual specification.
- Creates or reviews engineering drawings, specifications and plans required by manufacturing, fabrication, or construction.
- Contributes to design reviews and design verification, modifies design, as necessary.
Qualifications for the role
- Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or related engineering field required.
- 0 - 2 or more years of experience in Electrical Engineering.
- Proficient with AutoCAD (recent version) or equivalent computer aided design platform. Computer Aided Design certification or degree.
- 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 platforms.
- Experience working in a manufacturing environment, specifically with steel or copper fabrication.
- Knowledge of ANSI Air Insulated Switchgear.
- Familiarity with NEC, ANSI, IEEE standards.
- Candidates already have work authorization to work in the US.
Why ABB?
What's in it for you
We empower you to take initiative, share ideas, and lead professionally. 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 Project Engineer
Match your credentials to EB-2 or EB-3
Pull your official transcripts and employment records before applying. EB-2 requires an advanced degree or a bachelor's degree plus five years of progressive experience. EB-3 covers a bachelor's degree alone or two years of skilled-worker experience. Knowing which category fits your background shapes every employer conversation.
Target firms with active PERM filing history
Search Migrate Mate to find employers with verified green card sponsorship history for Associate Project Engineer roles. PERM filings are public DOL records, so you can confirm that a firm has gone through the full recruitment and prevailing-wage process before for this occupation.
Verify your role meets specialty occupation standards
Use O*NET to confirm that Associate Project Engineer work maps to a job zone and task profile requiring at least a bachelor's degree in a specific engineering discipline. PERM labor certification requires the employer to define the minimum requirements, and vague or overly broad job duties can trigger DOL audit or denial.
Ask about priority dates before accepting an offer
Nationals of India and China routinely face multi-year waits for employment-based green cards due to per-country limits. Before signing an offer, ask the employer directly whether they'll sponsor you through the full I-485 adjustment of status process and how they handle priority-date backlogs for your country of birth.
Confirm the PERM wage matches your offer letter
Your employer must pay at least the prevailing wage DOL certifies on the PERM application. Cross-check the job's wage level using the OFLC Wage Search for your SOC code and work location. If your offered salary falls below the certified prevailing wage, PERM certification will be denied.
Understand AC21 portability before you switch jobs
If you change employers after your I-485 has been pending 180 days or more, AC21 portability lets you move to a same or similar occupation without losing your place in line. Your original I-140 must have been approved, and the new role must align closely enough in duties and SOC classification to qualify.
Green Card Associate Project Engineer: Frequently Asked Questions
What green card categories cover Associate Project Engineer roles?
Most Associate Project Engineer positions qualify under EB-3 for professionals with a bachelor's degree in engineering or a related field. If you hold a master's degree or a bachelor's degree plus five years of progressive engineering experience, you may qualify under EB-2. Your employer determines the minimum requirements in the PERM application, which locks in the qualifying category.
How is green card sponsorship different from H-1B sponsorship for this role?
Green card sponsorship leads to lawful permanent residence, not a temporary status. The process starts with PERM labor certification filed with the Department of Labor, which requires a formal prevailing wage determination and a documented recruitment test. After DOL certifies the PERM, the employer files an I-140 with USCIS. Unlike the H-1B visa, there is no lottery, but per-country numerical limits mean nationals of high-demand countries can face significant priority-date backlogs.
How do I find Associate Project Engineer employers who sponsor green cards?
Migrate Mate shows employers with verified PERM and green card sponsorship history for engineering roles, searchable by location and job title. PERM filings are public DOL records, so the data reflects actual sponsorship activity rather than self-reported claims. This lets you focus your applications on firms that have already committed to the full PERM-to-I-140 process for similar roles.
Can I change employers after my green card is filed?
Once your I-485 adjustment of status application has been pending for 180 days or more and your original I-140 was approved, AC21 portability allows you to move to a new employer in the same or a similar occupation without losing your priority date. The new role must closely match the duties and SOC classification of the original PERM-certified position, and you'll need a new employer willing to continue the sponsorship.
What does the PERM recruitment process involve for an Associate Project Engineer?
Your employer must conduct a formal, DOL-prescribed recruitment effort to test whether qualified U.S. workers are available for the role before certifying your PERM. For professional positions this typically includes job postings, notice at the worksite, and additional steps defined in DOL regulations. The job description used in recruitment must match the duties and minimum requirements stated on the PERM application, so any discrepancy can result in audit or denial.