TN Visa Automation Technician Jobs
Automation Technician roles qualify for TN visa sponsorship under the USMCA treaty's Computer Systems Analyst or Engineer categories, depending on your credentials and job duties. Canadian citizens can apply at the port of entry with no cap; Mexican citizens require consular processing. A qualifying bachelor's degree and a U.S. job offer are required.
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Get Access To All JobsTITLE: Project Engineer, Automation and Injection Molding Machines
FLSA: Exempt
UPDATED: 08/08/2026
DIVISION: ALL
REPORTS TO: Director, Quotation Engineering
Summary
Provide key internal and external sales support for the division to support increase in units sold.
Essential Functions:
- Responsible for capital equipment projects from quotation phase until hand-over to customer.
- Technical, commercial verification of customer requests and orders.
- Clarification of technical items and feasibility studies.
- Cost evaluation and calculation for capital equipment, purchased system components, Engineering, Transportation, Assembly and Commissioning and Production support.
- Ability to manage timeline of projects.
- Proposal preparation and order processing responsibility in conjunction with Sales department.
- Responsibility of correspondence and order documentation.
- Creation of internal Manufacturing orders.
- Generate layouts for the solutions proposed to the customer, as needed.
- Must be able to manage special projects and follow-up with procedures and proper documentation.
- Must be able to maintain good customer relations and communications.
- Work closely with sales representatives as interface between the customer and the designers to provide technical support.
Core Competencies
- Communication
- Engineering Concepts
- Results Oriented
- KM Operations & Product Knowledge
- Initiative/Urgency
- Customer Knowledge
- Problem Solving
- Technology
- Interpersonal Skills/Teamwork
- Flexibility/Adaptability
- Customer Focus
- Innovation
- Analytical Thinking
Supervisory Responsibility
This position has no supervisory responsibilities.
Work Environment
This job operates in a professional office environment in our Florence facility. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines which create low-moderate noise.
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, sit at a computer terminal for an extended period of time, talk, hear, and use hands and fingers to operate a computer and telephone keyboard reach, stoop, and kneel.
- Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision requirements due to computer work.
- Ability to sit at a computer terminal for an extended period of time.
- Light to moderate lifting is required.
- Ability to work in a constant state of alertness required.
Expected Hours of Work
This is a salaried, exempt level, full-time position with standard working days/hours of Monday through Friday, 8am to 5pm with overtime as necessary to complete required tasks. Actual working hours may vary.
Travel
Travel is moderate, and some out-of-the-area and overnight travel may be expected. Travel to Germany or other international locations possible for training/conferences. Anticipated travel is 30%.
Required Education and Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering or similar field and 2 to 3 years’ related experience or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Prior project experience in capital equipment and mechanical/electrical systems design, applications engineering.
Preferred Education and Experience
- German language proficiency a strong plus.
Krauss-Maffei Corporation is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.
This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.
TITLE: Project Engineer, Automation and Injection Molding Machines
FLSA: Exempt
UPDATED: 08/08/2026
DIVISION: ALL
REPORTS TO: Director, Quotation Engineering
Summary
Provide key internal and external sales support for the division to support increase in units sold.
Essential Functions:
- Responsible for capital equipment projects from quotation phase until hand-over to customer.
- Technical, commercial verification of customer requests and orders.
- Clarification of technical items and feasibility studies.
- Cost evaluation and calculation for capital equipment, purchased system components, Engineering, Transportation, Assembly and Commissioning and Production support.
- Ability to manage timeline of projects.
- Proposal preparation and order processing responsibility in conjunction with Sales department.
- Responsibility of correspondence and order documentation.
- Creation of internal Manufacturing orders.
- Generate layouts for the solutions proposed to the customer, as needed.
- Must be able to manage special projects and follow-up with procedures and proper documentation.
- Must be able to maintain good customer relations and communications.
- Work closely with sales representatives as interface between the customer and the designers to provide technical support.
Core Competencies
- Communication
- Engineering Concepts
- Results Oriented
- KM Operations & Product Knowledge
- Initiative/Urgency
- Customer Knowledge
- Problem Solving
- Technology
- Interpersonal Skills/Teamwork
- Flexibility/Adaptability
- Customer Focus
- Innovation
- Analytical Thinking
Supervisory Responsibility
This position has no supervisory responsibilities.
Work Environment
This job operates in a professional office environment in our Florence facility. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines which create low-moderate noise.
