Electrical Controls Engineer Visa Sponsorship Jobs in Washington
Washington's electrical controls engineer jobs are concentrated in aerospace manufacturing around Everett and Renton, industrial automation near Tacoma, and energy infrastructure across the state. Major employers like Boeing, Amazon, and PACCAR actively hire controls engineers, and the state's advanced manufacturing base creates consistent demand for international candidates seeking visa sponsorship.
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We are Sila, a next-generation battery materials company. Our mission is to power the world’s transition to clean energy. To create this future, our team is building a better lithium-ion battery from the inside out today. We engineer and manufacture ground-breaking battery materials that significantly increase the energy density of batteries, while reducing their size and weight. The result? Smaller more powerful batteries that can unlock innovation in consumer devices and accelerate the mass adoption of electric cars to eliminate our dependence on fossil fuels. We're tackling one of the biggest challenges of our time every day, and together we're redefining what's possible. Are you ready to be a part of a team committed to changing the world?
Who You Are
You are a self-starter, experienced, capable Controls and Electrical Engineer with an aptitude for learning new things and taking complex projects across the finish line. As the main electrical engineer for our industrial manufacturing facility, you will be responsible for deploying, modifying, and improving industrial electrical power systems and power equipment. You will also be a key member of the Controls team, contributing to machine control software, instrumentation, and programming. You have excellent communication skills to harmoniously collaborate with a wide range of skill sets: from scientists to technicians during the deploy stage, to out-of-house service providers across big, complicated interfaces during the build stage.
Responsibilities and Duties
- Work collaboratively with other teams to design and improve electrical power and communication systems for the production units across the entire facility.
- Serve as the primary electrical engineering resource for the facility, specializing in electrical power distribution and industrial safety requirements.
- Maintain, improve and deploy new machine control code, instrumentation, and electrical subsystems for production units.
- Contribute to and improve internally-developed software libraries that are used across the company, from research to production-scale units.
- Gather feedback from end-users of your work and distill into actionable modifications. Iterate.
Knowledge and Skill Requirements
- Ideally 5-7 years experience in directly OR related field experience.
- Experience deploying code on systems that interact with the physical world.
- Ability to write Structured Text and familiarity with other IEC 61131-3 languages.
- Strong fundamental understanding of field-deployed electronics, sensors, and motion components.
- Implementation of industrial Fieldbus communication protocols (EtherCAT, Profinet, EthernetIP, Modbus, etc.).
- Familiarity with industrial electrical design, including: wiring diagrams, industrial network architecture, control panel design, power distribution, NFPA 70 (NEC), 79, and 70E arc flash and protocols for process automation. Experience with unique and challenging industrial electrical safety requirements.
- Hazardous Area Knowledge, including good understanding of Class I/II and Div 1 & 2 requirements and Intrinsically safe wiring.
- Understanding of how to integrate machines with facility/business interfaces (SCADA, MES, ERP, etc.).
- Good knowledge and understanding of document control processes to support the efforts of ‘as-builts’ documentation accurate across the lifecycle of the tooling and the plant.
- At least a B.S. in Electrical Engineering or a related technical field.
Physical Demands and Working Conditions
- Pass a respirator fit test and be able to wear respiratory protection on a daily basis.
- Wear personal protective equipment including, but not limited to, a lab coat, gloves, safety glasses, and steel toe safety shoes.
- Move items up to 50 lbs with the assistance of lift equipment and carts.
- Move long distances (such as from building to building) and be stationary for extended periods of time.
- Reach low shelves or items on the floor.
- Enter spaces narrower than 3 feet.
- Climb stairs or over containment walls.
- Operate a computer and other office equipment, such as a laptop, copier/printer, etc in a fixed location.
The starting base pay for this role is between $121,000 and $142,000 at the time of posting. The actual base pay depends on many factors, such as education, experience, and skills. Base pay is only one part of Sila’s competitive Total Rewards package that can include benefits, perks, equity, and bonuses. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future.
Working at Sila
We believe that building a diverse team at Sila helps us amplify our individual talents. We are an equal opportunity employer and committed to creating an inclusive environment where good ideas are free to come from anyone. We are proud to celebrate diversity and all qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to gender, race, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability, national origin, or any other status protected by law.
About us
We are Sila, a next-generation battery materials company. Our mission is to power the world’s transition to clean energy. To create this future, our team is building a better lithium-ion battery from the inside out today. We engineer and manufacture ground-breaking battery materials that significantly increase the energy density of batteries, while reducing their size and weight. The result? Smaller more powerful batteries that can unlock innovation in consumer devices and accelerate the mass adoption of electric cars to eliminate our dependence on fossil fuels. We're tackling one of the biggest challenges of our time every day, and together we're redefining what's possible. Are you ready to be a part of a team committed to changing the world?
Who You Are
You are a self-starter, experienced, capable Controls and Electrical Engineer with an aptitude for learning new things and taking complex projects across the finish line. As the main electrical engineer for our industrial manufacturing facility, you will be responsible for deploying, modifying, and improving industrial electrical power systems and power equipment. You will also be a key member of the Controls team, contributing to machine control software, instrumentation, and programming. You have excellent communication skills to harmoniously collaborate with a wide range of skill sets: from scientists to technicians during the deploy stage, to out-of-house service providers across big, complicated interfaces during the build stage.
