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Project Team Leader roles qualify for EB-2 and EB-3 green card sponsorship through the PERM labor certification process, which requires employers to document recruitment efforts before filing an I-140 immigrant petition. Construction, engineering, IT, and manufacturing firms routinely sponsor this title. Understanding how your management credentials align with DOL's prevailing-wage and specialty-occupation standards strengthens your sponsorship case.
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Job Description:
Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc.
When you join Caterpillar, you're joining a global team who cares not just about the work we do – but also about each other. We are the makers, problem solvers, and future world builders who are creating stronger, more sustainable communities. We don't just talk about progress and innovation here – we make it happen, with our customers, where we work and live. Together, we are building a better world, so we can all enjoy living in it.
Caterpillar’s Intelligent Machine Systems - CAT Technology Division (Mossville, IL Building AC) is currently seeking an Electronic Systems Verification and Validation Sr Engineer to support lab-based testing for Caterpillar machines. In this role, you will work with an engineering team in the verification and validation of embedded software for Caterpillar machines, while building a detailed knowledge of the Electrical and Electronic Systems on Caterpillar’s products and technologies that they enable. You and your team will be performing Embedded software validation using a combination of SiL (Software-in-the-loop) and HiL (Hardware-in-the-loop) methodologies to ensure high quality software for our internal and external customers. We have a fabulous team that does some of the most exciting work at Caterpillar, and we can’t wait for you to join the team!!
What You Will Do:
- Lead the development and execution of the Software-in-the-Loop (SIL) test strategy for Subsystems Controls and Software, ensuring alignment with program objectives and overall V&V roadmap
- Drive implementation of the SIL strategy by:
- Establishing and standardizing SIL infrastructure and frameworks across teams
- Promoting and ensuring consistent adoption of SIL processes and best practices
- Leading the development and review of SIL regression test plans
- Overseeing the creation and quality of SIL GoogleTest scripts
- Ensuring seamless integration of SIL testing within CI/CD/CT pipelines
- Drive AUTOSAR readiness initiatives by coordinating Tech Platform conformance across Systems, Subsystems, Controls, and Software teams, with SIL as a key verification layer in the V&V strategy
- Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders (process, systems, software, and validation teams) to improve end-to-end feature traceability, from requirements through SIL validation to HIL and system integration testing
- Lead and mentor a team of 4–6 engineers, providing technical guidance, task prioritization, and performance coaching to ensure high-quality deliverables
- Coordinate with global teams to align execution, resolve dependencies, and ensure timely delivery of SIL outcomes across programs
- Own day-to-day execution tracking, including scope, schedule, risks, and dependencies, and proactively escalate issues and drive resolution to meet project milestones
What You Will Have:
- Analytical Thinking: Knowledge of techniques and tools that promote effective analysis; ability to determine the root cause of organizational problems and create alternative solutions that resolve these problems.
- Problem Solving: Knowledge of approaches, tools, techniques for recognizing, anticipating, and resolving organizational, operational or process problems; ability to apply knowledge of problem solving appropriately to diverse situations.
- Embedded Systems: Knowledge of embedded systems and their applications; ability to develop embedded systems with varying levels of complexity to control the operations of the machine it is embedded within.
- Requirements Analysis: Knowledge of tools, methods, and techniques of requirement analysis; ability to elicit, analyze and record required business functionality and non-functionality requirements to ensure the success of a system or software development project.
- Technical Troubleshooting: Knowledge of technical troubleshooting approaches, tools and techniques; ability to anticipate, recognize, and resolve technical issues on hardware, software, application or operation.
Top candidates will have:
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering or computer science
- Typically, have 7+ years’ experience in software development or Validation.
- Strong experience with Software In-the Loop (SIL)
- Strong experience architecting modular software features
- Strong experience with C, C++ and Simulink Autocoding
- Experience with CI/CD/CT pipelines
- Strong experience with software versioning control framework
- Experience working with Global teams
Additional Information
- The location for this position is on site in Mossville, IL
- Domestic relocation assistance is available for this position
- Visa sponsorship is available for this position
- Travel is 10%
Summary Pay Range:
$128,470.00 - $192,710.00
Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, job level, market location, job-related knowledge, skills, individual performance and experience. Please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at Caterpillar.
Benefits:
Subject to plan eligibility, terms, and guidelines. This is a summary list of benefits.
