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H-1B visa jobs for Assistant Electrical Engineers are a strong fit for specialty occupation sponsorship, since the role requires at least a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or a closely related field. Sponsoring employers file a Labor Condition Application with DOL and an I-129 petition with USCIS, covering your status for up to three years.
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About O-I
Remember the last time you opened a bottle of champagne? A cold beer after a hard day’s work or a bottle of sparkling mineral water to quench your thirst? Well, it was probably made by us. We are O-I and we love that we make more glass containers than anyone in the world. O-I has more than a century of experience crafting pure, sustainable, brand-building glass packaging for many of the world’s best-known food and beverage brands. We are proud to provide high quality glass packaging for beer, wine, spirits, food, non-alcoholic beverages, cosmetics and pharmaceuticals.
Why do you want to apply?
If you are looking for a small-town environment without the hustle and bustle of the big city, this is the place for you. Our Brockway and Crenshaw plants are conveniently located in an area that offers a multitude of options for outdoor enthusiasts. O-I is a company that is committed to fostering an inclusive environment and offers opportunities for growth and advancement.
Job Description
The Assistant Plant Electrical Engineer assists the Plant Engineer in leading and directing salaried and hourly personnel engaged in all phases of the plant engineering function, including installation, and repair and maintenance of all plant systems, equipment, grounds and facilities.
The Assistant Plant Electrical Engineer Should Have
- Strong maintenance and/or furnace operations background
- Experience with maintenance management software
- Experience in a maintenance leadership role
- Strong electrical background
- Ability to communicate effectively with all levels within the organization
The Assistant Plant Electrical Engineer Will
- Assist in directing preventive maintenance programs
- Coordinate and supervise all construction and service work performed by outside contractors
- Conduct periodic inspections of all plant systems, equipment, facilities and grounds
- Review shift operations, make decisions, and implement actions relative to changes on shifts that may impact processing, procedures, personnel, equipment, and customer requirements
- Track downtime and provide solutions to decrease downtime
Qualifications
- Trade school or Bachelor degree in Engineering would be a preferred - high school diploma or equivalent combination of education and relevant work experience required.
- Industrial electrical experience required
- 5 years of experience in a maintenance leadership position in a manufacturing facility, glass industry experience is preferred
Additional Information
What we offer at O-I:
Salary Range: The expected salary range for this position is between $91,330 - $115,000 and includes a possible 12% quarterly incentive bonus. Actual pay will be adjusted based upon candidate experience and other job-related factors permitted by law.
O-I offers a very generous benefit package – some of the highlights are:
- Vacation time and paid holidays
- Health, dental, prescription and vision care coverage
- Generous insurance discounts with participation in Company wellness program
- Wellness incentive where you can earn money for your HSA or HRA
- Group life insurance
- Accidental death & dismemberment insurance
- Voluntary employee and dependent life insurance
- Weekly disability insurance
- Paid sick time
- Parental leave benefits
- 401(k) retirement saving plans with defined contributions
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
O-I is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer committed to building a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or other protected category. Qualified individuals with disabilities or disabled veterans who are unable or limited in their ability to apply on this site may request reasonable accommodations by emailing hr.recruiters@o-i.com.
Company Description
About O-I
Remember the last time you opened a bottle of champagne? A cold beer after a hard day’s work or a bottle of sparkling mineral water to quench your thirst? Well, it was probably made by us. We are O-I and we love that we make more glass containers than anyone in the world. O-I has more than a century of experience crafting pure, sustainable, brand-building glass packaging for many of the world’s best-known food and beverage brands. We are proud to provide high quality glass packaging for beer, wine, spirits, food, non-alcoholic beverages, cosmetics and pharmaceuticals.
Why do you want to apply?
If you are looking for a small-town environment without the hustle and bustle of the big city, this is the place for you. Our Brockway and Crenshaw plants are conveniently located in an area that offers a multitude of options for outdoor enthusiasts. O-I is a company that is committed to fostering an inclusive environment and offers opportunities for growth and advancement.
Job Description
The Assistant Plant Electrical Engineer assists the Plant Engineer in leading and directing salaried and hourly personnel engaged in all phases of the plant engineering function, including installation, and repair and maintenance of all plant systems, equipment, grounds and facilities.
The Assistant Plant Electrical Engineer Should Have
- Strong maintenance and/or furnace operations background
- Experience with maintenance management software
- Experience in a maintenance leadership role
- Strong electrical background
- Ability to communicate effectively with all levels within the organization
The Assistant Plant Electrical Engineer Will
- Assist in directing preventive maintenance programs
- Coordinate and supervise all construction and service work performed by outside contractors
- Conduct periodic inspections of all plant systems, equipment, facilities and grounds
- Review shift operations, make decisions, and implement actions relative to changes on shifts that may impact processing, procedures, personnel, equipment, and customer requirements
- Track downtime and provide solutions to decrease downtime
Qualifications
- Trade school or Bachelor degree in Engineering would be a preferred - high school diploma or equivalent combination of education and relevant work experience required.
