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Automation engineers, controls engineers, and robotics specialists are among the strongest H-1B visa candidates because their roles consistently meet USCIS specialty occupation requirements. Employers in manufacturing, logistics, and tech actively file LCAs for these positions, and the 85,000-slot annual cap makes timing your job search and petition filing critical.
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At ENFRA, we blend a rich history with a forward-looking vision. With over 100 years of experience, we are a pillar of stability in the energy infrastructure industry and a leader in innovative energy solutions. Our commitment to leveraging emerging technologies ensures that we remain at the forefront of the Energy-as-a-Service sector.
We believe in growth—not just for our business, but for our people. Our team members have the opportunity to advance their careers in a supportive environment that values continuous learning and development. We embrace innovation and encourage creative problem solving to tackle the energy infrastructure and energy challenges of tomorrow.
Inclusion is at the heart of our culture. We strive to create a workplace where every voice is heard and valued, fostering a collaborative environment where diverse perspectives drive our success.
Join us to be part of a legacy of excellence and a future of groundbreaking advancements. At ENFRA, stability, innovation, and growth are more than just values—they are the pillars of our continued success.
Overview:
The Building Automation Systems (BAS) Project Representative serves as the IS Delivery project team's technical authority and client advocate, responsible for planning, procurement strategy, construction oversight, system activation, and operational turnover of building automation and controls systems.
This role ensures BAS infrastructure is capable of and supports all required project outcomes, including technical requirements, operational stability, resiliency, regulatory compliance, and financial obligations.
The position provides leadership across architects, engineers, controls contractors, mechanical contractors, commissioning agents, and facility operations teams, ensuring that building automation systems are designed for performance, maintainability, cybersecurity, and long-term operational value.
Responsibilities:
- BAS Planning & Program Development
- Support the project team by developing BAS procurement, contracting, and execution plans for IS Delivery portfolios.
- Ensure compliance with controls architecture, integration strategies, and interoperability standards.
- Collaborate with Engineering, Data Delivery, M&V, and Analytics to ensure system requirements for HVAC controls, central plants, critical environments, energy management, and fault detection systems are delivered by the construction team.
- Collaborate with ENFRA and client facilities leadership to align BAS systems with ENFRA designs specific to the project portfolio, required operational reliability, energy efficiency, and sustainability goals.
- Lead technology evaluations for all proposed solutions, systems, platforms, and components.
- Ensures bidder qualifications and quality control programs meet ENFRA requirements.
- Design Collaboration with Project Engineering Team:
- Collaborate on design and submittal documents for building automation systems.
- Support Engineering teams to ensure compliance with:
- ENFRA standards
- Owner requirements
- Industry standards and best practices
- Regulatory requirements
- Cybersecurity and IT standards
- Coordinate BAS integration with:
- HVAC systems
- Central utility plants
- Electrical monitoring systems
- Lighting controls
- Security and life safety systems
- Analytics
- Measurement and Verification
- Participate in design reviews, constructability reviews, and value engineering efforts.
- Procurement & Contracting
- Develop procurement documents and solicitations for control systems and integration platforms.
- Prepare and review for bidders:
- BAS specifications
- Bid packages
- Vendor qualification criteria
- Evaluate contractor proposals and recommend vendor selection.
- Ensure procurement aligns with open protocol standards (BACnet, Modbus, etc.) and owner interoperability requirements.
- Construction Team Support
- Provide technical support during construction to ensure proper installation of:
- BAS infrastructure
- Controls hardware
- Field devices
- Network architecture
- Provide support with reviewing:
- Submittals
- Controls drawings
- Sequence of operations
- Network architecture diagrams
- Monitor project progress to ensure adherence to schedule, budget, and quality standards.
- Commissioning & Functional Performance
- Support building automation commissioning activities as required by ENFRA.
- Collaborate with contractors, engineers, and commissioning authorities to ensure rapid, practical resolution of issues that impede project outcomes.
- System Integration & Data Strategy
- Support BAS integration with enterprise systems including:
- Energy management platforms
- Analytics and fault detection systems
- CMMS / asset management systems
- IoT platforms
- Facilitate data architecture and naming conventions to support long-term analytics and reporting when required.
- Support Turnover & Operational Readiness
- Assist with documentation, training, and system turnover to facility operations teams.
- Review:
- As-built documentation
- Graphics
- Control narratives
- O&M manuals
- Facilitate BAS training programs for facility staff.
- Support post-occupancy system optimization and performance tuning as required.
QUALIFICATIONS
Required Education, Experience, and Qualifications:
- 10+ years experience in building automation systems design, construction, commissioning, or operations.
- Experience with complex facilities such as:
- Hospitals
- Research laboratories
- Pharmaceutical facilities
- Mission-critical environments
- Large commercial buildings
- Experience managing BAS through the full project lifecycle.
