TN Visa Systems Programmer Jobs
Systems Programmer roles qualify for TN visa sponsorship under the USMCA treaty for Canadian and Mexican professionals with a computer science or engineering degree. Employers file directly with CBP at the border or port of entry for Canadians, skipping the H-1B lottery entirely. No annual cap applies to Canadian nationals.
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Engineering associated with the manufacturing process. Impacts quality of own work and the work of others on the team. Executes standard operational/technical tasks typically subject to instructions and work routines. There is latitude to rearrange the sequence to complete task/duties based on changing work situations.
Job Description
- The NC/CNC Programmer duties include reading and interpreting design blueprints, programming the CNC machine, and adjusting the machine settings until the desired specs are met. This person will work with the production and quality teams to make sure proper build books are created in a timely manner to meet production needs.
- The Manufacturing Engineer duties include responsibility for departmental operations, that can function with some autonomy but guided by established policies. Lead and effectively interface with manufacturing and other support teams to complete projects to meet EHS, production, quality and cost savings. The job allows modification of procedures if the end results meet standards.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The NC/CNC Programmer duties include reading and interpreting design blueprints, programming the CNC machine, and adjusting the machine settings until the desired specs are met. This person will work with the production and quality teams to make sure proper build books are created in a timely manner to meet production needs.
The Manufacturing Engineer duties include responsibility for departmental operations, that can function with some autonomy but guided by established policies. Lead and effectively interface with manufacturing and other support teams to complete projects to meet EHS, production, quality and cost savings. The job allows modification of procedures if the end results meet standards.
Essential Responsibilities:
- CNC Programming
- CAD/CAM experience
- Help develop shop tooling and procedures.
- Work on developing build books.
- Read and interpret blueprints.
- Work with engineering to improve overall shop process.
- Give hourly EE’s technical guidance.
- Acts as a resource for colleagues with less experience.
- Lead improvements for equipment reliability, tooling, process controls and safety/ergo solutions.
- Develop work instructions & procedures to support operator training and process control.
Required Qualification:
- Associate degree in a technical discipline from an accredited college or university (OR High School Diploma / GED plus a minimum of 3 years working in a manufacturing environment)
- Minimum 1 year of CNC programming experience
- CAD / CAM experience
Desired Characteristics:
- CNC Programming experience in both traditional and macro, experience in NX CAD/CAM
- Project Management Skills - ability to handle multiple complex situations daily.
- Strong organization skills and attention to detail
- Proven Leadership ability
- Strong problem-solving skills, sound judgment, initiative, and creativity
- Strong interpersonal, communication, influencing, & organizational integration skills
- Bachelor’s Degree preferably in Engineering or Business
- Green Belt or Black Belt Certification or equivalent Quality certification
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
GE Vernova offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Vernova is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
GE Vernova will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable).
Relocation Assistance Provided: No
For candidates applying to a U.S. based position, the pay range for this position is between $76,300.00 and $114,400.00. The Company pays a geographic differential of 110%, 120% or 130% of salary in certain areas. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate’s experience, education, and skill set.
Bonus eligibility: discretionary annual bonus.
This posting is expected to remain open for at least seven days after it was posted on July 24, 2026.
Available benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to Health Coach from GE Vernova, a 24/7 nurse-based resource; and access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services. Retirement benefits include the GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan, a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions, as well as access to Fidelity resources and financial planning consultants. Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability benefits, life insurance, 12 paid holidays, and permissive time off.
GE Vernova Inc. or its affiliates (collectively or individually, “GE Vernova”) sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs GE Vernova reserves the right to terminate, amend, suspend, replace, or modify its benefit plans and programs at any time and for any reason, in its sole discretion. No individual has a vested right to any benefit under a GE Vernova welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.
INTRODUCTION
Engineering associated with the manufacturing process. Impacts quality of own work and the work of others on the team. Executes standard operational/technical tasks typically subject to instructions and work routines. There is latitude to rearrange the sequence to complete task/duties based on changing work situations.
Job Description
- The NC/CNC Programmer duties include reading and interpreting design blueprints, programming the CNC machine, and adjusting the machine settings until the desired specs are met. This person will work with the production and quality teams to make sure proper build books are created in a timely manner to meet production needs.
- The Manufacturing Engineer duties include responsibility for departmental operations, that can function with some autonomy but guided by established policies. Lead and effectively interface with manufacturing and other support teams to complete projects to meet EHS, production, quality and cost savings. The job allows modification of procedures if the end results meet standards.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The NC/CNC Programmer duties include reading and interpreting design blueprints, programming the CNC machine, and adjusting the machine settings until the desired specs are met. This person will work with the production and quality teams to make sure proper build books are created in a timely manner to meet production needs.
The Manufacturing Engineer duties include responsibility for departmental operations, that can function with some autonomy but guided by established policies. Lead and effectively interface with manufacturing and other support teams to complete projects to meet EHS, production, quality and cost savings. The job allows modification of procedures if the end results meet standards.
Essential Responsibilities:
- CNC Programming
- CAD/CAM experience
- Help develop shop tooling and procedures.
- Work on developing build books.
- Read and interpret blueprints.
- Work with engineering to improve overall shop process.
- Give hourly EE’s technical guidance.
