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Job Family Campus Development
Job Function Engineering
USC Market Title Asst. Director, Engineering Support
Job Level M3 - Managerial
Business Title (Internal Title) Asst Dir of Engineering Support
Campus Columbia
Work County Richland
College/Division Division of Administration and Finance
Department DAF Facilities Maintenance
State Pay Range G13
USC Market Range MRL - $97,329 $124,095 $150,860
Anticipated Hiring Range $97,329 - $124,095
Location of Vacancy Columbia, SC
Part/Full Time Full Time
Hours per Week 37.5
Work Schedule
* Standard working schedule: 8:30am – 5:00pm
* Must be willing to work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the department.
Basis 12 months
Job Search Category Trades/Maintenance
About University of South Carolina
From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor’s degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning. All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service — helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond.
Veterans' Preference Statement
The University of South Carolina is committed to equal opportunity and proudly values the skills and experience military veterans bring to our workforce. Across South Carolina, we are making veterans a priority for employment and recognize their vital contributions to our state and our communities.
Benefits for FTE Positions
The University of South Carolina (USC), through the State of SC and Public Employee Benefit Authority (PEBA), offers employees a valuable benefits package, including health and life insurance, generous paid leave and retirement programs. To learn more about USC benefits, access the "Working at USC" section on the Applicant Portal.
Advertised Job Summary
Under the supervision of the Director of Facilities Engineering Support, the Assistant Director of Engineering Support serves as the technical subject matter expert for engineering support functions related to the maintenance and operations for the University of South Carolina-Columbia Campus. The Assistant Director is responsible for oversight of engineering standards and provides technical guidance and design support for repair and maintenance projects for the University of South Carolina-Columbia Campus. Additionally, the Assistant Director will provide support and oversight for the operation of the campus utility systems, facilities conditions assessments, and other internal operational processes. The Assistant Director will provide code review and assist with ensuring that projects align with applicable construction codes. The Assistant Director serves as a designated plan reviewer to meet OSE plan review requirements for campus projects. Finally, the Assistant Director will lead engineering design efforts for in-house minor construction and maintenance repairs.
Job Related Minimum Required Education and Experience
Requires a bachelor’s degree in a job related field and 5 or more years of job related experience, which may be substituted by an equivalent combination of certification, training, education and/or experience.
Required Certification, Licensure/Other Credentials
Driver’s license required.
Preferred Qualifications
* An SC-licensed Architect with significant experience in building design and construction
* An SC-licensed Professional Engineer with significant experience in building design and construction
* An International Code Council (ICC) Certified Building Official (CBO)
* An International Code Council (ICC) Master Code Professional (MCP)
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
* Knowledge of construction, renovation, and large facility systems including mechanical, electrical, and plumbing; of an organization’s mission, programs and objectives.
* Knowledge of an organization’s structure, the people who manage the work, and the processes applicable to government work; of management principles; of applicable codes and compliance requirements; and of participatory work practices.
* Ability to develop a wide base of close customer relationships; to build, plan and work within budgeted resources; to estimate work and work within a changing work setting.
* Ability to interpret and apply rules and regulations; to manage work and provide guidance to employees; to make presentations and prepare report.
* Ability to manage and prioritize a large and complex work load with short time frames; to make decisions with limited information and a strong experience base.
* Ability to resolve problems and communicate outcomes; to interpret plans; to interact with various levels of personnel.
* Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing; to use technology; and to build teams and involve stakeholders.
* Must have strong organizational and planning skills, and good verbal and written communication skills.
* Ability to analyze and solve procedural or workflow issues.
* Ability to prioritize multiple assignments and meet scheduled timelines.
* Ability to make quick decisions with limited information and time.
* Ability to follow-up, organize, and communicate information to leadership.
* Ability to comprehend work process and make improvements.
Job Duties
The Assistant Director supports the Director in executing the departmental work plans for campus maintenance, repair, energy management, and infrastructure projects.
This position also provides lateral support for all projects and initiatives involving engineering decision making for both Capital and Infrastructure needs. Management will include needs and conditions assessments, project scoping, technical design review, setting and enforcing engineering standards. Conducts preliminary technical design and plan reviews for campus projects to ensure compliance with university engineering standards, state codes, and OSE requirements.
Assists with Columbia campus master building master plans and Utility Master plans, inclusive of all long and short-range plans. The assistant director will supervise other engineers to perform ongoing facilities condition assessments and project scoping for building infrastructure, mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems.
