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H-1B1 Chile visa sponsorship lets Chilean electrical engineers work in the U.S. without entering the H-1B lottery. The 1,400-visa annual cap rarely fills, and consulate processing means faster approvals than the standard H-1B visa route. Employers file a Labor Condition Application with DOL, and you apply directly at a U.S. consulate in Chile.
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AWS Infrastructure Services owns the design, planning, delivery, and operation of all AWS global infrastructure. In other words, we're the people who keep the cloud running. We support all AWS data centers and all of the servers, storage, networking, power, and cooling equipment that ensures our customers have continual access to the innovation they rely on. We work on the most challenging problems, with thousands of variables impacting the supply chain — and we're looking for talented people who want to help.
You'll join a diverse team of software, hardware, and network engineers, supply chain specialists, security experts, operations managers, and other vital roles. You'll collaborate with people across AWS to help us deliver the highest standards for safety and security while providing seemingly infinite capacity at the lowest possible cost for our customers. And you'll experience an inclusive culture that welcomes bold ideas and empowers you to own them to completion.
Within AIS and Data Center Engineering, the Electrical Products and Services team is driving rapid innovation in electrical infrastructure used by AWS. Our designs are fundamentally changing the data center, providing operational and financial benefits that are critical to the success of the AWS business and its millions of customers. Our engineers solve challenging technology problems and take big bets on new concepts, enabling AWS services to continue to revolutionize the industry. This role provides the opportunity to lead and manage the innovative team of electrical engineering builders developing and deploying the next generation of electrical infrastructure for our data centers.
AWS is seeking an Engineering Manager for our team developing new infrastructure solutions that enable at-scale deployment of the latest liquid-cooled racks into our data centers. We are looking for a manager with excellent people skills and prior electrical product development experience. This role will work closely with both AWS builders and third-party manufacturers to develop infrastructure solutions on our behalf.
If you have experience leading product design of electrical products, have an extensive understanding of electrical infrastructure solutions in data centers, and know how products should be manufactured to ensure quality, you may be a good fit. This role requires the ability to lead a team in developing detailed electrical equipment specifications and evaluating the merit and risks of design changes.
As Amazon has a global presence, intermittent travel will be necessary and should be expected to be approximately 30% to AWS offices, data centers, suppliers, vendors, and product validation tests. While most travel will be domestic, some international travel may be required.
Key job responsibilities
- Lead innovative, high-performance teams of technical associates under challenging timelines
- Demonstrate strong engineering judgment and ability to provide recommendations despite uncertainty
- Apply data-driven and detail-oriented approaches to problem-solving
- Utilize extensive experience and knowledge in electrical engineering and product development
- Collaborate with global electrical equipment suppliers and manufacturers on new technology development and initiatives
- Build trust and develop relationships with different stakeholders (e.g., reliability, operations, design, compliance)
- Manage concurrent projects across multiple geographic zones
- Communicate complex systems in clear and concise language
- Support operations including failure mode and root cause analysis, maintenance and troubleshooting support, and operating procedure review for electrical issues
- Incorporate customer feedback to improve product reliability and availability
- Contribute to our global knowledge base and drive continuous improvement at scale
If you meet these qualifications, exude passion, and enjoy the challenge of innovative projects at hyper-scale, this job is for you!
A day in the life
Our Electrical Product and Service (MPS) Engineering Manager works closely with key partners to innovate, create, manage, and support the complete lifecycle of our portfolio of electrical infrastructure solutions. This role will collaborate with internal and external partner teams to ensure products and solutions perform as intended. The EPS Engineering Manager of Electrical Solutions will work closely with electrical engineers to identify and mitigate design issues.
About the team
Amazon Web Services (AWS) is the world’s most comprehensive and broadly adopted cloud platform. We pioneered cloud computing and never stopped innovating — that’s why customers from the most successful startups to Global 500 companies trust our robust suite of products and services to power their businesses.
Why AWS
Amazon Web Services (AWS) is the world’s most comprehensive and broadly adopted cloud platform. We pioneered cloud computing and never stopped innovating — that’s why customers from the most successful startups to Global 500 companies trust our robust suite of products and services to power their businesses.
Diverse Experiences
Amazon values diverse experiences. Even if you do not meet all of the preferred qualifications and skills listed in the job description, we encourage candidates to apply. If your career is just starting, hasn’t followed a traditional path, or includes alternative experiences, don’t let it stop you from applying.
Work/Life Balance
We value work-life harmony. Achieving success at work should never come at the expense of sacrifices at home, which is why we strive for flexibility as part of our working culture. When we feel supported in the workplace and at home, there’s nothing we can’t achieve in the cloud.
Inclusive Team Culture
Here at AWS, it’s in our nature to learn and be curious. Our employee-led affinity groups foster a culture of inclusion that empower us to be proud of our differences. Ongoing events and learning experiences, including our Conversations on Race and Ethnicity (CORE) and AmazeCon (gender diversity) conferences, inspire us to never stop embracing our uniqueness.
