H-1B Visa Production Engineer Jobs
Production Engineer roles qualify as H-1B visa specialty occupations under USCIS guidelines, requiring at least a bachelor's degree in industrial, mechanical, or manufacturing engineering. Manufacturers, aerospace firms, and semiconductor companies are among the most active H-1B visa sponsors for this title. The annual cap applies, so timing your job search around the October 1 fiscal year start matters.
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Who We Are
North American Lighting Inc., member of the Koito Group of Companies, is the largest tier one automotive exterior lighting manufacturer in North America. As the market share leader in exterior automotive lighting, NAL provides advanced lighting technology, engineering design expertise, and state-of-the-art production capabilities to auto makers based in North America and around the world.
Our Opportunity
North American Lighting (NAL) is looking for a Production Engineer - I to join our team. The ideal candidate will plan, design, and implement production processes, ensure new product designs can be manufactured, and maintain the molding processes in production.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Your Priorities
- Provides day-to-day technical support for the molding process in the plant.
- Supports new launch development activities for assigned departments.
- Addresses internal and external customer complaints, conducts investigations, develops root cause analysis, determines countermeasures, and documents — using NAL problem solving methods.
- Supports mold trials prior to molds arriving at NAL including interface with Tool Engineering and outside tool shops, including domestic and international travel to outside tool shops.
- Leads and/or participates in continuous improvement activities targeted to facilitate improvements in quality, productivity, and safety; and reductions in scrap and machine downtime.
- Develops and updates/improves check sheets for all production equipment for preventative maintenance and machine condition.
The salary range for this position is $56,800 - $76,200 per year. Final compensation will be determined by location, skills, experience, qualifications, and the career level at which the position is filled.
Requirements
Your Background
- Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Industrial Technology, or a related discipline, plus 0 - 2 years of related manufacturing experience OR
- Associate’s Degree, plus 2 – 4 years of related manufacturing experience.
Experience in multi-color molding and robotics for an automotive manufacturer is preferred.
At North American Lighting
Team Member Benefits
- World class health insurance plans
- Award winning 401k plan
- Relocation assistance
- Paid time off (vacation, sick, holidays, etc)
- Supplier discounts (wireless, computer, vehicle, etc.)
- Company sponsored wellness program including gym reimbursement
Diversity at NAL:
The mission of NAL’s Diversity Committee is to facilitate NAL’s ongoing and continuing efforts to foster a culture and atmosphere of mutual respect, for the benefit of all Team Members from different backgrounds, perspectives, and abilities that represent our communities.
You can learn more about NAL and our opportunities at jobs.nal.com.
All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, marital status, parental status, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, genetic information, and veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
Requisition ID: 21964
LOCATION: Paris Plant
Job Summary
Who We Are
North American Lighting Inc., member of the Koito Group of Companies, is the largest tier one automotive exterior lighting manufacturer in North America. As the market share leader in exterior automotive lighting, NAL provides advanced lighting technology, engineering design expertise, and state-of-the-art production capabilities to auto makers based in North America and around the world.
Our Opportunity
North American Lighting (NAL) is looking for a Production Engineer - I to join our team. The ideal candidate will plan, design, and implement production processes, ensure new product designs can be manufactured, and maintain the molding processes in production.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Your Priorities
- Provides day-to-day technical support for the molding process in the plant.
- Supports new launch development activities for assigned departments.
- Addresses internal and external customer complaints, conducts investigations, develops root cause analysis, determines countermeasures, and documents — using NAL problem solving methods.
- Supports mold trials prior to molds arriving at NAL including interface with Tool Engineering and outside tool shops, including domestic and international travel to outside tool shops.
- Leads and/or participates in continuous improvement activities targeted to facilitate improvements in quality, productivity, and safety; and reductions in scrap and machine downtime.
- Develops and updates/improves check sheets for all production equipment for preventative maintenance and machine condition.
The salary range for this position is $56,800 - $76,200 per year. Final compensation will be determined by location, skills, experience, qualifications, and the career level at which the position is filled.
