TN Visa Automation Specialist Jobs
Automation Specialist roles qualify for TN visa sponsorship under the USMCA's Computer Systems Analyst and Engineer categories, giving Canadian and Mexican professionals a cap-free, lottery-free path to U.S. employment. Your employer files the supporting documentation, and Canadians can receive TN status at the border on the same day.
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- Participate in the design of complex assembly stations that combine precise, repeatable component placement, active alignment, and metrology of laser beams.
- Develop Labview-based software applications to assemble, align and test laser systems.
- Develop Labview-based and python software applications to calibrate and test lasers and laser measurement devices.
- Simulate and program robot arms for assembly automation.
- Develop applications to collect and store critical data to a database.
- Provide regular detailed schedule and cost estimates for project tasks.
- Deliver project tasks on schedule.
- Work with engineering team members to define and optimize testing requirements.
- Participate in technical reviews.
- Develop test plans to validate and assess the quality of applications.
- Provide support and updates for legacy Labview application software.
- Work closely with engineers to validate and debug designs.
- Work well as team member and independently.
Personal Characteristics
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Excellent team and interpersonal skills.
- Strong leadership ability including project management.
- System-level thinking combined with strong attention to detail.
Background and Education
- BSME, BSEE or BSCS minimum. MS preferred.
- 5+ years of test and assembly system development experience in the following areas:
- Developing tooling and assembly processes to build products to sub-micron precision.
- Simulating and programming robot arm for assembly automation.
- Using vision systems and software applications to actively align laser systems.
- Deploying cameras and/or sensors to determine laser beam quality metrology.
- Writing Labview apps to run assembly processes and collect data.
- Writing Labview and python apps to test with and calibrate sensing equipment.
- Writing software applications to interface with databases.
- A working knowledge of laser safety.
Safety Requirements
All employees are required to follow the site EHS procedures and Coherent Corp. Corporate EHS standards.
Quality and Environmental Responsibilities
Depending on location, this position may be responsible for the execution and maintenance of the ISO 9000, 9001, 14001 and/or other applicable standards that may apply to the relevant roles and responsibilities within the Quality Management System and Environmental Management System.
Culture Commitment
Ensure adherence to company’s values (ICARE) in all aspects of your position at Coherent Corp.:
Integrity – Create an Environment of Trust
Collaboration – Innovate Through the Sharing of Ideas
Accountability – Own the Process and the Outcome
Respect – Recognize the Value in Everyone
Enthusiasm – Find a Sense of Purpose in Work
Coherent Corp. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at talentacquisition@coherent.com.
ABOUT US
Coherent is a global leader in lasers, engineered materials and networking components. We are a vertically integrated manufacturing company that develops innovative products for diversified applications in the industrial, optical communications, military, life sciences, semiconductor equipment, and consumer markets. Coherent provides a comprehensive career development platform within an environment that challenges employees to perform at their best, while rewarding excellence and hard-work through a competitive compensation program. It's an exciting opportunity to work for a company that offers stability, longevity and growth. Come Join Us!
Note to recruiters and employment agencies: We will not pay for unsolicited resumes from recruiters and employment agencies unless we have a signed agreement and have required assistance, in writing, for a specific opening.
JOB INFO
Job Identification
2013416
Posting Date
07/27/2026, 10:09 AM
Degree Level
Bachelor's Degree
Job Schedule
Full time
Locations
27650 Southwest 95th Avenue, Wilsonville, OR, 97070, US
(On-site)
Pay Scale
$128,480 - $177,815 per year
LI-JF1
Responsibilities
- Participate in the design of complex assembly stations that combine precise, repeatable component placement, active alignment, and metrology of laser beams.
- Develop Labview-based software applications to assemble, align and test laser systems.
- Develop Labview-based and python software applications to calibrate and test lasers and laser measurement devices.
- Simulate and program robot arms for assembly automation.
- Develop applications to collect and store critical data to a database.
- Provide regular detailed schedule and cost estimates for project tasks.
- Deliver project tasks on schedule.
- Work with engineering team members to define and optimize testing requirements.
- Participate in technical reviews.
- Develop test plans to validate and assess the quality of applications.
- Provide support and updates for legacy Labview application software.
- Work closely with engineers to validate and debug designs.
- Work well as team member and independently.
Personal Characteristics
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Excellent team and interpersonal skills.
- Strong leadership ability including project management.
- System-level thinking combined with strong attention to detail.
Background and Education
- BSME, BSEE or BSCS minimum. MS preferred.
- 5+ years of test and assembly system development experience in the following areas:
- Developing tooling and assembly processes to build products to sub-micron precision.
- Simulating and programming robot arm for assembly automation.
- Using vision systems and software applications to actively align laser systems.
- Deploying cameras and/or sensors to determine laser beam quality metrology.
- Writing Labview apps to run assembly processes and collect data.
- Writing Labview and python apps to test with and calibrate sensing equipment.
- Writing software applications to interface with databases.
- A working knowledge of laser safety.
Safety Requirements
All employees are required to follow the site EHS procedures and Coherent Corp. Corporate EHS standards.
