H-1B Visa Associate Project Engineer Jobs
Associate Project Engineer jobs are a strong fit for H-1B visa sponsorship because the role requires at least a bachelor's degree in engineering or a closely related field, meeting USCIS specialty occupation standards. Employers in construction, infrastructure, and manufacturing regularly file Labor Condition Applications for this title. Status is granted for up to three years and extendable to six.
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This position reports to:
Engineering Supervisor
Your role and responsibilities
In this role, you will support engineering activities in all types of project sizes and complexities, under the supervision of senior engineers. Complete the tasks cost-effectively and in accordance with contract specifications, quality standards, safety requirements, and cybersecurity policies and standards. Develop BOMs (Bills of Materials) for assigned projects.
The work model for the role is: #LI-onsite
This role is contributing to the Electrification Distribution Solutions in Mebane, NC.
You will be mainly accountable for:
- Release mechanical BOMs to ERP system for assigned orders.
- Create 3D models and drawings for new requisition special designs using Creo, SolidWorks, or equivalent platforms.
- Create part numbers and drawings for customers’ doors and panels.
- Manage PLM (Product Lifecycle Management) system and publish new designs.
- Utilize 3D modeling to design engineering solutions, including drawings and calculations according to contractual specification.
- Creates or reviews engineering drawings, specifications and plans required by manufacturing, fabrication, or construction.
- Contributes to design reviews and design verification, modifies design, as necessary.
Qualifications for the role
- Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or related engineering field required.
- 0 - 2 or more years of experience in Electrical Engineering.
- Proficient with AutoCAD (recent version) or equivalent computer aided design platform. Computer Aided Design certification or degree.
- Familiar and have practical experience with MS Word, MS Excel, MS Project, PowerPoint, SAP, Windchill and other applicable software.
- Experience with 3D design including use of Creo, SolidWorks, or equivalent design platforms.
- Experience working in a manufacturing environment, specifically with steel or copper fabrication.
- Knowledge of ANSI Air Insulated Switchgear.
- Familiarity with NEC, ANSI, IEEE standards.
- Candidates already have work authorization to work in the US.
Why ABB?
What's in it for you
We empower you to take initiative, share ideas, and lead professionally. You’ll grow through meaningful work, continuous learning, and support that’s tailored to your goals. Every idea you share and every action you take contributes to something bigger.
ABB is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer for protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities at ABB.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their sex (gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation), marital status, citizenship, age, race and ethnicity, inclusive of traits historically associated with race or ethnicity, including but not limited to hair texture and protective hairstyles, color, religious creed, national origin, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, genetic information, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal and state law.
For more information regarding your (EEO) rights as an applicant, please visit the following websites: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf
As an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer for Protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities, applicants may request to review the plan of a particular ABB facility between the hours of 9:00 A.M. - 5:00 P.M. EST Monday through Friday by contacting an ABB HR Representative at 1-888-694-7762.
Protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access ABB's career site as a result of your disability. You may request reasonable accommodations by calling an ABB HR Representative at 1-888-694-7762 or by sending an email to US-AskHR@abb.com. Resumes and applications will not be accepted in this manner.
ABB Benefit Summary for eligible US employees
[excludes ABB E-mobility, Athens union, Puerto Rico]
Go to MyBenefitsABB.com and click on “Candidate/Guest” to learn more
Health, Life & Disability
- Choice between two medical plan options: A PPO plan called the Copay Plan OR a High Deductible Health Plan (with a Health Savings Account) called the High Deductible Plan.
- Choice between two dental plan options: Core and Core Plus
- Vision benefit
- Company paid life insurance (2X base pay)
- Company paid AD&D (1X base pay)
- Voluntary life and AD&D – 100% employee paid up to maximums
- Short Term Disability – up to 26 weeks – Company paid
- Long Term Disability – 60% of pay – Company paid. Ability to “buy-up” to 66 2/3% of pay.
