Electrician Visa Sponsorship Jobs in Puerto Rico
Electrician visa sponsorship jobs in Puerto Rico are concentrated in construction, energy infrastructure, and federal projects across the San Juan metro, Ponce, and Bayamon. Major employers include PREPA contractors, federal defense facilities, and construction firms rebuilding after hurricane recovery efforts. Licensing through Puerto Rico's Board of Examiners of Electricians is required alongside any visa sponsorship.
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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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Which companies sponsor visas for electricians in Puerto Rico?
Federal contractors working on U.S. military installations, FEMA-funded infrastructure recovery projects, and large construction firms with active Department of Labor LCA filings are the most common sponsors. Companies engaged in Puerto Rico's ongoing grid modernization and renewable energy buildout have also sponsored electricians through H-2B visa and H-1B visa programs, though sponsorship varies by project phase and company size.
Which visa types are most common for electrician roles in Puerto Rico?
The H-2B temporary nonimmigrant visa is the most common path for electricians, covering non-agricultural seasonal or peak-load labor needs. Electricians with specialized expertise in industrial control systems or renewable energy installations may qualify for H-1B sponsorship if the role requires a bachelor's degree equivalent. TN visas are available specifically to Canadian and Mexican licensed electricians under USMCA, provided they meet Puerto Rico's licensing standards.
Which cities in Puerto Rico have the most electrician sponsorship jobs?
San Juan and its surrounding metro municipalities, including Bayamon and Carolina, account for the largest share of electrician job activity due to commercial construction and federal facilities. Ponce in the south sees demand tied to industrial and port infrastructure projects. Mayaguez has historically supported manufacturing-sector electrical work. Federal defense installations in Ceiba and other eastern municipalities also generate periodic skilled trades openings.
How to find electrician visa sponsorship jobs in Puerto Rico?
Migrate Mate is the most direct way to search for electrician visa sponsorship jobs filtered specifically to Puerto Rico. Rather than sorting through general job postings, Migrate Mate surfaces roles where employers have a documented history of visa sponsorship. For electricians, filtering by sector, such as construction or energy, helps narrow results to companies actively hiring licensed tradespeople in Puerto Rico.
Are there any Puerto Rico-specific requirements electricians should know before pursuing visa sponsorship?
Puerto Rico requires electricians to hold a license issued by the Puerto Rico Board of Examiners of Electricians, separate from any mainland U.S. state license. Sponsors must meet the Department of Labor's prevailing wage obligations under Puerto Rico's applicable wage determinations, which apply to federally funded projects. Electricians pursuing H-2B sponsorship should confirm that the employer has already obtained DOL certification before relocating.
What is the prevailing wage for sponsored electrician 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.