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Automation and Controls Engineer jobs qualify as H-1B visa specialty occupations because they require at least a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, or a closely related field. Employers file a certified LCA and I-129 petition before you start. Roles span manufacturing, energy, and industrial automation, with strong sponsorship history across both large OEMs and mid-size systems integrators.
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Be a part of our mission! As a world leader in creating comfortable, sustainable, and efficient climate solutions for buildings, homes and transportation, it's our responsibility to put the planet first. For us at Trane Technologies, and through our businesses including Trane® and Thermo King, sustainability is not just how we do business—it is our business. Do you dare to look at the world's challenges and see impactful possibilities? Do you want to contribute to making a better future? If the answer is yes, we invite you to consider joining us in boldly challenging what's possible for a sustainable world.
Learn about our benefits designed for you to thrive at work and at home.
We boldly go.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Automation and Controls Engineer
Position Type: Full-time, Exempt, Salary
Reports to: Reporting Manager Title
Supervisory Responsibility: None/Staff being overseen
Location: Jacksonville, FL or Fort Worth, TX
Company Summary
Stellar Energy is a trusted provider of turnkey liquid-to-chip cooling solutions for the world’s leading data center and industrial manufacturing customers. As computing demand and industrial processes continue to grow, modern facilities require cooling infrastructure that can scale quickly, efficiently, and reliably.
Our modular approach enables high-volume production while maintaining the flexibility to customize each solution. From Central Utility Plants to Coolant Distribution Units, Stellar Energy delivers scalable cooling infrastructure designed to support the rapid expansion of data centers and mission-critical industrial operations.
Backed by deep engineering expertise and large-scale manufacturing capability, Stellar Energy helps customers deploy critical infrastructure faster and with confidence.
Summary Objective
As a member of the technical staff, the Automation and Controls Engineer is responsible for the design and implementation of control systems for automated TIAC (Turbine Inlet Air Cooling) Plants, CHP, Mission Critical and District Cooling Plants. This includes specification reviews; development of design documents to meet specification requirements, component selection to meet process and client requirements; PLC or other intelligent control device configuration; design reviews; coordination with other engineering disciplines, client and fabrication personnel for complete system production, installation, and successful commissioning.
Essential Functions
- Manage and direct controls designer technical workload.
- Meet with client and internal project teams to define applications and produce functional specification documents.
- Select system controls components and generate bills of material for equipment procurement.
- Configure custom PLC programs for real-time control of automated equipment and collection of diagnostic and production data.
- Develop application programs to control automated equipment based upon specific electrical and mechanical system design as well as operational requirements.
- Create application programs for Human Machine Interface application.
- Configure network interfaces for devices such as network I/O, variable speed drives, chillers and MCCs.
- Conduct in-house preliminary testing and onsite acceptance testing of the system at the customer’s facility.
- Interact with other engineering disciplines, control panel fabricator, control system installer, and site commissioning personnel.
- Provide technical support to sales and marketing for bids and proposals, such as specification review, device layout, schematic and control panel design, communication architecture, and system costing data.
- Provide customer training and support.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Competencies
- Technical Capacity.
- Problem Solving/Analysis.
- Good written and verbal communication skills.
Supervisory Responsibility
This position does not have supervisory responsibilities.
Work Location
This position will work out of our Main Office in Jacksonville, FL. or our Manufacturing Plant based in Fort Worth, TX. This position is not approved for telecommuting or working remotely.
Work Environment
Majority of work is performed in an office environment. Regular trips to the Fabrication Shop and job sites for startup, commissioning, and support may be necessary. Generally, these trips will require the use of personal protective equipment such as safety glasses, steel-toed boots, and head protection.
Physical Demands
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit. The employee frequently is required to walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand. The employee must frequently lift or move objects up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift or move objects up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision and the ability to adjust focus.
Position Type/Expected Hours of Work
This is a full-time position. Days and hours of work are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Travel
Anticipated up to 30% travel for this position. Both local day travel and extended duration periods for sitework may be required.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering Technology, or relevant disciplines from an accredited University.
