Automotive Jobs in South Carolina with H-1B Sponsorship
South Carolina's automotive sector spans a 250-mile corridor from BMW's Spartanburg plant to Volvo's Berkeley County facility and dozens of Tier 1 suppliers throughout the Upstate region. Engineers, manufacturing specialists, and technical professionals seeking H-1B visa sponsorship will find the state's established auto manufacturing base generating consistent demand for specialty occupation roles.
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INTRODUCTION
Who will you be working with?
Our Sourcing Functional Excellence and Business Intelligence team leverages knowledge of Strategic Sourcing processes to drive enhancement of existing sourcing and Source to Pay applications and/or deliver implementation of new tools. Here you will interact daily with the global Sourcing, Finance, and IT teams on scoping requirements and driving results from a Project Management standpoint. This team supports all global Wabtec locations to deliver One Wabtec solutions.
How will you make a difference?
As the Project Manager- Source to Pay you will support business-wide strategy and execution for deploying and maintaining Source to Pay technology across all major Wabtec sites. Specifically, you will be the Functional Product Owner for the Coupa application as well as the overall Project Manager overseeing milestones and change management activities to support implementation of both HICX & Coupa at new Wabtec sites. This may include requirements documentation, project plan development, coordination of application testing, data migration support, alignment with workstream leadership on strategy, and facilitating the partnership between business site leadership and the center led sourcing team on project execution.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 5 years of experience in a Sourcing, Procurement, or Project Management role
- Demonstrated ability to manage complex projects in a matrix environment across multiple business units and geographies while forming effective partnerships.
- Experience managing through organizational change and transitions.
- Strong system knowledge, process management experience & comparable software applications related to Source to Pay processes.
- Ability to work on multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Proven attention to detail.
- Flexibility to support meetings outside of standard business hours as needed to collaborate with global stakeholders.
- Willingness to travel 30%
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
What will your typical day look like?
- Support creation and execution of project plans for future deployments of Source to Pay processes and technologies across targeted Wabtec global sites.
- Execute on a sustainment strategy for Source to Pay processes and technologies post go-live, including management of future features and enhancements.
- Partner with Indirect Sourcing leadership on project prioritization to ensure savings targets are achieved.
- Facilitate coordination between sites and center-led project team on project requirements, testing, training, and deployment.
- Run point for reporting against business case KPIs and budgeted vs actual project spend.
- Act as a Change Champion for the project, coordinating Change Communication and training plans.
You may also be asked to perform other duties outside of your function or trade, for which adequate training will be provided if necessary.
Wabtec will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the U.S. for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable) and fitness for duty test (as applicable).
COMPENSATION
The salary rate for this role is currently $79100-112800. The actual salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors, such as: training, transferable skills, work experience, education, business needs, market demands and work location. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. More information on offered benefits, which include health, welfare, and retirement, are available at mywabtecbenefits.com. Other benefit offerings for this role may include annual bonus, if eligible.
CULTURE
What could you accomplish in a place that puts People First?
At Wabtec, it’s not just about a job - it’s about the impact you make. When our people come together, we’re Expanding the Possible by continuously improving what we do and how we do it - for our clients and each other.
If you’re ready to revolutionize how the world moves for future generations, Wabtec is the place for you.
Who are we?
Wabtec is a leading global provider of equipment, systems, digital solutions, and value-added services for the freight and transit rail sectors. Drawing on more than 150 years of experience, we are leading the way in safety, efficiency, reliability, innovation, and productivity. Whether it’s freight, transit, ports, logistics, mining, industrial, or marine, our expertise, technologies, and people together – are accelerating the future of transportation. With roots that date back to George Westinghouse, Thomas Edison, and Louis Faiveley, Wabtec has always built technologies and implemented solutions for a variety of sectors that are critical to meeting the needs of customers and governments alike.
Our global team of about 30,000 employees worldwide delivers performance that moves the world forward. We’re lifelong learners, obsessed with better.
Culture powers us and the possibilities.
We believe the best ideas come from a mix of experiences and backgrounds. At Wabtec, we strive every day to create a place where everyone belongs. We’re building a culture where leadership, inclusion and your unique perspective fuel progress.
We’re proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome talent of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities, including race, gender, age, disability, veteran status and more.
Need accommodation? Just let us know - we’ve got you.

INTRODUCTION
Who will you be working with?
Our Sourcing Functional Excellence and Business Intelligence team leverages knowledge of Strategic Sourcing processes to drive enhancement of existing sourcing and Source to Pay applications and/or deliver implementation of new tools. Here you will interact daily with the global Sourcing, Finance, and IT teams on scoping requirements and driving results from a Project Management standpoint. This team supports all global Wabtec locations to deliver One Wabtec solutions.
How will you make a difference?
As the Project Manager- Source to Pay you will support business-wide strategy and execution for deploying and maintaining Source to Pay technology across all major Wabtec sites. Specifically, you will be the Functional Product Owner for the Coupa application as well as the overall Project Manager overseeing milestones and change management activities to support implementation of both HICX & Coupa at new Wabtec sites. This may include requirements documentation, project plan development, coordination of application testing, data migration support, alignment with workstream leadership on strategy, and facilitating the partnership between business site leadership and the center led sourcing team on project execution.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 5 years of experience in a Sourcing, Procurement, or Project Management role
- Demonstrated ability to manage complex projects in a matrix environment across multiple business units and geographies while forming effective partnerships.
