Product Development Engineer Visa Sponsorship Jobs in Florida
Florida's product development engineer job market spans aerospace and defense contractors in the Space Coast, medical device firms in the Tampa Bay corridor, and consumer technology companies in Miami and Orlando. Employers including Lockheed Martin, Raytheon, and Medtronic have established engineering operations across the state and have sponsored international engineers for work visas.
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Position Description:
Torque by Ryder is immediately hiring a Permanent Full Time Experienced Mobile Diesel Technician to support our Truck Fleet in Pensacola, FL.
Hear it from a Torque Mobile Mechanic Technician Here:
https://RyderCareers.Video/TorqueMMT
- Technician Positions Pay Each Week
- Hourly Pay: $33.00 per hour based on experience
- Retention Bonus: $2000 paid every quarter within the first year.
- Schedule: Flexible 40-hour work week (weekend premiums apply)
- Fuel Card and Company Cell Phone provided
- For mobile technicians, work site service vehicle will be provided
- Grow with Ryder: This position provides additional training to level up.
We want the right Maintenance Repair Mechanic Technician to join us at Ryder to manage our fleet of Heavy Duty Trucks.
Apply Here with Ryder Today
Spots are filling fast — click apply now to secure your spot.
Questions? Call Victor or text “Nashville MS4” to 904-659-3844 to speak with your recruiter today.
At Ryder, we offer outstanding benefits:
- Generous Paid Time Off
- Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance effective 30 days from hire date
- Life Insurance and Disability Insurance Options
- 401K Savings Plan with Ryder matching contributions
- Discount on purchase of Ryder Common Stock
- Employee Discounts on Automotive, Mobile plans, Travel and Hotels
- Accredited Tech School Tuition Reimbursement
- PPE & Uniforms provided at no cost
- Paid Job training and development
- Employee & Customer Referral Bonus program
Apply today and see why a job with Ryder is what you’ve been looking for. Call us or go online to apply to one of our career opportunities.
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Our Culture & Commitment:
At Ryder, you’re trusted to make an impact—while enjoying room to grow and having a voice that’s heard. Our culture is built on respect, collaboration, and shared pride in doing great work rooted in innovation and safety.
Your Voice. Your Success. The Future We Build Together.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred
- Vocational or Technical Certification Post Secondary degree or Technical Certifications, preferred
- Basic tools, required
- Requires demonstrated aptitude and applied experience in mechanical repair of automotive gas or diesel engines including:
- Routine preventative maintenance, which should include oil changes, brake and tire work
- Diagnostics and repairs, including AC, electrical systems
- Advanced skilled level repairs to include some major engine repairs, diesel after treatment or automotive fuel injection repairs
- Four (4) years or more Relevant work experience, preferred
- NonCommercial Driver License CLASS E, preferred
- Valid Commercial Driver License (CDL) CLASS A, preferred
- Other State driver's license, as required
- Four (4) years or more experience with mechanical repairs and diagnostics on heavy duty and medium duty equipment
- Must have minimum tools required to perform their job duties as outlined in Ryder's Maintenance policy 2.02
- Able to take home assigned mobile service truck, as applicable, and secure vehicle and contents
- Must be able to drive Ryder vehicles
- Ability to:
- Understand and adhere to Company policies in all areas
- Complete repair orders with the Company established systems
- Create and maintain professional relationships within all levels of the organization (peers, work groups, customers, supervisors)
- Work independently and as a member of a team
- Prioritize workload
- Proven hands-on mechanic, customer service, and account management skills
- Demonstrates customer service skills
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Flexibility to operate and self-driven to excel in a fast-paced environment
- Self-starter and self-sufficient approach
- Capable of multi-tasking, highly organized, with excellent time management skills
- Detailed oriented with excellent follow-up practices
- Entrepreneurial spirit
- Preventive Maintenance (PM230&PM298) within 90 Days
- Brakes-Air (BA220&BA298) within 90 Days
- Brake mechanics/inspectors FMCS 396.25
- Hydraulic Brake (BH220&BH298) where appropriate within 90 Days
- Tire & Wheel TW220 within 90 Days
- CF609 & A/C trained and qualified (AC220&AC298) within 180 Days
- HD electrical - DR208 within 90 Days
- Svc Island Support SBTIII trained (SBT220) and SBT Phase 2 within 180 Days
Complete 2 of the OEM On-Line diagnostic tool software courses as required by location fleet mi.
