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Project Controls Manager roles, covering cost engineering, schedule management, and earned value analysis, qualify as H-1B visa specialty occupations requiring at least a bachelor's degree in engineering, construction management, or a related field. Capital-intensive industries like energy, infrastructure, and defense consistently file LCAs for this title, making it one of the more reliably sponsored positions in project delivery.
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Date: Sep 18, 2026
Location: Waukesha, WI, US, 53186
Company: Hubbell Incorporated
Job Overview
As a member of our Protection & Control Engineering Services Team, you will be responsible for creating substation drawing packages including one-line drawings, three-line drawings, DC schematics, wiring diagrams, cable schedules, component layouts, electrical plans, and detailed assembly drawings that will be drafted using AutoCAD® and MicroStation. Our P&C Engineering Services teams also perform fault analysis and coordination studies, SCADA settings, along with developing settings for most station relays.
A Day In The Life
Every day at Hubbell is different and you’ll contribute in many ways. On any given day, you’ll make a difference by:
- Interpret customer specifications and provide a design which meets all requirements
- Understand the theories and fundamentals of electrical circuits and related components
- Check/yellow line protection and control wiring diagrams to schematic diagrams
- Create control panel and field equipment wiring diagrams from schematic diagrams
- Create project specific protection and control schematic diagrams from standard customer schematics
- Create protection and control schematic diagrams from a 1-Line diagram
- Update/revise existing customer substation legacy Brownfield schematic and wiring diagrams
- Collaborate with designers and engineers on technical issues
- Perform all Project Management activities and lead small projects without supervision
- Recognize a need for, and champion process improvements
- Customer visits (travel approximately 10% of the time)
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology; P.E. license or P.E. track preferred
- Minimum one year of Transmission and Distribution Protection and Control related experience
- Knowledge and understanding of the specifications, structure, programming and configuration of the following control devices is also beneficial:
- Microprocessor Based Protection and Control Relays
- RS-232/RS485/Fiber optic/Ethernet Communication
- RTU Equipment
- HMI
- SCADA System
- Advanced working knowledge of MS Office Suite
- Strong attention to detail
- Working knowledge of transmission and distribution protection and control schematic and wiring diagrams
- Proven analytical & problem-solving skills
Hubbell Incorporated
Hubbell creates critical infrastructure solutions that power our customers, communities, people and the planet. Our company is strategically aligned around enabling grid modernization and electrification. As more products plug in to an aging grid, Hubbell solutions enable the transition to a more reliable, resilient and efficient energy infrastructure. Founded in 1888 our innovation has made us a leading global manufacturer of high quality electrical and utility solutions enabling customers to operate critical infrastructure reliably and efficiently.
The company operates in two segments. Hubbell Utility Solutions (HUS) enable the grid to conduct, communicate and control energy across utility applications and Hubbell Electrical Solutions (HES) are essential to managing power across a wide range of industries and applications. Our vertical market solutions can be applied to markets including Data Centers, Renewables, Commercial Buildings, Industrial, Telecom and Transportation. Supporting both of our business segments is our corporate and Hubbell Unified Business Solutions teams that provide consistent process, tools technologies across our businesses.
We are committed to operating sustainably and ethically while promoting an inclusive and supportive culture for our people to grow and develop in their careers. Our employees proudly work and serve our communities from our headquarters in Shelton, CT, across the United States and around the globe.
Hubbell Utility Solutions
Hubbell Utility Solutions (HUS) enable the grid to conduct, communicate and control energy across utility applications. HUS provides the critical components that allow the grid to reliably transmit and distribute energy, as well as the communications and controls technologies to make the grid smarter and more flexible.
Hubbell Incorporated, its subsidiaries and affiliates, is an EO Employer AA: M/F/Veteran/Disability. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other protected class.
The above summary of position responsibilities and requirements is not intended, and should not be construed, to be an exhaustive list of duties, skills, efforts, physical requirements, or working conditions associated with the position. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of those principal position elements essential for making decisions related to position performance, employee development, and compensation.
Nearest Major Market: Waukesha
Nearest Secondary Market: Milwaukee
Job Segment: Project Manager, Telecom, Telecommunications, Technology
Protection & Controls Engineer (Remote)
Date: Sep 18, 2026
Location: Waukesha, WI, US, 53186
Company: Hubbell Incorporated
Job Overview
As a member of our Protection & Control Engineering Services Team, you will be responsible for creating substation drawing packages including one-line drawings, three-line drawings, DC schematics, wiring diagrams, cable schedules, component layouts, electrical plans, and detailed assembly drawings that will be drafted using AutoCAD® and MicroStation. Our P&C Engineering Services teams also perform fault analysis and coordination studies, SCADA settings, along with developing settings for most station relays.
