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Automation Specialist roles qualify for EB-2 and EB-3 green card sponsorship through the PERM labor certification process, which permanently anchors your U.S. work authorization to the employer rather than a temporary visa status. Manufacturers, defense contractors, and industrial tech firms regularly sponsor these positions, making direct employer outreach a practical path to sponsorship.
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Operations is at the heart of Amazon’s business. We are known for our speed, accuracy, and exceptional service. Our buildings deliver tens of thousands of products to hundreds of countries worldwide, every day. The Reliability & Maintenance Engineering (RME) team are the business partners that work tirelessly behind the scenes to make it happen. We drive continuous improvement, and maintain all of the robotics and material handling equipment (MHE) to ensure our customers are met with the Amazon smile. Come join us on our journey!
About the Role:
As an Automation Engineer, you will play a crucial role in maximizing equipment reliability and operational performance in our fulfillment centers by providing proactive controls automation and technical support. Your expertise will be essential in troubleshooting complex control systems, analyzing performance metrics, and driving continuous improvement initiatives. You'll collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize material handling equipment (MHE) systems and implement innovative projects. You'll work with state-of-the-art technology, including conveyors, sortation systems, scanners, cameras, print and apply systems, and SCADA devices and programs. Through your efforts, you'll directly contribute to ensuring our customers receive their orders with Amazon's signature speed and accuracy.
What Do We Offer?
Amazon offers competitive compensation packages including comprehensive healthcare benefits starting on Day 1, matching 401(k) program, and up to 20 weeks of paid parental leave. But wait, there’s more: We provide lightweight fire-resistant daily wear and composite toe safety shoes for your safety!
Key job responsibilities
Key job responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- You will serve as the site expert for maintaining the automation systems that are critical for operations
- You will understand, maintain and troubleshoot material handling control systems, including PLC/PC controllers and industrial networks such as Ethernet, ControlNet, DeviceNet, Profibus, motor control systems, servo drives, frequency drives, and electrical distribution systems
- You will monitor MHE metrics and partner with maintenance/operations to address system performance issues and provide analysis across all operations
- You will provide first-level escalation support for site technicians, both locally and remotely
- You will perform and analyze building System Assessments to enhance material handling system performance
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree in computer science, electrical engineering, automation engineering, or equivalent, or 2+ years of PLC programming or automation engineering experience
- Work a flexible schedule/shift/work area, including weekends, nights, and/or holidays
- Bachelor's degree in computer science, electrical engineering, automation engineering, or equivalent, or 2+ years of process or production environment related PLC-controlled automation and issue diagnosis experience
- Bachelor's degree in computer science, electrical engineering, automation engineering, or equivalent, or 2+ years of robotics work cells and control systems experience
- Bachelor's degree in computer science, electrical engineering, automation engineering, or equivalent, or 2+ years of electrical theory, robotics, controls components, and automated equipment experience
- Bachelor's degree in computer science, electrical engineering, automation engineering, or equivalent, or 2+ years of experience with Ladder Logic and structure programming from Siemens, Allen-Bradley, or Codesys PLCs
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience with HMI and control network components, including maintenance, troubleshooting, programming and design
- Experience identifying, maintaining, troubleshooting, and modifying Motor Controls including motor starters, Variable Frequency Drives, DC drives, and standard electrical components
- Experience with preventive maintenance procedures, industrial electrical, industrial controls, and industrial electronics & robotics
- Experience interpreting and modifying mechanical and electrical drawings
- Experience programming with RSLogix5000, Studio 5000, FT View, and other controls software platforms
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.
The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits.
LOCATION
USA, LA, Baton Rouge
COMPENSATION
- Salary Range: $90,000.00 - $112,500.00 USD annually
DESCRIPTION
Operations is at the heart of Amazon’s business. We are known for our speed, accuracy, and exceptional service. Our buildings deliver tens of thousands of products to hundreds of countries worldwide, every day. The Reliability & Maintenance Engineering (RME) team are the business partners that work tirelessly behind the scenes to make it happen. We drive continuous improvement, and maintain all of the robotics and material handling equipment (MHE) to ensure our customers are met with the Amazon smile. Come join us on our journey!
About the Role:
As an Automation Engineer, you will play a crucial role in maximizing equipment reliability and operational performance in our fulfillment centers by providing proactive controls automation and technical support. Your expertise will be essential in troubleshooting complex control systems, analyzing performance metrics, and driving continuous improvement initiatives. You'll collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize material handling equipment (MHE) systems and implement innovative projects. You'll work with state-of-the-art technology, including conveyors, sortation systems, scanners, cameras, print and apply systems, and SCADA devices and programs. Through your efforts, you'll directly contribute to ensuring our customers receive their orders with Amazon's signature speed and accuracy.
What Do We Offer?
Amazon offers competitive compensation packages including comprehensive healthcare benefits starting on Day 1, matching 401(k) program, and up to 20 weeks of paid parental leave. But wait, there’s more: We provide lightweight fire-resistant daily wear and composite toe safety shoes for your safety!