This position requires for you to drive Ryder vehicles. In order to become a Ryder employee you must:
- Pass a Ryder Drug Test
- Pass a DOT physical
- Pass a Ryder road test
- Pass a Ryder Background and Motor vehicle check including Drug and alcohol verification from previous employers for the last 3 years
Important Note: Some positions require additional screening that may include employment and education verification; motor vehicle records check and a road test; and/or badging or background requirements of the customer to which you are assigned.
Responsibilities:
- Decision making: Responsible for making decisions surrounding vehicle diagnostics and repair
- Performs vehicle maintenance and repair duties including: standard vehicle maintenance, preventive maintenance, complex repairs with minimal (if any) support
- Demonstrate the ability to access and use internal and external maintenance documents - Diagnoses and repairs complex mechanical and electronic problems with minimal (if any) support, utilizing diagnostic computers/software when applicable
- Performs remote triage to with RCRC and customers to determine best solution to assist roadside breakdowns
- Performs facility maintenance duties
- Interacts with customers/drivers to properly determine nature of complaint once assigned a task
- Instructs and advises other technicians regarding maintenance repair procedures and diagnostics
- Interact with non-contractual customers, exhibit account management skills to independently facilitate preventative maintenance, repair issue resolution, and discuss new repair estimates with customer. Coordinate work schedule as required by customers. Road test vehicles to identify cause of complaints for repairs, ensure quality of repair work performed, and deliver customer satisfaction.
- Preventive maintenance (PM) and vehicle repairs responsibilities include but is not limited to:
- A/C & Heater: Operate the system and recognize if the system is cooling or not (PM related); Perform system checks such as power to compressor, visual inspection of condenser, belt tension, etc; Identify Freon and oil leaks
- Brakes-Air: Identify components of air brake system; Operate brakes and identify irregular noises, air leaks; Perform simple air system tests; Measure lining thickness; Adjust brakes; Perform air brake sections of P.M.; Measure drums, rotors, cam bushings Perform brake repairs per (BA298) once trained and qualified
- Brakes-Hydraulic: Road test for proper operation; Make visual inspections for leaks; Check park brake operation; Check fluid level; Measure lining thickness; Adjust service brakes; Perform brake repairs per (BH298) once trained and qualified; Adjust park brakes
- Cargo Handling/Transfer, Liftgates: Identify leaks; Operate lift gate; Identify make and model; Add fluid to bring to proper level; Make minor adjustments to lift platform and its controls; Identify basic malfunctions
- Charging Systems (electrical): Visually inspect batteries; Clean connections; Check condition of belts; Test batteries; Check alternator mounting and pulley; Replace and adjust belts; Perform basic charging system check
- Clutch: Lubricate throw-out bearing, linkage, shafts, and cables; Identify proper clutch operation; Identify proper clutch brake operation
- Cooling Systems: Check and adjust coolant levels; Visually inspect system for leaks; Make minor repairs such as hose replacements, fan shrouds, leaking fittings; Recognize permanent antifreezes and their requirements; Use refractometer; Use pressure tester; Flush and refill systems
- Cranking System (electrical): Inspect and test batteries; Visually inspect cables and cranking motor; Clean the battery cables, connections and starter; Replace batteries; Charge and check batteries; Replace or repair defective cables
- Lighting System and Electrical Accessories: Repair minor wiring problems; Replace bulbs, lenses and simple light assemblies; Repair minor lighting problems; Replace and adjust sealed beams; Install or replace accessories such as heated mirrors, fans, spotlights
- Drive Axles: Inspect housings for leaks; Change oil and filter, if required, and clean breathers
- Driveline: Lubricate drive line; Inspect components for wear or damage
- Gas Engines-All Engines: Check and adjust oil levels; Identify unusual noises, and oil leaks
- Fuel Systems: Replace and prime fuel filter; Check gas and diesel fuel system components such as fuel lines, pickup tubes, return lines, etc, for proper integrity and condition
- Preventive Maintenance: Proper lube techniques; Minimal tire inspection; Brake check/applied stroke; Battery check; Under vehicle check/loose components; Initial Fault code identification; All PMs (PM298) including C supplements to exclude overheads, engine brake overhauls, DPF servicing, clean doser injector, servicing ArvinMeritor unitized hubs, inspect Lece Neville alternator brushes, inspect modulator system for proper operation, inspect/adjust shift selector cable, pop test Isuzu injectors
