Construction E-3 Sponsorship Jobs in Mississippi
E-3 visa construction jobs in Mississippi span large infrastructure contractors and commercial builders active in the Gulf Coast corridor, Jackson metro, and port-adjacent development zones. Major employers in the state include Yates Construction, Turner Industries, and Brown & Root Industrial Services. Australian engineers, project managers, and estimators fill specialty occupation roles that meet E-3 degree requirements.
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KNAPP brings new technology to warehouse automation.
The KNAPP Group is a global provider of intelligent automation solutions for intralogistics and manufacturing, specializing in the sectors healthcare, fashion/apparel, general retail, food retail, industry and service. We live and breathe automation. We – more than 8,000 employees of the KNAPP Group in over 60 locations worldwide, shaping the future-oriented industry of intralogistics are dedicated to making complexity simple.
One of the KNAPP’s primary goals is to use continuous innovation to drive warehouse automation forward, always with the specific needs of the customers in mind. KNAPP Group’s unrelenting development activity is evident in everything from automated order picking systems and continuing refinement of container handling technology to its state-of-the-art, industry leading software solutions.
WHAT YOU GET TO DO
The Logistics Operations Engineer oversees that Customer’s logistics operations, such as manufacturing and shipping, works properly and meets Customer and KNAPP specifications, which are measured through key performance indicators (KPI’s). The LOE handles all matters related to the logistics operations system and its machinery, such as Incident, Problem, and Change Management.
This role encompasses a combination of supervisory, technical, training, and administrative responsibilities. Additionally, in this role, the LOE will serve as a liaison between KNAPP and Customer to fine tune the operations. As a key member of the team working directly with the Knapp Customer, the LOE will interact with the Hotline (HQ), computer systems, software, physical technology (machinery), engineers, and end users to increase stability and efficiency and establish best practices. The LOE will train other personnel to use existing, changed, or new software and machinery integration.
Tasks and functions:
Increase system stability
- Identify operational issues by observing and analyzing the system function and performance results
- Continuously analyze and improve the operational process (measure = throughput)
- Lead and supervise troubleshooting procedures such as:
- Incident Management (measure = time to resolve Service Level Agreement)
- Problem Management (measure = time to complete development cycle)
- Change Management (measure = % of successful CRs)
- Identify operational priorities by assessing operational objectives (measure = uptime)
- Continuous Improvement Process (measure = ITIL compliance, TPX Dashboard) Investigate complaints and suggestions
Increase system efficiency
- Develop operational solutions by defining, studying, estimating, and screening alternative solutions
- Determine impact on whole logistics system
- Continuous Improvement Process
- Anticipate operational issues by studying operational targets, modes of operation, limitations
- Monitoring technical availability (measure = CMMS, Logistic Dashboard)
- Monitoring performance (measure = Logistic Dashboard)
Overview of the Role:
- Demonstrate KiSoft Warehouse Management and Control System expertise (WMS/WCS) assisting with warehouse automation and logistic solutions
- Support commissioning activities for projects requiring WMS and/or WCS, including planning and coordination of all testing activities required by Customer and company during all phases of testing leading up to the “go live” date
- Support, modify, and/or enhance Knapp’s software product to sustain operations in the warehouses
- Provide onsite support for enhancement projects and new WMS and WCS projects
- Define new WMS and WCS requirements for changes requested by Customer. Build and manage defects list of issues identified in warehouse
- Train customers to better utilize KiSoft capabilities and analyze/diagnose common/typical issues that occur in operational warehouses
- Analyse/diagnose issues that occur in the operational warehouse, including conveyor and SDA hardware, server hardware and software, application and control system software, and customer-owned printers and labellers. Log all issues and report to Customer management
- Write customer requested reports using proprietary reporting software and SQL
- Help the Customer troubleshoot in-house written reports
- Deploy customer written reports to the production environment
- Install and troubleshoot Navigator and SCADA software on Customer-owned workstations and laptops
- Log and report to Customer management free disk space on Knapp servers and opportunities for system enhancements
Key Responsibilities:
- Oversee WMS and WCS software functionality of a warehouse
- Identify and resolve issues in WMS and WCS software application area
- Independently monitor the system hardware and software
- Identify and resolve critical mechanical issues
- Install software on Windows workstations and laptops
- Provide logistical support for warehouse operations
- Write management reports for the Customer
Other Duties and Responsibilities
- Technician with deep understanding (know how) of the system
- Be readily available during working hours, without delay
- Respond fast to incidents and problems
- Provide quick response to questions
- Receive/provide on-site training
- Use in-depth analysis of problems on-site when possible
- Speed up communication with higher support levels due to knowledge of internal workflow and good pre-analysis
- Manage on-site Release Management in close consultation with Customer
- Learn and share information about new features and facilities improvements
WHAT YOU HAVE
- Competent knowledge of software applications and SQL
- Technical knowledge in Linux, Windows 10, and Windows Server
- Technical knowledge in Oracle database, PL/SQL, Java and/or C++
- Technical knowledge about hardware, server, and workstation construction
- Technical knowledge in network technologies
- Several years’ experience in software commissioning is an advantage
- Understanding of how mechanical and electrical machinery functions
- Ability to work independently or on a team
- Basic understanding of software development concepts
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office
Working Conditions and Environment:
- Overtime as required by work
- Authorization to work in the U.S.
