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Associate Test Engineer jobs with green card sponsorship are available through employers willing to file PERM labor certification, followed by an I-140 petition and adjustment of status or consular processing. These roles typically qualify under EB-3 for professionals with a bachelor's degree, or EB-2 for candidates with advanced credentials in software quality assurance or systems testing.
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Carrier Global Corporation, global leader in intelligent climate and energy solutions, is committed to creating innovations that bring comfort, safety and sustainability to life. Through cutting-edge advancements in climate solutions such as temperature control, air quality and transportation, we improve lives, empower critical industries and ensure safe transport of food, lifesaving medicines and more. Since inventing modern air conditioning in 1902, we lead with purpose: enhancing the lives we live and the world we share. We continue to lead because of our world-class, inclusive workforce that puts the customer at the center of everything we do. For more information, visit corporate.carrier.com or follow on Carrier social media at @Carrier.
About this role
The Associate Manufacturing Test Engineer will create the roadmap for the entire production test environment and develop implementation strategies. The primary roles and responsibilities of this position are analyzing & resolving production issues from hardware & software tool side on a day-to-day basis to upkeep the product testing without any interruptions and implementation of Test Plans for Automated Logic’s products. Test Plan implementation includes specifying test fixtures and if needed designing additional circuits to aid in testing the product. Effective Test Plan implementation shall include meeting Takt Time, Quality and First Pass Yield goals. Other primary responsibilities include increasing the overall efficiency of production tests and assembly processes.
This is a full-time, onsite position located in Kennesaw, GA. The role operates on a second shift schedule comprising four 10-hour shifts: Monday through Thursday, 4:00 PM to 2:30 AM.
Key Responsibilities
- Analyzing production test/assembly processes and implementing process improvement to increase efficiency and quality.
- Create standards for Test sequences which can be leveraged across products lines for efficiency and quality.
- Recognize and implement process improvements within entire factory environment for efficiency and quality, with specific focus on direct labor cost.
- Resolution of operational issues in production test processes.
- Leading root cause analysis for test failures.
- Review of design documents for DFT (Design for Test) and DFM (Design for Manufacturing) compliance.
- Developing Test strategies for the product test to include specifying test equipment, maintaining test fixtures and enhancing existing test stations/pods.
- Improve product first pass yield (FPY), with focus on reducing false test failures and test equipment failures.
- New technology research and implementation.
Production Line Support
- Ensure continuous operations through preventative maintenance processes, equipment troubleshooting & repair equipment, tool selection and sturdy FPY (First Pass Yield) & Fallouts trends to improve test fixtures.
- Create and maintain required documentation and training production employees.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in a technical field with 1+ years of experience in basic circuit analysis, troubleshooting, or electronics manufacturing and PCBA (Printed Circuit Board Assembly).
— OR —
- High school diploma or GED with 3+ years of experience in basic circuit analysis, troubleshooting, or electronics manufacturing and PCBA.
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology.
- Proficient in working lab or manufacturing production floor environments with test pods/stations.
- Basic knowledge in instrument control, data acquisition and communication protocols including USB (Universal Serial Bus), UART (Universal Asynchronous Receiver-Transmitter), I2C (Inter-Integrated Circuit), SPI (Serial Peripheral Interface).
- Experience from PCBA (Printed Circuit Board Assembly) buildout, testing experience, proficient in handling test fixtures and debugging skills would add value.
- Ability to use electrical schematics to develop test plans and diagnose circuit faults.
- Experience using standard lab test equipment—including DMMs (Digital Multimeters), oscilloscopes, and DC power supplies—to troubleshoot and diagnose electronic assemblies.
- Proficient in standard computer applications and technical software, including Microsoft Office (MS Office), CAD (Computer-Aided Design) packages, and schematic capture/circuit diagram tools.
- Ability to use data to drive decision making.
- Ability to research/ specify vendors and engineering tools.
- Candidate must be able to multitask to support multiple projects, work well in groups, focus on results, be open to new ideas, have good written and verbal communication skills, have good listening skills, and work well under pressure.
- The candidate must also have good team player & time management skills, attention to detail, good resolve, and the ability to ensure follow-up with customers and co-workers. Problem analysis and resolution skills are required.
Pay Range
The annual salary for this position is between $53,000.00 - $106,000.00 annually. Factors which may affect pay within this range include, but are not limited to, skills, education, experience, and other unique qualifications of the successful candidate. The pay range will not be below the minimum wage applicable to the jurisdiction in which the applicant is to be employed.
Other Compensation
This position may be entitled to short-term cash incentives, subject to plan requirements.
Benefits
Employees are eligible for benefits, including:
- Health Care Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision; Wellness incentives
- Retirement Benefits
- Time off and Leave: Paid vacation days, up to 15 days; paid sick days, up to 5 days; paid personal leave, up to 5 days; paid holidays, up to 13 days; birth and adoption leave; parental leave; family and medical leave; bereavement leave; jury duty leave; military leave; purchased vacation
- Disability: Short-term and long-term disability
- Life Insurance and Accidental Death and Dismemberment
- Tax-Advantaged Accounts: Health Savings Account; Health Care Spending Account; Dependent Care Spending Account
- Tuition Assistance
To learn more about our benefits offering, please click here.
