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Engineering roles in the United States are available to exchange visitors under the J-1 visa Trainee and Intern program categories, depending on whether you've completed your degree. Host employers partner with State Department-designated sponsors to issue your DS-2019 and manage sponsorship compliance throughout your placement.
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Get Access To All JobsLocation: El Paso, TX
Category: Engineering
Job Type: Full-time
Posted On: Wed Oct 21 2026
Job Description:
The Department: The Department of Industrial, Manufacturing, and Systems Engineering consists of faculty members specializing in MBSE (Model-Based Systems Engineering), data analytics, applied artificial intelligence, smart manufacturing, modeling & simulation, advanced quality engineering, human factors, and healthcare. The Department offers a Bachelor of Science degree in Industrial Engineering and Master of Science degrees in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, and Systems Engineering. The department participates in several interdisciplinary Ph.D. programs in the College of Engineering (COE) and is developing an interdisciplinary Ph.D. program in Industrial & Systems Engineering. Current departmental enrollment includes 200 undergraduates and 120 graduate students.
In recent years, the department has secured research funding through major grants/contracts with DoEd, NSF, USDA, NIST, LMC-Aeronautics and the City of El Paso. The increase in research expenditures indicates the IMSE faculty commitment to research in the strategic COE areas of Sustainability, Manufacturing, Infrastructure Systems, and Energy Systems. The Department is closely affiliated with the Research Institute for Manufacturing and Engineering Systems, which has strong relationships with industrial and government partners. Additionally, the Department has ongoing collaborations with local school districts, hospitals, international and national universities, and other UTEP departments. Excellent manufacturing and analytical research facilities exist within the College of Engineering (COE). The COE houses a class 100/1000 clean room for semiconductor, biomedical device, and MEMS fabrication; and an Additive Manufacturing or rapid prototyping systems lab.
Position Description: The University of Texas at El Paso (UTEP) is seeking to fill a visiting faculty position at the Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor level for its growing, dynamic Department of Industrial, Manufacturing, and Systems Engineering. Applications are solicited from candidates whose professional experience and interests are focused on Systems Engineering.
Responsibilities include teaching two or three classes per term at the graduate and undergraduate level and coordinating student industry projects. The successful candidate will be expected to secure funding (industry or otherwise) for practice-based projects for students. The successful candidate must be able to work effectively with faculty, staff, students, and industry members from diverse ethnic, cultural, and socioeconomic backgrounds. Anticipated appointment date is January 1, 2027.
Job Requirements:
- An earned doctorate (not required, but is highly desired) in Industrial/Systems/Software Engineering preferably, or a closely related field at the time of appointment
- A record of significant industry experience or at least significant experience working with industry and the ability to secure extramural funding
- A commitment to teaching excellence or a record of successful college or university teaching
Additional Information:
In keeping with its access, excellence, and impact mission, The University of Texas at El Paso is committed to an open, diverse, and inclusive learning and working environment that honors the talents, respects the differences, and nurtures the growth and development of all. We seek to attract faculty and staff who share our commitment.
The University of Texas at El Paso is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or sexual orientation and gender in employment or the provision of services in accordance with state and federal law. Discrimination on the basis of sex includes an employee's or prospective employee's right to be free from sexual harassment under Title IX of the Higher Education Amendments of 1972. Inquiries—including the filing of a Formal Complaint or reporting an incident—about the application of Title IX may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, who can be reached by phone at (915) 747-8358, by email at titleix@utep.edu, or by mail at 500 W. University Ave., El Paso, TX, Kelly Hall, Room 312.
For accommodation information for employees and applicants with disabilities, please contact UTEP's Equal Opportunity Office at eoaa@utep.edu.
To the extent that this position involves research, work, or access to critical infrastructure as referenced in Executive Order GA-48, being hired for and continuing to be employed in this position requires the ability to maintain the security or integrity of the infrastructure.
Location: El Paso, TX
Category: Engineering
Job Type: Full-time
Posted On: Wed Oct 21 2026
Job Description:
The Department: The Department of Industrial, Manufacturing, and Systems Engineering consists of faculty members specializing in MBSE (Model-Based Systems Engineering), data analytics, applied artificial intelligence, smart manufacturing, modeling & simulation, advanced quality engineering, human factors, and healthcare. The Department offers a Bachelor of Science degree in Industrial Engineering and Master of Science degrees in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, and Systems Engineering. The department participates in several interdisciplinary Ph.D. programs in the College of Engineering (COE) and is developing an interdisciplinary Ph.D. program in Industrial & Systems Engineering. Current departmental enrollment includes 200 undergraduates and 120 graduate students.
In recent years, the department has secured research funding through major grants/contracts with DoEd, NSF, USDA, NIST, LMC-Aeronautics and the City of El Paso. The increase in research expenditures indicates the IMSE faculty commitment to research in the strategic COE areas of Sustainability, Manufacturing, Infrastructure Systems, and Energy Systems. The Department is closely affiliated with the Research Institute for Manufacturing and Engineering Systems, which has strong relationships with industrial and government partners. Additionally, the Department has ongoing collaborations with local school districts, hospitals, international and national universities, and other UTEP departments. Excellent manufacturing and analytical research facilities exist within the College of Engineering (COE). The COE houses a class 100/1000 clean room for semiconductor, biomedical device, and MEMS fabrication; and an Additive Manufacturing or rapid prototyping systems lab.
