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Automation engineers and specialists in California find some of the strongest visa sponsorship opportunities in the country, with major employers in Silicon Valley, Los Angeles, and the Bay Area actively hiring. Companies like Tesla, Apple, Amazon Robotics, and Siemens Technology regularly sponsor international talent for automation roles ranging from controls engineering to industrial robotics.
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FormFactor, Inc. (NASDAQ: FORM), is a leading provider of essential test and measurement technologies along the full semiconductor product life cycle — from characterization, modeling, reliability, and design debug, to qualification and production test. Semiconductor companies rely upon FormFactor’s products and services to accelerate profitability by optimizing device performance and advancing yield knowledge. The company serves customers through its network of facilities in Asia, Europe, and North America.
Rooted in our core values — Focus on the Customer, Ownership & Accountability, Respectfully & Effectively Communicate, and Motivate & Develop People — we foster an environment where diverse perspectives are not only welcomed but celebrated. Everyone can make an impact here. Whether it's improving products, supporting customers, or positively influencing peers and the community, the contributions of our people matter.
Shift:
The regular hours for this position are day shift.
Job Description:
The successful candidate will be responsible for design and development of control software applications for high precision manufacturing machines, working individually and in teams, supporting our automation initiatives. The candidate has very strong C#/C++ programming and debugging skills, and work experience in machine control and multi-threaded/multi-process environments. Successful candidate is passionate about Machine automation and will be expected to stay up to date with the latest technologies and trends in the field of automation and software development.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Design and implement robust Machine control software for automated sorting, assembly, and inspection Machines.
- Plans, designs, develops and tests software systems or applications for software enhancements and new products including cloud-based or internet-related tools.
- Work closely with mechanical and electrical engineers to create reliable solutions tailored for high-volume manufacturing.
- Integrate Automation machines with MES Software and process flows.
- Participate in all phases of the Software Development Life Cycle, including Unit Testing and Release.
- Create Technical Design and User level documentation for their development projects.
Software Development Skills:
- Proven experience in designing and hands-on development of large multi-threaded/multi-tasking software systems.
- Programming: Proficiency in C# and C++ and OOD/OOP.
- Experience programming for motion control and data acquisition systems.
- Computer vision and Image processing experience. Experience with Cognex VisionPro and Machine learning desired.
- Operating Systems: Experienced with Windows and Unix development environments.
Skills:
Automation, C++ Programming Language, Computer Vision, C Sharp (Programming Language), Data Acquisition Systems, Image Processing, Machine Learning (ML), Motion Control Systems, Object-Oriented Design (OOD), Object-Oriented Programming (OOP).
Education & Experience:
Minimum of 8 years of related experience with a Bachelor’s degree; or 6 years and a Master’s degree; or a PhD with 3 years experience; or equivalent experience | Required.
Pay Range:
$136,200.00 - $178,815.00.
Pay Range Explained:
This role in Livermore, California pays between $136,200.00 and $178,815.00 per year, depending on your experience, skills, and background. Pay may vary in other locations. We offer a full benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability coverage, a 401(k) with company match, employee stock purchase plan (ESPP), and paid time off. You’ll also be eligible for quarterly profit-sharing bonuses and flexible spending or savings accounts.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
FormFactor is an equal opportunity employer. FormFactor complies with all national, state, and local laws that seek to promote equal opportunities for any applicant or employee without regard to age, race, color, gender, gender identity/expression, national origin, sexual orientation, religion, disability, marital status, pregnancy or related condition, military service, or any other legally protected characteristics. These protections apply to all aspects of employment, including but not limited to, recruitment, hiring, training, promotions, and compensation.
For roles that are designated as remote-eligible, employees cannot be located in: AL, AK, AR, DE, GA, HI, IL, IA, LA, ME, MD, MS, MO, NE, NV, NJ, NM, ND, OK, PA, RI, SC, SD, TN, WV, WI, WY. This list is continuously evolving and being updated, please check back with us if the state you live in is on the exclusion list. A role is remote-eligible only when it is listed as "Remote" in the job location.
Forming Our Future together
FormFactor, Inc. (NASDAQ: FORM), is a leading provider of essential test and measurement technologies along the full semiconductor product life cycle — from characterization, modeling, reliability, and design debug, to qualification and production test. Semiconductor companies rely upon FormFactor’s products and services to accelerate profitability by optimizing device performance and advancing yield knowledge. The company serves customers through its network of facilities in Asia, Europe, and North America.
Rooted in our core values — Focus on the Customer, Ownership & Accountability, Respectfully & Effectively Communicate, and Motivate & Develop People — we foster an environment where diverse perspectives are not only welcomed but celebrated. Everyone can make an impact here. Whether it's improving products, supporting customers, or positively influencing peers and the community, the contributions of our people matter.
Shift:
The regular hours for this position are day shift.