Quality and Environmental Responsibilities
Depending on location, this position may be responsible for the execution and maintenance of the ISO 9000, 9001, 14001 and/or other applicable standards that may apply to the relevant roles and responsibilities within the Quality Management System and Environmental Management System.
Culture Commitment
Ensure adherence to company’s values (ICARE) in all aspects of your position at Coherent Corp.:
Integrity – Create an Environment of Trust
Collaboration – Innovate Through the Sharing of Ideas
Accountability – Own the Process and the Outcome
Respect – Recognize the Value in Everyone
Enthusiasm – Find a Sense of Purpose in Work
Coherent Corp. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at talentacquisition@coherent.com.
ABOUT US
Coherent is a global leader in lasers, engineered materials and networking components. We are a vertically integrated manufacturing company that develops innovative products for diversified applications in the industrial, optical communications, military, life sciences, semiconductor equipment, and consumer markets. Coherent provides a comprehensive career development platform within an environment that challenges employees to perform at their best, while rewarding excellence and hard-work through a competitive compensation program. It's an exciting opportunity to work for a company that offers stability, longevity and growth. Come Join Us!
Note to recruiters and employment agencies: We will not pay for unsolicited resumes from recruiters and employment agencies unless we have a signed agreement and have required assistance, in writing, for a specific opening.
JOB INFO
Job Identification
2013416
Posting Date
07/27/2026, 10:09 AM
Degree Level
Bachelor's Degree
Job Schedule
Full time
Locations
27650 Southwest 95th Avenue, Wilsonville, OR, 97070, US
(On-site)
Pay Scale
$128,480 - $177,815 per year
LI-JF1
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding TN Visa Sponsorship as an Automation Specialist
Frame your credentials around specialty occupation
Your degree must align directly with automation systems, controls engineering, or a related technical discipline. A general engineering degree can work, but you'll need your job offer letter to connect your specific qualifications to the automation tasks you'll perform.
Target manufacturers with established immigration programs
Industrial automation roles cluster in automotive, aerospace, and food processing sectors. Companies in these industries routinely file TN visa documentation for Controls Engineers and Systems Analysts, so their HR teams already understand the sponsorship process without needing education from you.
Verify your job title maps to a TN category
TN status doesn't list 'Automation Specialist' explicitly. Your employer must classify you under Computer Systems Analyst or Engineer. Confirm this with your hiring manager before signing an offer, since a misclassified title can cause a denial at the border or port of entry.
Use Migrate Mate to find sponsoring employers fast
Searching broadly for automation jobs wastes time on companies unfamiliar with TN paperwork. Migrate Mate filters specifically for employers with TN visa sponsorship history, so you're applying only to roles where the infrastructure to hire you already exists.
Prepare a support letter that addresses software and hardware scope
Automation Specialist roles often blend PLC programming, SCADA configuration, and robotics integration. Your employer's support letter should document the technical complexity of the role to satisfy the specialty occupation standard CBP officers apply at entry.
Understand the difference in process for Mexicans versus Canadians
Canadian professionals obtain TN status directly at a U.S. port of entry with no advance visa required. Mexican nationals must apply at a U.S. consulate and receive a TN visa stamp before entering, which adds consular scheduling time to your overall timeline.
Automation Specialist TN Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does an Automation Specialist role qualify for TN visa status?
Yes, but your role must be classified under an eligible USMCA category, most commonly Computer Systems Analyst or Engineer. The job offer letter and employer support documentation need to demonstrate that the position requires a bachelor's degree or higher in a directly related technical field, such as electrical engineering, computer engineering, or industrial automation.
How does TN compare to H-1B for Automation Specialist positions?
TN is significantly more practical for most Automation Specialists. There's no annual lottery, no cap for Canadians, and no multi-month USCIS adjudication wait. Canadians can be approved at the border the same day they present their documents. H-1B visa requires winning a lottery slot, filing months in advance, and waiting through USCIS processing, making TN the faster, more predictable option for qualifying professionals.
Where can I find Automation Specialist jobs with TN visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for this search. It surfaces employers who have active TN visa sponsorship history for technical roles, so you're not spending time on companies that will stall or decline once they learn you need immigration support. Filtering by TN-eligible roles from the start keeps your job search focused on realistic opportunities.
What documents does my employer need to sponsor my TN visa as an Automation Specialist?
Your employer prepares a support letter confirming the job title, duties, required qualifications, and your specific credentials. You bring that letter, your degree transcripts or diplomas, and a valid passport to the port of entry if you're Canadian. Mexican nationals present the same package at a U.S. consulate during the visa interview. No I-129 petition is required for Canadian TN applicants.
Can I switch employers while working in the U.S. on TN status as an Automation Specialist?
Yes, but TN status is employer-specific. When you change jobs, your new employer must prepare fresh TN documentation for the new role, and you'll need to obtain new TN authorization before starting work. Canadians can do this at a port of entry, while Mexican nationals need to return to a U.S. consulate or have their employer file a change of status petition with USCIS.