E-3 Sponsorship Jobs in Puerto Rico
Puerto Rico's E-3 visa sponsorship market centers on San Juan's healthcare systems, pharmaceutical manufacturing corridors in Guaynabo and Barceloneta, and hospitality employers along the island's resort coast. Australian professionals with specialty occupation credentials will find active LCA filers across life sciences, finance, and engineering.
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Automation Engineer
Job Description Summary
Job Description
Our Purpose:
At C&W Services, we live by the belief that “Better Never Settles.” We're dedicated to creating a positive impact globally and we're looking for talented individuals to join our team.
C&W Services provides compelling benefits, including:
- Weekly pay
- Comprehensive benefits starting on your first day
- Training, development, and advancement opportunities
- A clean and cutting-edge facility
- A safety-first culture
About the Role:
As an Automation Engineer (AE), you will support the site maintenance team to ensure operational performance and efficiency of Material Handling Equipment (MHE) control systems. You will partner with the maintenance team to troubleshoot and maintain equipment such as conveyors, sortation systems, scanners, cameras, print-and-apply labeling systems, scales, HMI systems, control cabinets, and more. The AE provides support to the operations and maintenance teams by implementing solutions for complex problems and tracking related projects. You may lead and/or assist other technicians with their development through continuity of knowledge, all while working in a clean, climate-controlled, modern facility.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Promoting a safe working environment by following all safety procedures
- Providing guidance on maintaining material handling control systems, industrial motor control systems, servo and frequency drives, and electrical distribution systems
- Using your technical expertise to provide support with troubleshooting and modifying software projects for material handling control systems, including PLC/PC controllers, Allen Bradley ControlLogix and CompactLogix PLC platform utilizing Rockwell’s software package, industrial networks such as Ethernet, ControlNet, DeviceNet, Profibus, AS-I, motor control systems, servo drives, frequency drives, and electrical distribution systems.
- Acting as the first level of escalation support for equipment automation issues and appropriately escalating downtime situations to vendors and/or network support teams to restore equipment operation.
- Applying subject matter expertise in material handling and electronic control systems to maximize building utilization of systems
- Monitoring MHE metrics and partnering with mechatronics technicians to resolve equipment electrical problems that create performance deficiencies, and performing control systems assessments to maintain and improve equipment reliability
- Partnering with facility Operations leadership, equipment vendors, and parts suppliers to plan and coordinate new technology installations, acting as the technical consultant for capital projects inside the building
- Communicating technical issues and project timelines with building leadership, operations, and the maintenance team, explaining production impacts and working closely with operations and engineering to ensure a thorough understanding of impact to systems
Basic Qualifications:
- 3+ years of cumulative work experience in the following areas, or a relevant 2-year degree plus 1 year of work experience in the following areas:
- Programming/commissioning of HMIs, PLCs, and VFDs
- SCADA systems and KPIs
- Interpreting and modifying mechanical and electrical drawings
- Supporting a range of different conveyors and sortation systems
- Equipment control components such as relays, motor starters, VFDs, HMIs, etc.
- High school or equivalent diploma
- Positive attitude and ability to effectively problem-solve
Preferred Qualifications:
- Associate’s degree with a focus in Electronic Technology (or similar)
- Bachelor’s degree in a STEM-related field
- 4+ years of experience in the electrical field, or in control systems development, troubleshooting, and programming
- 4+ years of experience supporting advanced automation controls systems maintenance and development
- 3+ years of experience supporting a wide range of conveyors and sortation systems
- Leadership and project management experience
Physical Demands:
- Ability to reach overhead, kneel, squat, climb steps/ladders, use an aerial lift, and frequently lift a maximum of 50 lbs. of equipment
- Ability to perform tasks while wearing required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), which may include but is not limited to hard hat, face mask, face shield, and composite-toe shoes
- Regularly required to crouch or bend and reach to install/move equipment
- Movement between departments, floors, and properties to facilitate work, averaging 6 to 12 miles per day
- Work in a warehouse environment with fluctuating temperatures
- Regularly required to type on a computer for 1-2 hours per day
Why C& W Services?