Mentorship and Career Growth
We’re continuously raising our performance bar as we strive to become Earth’s Best Employer. That’s why you’ll find endless knowledge-sharing, mentorship and other career-advancing resources here to help you develop into a better-rounded professional.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field, or experience working in electrical engineering field
- 7+ years in data center design and product development/electrical/related product development
- 5+ years managing teams of 40+ high performing associates with a proven track record of success and growth
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Master's degree or Ph.D. degree in Electrical Engineering or related field
- Capable of managing a team where the problem, opportunity, and strategy may not be defined. Influences strategy; able to design the right workforce strategy to meet long-term targets and needs
- Deep understanding of electrical infrastructure in data center environments
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.
COMPENSATION
- The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits.
LOCATION
- USA, TX, Austin - 178,800.00 - 241,900.00 USD annually
- USA, VA, Herndon - 178,800.00 - 241,900.00 USD annually
- USA, WA, Seattle - 178,800.00 - 241,900.00 USD annually
DESCRIPTION
AWS Infrastructure Services owns the design, planning, delivery, and operation of all AWS global infrastructure. In other words, we're the people who keep the cloud running. We support all AWS data centers and all of the servers, storage, networking, power, and cooling equipment that ensures our customers have continual access to the innovation they rely on. We work on the most challenging problems, with thousands of variables impacting the supply chain — and we're looking for talented people who want to help.
You'll join a diverse team of software, hardware, and network engineers, supply chain specialists, security experts, operations managers, and other vital roles. You'll collaborate with people across AWS to help us deliver the highest standards for safety and security while providing seemingly infinite capacity at the lowest possible cost for our customers. And you'll experience an inclusive culture that welcomes bold ideas and empowers you to own them to completion.
Within AIS and Data Center Engineering, the Electrical Products and Services team is driving rapid innovation in electrical infrastructure used by AWS. Our designs are fundamentally changing the data center, providing operational and financial benefits that are critical to the success of the AWS business and its millions of customers. Our engineers solve challenging technology problems and take big bets on new concepts, enabling AWS services to continue to revolutionize the industry. This role provides the opportunity to lead and manage the innovative team of electrical engineering builders developing and deploying the next generation of electrical infrastructure for our data centers.
AWS is seeking an Engineering Manager for our team developing new infrastructure solutions that enable at-scale deployment of the latest liquid-cooled racks into our data centers. We are looking for a manager with excellent people skills and prior electrical product development experience. This role will work closely with both AWS builders and third-party manufacturers to develop infrastructure solutions on our behalf.
If you have experience leading product design of electrical products, have an extensive understanding of electrical infrastructure solutions in data centers, and know how products should be manufactured to ensure quality, you may be a good fit. This role requires the ability to lead a team in developing detailed electrical equipment specifications and evaluating the merit and risks of design changes.
As Amazon has a global presence, intermittent travel will be necessary and should be expected to be approximately 30% to AWS offices, data centers, suppliers, vendors, and product validation tests. While most travel will be domestic, some international travel may be required.
Key job responsibilities
- Lead innovative, high-performance teams of technical associates under challenging timelines
- Demonstrate strong engineering judgment and ability to provide recommendations despite uncertainty
- Apply data-driven and detail-oriented approaches to problem-solving
- Utilize extensive experience and knowledge in electrical engineering and product development
- Collaborate with global electrical equipment suppliers and manufacturers on new technology development and initiatives
- Build trust and develop relationships with different stakeholders (e.g., reliability, operations, design, compliance)
- Manage concurrent projects across multiple geographic zones
- Communicate complex systems in clear and concise language
- Support operations including failure mode and root cause analysis, maintenance and troubleshooting support, and operating procedure review for electrical issues
- Incorporate customer feedback to improve product reliability and availability
- Contribute to our global knowledge base and drive continuous improvement at scale
If you meet these qualifications, exude passion, and enjoy the challenge of innovative projects at hyper-scale, this job is for you!
A day in the life
Our Electrical Product and Service (MPS) Engineering Manager works closely with key partners to innovate, create, manage, and support the complete lifecycle of our portfolio of electrical infrastructure solutions. This role will collaborate with internal and external partner teams to ensure products and solutions perform as intended. The EPS Engineering Manager of Electrical Solutions will work closely with electrical engineers to identify and mitigate design issues.
About the team
Amazon Web Services (AWS) is the world’s most comprehensive and broadly adopted cloud platform. We pioneered cloud computing and never stopped innovating — that’s why customers from the most successful startups to Global 500 companies trust our robust suite of products and services to power their businesses.
Why AWS
Amazon Web Services (AWS) is the world’s most comprehensive and broadly adopted cloud platform. We pioneered cloud computing and never stopped innovating — that’s why customers from the most successful startups to Global 500 companies trust our robust suite of products and services to power their businesses.
Diverse Experiences
Amazon values diverse experiences. Even if you do not meet all of the preferred qualifications and skills listed in the job description, we encourage candidates to apply. If your career is just starting, hasn’t followed a traditional path, or includes alternative experiences, don’t let it stop you from applying.
