Engineering Technician Visa Sponsorship Jobs in New Jersey
New Jersey's engineering technician jobs span pharmaceutical manufacturing in the Raritan Valley corridor, defense and aerospace contractors along the Route 1 tech belt, and utility infrastructure firms statewide. Major employers including Johnson & Johnson, Lockheed Martin, and PSE&G have sponsored engineering technician roles. Newark, Parsippany, and Trenton are the primary hiring centers for international candidates seeking visa sponsorship.
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Position Summary
OPEX Corporation is currently looking for a full-time Test Engineering Technician to work at our World Headquarters in Moorestown, NJ. This position provides support for the proprietary electronics test fixtures used in our warehouse automation, document scanning and high-speed mail extraction equipment. Candidate will be responsible for the maintenance of board test/repair fixtures, performing component-level failure analysis of Field returned PCBAs, supporting the development engineers with their projects as well as supporting Electrical Assembly.
OPEX provides a challenging and growing team-oriented environment for developing and expanding our innovative, industry-leading technology. If this sounds attractive, OPEX is a great place for you to advance your career.
Qualifications
- Associate’s Degree in Electronics, Technical School education and/or equivalent hands-on experience.
- 3+ years’ experience in a technical development environment.
- A solid, fundamental understanding of Analog and Digital circuitry.
- Ability to understand various technical documentation including schematics, component data sheets, test procedures, ECOs and other technical documentation.
- Familiarity with all standard test equipment (e.g. Oscilloscopes, Multimeters).
- Soldering experience with both through-hole and SMT.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills, including writing Test Procedures and build documentation.
- Experience in the creation and design of printed circuit boards is a plus.
- Experience with C programming for embedded designs is a huge plus.
- Experience with 3D modeling (i.e. Inventor, Creo, Solidworks) is also a huge plus.
Responsibilities
- Provide test fixture repair and maintenance.
- Provide component-level failure analysis on Field returned PCBAs.
- Create or amend test procedures and other supporting documentation.
- Develop or assist with development of various test environments.
- Work closely with the Test Engineers during project development, assisting as needed with documentation and debug efforts.
- Work closely with Opex board repair technicians to assist with troubleshooting difficult faults while helping to increase their overall knowledge.
- Support Electrical Assembly in creation and maintenance of cable/harness tests.
- Assist Production with challenging system-level problems.
- Skilled in troubleshooting and critical thinking.
- Other responsibilities as required.
Physical/Work Environment
- Office and warehouse setting
- Ability to lift up to 25 pounds
The salary is $45,500 to $58,000, based on experience.
Company Overview
OPEX Corporation is more than a manufacturer of machines. We continuously reimagine technology to power the future for our customers.
With an innovative approach, we engineer unique automated solutions that support our customers so they can solve the most pressing business challenges for both today and tomorrow. Our scalable Warehouse, Document, and Mail Automation solutions improve workflow, accelerate change, and drive efficiencies in infrastructure.
We are a family-owned and operated organization with more than 1400 committed employees who innovate, manufacture, install, and service products that are helping transform industry every day. We listen to our customers, respect each other, and work together to help reimagine the future through automated solutions.
At OPEX, we are Next Generation Automation.
Benefits:
Benefits include, but are not limited to:
- Full medical, dental and vision with low employee contribution rates
- Paid holidays and PTO allowance
- 401k with matching and profit sharing
- Basic life insurance, short term and long-term disability
- On-site fitness facility
- Tuition reimbursement available
OPEX Corporation is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, and protected veteran status.
Technician in Test Engineering (starting the beginning of June)
Position Summary
OPEX Corporation is currently looking for a full-time Test Engineering Technician to work at our World Headquarters in Moorestown, NJ. This position provides support for the proprietary electronics test fixtures used in our warehouse automation, document scanning and high-speed mail extraction equipment. Candidate will be responsible for the maintenance of board test/repair fixtures, performing component-level failure analysis of Field returned PCBAs, supporting the development engineers with their projects as well as supporting Electrical Assembly.
OPEX provides a challenging and growing team-oriented environment for developing and expanding our innovative, industry-leading technology. If this sounds attractive, OPEX is a great place for you to advance your career.
Qualifications
- Associate’s Degree in Electronics, Technical School education and/or equivalent hands-on experience.
- 3+ years’ experience in a technical development environment.
- A solid, fundamental understanding of Analog and Digital circuitry.
- Ability to understand various technical documentation including schematics, component data sheets, test procedures, ECOs and other technical documentation.
