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Engineering Director roles qualify for H-1B sponsorship as specialty occupations requiring at least a bachelor's degree in engineering or a related technical field. Most sponsoring employers file under the regular cap, though cap-exempt research institutions and government contractors offer an alternative path. Premium processing cuts USCIS adjudication to 15 business days.
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Lennox International (LII) is a leading global provider of innovative climate-control solutions for the heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration (HVACR) markets.
Here at Lennox, we recognize that our greatest asset is our employees. This is why we are committed to providing limitless opportunities for growth and development for all our employees, with a strong emphasis on promoting from within the organization.
Our Core Values of Integrity, Respect, and Excellence are more than just what we say; they are what we do!
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The Engineering Director is responsible for the manufacturing engineering and facilities of the Stuttgart site. This position is responsible for reviewing product designs for manufacturability, working to improve quality and ease of assembly, and supporting functions. Directs Manufacturing Engineering efforts to reduce costs of assembly and plant operations. Ensures the engineering team and other manufacturing departments work together cohesively. This position reports to the General Plant Manager, Stuttgart.
- Direct the technical organization to ensure progress toward technical objectives, within budget and schedule guidelines.
- Reviews product design for manufacturability and works to improve quality and ease of assembly support functions.
- Direct Manufacturing Engineering efforts to reduce the costs of assembly and plant operations.
- Ensure the engineering team and other manufacturing departments work together cohesively.
- Develop and manage capital budget.
- Responsible for the preparation and management of all Engineering Departmental financial budgets.
- Responsible for departmental ISO and SOX requirements.
- Manages/oversees salaried and hourly personnel.
- Provide hands-on project management and coordinate multiple projects with the leadership stakeholders.
- Creates project plans, timelines, critical paths, and milestones. Perform cost-benefit evaluation for all assigned projects to define potential financial, business, and industry impacts of initiatives.
- Advisor to senior leadership on the continuous improvement strategy and transformation to tactically deploy Lean transformation.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Successful, 10+ year track record in large, single-site industrial manufacturing organizations.
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering.
- HVAC experience preferred.
- Self-motivated, resourceful, and entrepreneurial, demonstrating a willingness for learning and improvement.
- Previous experience in strong Lean environments; Lean certification preferred.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Extensive experience in CAD, AutoCAD, or related design experience.
- Ability to read and interpret drawings/plans.
- SAP software experience.
- Prior knowledge/experience with PLC’s.
WHAT DRIVES SUCCESS
Having the right qualifications is only a part of what it takes to be a successful employee. At Lennox International, we believe in upholding core values and behaviors to help you achieve your full potential. In this position, it is vital that you embody these core behaviors:
- Accountability: You deliver on your commitments.
- Positive Engagement: You energize and motivate others.
- Talent: You foster belonging and create opportunities for others to grow.
- Quality: You strive for continuous improvement.
LOCATION
This position is 100% onsite in the Stuttgart, Arkansas, manufacturing facility.
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INTRODUCTION
Lennox International (LII) is a leading global provider of innovative climate-control solutions for the heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration (HVACR) markets.
Here at Lennox, we recognize that our greatest asset is our employees. This is why we are committed to providing limitless opportunities for growth and development for all our employees, with a strong emphasis on promoting from within the organization.
Our Core Values of Integrity, Respect, and Excellence are more than just what we say; they are what we do!
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The Engineering Director is responsible for the manufacturing engineering and facilities of the Stuttgart site. This position is responsible for reviewing product designs for manufacturability, working to improve quality and ease of assembly, and supporting functions. Directs Manufacturing Engineering efforts to reduce costs of assembly and plant operations. Ensures the engineering team and other manufacturing departments work together cohesively. This position reports to the General Plant Manager, Stuttgart.
- Direct the technical organization to ensure progress toward technical objectives, within budget and schedule guidelines.
- Reviews product design for manufacturability and works to improve quality and ease of assembly support functions.
- Direct Manufacturing Engineering efforts to reduce the costs of assembly and plant operations.
- Ensure the engineering team and other manufacturing departments work together cohesively.
- Develop and manage capital budget.
- Responsible for the preparation and management of all Engineering Departmental financial budgets.
- Responsible for departmental ISO and SOX requirements.
- Manages/oversees salaried and hourly personnel.
- Provide hands-on project management and coordinate multiple projects with the leadership stakeholders.
- Creates project plans, timelines, critical paths, and milestones. Perform cost-benefit evaluation for all assigned projects to define potential financial, business, and industry impacts of initiatives.