Preferred Education, Experience, and Qualifications:
- Strong knowledge of:
- HVAC control systems
- BAS architecture and integration
- Open protocol communications (BACnet, Modbus, LonWorks)
- Central plant automation
- Laboratory and healthcare environmental control
- Commissioning processes
- Control sequences and system optimization
- Building energy management systems
- BAS cybersecurity best practices
- Preferred Qualifications:
- Certified Healthcare Facility Manager (CHFM)
- Certified Energy Manager (CEM)
- Certified Commissioning Professional (CCP)
- LEED Accredited Professional
- Professional Engineer (PE)
PAY RANGE:
USD $101,610.00 - USD $135,645.00 /Yr.
ENFRA is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities, Women, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities, and participates in the e-Verify program. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability, or any other classification protected by law.
About us:
At ENFRA, we blend a rich history with a forward-looking vision. With over 100 years of experience, we are a pillar of stability in the energy infrastructure industry and a leader in innovative energy solutions. Our commitment to leveraging emerging technologies ensures that we remain at the forefront of the Energy-as-a-Service sector.
We believe in growth—not just for our business, but for our people. Our team members have the opportunity to advance their careers in a supportive environment that values continuous learning and development. We embrace innovation and encourage creative problem solving to tackle the energy infrastructure and energy challenges of tomorrow.
Inclusion is at the heart of our culture. We strive to create a workplace where every voice is heard and valued, fostering a collaborative environment where diverse perspectives drive our success.
Join us to be part of a legacy of excellence and a future of groundbreaking advancements. At ENFRA, stability, innovation, and growth are more than just values—they are the pillars of our continued success.
Overview:
The Building Automation Systems (BAS) Project Representative serves as the IS Delivery project team's technical authority and client advocate, responsible for planning, procurement strategy, construction oversight, system activation, and operational turnover of building automation and controls systems.
This role ensures BAS infrastructure is capable of and supports all required project outcomes, including technical requirements, operational stability, resiliency, regulatory compliance, and financial obligations.
The position provides leadership across architects, engineers, controls contractors, mechanical contractors, commissioning agents, and facility operations teams, ensuring that building automation systems are designed for performance, maintainability, cybersecurity, and long-term operational value.
Responsibilities:
- BAS Planning & Program Development
- Support the project team by developing BAS procurement, contracting, and execution plans for IS Delivery portfolios.
- Ensure compliance with controls architecture, integration strategies, and interoperability standards.
- Collaborate with Engineering, Data Delivery, M&V, and Analytics to ensure system requirements for HVAC controls, central plants, critical environments, energy management, and fault detection systems are delivered by the construction team.
- Collaborate with ENFRA and client facilities leadership to align BAS systems with ENFRA designs specific to the project portfolio, required operational reliability, energy efficiency, and sustainability goals.
- Lead technology evaluations for all proposed solutions, systems, platforms, and components.
- Ensures bidder qualifications and quality control programs meet ENFRA requirements.
- Design Collaboration with Project Engineering Team:
- Collaborate on design and submittal documents for building automation systems.
- Support Engineering teams to ensure compliance with:
- ENFRA standards
- Owner requirements
- Industry standards and best practices
- Regulatory requirements
- Cybersecurity and IT standards
- Coordinate BAS integration with:
- HVAC systems
- Central utility plants
- Electrical monitoring systems
- Lighting controls
- Security and life safety systems
- Analytics
- Measurement and Verification
- Participate in design reviews, constructability reviews, and value engineering efforts.
- Procurement & Contracting
- Develop procurement documents and solicitations for control systems and integration platforms.
- Prepare and review for bidders:
- BAS specifications
- Bid packages
- Vendor qualification criteria
- Evaluate contractor proposals and recommend vendor selection.
- Ensure procurement aligns with open protocol standards (BACnet, Modbus, etc.) and owner interoperability requirements.
- Construction Team Support
- Provide technical support during construction to ensure proper installation of:
- BAS infrastructure
- Controls hardware
- Field devices
- Network architecture
- Provide support with reviewing:
- Submittals
- Controls drawings
- Sequence of operations
- Network architecture diagrams
- Monitor project progress to ensure adherence to schedule, budget, and quality standards.
- Commissioning & Functional Performance
- Support building automation commissioning activities as required by ENFRA.
- Collaborate with contractors, engineers, and commissioning authorities to ensure rapid, practical resolution of issues that impede project outcomes.
- System Integration & Data Strategy
- Support BAS integration with enterprise systems including:
- Energy management platforms
- Analytics and fault detection systems
- CMMS / asset management systems
- IoT platforms
- Facilitate data architecture and naming conventions to support long-term analytics and reporting when required.
- Support Turnover & Operational Readiness
- Assist with documentation, training, and system turnover to facility operations teams.
- Review:
- As-built documentation
- Graphics
- Control narratives
- O&M manuals
- Facilitate BAS training programs for facility staff.
