Controls Engineer Visa Sponsorship Jobs in Ohio

Ohio's controls engineer hiring is anchored in its dense manufacturing base, with major employers like Rockwell Automation, Honda, General Electric, and Procter and Gamble operating facilities across Columbus, Cincinnati, Cleveland, and Dayton. International candidates with automation, PLC, and SCADA expertise will find active sponsorship activity in these industrial corridors.

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Open Jobs340+
Top Visa TypeH-1B
Work Type97% On-site
Salary Range$42K – $56K
Top LocationColumbus, OH
Most JobsCTL ENGINEERING

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Owens-Brockway Glass Container, Inc.
Forming Electrical / Controls Engineer
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Owens-Brockway Glass Container, Inc.
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Forming Electrical / Controls Engineer
Owens-Brockway Glass Container, Inc.
Perrysburg, Ohio
Specialized Engineering
Electrical Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Engineering (Non-Software)
$105,000 - $120,000/yr
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Makino, Inc
Controls Engineer
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Makino, Inc
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Controls Engineer
Makino, Inc
Mason, Ohio
Specialized Engineering
Electrical Engineering
Industrial & Manufacturing Engineering
Engineering (Non-Software)
Manufacturing Engineering
On-Site
Bachelor's
501-1,000

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E-Technologies Group, LLC
Senior Controls Engineer
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E-Technologies Group, LLC
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Senior Controls Engineer
E-Technologies Group, LLC
Conesville, Ohio
Specialized Engineering
Electrical Engineering
Industrial & Manufacturing Engineering
Engineering (Non-Software)
Industrial Engineering
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On-Site
3+ yrs exp.
Associate's

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DLR Group
Senior Mechanical Controls Engineer
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DLR Group
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Senior Mechanical Controls Engineer
DLR Group
Cleveland, Ohio
Specialized Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Project & Program Management
Engineering (Non-Software)
Project Management
$84,700/yr - $144,430/yr
On-Site
7+ yrs exp.
Bachelor's

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E-technologies Group, LLC.
Controls Engineer - Material Handling
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E-technologies Group, LLC.
Added 2w ago
Controls Engineer - Material Handling
E-technologies Group, LLC.
West Chester, Ohio
Specialized Engineering
Electrical Engineering
Industrial & Manufacturing Engineering
Engineering (Non-Software)
Manufacturing Engineering
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Controls Engineer Job Roles in Ohio

Quality Control255 jobs
Engineering (Non-Software)197 jobs
Specialized Engineering196 jobs
Manufacturing Operations144 jobs
Electrical Engineering95 jobs
Manufacturing Engineering70 jobs
Industrial & Manufacturing Engineering61 jobs
Project & Program Management60 jobs
Project Management58 jobs
Construction Management36 jobs

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Controls Engineer Jobs in Ohio: Frequently Asked Questions

Which companies sponsor visas for controls engineers in Ohio?

Ohio manufacturers and industrial automation firms with documented H-1B sponsorship histories include Honda Manufacturing of America in Marysville, General Electric in Cincinnati, Rockwell Automation, Procter and Gamble, and various Tier 1 automotive suppliers concentrated in the Toledo and Columbus metro areas. Larger multinationals tend to have established immigration programs and sponsor controls engineers more consistently than smaller regional firms.

Which visa types are most common for controls engineer roles in Ohio?

The H-1B is the most common visa for controls engineers in Ohio, classifying the role as a specialty occupation requiring at least a bachelor's degree in electrical, mechanical, or controls engineering. The O-1A is an option for engineers with demonstrated exceptional ability. Canadian and Mexican nationals may qualify for TN status under the engineer category, which allows entry without going through the H-1B lottery.

How to find controls engineer visa sponsorship jobs in Ohio?

Migrate Mate is built specifically for international candidates seeking visa sponsorship and lets you filter controls engineer roles by state, including Ohio. Because sponsorship willingness is often unstated in job postings, Migrate Mate surfaces employers with verified sponsorship histories in automation and industrial engineering, saving you from applying to companies that won't support an H-1B or TN petition for this role.

Which cities in Ohio have the most controls engineer sponsorship jobs?

Columbus, Cincinnati, Cleveland, and Dayton account for the majority of controls engineer sponsorship activity in Ohio. Columbus draws from a broad manufacturing and logistics base, Cincinnati is a hub for consumer goods and chemical processing companies, Cleveland supports heavy industry and medical device manufacturing, and Dayton has deep ties to aerospace and defense contractors that regularly hire controls and automation engineers.

Are there any Ohio-specific considerations for controls engineers pursuing visa sponsorship?

Ohio's high concentration of automotive and aerospace manufacturers means controls engineer roles here frequently require familiarity with industry-specific standards like ISO/TS 16949 or AS9100, which can strengthen a sponsorship case by demonstrating specialized knowledge. Ohio State University and the University of Cincinnati produce engineering graduates who enter local pipelines, so employers in the state are generally familiar with sponsoring international engineering talent, including OPT and H-1B transitions.

What is the prevailing wage for sponsored controls engineer jobs in Ohio?

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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