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Controls Technician roles qualify for H-1B visa sponsorship when the position requires a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, automation, or a closely related field. Employers in manufacturing, utilities, and building systems file LCAs through DOL before petitioning USCIS, making filing history a reliable signal of sponsorship willingness.
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This position reports to:
Quality Control Manager
Your role and responsibilities (Mandatory)
In this role, you will have the opportunity to assist the Quality team in implementing and maintaining a quality system, including conducting audits, establishing controls, training on tools and methodologies. Each day, you will support activities related to quality management within the organizational unit. You will also showcase your expertise by reporting quality Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and customer cases and maintaining process documentation.
The work model for the role is: onsite at the Pinetops, NC facility.
You will be mainly accountable for:
- Reporting quality issues data, ensuring adherence to quality management system at all stages.
- Acquiring and reporting quality metrics and KPIs accurately and in a timely manner to facilitate the analysis and management of local processes.
- Utilizing measurement systems to produce data that reflect the accurate characteristics of materials, products, systems, and processes.
- Training local operational teams on relevant elements of quality management, supporting implementation, and promoting opportunities for improvement.
Qualifications for the role (Mandatory)
- 2+ years of working in a manufacturing environment
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- Legal authorization to work in the US is required
- Knowledge and use of tools – tape measure, calipers, grinders, or other hand tools, as needed.
- Ability to safely use a ladder while performing the job, as needed
- Ability to lift, push and pull up to 40lbs
Working conditions
Manufacturing plant environment requires a combination of hands-on and technical tasks. Work may involve occasional lifting of materials, climbing stairs/ladders, and walking. Employees may be required to bend, twist, or stand for extended periods.
Frequent use of computers is necessary for data entry, monitoring, and communication. Employees will also handle a variety of tools and equipment, from hand tools to machinery, requiring technical skills and adherence to safety protocols.
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), such as safety glasses, gloves, and steel-toed shoes, is required to ensure a safe working environment. Adhering to safety guidelines is essential for all team members.
The work environment requires physical endurance, technical proficiency, and a commitment to maintaining safety standards to contribute to a productive and rewarding workplace.
More about us (Mandatory)
ABB's Distribution Solutions Division facilitates the efficient and reliable distribution, protection and control of power by improving electric power quality while strengthening the resilience of the grid. The Division offers segment-specific products and solutions that largely serve utilities, industry and infrastructure segments, often providing the requisite medium voltage link between high-voltage transmission systems and low-voltage users. With ABB Ability™ enabled connected solutions at its core, the offering includes medium-voltage air- and gas-insulated switchgear (1 to 66 kilovolts), indoor and outdoor circuit breakers, reclosers, fuses, contactors, relays, instrument transformers, sensors, motor control centers, as well as low-voltage switchgear for the ANSI standard markets.
We value people from different backgrounds. Apply today for your next career step within ABB.
Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action at ABB
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.
What we believe in
At ABB, we are dedicated to addressing global challenges. Our core values: care, courage, curiosity, and collaboration - combined with a focus on diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunities - are key drivers in our aim to empower everyone to create sustainable solutions.
Write the next chapter of your ABB story.
We value people from different backgrounds. Could this be your story? Apply today.
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.
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:
Quality Control Manager
Your role and responsibilities (Mandatory)
In this role, you will have the opportunity to assist the Quality team in implementing and maintaining a quality system, including conducting audits, establishing controls, training on tools and methodologies. Each day, you will support activities related to quality management within the organizational unit. You will also showcase your expertise by reporting quality Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and customer cases and maintaining process documentation.
The work model for the role is: onsite at the Pinetops, NC facility.
You will be mainly accountable for:
- Reporting quality issues data, ensuring adherence to quality management system at all stages.
- Acquiring and reporting quality metrics and KPIs accurately and in a timely manner to facilitate the analysis and management of local processes.
- Utilizing measurement systems to produce data that reflect the accurate characteristics of materials, products, systems, and processes.
- Training local operational teams on relevant elements of quality management, supporting implementation, and promoting opportunities for improvement.
Qualifications for the role (Mandatory)
- 2+ years of working in a manufacturing environment
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- Legal authorization to work in the US is required
- Knowledge and use of tools – tape measure, calipers, grinders, or other hand tools, as needed.
- Ability to safely use a ladder while performing the job, as needed
- Ability to lift, push and pull up to 40lbs
Working conditions
Manufacturing plant environment requires a combination of hands-on and technical tasks. Work may involve occasional lifting of materials, climbing stairs/ladders, and walking. Employees may be required to bend, twist, or stand for extended periods.