- Over 4 years of experience in the HVAC, refrigeration, or chiller systems controls industry.
- Experience with the following: Control Systems Engineering/Electrical Engineering; PLC Programming Logic (Allen-Bradley and/or Siemens); Communication Networking; National Electric Code; 3-Phase power and electrical circuits.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Process Engineering experience.
- Knowledge of CAD software (AutoCAD preferred).
- Certifications for Rockwell products and other relevant applications.
- Membership, accreditation in IEEE, ISA, or other relevant group or awards in relevant industry groups.
WORK AUTHORIZATION
Must be authorized to work in the USA.
BENEFITS SUMMARY
We offer a competitive benefits package designed to support your health, financial well-being, and work-life balance:
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance (multiple plan options; preventive care covered at 100% in-network)
- Health Savings Account (HSA) with company contributions
- 401(k) with company match (100% match up to 3% + 50% match up to 6%)
- Company-paid life insurance and AD&D coverage
- Short-term and long-term disability coverage options
- Supplemental benefits including accident, critical illness, and hospital coverage
- Wellness programs, including incentives up to $300 annually and a no-cost weight management program
- Virtual healthcare options, including $0 virtual visits in many cases
- Additional voluntary benefits including legal services and pet insurance
- Competitive PTO plan for exempt and non-exempt employees
COMPENSATION
- Annual Base Salary Range or Hourly Base Pay Range: $84,740.00 - $118,860.00
- Compensation Type: Salary
- Incentive Eligible: No
- Sales Commission Eligible: No
Disclaimer: We strive to provide competitive compensation for this position, tailored to a variety of factors. The actual compensation will depend on elements such as seniority, merit, geographic location, education, experience, travel requirements, and union designation. Our compensation range is generally based on the national average for the country. Additionally, benefits may vary depending on the region, business alignment, union involvement, and employee status.
Thrive at work and at home:
- Benefits kick in on DAY ONE for you and your family, including health insurance and holistic wellness programs that include generous incentives – WE DARE TO CARE!
- Family building benefits include fertility coverage and adoption/surrogacy assistance.
- Paid time off includes up to 15 vacation days, paid holidays, sick leave, and additional options to support volunteer and parental leave.
- 401K match up, educational and training opportunities through company programs along with tuition assistance and student debt support.
SAFETY SENSITIVE ROLE
Yes. The company designates certain roles as Safety Sensitive. Safety Sensitive roles may require that you pass additional drug screening.
We offer competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits and programs. We are an equal opportunity employer; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, pregnancy, age, marital status, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any legally protected status.
INTRODUCTION
Be a part of our mission! As a world leader in creating comfortable, sustainable, and efficient climate solutions for buildings, homes and transportation, it's our responsibility to put the planet first. For us at Trane Technologies, and through our businesses including Trane® and Thermo King, sustainability is not just how we do business—it is our business. Do you dare to look at the world's challenges and see impactful possibilities? Do you want to contribute to making a better future? If the answer is yes, we invite you to consider joining us in boldly challenging what's possible for a sustainable world.
Learn about our benefits designed for you to thrive at work and at home.
We boldly go.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Automation and Controls Engineer
Position Type: Full-time, Exempt, Salary
Reports to: Reporting Manager Title
Supervisory Responsibility: None/Staff being overseen
Location: Jacksonville, FL or Fort Worth, TX
Company Summary
Stellar Energy is a trusted provider of turnkey liquid-to-chip cooling solutions for the world’s leading data center and industrial manufacturing customers. As computing demand and industrial processes continue to grow, modern facilities require cooling infrastructure that can scale quickly, efficiently, and reliably.
Our modular approach enables high-volume production while maintaining the flexibility to customize each solution. From Central Utility Plants to Coolant Distribution Units, Stellar Energy delivers scalable cooling infrastructure designed to support the rapid expansion of data centers and mission-critical industrial operations.
Backed by deep engineering expertise and large-scale manufacturing capability, Stellar Energy helps customers deploy critical infrastructure faster and with confidence.
