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Engineering Team Lead roles attract strong H-1B visa and O-1 visa sponsorship from U.S. tech employers, who routinely file for experienced engineering managers. Most openings require a bachelor's degree in computer science or a related field, and many employers sponsor green card petitions for long-term hires. For detailed occupation requirements, see the O*NET profile.
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Location: Ft.Wayne, IN, US, 46808-1998
Requisition: 65384
Dana is a global leader in the supply of highly engineered driveline, sealing, and thermal-management technologies that improve the efficiency and performance of vehicles with both conventional and alternative-energy powertrains. Serving two primary markets – passenger vehicle and commercial truck – Dana provides the world's original-equipment manufacturers and the aftermarket with local product and service support through a network of nearly 100 engineering, manufacturing, and distribution facilities.
Job Purpose
With minimal supervision, direct and lead a team of gear process engineers tasked with process maintenance and process development for hypoid ring and pinion gears.
Processes include blanking, cutting (including cutter build), heat treat, shot peening, thread anneal, straightening, hard turn, lapping and testing for a 3-shift operating schedule.
Develop & maintain CNC programs for pinion & ring blanking, including overseeing & directing cutting tool & work holding selection & design. Will request quotations from vendors, compose RFA’s (Request For Appropriation), cost justifications & specify &/or 3rd shifts as required.
Job Duties and Responsibilities
GENERAL
- Develop, direct and lead gear processing team
- Coordinate with other plant departments (maintenance, automation, operations, scheduling) and the Corporate Manufacturing Group to achieve plant goals
- Identify and implement best practices to improve safety, quality and productivity
- Sustain improvements through training and documentation, including visual work instructions, process sheets, PFMEA’s & Control Plans
- Create training plans for gear process team
- Develop Supervisors, Team Leaders and key Operators in production departments
- Sustain a sense of process ownership with gear process team
- Coordinate all sales inquiries & program launches through APQP
- This includes coordinating the manufacture & movement of pre-production material through the production departments
- Manage capital budget through ICM and similar computer based systems
- Participate in Engineering Intern recruitments/hiring process and Supervise engineering Interns
ESTIMATING
- Responsible for timely completion of all estimates
- Obtain quotations for new capital & tooling as needed
- Blackboard or directional estimates as required
BUSINESS UNIT
- Capacity analysis
- Involved in Business Unit manufacturing strategy
- Planning of equipment moves within Ft Wayne & Business Unit
- Protective clothing required
- Loud noise in certain areas of the plant may require the use of approved ear protection
- PPE per facility safety requirements
Job Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related engineering or technology field w/CNC programming capability & a minimum of 7 yrs experience.
- Must be able to read & interpret engineering drawings & specifications, including geometric dimensioning & tolerancing (GD&T) standards
- Must have proven mechanical aptitude, knowledge of the proper usage & application of measuring equipment
- Work effectively, efficiently & a self-starter
- Demonstrate proficient written/verbal communication skills in the English language
- Use various computer operating systems & software as necessary, including, but not limited to, PC applications (Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, etc), & machine specific operating system & software applications
- Strong problem-solving techniques
- Must be able to work inside & outside the plant unsupervised for extended periods of time
- Must be available to flex shifts & work on weekends to support the engineering &/or production system
- On short notice & be able to travel to machine manufacturers, customers, suppliers, & other locations when required. Travel may span several days, may be out of the country, & at times are on short notice
- May be required to attend a variety of gear manufacturing courses, tool shows, gear shows, & seminars which may require weeks to complete & may require foreign travel
- Must have or be eligible for a passport for foreign travel, & have a valid driver’s license
PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS
- Thorough knowledge of face milling, face-hobbing, grinding, turning, heat treatment & other processes used in the manufacture of gears
- Prior experience with an organized labor force
Education and Qualifications
Skills and Competencies
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.
Unsolicited Resumes from Third-Party Recruiters
Please note that as per Dana policy, we do not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters unless such recruiters were engaged to provide candidates for a specified opening. Any employment agency, person or entity that submits an unsolicited resume does so with the understanding that Dana will have the right to hire that applicant at its discretion without any fee owed to the submitting employment agency, person or entity.