Position Description: The University of Texas at El Paso (UTEP) is seeking to fill a visiting faculty position at the Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor level for its growing, dynamic Department of Industrial, Manufacturing, and Systems Engineering. Applications are solicited from candidates whose professional experience and interests are focused on Systems Engineering.
Responsibilities include teaching two or three classes per term at the graduate and undergraduate level and coordinating student industry projects. The successful candidate will be expected to secure funding (industry or otherwise) for practice-based projects for students. The successful candidate must be able to work effectively with faculty, staff, students, and industry members from diverse ethnic, cultural, and socioeconomic backgrounds. Anticipated appointment date is January 1, 2027.
Job Requirements:
- An earned doctorate (not required, but is highly desired) in Industrial/Systems/Software Engineering preferably, or a closely related field at the time of appointment
- A record of significant industry experience or at least significant experience working with industry and the ability to secure extramural funding
- A commitment to teaching excellence or a record of successful college or university teaching
Additional Information:
In keeping with its access, excellence, and impact mission, The University of Texas at El Paso is committed to an open, diverse, and inclusive learning and working environment that honors the talents, respects the differences, and nurtures the growth and development of all. We seek to attract faculty and staff who share our commitment.
The University of Texas at El Paso is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or sexual orientation and gender in employment or the provision of services in accordance with state and federal law. Discrimination on the basis of sex includes an employee's or prospective employee's right to be free from sexual harassment under Title IX of the Higher Education Amendments of 1972. Inquiries—including the filing of a Formal Complaint or reporting an incident—about the application of Title IX may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, who can be reached by phone at (915) 747-8358, by email at titleix@utep.edu, or by mail at 500 W. University Ave., El Paso, TX, Kelly Hall, Room 312.
For accommodation information for employees and applicants with disabilities, please contact UTEP's Equal Opportunity Office at eoaa@utep.edu.
To the extent that this position involves research, work, or access to critical infrastructure as referenced in Executive Order GA-48, being hired for and continuing to be employed in this position requires the ability to maintain the security or integrity of the infrastructure.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding J-1 Visa Sponsorship in Engineering
Document your engineering degree field precisely
Your DS-2019 training plan must align your degree discipline with the specific engineering subfield of your U.S. placement. A mechanical engineering degree won't support a software engineering training plan without documented justification from your designated sponsor.
Distinguish Intern from Trainee eligibility before applying
Intern status requires current enrollment in a degree program, while Trainee status requires a foreign degree plus at least one year of related work experience. Applying to roles that list the wrong category wastes both your time and the host employer's.
Search Migrate Mate for host employers with J-1 experience
Not every engineering employer understands the DS-2019 process or the host's obligations under federal regulations. Migrate Mate filters roles by J-1 sponsorship alignment so you can target employers already familiar with the exchange visitor program.
Verify the host employer's E-Verify enrollment before accepting
Federal regulations require host organizations to enroll in E-Verify before placing J-1 exchange visitors. Confirm enrollment status directly with the employer during the offer stage, since your designated sponsor will check this before issuing your DS-2019.
Request the training plan template from your designated sponsor early
The DS-7002 training plan must specify your engineering objectives, supervision structure, and skill benchmarks by phase. Getting the template before you finalize your offer lets you co-develop it with the host employer, which reduces back-and-forth delays at the DS-2019 stage.
Check whether your engineering discipline triggers the two-year rule
J-1 exchange visitors funded by their home government or working in fields on the Exchange Visitor Skills List may face a two-year home residency requirement. USCIS tracks this condition on your visa, and it affects future H-1B visa or green card eligibility.
Engineering J-1 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Which J-1 program category covers engineering positions?
It depends on your status. Current engineering students doing a structured placement use the Intern category. Professionals who have completed a foreign degree and have at least one year of relevant engineering experience use the Trainee category. Research-focused engineers at universities or institutes typically qualify as Research Scholars. The host employer and your designated sponsor jointly determine which category fits your specific situation.
Who actually sponsors my J-1 visa for an engineering role?
The visa sponsor is a U.S. Department of State-designated organization, not your engineering employer. Organizations such as AIPT or Cultural Vistas issue the DS-2019, approve your training plan, and monitor compliance throughout your program. The engineering company where you work is the host employer. These are two separate entities with distinct legal roles, and confusing them during your job search will slow down your placement.
How do I find engineering host employers that are set up for J-1 placements?
Start your search on Migrate Mate, which surfaces U.S. engineering roles with J-1 sponsorship alignment. Because the J-1 requires host employers to understand DS-2019 obligations, E-Verify enrollment, and training plan requirements, targeting employers already familiar with the program saves significant time. General job boards rarely tag postings with the detail needed to assess J-1 compatibility.
Does the two-year home residency requirement apply to engineering roles?
It can. The two-year home residency requirement applies if your J-1 is funded by your home country's government, if you're a national of a country that lists your engineering field on the Exchange Visitor Skills List, or if your program is graduate medical education. If the requirement applies, you cannot change to H-1B or most immigrant visa categories until you fulfill it or obtain a waiver from USCIS.
What does the DS-7002 training plan need to include for an engineering placement?
The DS-7002 must outline your engineering learning objectives in phases, identify the supervising engineer by name and title, specify the skills and technologies you'll work with in each phase, and describe how the training builds on your prior education or experience. Your designated sponsor reviews and co-signs the plan before issuing the DS-2019. Vague or generic training plans are a common reason sponsors request revisions, which delays your start date.