- Industrial electrical experience required
- 5 years of experience in a maintenance leadership position in a manufacturing facility, glass industry experience is preferred
Additional Information
What we offer at O-I:
Salary Range: The expected salary range for this position is between $91,330 - $115,000 and includes a possible 12% quarterly incentive bonus. Actual pay will be adjusted based upon candidate experience and other job-related factors permitted by law.
O-I offers a very generous benefit package – some of the highlights are:
- Vacation time and paid holidays
- Health, dental, prescription and vision care coverage
- Generous insurance discounts with participation in Company wellness program
- Wellness incentive where you can earn money for your HSA or HRA
- Group life insurance
- Accidental death & dismemberment insurance
- Voluntary employee and dependent life insurance
- Weekly disability insurance
- Paid sick time
- Parental leave benefits
- 401(k) retirement saving plans with defined contributions
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
O-I is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer committed to building a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or other protected category. Qualified individuals with disabilities or disabled veterans who are unable or limited in their ability to apply on this site may request reasonable accommodations by emailing hr.recruiters@o-i.com.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as an Assistant Electrical Engineer
Align your transcripts to the role
USCIS scrutinizes whether your degree field directly relates to electrical engineering duties. If your degree is in a related discipline like electronics or power systems, prepare a credential evaluation that maps your coursework to the specific job duties before you apply.
Verify your worksite LCA coverage
Each physical worksite requires its own certified LCA. If your employer assigns you to client sites or project locations not listed on the original LCA, ask HR to file an amended petition before you start work at the new location.
Search employers using Migrate Mate
Target employers with verified H-1B visa LCA filing history for electrical engineering roles by searching Migrate Mate. Focusing on companies that have sponsored similar positions before shortens your path to an offer and reduces the risk of an employer unfamiliar with the process.
Look up prevailing wage tiers early
Use the OFLC Wage Search to check the prevailing wage for your SOC code and work location before negotiations. Your offered salary must meet at least the Level I wage; employers filing at Level II or III can offer more competitive packages and face fewer DOL audit risks.
Use O*NET to document specialty occupation
Pull the O*NET occupation profile for Electrical Engineers and highlight the degree requirements section. Sharing this with your hiring manager helps them write a job description that clearly establishes specialty occupation status, reducing the chance of a Request for Evidence from USCIS.
Time your offer against the cap selection cycle
Because H-1B cap selection rules have changed recently, confirm the current registration window directly with USCIS before accepting an offer. Cap-exempt employers such as universities and nonprofit research institutions can file year-round and bypass the selection process entirely.
H-1B Visa Assistant Electrical Engineer: Frequently Asked Questions
Does an Assistant Electrical Engineer role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes, Assistant Electrical Engineer roles typically qualify as a specialty occupation because the position normally requires at least a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or a directly related field such as electronics engineering or power systems. The employer must document in the I-129 petition that the specific job duties require that theoretical and practical application of engineering knowledge, which USCIS evaluates case by case.
Which employers sponsor H-1B visas for Assistant Electrical Engineers?
Employers in energy utilities, construction engineering firms, defense contractors, semiconductor manufacturers, and infrastructure consulting companies regularly file LCAs and H-1B petitions for electrical engineering positions. You can browse verified H-1B sponsoring employers in this field directly on Migrate Mate, which surfaces companies with documented LCA filing history for engineering roles.
What documents do I need to support my H-1B petition as an Assistant Electrical Engineer?
Your employer will need your official transcripts, a credential evaluation if your degree was earned outside the United States, and a detailed letter from your university confirming your field of study. USCIS may also request a letter from a professional engineer or academic expert explaining why your degree is directly related to the specific duties of the assistant electrical engineering role.
Can my H-1B status cover multiple project worksites as an Assistant Electrical Engineer?
No, a single certified LCA covers only the worksite addresses listed on it. If you're assigned to a new client site or project location, your employer must file an amended H-1B petition with a new LCA certified by DOL for that address before you begin work there. Failure to do this puts both you and your employer out of compliance with H-1B regulations.
How long does H-1B status last for an Assistant Electrical Engineer?
H-1B status is initially granted for up to three years and can be extended for a further three years, reaching a six-year maximum in most cases. If your employer has filed a PERM labor certification or an I-140 immigrant petition on your behalf before the six-year mark, additional extensions beyond that ceiling may be available under specific statutory provisions.