Join our team of 28,000 problem solvers who are fostering a culture of innovation by leveraging the diverse perspectives of our global team. We believe in facing challenges head-on by finding opportunity and uncovering possibility, where roadblocks and barriers become targets instead of obstacles. We are One Dana with limitless opportunity.
Our Values
- Value Others
- Inspire Innovation
- Grow Responsibly
- Win Together
Gear Engineering Team Lead
Location: Ft.Wayne, IN, US, 46808-1998
Requisition: 65384
Dana is a global leader in the supply of highly engineered driveline, sealing, and thermal-management technologies that improve the efficiency and performance of vehicles with both conventional and alternative-energy powertrains. Serving two primary markets – passenger vehicle and commercial truck – Dana provides the world's original-equipment manufacturers and the aftermarket with local product and service support through a network of nearly 100 engineering, manufacturing, and distribution facilities.
Job Purpose
With minimal supervision, direct and lead a team of gear process engineers tasked with process maintenance and process development for hypoid ring and pinion gears.
Processes include blanking, cutting (including cutter build), heat treat, shot peening, thread anneal, straightening, hard turn, lapping and testing for a 3-shift operating schedule.
Develop & maintain CNC programs for pinion & ring blanking, including overseeing & directing cutting tool & work holding selection & design. Will request quotations from vendors, compose RFA’s (Request For Appropriation), cost justifications & specify &/or 3rd shifts as required.
Job Duties and Responsibilities
GENERAL
- Develop, direct and lead gear processing team
- Coordinate with other plant departments (maintenance, automation, operations, scheduling) and the Corporate Manufacturing Group to achieve plant goals
- Identify and implement best practices to improve safety, quality and productivity
- Sustain improvements through training and documentation, including visual work instructions, process sheets, PFMEA’s & Control Plans
- Create training plans for gear process team
- Develop Supervisors, Team Leaders and key Operators in production departments
- Sustain a sense of process ownership with gear process team
- Coordinate all sales inquiries & program launches through APQP
- This includes coordinating the manufacture & movement of pre-production material through the production departments
- Manage capital budget through ICM and similar computer based systems
- Participate in Engineering Intern recruitments/hiring process and Supervise engineering Interns
ESTIMATING
- Responsible for timely completion of all estimates
- Obtain quotations for new capital & tooling as needed
- Blackboard or directional estimates as required
BUSINESS UNIT
- Capacity analysis
- Involved in Business Unit manufacturing strategy
- Planning of equipment moves within Ft Wayne & Business Unit
- Protective clothing required
- Loud noise in certain areas of the plant may require the use of approved ear protection
- PPE per facility safety requirements
Job Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related engineering or technology field w/CNC programming capability & a minimum of 7 yrs experience.
- Must be able to read & interpret engineering drawings & specifications, including geometric dimensioning & tolerancing (GD&T) standards
- Must have proven mechanical aptitude, knowledge of the proper usage & application of measuring equipment
- Work effectively, efficiently & a self-starter
- Demonstrate proficient written/verbal communication skills in the English language
- Use various computer operating systems & software as necessary, including, but not limited to, PC applications (Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, etc), & machine specific operating system & software applications
- Strong problem-solving techniques
- Must be able to work inside & outside the plant unsupervised for extended periods of time
- Must be available to flex shifts & work on weekends to support the engineering &/or production system
- On short notice & be able to travel to machine manufacturers, customers, suppliers, & other locations when required. Travel may span several days, may be out of the country, & at times are on short notice
- May be required to attend a variety of gear manufacturing courses, tool shows, gear shows, & seminars which may require weeks to complete & may require foreign travel
- Must have or be eligible for a passport for foreign travel, & have a valid driver’s license
PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS
- Thorough knowledge of face milling, face-hobbing, grinding, turning, heat treatment & other processes used in the manufacture of gears
- Prior experience with an organized labor force
Education and Qualifications
Skills and Competencies
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.
Unsolicited Resumes from Third-Party Recruiters
Please note that as per Dana policy, we do not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters unless such recruiters were engaged to provide candidates for a specified opening. Any employment agency, person or entity that submits an unsolicited resume does so with the understanding that Dana will have the right to hire that applicant at its discretion without any fee owed to the submitting employment agency, person or entity.
