J-1 Visa Industrial Electrician Jobs
Industrial Electrician roles in the United States are available to exchange visitors through the J-1 visa Trainee or Intern program categories, depending on your career stage. A U.S. Department of State-designated sponsor organization issues your DS-2019 and provides sponsorship, while your host employer oversees your day-to-day training in electrical systems, industrial controls, and facility maintenance.
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Industrial Electrical Engineering Co-Op
Location
Country: United States
About us
BorgWarner is a global product leader in delivering innovative and sustainable mobility solutions. We are a company of innovators and independent thinkers that brings together talented employees, meaningful work and amazing technology in a unique environment. At BorgWarner, we constantly work towards our vision of a clean and energy-efficient world.
Our Culture
BorgWarner promotes and nurtures a diverse and inclusive environment, honors integrity, strives for excellence, commits to responsibility for our communities and the environment, and builds on the power of collaboration. We believe the health and safety of our employees are a top priority.
Career Opportunities
We manage talent as seriously as we manage our businesses and encourage you to learn about our proud history, strong culture, technologies, and vision for the future. We offer positions locally and globally with over 80 locations in 19 countries.
If this position energizes you and you feel you can help us achieve our mission and vision, you are invited to submit an application for consideration.
You may see the list of requirements and feel you do not meet all of them. However, remember that BorgWarner thinks differently. If your qualifications align with the majority of those outlined in this job description, we encourage you to apply and share your experience and skills with us.
Job Purpose
As an Electrical Engineering Intern, you will assist in the design, component selection, and documentation of industrial electrical control panels. This includes ensuring all designs meet rigorous safety standards and are optimized for both performance and manufacturability. You will work with Product Development and Manufacturing Engineering to optimize the build, troubleshooting, programming of smart devices and verify function of the electrical system as part of industrial power generation.
Key Responsibilities
- Component Selection & Specification: Research and select industrial components including circuit breakers, power supplies (AC/DC), disconnect switches, and relays based on load requirements and environmental factors.
- Panel Layout & Wire Routing: Assist in developing spatial layouts for enclosures to ensure proper heat dissipation and logical wire duct routing.
- Schematic Development: Update and maintain electrical schematics, ensuring accurate representation of terminal blocks, I/O mapping, and power distribution.
- Safety & Compliance: Apply UL 508A and NFPA 70 (NEC) standards to designs, focusing on Short Circuit Current Ratings (SCCR) and proper grounding.
- Labeling & Documentation: Create comprehensive wire tagging schedules and panel faceplate labeling to ensure ease of maintenance and operator safety.
- Prototyping & Testing: Support the shop floor during the assembly phase to troubleshoot routing issues and perform initial power-up testing.
What we are looking for
- Education: Currently enrolled in a B.S. or M.S. program in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related technical field.
- Technical Skills: Basic understanding of Ohm’s Law and 3-phase power systems.
- Familiarity with CAD software (AutoCAD Electrical, SolidWorks Electrical, or EPLAN).
- Knowledge of common industrial control components (PLCs, VFDs, contactors).
- Soft Skills: High attention to detail, strong technical writing abilities, and a "safety-first" mindset.
Physical and Environmental Requirements:
- Ability to work in both an office environment and a production/lab setting.
- Occasional use of hand tools for prototyping (wire strippers, crimpers, multimeters).
What we offer
You won't just be "shadowing"—you will be contributing to live projects that power heavy industrial systems. This Co-Op offers a deep dive into the bridge between theoretical circuit design and rugged, real-world application.
Join the company that is creating solutions that support a cleaner, more energy-efficient world.
Internal Use Only: Indirect Hourly
Global Terms of Use and Privacy Statement
Carefully read the BorgWarner Privacy Policy before using this website. Your ability to access and use this website and apply for a job at BorgWarner are conditioned on your acceptance and compliance with these terms.
Please access the linked document by clicking here, select the geographical area where you are applying for employment, and review. Before submitting your application you will be asked to confirm your agreement with the terms.
