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Electrical Engineer roles qualify as H-1B visa specialty occupations under USCIS guidelines, requiring at least a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or a closely related field. Employers in power systems, semiconductors, defense, and utilities file LCAs with the DOL before sponsoring, and many hire year-round outside the April lottery window through cap-exempt institutions.
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The Electrical Engineer is responsible for the design of controls systems for the Makino product lines, including horizontal machining centers, vertical machining centers, and transport systems. The controls designs include standard options required for the North American and South American markets, along with custom options that are required for special customer requirements.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES, RESPONSIBILITIES and AUTHORITIES include the following. Others may be assigned.
- Develop electrical/control designs for special Makino product options and the required documentation for special options/modifications per customer request/order to accurately represent the completed designs.
- Maintain and update, from Makino Japan engineering change notices, all electrical documentation for machining center products produced by Makino.
- Provide technical support to sales/customers as required.
- Provide technical support to Field Service as required to support the products.
- Maintain a working knowledge of the local governing regulations and specifications that pertain to the Makino product lines.
- Communicate with MT on electrical technical matters concerning local products and other products.
- Work with and suggest new concepts for product/system improvements while keeping current of latest technology and the competition’s specifications.
- Keep manager/supervisor advised as to the status of all assigned projects.
- Perform other duties as required or assigned.
- Frequent contact with other departments of company, vendors, occasional contact with customers and upper staff.
- Interface with vendors, customers, and other Makino team members to successfully complete assigned projects and tasks.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
No direct reports.
QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
- Knowledge and experience with AutoCAD or other electrical design packages utilized within the group
- Knowledge of electrical design practices
- Knowledge of applicable industrial electrical standards & regulations
- Experience with ladder logic programming is desirable but not required
- Working knowledge of machine control systems and their application to the Makino product lines
- Able to utilize Office products: Word, Excel, etc.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills
- Effective technical leadership skills to direct peer engineers on technical matters
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
A 2-year associate’s degree in an engineering discipline or equivalent work experience is required. A 4-year degree in an Engineering discipline is preferred.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS
No Specific Requirements
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
General office and shop with low amounts of travel for presentations, shows, and on site system installation and technical support for external Engineering and Manufacturing resources and MM customers. While performing the responsibilities of the position, the individual is required to communicate verbally, both in person and over the phone. The individual is required to remain stationary and use their hands and fingers to handle or feel. Must be able to use a keyboard, monitor, and calculator. Other physical requirements include moving and reaching with arms and hands. Clarity of vision at close distances is required. Individual is occasionally required to move weights averaging less than 10lbs with a maximum of 35 lbs.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Mostly office conditions. The job requires extensive hours at CRTs. Work with strict deadlines. Infrequent travel to customer sites required with conditions associated with production activities, i.e. high noise, coolant mist, etc.
REQUIRED SAFETY TRAINING
Job Training Code: ELEC
Review “Safety Training Matrix” for course listings for this Job Training Code.
Manager may require additional safety training based on specific conditions and situations at customer job sites.
SUMMARY
The Electrical Engineer is responsible for the design of controls systems for the Makino product lines, including horizontal machining centers, vertical machining centers, and transport systems. The controls designs include standard options required for the North American and South American markets, along with custom options that are required for special customer requirements.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES, RESPONSIBILITIES and AUTHORITIES include the following. Others may be assigned.
- Develop electrical/control designs for special Makino product options and the required documentation for special options/modifications per customer request/order to accurately represent the completed designs.
- Maintain and update, from Makino Japan engineering change notices, all electrical documentation for machining center products produced by Makino.
- Provide technical support to sales/customers as required.
- Provide technical support to Field Service as required to support the products.
- Maintain a working knowledge of the local governing regulations and specifications that pertain to the Makino product lines.
- Communicate with MT on electrical technical matters concerning local products and other products.
- Work with and suggest new concepts for product/system improvements while keeping current of latest technology and the competition’s specifications.
- Keep manager/supervisor advised as to the status of all assigned projects.
- Perform other duties as required or assigned.
- Frequent contact with other departments of company, vendors, occasional contact with customers and upper staff.
- Interface with vendors, customers, and other Makino team members to successfully complete assigned projects and tasks.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
No direct reports.
QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
- Knowledge and experience with AutoCAD or other electrical design packages utilized within the group
- Knowledge of electrical design practices
- Knowledge of applicable industrial electrical standards & regulations
- Experience with ladder logic programming is desirable but not required
- Working knowledge of machine control systems and their application to the Makino product lines
- Able to utilize Office products: Word, Excel, etc.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills
- Effective technical leadership skills to direct peer engineers on technical matters
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
A 2-year associate’s degree in an engineering discipline or equivalent work experience is required. A 4-year degree in an Engineering discipline is preferred.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS
No Specific Requirements
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
General office and shop with low amounts of travel for presentations, shows, and on site system installation and technical support for external Engineering and Manufacturing resources and MM customers. While performing the responsibilities of the position, the individual is required to communicate verbally, both in person and over the phone. The individual is required to remain stationary and use their hands and fingers to handle or feel. Must be able to use a keyboard, monitor, and calculator. Other physical requirements include moving and reaching with arms and hands. Clarity of vision at close distances is required. Individual is occasionally required to move weights averaging less than 10lbs with a maximum of 35 lbs.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Mostly office conditions. The job requires extensive hours at CRTs. Work with strict deadlines. Infrequent travel to customer sites required with conditions associated with production activities, i.e. high noise, coolant mist, etc.
REQUIRED SAFETY TRAINING
Job Training Code: ELEC
Review “Safety Training Matrix” for course listings for this Job Training Code.
Manager may require additional safety training based on specific conditions and situations at customer job sites.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as an Electrical Engineer
Align your credentials to SOC codes
USCIS maps Electrical Engineer petitions to specific Standard Occupational Classification codes. Pull your O*NET profile for SOC 17-2071 and confirm your resume mirrors the listed knowledge areas so your employer's I-129 petition holds up to an RFE.
Target cap-exempt employers first
Universities, affiliated research hospitals, and qualifying nonprofits can file H-1B petitions any time of year, bypassing the April lottery. Electrical engineers in R&D, grid modernization, or applied research roles are common fits at these institutions.
Search LCA filing history on Migrate Mate
Filter by Electrical Engineer roles to see which employers have certified LCAs with the DOL. Employers with consistent filing history are far more likely to sponsor and already understand the process, reducing delays after you receive an offer.
Request prevailing wage evidence before signing
Ask your employer which wage level they'll certify on the LCA. Use the OFLC Wage Search to verify the Level I through Level IV prevailing wage for your metro area and job title before accepting an offer, since underpayment triggers DOL compliance issues.
Document specialty occupation for defense or dual-use roles
USCIS scrutinizes petitions where the job description is broad enough to be filled without a specific engineering degree. If your role involves export-controlled systems or ITAR-regulated work, your employer should include detailed technical duties in the support letter.
Plan around the 60-day grace period when changing jobs
If you're switching employers, your H-1B status remains valid for 60 days after termination. Your new employer must file a transfer petition with USCIS before that window closes, and you can start work once they have a receipt notice in hand.
H-1B Visa Electrical Engineer: Frequently Asked Questions
Does an Electrical Engineer role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes. USCIS consistently recognizes Electrical Engineer as a specialty occupation because the role requires at minimum a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or a directly related field. Your employer will need to document the degree requirement in the job description and LCA. Roles that accept any bachelor's degree regardless of field can face RFEs, so specificity in the job posting matters.
Which industries sponsor H-1B visas for Electrical Engineers most often?
Semiconductors, defense and aerospace, utilities and grid infrastructure, automotive electrification, and telecommunications sponsor Electrical Engineers at high volumes. Government contractors and national laboratories also file frequently, with the added benefit that many qualify as cap-exempt employers. You can browse verified LCA filing history by industry and role on Migrate Mate to identify active sponsors in your target sector.
Can my employer file an H-1B petition mid-year if I missed the April lottery?
Yes, if your employer qualifies as cap-exempt. Universities, nonprofit research organizations, and government research entities can file H-1B petitions at any time without entering the lottery. For cap-subject employers, you'd need to wait for the next registration window in March. Electrical engineers in applied research or academic roles are well-positioned to find cap-exempt opportunities.
What wage level should I expect on the LCA for an Electrical Engineer role?
DOL wage levels for Electrical Engineers range from Level I for entry-level roles to Level IV for senior or principal engineers with specialized expertise. Your employer selects the level based on your duties, supervision, and complexity of work, then certifies it through the OFLC Wage Search tool. You can verify the prevailing wage for your specific metro area and experience level directly through OFLC before negotiations begin.
Does ITAR or security clearance work affect my H-1B sponsorship?
ITAR-controlled and classified work can complicate H-1B sponsorship because some employers restrict those roles to U.S. persons, meaning citizens and permanent residents. Non-ITAR electrical engineering roles at the same company are typically sponsorable. If a job posting mentions export control compliance or clearance requirements, clarify with the employer whether H-1B holders are eligible before investing time in the application process.