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Batesburg-Leesville, South Carolina, United States of America
Job ID:
R0124059
Date Posted:
2026-05-14
Company Name:
HITACHI RAIL STS USA, INC.
Profession (Job Category):
Engineering & Science
Job Schedule:
Full time
Remote:
No
About us
A career at Hitachi Rail will help create a legacy. With operations in every corner of the world, our work goes to the cutting-edge of digital transformation and technology. From the multi-cultural strength of our global organisation to the sustainable and innovative ways we work to bring people together, there’s something for everyone to get stuck into. And that’s where you come in.
Job Description:
HITACHI RAIL is looking for an enthusiastic self-motivated Manufacturing Test Engineering Lead who thrives in a fast-paced environment. The successful candidate is comfortable performing a wide range of tasks from administrative to strategic. This position is based in Batesburg, SC.
Accountabilities:
- Directly lead a team of ~8 Test Engineers in designing, implementing, and validating manufacturing test solutions for electronic assemblies and systems. Informal leader of Test Engineering Specification and Solutions teams in regional office.
- Develop and maintain test strategies, procedures, and documentation to ensure compliance with industry standards and customer requirements on both new and legacy products.
- Oversee test validation activities, including correlation studies, Measurement System Analysis (MSA), and failure mode investigations.
- Collaborate with design engineering, manufacturing, and quality teams to ensure test coverage aligns with product specifications and reliability goals.
- Ensure DFX principles (specifically DFT) are communicated throughout the test design and specification process prior to production validation.
- Manage the integration of automated test equipment (ATE) and in-circuit test (ICT) systems into production lines.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives to increase test safety utilizing Prevention through Design (PTD) principles, reduce test cycle time, improve yield, and enhance fault detection capability.
- Ensure calibration, maintenance, and safety compliance of all test equipment.
- Monitor test data trends, generate reports, and recommend corrective actions for recurring issues.
- Manage budgets, schedules, and resource allocation for test engineering projects.
Key leadership responsibilities:
- Cultivate a high-trust team environment by demonstrating self-awareness, empathy, and constructive communication in daily interactions.
- Recognize and respond effectively to team dynamics, adapting leadership style to support diverse personalities, workstyles, and stress levels—especially during high-pressure testing cycles, deadlines, and defect-driven escalations.
- Model emotional regulation by staying composed during ambiguity, setbacks, and quality issues, enabling the team to remain solution-focused and collaborative.
- Proactively address conflict with transparency and fairness, guiding team members toward healthy, respectful resolutions.
- Coach engineers in developing their own emotional intelligence skills—such as active listening, giving/receiving feedback, and managing frustration—to strengthen overall team performance and communication.
- Create psychological safety, ensuring team members feel comfortable raising risks, sharing concerns, and proposing new ideas without fear of blame.
Required skills/experience:
- 8+ years of experience in electronics manufacturing test engineering, with at least 3 years in a leadership role.
- Strong knowledge of manufacturing test methods (ICT, functional test, boundary scan, environmental stress screening).
- Proven expertise in test validation methodologies and statistical analysis tools.
- Familiarity with industry standards (IPC, ISO, IRIS, ANSI, JEDEC) and regulatory compliance.
- Excellent leadership, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills.
- Ability to travel up to 25%, including overnight stays.
Desired skills/experience:
- Experience with LabVIEW, NI TestStand, or similar test automation platforms.
- Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma principles. LSS GB or BB Preferred, or acquire within the first 12 months of employment.
- Hands-on experience with PCB assembly processes and troubleshooting.
Education:
Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering or related field (MBA, Engineering Management or Technical Master’s Degree preferred).
Language:
English proficiency
Benefits:
Hitachi Rail employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package including Competitive Pay, Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance, Short & Long Term Disability, Life & Accident Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, a Retirement Savings Plan, and Paid Vacation. We also offer a number of Work/Life Programs such as Flextime and a variety of Training and Development opportunities.
Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) - Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
If you need a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job at Hitachi, please send the nature of request and contact information to hrunitedstates@hitachirail.com.
Queries other than accommodation requests will not be responded to.