Carrier EEO Statement and Accommodations Process
Carrier is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status or any other applicable state or federal protected class. Carrier provides affirmative action in employment for qualified individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with section 503 of Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act.
If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process, participate in an interview, or otherwise engage in the hiring process, please contact us at Carrier.Recruiting@carrier.com. We will make every effort to meet your needs in accordance with applicable laws.
Application Deadline
Applications will be accepted for at least 3 days from Job Posting Date: 3 November 2026.
Job Applicant's Privacy Notice
Please click on the link to review the Job Applicant Privacy Notice.
Use of AI
Technology-enabled tools may support parts of the recruitment process, with oversight by people.
About Carrier
Carrier Global Corporation, global leader in intelligent climate and energy solutions, is committed to creating innovations that bring comfort, safety and sustainability to life. Through cutting-edge advancements in climate solutions such as temperature control, air quality and transportation, we improve lives, empower critical industries and ensure safe transport of food, lifesaving medicines and more. Since inventing modern air conditioning in 1902, we lead with purpose: enhancing the lives we live and the world we share. We continue to lead because of our world-class, inclusive workforce that puts the customer at the center of everything we do. For more information, visit corporate.carrier.com or follow on Carrier social media at @Carrier.
About this role
The Associate Manufacturing Test Engineer will create the roadmap for the entire production test environment and develop implementation strategies. The primary roles and responsibilities of this position are analyzing & resolving production issues from hardware & software tool side on a day-to-day basis to upkeep the product testing without any interruptions and implementation of Test Plans for Automated Logic’s products. Test Plan implementation includes specifying test fixtures and if needed designing additional circuits to aid in testing the product. Effective Test Plan implementation shall include meeting Takt Time, Quality and First Pass Yield goals. Other primary responsibilities include increasing the overall efficiency of production tests and assembly processes.
This is a full-time, onsite position located in Kennesaw, GA. The role operates on a second shift schedule comprising four 10-hour shifts: Monday through Thursday, 4:00 PM to 2:30 AM.
Key Responsibilities
- Analyzing production test/assembly processes and implementing process improvement to increase efficiency and quality.
- Create standards for Test sequences which can be leveraged across products lines for efficiency and quality.
- Recognize and implement process improvements within entire factory environment for efficiency and quality, with specific focus on direct labor cost.
- Resolution of operational issues in production test processes.
- Leading root cause analysis for test failures.
- Review of design documents for DFT (Design for Test) and DFM (Design for Manufacturing) compliance.
- Developing Test strategies for the product test to include specifying test equipment, maintaining test fixtures and enhancing existing test stations/pods.
- Improve product first pass yield (FPY), with focus on reducing false test failures and test equipment failures.
- New technology research and implementation.
Production Line Support
- Ensure continuous operations through preventative maintenance processes, equipment troubleshooting & repair equipment, tool selection and sturdy FPY (First Pass Yield) & Fallouts trends to improve test fixtures.
- Create and maintain required documentation and training production employees.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in a technical field with 1+ years of experience in basic circuit analysis, troubleshooting, or electronics manufacturing and PCBA (Printed Circuit Board Assembly).
— OR —
- High school diploma or GED with 3+ years of experience in basic circuit analysis, troubleshooting, or electronics manufacturing and PCBA.
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology.
- Proficient in working lab or manufacturing production floor environments with test pods/stations.
- Basic knowledge in instrument control, data acquisition and communication protocols including USB (Universal Serial Bus), UART (Universal Asynchronous Receiver-Transmitter), I2C (Inter-Integrated Circuit), SPI (Serial Peripheral Interface).
- Experience from PCBA (Printed Circuit Board Assembly) buildout, testing experience, proficient in handling test fixtures and debugging skills would add value.
- Ability to use electrical schematics to develop test plans and diagnose circuit faults.
- Experience using standard lab test equipment—including DMMs (Digital Multimeters), oscilloscopes, and DC power supplies—to troubleshoot and diagnose electronic assemblies.
- Proficient in standard computer applications and technical software, including Microsoft Office (MS Office), CAD (Computer-Aided Design) packages, and schematic capture/circuit diagram tools.
- Ability to use data to drive decision making.
- Ability to research/ specify vendors and engineering tools.
- Candidate must be able to multitask to support multiple projects, work well in groups, focus on results, be open to new ideas, have good written and verbal communication skills, have good listening skills, and work well under pressure.
- The candidate must also have good team player & time management skills, attention to detail, good resolve, and the ability to ensure follow-up with customers and co-workers. Problem analysis and resolution skills are required.