- Advisor to senior leadership on the continuous improvement strategy and transformation to tactically deploy Lean transformation.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Successful, 10+ year track record in large, single-site industrial manufacturing organizations.
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering.
- HVAC experience preferred.
- Self-motivated, resourceful, and entrepreneurial, demonstrating a willingness for learning and improvement.
- Previous experience in strong Lean environments; Lean certification preferred.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Extensive experience in CAD, AutoCAD, or related design experience.
- Ability to read and interpret drawings/plans.
- SAP software experience.
- Prior knowledge/experience with PLC’s.
WHAT DRIVES SUCCESS
Having the right qualifications is only a part of what it takes to be a successful employee. At Lennox International, we believe in upholding core values and behaviors to help you achieve your full potential. In this position, it is vital that you embody these core behaviors:
- Accountability: You deliver on your commitments.
- Positive Engagement: You energize and motivate others.
- Talent: You foster belonging and create opportunities for others to grow.
- Quality: You strive for continuous improvement.
LOCATION
This position is 100% onsite in the Stuttgart, Arkansas, manufacturing facility.
LI-onsite
LI-JC1
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship in Engineering Director
Verify your SOC code before applying
Engineering Director roles map to multiple SOC codes depending on discipline. Pull the O*NET profile for your specific subdomain, civil, software, mechanical, and confirm the job offer uses the matching code. A mismatch between your credentials and the SOC on the LCA triggers RFEs.
Target employers with cap-exempt status
Universities, affiliated nonprofits, and government research labs can file H-1B petitions outside the annual cap and lottery. Engineering Director roles at these institutions get USCIS review year-round, with no April registration window required.
Search sponsoring employers on Migrate Mate
Filter Engineering Director openings by verified H-1B LCA filing history on Migrate Mate. You'll see which employers have filed for this exact role type, so you're not guessing at sponsorship willingness during outreach.
Negotiate premium processing into your offer
Engineering Director hires often come with urgent start dates. Ask the recruiter to include premium processing in the offer letter before signing. This locks in the commitment and avoids post-offer back-and-forth with HR or legal.
Document your leadership scope for the LCA
Director-level roles must demonstrate specialty occupation status, which means your petition needs to show the position requires a specific bachelor's degree, not just managerial experience. Have your employer detail team size, technical scope, and required degree field in the support letter.
Confirm prevailing wage level before accepting
Run your offered compensation against the OFLC Wage Search for your job title, SOC code, and work location before accepting. The DOL requires your employer to pay at least the prevailing wage on the certified LCA, and a Level I wage at a director title often signals a misclassified role.
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Find Engineering Director JobsEngineering Director H-1B Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does an Engineering Director role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
Yes, provided the position requires at minimum a bachelor's degree in a specific engineering discipline. USCIS scrutinizes director-level roles more heavily than individual contributor positions because some managerial jobs accept any bachelor's degree. Your employer's support letter needs to establish that the specific technical degree is a baseline requirement, not just preferred, for the role to hold up.
How do I find Engineering Director jobs at companies that actually sponsor H-1B visas?
Migrate Mate filters Engineering Director listings by employers with verified H-1B LCA filing history, so you can see which companies have sponsored this role type before. That's more reliable than asking recruiters upfront, since many H-1B sponsorship decisions get made at the offer stage, not during sourcing.
Can I switch employers as an H-1B holder in an Engineering Director role without losing status?
Yes. Under H-1B portability, you can start working for a new employer as soon as the new I-129 petition is filed, as long as your prior H-1B was approved and you've maintained valid status. The new employer files a transfer petition, and you don't need to wait for approval to begin. Confirm the filing date, not just the receipt notice, before your last day with the current employer.
What happens to my H-1B if my Engineering Director role is eliminated in a layoff?
You have a 60-day grace period from your last day of employment to find a new sponsor, change status, or leave the country. During that window you can't work, but you can actively pursue new H-1B transfer filings. Engineering Director roles at larger tech and manufacturing companies are common H-1B sponsors, so the transfer market for this level is active. Acting within the first two weeks gives you the most runway.
Does an Engineering Director role require PERM labor certification for H-1B sponsorship?
No. H-1B visas don't require PERM. PERM is part of the green card process, specifically the EB-2 and EB-3 employment-based immigrant visa categories. H-1B sponsorship only requires an approved LCA from the DOL and an approved I-129 petition from USCIS. If your employer is also sponsoring your green card, that's a separate parallel process.
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