Requirements
Your Background
- Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Industrial Technology, or a related discipline, plus 0 - 2 years of related manufacturing experience OR
- Associate’s Degree, plus 2 – 4 years of related manufacturing experience.
Experience in multi-color molding and robotics for an automotive manufacturer is preferred.
At North American Lighting
Team Member Benefits
- World class health insurance plans
- Award winning 401k plan
- Relocation assistance
- Paid time off (vacation, sick, holidays, etc)
- Supplier discounts (wireless, computer, vehicle, etc.)
- Company sponsored wellness program including gym reimbursement
Diversity at NAL:
The mission of NAL’s Diversity Committee is to facilitate NAL’s ongoing and continuing efforts to foster a culture and atmosphere of mutual respect, for the benefit of all Team Members from different backgrounds, perspectives, and abilities that represent our communities.
You can learn more about NAL and our opportunities at jobs.nal.com.
All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, marital status, parental status, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, genetic information, and veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
Requisition ID: 21964
LOCATION: Paris Plant
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Production Engineer
Align your degree to the role
USCIS scrutinizes whether your degree field directly relates to production engineering duties. A degree in industrial, mechanical, or manufacturing engineering strengthens your petition. Unrelated degrees require a detailed nexus argument from your employer's attorney.
Use OFLC Wage Search before negotiating
DOL requires your employer to pay at least the prevailing wage for your SOC code and work location. Pull the OFLC Wage Search figures yourself so you negotiate from the same baseline your employer's LCA must meet.
Target manufacturers enrolled in E-Verify
STEM OPT employers must use E-Verify, which signals infrastructure for work-authorization compliance. Production facilities already running E-Verify are faster to onboard H-1B workers because the employment eligibility verification process is already routine.
Find sponsors through Migrate Mate
Filter by Production Engineer roles on Migrate Mate to see employers with verified H-1B LCA filing history in manufacturing and industrial operations, so you target companies that have already committed to sponsoring this specific title.
Confirm the work-site address before filing
Production Engineers are often assigned to plant floors or multiple facilities. Each work location requires a separate LCA posting. If your employer moves you to a new site, USCIS may require an amended I-129, so nail down the primary work address early.
Request premium processing if your start date is fixed
Manufacturing roles often have project-driven start dates tied to production schedules. Premium processing gives USCIS a 15-business-day adjudication window, reducing the risk of delays that would push back your production team onboarding.
H-1B Visa Production Engineer: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Production Engineer role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes, provided the position requires at least a bachelor's degree in a directly related engineering field such as industrial, mechanical, or manufacturing engineering. USCIS evaluates both the job duties and the degree requirement, so the offer letter and job description must clearly state the degree as a minimum requirement, not just a preference.
Which industries sponsor H-1B visas most often for Production Engineers?
Automotive, aerospace, semiconductor, pharmaceuticals, and consumer electronics manufacturers are among the most consistent H-1B sponsors for Production Engineer titles. These industries operate at scale, maintain dedicated immigration compliance teams, and regularly file LCAs through DOL for this occupation. You can browse employers with active filing history on Migrate Mate.
How does the prevailing wage requirement affect Production Engineer offers?
Your employer must file an LCA with DOL certifying your offered wage meets or exceeds the prevailing wage for your SOC code and work location. Prevailing wages vary significantly by metro area: a role in rural Michigan will carry a lower floor than one in the San Jose metro. Use the OFLC Wage Search to verify the applicable wage level before you sign an offer.
Can a Production Engineer work at multiple plant locations on one H-1B?
Only if each location is covered by a separate LCA. DOL requires the employer to post LCA notices at every worksite where you'll perform H-1B duties. If you rotate between facilities regularly, your employer needs LCAs for each site. Failure to cover all locations is a common compliance gap that can surface during DOL audits.
What happens to my H-1B if my employer closes the production facility I was hired for?
If your employer terminates your H-1B before the petition end date, they're required to pay for your return transportation to your home country. You also get a 60-day grace period to find a new sponsoring employer, change status, or leave the U.S. USCIS allows the new employer to file an H-1B transfer, letting you start work as soon as the receipt notice is issued.