H-1B Visa Control Electrician Jobs
Control Electrician roles qualify as H-1B visa specialty occupations when the position requires at least a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or a closely related field. Employers in manufacturing, utilities, and industrial automation regularly sponsor H-1B petitions for this title, and the annual 85,000-slot cap applies.
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You’ve discovered something special. A company that cares. Cares about leading the way in construction, engineering, manufacturing and renewable energy. Cares about redefining how energy is designed, applied and consumed. Cares about thoughtfully growing to meet market demands. And ─ as “one of the Healthiest 100 Workplaces in America” ─ is focused on the mind/body/soul of team members through our Culture of Care.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The Excellerate Quality Control Electrician is responsible for delivery of quality control services including coordination and implementation of the Quality Control Plan, manufacturing Quality auditing, conducting on-site/job site coaching, and conducting training to enhance job site performance as a means to foster a culture of Quality that permeates our services throughout the organization.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Education: High School Diploma or GED
Experience: 5+ years of electrical experience and/or quality experience
Travel: 0-10% based on company need
Work Schedule: Between the hours of 6 am to 6 pm, Monday through Friday. Ability to work a flexible schedule is necessary. May vary based on customer demands and can include, but is not limited to: nights, weekends, and holidays.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Conducts Quality inspections for layout conduit systems, various lighting systems, and basic control systems and feeders.
- Conducts Quality inspections of installation of manufactured products.
- Identify potential quality issues from review of construction documents (Drawings, Submittals, Specs, etc).
- Analyze startup/commissioning schedule.
- Analyze upcoming tasks and anticipates equipment installation standards, checklist procedures and training.
- Demonstrate the ability to complete an overall Quality inspection for projects of limited scope and size.
- Opportunity to lead small crews (2-5 electricians). Perform safety checks on job sites and maintains compliance with company safety policies, LOTO procedures, OSHA and customer-specific safety standards.
- Demonstrate excellent customer relations though utilization of effective problem-solving techniques.
- Participates in various cross-functional teams internally and externally to continually develop and refine organizational processes related to job site quality and commissioning.
- Provides valid statistical information and applicable analyses to the commissioning foreman regarding on-site quality, commissioning, and startup procedures/schedule.
- Provides guidance to employees, project supervisors, and management on matters concerning on-site quality and commissioning.
- Conducts job site or on-site coaching and development of employees (related to audits and/or to assist with novel work or jobs in crisis).
- Performs Project Expectations Review (A review of Key Essential Planning Elements that support project success) with project leadership and provides feedback, recommended corrective actions to the Project Managers, Work Crew members as well as key Management leadership personnel and support functions (as example; Safety, Purchasing, Preconstruction Services, Engineering, Estimating, Productivity Group, Excellerate, ERM).
- Has the ability to plan for, complete, and implement assignments and responsibilities in a timely manner.
- Demonstrates an acceptance of the company culture (adhering to company values) and an adoption of professional standards.
- Demonstrates approachability and ability to collaborate with others and effectively influence.
- Develops relationships with leaders, direct reports, and/or others that facilitate open dialogue and trust.
- Defines work to be done; clearly communicates vision, objectives, and tasks to appropriate individuals. Delegates tasks to appropriate parties; clearly communicates needs and expectations. Measures and monitors the work of individual direct reports and/or collective team/taskforce team(s). Coaches and motivates direct reports/appropriate individuals to effectively perform; removes barriers to success and provides feedback, necessary resources, and open communication.
- Assists in data collection for Short Circuit Arc Flash Studies.
- Promotes 5S manufacturing when working through production quality improvements.
- Participates in process improvements and drives efficiencies into the quality process.
- Actively participates in Faith’s hiring referral and mentoring program, as appropriate.
- Performs other related duties as required and assigned.
The job description and responsibilities described are intended to provide guidelines for job expectations and the employee's ability to perform the position described. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities
INTRODUCTION
You’ve discovered something special. A company that cares. Cares about leading the way in construction, engineering, manufacturing and renewable energy. Cares about redefining how energy is designed, applied and consumed. Cares about thoughtfully growing to meet market demands. And ─ as “one of the Healthiest 100 Workplaces in America” ─ is focused on the mind/body/soul of team members through our Culture of Care.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The Excellerate Quality Control Electrician is responsible for delivery of quality control services including coordination and implementation of the Quality Control Plan, manufacturing Quality auditing, conducting on-site/job site coaching, and conducting training to enhance job site performance as a means to foster a culture of Quality that permeates our services throughout the organization.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Education: High School Diploma or GED
Experience: 5+ years of electrical experience and/or quality experience
Travel: 0-10% based on company need
Work Schedule: Between the hours of 6 am to 6 pm, Monday through Friday. Ability to work a flexible schedule is necessary. May vary based on customer demands and can include, but is not limited to: nights, weekends, and holidays.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Conducts Quality inspections for layout conduit systems, various lighting systems, and basic control systems and feeders.
- Conducts Quality inspections of installation of manufactured products.
- Identify potential quality issues from review of construction documents (Drawings, Submittals, Specs, etc).
- Analyze startup/commissioning schedule.
- Analyze upcoming tasks and anticipates equipment installation standards, checklist procedures and training.
- Demonstrate the ability to complete an overall Quality inspection for projects of limited scope and size.
- Opportunity to lead small crews (2-5 electricians). Perform safety checks on job sites and maintains compliance with company safety policies, LOTO procedures, OSHA and customer-specific safety standards.
- Demonstrate excellent customer relations though utilization of effective problem-solving techniques.
