Project Engineer Visa Sponsorship Jobs in Illinois
Illinois project engineers find strong hiring activity across Chicago's construction, infrastructure, and manufacturing sectors, with major employers like Skanska, AECOM, and Caterpillar regularly filling roles that qualify for visa sponsorship. Demand is concentrated in Chicago but extends to Peoria, Rockford, and the broader metro area.
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As a family-run, high-tech company with nearly 19,000 employees at 71 locations worldwide, we are looking for forward thinkers with unconventional ideas and drive to join our team. Our company culture, which values collaboration and mutual trust, creates the ideal framework for boldly trying new things and questioning the status quo. Our technologies inspire people to develop and produce things that are currently unimaginable. Whether lasers, machine tools, EUV or electronics - TRUMPF is building technological worlds for future generations. Are you ready for new challenges?
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The Industrial Project Engineer would be a part of the TRUMPF software integration group that focuses on Industry 4.0 software solutions for the next generation Smart Factory. The group is responsible to detail, implement and fully support Oseon as part of larger industrial automation projects as well as implementing production processes to track downstream operations. Oseon is TRUMPF’s solution for production management and material flow control.
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Install, configure, and integrate TRUMPF’s Oseon system & TruTops Boost programming systems.
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Implement new systems. Travel to customer sites as scheduled by the automation Project Manager. Work as a team with Automation Service and Applications teams onsite during the implementation/service phases. Integrate the software for next generation Smart Factory automation systems.
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Plan with the customer. Assess process value chain and adapt sold TRUMPF software solutions to customer needs.
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Configure customer machinery to establish connectivity and exchange data.
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Service existing systems. Perform periodic upgrades and re-configure machinery.
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Take cases from the SIS case queue. Support existing customers with troubleshooting issues over phone, email, and onsite.
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Provide local support for the TRUMPF Smart Factories in Chicago, IL area as well as in Farmington, CT.
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Up to 50% travel in United States, Canada, and Mexico.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
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1-2 years experience in an Industrial Engineering, Software Systems, or Systems Integration environment.
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Some understanding of MS SQL Server, Windows Server operating systems, knowledge of system networking, and familiarity with client-server software.
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Excellent presentation and communication skills.
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Experience with CAD/CAM programming software for machine tools is highly desirable.
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Knowledge of sheet metal manufacturing value stream and CNC machine technology highly desirable.
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Understanding of ERP/MRP systems, as well as the integration process with the aforementioned software solutions is highly desirable.
Education
- Bachelor’s degree or higher in Industrial Engineering, Information Systems, Systems Engineering, Computer Science or related field.
TRUMPF Inc. endeavors to make TRUMPF careers pages accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance in completing the applications process, please contact our HR department at 860.255.6000 or at HRgeneral@us.trumpf.com. This contact information is for accommodation requests only and can not be used to inquire about the status of application.
INTRODUCTION
As a family-run, high-tech company with nearly 19,000 employees at 71 locations worldwide, we are looking for forward thinkers with unconventional ideas and drive to join our team. Our company culture, which values collaboration and mutual trust, creates the ideal framework for boldly trying new things and questioning the status quo. Our technologies inspire people to develop and produce things that are currently unimaginable. Whether lasers, machine tools, EUV or electronics - TRUMPF is building technological worlds for future generations. Are you ready for new challenges?
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The Industrial Project Engineer would be a part of the TRUMPF software integration group that focuses on Industry 4.0 software solutions for the next generation Smart Factory. The group is responsible to detail, implement and fully support Oseon as part of larger industrial automation projects as well as implementing production processes to track downstream operations. Oseon is TRUMPF’s solution for production management and material flow control.
-
Install, configure, and integrate TRUMPF’s Oseon system & TruTops Boost programming systems.
-
Implement new systems. Travel to customer sites as scheduled by the automation Project Manager. Work as a team with Automation Service and Applications teams onsite during the implementation/service phases. Integrate the software for next generation Smart Factory automation systems.
-
Plan with the customer. Assess process value chain and adapt sold TRUMPF software solutions to customer needs.
-
Configure customer machinery to establish connectivity and exchange data.
-
Service existing systems. Perform periodic upgrades and re-configure machinery.
-
Take cases from the SIS case queue. Support existing customers with troubleshooting issues over phone, email, and onsite.
-
Provide local support for the TRUMPF Smart Factories in Chicago, IL area as well as in Farmington, CT.
-
Up to 50% travel in United States, Canada, and Mexico.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
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1-2 years experience in an Industrial Engineering, Software Systems, or Systems Integration environment.
-
Some understanding of MS SQL Server, Windows Server operating systems, knowledge of system networking, and familiarity with client-server software.
-
Excellent presentation and communication skills.
-
Experience with CAD/CAM programming software for machine tools is highly desirable.
-
Knowledge of sheet metal manufacturing value stream and CNC machine technology highly desirable.
-
Understanding of ERP/MRP systems, as well as the integration process with the aforementioned software solutions is highly desirable.
Education
- Bachelor’s degree or higher in Industrial Engineering, Information Systems, Systems Engineering, Computer Science or related field.
TRUMPF Inc. endeavors to make TRUMPF careers pages accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance in completing the applications process, please contact our HR department at 860.255.6000 or at HRgeneral@us.trumpf.com. This contact information is for accommodation requests only and can not be used to inquire about the status of application.
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Which companies sponsor visas for project engineers in Illinois?
Large engineering and construction firms are the most active sponsors for project engineers in Illinois. Companies like AECOM, Skanska, Jacobs Engineering, and Burns & McDonnell have consistent H-1B filing histories in the state. Heavy manufacturers including Caterpillar and Abbott also sponsor project engineers in specialized roles. Sponsorship activity is highest among firms with ongoing infrastructure, industrial, or facilities projects requiring engineering expertise.
Which visa types are most common for project engineers in Illinois?
The H-1B is the most common visa category for project engineers in Illinois, as most roles require a bachelor's degree in civil, mechanical, electrical, or industrial engineering, which satisfies the specialty occupation standard. Canadian and Mexican nationals may qualify for TN status under the engineer category. Australian citizens can explore the E-3 visa. Applicants with exceptional credentials may also be considered for O-1A classification.
How to find project engineer visa sponsorship jobs in Illinois?
Migrate Mate filters project engineer job listings by visa sponsorship and state, making it straightforward to identify Illinois employers actively willing to sponsor. You can browse roles specific to construction, manufacturing, and infrastructure sectors where sponsorship is most common in Illinois. Filtering by role and location on Migrate Mate surfaces opportunities that general job boards typically don't flag for sponsorship status.
Which cities in Illinois have the most project engineer sponsorship jobs?
Chicago and its surrounding suburbs, including Schaumburg, Naperville, and Downers Grove, account for the majority of project engineer sponsorship activity in Illinois. The Chicago metro is home to major engineering consultancies, general contractors, and corporate engineering departments. Peoria has a notable concentration of manufacturing-related project engineering roles, particularly tied to Caterpillar's operations. Rockford also has industrial project engineering demand, though at lower volume.
Are there any Illinois-specific considerations for project engineers seeking visa sponsorship?
Illinois project engineers should be aware that the Chicago metro carries higher prevailing wage obligations under Department of Labor standards, which affects what employers must pay sponsored workers. The University of Illinois and Northwestern produce large engineering graduate cohorts, creating competitive hiring conditions. Roles tied to Illinois infrastructure programs, including transit and water system projects, often sit with firms that have established sponsorship processes, making them more accessible for international candidates.
What is the prevailing wage for sponsored project engineer jobs in Illinois?
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.
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