- Supplemental benefits – 100% employee paid (Accident insurance, hospital indemnity, critical illness, pet insurance)
- Parental Leave – up to 6 weeks
- Employee Assistance Program
- Health Advocate support resources for mental/behavioral health, general health navigation and virtual health, and infertility/adoption
- Employee discount program
Retirement
- 401k Savings Plan with Company Contributions
- Employee Stock Acquisition Plan (ESAP)
Time off
Salaried exempt positions are provided vacation under a permissive time away policy.
Building a cleaner, smarter future takes all kinds of minds: the curious, the courageous, and the creative. That's why we welcome people from all backgrounds and experiences.
Ready to make an impact?
Apply today or visit https://www.abb.com to learn more about the impact of our solutions across the globe.
At ABB, we help industries run leaner and cleaner—and every person here makes that happen. You’ll be empowered to lead, supported to grow, and proud of the impact we create together. Join us and help run what runs the world.
This position reports to:
Engineering Supervisor
Your role and responsibilities
In this role, you will support engineering activities in all types of project sizes and complexities, under the supervision of senior engineers. Complete the tasks cost-effectively and in accordance with contract specifications, quality standards, safety requirements, and cybersecurity policies and standards. Develop BOMs (Bills of Materials) for assigned projects.
The work model for the role is: #LI-onsite
This role is contributing to the Electrification Distribution Solutions in Mebane, NC.
You will be mainly accountable for:
- Release mechanical BOMs to ERP system for assigned orders.
- Create 3D models and drawings for new requisition special designs using Creo, SolidWorks, or equivalent platforms.
- Create part numbers and drawings for customers’ doors and panels.
- Manage PLM (Product Lifecycle Management) system and publish new designs.
- Utilize 3D modeling to design engineering solutions, including drawings and calculations according to contractual specification.
- Creates or reviews engineering drawings, specifications and plans required by manufacturing, fabrication, or construction.
- Contributes to design reviews and design verification, modifies design, as necessary.
Qualifications for the role
- Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or related engineering field required.
- 0 - 2 or more years of experience in Electrical Engineering.
- Proficient with AutoCAD (recent version) or equivalent computer aided design platform. Computer Aided Design certification or degree.
- Familiar and have practical experience with MS Word, MS Excel, MS Project, PowerPoint, SAP, Windchill and other applicable software.
- Experience with 3D design including use of Creo, SolidWorks, or equivalent design platforms.
- Experience working in a manufacturing environment, specifically with steel or copper fabrication.
- Knowledge of ANSI Air Insulated Switchgear.
- Familiarity with NEC, ANSI, IEEE standards.
- Candidates already have work authorization to work in the US.
Why ABB?
What's in it for you
We empower you to take initiative, share ideas, and lead professionally. You’ll grow through meaningful work, continuous learning, and support that’s tailored to your goals. Every idea you share and every action you take contributes to something bigger.
ABB is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer for protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities at ABB.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their sex (gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation), marital status, citizenship, age, race and ethnicity, inclusive of traits historically associated with race or ethnicity, including but not limited to hair texture and protective hairstyles, color, religious creed, national origin, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, genetic information, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal and state law.
For more information regarding your (EEO) rights as an applicant, please visit the following websites: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf
As an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer for Protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities, applicants may request to review the plan of a particular ABB facility between the hours of 9:00 A.M. - 5:00 P.M. EST Monday through Friday by contacting an ABB HR Representative at 1-888-694-7762.
Protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access ABB's career site as a result of your disability. You may request reasonable accommodations by calling an ABB HR Representative at 1-888-694-7762 or by sending an email to US-AskHR@abb.com. Resumes and applications will not be accepted in this manner.
ABB Benefit Summary for eligible US employees
[excludes ABB E-mobility, Athens union, Puerto Rico]
Go to MyBenefitsABB.com and click on “Candidate/Guest” to learn more
Health, Life & Disability
- Choice between two medical plan options: A PPO plan called the Copay Plan OR a High Deductible Health Plan (with a Health Savings Account) called the High Deductible Plan.
- Choice between two dental plan options: Core and Core Plus
- Vision benefit
- Company paid life insurance (2X base pay)
- Company paid AD&D (1X base pay)
- Voluntary life and AD&D – 100% employee paid up to maximums
- Short Term Disability – up to 26 weeks – Company paid
- Long Term Disability – 60% of pay – Company paid. Ability to “buy-up” to 66 2/3% of pay.