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, sit at a computer terminal for an extended period of time, talk, hear, and use hands and fingers to operate a computer and telephone keyboard reach, stoop, and kneel.
- Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision requirements due to computer work.
- Ability to sit at a computer terminal for an extended period of time.
- Light to moderate lifting is required.
- Ability to work in a constant state of alertness required.
Expected Hours of Work
This is a salaried, exempt level, full-time position with standard working days/hours of Monday through Friday, 8am to 5pm with overtime as necessary to complete required tasks. Actual working hours may vary.
Travel
Travel is moderate, and some out-of-the-area and overnight travel may be expected. Travel to Germany or other international locations possible for training/conferences. Anticipated travel is 30%.
Required Education and Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering or similar field and 2 to 3 years’ related experience or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Prior project experience in capital equipment and mechanical/electrical systems design, applications engineering.
Preferred Education and Experience
- German language proficiency a strong plus.
Krauss-Maffei Corporation is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.
This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding TN Visa Sponsorship as an Automation Technician
Align your credentials to TN categories
TN visa classification for Automation Technicians depends on whether your duties map to Computer Systems Analyst or Engineer. Review your degree field against your job description before applying, because a mismatch is the most common denial trigger.
Target manufacturers with recent visa filings
Search job postings at employers with recent visa filings for automation and controls roles. These companies have demonstrated experience with work visa sponsorship and are more likely to be prepared to support TN candidates through the sponsorship process.
Get your engineering credentials evaluated early
If your degree is from a Canadian or Mexican institution, obtain a formal credential evaluation from a NACES-approved body before you start applying. CBP officers at ports of entry can and do question foreign degree equivalency on the spot.
Request a detailed offer letter before crossing
Canadian citizens apply for TN status directly at the border, so your offer letter must specify the TN category, proffered duties, required degree, and employment period. A vague letter from HR can result in a same-day denial with no appeal.
Use Migrate Mate to find sponsoring employers
Searching broadly for automation jobs wastes time on employers unfamiliar with TN requirements. Migrate Mate filters specifically for companies with TN visa sponsorship history, so you spend your effort on roles where the employer is already prepared to file.
Prepare for Mexican consular processing timelines
Mexican citizens must schedule a consular interview rather than applying at the border. Factor in consulate appointment wait times when negotiating your start date with the employer, and confirm the employer will provide a support letter for the interview.
Automation Technician TN Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does an Automation Technician role qualify for a TN visa?
It depends on your specific job duties and degree. Automation Technician roles that involve designing, programming, or analyzing control systems typically qualify under the Computer Systems Analyst or Engineer TN category. Roles focused primarily on manual equipment maintenance without a degree requirement are less likely to qualify. Your offer letter must document how your duties and credentials meet one of the defined USMCA professional categories.
How does TN visa sponsorship compare to H-1B for Automation Technician jobs?
TN is significantly more accessible for Canadians and Mexicans than H-1B visa. There is no annual lottery, no cap for Canadian citizens, and no petition filed with USCIS for Canadians who apply at the border. H-1B visa registrations are capped at 85,000 annually with a random lottery. TN status can also be obtained the same day for Canadians, while H-1B approval typically takes months. The trade-off is that TN is restricted to Canadian and Mexican nationals.
What documents do I need for TN sponsorship as an Automation Technician?
You'll need a valid passport, a detailed offer letter from your U.S. employer specifying your TN category and job duties, and proof of your qualifying degree such as transcripts or a diploma. If your degree is from outside North America or is in a field adjacent to your role, a credential evaluation helps. Mexican citizens also need a visa appointment at a U.S. consulate rather than applying at the border.
How do I find employers who will sponsor a TN visa for Automation Technician roles?
Most job postings don't explicitly advertise TN sponsorship, so filtering by employer history is more reliable than filtering by posting keywords. Migrate Mate is built specifically to surface employers with TN visa sponsorship history, which saves time compared to applying broadly and discovering at the offer stage that a company won't support the process. Focus on manufacturers, utilities, and industrial automation firms, which have the most consistent TN filing activity in this field.
Can I switch Automation Technician employers while on TN status?
Yes, but you must obtain new TN authorization before starting work with the new employer. For Canadians, that means either returning to a port of entry with a new offer letter or having the new employer file a change of employer petition with USCIS if you're already inside the U.S. You cannot simply transfer your existing TN status the way an H-1B holder can port under AC21 portability rules.