H-1B1 Chile Visa Automation Engineer Jobs
Automation Engineer jobs with H-1B1 Chile visa sponsorship are open to Chilean nationals under the U.S.-Chile Free Trade Agreement. No lottery, no USCIS petition, and the 1,400-visa annual cap rarely fills. Your employer files the Labor Condition Application, and you apply directly at the consulate with your job offer in hand.
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WHO WE ARE
KNAPP brings new technology to warehouse automation.
The KNAPP Group is a global provider of intelligent automation solutions for intralogistics and manufacturing, specializing in the sectors healthcare, fashion/apparel, general retail, food retail, industry and service. We live and breathe automation. We – more than 8,000 employees of the KNAPP Group in over 60 locations worldwide, shaping the future-oriented industry of intralogistics are dedicated to making complexity simple.
One of the KNAPP’s primary goals is to use continuous innovation to drive warehouse automation forward, always with the specific needs of the customers in mind. KNAPP Group’s unrelenting development activity is evident in everything from automated order picking systems and continuing refinement of container handling technology to its state-of-the-art, industry leading software solutions.
WHAT YOU GET TO DO
The Test Automation Engineer will develop and maintain automated testing solutions that enhance product quality, strengthen CI/CD processes, and support reliable, efficient software releases. This role is suited for someone with strong problem-solving skills who is committed to improving test efficiency, preventing defects, and driving continuous quality improvements.
Essential Functions and Responsibilities:
- Develop and maintain automated test frameworks for functional, integration, and regression testing.
- Implement automated test suites aligned with project requirements and product lifecycle needs.
- Integrate automated tests into CI/CD pipelines to support continuous validation and fast feedback loops.
- Contribute to improving automation KPIs, including pipeline stability and early defect detection.
- Document automation approaches, maintain test artifacts, and support internal knowledge sharing.
- Support a collaborative environment by sharing knowledge, reusable assets, and best practices focused on test automation.
- Participate in continuous improvement activities, including peer reviews and collaborative problem-solving.
- Contribute to the design and enhancement of automation frameworks to ensure scalability, reliability, and long-term sustainability.
WHAT YOU HAVE
- Bachelor’s degree in computer science or related field, or equivalent work experience.
- 3–5 years of experience in Software Quality Assurance with a proven track record in test automation strategy and implementation.
- Intermediate to advanced level of proficiency in at least one programming language relevant to test automation, with JavaScript or Python preferred due to their central role in our automation frameworks.
- Intermediate experience building and optimizing CI/CD pipelines that support continuous testing, validation, and automated reporting.
- Intermediate knowledge of SQL and PL/SQL for data validation and database-related automation.
- Demonstrated understanding of modern software development technologies and design practices and common architectural patterns.
- Preferred Experience scripting CI/CD pipelines (YAML, Bash, PowerShell).
- Demonstrated Understanding logistical workflows and processes with the ability to automate end-to-end integration tests.
- Prior Linux experience, including automation in mixed Linux/Windows environments.
WHAT YOU WILL GET
- 2 remote days per week
- Half day Fridays
- A beautiful new, state-of-the-art, office complex in Kennesaw, GA
- Industry competitive compensation
- Great benefits with better than average employer contributions, including health, dental, vision, life insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, Short & Long Term Disability and more!
- 401k with a very generous employer match and no vesting!
- Paid Vacation & Holidays
- Profit Sharing
- Paid Parental Leave
- Subsidized Daycare
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Pet Insurance
- Subsidized food delivery
- Monthly celebrations
- Quarterly employee events
- Corporate Social Responsibility including recycling, sustainability and volunteering
KNAPP is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to a work environment that supports, inspires, and respects all individuals without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, veteran, disability status or any other basis protected by law.
Due to the safety-sensitive nature of this position, strict adherence to KNAPP’s drug-free workplace policy is required. All candidates will be subject to drug-screening in accordance with the policy and will be expected to remain drug-free during their employment. There will be no exception if recreational or medical use of marijuana is permitted in the location of employment and/or residence or if use of marijuana is only during “off-hours.”
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Visa Sponsorship as an Automation Engineer
Align your degree to the role
Automation Engineer is a specialty occupation requiring a directly related bachelor's degree. A degree in mechanical, electrical, or systems engineering typically qualifies. A computer science degree may qualify if your role centers on control systems or industrial software.
Verify the prevailing wage before negotiating
Your employer's LCA must certify a wage at or above the DOL prevailing wage for your specific SOC code and work location. Check the OFLC Wage Search before your salary discussion so you know the floor your offer must meet.
Target manufacturers with existing LCA filing history
Use Migrate Mate to filter employers by verified H-1B1 Chile LCA filings for automation and controls roles. Companies that have filed before already understand the process, which shortens the time between offer and consulate appointment.
Clarify your role's classification with O*NET
Automation Engineer titles vary widely across industries. Pull your job description against the O*NET occupation profile for Industrial Engineers or Electrical Engineers before your interview so you can confirm specialty occupation status if a consular officer asks.
Get your LCA certified before scheduling the interview
DOL typically certifies LCAs within seven business days. Don't book your consulate appointment until the certified LCA is in hand. Arriving without it forces a reschedule, which can add weeks depending on appointment availability at your consulate.
Prepare a concurrent status plan if switching employers
H-1B1 visa Chile status isn't portable the way H-1B visa is. If you change employers, your new employer must file a fresh LCA and you'll need a new visa stamp. Factor that gap into your transition timeline and keep your Chilean passport current.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does an Automation Engineer role qualify as a specialty occupation for the H-1B1 Chile visa?
Yes, if the position requires at least a bachelor's degree in a directly related field such as electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, or systems engineering. Roles focused on PLC programming, SCADA systems, or industrial controls generally meet the specialty occupation standard. Generalist technician roles that don't require a specific degree field can fall short, so your offer letter should clearly state the degree requirement.
How does the H-1B1 Chile visa differ from the H-1B for Automation Engineers?
The H-1B1 Chile visa skips the H-1B lottery entirely and is processed at the U.S. consulate in Chile rather than through USCIS. The annual cap is 1,400 visas and has never been exhausted. The trade-off is that H-1B1 doesn't allow dual intent, so maintaining clear nonimmigrant intent matters, and status isn't portable between employers the way H-1B portability works under AC21.
How can I find employers who sponsor H-1B1 Chile visas for Automation Engineer positions?
Migrate Mate lets you search specifically for employers with verified H-1B1 Chile LCA filing history in engineering and automation roles. This filters out companies that have never navigated the process and surfaces ones already familiar with the LCA requirements, consulate timelines, and prevailing wage obligations specific to your target location and SOC code.
What documents should I bring to my H-1B1 Chile consulate interview as an Automation Engineer?
You'll need your certified LCA, the job offer letter specifying your role and degree requirement, your degree certificate and transcripts, your DS-160 confirmation, the MRV fee receipt, and a valid Chilean passport. If your degree is not from a Chilean or U.S. institution, bring a credential evaluation from a NACES-member evaluator confirming U.S. equivalency.
Does my employer need to file anything with USCIS to sponsor my H-1B1 Chile visa?
No USCIS petition is required. Your employer files the Labor Condition Application with DOL through the FLAG system, and DOL certifies it. You then apply for the visa directly at the U.S. consulate in Chile using that certified LCA alongside your DS-160 and supporting documents. USCIS is not involved in H-1B1 Chile processing.
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