- Supplemental benefits – 100% employee paid (Accident insurance, hospital indemnity, critical illness, pet insurance)
- Parental Leave – up to 6 weeks
- Employee Assistance Program
- Health Advocate support resources for mental/behavioral health, general health navigation and virtual health, and infertility/adoption
- Employee discount program
Retirement
- 401k Savings Plan with Company Contributions
- Employee Stock Acquisition Plan (ESAP)
Time off
Salaried exempt positions are provided vacation under a permissive time away policy.
Building a cleaner, smarter future takes all kinds of minds: the curious, the courageous, and the creative. That's why we welcome people from all backgrounds and experiences.
Ready to make an impact?
Apply today or visit https://www.abb.com to learn more about the impact of our solutions across the globe.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as an Associate Project Engineer
Align your degree to project engineering
USCIS evaluates whether your degree field directly relates to your duties. Civil, mechanical, electrical, or industrial engineering degrees map cleanly to Associate Project Engineer roles. A degree in an unrelated field will require a detailed employer justification in the I-129 petition.
Look up prevailing wages before negotiating
Your employer's LCA must certify a wage at or above the DOL prevailing wage for your job title and worksite location. Use the OFLC Wage Search to check the wage level for your specific metro area before you receive or evaluate an offer.
Find sponsors through verified LCA filing history
Target employers who have filed LCAs for project engineering titles before. Migrate Mate lists employers with verified H-1B sponsorship history searchable by role and location, so you can focus your applications on companies already set up to sponsor.
Confirm each worksite has its own certified LCA
If your role involves rotating across construction sites or client locations, each worksite address requires a separately certified LCA. Ask your employer's HR or immigration counsel how multi-site assignments are handled before accepting an offer.
Review the O*NET profile before your petition
The O*NET occupation profile for project engineers documents the degree requirements and core duties USCIS expects to see reflected in your job description. Reviewing it helps you flag gaps between your actual duties and the specialty occupation definition before the I-129 is filed.
File I-129 early if H-1B cap applies to you
If you're not currently in H-1B status, your employer must register you during the annual cap period. The selection rules have changed recently per USCIS, so confirm the current timeline with your employer's immigration attorney well before your OPT or other status expires.
H-1B Visa Associate Project Engineer: Frequently Asked Questions
Does an Associate Project Engineer role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes, Associate Project Engineer roles typically qualify as a specialty occupation because they require at least a bachelor's degree in engineering or a directly related field such as civil, mechanical, or electrical engineering. USCIS evaluates the job description, not just the title, so employers need to document that the duties demand degree-level theoretical and practical knowledge.
Which industries sponsor H-1B visas most often for this role?
Construction management firms, engineering consultancies, infrastructure developers, and manufacturing companies are the most active sponsors for Associate Project Engineer titles. Energy, utilities, and defense contractors also file LCAs for this role regularly. You can browse employers with verified H-1B filing history for project engineering positions on Migrate Mate.
What happens to my H-1B status if the project I was hired for ends early?
If your employer terminates your position before your H-1B period ends, the employer is required to pay for your return transportation abroad. You have a 60-day grace period to find a new sponsoring employer and transfer your H-1B status. Starting a new job search immediately upon notice gives you the best chance of staying in status within that window.
Can my employer transfer my H-1B to a different project site?
Yes, but each new worksite requires a separately certified LCA filed with DOL before you begin work at that location. This applies even if the new site is in the same city. Your employer's immigration counsel should initiate the amended LCA process as soon as a worksite change is confirmed, not after you've already reported to the new location.
How does the H-1B cap affect my timeline as an Associate Project Engineer?
If you're not currently in H-1B status, your employer must enter you in the annual cap registration process. The selection rules have changed recently per USCIS, so the exact timeline varies. Cap-exempt employers, such as universities and certain nonprofits, can file outside the cap period entirely, which is worth discussing with your employer if you need faster authorization.