Thank you for your interest in Hitachi Rail. If your application is of interest, we will be in contact. Please do not hesitate to discover more about us and our latest jobs at https://www.hitachirail.com/careers .
At Hitachi Rail, there is a place for everyone. We welcome and value differences in background, age, gender, sexuality, family status, disability, race, nationality, ethnicity, religion, and world view. It is our commitment to create an inclusive environment - we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
Location:
Batesburg-Leesville, South Carolina, United States of America
Job ID:
R0124059
Date Posted:
2026-05-14
Company Name:
HITACHI RAIL STS USA, INC.
Profession (Job Category):
Engineering & Science
Job Schedule:
Full time
Remote:
No
About us
A career at Hitachi Rail will help create a legacy. With operations in every corner of the world, our work goes to the cutting-edge of digital transformation and technology. From the multi-cultural strength of our global organisation to the sustainable and innovative ways we work to bring people together, there’s something for everyone to get stuck into. And that’s where you come in.
Job Description:
HITACHI RAIL is looking for an enthusiastic self-motivated Manufacturing Test Engineering Lead who thrives in a fast-paced environment. The successful candidate is comfortable performing a wide range of tasks from administrative to strategic. This position is based in Batesburg, SC.
Accountabilities:
- Directly lead a team of ~8 Test Engineers in designing, implementing, and validating manufacturing test solutions for electronic assemblies and systems. Informal leader of Test Engineering Specification and Solutions teams in regional office.
- Develop and maintain test strategies, procedures, and documentation to ensure compliance with industry standards and customer requirements on both new and legacy products.
- Oversee test validation activities, including correlation studies, Measurement System Analysis (MSA), and failure mode investigations.
- Collaborate with design engineering, manufacturing, and quality teams to ensure test coverage aligns with product specifications and reliability goals.
- Ensure DFX principles (specifically DFT) are communicated throughout the test design and specification process prior to production validation.
- Manage the integration of automated test equipment (ATE) and in-circuit test (ICT) systems into production lines.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives to increase test safety utilizing Prevention through Design (PTD) principles, reduce test cycle time, improve yield, and enhance fault detection capability.
- Ensure calibration, maintenance, and safety compliance of all test equipment.
- Monitor test data trends, generate reports, and recommend corrective actions for recurring issues.
- Manage budgets, schedules, and resource allocation for test engineering projects.
Key leadership responsibilities:
- Cultivate a high-trust team environment by demonstrating self-awareness, empathy, and constructive communication in daily interactions.
- Recognize and respond effectively to team dynamics, adapting leadership style to support diverse personalities, workstyles, and stress levels—especially during high-pressure testing cycles, deadlines, and defect-driven escalations.
- Model emotional regulation by staying composed during ambiguity, setbacks, and quality issues, enabling the team to remain solution-focused and collaborative.
- Proactively address conflict with transparency and fairness, guiding team members toward healthy, respectful resolutions.
- Coach engineers in developing their own emotional intelligence skills—such as active listening, giving/receiving feedback, and managing frustration—to strengthen overall team performance and communication.
- Create psychological safety, ensuring team members feel comfortable raising risks, sharing concerns, and proposing new ideas without fear of blame.
Required skills/experience:
- 8+ years of experience in electronics manufacturing test engineering, with at least 3 years in a leadership role.
- Strong knowledge of manufacturing test methods (ICT, functional test, boundary scan, environmental stress screening).
- Proven expertise in test validation methodologies and statistical analysis tools.
- Familiarity with industry standards (IPC, ISO, IRIS, ANSI, JEDEC) and regulatory compliance.
- Excellent leadership, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills.
- Ability to travel up to 25%, including overnight stays.
Desired skills/experience:
- Experience with LabVIEW, NI TestStand, or similar test automation platforms.
- Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma principles. LSS GB or BB Preferred, or acquire within the first 12 months of employment.
- Hands-on experience with PCB assembly processes and troubleshooting.
Education:
Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering or related field (MBA, Engineering Management or Technical Master’s Degree preferred).
