Electrical Engineer Visa Sponsorship Jobs in Oregon
Oregon's electrical engineering market centers on Hillsboro's semiconductor corridor, Portland's growing tech sector, and utilities like Portland General Electric and Pacific Power. Intel, Nike, and Precision Castparts are among the state's established sponsors. Demand spans power systems, semiconductor fabrication, and embedded systems, making Oregon a strong target for international electrical engineers seeking visa sponsorship.
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INTRODUCTION
Our thirst for technology is a part of everything we do. The Data Center Engineering team takes the physical design of our data centers into the future. Our lab mirrors a research and development department - cutting-edge strategies are born, tested and tested again. Along with a team of great minds, you take on complex topics like how we use power or how to run state-of-the-art, environmentally-friendly facilities. You're a visionary who optimizes for efficiencies and never stops seeking improvements - even small changes that can make a huge impact. You generate ideas, communicate recommendations to senior-level executives and drive implementation alongside facilities technicians.
With your technical expertise, you ensure compliance with codes and standards, develop infrastructure improvements and serve as an expert in your specialty (e.g., cooling, electrical).
As an Electrical Engineer, you will join our growing team. In this role, you will play a key part in the design, implementation, and management of electrical systems for our data centers. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including the Engineer of Record, to ensure our facilities are built to the highest standards of safety, reliability, and efficiency.
Behind everything our users see online is the architecture built by the Technical Infrastructure team to keep it running. From developing and maintaining our data centers to building the next generation of Google platforms, we make Google's product portfolio possible. We're proud to be our engineers' engineers and love voiding warranties by taking things apart so we can rebuild them. We keep our networks up and running, ensuring our users have the best and fastest experience possible.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Provide expert technical support to data center services and operations teams, defining electrical system design requirements for multiple data center projects from inception to completion.
- Develop, implement, and manage the electrical designs at the site level, starting from the basis of design through to the issuance of construction documents for new builds, infrastructure upgrades, and renovations.
- Collaborate effectively with the Engineer of Record to respond to site-specific engineering Requests for Information and ensure alignment between Google's requirements and the overall design.
- Work closely with the core engineering team to provide site-specific requirements during the development of the Basis of Design and coordinate system-level schematics with the Engineer of Record.
- Own and manage site-level power system issues during project execution and maintain comprehensive documentation of all data center-related electrical system design requirements and interface documents.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Engineering, a related technical field, or equivalent practical experience.
- 3 years of experience in estimating, electrical design, operation, and commissioning of substations, switchgear, Automatic Transfer Panel (ATP)/Automatic Transfer Switch (ATS), emergency power systems, and their control systems.
- 3 years of experience in mission critical facility design and construction environments.
- Experience in the electrical infrastructure of mission critical facilities.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Master's degree in Engineering or a related technical field.
- Professional Engineering (PE) license.
- Experience in design, construction, and commissioning of high voltage substations, medium or low voltage electrical distribution systems, AC/DC systems, and associated power management or SCADA tools.
- Experience working with data center equipment and environments (e.g., switchgear, generators, transformers, controls, security monitoring systems, fire safety systems).
COMPENSATION
The US base salary range for this full-time position is $122,000-$174,000 + bonus + equity + benefits. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process.
Please note that the compensation details listed in US role postings reflect the base salary only, and do not include bonus, equity, or benefits. Learn more about benefits at Google.
Google is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. See also Google's EEO Policy and EEO is the Law. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know by completing our Accommodations for Applicants form.

INTRODUCTION
Our thirst for technology is a part of everything we do. The Data Center Engineering team takes the physical design of our data centers into the future. Our lab mirrors a research and development department - cutting-edge strategies are born, tested and tested again. Along with a team of great minds, you take on complex topics like how we use power or how to run state-of-the-art, environmentally-friendly facilities. You're a visionary who optimizes for efficiencies and never stops seeking improvements - even small changes that can make a huge impact. You generate ideas, communicate recommendations to senior-level executives and drive implementation alongside facilities technicians.
With your technical expertise, you ensure compliance with codes and standards, develop infrastructure improvements and serve as an expert in your specialty (e.g., cooling, electrical).
As an Electrical Engineer, you will join our growing team. In this role, you will play a key part in the design, implementation, and management of electrical systems for our data centers. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including the Engineer of Record, to ensure our facilities are built to the highest standards of safety, reliability, and efficiency.
