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Assembly Technician roles qualify for H-1B sponsorship when the position requires at least a bachelor's degree in engineering, manufacturing technology, or a related specialty field. Employers in aerospace, medical devices, and industrial equipment regularly file H-1B petitions for these roles. Use this page to find Assembly Technician positions at companies with active H-1B filing history.
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Pioneering in America, from the first mile to the last.
For more than 160 years, Siemens has helped shape U.S. infrastructure, electrification, and transportation. At Siemens Mobility’s Rolling Stock Division in Lexington, NC, we’re applying digitalization and automation to build safer, more reliable, and more sustainable passenger rail vehicles.
A day in your life on our line
It’s 5:30 a.m. on Monday, and the production hall comes alive. You gear up and join a high-energy team focused on final assembly of world-class passenger coaches and locomotives. You move from station to station bringing a railcar to life—aligning panels, installing components, routing harnesses—each action adding precision and pride.
- Assemble major coach units including roofs, cable harnesses, mounted parts, electrical racks and panels, air supply racks, and piping assemblies.
- Bond and align floor panels; set windows and door assemblies with accuracy.
- Install insulation, sidewall panels, seating, and luggage racks to specification.
- Route and terminate electrical wiring harnesses to final endpoints and subassemblies.
- Disassemble, modify, rework, refurbish, and reassemble parts as needed to meet standards.
- Work from production blueprints, wiring diagrams, parts and wire lists, sketches, and verbal instructions to create electrical or electro-mechanical subassemblies.
- Use fine motor skills for small-part assembly requiring excellent dexterity.
Shift: Monday – Thursday, 5:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
WHAT YOU BRING
- High school diploma or state-recognized GED; or a comparable blend of education and hands-on experience in environments like manufacturing, electrical panel assembly, construction, automotive, or electrical service.
- Basic written and verbal English communication skills.
- Familiarity with reading blueprints, diagrams, and part lists is a plus.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
- Frequent walking; reaching; stooping; kneeling; crouching; crawling.
- Regular climbing of stairs, steps, and ladders; work on elevated platforms; and overhead tasks.
- Occasional lifting and moving of up to 40 pounds.
- Ability to use close, distance, color, and peripheral vision; depth perception; and sustained focus.
WHY YOU’LL LOVE SIEMENS
- 11 paid holidays and 18 days of PTO.
- 401(k) with 6% company match.
- Health, Dental, and Vision insurance; HSA/FSA; Commuter Benefits—effective Day 1.
- Work that matters—tackle complex, meaningful rail projects.
- A fast-evolving, pioneering technology environment.
- Competitive total rewards.
- Tuition reimbursement, mentoring, online learning, and rewards for innovative ideas.
- Employee perks and discounts, in addition to generous PTO and the 401(k) match.
Siemens offers a variety of health and wellness benefits to employees. Details are available here: https://www.benefitsquickstart.com/siemens/index.html.
COMPENSATION
The hourly wage for this role in Lexington, NC is $17.00–$20.91, with the final rate potentially higher or lower based on budget as well as your experience, knowledge, skills, and qualifications.
PROFICIENCY
We expect solid mechanical assembly skills.
LEGAL
Applicants must be legally authorized for employment in the United States without needing current or future employer-sponsored work authorization.
INTRODUCTION
Pioneering in America, from the first mile to the last.
For more than 160 years, Siemens has helped shape U.S. infrastructure, electrification, and transportation. At Siemens Mobility’s Rolling Stock Division in Lexington, NC, we’re applying digitalization and automation to build safer, more reliable, and more sustainable passenger rail vehicles.
A day in your life on our line
It’s 5:30 a.m. on Monday, and the production hall comes alive. You gear up and join a high-energy team focused on final assembly of world-class passenger coaches and locomotives. You move from station to station bringing a railcar to life—aligning panels, installing components, routing harnesses—each action adding precision and pride.
- Assemble major coach units including roofs, cable harnesses, mounted parts, electrical racks and panels, air supply racks, and piping assemblies.
- Bond and align floor panels; set windows and door assemblies with accuracy.
- Install insulation, sidewall panels, seating, and luggage racks to specification.
- Route and terminate electrical wiring harnesses to final endpoints and subassemblies.
- Disassemble, modify, rework, refurbish, and reassemble parts as needed to meet standards.
- Work from production blueprints, wiring diagrams, parts and wire lists, sketches, and verbal instructions to create electrical or electro-mechanical subassemblies.
- Use fine motor skills for small-part assembly requiring excellent dexterity.
Shift: Monday – Thursday, 5:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
WHAT YOU BRING
- High school diploma or state-recognized GED; or a comparable blend of education and hands-on experience in environments like manufacturing, electrical panel assembly, construction, automotive, or electrical service.
- Basic written and verbal English communication skills.
- Familiarity with reading blueprints, diagrams, and part lists is a plus.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
- Frequent walking; reaching; stooping; kneeling; crouching; crawling.