We're a global company with over 400 offices in 60 countries. We’re proud of our diverse family of employees and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace. We’re recognized by the Human Rights Foundation as a Best Place to Work for LGBTQI+ individuals and are dedicated to continuing to build a culture of inclusion and respect.
What’s Next?
Ready to take the next steps in your career? Apply today and be part of a team that is making a difference!
The compensation for the position is: $79,365.96 - $93,371.72
C&W Services is an Equal Opportunity employer to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Discrimination of any type will not be tolerated.
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position at C&W Services, please call the ADA line at 1-888-365-5406 or email Accommodations@cushwake.com. Please refer to the job title and job location when you contact us.
Job Title
Automation Engineer
Job Description Summary
Job Description
Our Purpose:
At C&W Services, we live by the belief that “Better Never Settles.” We're dedicated to creating a positive impact globally and we're looking for talented individuals to join our team.
C&W Services provides compelling benefits, including:
- Weekly pay
- Comprehensive benefits starting on your first day
- Training, development, and advancement opportunities
- A clean and cutting-edge facility
- A safety-first culture
About the Role:
As an Automation Engineer (AE), you will support the site maintenance team to ensure operational performance and efficiency of Material Handling Equipment (MHE) control systems. You will partner with the maintenance team to troubleshoot and maintain equipment such as conveyors, sortation systems, scanners, cameras, print-and-apply labeling systems, scales, HMI systems, control cabinets, and more. The AE provides support to the operations and maintenance teams by implementing solutions for complex problems and tracking related projects. You may lead and/or assist other technicians with their development through continuity of knowledge, all while working in a clean, climate-controlled, modern facility.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Promoting a safe working environment by following all safety procedures
- Providing guidance on maintaining material handling control systems, industrial motor control systems, servo and frequency drives, and electrical distribution systems
- Using your technical expertise to provide support with troubleshooting and modifying software projects for material handling control systems, including PLC/PC controllers, Allen Bradley ControlLogix and CompactLogix PLC platform utilizing Rockwell’s software package, industrial networks such as Ethernet, ControlNet, DeviceNet, Profibus, AS-I, motor control systems, servo drives, frequency drives, and electrical distribution systems.
- Acting as the first level of escalation support for equipment automation issues and appropriately escalating downtime situations to vendors and/or network support teams to restore equipment operation.
- Applying subject matter expertise in material handling and electronic control systems to maximize building utilization of systems
- Monitoring MHE metrics and partnering with mechatronics technicians to resolve equipment electrical problems that create performance deficiencies, and performing control systems assessments to maintain and improve equipment reliability
- Partnering with facility Operations leadership, equipment vendors, and parts suppliers to plan and coordinate new technology installations, acting as the technical consultant for capital projects inside the building
- Communicating technical issues and project timelines with building leadership, operations, and the maintenance team, explaining production impacts and working closely with operations and engineering to ensure a thorough understanding of impact to systems
Basic Qualifications:
- 3+ years of cumulative work experience in the following areas, or a relevant 2-year degree plus 1 year of work experience in the following areas:
- Programming/commissioning of HMIs, PLCs, and VFDs
- SCADA systems and KPIs
- Interpreting and modifying mechanical and electrical drawings
- Supporting a range of different conveyors and sortation systems
- Equipment control components such as relays, motor starters, VFDs, HMIs, etc.
- High school or equivalent diploma
- Positive attitude and ability to effectively problem-solve
Preferred Qualifications:
- Associate’s degree with a focus in Electronic Technology (or similar)
- Bachelor’s degree in a STEM-related field
- 4+ years of experience in the electrical field, or in control systems development, troubleshooting, and programming
- 4+ years of experience supporting advanced automation controls systems maintenance and development
- 3+ years of experience supporting a wide range of conveyors and sortation systems
- Leadership and project management experience
Physical Demands:
- Ability to reach overhead, kneel, squat, climb steps/ladders, use an aerial lift, and frequently lift a maximum of 50 lbs. of equipment
- Ability to perform tasks while wearing required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), which may include but is not limited to hard hat, face mask, face shield, and composite-toe shoes
- Regularly required to crouch or bend and reach to install/move equipment
- Movement between departments, floors, and properties to facilitate work, averaging 6 to 12 miles per day
- Work in a warehouse environment with fluctuating temperatures
- Regularly required to type on a computer for 1-2 hours per day
Why C& W Services?