Key job responsibilities
Key job responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- You will serve as the site expert for maintaining the automation systems that are critical for operations
- You will understand, maintain and troubleshoot material handling control systems, including PLC/PC controllers and industrial networks such as Ethernet, ControlNet, DeviceNet, Profibus, motor control systems, servo drives, frequency drives, and electrical distribution systems
- You will monitor MHE metrics and partner with maintenance/operations to address system performance issues and provide analysis across all operations
- You will provide first-level escalation support for site technicians, both locally and remotely
- You will perform and analyze building System Assessments to enhance material handling system performance
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree in computer science, electrical engineering, automation engineering, or equivalent, or 2+ years of PLC programming or automation engineering experience
- Work a flexible schedule/shift/work area, including weekends, nights, and/or holidays
- Bachelor's degree in computer science, electrical engineering, automation engineering, or equivalent, or 2+ years of process or production environment related PLC-controlled automation and issue diagnosis experience
- Bachelor's degree in computer science, electrical engineering, automation engineering, or equivalent, or 2+ years of robotics work cells and control systems experience
- Bachelor's degree in computer science, electrical engineering, automation engineering, or equivalent, or 2+ years of electrical theory, robotics, controls components, and automated equipment experience
- Bachelor's degree in computer science, electrical engineering, automation engineering, or equivalent, or 2+ years of experience with Ladder Logic and structure programming from Siemens, Allen-Bradley, or Codesys PLCs
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience with HMI and control network components, including maintenance, troubleshooting, programming and design
- Experience identifying, maintaining, troubleshooting, and modifying Motor Controls including motor starters, Variable Frequency Drives, DC drives, and standard electrical components
- Experience with preventive maintenance procedures, industrial electrical, industrial controls, and industrial electronics & robotics
- Experience interpreting and modifying mechanical and electrical drawings
- Experience programming with RSLogix5000, Studio 5000, FT View, and other controls software platforms
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.
The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits.
LOCATION
USA, LA, Baton Rouge
COMPENSATION
- Salary Range: $90,000.00 - $112,500.00 USD annually
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as an Automation Specialist
Document your PLC and SCADA credentials early
Gather certifications for platforms like Siemens, Rockwell, or Fanuc before applying. PERM job descriptions often list specific automation tools as requirements, and your credentials must match exactly or the labor certification can be denied.
Target manufacturers enrolled in E-Verify
E-Verify enrollment signals an employer already manages federal compliance paperwork. Automation roles at E-Verify participants in automotive, aerospace, and food processing are among the most consistent sources of EB-3 sponsorship for skilled foreign workers.
Search Migrate Mate to find sponsoring employers
Filter by role and industry to surface companies with active green card filing history for Automation Specialists. Migrate Mate surfaces employer-level PERM data so you can prioritize outreach to operations that have completed the full EB-2 or EB-3 process before.
Clarify the prevailing wage tier in your offer letter
Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up your SOC code before negotiating salary. Your offered wage must meet or exceed the DOL prevailing wage for your location and experience level, or PERM will fail at the audit stage.
Verify your O*NET classification matches the job duties
The O*NET profile for Automation Specialists defines the occupational scope DOL uses during PERM review. If your actual duties differ significantly from the listed tasks, your employer's attorney needs to reconcile the description before filing to avoid a supervised recruitment audit.
Green Card Automation Specialist: Frequently Asked Questions
Does an Automation Specialist role qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Both categories apply depending on your credentials. EB-3 covers skilled workers with a relevant bachelor's degree or equivalent experience, and most Automation Specialist positions qualify at this level. EB-2 applies if the role requires an advanced degree or your employer can justify a National Interest Waiver based on specialized expertise in industrial controls or critical infrastructure automation.
How does green card sponsorship differ from H-1B for Automation Specialist roles?
The H-1B visa is a temporary nonimmigrant visa subject to an annual lottery cap, while EB-2 and EB-3 green card sponsorship is a permanent residence pathway with no lottery. PERM takes longer, typically 18 to 36 months from labor certification through I-140 approval, but the outcome is lawful permanent residency rather than a two- or three-year authorization that must be renewed.
What does the PERM labor certification process look like for an Automation Specialist?
Your employer files an ETA Form 9089 with DOL after completing a supervised recruitment period to demonstrate no qualified U.S. workers are available for the position. The job description must specifically reflect your automation duties, the required tools and certifications, and the minimum qualifications. Once DOL certifies the PERM, your employer files the I-140 immigrant petition with USCIS to establish your priority date.
Which industries sponsor Automation Specialist green cards most frequently?
Manufacturing, automotive, aerospace, pharmaceuticals, and food and beverage processing are among the heaviest filers for Automation Specialist PERM cases. These sectors run continuous production operations that depend on PLC programming, robotic systems integration, and SCADA management, making sponsorship a practical hiring tool rather than an exception. Use Migrate Mate to identify employers in these sectors with a documented history of completing the full EB-2 or EB-3 process.
Can I change employers while my green card case is pending?
Yes, under AC21 portability rules, you can transfer your I-140 priority date to a new employer if your I-485 adjustment of status application has been pending for 180 days or more and the new role is in the same or a similar occupational classification. For Automation Specialists, a role with substantially the same automation duties and SOC code generally satisfies the same-or-similar standard under USCIS guidance.