Work/Life Balance
We value work-life harmony. Achieving success at work should never come at the expense of sacrifices at home, which is why we strive for flexibility as part of our working culture. When we feel supported in the workplace and at home, there’s nothing we can’t achieve in the cloud.
Inclusive Team Culture
Here at AWS, it’s in our nature to learn and be curious. Our employee-led affinity groups foster a culture of inclusion that empower us to be proud of our differences. Ongoing events and learning experiences, including our Conversations on Race and Ethnicity (CORE) and AmazeCon (gender diversity) conferences, inspire us to never stop embracing our uniqueness.
Mentorship and Career Growth
We’re continuously raising our performance bar as we strive to become Earth’s Best Employer. That’s why you’ll find endless knowledge-sharing, mentorship and other career-advancing resources here to help you develop into a better-rounded professional.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field, or experience working in electrical engineering field
- 7+ years in data center design and product development/electrical/related product development
- 5+ years managing teams of 40+ high performing associates with a proven track record of success and growth
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Master's degree or Ph.D. degree in Electrical Engineering or related field
- Capable of managing a team where the problem, opportunity, and strategy may not be defined. Influences strategy; able to design the right workforce strategy to meet long-term targets and needs
- Deep understanding of electrical infrastructure in data center environments
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.
COMPENSATION
- The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits.
LOCATION
- USA, TX, Austin - 178,800.00 - 241,900.00 USD annually
- USA, VA, Herndon - 178,800.00 - 241,900.00 USD annually
- USA, WA, Seattle - 178,800.00 - 241,900.00 USD annually
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Verify your degree meets specialty occupation standards
Your Chilean engineering degree must map to a specific technical field recognized under U.S. specialty occupation criteria. Run your SOC code through O*NET to confirm electrical engineering requires a bachelor's degree in a directly related discipline before approaching employers.
Target employers with active LCA filing histories
Search Migrate Mate to filter companies that have filed Labor Condition Applications for electrical engineer roles. This tells you which employers already understand H-1B1 Chile sponsorship mechanics, which shortens the conversation when you bring it up.
Check prevailing wage tiers before salary negotiations
Your employer's LCA must certify a wage at or above the DOL prevailing wage for your job title and work location. Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up the Level I through Level IV thresholds for electrical engineers in your target metro before you receive an offer.
Confirm the employer understands consulate-only processing
Unlike H-1B, the H-1B1 Chile visa is adjudicated at a U.S. consulate in Chile, not by USCIS. Clarify this early with your hiring manager or HR contact so they don't budget for a USCIS petition or expect a domestic change-of-status process.
Gather Chilean engineering credentials in advance
Consular officers reviewing electrical engineer H-1B1 Chile applications scrutinize degree transcripts and professional credentials closely. Get official translations and any required authentication of your Chilean university documents before you have an offer, not after.
Plan around the 18-month authorization window
H-1B1 Chile status is granted in one-year increments at the border and renewed at the consulate. Coordinate your employer's LCA renewal timeline so the new certification is ready before you travel, since USCIS doesn't handle extensions for this visa category.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do electrical engineers need a specific degree to qualify for H-1B1 Chile sponsorship?
Yes. The H-1B1 Chile visa requires a specialty occupation, meaning your role must normally require at least a bachelor's degree in a directly related field. For electrical engineers, a degree in electrical engineering, electronics engineering, or a closely related discipline satisfies this requirement. Degrees in unrelated fields generally won't qualify the position even if your employer wants to sponsor you.
How does the H-1B1 Chile visa compare to the H-1B for electrical engineers?
The H-1B1 Chile visa has no lottery, the 1,400-visa annual cap rarely fills, and your application is processed at a U.S. consulate in Chile rather than by USCIS. The H-1B requires employer petition approval from USCIS and subjects most applicants to a randomized lottery. For Chilean electrical engineers with a qualifying job offer, the H-1B1 route is typically faster and more predictable.
Where can I find electrical engineer employers who will sponsor H-1B1 Chile visas?
Migrate Mate shows which employers have filed Labor Condition Applications for electrical engineer roles, so you can identify companies already familiar with H-1B1 Chile sponsorship before you apply. This saves time compared to approaching employers who have never navigated the process and may be reluctant to start.
What does the electrical engineer LCA process require from my employer?
Your employer files a Labor Condition Application with DOL certifying that your offered wage meets or exceeds the prevailing wage for electrical engineers in your work location, and that hiring you won't adversely affect similarly employed U.S. workers. DOL typically certifies LCAs within seven working days. The certified LCA is a required document when you apply at the consulate.
Can I change electrical engineering employers while on H-1B1 Chile status?
Yes, but your new employer must file a new Labor Condition Application with DOL and have it certified before you begin work. The H-1B1 Chile visa doesn't carry H-1B portability provisions, so you can't rely on a pending application to cover a gap. Plan the transition so the new LCA is certified and your consular documentation is updated before your start date.