Frequent use of computers is necessary for data entry, monitoring, and communication. Employees will also handle a variety of tools and equipment, from hand tools to machinery, requiring technical skills and adherence to safety protocols.
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), such as safety glasses, gloves, and steel-toed shoes, is required to ensure a safe working environment. Adhering to safety guidelines is essential for all team members.
The work environment requires physical endurance, technical proficiency, and a commitment to maintaining safety standards to contribute to a productive and rewarding workplace.
More about us (Mandatory)
ABB's Distribution Solutions Division facilitates the efficient and reliable distribution, protection and control of power by improving electric power quality while strengthening the resilience of the grid. The Division offers segment-specific products and solutions that largely serve utilities, industry and infrastructure segments, often providing the requisite medium voltage link between high-voltage transmission systems and low-voltage users. With ABB Ability™ enabled connected solutions at its core, the offering includes medium-voltage air- and gas-insulated switchgear (1 to 66 kilovolts), indoor and outdoor circuit breakers, reclosers, fuses, contactors, relays, instrument transformers, sensors, motor control centers, as well as low-voltage switchgear for the ANSI standard markets.
We value people from different backgrounds. Apply today for your next career step within ABB.
Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action at ABB
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.
What we believe in
At ABB, we are dedicated to addressing global challenges. Our core values: care, courage, curiosity, and collaboration - combined with a focus on diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunities - are key drivers in our aim to empower everyone to create sustainable solutions.
Write the next chapter of your ABB story.
We value people from different backgrounds. Could this be your story? Apply today.
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.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Controls Technician
Verify your degree supports specialty occupation
USCIS requires that your degree field directly relate to controls work. A degree in electrical engineering, mechatronics, or industrial technology strengthens your case. A general business or unrelated degree will likely trigger an RFE on specialty occupation grounds.
Pull LCA filings before applying anywhere
Use Migrate Mate to filter Controls Technician roles by verified DOL LCA filing history. This cuts out employers who've never sponsored and surfaces companies with active H-1B petitions for your exact occupation code.
Target industries with consistent filing patterns
Manufacturers of automated equipment, utilities, HVAC system integrators, and defense contractors file H-1B petitions for controls roles regularly. These sectors treat controls expertise as a specialty skill, which makes specialty occupation arguments cleaner than in generalist environments.
Confirm the role's SOC code before your offer
Controls Technician positions map to different SOC codes depending on duties. Ask your prospective employer which SOC code they'll use on the LCA. Mismatches between job duties and the filed SOC code are a common source of DOL audits and USCIS denials.
Get the prevailing wage tier confirmed in writing
Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up the prevailing wage for your SOC code and work location before signing an offer. Employers must pay at least the Level I prevailing wage, but your negotiated salary determines which tier applies and affects future green card PERM filings.
File I-129 with premium processing if your start date is fixed
Controls roles often align with project start dates or facility commissioning schedules. Standard USCIS processing can run several months. Premium processing guarantees a decision within 15 business days and protects your start date if your employer's project timeline can't flex.
H-1B Visa Controls Technician: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Controls Technician role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
It depends on how the employer documents the position. USCIS looks for evidence that the role normally requires at least a bachelor's degree in a specific field. Controls Technician jobs involving PLC programming, SCADA systems, or industrial automation engineering typically qualify when tied to electrical engineering or mechatronics. Roles framed as general maintenance or repair work are harder to support.
Which employers sponsor H-1B visas for Controls Technician positions?
Employers in automated manufacturing, building automation, utilities, and defense systems integration file LCAs for controls roles most consistently. To find companies with verified H-1B filing history for this specific title, search Migrate Mate, which filters results by DOL Labor Condition Application data rather than employer self-reporting.
Can I transfer my H-1B to a new employer if I change Controls Technician jobs?
Yes. Under H-1B portability rules, you can start working for a new employer as soon as they file a new I-129 petition, provided your current H-1B was lawfully approved and you haven't fallen out of status. The new employer must file a fresh LCA and petition, and the specialty occupation requirement applies again for the new role.
How does the prevailing wage requirement affect Controls Technician H-1B sponsorship?
Your employer must pay at least the DOL prevailing wage for your SOC code and work location. For controls roles, wages vary significantly by industry and region. You can verify the applicable wage using the OFLC Wage Search before accepting an offer. Employers who underpay risk DOL audit and may be barred from future sponsorships.
What happens to my H-1B status if my Controls Technician project ends before my visa expires?
If your employment ends, you have a 60-day grace period to find a new sponsoring employer, file for a change of status, or depart the U.S. During this window, your new employer can file an H-1B transfer petition and you can begin work immediately upon filing. Document your last day of employment and file promptly, as USCIS does not extend the 60-day window.