J-1 Visa Engineering Technician Jobs
Engineering Technician roles in the U.S. are accessible through J-1 visa sponsorship under the Trainee or Intern category, depending on your career stage. A State Department-designated sponsor organization issues your DS-2019 and oversees your training plan while your host employer provides the hands-on technical experience.
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Cadwell Industries began with the design of the world’s first microprocessor-controlled EMG instrument, and now offers neurodiagnostic and electrodiagnostic (EDX) medical equipment, and supplies and accessories for EMG, EEG, IONM, and PSG. Cadwell is proud to design, source, manufacture and support our American-made neurodiagnostic solutions. Today, we employ more than 110 people at our Kennewick headquarters, who contribute to research, hardware and software design, assembly, marketing, distribution, sales support, and customer support. We also have a network of sales and support representatives in the USA, and a growing international team based in China, Singapore, and the Netherlands.
The Service Engineering Technician Intern supports the Technical Service Department through equipment repair, administrative support, and basic troubleshooting. Will work closely with technical and non-technical team members on a variety of tasks that facilitate development as an Electronics Engineer or related field.
The Intern position is a hands-on role. Regular tasks, assistance, projects, and special assignments may be part of your work experience.
Key Duties / Responsibilities:
- Test, troubleshoot, and repair various non-conforming electronic assemblies, devices, and components, completing work in a timely manner, with direction and support from the Service Department Lead
- Provide general support to the Service team with administrative and other tasks as assigned
- Maintain work area, tools, and equipment in a clean and orderly condition, and follow prescribed safety procedures and regulations
- Complete required documentation and paperwork
- Perform other duties as requested, directed, or assigned
Education / Experience:
- Current pursuit of Associate or Bachelor’s degree in electronics or related field required
- Relevant previous experience either in class lab environment, home hobby, or work environment required
Job Knowledge / Requirements:
- Basic electronics skills including: disassemble/reassemble basic hardware components; solder basic PCB components; and use of oscilloscope, power supply, and volt meter
- Basic understanding of PC hardware/software
- Reliably complete assigned tasks with limited supervision, and demonstrate learning and building on previous instruction and experiences
- Competency in computer skills: MS Office and Google applications, query tools, and database systems and applications
- Strong English written and oral communication skills required; including reading, explaining, documenting, and following instructions, forms, and processes, and participating in team/project discussions and presentations
- Complete work both independently and as an effective member of the team, adapting to changing requirements, deadlines, and priorities as needed
- Critical success criteria include attention to detail, organized approach to work, effective time management, problem solving, follow-through, and meeting quality and productivity standards
Physical Requirements / Working Conditions:
- Positions working with Cadwell equipment generally may require some reaching, bending, stooping, squatting, crawling, kneeling, pushing, pulling, lifting and carrying up to 50 pounds, finger dexterity, repetitive motions, standing, walking, sitting, hearing, visual acuity, color vision, and 2-way written/verbal communication. More specific details may be provided as needed or requested.
- Use of computer and various hand and electronic tools
Cadwell Industries, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and as such affirms the right of every person to participate in all aspects of employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic. If you are interested in applying for employment and need special assistance or an accommodation to apply for a posted position, contact our Human Resources Department at careers@cadwell.com.
Salary Range
- $20—$21 USD
Position Summary:
Cadwell Industries began with the design of the world’s first microprocessor-controlled EMG instrument, and now offers neurodiagnostic and electrodiagnostic (EDX) medical equipment, and supplies and accessories for EMG, EEG, IONM, and PSG. Cadwell is proud to design, source, manufacture and support our American-made neurodiagnostic solutions. Today, we employ more than 110 people at our Kennewick headquarters, who contribute to research, hardware and software design, assembly, marketing, distribution, sales support, and customer support. We also have a network of sales and support representatives in the USA, and a growing international team based in China, Singapore, and the Netherlands.
The Service Engineering Technician Intern supports the Technical Service Department through equipment repair, administrative support, and basic troubleshooting. Will work closely with technical and non-technical team members on a variety of tasks that facilitate development as an Electronics Engineer or related field.
The Intern position is a hands-on role. Regular tasks, assistance, projects, and special assignments may be part of your work experience.