- Steering and Non-driven Axles and Alignment: Lubricate grease fittings, check and adjust fluid levels; Check and adjust toe; Check all steering components for wear; Check and adjust trailer axle alignment; Adjust wheel bearings including replacement of wheel seal
- Suspension-Chassis and Cab: Identify makes and models; Identify normal operation; Identify and repair minor air leaks; Identify malfunctions of basic nature, broken springs, excessive wear on bushings, etc
- Tire and Wheel Maintenance: Perform air pressure checks; Check tread depth; Identify tires that need to be changed or repaired; Perform tire P.M. checks; Replace tire and wheel assemblies; Mount/dismount and rotate tires; Perform tire/wheel checks/repairs per (TW298)
- Vehicle Coupling System (PM): Lubricate fifth wheel plate and slider mechanism; Operate slider mechanism
- Utilize key functions of Shop Management System and electronic documentation available. Perform work in accordance with all federal/provincial and corporate compliance guidelines (i.e. safety, DOT). Use internal and external maintenance documents
- Performs other duties as assigned.
- Ensure proper maintenance of all service, safety and environmental records required to meet and/or exceed corporate, federal, state, and local government mandated requirements.
- Accountable for key maintenance measurements established by company policy, related to the inspection and performance of PMs, brakes, tires, wheels, including any maintenance items directly associated with the safety of the customer.
Ryder is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug Free workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability.
Product Development Engineer Job Roles in Florida
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Which companies sponsor visas for product development engineers in Florida?
Several large Florida employers have a documented history of sponsoring work visas for engineering roles. Aerospace and defense contractors such as Lockheed Martin, Raytheon Technologies, and L3Harris Technologies, headquartered or operating in the Space Coast and Orlando regions, regularly file Labor Condition Applications for product development engineers. In the medical device sector, companies like Medtronic and Stryker have Florida operations that hire and sponsor international engineering talent.
Which visa types are most common for product development engineer roles in Florida?
The H-1B visa is the most common visa category for product development engineers in Florida, as the role typically qualifies as a specialty occupation requiring at least a bachelor's degree in engineering or a related technical field. Employers also sponsor L-1B visas for engineers transferring from an overseas office within the same company. Australians may be eligible for the E-3 visa, which has no lottery and is processed faster than the H-1B visa.
Which cities in Florida have the most product development engineer sponsorship jobs?
The Space Coast, centered on Melbourne and Titusville, concentrates aerospace and defense engineering roles near Kennedy Space Center. Orlando supports a broad mix of simulation technology, defense, and consumer electronics engineering employers. Tampa and St. Petersburg host a growing medical device and life sciences corridor. Miami increasingly attracts technology companies, particularly in consumer products and hardware, where product development engineers are in demand.
How to find product development engineer visa sponsorship jobs in Florida?
Migrate Mate aggregates visa sponsorship jobs filtered specifically by role and state, so you can browse product development engineer openings in Florida without sifting through listings that don't sponsor. The platform focuses on international job seekers, which means the roles displayed are sourced with sponsorship in mind. Filtering by Florida on Migrate Mate surfaces relevant openings across the Space Coast, Orlando, Tampa, and Miami markets in one place.
Are there state-specific factors that affect visa sponsorship for product development engineers in Florida?
Florida's concentration of aerospace and defense employers introduces one important consideration: many roles in that sector require security clearances, which can complicate or preclude sponsorship for candidates who are not U.S. citizens or lawful permanent residents. University of Florida, University of Central Florida, and Florida International University all produce engineering graduates who enter the local talent pool, giving regional employers experience working with international students on OPT who later transition to H-1B sponsorship.
What is the prevailing wage for sponsored product development engineer jobs in Florida?
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.