The Assistant Director will coordinate with internal and external agency personnel; provides direct engineering support for routine mechanical/electrical system operations, infrastructure renewals, and renovations; maintain knowledge of and implement University and industry requirements, procedures, and standards; maintain knowledge of the Department’s mission and establish goals in support of the same.
Job Duty
Provides direct daily supervision to assigned engineering support staff and student program participants. Monitors’ workload distribution, productivity, and work quality. Assists the Director with Employee Performance Management System (EPMS) evaluations, staff training regimens, and staff development programs.
Job Duty
Directs the gathering and entry of operational data into CMMS and PeopleSoft systems. Performs statistical analyses and prepares regular progress, energy performance, and departmental metrics reports for the Director. Conducts benchmarking studies against industry standards (e.g., APPA) to support continuous process improvements.
Job Duty
Coordinates the practical execution and daily administration of the student experiential learning program, ensuring students complete meaningful service projects while gaining real-world engineering experience. Enforces established engineering guidelines, operations manuals, and standard operating procedures across departmental projects.
Job Duty
Investigates risk factors and performs initial technical reviews for campus utility outage requests prior to submitting for Director/AVP approval. Serves as an operational contact with Facilities Planning, Design, and Construction, trades managers, contractors, and academic department representatives. Drafts project notification communications for campus faculty, staff, and students in coordination with departmental communications staff.
Job Duty
Perform other duties as required or assigned by the Director of Facilities Engineering Support
Position Attributes
Employees in Safety-Sensitive or Security-Sensitive positions will be subject to pre-employment and post-employment drug testing in accordance with University policy HR 1.95 Drug and Alcohol Testing.
Safety Sensitive or Security Sensitive Yes
Hazardous weather category Essential
Number of Vacancies 1
Desired Start Date 11/02/2026
Job Open Date 09/24/2026
Open Until Filled No
Special Instructions to Applicant
EEO Statement
The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in employment opportunities or decisions for qualified persons on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, military status, national origin, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other protected category under applicable law.
Posting Number STA00727PO26
Job Family Campus Development
Job Function Engineering
USC Market Title Asst. Director, Engineering Support
Job Level M3 - Managerial
Business Title (Internal Title) Asst Dir of Engineering Support
Campus Columbia
Work County Richland
College/Division Division of Administration and Finance
Department DAF Facilities Maintenance
State Pay Range G13
USC Market Range MRL - $97,329 $124,095 $150,860
Anticipated Hiring Range $97,329 - $124,095
Location of Vacancy Columbia, SC
Part/Full Time Full Time
Hours per Week 37.5
Work Schedule
* Standard working schedule: 8:30am – 5:00pm
* Must be willing to work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the department.
Basis 12 months
Job Search Category Trades/Maintenance
About University of South Carolina
From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor’s degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning. All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service — helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond.
Veterans' Preference Statement
The University of South Carolina is committed to equal opportunity and proudly values the skills and experience military veterans bring to our workforce. Across South Carolina, we are making veterans a priority for employment and recognize their vital contributions to our state and our communities.
Benefits for FTE Positions
The University of South Carolina (USC), through the State of SC and Public Employee Benefit Authority (PEBA), offers employees a valuable benefits package, including health and life insurance, generous paid leave and retirement programs. To learn more about USC benefits, access the "Working at USC" section on the Applicant Portal.
Advertised Job Summary
Under the supervision of the Director of Facilities Engineering Support, the Assistant Director of Engineering Support serves as the technical subject matter expert for engineering support functions related to the maintenance and operations for the University of South Carolina-Columbia Campus. The Assistant Director is responsible for oversight of engineering standards and provides technical guidance and design support for repair and maintenance projects for the University of South Carolina-Columbia Campus. Additionally, the Assistant Director will provide support and oversight for the operation of the campus utility systems, facilities conditions assessments, and other internal operational processes. The Assistant Director will provide code review and assist with ensuring that projects align with applicable construction codes. The Assistant Director serves as a designated plan reviewer to meet OSE plan review requirements for campus projects. Finally, the Assistant Director will lead engineering design efforts for in-house minor construction and maintenance repairs.
Job Related Minimum Required Education and Experience
Requires a bachelor’s degree in a job related field and 5 or more years of job related experience, which may be substituted by an equivalent combination of certification, training, education and/or experience.
Required Certification, Licensure/Other Credentials
Driver’s license required.