- Regular climbing of stairs, steps, and ladders; work on elevated platforms; and overhead tasks.
- Occasional lifting and moving of up to 40 pounds.
- Ability to use close, distance, color, and peripheral vision; depth perception; and sustained focus.
WHY YOU’LL LOVE SIEMENS
- 11 paid holidays and 18 days of PTO.
- 401(k) with 6% company match.
- Health, Dental, and Vision insurance; HSA/FSA; Commuter Benefits—effective Day 1.
- Work that matters—tackle complex, meaningful rail projects.
- A fast-evolving, pioneering technology environment.
- Competitive total rewards.
- Tuition reimbursement, mentoring, online learning, and rewards for innovative ideas.
- Employee perks and discounts, in addition to generous PTO and the 401(k) match.
Siemens offers a variety of health and wellness benefits to employees. Details are available here: https://www.benefitsquickstart.com/siemens/index.html.
COMPENSATION
The hourly wage for this role in Lexington, NC is $17.00–$20.91, with the final rate potentially higher or lower based on budget as well as your experience, knowledge, skills, and qualifications.
PROFICIENCY
We expect solid mechanical assembly skills.
LEGAL
Applicants must be legally authorized for employment in the United States without needing current or future employer-sponsored work authorization.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as an Assembly Technician
Verify your degree matches the role
H-1B eligibility for Assembly Technician roles hinges on specialty occupation status. Pull the O*NET profile for your target job title and confirm the listed education requirement is a specific technical degree, not a general bachelor's or equivalent experience.
Target manufacturers enrolled in E-Verify
E-Verify enrollment is required for STEM OPT employers and signals visa-sponsorship readiness in manufacturing. Filter your employer search to E-Verify participants in aerospace, medical device, and industrial automation sectors where H-1B filings for technician roles are most common.
Check prevailing wage before applying
Your offered wage must meet the DOL prevailing wage for your specific occupation and work location. Run the OFLC Wage Search using the Assembly Technician SOC code before your first interview so you can flag underpaying offers before they reach the LCA stage.
Search verified H-1B sponsors on Migrate Mate
Find Assembly Technician roles at employers with confirmed H-1B LCA filing history using Migrate Mate. Filter by occupation code to see which manufacturers have sponsored this specific role, not just any H-1B position, before you apply.
Ask about cap-exempt employer status early
Universities, nonprofit research institutions, and affiliated government entities are cap-exempt, meaning your H-1B petition skips the lottery entirely. Assembly Technician roles at research labs or university engineering departments are a legitimate path that most candidates overlook.
Confirm filing timeline before accepting an offer
Cap-subject H-1B petitions must be filed for an October 1 start date, with USCIS registration opening each March. If you receive an offer outside that window, negotiate a start date that aligns with the next fiscal year or ask whether the employer will use premium processing.
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Find Assembly Technician JobsAssembly Technician H-1B Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does an Assembly Technician role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
It depends on how the employer defines the position. USCIS requires that the role normally requires a bachelor's degree in a specific technical field, such as mechanical engineering or manufacturing technology. A generic Assembly Technician posting that lists a degree as preferred rather than required may not qualify. Roles in aerospace, medical devices, or advanced electronics are more likely to meet the threshold because the complexity of the work supports a specific degree requirement.
Which industries sponsor H-1B visas most often for Assembly Technician roles?
Aerospace and defense manufacturers, medical device companies, semiconductor fabricators, and industrial robotics firms are the most active H-1B sponsors for Assembly Technician positions. These sectors hire for roles that require precision, specialized technical training, and often a degree in engineering or a related discipline. You can identify specific employers with LCA filing history for this occupation by searching on Migrate Mate, filtered by SOC code.
Can I switch Assembly Technician employers while on an H-1B?
Yes, H-1B portability under AC21 lets you start working for a new employer as soon as the new petition is filed, provided your original H-1B has been approved for at least 180 days and the new role is in the same or a similar occupational classification. Your new employer must file a new I-129 petition with USCIS. You don't need to wait for approval before starting, but the new petition must be pending.
What documents does my employer need to file an H-1B for an Assembly Technician position?
Your employer needs a certified Labor Condition Application from DOL before filing the I-129 petition with USCIS. Supporting documents typically include a job description that demonstrates specialty occupation requirements, your academic credentials or degree equivalency evaluation, and evidence that the offered wage meets the DOL prevailing wage for the role and location. If your degree is from outside the U.S., a credential evaluation from a NACES-member organization is standard.
What happens to my H-1B status if I'm laid off from an Assembly Technician role?
USCIS provides a 60-day grace period after involuntary termination, during which you remain in valid H-1B status and can pursue a new employer sponsorship or change of status. If a new employer files an H-1B transfer petition before the grace period ends, you can continue working under portability rules. Acting within the first 30 days gives you more buffer to handle any filing delays.
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