- Medical, dental, and vision benefits*
- Paid time off plan (Vacation, Holidays, Volunteer, etc.)*
- 401(k) savings plans*
- Health Savings Account (HSA)*
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)*
- Health Lifestyle Programs*
- Employee Assistance Program*
- Voluntary Benefits and Employee Discounts*
- Career Development*
- Incentive bonus*
- Disability benefits
- Life Insurance
- Parental leave
- Adoption benefits
-
Tuition Reimbursement
-
These benefits also apply to part-time employees
This position requires working onsite five days a week.
Relocation is available for this position.
Visa sponsorship is available for eligible applicants.
Posting Dates:
May 28, 2026 - June 15, 2026
Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen.
Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply.
Not ready to apply? Join our Talent Community.
Career Area:
Engineering
Job Description:
Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc.
When you join Caterpillar, you're joining a global team who cares not just about the work we do – but also about each other. We are the makers, problem solvers, and future world builders who are creating stronger, more sustainable communities. We don't just talk about progress and innovation here – we make it happen, with our customers, where we work and live. Together, we are building a better world, so we can all enjoy living in it.
Caterpillar’s Intelligent Machine Systems - CAT Technology Division (Mossville, IL Building AC) is currently seeking an Electronic Systems Verification and Validation Sr Engineer to support lab-based testing for Caterpillar machines. In this role, you will work with an engineering team in the verification and validation of embedded software for Caterpillar machines, while building a detailed knowledge of the Electrical and Electronic Systems on Caterpillar’s products and technologies that they enable. You and your team will be performing Embedded software validation using a combination of SiL (Software-in-the-loop) and HiL (Hardware-in-the-loop) methodologies to ensure high quality software for our internal and external customers. We have a fabulous team that does some of the most exciting work at Caterpillar, and we can’t wait for you to join the team!!
What You Will Do:
- Lead the development and execution of the Software-in-the-Loop (SIL) test strategy for Subsystems Controls and Software, ensuring alignment with program objectives and overall V&V roadmap
- Drive implementation of the SIL strategy by:
- Establishing and standardizing SIL infrastructure and frameworks across teams
- Promoting and ensuring consistent adoption of SIL processes and best practices
- Leading the development and review of SIL regression test plans
- Overseeing the creation and quality of SIL GoogleTest scripts
- Ensuring seamless integration of SIL testing within CI/CD/CT pipelines
- Drive AUTOSAR readiness initiatives by coordinating Tech Platform conformance across Systems, Subsystems, Controls, and Software teams, with SIL as a key verification layer in the V&V strategy
- Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders (process, systems, software, and validation teams) to improve end-to-end feature traceability, from requirements through SIL validation to HIL and system integration testing
- Lead and mentor a team of 4–6 engineers, providing technical guidance, task prioritization, and performance coaching to ensure high-quality deliverables
- Coordinate with global teams to align execution, resolve dependencies, and ensure timely delivery of SIL outcomes across programs
- Own day-to-day execution tracking, including scope, schedule, risks, and dependencies, and proactively escalate issues and drive resolution to meet project milestones
What You Will Have:
- Analytical Thinking: Knowledge of techniques and tools that promote effective analysis; ability to determine the root cause of organizational problems and create alternative solutions that resolve these problems.
- Problem Solving: Knowledge of approaches, tools, techniques for recognizing, anticipating, and resolving organizational, operational or process problems; ability to apply knowledge of problem solving appropriately to diverse situations.
- Embedded Systems: Knowledge of embedded systems and their applications; ability to develop embedded systems with varying levels of complexity to control the operations of the machine it is embedded within.
- Requirements Analysis: Knowledge of tools, methods, and techniques of requirement analysis; ability to elicit, analyze and record required business functionality and non-functionality requirements to ensure the success of a system or software development project.
- Technical Troubleshooting: Knowledge of technical troubleshooting approaches, tools and techniques; ability to anticipate, recognize, and resolve technical issues on hardware, software, application or operation.
Top candidates will have:
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering or computer science
- Typically, have 7+ years’ experience in software development or Validation.
- Strong experience with Software In-the Loop (SIL)
- Strong experience architecting modular software features
- Strong experience with C, C++ and Simulink Autocoding
- Experience with CI/CD/CT pipelines
- Strong experience with software versioning control framework
- Experience working with Global teams
Additional Information
- The location for this position is on site in Mossville, IL
- Domestic relocation assistance is available for this position
- Visa sponsorship is available for this position
- Travel is 10%
Summary Pay Range:
$128,470.00 - $192,710.00
Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, job level, market location, job-related knowledge, skills, individual performance and experience. Please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at Caterpillar.