Key Duties / Responsibilities:
- Test, troubleshoot, and repair various non-conforming electronic assemblies, devices, and components, completing work in a timely manner, with direction and support from the Service Department Lead
- Provide general support to the Service team with administrative and other tasks as assigned
- Maintain work area, tools, and equipment in a clean and orderly condition, and follow prescribed safety procedures and regulations
- Complete required documentation and paperwork
- Perform other duties as requested, directed, or assigned
Education / Experience:
- Current pursuit of Associate or Bachelor’s degree in electronics or related field required
- Relevant previous experience either in class lab environment, home hobby, or work environment required
Job Knowledge / Requirements:
- Basic electronics skills including: disassemble/reassemble basic hardware components; solder basic PCB components; and use of oscilloscope, power supply, and volt meter
- Basic understanding of PC hardware/software
- Reliably complete assigned tasks with limited supervision, and demonstrate learning and building on previous instruction and experiences
- Competency in computer skills: MS Office and Google applications, query tools, and database systems and applications
- Strong English written and oral communication skills required; including reading, explaining, documenting, and following instructions, forms, and processes, and participating in team/project discussions and presentations
- Complete work both independently and as an effective member of the team, adapting to changing requirements, deadlines, and priorities as needed
- Critical success criteria include attention to detail, organized approach to work, effective time management, problem solving, follow-through, and meeting quality and productivity standards
Physical Requirements / Working Conditions:
- Positions working with Cadwell equipment generally may require some reaching, bending, stooping, squatting, crawling, kneeling, pushing, pulling, lifting and carrying up to 50 pounds, finger dexterity, repetitive motions, standing, walking, sitting, hearing, visual acuity, color vision, and 2-way written/verbal communication. More specific details may be provided as needed or requested.
- Use of computer and various hand and electronic tools
Cadwell Industries, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and as such affirms the right of every person to participate in all aspects of employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic. If you are interested in applying for employment and need special assistance or an accommodation to apply for a posted position, contact our Human Resources Department at careers@cadwell.com.
Salary Range
- $20—$21 USD
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding J-1 Visa Sponsorship as an Engineering Technician
Document your technical training plan early
Designated sponsors require a detailed Training/Internship Placement Plan (Form DS-7002) before issuing your DS-2019. Map your engineering technician tasks to measurable learning objectives by phase, covering equipment, software, and lab procedures you'll train on.
Verify your program category matches your career stage
If you're currently enrolled in a technical degree program, the Intern category applies. If you've graduated within the past 12 months and have relevant work experience, the Trainee category is the correct fit. Mixing these up delays sponsor approval.
Target host employers with existing J-1 infrastructure
Search Migrate Mate to find U.S. employers who have hosted J-1 visa exchange visitors in engineering or technical roles. Hosts already familiar with DS-2019 requirements and training plan obligations move through onboarding significantly faster.
Confirm the host employer's OFLC wage compliance
Your host must pay the prevailing wage for your occupational classification. Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up the wage level for Engineering Technicians in the host employer's metropolitan area before accepting any offer.
Ask about the two-year home residency requirement upfront
Some J-1 Engineering Technician placements trigger the two-year home residency requirement under INA Section 212(e), particularly if your training is government-funded. Clarify this with your designated sponsor before signing any host agreement.
Align your credentials with O*NET before applying
Your degree field and prior work history must credibly connect to the Engineering Technician occupation. Review the O*NET profile for your specific technician specialization, electrical, mechanical, or industrial, so your resume and DS-7002 reflect the same core competencies.
Engineering Technician J-1 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Which J-1 program category applies to Engineering Technician roles?
It depends on where you are in your career. If you're currently enrolled in an engineering or technical degree program, you'd apply under the Intern category. If you've completed your degree or technical training and have at least one year of relevant work experience, the Trainee category is the correct fit. Your designated sponsor organization confirms which category applies based on your specific background.
Who actually sponsors the J-1 visa for Engineering Technician positions?
The J-1 visa sponsor is a U.S. Department of State-designated organization, not your workplace. Organizations like AIPT or Cultural Vistas issue the DS-2019 form, approve your training plan, and monitor your program compliance. The engineering firm or technical facility where you work is the host employer, not the visa sponsor. These are two separate entities with different legal responsibilities.
How do I find U.S. engineering employers willing to host J-1 exchange visitors?
Search Migrate Mate to identify U.S. employers in engineering and manufacturing sectors that have experience hosting international exchange visitors. Host employers who already understand the DS-7002 training plan process and prevailing wage requirements are far easier to work with than first-time hosts who need extensive sponsor orientation before onboarding can begin.
What is the DS-7002 and why does it matter for Engineering Technicians?
The DS-7002 is the Training/Internship Placement Plan that you and your host employer complete together before your designated sponsor can issue a DS-2019. For engineering technicians, it must specify the equipment, software systems, and technical procedures you'll train on, broken down into phases with measurable objectives. Vague or generic training plans are a common reason sponsors reject or delay applications.
Does the J-1 visa for Engineering Technician roles carry the two-year home residency requirement?
It can. The two-year home residency requirement under INA Section 212(e) applies if your exchange program is financed by your home country's government or the U.S. government, or if your skill is on the Exchange Visitor Skills List for your home country. Your designated sponsor is required to note this on your DS-2019 if it applies, and it affects your ability to change to certain other visa categories later.