- Passport or ability to obtain passport
- Professional office etiquette is required at all times
- Physical requirement may include sitting, stooping, bending, visual acuity, finger dexterity, walking, lifting up to 50 pounds
WHAT YOU WILL GET
- Industry competitive compensation
- Great benefits with better than average employer contributions, including health, dental, vision, life insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, Short & Long Term Disability and more!
- 401k with a very generous employer match and no vesting!
- Paid Vacation & Holidays
- Profit Sharing
- Paid Parental Leave
- Subsidized Daycare
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Pet Insurance
KNAPP is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to a work environment that supports, inspires, and respects all individuals without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, veteran, disability status or any other basis protected by law.
Due to the safety-sensitive nature of this position, strict adherence to KNAPP’s drug-free workplace policy is required. All candidates will be subject to drug-screening in accordance with the policy and will be expected to remain drug-free during their employment. There will be no exception if recreational or medical use of marijuana is permitted in the location of employment and/or residence or if use of marijuana is only during “off-hours.”
WHO WE ARE
KNAPP brings new technology to warehouse automation.
The KNAPP Group is a global provider of intelligent automation solutions for intralogistics and manufacturing, specializing in the sectors healthcare, fashion/apparel, general retail, food retail, industry and service. We live and breathe automation. We – more than 8,000 employees of the KNAPP Group in over 60 locations worldwide, shaping the future-oriented industry of intralogistics are dedicated to making complexity simple.
One of the KNAPP’s primary goals is to use continuous innovation to drive warehouse automation forward, always with the specific needs of the customers in mind. KNAPP Group’s unrelenting development activity is evident in everything from automated order picking systems and continuing refinement of container handling technology to its state-of-the-art, industry leading software solutions.
WHAT YOU GET TO DO
The Logistics Operations Engineer oversees that Customer’s logistics operations, such as manufacturing and shipping, works properly and meets Customer and KNAPP specifications, which are measured through key performance indicators (KPI’s). The LOE handles all matters related to the logistics operations system and its machinery, such as Incident, Problem, and Change Management.
This role encompasses a combination of supervisory, technical, training, and administrative responsibilities. Additionally, in this role, the LOE will serve as a liaison between KNAPP and Customer to fine tune the operations. As a key member of the team working directly with the Knapp Customer, the LOE will interact with the Hotline (HQ), computer systems, software, physical technology (machinery), engineers, and end users to increase stability and efficiency and establish best practices. The LOE will train other personnel to use existing, changed, or new software and machinery integration.
Tasks and functions:
Increase system stability
- Identify operational issues by observing and analyzing the system function and performance results
- Continuously analyze and improve the operational process (measure = throughput)
- Lead and supervise troubleshooting procedures such as:
- Incident Management (measure = time to resolve Service Level Agreement)
- Problem Management (measure = time to complete development cycle)
- Change Management (measure = % of successful CRs)
- Identify operational priorities by assessing operational objectives (measure = uptime)
- Continuous Improvement Process (measure = ITIL compliance, TPX Dashboard) Investigate complaints and suggestions
Increase system efficiency
- Develop operational solutions by defining, studying, estimating, and screening alternative solutions
- Determine impact on whole logistics system
- Continuous Improvement Process
- Anticipate operational issues by studying operational targets, modes of operation, limitations
- Monitoring technical availability (measure = CMMS, Logistic Dashboard)
- Monitoring performance (measure = Logistic Dashboard)
Overview of the Role:
- Demonstrate KiSoft Warehouse Management and Control System expertise (WMS/WCS) assisting with warehouse automation and logistic solutions
- Support commissioning activities for projects requiring WMS and/or WCS, including planning and coordination of all testing activities required by Customer and company during all phases of testing leading up to the “go live” date
- Support, modify, and/or enhance Knapp’s software product to sustain operations in the warehouses
- Provide onsite support for enhancement projects and new WMS and WCS projects
- Define new WMS and WCS requirements for changes requested by Customer. Build and manage defects list of issues identified in warehouse
- Train customers to better utilize KiSoft capabilities and analyze/diagnose common/typical issues that occur in operational warehouses
- Analyse/diagnose issues that occur in the operational warehouse, including conveyor and SDA hardware, server hardware and software, application and control system software, and customer-owned printers and labellers. Log all issues and report to Customer management
- Write customer requested reports using proprietary reporting software and SQL
- Help the Customer troubleshoot in-house written reports
- Deploy customer written reports to the production environment
- Install and troubleshoot Navigator and SCADA software on Customer-owned workstations and laptops
- Log and report to Customer management free disk space on Knapp servers and opportunities for system enhancements
Key Responsibilities:
- Oversee WMS and WCS software functionality of a warehouse
- Identify and resolve issues in WMS and WCS software application area
- Independently monitor the system hardware and software
- Identify and resolve critical mechanical issues
- Install software on Windows workstations and laptops
- Provide logistical support for warehouse operations
- Write management reports for the Customer
Other Duties and Responsibilities
- Technician with deep understanding (know how) of the system
- Be readily available during working hours, without delay
- Respond fast to incidents and problems
- Provide quick response to questions
- Receive/provide on-site training
- Use in-depth analysis of problems on-site when possible
- Speed up communication with higher support levels due to knowledge of internal workflow and good pre-analysis
- Manage on-site Release Management in close consultation with Customer
- Learn and share information about new features and facilities improvements
WHAT YOU HAVE
- Competent knowledge of software applications and SQL
- Technical knowledge in Linux, Windows 10, and Windows Server
- Technical knowledge in Oracle database, PL/SQL, Java and/or C++
- Technical knowledge about hardware, server, and workstation construction
- Technical knowledge in network technologies
- Several years’ experience in software commissioning is an advantage
- Understanding of how mechanical and electrical machinery functions
- Ability to work independently or on a team
- Basic understanding of software development concepts
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office
Working Conditions and Environment:
- Overtime as required by work
- Authorization to work in the U.S.