Benefits:
Subject to plan eligibility, terms, and guidelines. This is a summary list of benefits.
- Medical, dental, and vision benefits*
- Paid time off plan (Vacation, Holidays, Volunteer, etc.)*
- 401(k) savings plans*
- Health Savings Account (HSA)*
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)*
- Health Lifestyle Programs*
- Employee Assistance Program*
- Voluntary Benefits and Employee Discounts*
- Career Development*
- Incentive bonus*
- Disability benefits
- Life Insurance
- Parental leave
- Adoption benefits
-
Tuition Reimbursement
-
These benefits also apply to part-time employees
This position requires working onsite five days a week.
Relocation is available for this position.
Visa sponsorship is available for eligible applicants.
Posting Dates:
May 28, 2026 - June 15, 2026
Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen.
Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply.
Not ready to apply? Join our Talent Community.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship in Project Team Leader
Document your supervisory scope before applying
PERM job descriptions must match your actual duties. Gather written evidence of team size managed, project budgets overseen, and cross-functional coordination responsibilities so your employer's labor certification accurately reflects the role you'll fill.
Target industries with active PERM filing histories
Construction management, aerospace, IT infrastructure, and civil engineering firms file PERM applications for Project Team Leader titles far more frequently than retail or hospitality. Filter your job search to sectors where employer sponsorship is an established hiring practice, not an exception.
Verify your role qualifies under EB-2 or EB-3
If your position requires a bachelor's degree plus progressive supervisory experience, it typically qualifies under EB-3 as a skilled worker. Roles requiring an advanced degree or equivalent specialized credentials may support an EB-2 filing. Check the O*NET occupation profile for your specific job zone classification.
Search for sponsoring employers through Migrate Mate
Use Migrate Mate to identify employers with verified green card sponsorship history for Project Team Leader and related management titles. Targeting companies that have already navigated PERM for this role shortens your path from offer to petition.
Ask about prevailing wage determination early in negotiations
DOL requires employers to pay the OFLC-certified prevailing wage for your location and job duties throughout the green card process. Before accepting an offer, confirm your employer will use the OFLC Wage Search to establish the correct wage level for your title and metro area.
Understand concurrent filing if your priority date is current
For EB-3 applicants from most countries, USCIS allows concurrent filing of the I-140 and I-485 adjustment of status when a visa number is immediately available. Confirming your country's priority date before your employer begins PERM can save you 12 to 18 months in total processing time.
Green Card Project Team Leader: Frequently Asked Questions
Do Project Team Leader roles typically qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Most Project Team Leader positions qualify under EB-3 as skilled worker roles requiring at least a bachelor's degree and several years of supervisory experience. Roles that formally require an advanced degree or demonstrate specialized credentials may qualify under EB-2. Your employer's PERM job description, not your personal resume alone, determines which category applies.
How does the PERM green card process differ from H-1B sponsorship for this role?
H-1B visa sponsorship is temporary, capped at 85,000 annually, and subject to a lottery. PERM-based green card sponsorship has no annual lottery, leads to permanent residency, and isn't limited by an employer-specific cap at the EB-3 level for most nationalities. The tradeoff is timeline: PERM and I-140 together typically take 12 to 24 months before adjustment of status can begin, compared to H-1B's faster initial approval.
What documents should I prepare to support a PERM application for a Project Team Leader role?
You'll need official transcripts, degree certificates, and any professional licenses relevant to your industry. A detailed letter from a current or former employer documenting your supervisory responsibilities, team size, and project scope helps the employer's attorney write a PERM job description that accurately reflects the role. Foreign credentials may require a USCIS-recognized evaluation for equivalency purposes.
How do I find employers that actively sponsor green cards for Project Team Leader positions?
Use Migrate Mate to search for Project Team Leader roles filtered by employers with green card sponsorship history. This is more reliable than applying broadly, since most job postings don't specify whether PERM sponsorship is available. Focusing on companies that have previously sponsored this title means you're negotiating with employers who already understand the process.
Can my employer start the PERM process while I'm on an H-1B or other nonimmigrant status?
Yes. PERM labor certification is independent of your current nonimmigrant status and can be filed while you remain on H-1B, O-1 visa, or TN visa status. Filing early matters because your priority date is established when USCIS receives the I-140 petition, not when PERM begins. USCIS allows H-1B holders with an approved I-140 to extend their status in three-year increments beyond the standard six-year cap.