J-1 Visa Manufacturing Associate Jobs
Manufacturing Associate positions in the U.S. are accessible to exchange visitors through the J-1 Trainee or Intern program categories, both requiring sponsorship from a U.S. Department of State-designated organization. Roles typically involve hands-on production, quality control, and process improvement work tied to your field of study or prior training.
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Evident’s Inspection Technologies division is now a part of Wabtec Corporation.
Job Description
The Transducer Manufacturing Engineering Co-op will assist the Transducer Production Engineering department with design, testing, and documentation. The Co-op will be a member of a multi-disciplinary team comprised of manufacturing, electromechanical, and acoustic engineers. Projects will include fixture development, process optimization and engineering changes.
As a co-op working with our Transducer PENG team, you will be empowered and encouraged to be hands-on. You will contribute to our mission by working with the Production Engineering, Quality and Product Management teams. A typical day for you will include:
- Designing, machining/purchasing, and implementing fixtures into production environment.
- Reading and understanding mechanical drawings and simple electrical diagrams.
- Creating and updating process documentation with exposure to the engineering change process (PLM).
- Collecting and analyzing of manufacturing data using Excel, Power BI and internal software tools.
- Conducting process audits and time studies, proposing improvements based on Lean Manufacturing principles.
- Evaluating ergonomics and safety within the Manufacturing operations.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Currently pursuing BS degree in Mechanical, Industrial, Manufacturing, or other Engineering discipline.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and rapidly changing environment.
- Ability to take the initiative and be hands-on.
- Ability to work in teams and collaborate effectively with people in different functions.
- Strong time management skills that enable on-time project delivery.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Experience with 3D CAD programs is a plus.
Many Evident positions are located at export-control-restricted work locations or require access to export-controlled information. To be considered for these positions, you must be a U.S. Persons. If hired, you must be able to provide valid proof of such status.
Pay rate: $25.00 per hour, depending on experience.
Additional Information
Our job titles may span more than one career level. The pay rate for this role is currently $25 per hour. The actual salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors, such as: training, transferable skills, work experience, education, business needs, market demands and work location. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. More information on offered benefits, which include health, welfare, and retirement, are available at mywabtecbenefits.com. Other benefit offerings for this role may include annual bonus, if eligible.
What could you accomplish in a place that puts People First?
At Wabtec, it’s not just about a job - it’s about the impact you make. When our people come together, we’re Expanding the Possible by continuously improving what we do and how we do it - for our clients and each other.
If you’re ready to revolutionize how the world moves for future generations, Wabtec is the place for you.
Who are we?
Wabtec is a leading global provider of equipment, systems, digital solutions, and value-added services for the freight and transit rail sectors. Drawing on more than 150 years of experience, we are leading the way in safety, efficiency, reliability, innovation, and productivity. Whether it’s freight, transit, ports, logistics, mining, industrial, or marine, our expertise, technologies, and people together – are accelerating the future of transportation. With roots that date back to George Westinghouse, Thomas Edison, and Louis Faiveley, Wabtec has always built technologies and implemented solutions for a variety of sectors that are critical to meeting the needs of customers and governments alike.
Our global team of about 30,000 employees worldwide delivers performance that moves the world forward. We’re lifelong learners, obsessed with better.
Culture powers us and the possibilities.
We believe the best ideas come from a mix of experiences and backgrounds. At Wabtec, we strive every day to create a place where everyone belongs. We’re building a culture where leadership, inclusion and your unique perspective fuel progress.
We’re proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome talent of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities, including race, gender, age, disability, veteran status and more.
Need accommodation? Just let us know - we’ve got you.
Company Description
Evident’s Inspection Technologies division is now a part of Wabtec Corporation.
Job Description
The Transducer Manufacturing Engineering Co-op will assist the Transducer Production Engineering department with design, testing, and documentation. The Co-op will be a member of a multi-disciplinary team comprised of manufacturing, electromechanical, and acoustic engineers. Projects will include fixture development, process optimization and engineering changes.
As a co-op working with our Transducer PENG team, you will be empowered and encouraged to be hands-on. You will contribute to our mission by working with the Production Engineering, Quality and Product Management teams. A typical day for you will include:
- Designing, machining/purchasing, and implementing fixtures into production environment.
- Reading and understanding mechanical drawings and simple electrical diagrams.
- Creating and updating process documentation with exposure to the engineering change process (PLM).
- Collecting and analyzing of manufacturing data using Excel, Power BI and internal software tools.
- Conducting process audits and time studies, proposing improvements based on Lean Manufacturing principles.
- Evaluating ergonomics and safety within the Manufacturing operations.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Currently pursuing BS degree in Mechanical, Industrial, Manufacturing, or other Engineering discipline.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and rapidly changing environment.
- Ability to take the initiative and be hands-on.
- Ability to work in teams and collaborate effectively with people in different functions.
- Strong time management skills that enable on-time project delivery.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Experience with 3D CAD programs is a plus.
Many Evident positions are located at export-control-restricted work locations or require access to export-controlled information. To be considered for these positions, you must be a U.S. Persons. If hired, you must be able to provide valid proof of such status.
Pay rate: $25.00 per hour, depending on experience.
