Robotics Engineer Jobs in USA with Visa Sponsorship
There are 1,352+ robotics engineer positions currently offering visa sponsorship in the United States. The most common visa types for these roles include H-1B, Green Card, TN. Top hiring companies include Amazon.com, Agility Robotics, & FieldAI, among others. Salaries for sponsored positions range from $117K – $170K.
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Hydro Extrusions is a world-leading aluminium extrusion business counting around 100 production sites in 40 countries and employing 20,000 people. Through our unique combination of local expertise, global network, and unmatched R&D capabilities, we can offer everything from standards profiles to advanced development and manufacturing for most industries. Since 1905, Hydro has turned natural resources into valuable products for people and businesses with focus on a safe and good workplace for our 30,000 employees in more than 140 locations.
What we offer you
- Medical, Rx, Dental, Disability, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts
- Retirement Savings Plans with Company Match/Contributions
- Education Assistance
- Bonus Plan Eligibility
- Parental Leave
Job Summary
The Manufacturing Engineer serves as the liaison between Program Engineering and Production responsible for creating, developing, and implementing procedures to assemble, test, process and manufacture aluminum extrusions. This position reports to the Engineering Manager.
What you will be doing
- Develop, evaluate, and improve manufacturing processes.
- Develop and implement new process techniques and procedures.
- Continuously analyze manufacturing process flows to enhance quality, reduce costs, and increase throughput.
- Collaborate with suppliers to define product specifications, arrange procurement of parts/materials, and ensure compliance with quality standards.
- Work closely with the manufacturing team to develop and deliver technical training for staff.
- Provide engineering support to troubleshoot and resolve technical issues in production.
- Design and approve tooling prior to fabrication.
What will make you successful?
Required Education/Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field from an accredited college.
- Minimum of three (3) years of experience in a manufacturing or production environment.
Preferred Skills/Qualifications:
- Strong written and verbal communication skills across all levels of the organization.
- Basic math skills, including the ability to read/write small numbers and perform arithmetic calculations.
- Proven ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment and responding quickly to issues.
Equal opportunities
Hydro in North America is an Equal Opportunity Employer where all phases of employment are based strictly upon the qualifications of the individual as related to the work requirements of the position. This policy is applied without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, veteran status, marital status or any other category protected by law. We strive to provide equal opportunities for all to contribute and succeed with us. If you need an accommodation in order to complete the application, please contact Hydro Recruiting via email at recruiting.north.america@hydro.com
How to Get Visa Sponsorship as a Robotics Engineer
Distinguish your profile from general robotics job seekers
Robotics engineer roles typically require hands-on experience with specific hardware platforms - not just simulation. Demonstrate that you have worked with real robots, whether industrial arms (FANUC, ABB), mobile platforms (Clearpath, Boston Dynamics Spot), or custom systems built during graduate research.
Target companies with active robotics deployments
Amazon Robotics, Locus Robotics, Zebra Technologies (Fetch Robotics), and Intuitive Surgical are actively hiring robotics engineers and have H-1B sponsorship histories. Focus on companies deploying robots at scale rather than pure R&D shops, as deployment teams often face more immediate hiring pressure.
Combine ROS expertise with a systems integration mindset
Proficiency in ROS/ROS 2 is expected, but employers especially value robotics engineers who can integrate perception, planning, and control into reliable production systems. If you can bridge the gap between research prototypes and deployed products, your profile becomes significantly stronger.
Leverage graduate research to build an O-1 case
If you have published conference papers at ICRA, IROS, CoRL, or RSS, or hold patents related to robotics, you may qualify for O-1 extraordinary ability status. O-1 visas are not subject to the H-1B cap and have no annual lottery, giving you an alternative path to work authorization.
Explore agricultural and logistics robotics for less competition
Warehouse robotics (pick-and-place, goods-to-person systems) and agricultural robotics (autonomous harvesting, crop monitoring) are high-growth areas where the talent pool is smaller than autonomous vehicles. Companies like Agility Robotics and Blue River Technology (John Deere) work in these spaces.
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Get Access To All JobsFrequently Asked Questions
How are robotics engineer and software engineer H-1B petitions different?
Robotics engineer roles often span multiple engineering disciplines - mechanical, electrical, and software - which can actually strengthen the specialty occupation argument since the interdisciplinary nature requires advanced training. The SOC code used may vary depending on whether the role is primarily software (motion planning) or hardware (mechatronics). Employers typically work with immigration attorneys to select the most appropriate classification.
Do I need a PhD to be a sponsored robotics engineer?
A PhD is not required, but it is common in robotics because many roles involve research-level problems in perception, manipulation, or planning. A master's degree with strong project experience is sufficient for most industry positions. A PhD is most advantageous for roles at research labs, autonomous vehicle companies, and positions that involve developing novel algorithms.
Can robotics engineers work in manufacturing on a visa?
Yes. Manufacturing facilities that use industrial robots, automated guided vehicles, and other automation systems regularly employ robotics engineers on H-1B visas. These roles typically do not involve ITAR restrictions unless the manufacturing is for defense applications. Automotive, electronics, pharmaceutical, and consumer goods manufacturing are all accessible sectors for visa holders.
What programming languages are most important for robotics engineer sponsorship roles?
C++ and Python are the core languages for most robotics engineering positions. C++ is essential for real-time control, perception pipelines, and performance-critical systems. Python is used for prototyping, machine learning, and ROS scripting. Familiarity with embedded C for microcontrollers and MATLAB/Simulink for modeling and simulation is also frequently requested.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Robotics Engineer jobs?
When a U.S. employer sponsors a foreign worker for a work visa, they are legally required to pay at least the "prevailing wage" — the average wage paid to workers in the same occupation, in the same geographic area, with similar experience. This is set by the Department of Labor to prevent employers from hiring foreign workers at below-market rates. The prevailing wage varies significantly by role, location, and experience level — for example, a robotics engineer in California will have a different prevailing wage than the same role in a smaller state. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search.
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