We're a global company with over 400 offices in 60 countries. We’re proud of our diverse family of employees and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace. We’re recognized by the Human Rights Foundation as a Best Place to Work for LGBTQI+ individuals and are dedicated to continuing to build a culture of inclusion and respect.
What’s Next?
Ready to take the next steps in your career? Apply today and be part of a team that is making a difference!
The compensation for the position is: $79,365.96 - $93,371.72
C&W Services is an Equal Opportunity employer to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Discrimination of any type will not be tolerated.
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position at C&W Services, please call the ADA line at 1-888-365-5406 or email Accommodations@cushwake.com. Please refer to the job title and job location when you contact us.
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Tips for Finding E-3 Sponsorship Jobs in Puerto Rico
Verify your degree meets specialty occupation
Puerto Rico employers filing E-3 LCAs must attest your role requires a bachelor's degree in a specific field. Cross-check your credential against the O*NET occupation profile for your target job title before applying to confirm the degree-to-role match holds.
Target pharmaceutical corridor employers directly
The Guaynabo-to-Barceloneta manufacturing belt houses major life sciences operations that file LCAs regularly. Contact HR teams in those facilities directly about specialty roles in quality assurance, regulatory affairs, and process engineering rather than waiting for postings to surface.
Search verified E-3 LCA filers on Migrate Mate
Use Migrate Mate to filter employers in Puerto Rico by E-3 LCA filing history. This shows you which San Juan or Guaynabo employers have actually filed for Australian workers, so you're targeting companies already familiar with the process.
Confirm the LCA wage tier before negotiating
Puerto Rico prevailing wages are set at the territory level and can differ from mainland U.S. figures for the same occupation. Run your job title and work location through the OFLC Wage Search to know which wage level applies before you reach the offer stage.
Get your LCA certified before your consulate appointment
DOL must certify the Labor Condition Application before you can attend your E-3 interview at a U.S. consulate. Build at least two weeks of LCA processing time into your timeline so a delay doesn't force you to reschedule the consular appointment.
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Which industries in Puerto Rico sponsor the most E-3 visas?
Pharmaceutical and life sciences manufacturing is the dominant E-3 sponsorship sector in Puerto Rico, driven by the island's large concentration of FDA-regulated production facilities. Healthcare systems in the San Juan metro, along with financial services and engineering consulting firms, also file E-3 LCAs for specialty occupation roles requiring specific degree credentials.
Which cities in Puerto Rico have the most E-3 sponsorship jobs?
San Juan and its adjacent municipalities, including Guaynabo and Bayamon, account for the largest share of E-3-eligible employers in Puerto Rico. The pharmaceutical manufacturing corridor stretching from Guaynabo through Barceloneta on the island's north coast is a secondary concentration, particularly for engineering, quality, and regulatory affairs roles.
What types of roles typically qualify for E-3 sponsorship in Puerto Rico?
E-3 status requires a specialty occupation, meaning the role must normally require at least a bachelor's degree in a directly related field. In Puerto Rico, qualifying roles most commonly appear in pharmaceutical sciences, biomedical engineering, accounting and finance, software development, and clinical healthcare. Roles where any general degree satisfies the requirement typically don't qualify under USCIS standards.
How do I find E-3 jobs in Puerto Rico?
Migrate Mate lets you search Puerto Rico employers filtered by E-3 LCA filing history, showing which companies have already sponsored Australian workers in the territory. Because E-3 LCA data is public record through DOL, you can verify an employer's sponsorship track record before investing time in their application process, which saves significant effort compared to approaching employers cold.
What is the prevailing wage for E-3 jobs in Puerto Rico?
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.