- Familiarity with all standard test equipment (e.g. Oscilloscopes, Multimeters).
- Soldering experience with both through-hole and SMT.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills, including writing Test Procedures and build documentation.
- Experience in the creation and design of printed circuit boards is a plus.
- Experience with C programming for embedded designs is a huge plus.
- Experience with 3D modeling (i.e. Inventor, Creo, Solidworks) is also a huge plus.
Responsibilities
- Provide test fixture repair and maintenance.
- Provide component-level failure analysis on Field returned PCBAs.
- Create or amend test procedures and other supporting documentation.
- Develop or assist with development of various test environments.
- Work closely with the Test Engineers during project development, assisting as needed with documentation and debug efforts.
- Work closely with Opex board repair technicians to assist with troubleshooting difficult faults while helping to increase their overall knowledge.
- Support Electrical Assembly in creation and maintenance of cable/harness tests.
- Assist Production with challenging system-level problems.
- Skilled in troubleshooting and critical thinking.
- Other responsibilities as required.
Physical/Work Environment
- Office and warehouse setting
- Ability to lift up to 25 pounds
The salary is $45,500 to $58,000, based on experience.
Company Overview
OPEX Corporation is more than a manufacturer of machines. We continuously reimagine technology to power the future for our customers.
With an innovative approach, we engineer unique automated solutions that support our customers so they can solve the most pressing business challenges for both today and tomorrow. Our scalable Warehouse, Document, and Mail Automation solutions improve workflow, accelerate change, and drive efficiencies in infrastructure.
We are a family-owned and operated organization with more than 1400 committed employees who innovate, manufacture, install, and service products that are helping transform industry every day. We listen to our customers, respect each other, and work together to help reimagine the future through automated solutions.
At OPEX, we are Next Generation Automation.
Benefits:
Benefits include, but are not limited to:
- Full medical, dental and vision with low employee contribution rates
- Paid holidays and PTO allowance
- 401k with matching and profit sharing
- Basic life insurance, short term and long-term disability
- On-site fitness facility
- Tuition reimbursement available
OPEX Corporation is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, and protected veteran status.
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Which companies sponsor visas for engineering technicians in New Jersey?
New Jersey employers with documented histories of sponsoring engineering technician roles include Johnson & Johnson, Merck, Lockheed Martin, Cognizant, and PSE&G. Pharmaceutical and life sciences manufacturers concentrated in Somerset and Middlesex counties are among the most active sponsors, as are defense contractors operating near Moorestown and Mount Laurel. Sponsorship activity is not uniform across employers, so confirming willingness early in the application process matters.
Which visa types are most common for engineering technician roles in New Jersey?
The H-1B is the most frequently used visa for engineering technicians in New Jersey, provided the role qualifies as a specialty occupation requiring at least a bachelor's degree in a directly related technical field. Some positions in defense and aerospace may require security clearances that affect sponsorship eligibility. Candidates from Canada and Mexico may qualify for TN status under the USMCA if their role aligns with an eligible occupation category.
Which cities in New Jersey have the most engineering technician sponsorship jobs?
Newark, Parsippany, and Trenton see consistent demand for engineering technicians, supported by corporate headquarters and manufacturing operations nearby. The Route 1 corridor between Trenton and New Brunswick is particularly active given its concentration of pharmaceutical, biotech, and electronics employers. Moorestown and Mount Laurel attract defense-sector technicians, while Edison and Piscataway host a mix of industrial and research-focused engineering roles.
How to find engineering technician visa sponsorship jobs in New Jersey?
Migrate Mate filters engineering technician roles specifically by visa sponsorship willingness, saving you from applying to positions where international candidates are not considered. For New Jersey, focus your search on pharmaceutical, defense, and utility sectors, which have the strongest sponsorship track records in the state. Migrate Mate surfaces active listings so you can identify which employers are currently hiring and sponsoring rather than guessing from general company reputation.
Are there state-specific considerations for engineering technicians pursuing sponsorship in New Jersey?
New Jersey's engineering technician market is heavily shaped by its pharmaceutical manufacturing base, which often requires candidates to have hands-on experience with GMP environments, validation processes, or laboratory instrumentation. The Department of Labor sets prevailing wage levels for each county in New Jersey, and employers must attest to meeting those wages on the Labor Condition Application filed before an H-1B petition. Proximity to universities like Rutgers also creates strong domestic candidate competition, so international applicants benefit from specializing in high-demand technical disciplines.
What is the prevailing wage for sponsored engineering technician jobs in New Jersey?
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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