Summary Objective
As a member of the technical staff, the Automation and Controls Engineer is responsible for the design and implementation of control systems for automated TIAC (Turbine Inlet Air Cooling) Plants, CHP, Mission Critical and District Cooling Plants. This includes specification reviews; development of design documents to meet specification requirements, component selection to meet process and client requirements; PLC or other intelligent control device configuration; design reviews; coordination with other engineering disciplines, client and fabrication personnel for complete system production, installation, and successful commissioning.
Essential Functions
- Manage and direct controls designer technical workload.
- Meet with client and internal project teams to define applications and produce functional specification documents.
- Select system controls components and generate bills of material for equipment procurement.
- Configure custom PLC programs for real-time control of automated equipment and collection of diagnostic and production data.
- Develop application programs to control automated equipment based upon specific electrical and mechanical system design as well as operational requirements.
- Create application programs for Human Machine Interface application.
- Configure network interfaces for devices such as network I/O, variable speed drives, chillers and MCCs.
- Conduct in-house preliminary testing and onsite acceptance testing of the system at the customer’s facility.
- Interact with other engineering disciplines, control panel fabricator, control system installer, and site commissioning personnel.
- Provide technical support to sales and marketing for bids and proposals, such as specification review, device layout, schematic and control panel design, communication architecture, and system costing data.
- Provide customer training and support.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Competencies
- Technical Capacity.
- Problem Solving/Analysis.
- Good written and verbal communication skills.
Supervisory Responsibility
This position does not have supervisory responsibilities.
Work Location
This position will work out of our Main Office in Jacksonville, FL. or our Manufacturing Plant based in Fort Worth, TX. This position is not approved for telecommuting or working remotely.
Work Environment
Majority of work is performed in an office environment. Regular trips to the Fabrication Shop and job sites for startup, commissioning, and support may be necessary. Generally, these trips will require the use of personal protective equipment such as safety glasses, steel-toed boots, and head protection.
Physical Demands
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit. The employee frequently is required to walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand. The employee must frequently lift or move objects up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift or move objects up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision and the ability to adjust focus.
Position Type/Expected Hours of Work
This is a full-time position. Days and hours of work are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Travel
Anticipated up to 30% travel for this position. Both local day travel and extended duration periods for sitework may be required.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering Technology, or relevant disciplines from an accredited University.
- Over 4 years of experience in the HVAC, refrigeration, or chiller systems controls industry.
- Experience with the following: Control Systems Engineering/Electrical Engineering; PLC Programming Logic (Allen-Bradley and/or Siemens); Communication Networking; National Electric Code; 3-Phase power and electrical circuits.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Process Engineering experience.
- Knowledge of CAD software (AutoCAD preferred).
- Certifications for Rockwell products and other relevant applications.
- Membership, accreditation in IEEE, ISA, or other relevant group or awards in relevant industry groups.
WORK AUTHORIZATION
Must be authorized to work in the USA.
BENEFITS SUMMARY
We offer a competitive benefits package designed to support your health, financial well-being, and work-life balance:
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance (multiple plan options; preventive care covered at 100% in-network)
- Health Savings Account (HSA) with company contributions
- 401(k) with company match (100% match up to 3% + 50% match up to 6%)
- Company-paid life insurance and AD&D coverage
- Short-term and long-term disability coverage options
- Supplemental benefits including accident, critical illness, and hospital coverage
- Wellness programs, including incentives up to $300 annually and a no-cost weight management program
- Virtual healthcare options, including $0 virtual visits in many cases
- Additional voluntary benefits including legal services and pet insurance
- Competitive PTO plan for exempt and non-exempt employees
COMPENSATION
- Annual Base Salary Range or Hourly Base Pay Range: $84,740.00 - $118,860.00
- Compensation Type: Salary
- Incentive Eligible: No
- Sales Commission Eligible: No
Disclaimer: We strive to provide competitive compensation for this position, tailored to a variety of factors. The actual compensation will depend on elements such as seniority, merit, geographic location, education, experience, travel requirements, and union designation. Our compensation range is generally based on the national average for the country. Additionally, benefits may vary depending on the region, business alignment, union involvement, and employee status.