Career Scam Disclaimer: BorgWarner makes no representations or guarantees regarding employment opportunities listed on any third-party website. To protect against career scams, job applicants should take the necessary precautions when interviewing for and accepting employment positions allegedly offered by BorgWarner. Applicants should never provide their national ID numbers, birth dates, credit card numbers, bank account information or other private information when communicating with prospective employers or responding to employment opportunities online. Job applicants are invited to contact BorgWarner through BorgWarner’s website to verify the authenticity of any employment opportunities.
Position
Industrial Electrical Engineering Co-Op
Location
Country: United States
About us
BorgWarner is a global product leader in delivering innovative and sustainable mobility solutions. We are a company of innovators and independent thinkers that brings together talented employees, meaningful work and amazing technology in a unique environment. At BorgWarner, we constantly work towards our vision of a clean and energy-efficient world.
Our Culture
BorgWarner promotes and nurtures a diverse and inclusive environment, honors integrity, strives for excellence, commits to responsibility for our communities and the environment, and builds on the power of collaboration. We believe the health and safety of our employees are a top priority.
Career Opportunities
We manage talent as seriously as we manage our businesses and encourage you to learn about our proud history, strong culture, technologies, and vision for the future. We offer positions locally and globally with over 80 locations in 19 countries.
If this position energizes you and you feel you can help us achieve our mission and vision, you are invited to submit an application for consideration.
You may see the list of requirements and feel you do not meet all of them. However, remember that BorgWarner thinks differently. If your qualifications align with the majority of those outlined in this job description, we encourage you to apply and share your experience and skills with us.
Job Purpose
As an Electrical Engineering Intern, you will assist in the design, component selection, and documentation of industrial electrical control panels. This includes ensuring all designs meet rigorous safety standards and are optimized for both performance and manufacturability. You will work with Product Development and Manufacturing Engineering to optimize the build, troubleshooting, programming of smart devices and verify function of the electrical system as part of industrial power generation.
Key Responsibilities
- Component Selection & Specification: Research and select industrial components including circuit breakers, power supplies (AC/DC), disconnect switches, and relays based on load requirements and environmental factors.
- Panel Layout & Wire Routing: Assist in developing spatial layouts for enclosures to ensure proper heat dissipation and logical wire duct routing.
- Schematic Development: Update and maintain electrical schematics, ensuring accurate representation of terminal blocks, I/O mapping, and power distribution.
- Safety & Compliance: Apply UL 508A and NFPA 70 (NEC) standards to designs, focusing on Short Circuit Current Ratings (SCCR) and proper grounding.
- Labeling & Documentation: Create comprehensive wire tagging schedules and panel faceplate labeling to ensure ease of maintenance and operator safety.
- Prototyping & Testing: Support the shop floor during the assembly phase to troubleshoot routing issues and perform initial power-up testing.
What we are looking for
- Education: Currently enrolled in a B.S. or M.S. program in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related technical field.
- Technical Skills: Basic understanding of Ohm’s Law and 3-phase power systems.
- Familiarity with CAD software (AutoCAD Electrical, SolidWorks Electrical, or EPLAN).
- Knowledge of common industrial control components (PLCs, VFDs, contactors).
- Soft Skills: High attention to detail, strong technical writing abilities, and a "safety-first" mindset.
Physical and Environmental Requirements:
- Ability to work in both an office environment and a production/lab setting.
- Occasional use of hand tools for prototyping (wire strippers, crimpers, multimeters).
What we offer
You won't just be "shadowing"—you will be contributing to live projects that power heavy industrial systems. This Co-Op offers a deep dive into the bridge between theoretical circuit design and rugged, real-world application.
Join the company that is creating solutions that support a cleaner, more energy-efficient world.
Internal Use Only: Indirect Hourly
Global Terms of Use and Privacy Statement
Carefully read the BorgWarner Privacy Policy before using this website. Your ability to access and use this website and apply for a job at BorgWarner are conditioned on your acceptance and compliance with these terms.
Please access the linked document by clicking here, select the geographical area where you are applying for employment, and review. Before submitting your application you will be asked to confirm your agreement with the terms.