Additional Information
Our job titles may span more than one career level. The pay rate for this role is currently $25 per hour. The actual salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors, such as: training, transferable skills, work experience, education, business needs, market demands and work location. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. More information on offered benefits, which include health, welfare, and retirement, are available at mywabtecbenefits.com. Other benefit offerings for this role may include annual bonus, if eligible.
What could you accomplish in a place that puts People First?
At Wabtec, it’s not just about a job - it’s about the impact you make. When our people come together, we’re Expanding the Possible by continuously improving what we do and how we do it - for our clients and each other.
If you’re ready to revolutionize how the world moves for future generations, Wabtec is the place for you.
Who are we?
Wabtec is a leading global provider of equipment, systems, digital solutions, and value-added services for the freight and transit rail sectors. Drawing on more than 150 years of experience, we are leading the way in safety, efficiency, reliability, innovation, and productivity. Whether it’s freight, transit, ports, logistics, mining, industrial, or marine, our expertise, technologies, and people together – are accelerating the future of transportation. With roots that date back to George Westinghouse, Thomas Edison, and Louis Faiveley, Wabtec has always built technologies and implemented solutions for a variety of sectors that are critical to meeting the needs of customers and governments alike.
Our global team of about 30,000 employees worldwide delivers performance that moves the world forward. We’re lifelong learners, obsessed with better.
Culture powers us and the possibilities.
We believe the best ideas come from a mix of experiences and backgrounds. At Wabtec, we strive every day to create a place where everyone belongs. We’re building a culture where leadership, inclusion and your unique perspective fuel progress.
We’re proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome talent of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities, including race, gender, age, disability, veteran status and more.
Need accommodation? Just let us know - we’ve got you.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding J-1 Visa Sponsorship as a Manufacturing Associate
Translate your training plan into manufacturing terms
Your DS-2019 requires a structured Training Plan linking each phase of work to your home-country education or experience. Document specific manufacturing competencies you'll develop, such as lean production methods, equipment operation, or quality assurance protocols, so the designated sponsor can validate the program.
Confirm the host employer runs E-Verify
Many manufacturing facilities are federal contractors required to use E-Verify for employment eligibility. Before accepting an offer, ask HR whether the facility is enrolled, since your J-1 work authorization must be verified through the same system as any other work-authorized employee.
Search for J-1-aligned manufacturing roles on Migrate Mate
Use Migrate Mate to filter for manufacturing employers that have hosted exchange visitors or hold active training agreements. This narrows your search to facilities already familiar with DS-2019 requirements, reducing the time spent educating HR about the program from scratch.
Clarify the 2-year home residency requirement early
Trainee and Intern categories sometimes trigger a two-year home-country residency requirement if your home government funded your exchange or if your skills appear on the Exchange Visitor Skills List. Verify your status with your designated sponsor before signing an offer, since this affects H-1B eligibility later.
Match your J-1 category to your career stage
Use the Intern category if you're currently enrolled in or recently completed a post-secondary degree program. The Trainee category applies if you have at least one year of prior relevant work experience outside a degree. Mixing up these categories is the most common reason host employers receive rejected Training Plans.
Benchmark wages against OFLC Wage Search before negotiating
Your designated sponsor's Training Plan must confirm the host employer pays exchange-visitor-appropriate wages. Cross-referencing the offered rate against OFLC Wage Search for your occupation and location gives you a defensible number to present to HR before the plan is submitted to the sponsor.
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Find Manufacturing Associate JobsManufacturing Associate J-1 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Which J-1 program category fits a Manufacturing Associate role?
Most Manufacturing Associate positions fall under the J-1 Trainee category if you have at least one year of relevant work experience outside a degree program, or the Intern category if you're a current student or recent graduate. The designated sponsor, not the employer, determines which category applies based on your background and the training objectives outlined in the DS-2019 Training Plan.
Who actually sponsors my J-1 visa as a Manufacturing Associate?
The visa sponsor is a U.S. Department of State-designated organization, such as Cultural Vistas or AIPT, that issues your DS-2019 and monitors program compliance. The manufacturing facility where you work is the host employer, not the sponsor. The host employer cannot issue a DS-2019 itself, so you need a designated sponsor to administer the exchange program on your behalf.
How do I find manufacturing employers open to hosting J-1 exchange visitors?
Migrate Mate lets you search specifically for U.S. employers and roles that align with J-1 sponsorship, which is especially useful in manufacturing where many facilities have never hosted exchange visitors and don't advertise that openness. Narrowing your search this way saves significant time compared to cold-approaching HR departments unfamiliar with Training Plan requirements.
Can I work on the production floor or only in an office during a J-1 placement?
Yes, hands-on production floor work is permitted under the J-1 Trainee and Intern categories as long as the tasks directly correspond to the training objectives in your DS-2019. The key requirement is that the placement is structured as a learning experience, not routine labor. Your Training Plan should describe each rotation or task in terms of the skills you're developing, not just the duties performed.
Does the 2-year home residency requirement apply to manufacturing J-1 roles?
It depends on two factors: whether your home government financed your exchange in any way, and whether your occupation appears on the Exchange Visitor Skills List maintained by the State Department. Manufacturing and production-related occupations sometimes appear on that list for certain countries. Your designated sponsor is required to inform you before your DS-2019 is issued if the requirement applies, but you should ask explicitly rather than waiting for them to raise it.
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