Language:
English proficiency
Benefits:
Hitachi Rail employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package including Competitive Pay, Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance, Short & Long Term Disability, Life & Accident Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, a Retirement Savings Plan, and Paid Vacation. We also offer a number of Work/Life Programs such as Flextime and a variety of Training and Development opportunities.
Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) - Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
If you need a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job at Hitachi, please send the nature of request and contact information to hrunitedstates@hitachirail.com.
Queries other than accommodation requests will not be responded to.
Thank you for your interest in Hitachi Rail. If your application is of interest, we will be in contact. Please do not hesitate to discover more about us and our latest jobs at https://www.hitachirail.com/careers .
At Hitachi Rail, there is a place for everyone. We welcome and value differences in background, age, gender, sexuality, family status, disability, race, nationality, ethnicity, religion, and world view. It is our commitment to create an inclusive environment - we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship in Manufacturing
Match your credentials to PERM job requirements
Your foreign degree or trade qualifications must align with the minimum requirements the employer lists on the PERM application. A mismatch between your credentials and the posted job duties is one of the most common audit triggers at the DOL stage.
Target manufacturers enrolled in E-Verify
Factories and production facilities that already use E-Verify for workforce compliance tend to have established HR processes for sponsoring foreign workers. Filtering your search to E-Verify-enrolled employers cuts the time spent identifying green-card-ready manufacturers.
Search green card sponsoring roles on Migrate Mate
Migrate Mate surfaces manufacturing employers with active EB-2 and EB-3 green card sponsorship history, so you're applying to roles where PERM is already a known process rather than a first-time request.
Verify prevailing wage before accepting an offer
The DOL sets wage levels for each manufacturing occupation by metro area. Run your offered salary through the OFLC Wage Search before signing anything. An offer below the prevailing wage for your job zone will stall or kill the PERM filing.
Use O*NET to map your role to the right SOC code
The SOC code tied to your manufacturing role determines which prevailing-wage level applies and whether EB-2 or EB-3 is the right category. Pull your occupation's profile from O*NET and confirm the code matches what your employer plans to file.
Clarify who bears PERM recruitment costs upfront
PERM requires employers to conduct a formal recruitment campaign before USCIS approves an I-140 petition. Ask your hiring manager whether the company has legal counsel handling the labor certification, and confirm the timeline before your start date.
Green Card Manufacturing: Frequently Asked Questions
Do manufacturing jobs qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Both categories apply depending on the role. EB-3 covers skilled manufacturing workers and professionals who meet the job's stated degree or experience requirements. EB-2 applies to manufacturing roles requiring an advanced degree or where the candidate has specialized credentials that meet USCIS standards. Production technician and quality inspector roles typically file under EB-3, while process and industrial engineers with graduate degrees may qualify under EB-2.
How does PERM green card sponsorship differ from H-1B for manufacturing roles?
The PERM process leads to permanent residency rather than a temporary work visa, so there's no annual renewal or lottery. For most manufacturing roles filing under EB-3, there's no annual cap concern for candidates from most countries, unlike the H-1B visa's 85,000-slot cap. The tradeoff is time: PERM labor certification, I-140 approval, and adjustment of status can take two to four years, compared to a few months for an H-1B petition.
Can a manufacturing employer sponsor me for a green card if the role doesn't require a degree?
Yes. EB-3 includes a skilled worker category for positions requiring at least two years of training or experience, which covers many manufacturing roles like CNC machinist, welder, or production supervisor. The employer must demonstrate through the PERM recruitment process that no qualified U.S. worker was available for the position, regardless of whether a degree is required.
How do I find manufacturing employers that actively sponsor green cards?
Migrate Mate indexes employers with documented EB-2 and EB-3 sponsorship history in manufacturing, so you can search by role and location without guessing which companies are open to the PERM process. Targeting employers that have filed before is more efficient than cold-approaching companies that have no established immigration infrastructure.
What happens to my green card case if I change manufacturing jobs mid-process?
If you change employers before USCIS approves your I-140 petition, the PERM labor certification is tied to the original employer and generally cannot transfer. Once your I-140 is approved and your priority date is current, portability rules under AC21 may allow you to move to a similar manufacturing role without restarting the process. Confirm with your employer's immigration counsel before making any job change.