Pay Range
The annual salary for this position is between $53,000.00 - $106,000.00 annually. Factors which may affect pay within this range include, but are not limited to, skills, education, experience, and other unique qualifications of the successful candidate. The pay range will not be below the minimum wage applicable to the jurisdiction in which the applicant is to be employed.
Other Compensation
This position may be entitled to short-term cash incentives, subject to plan requirements.
Benefits
Employees are eligible for benefits, including:
- Health Care Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision; Wellness incentives
- Retirement Benefits
- Time off and Leave: Paid vacation days, up to 15 days; paid sick days, up to 5 days; paid personal leave, up to 5 days; paid holidays, up to 13 days; birth and adoption leave; parental leave; family and medical leave; bereavement leave; jury duty leave; military leave; purchased vacation
- Disability: Short-term and long-term disability
- Life Insurance and Accidental Death and Dismemberment
- Tax-Advantaged Accounts: Health Savings Account; Health Care Spending Account; Dependent Care Spending Account
- Tuition Assistance
To learn more about our benefits offering, please click here.
Carrier EEO Statement and Accommodations Process
Carrier is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status or any other applicable state or federal protected class. Carrier provides affirmative action in employment for qualified individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with section 503 of Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act.
If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process, participate in an interview, or otherwise engage in the hiring process, please contact us at Carrier.Recruiting@carrier.com. We will make every effort to meet your needs in accordance with applicable laws.
Application Deadline
Applications will be accepted for at least 3 days from Job Posting Date: 3 November 2026.
Job Applicant's Privacy Notice
Please click on the link to review the Job Applicant Privacy Notice.
Use of AI
Technology-enabled tools may support parts of the recruitment process, with oversight by people.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as an Associate Test Engineer
Align your credentials to EB-2 or EB-3
Pull your transcripts and employer letters before applying. EB-3 covers a bachelor's degree in a relevant field; EB-2 requires an advanced degree or a bachelor's plus five years of progressive testing or QA experience documented in writing.
Look up prevailing wages before negotiating
Use the OFLC Wage Search to check the DOL prevailing wage for your SOC code and work location. Employers must offer at least that wage in the PERM filing, so knowing the floor protects you during salary discussions.
Target employers with active PERM filing history
Search Migrate Mate to find Associate Test Engineer roles at employers who have already filed PERM labor certifications. That filing history confirms the employer understands the process and has HR or legal resources to run it again.
Ask about PERM recruitment before accepting an offer
PERM requires the employer to run a timed recruitment test through DOL and demonstrate no qualified U.S. workers are available. Confirm the company has done this before and ask how long their last PERM cycle took to avoid surprises.
Track your priority date against the Visa Bulletin
Once your I-140 is approved, your priority date determines when you can file for adjustment of status. Nationals of India and China often face multi-year backlogs in the EB-2 and EB-3 categories, so monitor the USCIS Visa Bulletin monthly.
Understand AC21 portability before changing jobs
If your I-485 has been pending for at least 180 days and your I-140 is approved, AC21 lets you move to a new employer in the same or similar occupation without restarting the green card process from scratch.
Green Card Associate Test Engineer: Frequently Asked Questions
What green card categories cover Associate Test Engineer roles?
Most Associate Test Engineer positions qualify under EB-3 for professionals with a bachelor's degree in computer science, electrical engineering, or a related field. Candidates holding a master's degree or a bachelor's plus five years of progressive QA or testing experience may qualify under EB-2. Your employer's immigration counsel will confirm the correct category based on the specific job requirements and your credentials.
How is green card sponsorship different from H-1B sponsorship for this role?
H-1B visa is a temporary nonimmigrant status requiring renewal every few years, with no guarantee of permanence. Green card sponsorship through PERM, I-140, and adjustment of status leads to lawful permanent residence. The PERM process also requires the employer to conduct a formal DOL-supervised recruitment test and obtain a prevailing wage determination before filing, making it more involved than an H-1B petition but resulting in a permanent outcome.
How do I find Associate Test Engineer employers who actually sponsor green cards?
Migrate Mate lists employers with verified PERM filing history for Associate Test Engineer and related roles, so you're not guessing which companies are willing to sponsor. Filtering your search this way saves time and helps you focus applications on employers who have already committed resources to employment-based green card sponsorship rather than those who may be open to it in theory.
How long does the PERM process take for a testing or QA role?
PERM labor certification is filed with the Department of Labor and processing times vary based on DOL backlog and whether the application is selected for audit. After PERM approval, the employer files an I-140 with USCIS, and you file for adjustment of status or pursue consular processing once a visa number is available. Nationals from high-demand countries may wait years before a visa number becomes current.
Can I switch employers after my green card process starts?
Yes, under AC21 portability, once your I-485 has been pending for at least 180 days and your I-140 is approved, you can accept a new Associate Test Engineer or substantially similar role without restarting the process. Your approved I-140's priority date can also carry over to a new employer's petition if you need a fresh PERM filing, preserving your place in the queue.