- Support post-occupancy system optimization and performance tuning as required.
QUALIFICATIONS
Required Education, Experience, and Qualifications:
- 10+ years experience in building automation systems design, construction, commissioning, or operations.
- Experience with complex facilities such as:
- Hospitals
- Research laboratories
- Pharmaceutical facilities
- Mission-critical environments
- Large commercial buildings
- Experience managing BAS through the full project lifecycle.
Preferred Education, Experience, and Qualifications:
- Strong knowledge of:
- HVAC control systems
- BAS architecture and integration
- Open protocol communications (BACnet, Modbus, LonWorks)
- Central plant automation
- Laboratory and healthcare environmental control
- Commissioning processes
- Control sequences and system optimization
- Building energy management systems
- BAS cybersecurity best practices
- Preferred Qualifications:
- Certified Healthcare Facility Manager (CHFM)
- Certified Energy Manager (CEM)
- Certified Commissioning Professional (CCP)
- LEED Accredited Professional
- Professional Engineer (PE)
PAY RANGE:
USD $101,610.00 - USD $135,645.00 /Yr.
ENFRA is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities, Women, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities, and participates in the e-Verify program. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability, or any other classification protected by law.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship in Automation
Map your role to the right SOC code
Automation roles can be classified under multiple SOC codes, and the one your employer selects affects the DOL prevailing wage level. Check O*NET to confirm which occupation code best matches your actual duties before your employer files the LCA.
Target employers with active LCA filing history
Use Migrate Mate to filter Automation jobs by employers who have certified LCAs for controls, robotics, or process automation roles. A company that has filed recently is far less likely to back out during H-1B sponsorship than one attempting it for the first time.
Confirm your offer letter specifies a specialty occupation
USCIS scrutinizes Automation titles that sound broad or operational. Your offer letter should state that the role requires at minimum a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, mechatronics, computer science, or a directly related field, not just relevant experience.
Verify the prevailing wage tier before negotiating salary
Run the OFLC Wage Search for your specific job title, SOC code, and work location before salary discussions. Your employer's LCA must certify a wage at or above the DOL prevailing wage for that level, so knowing the floor protects you during negotiation.
Register during the H-1B cap window every March
H-1B cap registration opens in early March and closes within two weeks. If you're on OPT, your employer must submit your registration before that window closes. Missing it means waiting a full year, so align your job search timeline to have an offer no later than February.
Document project-based experience in employer-specific terms
RFEs for Automation H-1B petitions often challenge whether the role truly requires a specialized degree. Compile project documentation, PLC programming records, system integration reports, or commissioning logs that demonstrate the technical complexity only a degreed engineer could perform.
H-1B Visa Automation: Frequently Asked Questions
Do Automation roles qualify as specialty occupations for H-1B purposes?
Most Automation engineer and controls engineer roles qualify as specialty occupations because they require theoretical and practical application of highly specialized knowledge in fields like electrical engineering, mechatronics, or computer science. USCIS looks at whether the position normally requires at least a bachelor's degree in a specific discipline, not just any degree, so your offer letter and employer documentation need to make that connection explicit.
Which industries sponsor the most H-1B visas for Automation professionals?
Advanced manufacturing, automotive, semiconductor fabrication, logistics and fulfillment, and industrial robotics are the heaviest H-1B sponsors for Automation roles. Companies building or operating automated production lines, warehouse robotics systems, or process control infrastructure regularly file LCAs for these positions. You can browse verified employer filing history for Automation roles on Migrate Mate to identify which companies are actively sponsoring.
Can my employer file an H-1B petition if my Automation title is nontraditional?
Yes, but the burden of proof is higher. Titles like Automation Specialist, Controls Technician, or Process Automation Lead are more likely to receive a Request for Evidence from USCIS than titles like Controls Engineer or Robotics Engineer. Your employer should document that the position requires and uses specialized engineering knowledge, with supporting materials such as technical project descriptions, required software platforms, and the specific degree fields listed in the job posting.
How does the H-1B prevailing wage apply to Automation engineers?
Your employer must certify on the LCA that your offered wage meets or exceeds the DOL prevailing wage for your specific SOC code, job title, and work location. Automation roles are often classified under Industrial Engineers, Electrical Engineers, or Computer Occupations, each carrying different wage levels by geography. Use the OFLC Wage Search with the correct SOC code for your actual duties to understand the floor your employer must meet before you accept an offer.
What happens to my H-1B status if I'm laid off from an Automation role?
You have a 60-day grace period after involuntary termination to find a new H-1B employer, transfer your petition, or take another action to maintain lawful status. Your new employer must file an H-1B transfer petition before the 60 days expire. Automation professionals with platform-specific experience, PLC programming, SCADA, robotics integration, are in active demand, so prioritizing employers with existing H-1B sponsorship history shortens the transition window considerably.