- Participates in various cross-functional teams internally and externally to continually develop and refine organizational processes related to job site quality and commissioning.
- Provides valid statistical information and applicable analyses to the commissioning foreman regarding on-site quality, commissioning, and startup procedures/schedule.
- Provides guidance to employees, project supervisors, and management on matters concerning on-site quality and commissioning.
- Conducts job site or on-site coaching and development of employees (related to audits and/or to assist with novel work or jobs in crisis).
- Performs Project Expectations Review (A review of Key Essential Planning Elements that support project success) with project leadership and provides feedback, recommended corrective actions to the Project Managers, Work Crew members as well as key Management leadership personnel and support functions (as example; Safety, Purchasing, Preconstruction Services, Engineering, Estimating, Productivity Group, Excellerate, ERM).
- Has the ability to plan for, complete, and implement assignments and responsibilities in a timely manner.
- Demonstrates an acceptance of the company culture (adhering to company values) and an adoption of professional standards.
- Demonstrates approachability and ability to collaborate with others and effectively influence.
- Develops relationships with leaders, direct reports, and/or others that facilitate open dialogue and trust.
- Defines work to be done; clearly communicates vision, objectives, and tasks to appropriate individuals. Delegates tasks to appropriate parties; clearly communicates needs and expectations. Measures and monitors the work of individual direct reports and/or collective team/taskforce team(s). Coaches and motivates direct reports/appropriate individuals to effectively perform; removes barriers to success and provides feedback, necessary resources, and open communication.
- Assists in data collection for Short Circuit Arc Flash Studies.
- Promotes 5S manufacturing when working through production quality improvements.
- Participates in process improvements and drives efficiencies into the quality process.
- Actively participates in Faith’s hiring referral and mentoring program, as appropriate.
- Performs other related duties as required and assigned.
The job description and responsibilities described are intended to provide guidelines for job expectations and the employee's ability to perform the position described. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship in Control Electrician
Verify your degree supports specialty occupation
USCIS requires a direct nexus between your degree field and the Control Electrician role. An electrical engineering or instrumentation degree strengthens your case. A general technology degree may trigger a Request for Evidence, so gather transcripts and course descriptions before applying.
Filter employers by LCA filing history
Use Migrate Mate to search Control Electrician roles filtered by employers who have filed Labor Condition Applications for this specific occupation code, so you're targeting companies with a documented H-1B sponsorship track record rather than guessing.
Target cap-exempt employers in your sector
Utilities owned by public universities, nonprofit research labs, and government-affiliated facilities are cap-exempt, meaning no lottery. Industrial automation companies tied to these entities can also qualify. Ask recruiters directly about their institution's cap-exempt status before investing time in the process.
Confirm prevailing wage tier before negotiating
Run your target job title and work location through the OFLC Wage Search before salary discussions. Control Electrician roles span Level I through Level IV wages depending on supervisory duties. Knowing your tier prevents you from accepting an offer the employer can't legally support under DOL rules.
Ask about premium processing during offer negotiations
Standard I-129 adjudication can take months. Premium processing gets a decision within 15 business days. Confirm whether your employer will elect premium processing and who bears the cost, since USCIS prohibits passing certain H-1B fees to the worker.
Document hands-on control systems experience precisely
Employers filing your H-1B petition must demonstrate the role requires a specific degree, not just technical skills. Your resume and support letter should describe PLC programming, SCADA integration, or instrumentation design in degree-aligned language to satisfy USCIS specialty occupation criteria.
H-1B Visa Control Electrician: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Control Electrician role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
It depends on how the employer defines the position. USCIS requires the role to normally demand at least a bachelor's degree in a specific field like electrical engineering or instrumentation. If the job description emphasizes PLC programming, control system design, or industrial automation at an engineering level, it typically meets the specialty occupation standard. Roles focused purely on installation or maintenance without degree requirements are harder to qualify.
Which industries sponsor H-1B visas for Control Electricians most frequently?
Manufacturing, oil and gas, utilities, and industrial automation firms file the largest share of H-1B Labor Condition Applications for control and instrumentation roles. Semiconductor fabrication plants, chemical processing facilities, and large data center operators also sponsor this title regularly. To find employers with verified filing history in this occupation, browse Control Electrician roles on Migrate Mate, which surfaces companies with active LCA records.
Can my employer count work experience instead of a degree for my H-1B petition?
USCIS allows three years of relevant work experience to substitute for one year of college education under certain conditions, but this only applies when the position itself normally requires a degree equivalent. For Control Electrician roles, you'd typically need to demonstrate that your experience covers the same technical depth as a bachelor's in electrical engineering or a closely related field. An evaluation from a credential assessment agency can formalize this equivalency.
What happens to my H-1B status if I'm laid off from a Control Electrician role?
You have a 60-day grace period from your last day of employment to find a new H-1B sponsor, change to another valid nonimmigrant status, or depart the country. During this window you can't legally work, but you can interview and negotiate offers. If a new employer files an H-1B transfer petition before the 60 days expire, you can start work once USCIS receives the petition, not necessarily after approval.
How do I know if a job posting is from an employer willing to sponsor H-1B visas?
Job postings rarely state H-1B sponsorship availability clearly, which makes employer research essential. Checking an employer's DOL Labor Condition Application history shows whether they've previously filed for workers in similar roles. Migrate Mate filters Control Electrician listings by employers with documented H-1B sponsorship history, so you're applying to companies that have already demonstrated willingness to sponsor rather than discovering their policy after an offer.