Preferred Qualifications
* An SC-licensed Architect with significant experience in building design and construction
* An SC-licensed Professional Engineer with significant experience in building design and construction
* An International Code Council (ICC) Certified Building Official (CBO)
* An International Code Council (ICC) Master Code Professional (MCP)
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
* Knowledge of construction, renovation, and large facility systems including mechanical, electrical, and plumbing; of an organization’s mission, programs and objectives.
* Knowledge of an organization’s structure, the people who manage the work, and the processes applicable to government work; of management principles; of applicable codes and compliance requirements; and of participatory work practices.
* Ability to develop a wide base of close customer relationships; to build, plan and work within budgeted resources; to estimate work and work within a changing work setting.
* Ability to interpret and apply rules and regulations; to manage work and provide guidance to employees; to make presentations and prepare report.
* Ability to manage and prioritize a large and complex work load with short time frames; to make decisions with limited information and a strong experience base.
* Ability to resolve problems and communicate outcomes; to interpret plans; to interact with various levels of personnel.
* Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing; to use technology; and to build teams and involve stakeholders.
* Must have strong organizational and planning skills, and good verbal and written communication skills.
* Ability to analyze and solve procedural or workflow issues.
* Ability to prioritize multiple assignments and meet scheduled timelines.
* Ability to make quick decisions with limited information and time.
* Ability to follow-up, organize, and communicate information to leadership.
* Ability to comprehend work process and make improvements.
Job Duties
The Assistant Director supports the Director in executing the departmental work plans for campus maintenance, repair, energy management, and infrastructure projects.
This position also provides lateral support for all projects and initiatives involving engineering decision making for both Capital and Infrastructure needs. Management will include needs and conditions assessments, project scoping, technical design review, setting and enforcing engineering standards. Conducts preliminary technical design and plan reviews for campus projects to ensure compliance with university engineering standards, state codes, and OSE requirements.
Assists with Columbia campus master building master plans and Utility Master plans, inclusive of all long and short-range plans. The assistant director will supervise other engineers to perform ongoing facilities condition assessments and project scoping for building infrastructure, mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems.
The Assistant Director will coordinate with internal and external agency personnel; provides direct engineering support for routine mechanical/electrical system operations, infrastructure renewals, and renovations; maintain knowledge of and implement University and industry requirements, procedures, and standards; maintain knowledge of the Department’s mission and establish goals in support of the same.
Job Duty
Provides direct daily supervision to assigned engineering support staff and student program participants. Monitors’ workload distribution, productivity, and work quality. Assists the Director with Employee Performance Management System (EPMS) evaluations, staff training regimens, and staff development programs.
Job Duty
Directs the gathering and entry of operational data into CMMS and PeopleSoft systems. Performs statistical analyses and prepares regular progress, energy performance, and departmental metrics reports for the Director. Conducts benchmarking studies against industry standards (e.g., APPA) to support continuous process improvements.
Job Duty
Coordinates the practical execution and daily administration of the student experiential learning program, ensuring students complete meaningful service projects while gaining real-world engineering experience. Enforces established engineering guidelines, operations manuals, and standard operating procedures across departmental projects.
Job Duty
Investigates risk factors and performs initial technical reviews for campus utility outage requests prior to submitting for Director/AVP approval. Serves as an operational contact with Facilities Planning, Design, and Construction, trades managers, contractors, and academic department representatives. Drafts project notification communications for campus faculty, staff, and students in coordination with departmental communications staff.
Job Duty
Perform other duties as required or assigned by the Director of Facilities Engineering Support
Position Attributes
Employees in Safety-Sensitive or Security-Sensitive positions will be subject to pre-employment and post-employment drug testing in accordance with University policy HR 1.95 Drug and Alcohol Testing.
Safety Sensitive or Security Sensitive Yes
Hazardous weather category Essential
Number of Vacancies 1
Desired Start Date 11/02/2026
Job Open Date 09/24/2026
Open Until Filled No
Special Instructions to Applicant
EEO Statement
The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in employment opportunities or decisions for qualified persons on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, military status, national origin, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other protected category under applicable law.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Visa Sponsorship as an Engineering Manager
FAANG Companies Sponsor EM Roles as Standard
Google, Amazon, Meta, Apple, and Microsoft file thousands of H-1B petitions annually and process engineering manager sponsorship routinely. Your visa status will not be a differentiating factor in their hiring decisions. These companies have established LCA precedent for management roles.