Behind everything our users see online is the architecture built by the Technical Infrastructure team to keep it running. From developing and maintaining our data centers to building the next generation of Google platforms, we make Google's product portfolio possible. We're proud to be our engineers' engineers and love voiding warranties by taking things apart so we can rebuild them. We keep our networks up and running, ensuring our users have the best and fastest experience possible.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Provide expert technical support to data center services and operations teams, defining electrical system design requirements for multiple data center projects from inception to completion.
- Develop, implement, and manage the electrical designs at the site level, starting from the basis of design through to the issuance of construction documents for new builds, infrastructure upgrades, and renovations.
- Collaborate effectively with the Engineer of Record to respond to site-specific engineering Requests for Information and ensure alignment between Google's requirements and the overall design.
- Work closely with the core engineering team to provide site-specific requirements during the development of the Basis of Design and coordinate system-level schematics with the Engineer of Record.
- Own and manage site-level power system issues during project execution and maintain comprehensive documentation of all data center-related electrical system design requirements and interface documents.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Engineering, a related technical field, or equivalent practical experience.
- 3 years of experience in estimating, electrical design, operation, and commissioning of substations, switchgear, Automatic Transfer Panel (ATP)/Automatic Transfer Switch (ATS), emergency power systems, and their control systems.
- 3 years of experience in mission critical facility design and construction environments.
- Experience in the electrical infrastructure of mission critical facilities.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Master's degree in Engineering or a related technical field.
- Professional Engineering (PE) license.
- Experience in design, construction, and commissioning of high voltage substations, medium or low voltage electrical distribution systems, AC/DC systems, and associated power management or SCADA tools.
- Experience working with data center equipment and environments (e.g., switchgear, generators, transformers, controls, security monitoring systems, fire safety systems).
COMPENSATION
The US base salary range for this full-time position is $122,000-$174,000 + bonus + equity + benefits. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process.
Please note that the compensation details listed in US role postings reflect the base salary only, and do not include bonus, equity, or benefits. Learn more about benefits at Google.
Google is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. See also Google's EEO Policy and EEO is the Law. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know by completing our Accommodations for Applicants form.
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Which companies in Oregon sponsor visas for electrical engineers?
Intel is Oregon's largest sponsor of electrical engineers, with major operations in Hillsboro focused on semiconductor design and process engineering. Other active sponsors include Nike (embedded systems and product engineering), Precision Castparts (aerospace electrical systems), Portland General Electric, and PACCAR. Mid-size firms in the Hillsboro and Portland metro area have also filed Labor Condition Applications for electrical engineering roles in recent years.
Which visa types are most common for electrical engineer roles in Oregon?
The H-1B is the most common visa for electrical engineers in Oregon, as the role typically qualifies as a specialty occupation requiring at least a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or a closely related field. Employers like Intel also sponsor EB-2 and EB-3 green card petitions for longer-term hires. Candidates with Canadian or Mexican citizenship may qualify for the TN visa under the USMCA, which covers engineers without a lottery.
Which cities in Oregon have the most electrical engineer visa sponsorship jobs?
Hillsboro leads Oregon for electrical engineer sponsorship activity, driven almost entirely by Intel's large semiconductor campus. Portland is the second major hub, with opportunities across utilities, manufacturing, and technology firms. Beaverton and Tualatin also have engineering employers tied to the broader Silicon Forest cluster. Eugene and Corvallis see smaller volumes, often connected to Oregon State University research partnerships and regional manufacturing.
How to find electrical engineer visa sponsorship jobs in Oregon?
Migrate Mate filters job listings specifically by visa sponsorship availability, making it straightforward to find electrical engineer roles in Oregon without sifting through positions that don't support international candidates. You can search by role and state to surface active openings from Oregon employers who have a documented history of sponsoring visas for engineering positions. Creating a profile also helps match you with relevant new postings as they appear.
Are there any state-specific factors electrical engineers should know about the Oregon job market?
Oregon's semiconductor concentration means many electrical engineering roles involve cleanroom environments, process integration, or VLSI design, which requires specific technical backgrounds that align well with international candidates from strong engineering programs. Oregon State University and Portland State University produce engineering graduates who stay in the region, creating a competitive local pipeline. Employers filing H-1B petitions must pay prevailing wages as determined by the Department of Labor for the specific role and location, which for Hillsboro reflects the high cost of the Portland metro area.
What is the prevailing wage for sponsored electrical engineer jobs in Oregon?
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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