Responsibilities and Duties
- Work collaboratively with other teams to design and improve electrical power and communication systems for the production units across the entire facility.
- Serve as the primary electrical engineering resource for the facility, specializing in electrical power distribution and industrial safety requirements.
- Maintain, improve and deploy new machine control code, instrumentation, and electrical subsystems for production units.
- Contribute to and improve internally-developed software libraries that are used across the company, from research to production-scale units.
- Gather feedback from end-users of your work and distill into actionable modifications. Iterate.
Knowledge and Skill Requirements
- Ideally 5-7 years experience in directly OR related field experience.
- Experience deploying code on systems that interact with the physical world.
- Ability to write Structured Text and familiarity with other IEC 61131-3 languages.
- Strong fundamental understanding of field-deployed electronics, sensors, and motion components.
- Implementation of industrial Fieldbus communication protocols (EtherCAT, Profinet, EthernetIP, Modbus, etc.).
- Familiarity with industrial electrical design, including: wiring diagrams, industrial network architecture, control panel design, power distribution, NFPA 70 (NEC), 79, and 70E arc flash and protocols for process automation. Experience with unique and challenging industrial electrical safety requirements.
- Hazardous Area Knowledge, including good understanding of Class I/II and Div 1 & 2 requirements and Intrinsically safe wiring.
- Understanding of how to integrate machines with facility/business interfaces (SCADA, MES, ERP, etc.).
- Good knowledge and understanding of document control processes to support the efforts of ‘as-builts’ documentation accurate across the lifecycle of the tooling and the plant.
- At least a B.S. in Electrical Engineering or a related technical field.
Physical Demands and Working Conditions
- Pass a respirator fit test and be able to wear respiratory protection on a daily basis.
- Wear personal protective equipment including, but not limited to, a lab coat, gloves, safety glasses, and steel toe safety shoes.
- Move items up to 50 lbs with the assistance of lift equipment and carts.
- Move long distances (such as from building to building) and be stationary for extended periods of time.
- Reach low shelves or items on the floor.
- Enter spaces narrower than 3 feet.
- Climb stairs or over containment walls.
- Operate a computer and other office equipment, such as a laptop, copier/printer, etc in a fixed location.
The starting base pay for this role is between $121,000 and $142,000 at the time of posting. The actual base pay depends on many factors, such as education, experience, and skills. Base pay is only one part of Sila’s competitive Total Rewards package that can include benefits, perks, equity, and bonuses. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future.
Working at Sila
We believe that building a diverse team at Sila helps us amplify our individual talents. We are an equal opportunity employer and committed to creating an inclusive environment where good ideas are free to come from anyone. We are proud to celebrate diversity and all qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to gender, race, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability, national origin, or any other status protected by law.
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Which companies sponsor visas for electrical controls engineers in Washington?
Boeing is one of the most active sponsors for electrical controls engineers in Washington, particularly at its Everett and Renton facilities. Other notable employers include Amazon Robotics, PACCAR, Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories, and companies in Washington's growing semiconductor and clean energy sectors. Sponsorship activity varies by facility and hiring cycle, so confirming open sponsored roles directly with each employer is important.
Which visa types are most common for electrical controls engineer roles in Washington?
The H-1B is the most common visa for electrical controls engineers in Washington, as the role typically qualifies as a specialty occupation requiring at least a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or a closely related field. Canadian and Mexican nationals may qualify for the TN visa under the NAFTA/USMCA engineer category. Experienced candidates with exceptional recognition may explore the O-1A, though it requires substantial documentation of distinction.
Which cities in Washington have the most electrical controls engineer sponsorship jobs?
The Seattle metro area, including Everett, Renton, and Bellevue, has the highest concentration of electrical controls engineer sponsorship roles, driven largely by Boeing's aerospace operations and Amazon's robotics and fulfillment infrastructure. Tacoma has a meaningful presence tied to port logistics and industrial manufacturing. Eastern Washington cities like Richland and Kennewick also see demand from energy and defense-related employers in the Hanford area.
How to find electrical controls engineer visa sponsorship jobs in Washington?
Migrate Mate filters job listings specifically for roles offering visa sponsorship, making it straightforward to search for electrical controls engineer positions in Washington without sorting through employers who won't sponsor. You can filter by state and role to see active openings from Washington-based manufacturers, aerospace companies, and automation firms. Checking Migrate Mate regularly is practical given how quickly sponsored engineering roles can open and close.
Are there state-specific factors that affect electrical controls engineer sponsorship in Washington?
Washington has no state income tax, which affects how prevailing wage calculations translate into take-home pay compared to other states, though employers must still meet Department of Labor wage requirements for the relevant metropolitan area. The state's strong aerospace, energy, and advanced manufacturing industries create sustained demand for controls engineers. Washington also hosts several engineering programs at the University of Washington and Washington State University that feed regional employer pipelines, which can influence hiring preferences.
What is the prevailing wage for sponsored electrical controls engineer jobs in Washington?
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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