Thrive at work and at home:
- Benefits kick in on DAY ONE for you and your family, including health insurance and holistic wellness programs that include generous incentives – WE DARE TO CARE!
- Family building benefits include fertility coverage and adoption/surrogacy assistance.
- Paid time off includes up to 15 vacation days, paid holidays, sick leave, and additional options to support volunteer and parental leave.
- 401K match up, educational and training opportunities through company programs along with tuition assistance and student debt support.
SAFETY SENSITIVE ROLE
Yes. The company designates certain roles as Safety Sensitive. Safety Sensitive roles may require that you pass additional drug screening.
We offer competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits and programs. We are an equal opportunity employer; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, pregnancy, age, marital status, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any legally protected status.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as an Automation and Controls Engineer
Map your degree to SOC codes
USCIS evaluates specialty occupation fit by matching your degree field to the job's SOC classification. Pull the O*NET profile for Electrical and Electronics Engineers or Industrial Engineers to confirm which SOC code your employer plans to use before the I-129 is filed.
Verify prevailing wages by worksite zip code
Controls engineers often rotate between client sites or plant locations. Use the OFLC Wage Search to check Level I through Level IV prevailing wages for each worksite zip code. Each location requires its own certified LCA, so budget filing time accordingly.
Find sponsors through verified LCA filing history
Target employers with a documented track record of sponsoring controls and automation roles. Migrate Mate lists employers with verified H-1B LCA filing history searchable by role and city, so you're not cold-applying to companies that have never sponsored this position type.
Clarify multi-site project assignments upfront
If your role involves commissioning or on-site integration work at customer facilities, confirm with your employer whether each project site will trigger a new LCA. DOL requires a certified LCA for each worksite not covered by a short-term placement exemption.
Secure licensing documentation before your petition
Some states require a Professional Engineer license or specific certifications for controls engineers working on regulated systems. Gather your credential equivalency documents and any state board letters early, since USCIS may request them in a Request for Evidence.
Time your offer letter around cap selection changes
H-1B cap selection rules have changed recently. Get a written offer letter specifying your start date, job title, and worksite before your employer registers, since USCIS requires a bona fide job offer at the time of registration.
H-1B Visa Automation and Controls Engineer: Frequently Asked Questions
Does an Automation and Controls Engineer role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes. Automation and controls engineering requires at least a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, computer engineering, or a closely related field, which satisfies the H-1B specialty occupation definition. Employers document this in the I-129 petition by describing the degree-level theoretical and technical knowledge the role demands, such as PLC programming, control system design, and instrumentation engineering.
How does multi-site work affect H-1B LCA compliance for controls engineers?
Each worksite where you perform H-1B work for more than a short-term period needs its own certified LCA specifying the prevailing wage for that location. Controls engineers who travel to customer sites, plant commissioning projects, or integration facilities face this requirement frequently. DOL defines short-term placement limits and requires the employer to track and document each assignment location against the certified LCA.
What documents strengthen an H-1B petition for an automation engineering role?
Transcripts showing a degree in electrical, mechanical, or systems engineering are foundational. Supplementary documentation that strengthens the petition includes professional certifications such as a Certified Automation Professional credential, state PE license letters, employer letters describing the theoretical knowledge required for the role, and any prior USCIS approval notices from previous H-1B positions in the same field.
How do I find employers who actively sponsor H-1B visas for controls engineering positions?
Migrate Mate lists employers with verified H-1B LCA filing history, searchable by role and location. This lets you focus on manufacturers, industrial automation firms, energy companies, and OEMs that have already filed LCAs for controls and automation titles, rather than spending time on companies with no sponsorship track record for this occupation.
Can I change employers or project assignments while on H-1B status as a controls engineer?
You can change employers, but the new employer must file a new I-129 petition before you begin work for them. For project-based roles, moving to a materially different position or a different worksite may also require an amended petition. H-1B status is approved for up to three years and can be extended to a six-year maximum, with extensions possible under certain green card filing conditions.