TN Visa Process Control Engineer Jobs
Process Control Engineer roles qualify for TN visa sponsorship under USMCA's engineering category, covering automation, distributed control systems, and process optimization work. Canadian citizens can secure TN status at the port of entry; Mexican citizens apply through a U.S. consulate. Employers typically require a degree in electrical, chemical, or systems engineering.
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Build your future with a company that values precision, teamwork, and growth.
Ready to make things move? At IMS Gear, we don’t just manufacture components—we power motion worldwide.
We’re looking for a hands-on Process Engineer – Automation & Controls who thrives in fast-paced environments, enjoys solving real-time challenges, and wants to work directly with robotics and advanced automation systems.
If you’re ready to make an impact and grow your career, we want to hear from you.
Why This Role Stands Out
- Hands-on work with state-of-the-art automation & robotics
- Real impact on production efficiency and performance
- Opportunity to lead improvements and solve complex challenges
- Career growth and long-term stability within a strong manufacturing environment
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams in engineering, production, and quality
What You’ll Do
You’ll be at the heart of our operation—keeping systems running, solving problems, and making things better:
- Troubleshoot and resolve complex automation and equipment issues
- Program and optimize Siemens PLCs (STEP 7 & TIA Portal)
- Work with industrial robots (KUKA, Motoman Yaskawa)
- Perform advanced electrical troubleshooting (24V–480V systems)
- Analyze performance and improve uptime, efficiency, and process stability
- Lead root cause analysis and continuous improvement initiatives
- Support launch and validation of new equipment and automation systems
- Collaborate across teams to drive process improvements and innovation
- Train operators and technicians on new systems and processes
- Ensure compliance with company environment and quality management systems, including ISO 14001 and IATF 16949 standards.
- Following Internal Quality Issues procedure – IQI.
- Ensure that safety rules and policies are followed.
- Housekeeping – 6IMS-Standard.
- Other duties as assigned.
What You Bring
We’re looking for someone who is both technically skilled and solution-driven:
Required
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Electrical, Mechanical, Mechatronics, or related)
- 5+ years of experience in automation & controls in manufacturing
- Strong experience with Siemens PLCs (STEP 7 & TIA Portal)
- Hands-on troubleshooting of automated production equipment
- Experience with industrial robotics
- Strong electrical troubleshooting skills
- Ability to read electrical, mechanical, and pneumatic schematics
- Problem-solver mindset with a passion for continuous improvement
Preferred (Nice to Have)
- Experience in automated assembly, injection molding, or metal processing
- Knowledge of APQP, FMEA, Control Plans
- Experience with vision systems (Keyence, Cognex) or advanced automation platforms
- Continuous improvement certifications (Six Sigma, etc.)
Work Environment
You’ll split your time between the plant floor and office—working directly with equipment in a dynamic production setting. Safety is a top priority, and PPE is required in designated areas.
Physical Requirements
- Lift up to 50 lbs and assist with equipment handling
- Frequent standing, walking, and hands-on work
- Occasional bending, kneeling, and reaching
Why IMS Gear?
- Competitive pay and benefits
- 3 weeks of PTO
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage
- 401(k) with 4% company match
- Employer-paid life insurance
- Company paid short- and long-term disability coverage
- Paid vacation and holidays
- Ongoing training and career development opportunities
- Employee recognition and appreciation programs
This job description is not intended to be a complete list of duties or responsibilities. Responsibilities may change as business needs evolve.
IMS Gear is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We embrace individuals from all backgrounds and provide employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, or veteran status.
Location: 8am-5pm
Process Controls Engineer – Plastics
Build your future with a company that values precision, teamwork, and growth.
Ready to make things move? At IMS Gear, we don’t just manufacture components—we power motion worldwide.
We’re looking for a hands-on Process Engineer – Automation & Controls who thrives in fast-paced environments, enjoys solving real-time challenges, and wants to work directly with robotics and advanced automation systems.
If you’re ready to make an impact and grow your career, we want to hear from you.
Why This Role Stands Out
- Hands-on work with state-of-the-art automation & robotics
- Real impact on production efficiency and performance
- Opportunity to lead improvements and solve complex challenges
- Career growth and long-term stability within a strong manufacturing environment
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams in engineering, production, and quality
What You’ll Do
You’ll be at the heart of our operation—keeping systems running, solving problems, and making things better:
- Troubleshoot and resolve complex automation and equipment issues
- Program and optimize Siemens PLCs (STEP 7 & TIA Portal)
- Work with industrial robots (KUKA, Motoman Yaskawa)
- Perform advanced electrical troubleshooting (24V–480V systems)
- Analyze performance and improve uptime, efficiency, and process stability
- Lead root cause analysis and continuous improvement initiatives
- Support launch and validation of new equipment and automation systems
- Collaborate across teams to drive process improvements and innovation
- Train operators and technicians on new systems and processes
- Ensure compliance with company environment and quality management systems, including ISO 14001 and IATF 16949 standards.
- Following Internal Quality Issues procedure – IQI.