- Experience managing through organizational change and transitions.
- Strong system knowledge, process management experience & comparable software applications related to Source to Pay processes.
- Ability to work on multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Proven attention to detail.
- Flexibility to support meetings outside of standard business hours as needed to collaborate with global stakeholders.
- Willingness to travel 30%
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
What will your typical day look like?
- Support creation and execution of project plans for future deployments of Source to Pay processes and technologies across targeted Wabtec global sites.
- Execute on a sustainment strategy for Source to Pay processes and technologies post go-live, including management of future features and enhancements.
- Partner with Indirect Sourcing leadership on project prioritization to ensure savings targets are achieved.
- Facilitate coordination between sites and center-led project team on project requirements, testing, training, and deployment.
- Run point for reporting against business case KPIs and budgeted vs actual project spend.
- Act as a Change Champion for the project, coordinating Change Communication and training plans.
You may also be asked to perform other duties outside of your function or trade, for which adequate training will be provided if necessary.
Wabtec will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the U.S. for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable) and fitness for duty test (as applicable).
COMPENSATION
The salary rate for this role is currently $79100-112800. The actual salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors, such as: training, transferable skills, work experience, education, business needs, market demands and work location. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. More information on offered benefits, which include health, welfare, and retirement, are available at mywabtecbenefits.com. Other benefit offerings for this role may include annual bonus, if eligible.
CULTURE
What could you accomplish in a place that puts People First?
At Wabtec, it’s not just about a job - it’s about the impact you make. When our people come together, we’re Expanding the Possible by continuously improving what we do and how we do it - for our clients and each other.
If you’re ready to revolutionize how the world moves for future generations, Wabtec is the place for you.
Who are we?
Wabtec is a leading global provider of equipment, systems, digital solutions, and value-added services for the freight and transit rail sectors. Drawing on more than 150 years of experience, we are leading the way in safety, efficiency, reliability, innovation, and productivity. Whether it’s freight, transit, ports, logistics, mining, industrial, or marine, our expertise, technologies, and people together – are accelerating the future of transportation. With roots that date back to George Westinghouse, Thomas Edison, and Louis Faiveley, Wabtec has always built technologies and implemented solutions for a variety of sectors that are critical to meeting the needs of customers and governments alike.
Our global team of about 30,000 employees worldwide delivers performance that moves the world forward. We’re lifelong learners, obsessed with better.
Culture powers us and the possibilities.
We believe the best ideas come from a mix of experiences and backgrounds. At Wabtec, we strive every day to create a place where everyone belongs. We’re building a culture where leadership, inclusion and your unique perspective fuel progress.
We’re proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome talent of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities, including race, gender, age, disability, veteran status and more.
Need accommodation? Just let us know - we’ve got you.
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Which automotive companies sponsor H-1B visas in South Carolina?
BMW Manufacturing in Spartanburg and Volvo Cars in Berkeley County are the two largest automotive H-1B sponsors in South Carolina. Beyond these OEMs, Tier 1 suppliers including Michelin (headquartered in Greenville), Bosch, and ZF have significant South Carolina operations and histories of sponsoring H-1B workers in technical and engineering roles. Many smaller Tier 2 suppliers in the Upstate region also file H-1B petitions, though less consistently.
Which cities in South Carolina have the most automotive H-1B sponsorship jobs?
Spartanburg and Greenville account for the largest share of automotive H-1B jobs in South Carolina, anchored by BMW's 9,000-employee Spartanburg campus and Michelin's North American headquarters in Greenville. Anderson, Duncan, and Greer also host significant supplier operations. Berkeley County near Charleston has grown as an automotive hub following Volvo's 2018 plant opening, adding engineering and operations roles to the state's southern corridor.
What types of automotive roles typically qualify for H-1B sponsorship?
Roles that qualify as specialty occupations under H-1B rules typically require at least a bachelor's degree in a specific field directly related to the position. In South Carolina's automotive industry, this commonly includes mechanical and manufacturing engineers, quality and process engineers, software and controls engineers, materials scientists, and supply chain analysts with specialized technical degrees. General production or assembly roles rarely qualify, as the H-1B is reserved for positions where specialized theoretical knowledge is a minimum requirement.
How do I find automotive H-1B sponsorship jobs in South Carolina?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for international job seekers and filters automotive H-1B sponsorship jobs in South Carolina by employer, role type, and visa category, saving you from manually screening hundreds of postings. Because South Carolina's automotive jobs are concentrated among a relatively small number of major employers and their supplier networks, searching by location and filtering for verified H-1B sponsors on Migrate Mate is an efficient way to identify which companies are actively hiring and petitioning.
Are there any South Carolina-specific considerations for automotive H-1B sponsorship?
South Carolina has no state-level visa or sponsorship requirements beyond federal H-1B rules, but a few practical factors matter here. The Upstate region's heavy reliance on German OEMs like BMW means intracompany transferee pathways (L-1 visas) are also common among European automotive professionals, which affects the local sponsorship mix. Additionally, South Carolina's status as a right-to-work state and its competitive manufacturing incentives have attracted significant automotive investment, which generally supports sustained H-1B hiring demand in the region.
What is the prevailing wage for H-1B automotive jobs in South Carolina?
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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