- Acts as a resource for colleagues with less experience.
- Lead improvements for equipment reliability, tooling, process controls and safety/ergo solutions.
- Develop work instructions & procedures to support operator training and process control.
Required Qualification:
- Associate degree in a technical discipline from an accredited college or university (OR High School Diploma / GED plus a minimum of 3 years working in a manufacturing environment)
- Minimum 1 year of CNC programming experience
- CAD / CAM experience
Desired Characteristics:
- CNC Programming experience in both traditional and macro, experience in NX CAD/CAM
- Project Management Skills - ability to handle multiple complex situations daily.
- Strong organization skills and attention to detail
- Proven Leadership ability
- Strong problem-solving skills, sound judgment, initiative, and creativity
- Strong interpersonal, communication, influencing, & organizational integration skills
- Bachelor’s Degree preferably in Engineering or Business
- Green Belt or Black Belt Certification or equivalent Quality certification
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
GE Vernova offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Vernova is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
GE Vernova will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable).
Relocation Assistance Provided: No
For candidates applying to a U.S. based position, the pay range for this position is between $76,300.00 and $114,400.00. The Company pays a geographic differential of 110%, 120% or 130% of salary in certain areas. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate’s experience, education, and skill set.
Bonus eligibility: discretionary annual bonus.
This posting is expected to remain open for at least seven days after it was posted on July 24, 2026.
Available benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to Health Coach from GE Vernova, a 24/7 nurse-based resource; and access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services. Retirement benefits include the GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan, a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions, as well as access to Fidelity resources and financial planning consultants. Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability benefits, life insurance, 12 paid holidays, and permissive time off.
GE Vernova Inc. or its affiliates (collectively or individually, “GE Vernova”) sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs GE Vernova reserves the right to terminate, amend, suspend, replace, or modify its benefit plans and programs at any time and for any reason, in its sole discretion. No individual has a vested right to any benefit under a GE Vernova welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding TN Visa Sponsorship in Systems Programmer
Align your credentials to systems-level work
TN visa classification for Systems Programmer requires a degree in computer science, engineering, or a directly related field. A general IT degree paired with unrelated work history raises CBP scrutiny, so document how your academic background maps to low-level programming, OS internals, or embedded systems.
Target employers with government contract histories
Federal contractors and defense-adjacent tech firms routinely sponsor TN visas for Systems Programmers because their work requires U.S.-based specialists. These employers already understand the filing process and are less likely to stall at the offer stage over TN paperwork complexity.
Get your offer letter to specify systems work explicitly
CBP officers assess the job description in your offer letter, not your job title alone. Push your employer to list duties like kernel development, firmware engineering, or real-time OS programming so the letter maps cleanly to the USMCA Systems Programmer occupation category.
Search verified TN-sponsoring employers through Migrate Mate
Use Migrate Mate to filter Systems Programmer roles by employers with recent visa filings, saving you from cold-applying to companies without experience sponsoring work visas who may push back when you raise visa requirements in the interview process.
Prepare for same-day admission as a Canadian national
Canadian citizens can present TN documentation directly at a U.S. land port of entry or preclearance airport and receive admission the same day. Bring your degree, offer letter, and any supporting employment verification so CBP can adjudicate on the spot without a consular appointment.
Mexican nationals should start DS-160 filing early
Unlike Canadians, Mexican nationals must apply through a U.S. consulate and schedule a visa interview, which adds several weeks to the timeline. Start the DS-160 and consular appointment process as soon as your employer countersigns the offer to avoid start-date delays.
Systems Programmer TN Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Systems Programmer role actually qualify for TN visa status?
Yes, Systems Programmer is a listed occupation in the USMCA TN visa schedule. To qualify, your role must involve specialized programming at the systems level, such as OS development, firmware, or embedded software. Generic software development positions sometimes face CBP pushback, so your offer letter should specifically describe systems-level duties rather than general coding work.
How does TN visa sponsorship compare to H-1B for Systems Programmer jobs?
For Canadian nationals, TN is significantly faster than H-1B because there is no lottery, no annual cap, and no USCIS petition to file. Admission happens at the port of entry, often the same day. H-1B requires a lottery selection that caps the pool at 85,000 each fiscal year, with results taking months. For most Canadian Systems Programmers with a qualifying degree, TN is the more practical path.
Where can I find Systems Programmer jobs that offer TN visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate lists Systems Programmer roles specifically filtered for TN visa sponsorship, so you can focus on employers who have already committed to supporting the USMCA filing process. Searching broadly and raising visa requirements late in interviews wastes time with employers unfamiliar with TN documentation requirements.
What documents does my employer need to prepare for my TN filing?
Your employer must provide a detailed offer letter on company letterhead that states your job title, a description of systems-level duties, your salary, the employment period, and confirmation of your professional status. For Canadian nationals presenting at a port of entry, no advance USCIS filing is required. Mexican nationals additionally need the employer's support for a consular appointment package.
Can I change employers after starting work on a TN visa as a Systems Programmer?
You can change employers, but your TN status is tied to your current employer. You cannot start work for a new employer under your existing TN. Canadian nationals can apply for a new TN at a port of entry with the new employer's documentation, while Mexican nationals must apply for a new TN visa at a U.S. consulate before beginning work with the new company.