- Ensure that safety rules and policies are followed.
- Housekeeping – 6IMS-Standard.
- Other duties as assigned.
What You Bring
We’re looking for someone who is both technically skilled and solution-driven:
Required
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Electrical, Mechanical, Mechatronics, or related)
- 5+ years of experience in automation & controls in manufacturing
- Strong experience with Siemens PLCs (STEP 7 & TIA Portal)
- Hands-on troubleshooting of automated production equipment
- Experience with industrial robotics
- Strong electrical troubleshooting skills
- Ability to read electrical, mechanical, and pneumatic schematics
- Problem-solver mindset with a passion for continuous improvement
Preferred (Nice to Have)
- Experience in automated assembly, injection molding, or metal processing
- Knowledge of APQP, FMEA, Control Plans
- Experience with vision systems (Keyence, Cognex) or advanced automation platforms
- Continuous improvement certifications (Six Sigma, etc.)
Work Environment
You’ll split your time between the plant floor and office—working directly with equipment in a dynamic production setting. Safety is a top priority, and PPE is required in designated areas.
Physical Requirements
- Lift up to 50 lbs and assist with equipment handling
- Frequent standing, walking, and hands-on work
- Occasional bending, kneeling, and reaching
Why IMS Gear?
- Competitive pay and benefits
- 3 weeks of PTO
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage
- 401(k) with 4% company match
- Employer-paid life insurance
- Company paid short- and long-term disability coverage
- Paid vacation and holidays
- Ongoing training and career development opportunities
- Employee recognition and appreciation programs
This job description is not intended to be a complete list of duties or responsibilities. Responsibilities may change as business needs evolve.
IMS Gear is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We embrace individuals from all backgrounds and provide employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, or veteran status.
Location: 8am-5pm
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding TN Visa Sponsorship as a Process Control Engineer
Match your degree to the role
TN visa classification for engineers requires a degree directly related to the position. A chemical engineering degree supports process control roles; a general business degree won't. Gather official transcripts and a credential evaluation if your degree is from a non-U.S. institution before applying.
Target industries with existing TN pipelines
Oil and gas, petrochemicals, food and beverage processing, and utilities regularly sponsor work visas for engineers. These sectors have demonstrated experience with visa sponsorship for control systems roles, so their HR teams are familiar with the documentation your offer letter must include.
Require a specialty occupation support letter
Your offer letter must describe the role in engineering-specific terms, not generic titles. Ask your employer to detail the DCS platforms, PLC programming, or SCADA systems involved. Vague language like 'oversee operations' creates TN refusal risk at the port of entry or consulate.
Use Migrate Mate to find sponsoring employers
Search Migrate Mate to identify Process Control Engineer openings at employers actively filing TN petitions. Filtering by visa sponsorship type saves you from applying to roles where the hiring team has no experience supporting TN documentation.
Prepare for Canadian port-of-entry processing
Canadian citizens can apply for TN status directly at a land border or airport with CBP. Bring your offer letter, degree transcripts, and any professional engineering licenses. CBP officers adjudicate on the spot, so document completeness determines whether you cross that day.
Confirm renewal timing before your status expires
TN status is granted in three-year increments with no cap on renewals. File or re-enter before your current status expires; there is no automatic grace period equivalent to H-1B visa. Mexican nationals must return to a U.S. consulate for each renewal.
Process Control Engineer TN Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Process Control Engineer role qualify for TN visa status?
Yes, provided your job duties fall within the USMCA engineering category. The position must require specialized knowledge of control systems, instrumentation, or process automation, and your degree must be in a related engineering discipline such as electrical, chemical, or systems engineering. A general operations or project management framing without engineering specificity can result in a TN denial.
How does TN compare to H-1B for Process Control Engineers?
TN has no lottery, no annual cap for Canadians, and can be obtained at the port of entry in a single day. H-1B requires employer sponsorship months in advance, a lottery selection, and USCIS petition approval. For Process Control Engineers with a qualifying degree and a concrete job offer, TN is typically faster and more predictable than entering the H-1B cycle.
Where can I find Process Control Engineer jobs that offer TN visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate lists Process Control Engineer roles specifically filtered for TN visa sponsorship, so you can identify employers already set up to support the documentation process. Searching on general platforms often surfaces roles where the employer has no TN experience, which creates delays or withdrawals after an offer is extended.
What documents do I need for TN approval as a Process Control Engineer?
You need an employer offer letter that describes your engineering duties in specific technical terms, official degree transcripts, and proof of Canadian or Mexican citizenship. If you hold a professional engineering license in your home province or state, bring that documentation as well. CBP or the consulate will verify that your credentials and the described duties align with the engineering category.
Can Mexican Process Control Engineers use TN status the same way Canadians can?
Mexican nationals qualify for TN status but must apply at a U.S. consulate in Mexico rather than at a port of entry. Processing timelines vary by consulate and appointment availability. Both nationalities are subject to the same three-year grant period and the same USMCA engineering category requirements, but the procedural path differs significantly from what Canadian applicants experience.