- Passport or ability to obtain passport
- Professional office etiquette is required at all times
- Physical requirement may include sitting, stooping, bending, visual acuity, finger dexterity, walking, lifting up to 50 pounds
WHAT YOU WILL GET
- Industry competitive compensation
- Great benefits with better than average employer contributions, including health, dental, vision, life insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, Short & Long Term Disability and more!
- 401k with a very generous employer match and no vesting!
- Paid Vacation & Holidays
- Profit Sharing
- Paid Parental Leave
- Subsidized Daycare
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Pet Insurance
KNAPP is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to a work environment that supports, inspires, and respects all individuals without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, veteran, disability status or any other basis protected by law.
Due to the safety-sensitive nature of this position, strict adherence to KNAPP’s drug-free workplace policy is required. All candidates will be subject to drug-screening in accordance with the policy and will be expected to remain drug-free during their employment. There will be no exception if recreational or medical use of marijuana is permitted in the location of employment and/or residence or if use of marijuana is only during “off-hours.”
E-3 Construction Job Roles in Mississippi
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Search Construction Jobs in MississippiConstruction E-3 Sponsorship Jobs in Mississippi: Frequently Asked Questions
Which construction companies in Mississippi sponsor E-3 visas?
Large general contractors and industrial services firms active in Mississippi are the most consistent E-3 visa sponsors in construction. Companies such as Yates Construction, Fluor, Turner Industries, and Brown & Root Industrial Services have filed Labor Condition Applications for specialty occupation roles. Project management, civil engineering, and structural engineering positions are where sponsorship activity is most concentrated. Checking DOL LCA disclosure data by employer name gives the clearest picture of recent filing history.
Which cities in Mississippi have the most construction E-3 sponsorship jobs?
Jackson, the state capital, generates the highest volume of commercial and infrastructure construction activity and consequently the most specialty occupation openings. Gulfport and Biloxi on the Gulf Coast support significant industrial, port, and hospitality construction work. Hattiesburg sees steady institutional and residential development. For large industrial and petrochemical project work, the Pascagoula area near the Alabama border draws engineers and project managers from interstate and international pools.
What types of construction roles typically qualify for E-3 sponsorship in Mississippi?
E-3 eligibility requires the role to meet the specialty occupation standard: a position that normally requires at least a bachelor's degree in a directly related field. In construction, qualifying roles typically include civil engineer, structural engineer, geotechnical engineer, construction project manager, cost estimator, and building information modeling specialist. Site supervisor and general trades roles ordinarily do not qualify because they do not require a specific degree. USCIS and O*NET occupation profiles are useful references for confirming whether a specific job title meets the standard.
How do I find construction E-3 sponsorship jobs in Mississippi?
Migrate Mate filters job listings by visa type and industry, so you can search specifically for construction roles in Mississippi where employers have confirmed E-3 sponsorship. The platform surfaces DOL LCA filing history, letting you see which Mississippi construction companies have sponsored E-3 workers before. Focusing on civil engineering, project management, and estimating roles will return the strongest results, as those align most closely with the specialty occupation standard that E-3 requires.
Are there state-specific considerations for E-3 construction jobs in Mississippi?
Mississippi does not impose state-level work authorization requirements beyond federal E-3 rules, but professional engineering licensure from the Mississippi State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors is required for roles involving engineering sign-off. Australian engineers should confirm whether their credentials qualify for reciprocal recognition or whether additional examinations are needed before accepting a role that requires a Mississippi P.E. license. OFLC Wage Search provides prevailing wage benchmarks by occupation and county that employers must meet when filing the LCA.
What is the prevailing wage for E-3 construction jobs in Mississippi?
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.