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Engineering Manager roles in the U.S. are accessible to international professionals through the J-1 visa, typically under the Trainee or Specialist program category. Securing sponsorship requires a U.S. Department of State-designated sponsor organization to issue your DS-2019, separate from your host employer's offer.
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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 as an Engineering Manager
Document your engineering leadership credentials precisely
Your DS-2019 training plan must map your Engineering Manager competencies to specific U.S. objectives. Gather performance reviews, org charts showing direct reports, and project scopes that demonstrate you managed teams, budgets, and technical delivery.
Identify host employers with international exchange experience
Target mid-to-large engineering firms that have hosted J-1 visa Trainees or Specialists before. Companies with existing DOL compliance infrastructure and HR teams familiar with training plan requirements move far faster through the DS-2019 process than first-time hosts.
Search verified J-1 roles on Migrate Mate
Use Migrate Mate to filter Engineering Manager positions by employers who have demonstrated openness to international exchange visitors. Targeting roles already aligned with J-1 sponsorship pathways saves significant time compared to cold outreach.
Clarify the two-year home residency rule early
Engineering Managers from countries with skills-shortage designations or government-funded exchange programs often face the two-year home residency requirement. Confirm your eligibility for a 212(e) waiver before accepting a host offer, since this affects future H-1B visa or green card pathways.
Align your training plan with the O*NET profile
Your designated sponsor will scrutinize whether your proposed U.S. activities match recognized Engineering Manager duties. Cross-referencing your training objectives against the O*NET occupation profile strengthens your DS-2019 application and reduces sponsor revision requests.
Confirm host employer 32-hour work week compliance
DOL regulations require J-1 Trainees and Specialists to work full-time hours with the host organization. Verify that your offer letter specifies at least 32 hours per week on-site or in a structured program, since part-time or consulting arrangements can void DS-2019 eligibility.
Engineering Manager J-1 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Which J-1 program category applies to Engineering Manager roles?
Most Engineering Managers qualify under the Trainee or Specialist category. Trainee applies if you've completed your degree within the past 12 months or have fewer than five years of post-degree experience. Specialist applies to seasoned professionals with expertise in a specific field not widely available in the U.S. Your designated sponsor determines the correct category based on your background.
Who actually sponsors my J-1 visa as an Engineering Manager?
The visa sponsor is a U.S. Department of State-designated organization, not your hiring employer. Organizations like Cultural Vistas, IIE, or AIPT issue your DS-2019 and remain legally responsible for your program compliance. Your host employer provides the job offer, training plan, and workplace but holds no formal sponsorship role in the J-1 framework.
How do I find Engineering Manager roles open to J-1 exchange visitors?
Most standard job boards don't filter for J-1 host employers specifically. Migrate Mate lets you search Engineering Manager positions with employers who have demonstrated alignment with international exchange visitor programs, so you're not spending time on roles where J-1 sponsorship isn't a realistic option from the start.
Can the two-year home residency requirement affect my engineering career path in the U.S.?
Yes, significantly. If you're subject to the two-year home residency requirement under INA 212(e), you cannot change to H-1B or permanent resident status until you fulfill it or obtain a waiver. Engineering Managers planning long-term U.S. careers should assess 212(e) exposure before accepting a J-1 host offer, since waiver processing can take 12 to 18 months.
What should an Engineering Manager's J-1 training plan include?
Your training plan, structured on the DS-7002 form, must detail specific U.S. learning objectives tied to engineering management competencies you can't acquire at home. Concrete deliverables work better than vague goals: think cross-functional team leadership frameworks, U.S. project delivery methodologies, or exposure to American regulatory and compliance environments relevant to your engineering discipline.