Join our team of 28,000 problem solvers who are fostering a culture of innovation by leveraging the diverse perspectives of our global team. We believe in facing challenges head-on by finding opportunity and uncovering possibility, where roadblocks and barriers become targets instead of obstacles. We are One Dana with limitless opportunity.
Our Values
- Value Others
- Inspire Innovation
- Grow Responsibly
- Win Together
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Engineering Team Lead Jobs
Target employers with a proven H-1B filing history
Companies that have filed H-1B petitions for engineering managers in previous years are far more likely to sponsor again. Reviewing DOL disclosure data by job title helps you identify employers who routinely hire international engineering leads.
Clarify the people-management split during interviews
USCIS scrutinizes hybrid roles where management duties dilute the specialty occupation argument. Be prepared to explain that your role requires specialized engineering judgment, not just oversight, to support a strong H-1B petition narrative.
Confirm your degree field aligns with the technical scope
A degree in computer science, electrical engineering, or software engineering directly supports an H-1B specialty occupation claim. Degrees in unrelated fields require documented work experience equivalency, which adds complexity and can slow the petition process.
Ask about EB-2 or EB-1C green card sponsorship timelines
Larger tech employers often sponsor Engineering Team Leads for EB-2 or EB-1C green cards after a qualifying period. Confirming this intent before you accept an offer gives you a clearer picture of your long-term U.S. immigration pathway.
Use premium processing to reduce uncertainty during job transitions
If you're changing employers and need H-1B transfer approval quickly, premium processing cuts the USCIS adjudication window to roughly 15 business days. Many employers in competitive hiring situations will cover this fee without being asked.
Document your technical contributions, not just your team results
USCIS evaluates whether the role genuinely requires specialized knowledge. Offer letters and job descriptions that emphasize your hands-on technical responsibilities alongside management duties build a stronger specialty occupation case than leadership-only framing.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do companies actually sponsor H-1B visas for Engineering Team Lead positions?
Yes, and at relatively high rates compared to many other roles. Major tech employers including Google, Amazon, and Microsoft regularly file H-1B visa petitions for engineering leads. The key variable is company size, larger employers with established immigration programs are more likely to sponsor than early-stage startups. Migrate Mate filters job listings by sponsorship willingness, making it easier to target employers who have a track record of filing for this role.
Can an Engineering Team Lead qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
Yes, but the petition needs to be structured carefully. USCIS requires that the role normally requires a bachelor's degree or higher in a specific specialty. Engineering Team Lead roles that combine hands-on technical work with management generally qualify, provided the job description emphasizes the engineering judgment required. Roles framed primarily as people management without a clear technical component are more likely to face a Request for Evidence.
What degree do I need to qualify for H-1B sponsorship as an Engineering Team Lead?
A bachelor's degree or higher in computer science, software engineering, electrical engineering, or a closely related technical field is the standard requirement. If your degree is in a different field, USCIS allows three years of relevant work experience to substitute for one year of education, but this must be carefully documented. A two-year degree combined with six or more years of direct engineering experience can establish equivalency for petition purposes.
How does the H-1B lottery affect my chances as an Engineering Team Lead?
The lottery applies equally regardless of job title. In FY 2025, USCIS received approximately 442,000 registrations for 85,000 available slots, resulting in a selection rate of around 25%. However, if you hold a U.S. master's degree, your registration enters the master's cap pool first, which historically improves selection odds slightly. Cap-exempt employers, universities, nonprofit research institutions, and government entities, can file year-round without lottery participation.
Is it realistic to pursue a green card as an Engineering Team Lead?
For most nationalities, yes. Engineering Team Leads typically qualify under EB-2 (advanced degree or exceptional ability) or EB-3 (skilled worker) categories, both of which require PERM labor certification. Indian and Chinese nationals face significantly longer backlogs due to per-country caps. If your employer files early in your tenure and you're not from a backlogged country, permanent residency within three to five years of the initial petition is achievable for many applicants.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Engineering Team Lead jobs?
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.