L-1A Is the Strongest Long-Term Immigration Path
If you manage an engineering team at a multinational tech company's international office, L-1A managerial transfer has no lottery, no cap, and provides a direct path to EB-1C green card (which also skips PERM). Google, Amazon, Microsoft, and Uber regularly transfer EMs from London, Bangalore, and Sydney through this pathway.
Build a Public Technical Leadership Profile
Patents, open-source project leadership, conference talks, and published technical writing support O-1 extraordinary ability classification, which bypasses the H-1B lottery entirely. Even if you pursue H-1B, a visible technical profile strengthens your candidacy because hiring managers at top companies actively source candidates with public contributions.
Growth-Stage Startups Also Sponsor
Companies that have raised Series B or later (Databricks, Figma, Notion, Vercel, Anthropic) sponsor engineering managers and have the urgency to hire leadership talent they cannot find domestically. These companies offer $150,000 to $220,000 base with significant equity upside that can exceed FAANG total compensation if the company succeeds.
Autonomous Vehicle and AI Companies Are Hiring Aggressively
Waymo, Cruise, Aurora, Tesla AI, and Anthropic, OpenAI, and other AI labs are scaling engineering organizations rapidly and need experienced managers. These companies sponsor H-1B aggressively because the domestic talent pool for ML engineering leadership is extremely thin. AI/ML management experience commands a significant premium.
TN Works for Canadian and Mexican Engineering Leaders
The Engineer category on the USMCA treaty list covers software and systems engineering management roles. Canadians can apply at the border and start the same day. TN renews indefinitely in three-year increments, making it viable as long-term work authorization without transitioning to H-1B.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the typical compensation for sponsored Engineering Manager roles in the U.S.?
Engineering managers at Google, Amazon, Meta, Apple, and Microsoft earn $200,000 to $300,000 in total compensation at the M1/L6 level. Senior engineering managers earn $300,000 to $420,000. Directors of engineering at major tech companies earn $400,000 to $600,000 or more with equity. H-1B visa LCA filings for engineering management roles show base salaries typically ranging from $160,000 to $250,000. Growth-stage startups pay $150,000 to $220,000 in base with significant equity upside.
Which visa types do Engineering Managers typically use?
H-1B is the most common and has high approval rates for engineering management roles. L-1A (managerial capacity) is widely used by multinational tech companies transferring engineering leaders to U.S. offices, with the advantage of no annual cap and a direct path to EB-1C green card. TN visas serve Canadian and Mexican citizens under the Engineer category. O-1 visa is used for engineering leaders with patents, significant open-source contributions, or major product launches. E-3 visa is available for Australians.
What types of companies sponsor Engineering Managers?
Major technology companies are the primary sponsors: Google, Amazon, Meta, Apple, Microsoft, Netflix, Stripe, Uber, and Airbnb all sponsor engineering managers routinely. Growth-stage startups that have raised Series B or later rounds also sponsor, though less predictably. Automotive and autonomous vehicle companies (Tesla, Rivian, Waymo, Cruise), aerospace (SpaceX), and fintech (Stripe, Square, Plaid) are also active sponsors for engineering leadership.
How to find Engineering Manager jobs with visa sponsorship?
To find Engineering Manager positions with visa sponsorship, use Migrate Mate, which specializes in connecting international talent with sponsoring employers. Focus on tech companies, startups, and established corporations that commonly sponsor H-1B, O-1, or L-1 visas for senior engineering roles. These employers actively seek experienced managers to lead their development teams and often have established visa sponsorship processes.
What qualifications do Engineering Manager roles require?
A bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering, electrical engineering, or a related technical field is the baseline requirement. Most engineering managers have 8 to 12 years of total experience, including at least 2 to 3 years of direct people management. Demonstrated ability to hire, develop, and retain engineers is weighted as heavily as technical depth. At senior levels, experience managing managers (M2 or higher) and scaling organizations through rapid growth are differentiating qualifications.
What is the career progression for a sponsored Engineering Manager?
The standard trajectory moves from engineering manager (managing 5 to 10 individual contributors) to senior engineering manager (managing multiple teams or managers) to director of engineering to VP of engineering. At Google, this maps to L6 manager through L8 director to VP levels. Compensation roughly doubles from EM to director level at major companies. Some engineering managers move laterally into staff or principal engineer roles if they prefer the individual contributor track. Others transition to CTO roles at startups.