Job Description:
The successful candidate will be responsible for design and development of control software applications for high precision manufacturing machines, working individually and in teams, supporting our automation initiatives. The candidate has very strong C#/C++ programming and debugging skills, and work experience in machine control and multi-threaded/multi-process environments. Successful candidate is passionate about Machine automation and will be expected to stay up to date with the latest technologies and trends in the field of automation and software development.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Design and implement robust Machine control software for automated sorting, assembly, and inspection Machines.
- Plans, designs, develops and tests software systems or applications for software enhancements and new products including cloud-based or internet-related tools.
- Work closely with mechanical and electrical engineers to create reliable solutions tailored for high-volume manufacturing.
- Integrate Automation machines with MES Software and process flows.
- Participate in all phases of the Software Development Life Cycle, including Unit Testing and Release.
- Create Technical Design and User level documentation for their development projects.
Software Development Skills:
- Proven experience in designing and hands-on development of large multi-threaded/multi-tasking software systems.
- Programming: Proficiency in C# and C++ and OOD/OOP.
- Experience programming for motion control and data acquisition systems.
- Computer vision and Image processing experience. Experience with Cognex VisionPro and Machine learning desired.
- Operating Systems: Experienced with Windows and Unix development environments.
Skills:
Automation, C++ Programming Language, Computer Vision, C Sharp (Programming Language), Data Acquisition Systems, Image Processing, Machine Learning (ML), Motion Control Systems, Object-Oriented Design (OOD), Object-Oriented Programming (OOP).
Education & Experience:
Minimum of 8 years of related experience with a Bachelor’s degree; or 6 years and a Master’s degree; or a PhD with 3 years experience; or equivalent experience | Required.
Pay Range:
$136,200.00 - $178,815.00.
Pay Range Explained:
This role in Livermore, California pays between $136,200.00 and $178,815.00 per year, depending on your experience, skills, and background. Pay may vary in other locations. We offer a full benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability coverage, a 401(k) with company match, employee stock purchase plan (ESPP), and paid time off. You’ll also be eligible for quarterly profit-sharing bonuses and flexible spending or savings accounts.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
FormFactor is an equal opportunity employer. FormFactor complies with all national, state, and local laws that seek to promote equal opportunities for any applicant or employee without regard to age, race, color, gender, gender identity/expression, national origin, sexual orientation, religion, disability, marital status, pregnancy or related condition, military service, or any other legally protected characteristics. These protections apply to all aspects of employment, including but not limited to, recruitment, hiring, training, promotions, and compensation.
For roles that are designated as remote-eligible, employees cannot be located in: AL, AK, AR, DE, GA, HI, IL, IA, LA, ME, MD, MS, MO, NE, NV, NJ, NM, ND, OK, PA, RI, SC, SD, TN, WV, WI, WY. This list is continuously evolving and being updated, please check back with us if the state you live in is on the exclusion list. A role is remote-eligible only when it is listed as "Remote" in the job location.
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Which companies sponsor visas for automation roles in California?
Large technology and manufacturing employers in California with consistent records of sponsoring automation professionals include Tesla, Apple, Amazon Robotics, Siemens, Intuitive Surgical, and Lam Research. Aerospace and defense contractors such as Northrop Grumman and Raytheon also hire automation engineers and have sponsored H-1B visa and other work visas. Sponsorship history is publicly searchable through Department of Labor LCA disclosure data.
What visa types are most common for automation jobs in California?
The H-1B is the most widely used visa for automation roles in California, particularly for positions in robotics, controls engineering, and process automation that require at minimum a bachelor's degree in electrical, mechanical, or software engineering. The O-1A is an alternative for candidates with demonstrated exceptional ability. Australians may qualify for the E-3 visa, which has no annual lottery and a dedicated allocation separate from the H-1B cap.
Which cities in California have the most automation sponsorship jobs?
The San Francisco Bay Area, including San Jose, Fremont, and Santa Clara, concentrates the highest volume of automation sponsorship jobs due to semiconductor manufacturing, robotics, and advanced manufacturing companies headquartered there. Los Angeles is a significant secondary market, particularly for aerospace and defense automation. San Diego also has an active cluster driven by life sciences automation and defense electronics companies.
How to find automation visa sponsorship jobs in California?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for international candidates seeking visa sponsorship in the U.S. The platform filters California automation jobs by employers with active sponsorship histories, saving considerable research time compared to manually checking LCA disclosures. Automation roles in California span robotics, industrial controls, process engineering, and test automation, so using Migrate Mate's role-specific filters helps narrow results to positions that match your engineering background.
Are there state-specific considerations for automation roles and visa sponsorship in California?
California's prevailing wage requirements under Department of Labor rules apply to all H-1B and E-3 positions, and wage levels in the Bay Area and Los Angeles metro areas are among the highest in the country for automation engineers. California also has one of the largest concentrations of research universities, including UC Berkeley, Stanford, and Caltech, which feed engineering talent pipelines and influence where automation employers cluster and sponsor international hires.
What is the prevailing wage for sponsored automation jobs in California?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.