J-1 Visa Process Engineer Jobs
Process Engineer roles in the U.S. are accessible to international candidates through the J-1 visa Trainee or Intern program categories, which require a U.S. Department of State-designated sponsor organization to issue your DS-2019. Finding a host employer willing to structure the engagement for J-1 sponsorship is the central challenge, and it starts with knowing where to look.
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Blair Rubber Co. is the manufacturer of and worldwide supplier of roofing membranes and ancillary products, and rubber linings which protect vessels and equipment from corrosion and abrasion in the harshest chemical environments. We deliver the shortest lead times in the industry and utilize the highest equipment technology to support our process.
Job Description
Mechanical Process Engineer Co-Op
Location: Seville, OH
Type: Full Time Co-Op / Paid Intern
Department: Plant Operations
Must be local to Ohio State
Relocation Assistance not available
Blair Rubber Co. is the manufacturer of and worldwide supplier of roofing membranes and ancillary products, and rubber linings which protect vessels and equipment from corrosion and abrasion in the harshest chemical environments. We deliver the shortest lead times in the industry and utilize the highest equipment technology to support our process.
Check out our introduction video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fY30wHvhmqI&t
WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?
- Competitive Wage ($24.00-$26.00 per Hour)
- Hands-on experience with an industry leader in manufacturing, contributing to the production of high-quality roofing materials.
- Work with a company committed to eco-friendly practices and sustainable production methods.
- Exposure to different roles or departments to help you clarify your career interests and path.
- Potential for future Internship/Co-Op placements or full-time roles upon graduation.
WHEN YOU JOIN US, YOU WILL BE:
- Perform engineering projects utilizing sound design principles
- Work with operations team to identify and implement safety and production CI initiatives.
- Create work instructions and perform job hazard analyses for areas on the production floor.
- Participate in safety improvements for all equipment and continuous quality improvements for processes
- Create layouts and process diagrams to support standardization and CI.
- Identify hazards by analyzing jobs and their associated tasks.
- Assist in ensuring the site complies with corporate process standards. This includes preparation for the annual corporate process audit and follow-up on all issues raised during the audit.
- Identify potential areas of product improvement; recommend and assist with the development of appropriate solutions.
- Work in an office environment with limited exposure to the production floor where various rubber, adhesives, grease, oils, carbon black, steam and industrial manufacturing machines are used.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
OUR IDEAL CANDIDATE:
- Sophomore, Junior, Senior, specializing in Industrial, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering program.
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office products
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
- Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines
- Ability to analyze and solve problems
- Take initiative to identify and resolve problems
- Capable of learning ERP software and other ancillary software
- General computer knowledge
- Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), safety and values focused
- Leading by example with safety and safe work habits
- Prolonged periods working on feet, using tools, and performing repetitive actions that entail frequent bending and stooping
- Good hand dexterity
- Comprehend information and ideas presented verbally or in writing
- Use effective time management to ensure that tasks and projects are completed within agreed time limits
- Produce a tangible, positive impact
- Work effectively as part of a team or as an individual
- Achieve consistently high results
- Demonstrate high standards of professional conduct
WORK AUTHORIZATIONS AND TRAVEL:
- Must be authorized to work in the United States
- Potential travel requirements
Benefits of Employment:
Blair Rubber Company recognizes that its success is due to the strength of its employees. A primary goal of Blair Rubber Company is to promote individual employee's sense of accomplishment and contribution so that employees enjoy their association with Blair Rubber Company. The Company invests in its employees so that they are the most knowledgeable in the industry, and undertakes great efforts to nurture loyalty to, and teamwork at, Blair Rubber Company. We are pleased to offer competitive compensation, health care, a progressive and challenging workplace and a commitment to teamwork and integrity.
Diversity and Equal Opportunity Employment:
Blair Rubber Company is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to diversity and inclusion and are pleased to consider all qualified applicants for employment without consideration to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status or disability. Blair Rubber Company encourages and welcomes applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding J-1 Visa Sponsorship as a Process Engineer
Align your training plan with process engineering
The DS-2019 requires a detailed training plan tied to a recognized occupational category. Map your prior coursework or work experience to O*NET's Process Engineer profile before approaching any host employer or designated sponsor.
Distinguish Intern from Trainee eligibility early
J-1 Intern status requires current enrollment in a degree program abroad. If you've already graduated, you qualify only as a Trainee, which demands at least one year of relevant process engineering experience outside the U.S.
Target host employers with established J-1 host agreements
Many chemical, semiconductor, and manufacturing companies already hold active host organization agreements with designated sponsors like Cultural Vistas or AIPT. Use Migrate Mate to identify U.S. employers actively listing process engineering roles open to J-1 exchange visitors.
Verify whether the 2-year home residency requirement applies
Trainees funded by a U.S. government agency or whose home country appears on the Exchange Visitor Skills List may face a 2-year home residency requirement after their program ends. Confirm your country's status before accepting an offer, since this affects your H-1B visa or green card timeline.
Get your training plan countersigned before your start date
The DS-2019 cannot be issued until the designated sponsor approves a signed Training or Internship Placement Plan (Form DS-7002). Your host employer must complete their sections first, so build at least four to six weeks into your pre-start timeline for sponsor review.
Confirm the host employer meets DOL wage requirements
Although the J-1 is not an LCA-based visa, host employers must pay Trainees and Interns the prevailing wage or the same wage paid to U.S. workers in the same role. Cross-check the offered rate against the OFLC Wage Search for your metro area before signing.
Process Engineer J-1 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Which J-1 program category fits a process engineer role?
It depends on where you are in your career. If you're currently enrolled in an engineering degree program, the J-1 Intern category applies and allows up to 12 months at a U.S. host employer. If you've graduated and have at least one year of relevant process engineering experience, you qualify under the J-1 Trainee category, which can extend to 18 months for candidates in fields like chemical or manufacturing engineering.
Who actually sponsors the J-1 visa for a process engineer?
The visa sponsor is a U.S. Department of State-designated organization, such as Cultural Vistas, AIPT, or InterExchange, not your host employer. The host company provides the job and the training environment, but the designated sponsor issues your DS-2019, approves your training plan, and monitors compliance throughout the program. Your employer is the host; the sponsor is the legal administrator.
How do I find U.S. process engineering host employers open to J-1 visitors?
Most general job boards don't filter by J-1 eligibility, which makes identifying willing host employers time-consuming. Migrate Mate lets you search specifically for U.S. employers and process engineering roles that align with J-1 exchange visitor programs, saving you the step of cold-contacting companies to ask about their sponsorship policies.
Does the 2-year home residency requirement affect process engineers?
It can. If your home country is on the State Department's Exchange Visitor Skills List and process engineering falls within a listed skill category for your country, you may be required to return home for two years before applying for an H-1B or permanent residence. Check the State Department's Skills List early, because this requirement significantly affects your long-term U.S. career planning.
What does the DS-7002 training plan need to include for a process engineering role?
The DS-7002 must detail specific skills you'll develop, the phases of training, supervision arrangements, and how each phase relates to your process engineering background. Vague plans citing only job duties are frequently rejected by designated sponsors. Host employers should describe concrete competencies, such as process optimization methods, quality system protocols, or equipment qualification procedures, tied to measurable learning objectives.