A Day In The Life
Every day at Hubbell is different and you’ll contribute in many ways. On any given day, you’ll make a difference by:
- Interpret customer specifications and provide a design which meets all requirements
- Understand the theories and fundamentals of electrical circuits and related components
- Check/yellow line protection and control wiring diagrams to schematic diagrams
- Create control panel and field equipment wiring diagrams from schematic diagrams
- Create project specific protection and control schematic diagrams from standard customer schematics
- Create protection and control schematic diagrams from a 1-Line diagram
- Update/revise existing customer substation legacy Brownfield schematic and wiring diagrams
- Collaborate with designers and engineers on technical issues
- Perform all Project Management activities and lead small projects without supervision
- Recognize a need for, and champion process improvements
- Customer visits (travel approximately 10% of the time)
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology; P.E. license or P.E. track preferred
- Minimum one year of Transmission and Distribution Protection and Control related experience
- Knowledge and understanding of the specifications, structure, programming and configuration of the following control devices is also beneficial:
- Microprocessor Based Protection and Control Relays
- RS-232/RS485/Fiber optic/Ethernet Communication
- RTU Equipment
- HMI
- SCADA System
- Advanced working knowledge of MS Office Suite
- Strong attention to detail
- Working knowledge of transmission and distribution protection and control schematic and wiring diagrams
- Proven analytical & problem-solving skills
Hubbell Incorporated
Hubbell creates critical infrastructure solutions that power our customers, communities, people and the planet. Our company is strategically aligned around enabling grid modernization and electrification. As more products plug in to an aging grid, Hubbell solutions enable the transition to a more reliable, resilient and efficient energy infrastructure. Founded in 1888 our innovation has made us a leading global manufacturer of high quality electrical and utility solutions enabling customers to operate critical infrastructure reliably and efficiently.
The company operates in two segments. Hubbell Utility Solutions (HUS) enable the grid to conduct, communicate and control energy across utility applications and Hubbell Electrical Solutions (HES) are essential to managing power across a wide range of industries and applications. Our vertical market solutions can be applied to markets including Data Centers, Renewables, Commercial Buildings, Industrial, Telecom and Transportation. Supporting both of our business segments is our corporate and Hubbell Unified Business Solutions teams that provide consistent process, tools technologies across our businesses.
We are committed to operating sustainably and ethically while promoting an inclusive and supportive culture for our people to grow and develop in their careers. Our employees proudly work and serve our communities from our headquarters in Shelton, CT, across the United States and around the globe.
Hubbell Utility Solutions
Hubbell Utility Solutions (HUS) enable the grid to conduct, communicate and control energy across utility applications. HUS provides the critical components that allow the grid to reliably transmit and distribute energy, as well as the communications and controls technologies to make the grid smarter and more flexible.
Hubbell Incorporated, its subsidiaries and affiliates, is an EO Employer AA: M/F/Veteran/Disability. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other protected class.
The above summary of position responsibilities and requirements is not intended, and should not be construed, to be an exhaustive list of duties, skills, efforts, physical requirements, or working conditions associated with the position. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of those principal position elements essential for making decisions related to position performance, employee development, and compensation.
Nearest Major Market: Waukesha
Nearest Secondary Market: Milwaukee
Job Segment: Project Manager, Telecom, Telecommunications, Technology
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Project Controls Manager
Verify your degree supports specialty occupation
USCIS scrutinizes whether your degree field directly relates to project controls work. A degree in industrial engineering, civil engineering, or construction management strengthens your case more than a general business degree paired with certifications alone.
Target LCA-heavy industries first
Energy, oil and gas, defense contracting, and large infrastructure firms file the highest volumes of LCAs for project controls roles. Prioritize employers in those sectors, where H-1B sponsorship for this title is routine rather than exceptional.
Search verified sponsoring employers on Migrate Mate
Use Migrate Mate to filter Project Controls Manager openings by employers with confirmed H-1B LCA filing history for this occupation code, so you're not spending time on postings from companies that have never sponsored this role.
Confirm prevailing wage tier before offer stage
Run your target location and job title through the OFLC Wage Search before negotiating. Knowing whether your offer falls at Level II or Level III wages helps you evaluate whether an employer's offer meets DOL certification requirements.
Ask about cap-exempt employer status early
Nonprofits, government research labs, and universities attached to project controls work may qualify as cap-exempt H-1B employers. If you're open to those environments, you can bypass the lottery entirely and file any time of year.
Align your I-129 job duties with your LCA SOC code
Project controls work often maps to multiple SOC codes. Make sure your employer's I-129 petition describes your actual duties in terms that match the certified LCA occupation code, or USCIS may issue an RFE questioning specialty occupation status.
H-1B Visa Project Controls Manager: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Project Controls Manager role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes, when the position requires a bachelor's degree or higher in a directly related field such as engineering, construction management, or applied science. The key is that the employer must be able to show the degree requirement is normal for the industry and specific to the role, not just a preferred credential. Roles that accept any bachelor's degree regardless of field are more vulnerable to RFEs.
Which industries sponsor H-1B visas most often for this role?
Energy, oil and gas, aerospace and defense, large-scale civil infrastructure, and engineering and construction firms account for the bulk of H-1B LCA filings for project controls titles. These industries run multi-year capital projects where dedicated controls managers are a staffing norm, making sponsorship more routine. Use Migrate Mate to browse openings filtered to employers with verified LCA filing history for this occupation.
What happens to my H-1B if my project ends before the visa expires?
If your employer terminates you before your H-1B period ends, you have a 60-day grace period to find a new sponsoring employer, change status, or depart. A project completion is treated the same as any other termination. Your new employer would need to file an H-1B transfer petition, and you can begin working for them as soon as USCIS receives the filing, not after approval.
Can a staffing agency or project management consultancy sponsor my H-1B?
Yes, but USCIS applies additional scrutiny to staffing and consulting arrangements. The sponsoring employer must demonstrate it retains control over your work, including the right to supervise, direct, and terminate your employment. If you're placed at a client site, the petition needs to show that relationship clearly. End-client letters confirming the assignment and your supervisor contact are commonly requested.
How does the H-1B prevailing wage requirement affect project controls offers?
Your employer must pay you at least the DOL prevailing wage for your job title, location, and experience level before USCIS will approve your petition. For project controls managers, wages vary significantly by industry and metro area. You can look up the applicable wage level for any location using the OFLC Wage Search. An offer below the certified LCA wage is a filing blocker, not just a negotiation issue.