Career Scam Disclaimer: BorgWarner makes no representations or guarantees regarding employment opportunities listed on any third-party website. To protect against career scams, job applicants should take the necessary precautions when interviewing for and accepting employment positions allegedly offered by BorgWarner. Applicants should never provide their national ID numbers, birth dates, credit card numbers, bank account information or other private information when communicating with prospective employers or responding to employment opportunities online. Job applicants are invited to contact BorgWarner through BorgWarner’s website to verify the authenticity of any employment opportunities.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding J-1 Visa Sponsorship in Industrial Electrician
Document your electrical credentials before applying
Gather trade certifications, apprenticeship completion records, and any national licensing equivalents from your home country. J-1 Trainee program applications require proof of at least one year of post-secondary electrical training or equivalent work experience outside the U.S.
Target host employers with structured training programs
Industrial facilities, manufacturing plants, and utilities that already use J-1 Trainees are far more likely to have a compliant Training Plan on file. Search Migrate Mate to find U.S. employers in electrical and industrial sectors that align with J-1 sponsorship requirements.
Verify your role classification against O*NET
Your host employer's Training Plan must map your duties to a recognized occupation. Cross-reference the Industrial Electrician profile on O*NET before signing any offer letter to confirm the task descriptions match what you'll actually do on site.
Confirm the designated sponsor before accepting any offer
Your host employer is not your visa sponsor. Before committing to a position, verify that a U.S. Department of State-designated sponsor organization, such as Cultural Vistas or AIPT, has agreed to issue your DS-2019 and administer your program.
Check whether your category carries a home residency requirement
Some J-1 participants are subject to a two-year home-country physical presence requirement after their program ends, which affects future U.S. visa eligibility. Electricians sponsored under government-funded or skills-shortage designations are more likely to be subject to this rule.
Align your Training Plan with actual on-site electrical work
USCIS and your designated sponsor will scrutinize whether your Training Plan reflects genuine skill development rather than routine production labor. Specify phases covering PLC programming, conduit installation, motor controls, and safety compliance to demonstrate progressive learning.
Industrial Electrician J-1 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Which J-1 program category applies to Industrial Electrician roles?
It depends on your career stage. If you're currently enrolled in a post-secondary electrical or engineering program, the Intern category applies. If you've already completed your degree or formal apprenticeship and have at least one year of professional experience, you qualify for the Trainee category. Most working electricians seeking U.S. industrial placements use the Trainee category, which allows programs up to 18 months.
Who actually sponsors my J-1 visa as an Industrial Electrician?
Your J-1 visa sponsor is a U.S. Department of State-designated organization, not your host employer. Organizations like Cultural Vistas or AIPT issue your DS-2019, review your Training Plan, and monitor program compliance. Your host employer, such as a manufacturing facility or industrial contractor, provides the physical work environment and supervises your training but does not hold sponsor status under federal regulations.
How do I find U.S. employers willing to host J-1 Industrial Electricians?
Most industrial employers aren't advertising J-1 placements openly, so a targeted search is more effective than general job boards. Migrate Mate lets you filter for U.S. companies and roles in electrical and industrial trades that align with J-1 sponsorship, helping you identify host employers before reaching out directly with your credentials and Training Plan proposal.
Can I do hands-on electrical work on a J-1 visa or is it limited to observation?
Hands-on work is permitted and expected, but it must be structured as training rather than routine production labor. Your Training Plan should document skill-building phases, such as wiring, panel installation, PLC diagnostics, and safety systems, with clear progression benchmarks. J-1 regulations prohibit using exchange visitors to fill regular staff vacancies, so your duties must remain oriented toward learning outcomes rather than filling a headcount gap.
Does the two-year home residency requirement apply to J-1 Industrial Electricians?
It can. The two-year home-country physical presence requirement is triggered when your J-1 program is funded by a government, your home country has designated your occupation as a skills shortage, or your sponsoring agency's program falls under certain exchange agreements. Industrial Electrician is classified as a skilled trade, and some countries list it under skills-shortage designations. Confirm with your designated sponsor whether your specific situation is subject to this requirement before accepting a placement.