System Support Engineer Jobs in USA with Visa Sponsorship
System Support Engineer jobs attract H-1B visa, TN visa, and E-3 visa sponsorship from employers in IT services, healthcare systems, and enterprise software. Roles typically qualify as specialty occupations requiring a bachelor's degree in computer science, information systems, or a closely related field, making visa sponsorship achievable across multiple pathways.
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Luck Stone’s IT team is looking to hire a Network & Systems Support Engineer who’s ready to keep our infrastructure running securely, efficiently, and at full strength. This role sits at the intersection of networking, Microsoft systems, virtualization, and hands-on HMI support. Additionally, this role will be working across our plant IT environment to implement solutions, troubleshoot issues, and ensure our technology holds up to the demands of a growing operation.
Why Luck?
Luck Stone is the nation’s largest family-owned producer of aggregates, and we’re continuing to grow! Four generations in, we still run on integrity, commitment, leadership, and creativity — and we invest in helping every associate ignite their human potential.
What You’ll Do
- Implement, maintain, and administer computer networks, systems software, hardware, and configurations
- Configure and test networking software and protect data, software, and hardware through proactive network security planning and implementation
- Monitor network performance and make adjustments to keep systems operating at their best
- Maintain and administer Microsoft Windows Server and Active Directory services infrastructure
- Maintain and administer the virtualization environment and support Microsoft infrastructure implementation and maintenance
- Develop and maintain Human Machine Interface (HMI) platforms and data collection systems used by operations to control and automate crushed stone equipment
- Work with the controls engineering group to implement new graphical control schemes for HMI computers
- Provide day-to-day support and troubleshooting for plant IT services — diagnosing, validating, and resolving issues quickly
- Support all aspects of Electrical Engineering and Electrical Technician laptops
- Identify areas of improvement and assist in creating and implementing solutions
- Assist with planning IT services strategies that support the application portfolio and business requirements
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Education: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience preferred
Experience: 5+ years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Skills:
- In-depth knowledge of Microsoft applications, Cisco systems, networking, and infrastructure
- Strong working knowledge of LAN/WAN infrastructure
- HMI development experience, including Visual Basic scripting
- Strong IT security background
- Familiarity with Rockwell Factory Talk View or Wonderware InTouch by AVEVA is a plus
- Ability to build and maintain relationships with internal stakeholders, outside contractors, and vendors
- Strong communicator at all levels of the organization with the ability to surface technology needs and opportunities
- A responsive self-starter with a service-excellence mindset, strong business acumen, and a genuine commitment to the success of the people and organization around you
Schedule & Location
Onsite at our corporate office in Manakin-Sabot, Monday through Friday, with standard office hours of 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM and some flexibility.
Pay & Benefits
The estimated range is the budgeted amount for this position. Final offers are based on various factors, including skill set, experience, location, qualifications and other job-related reasons.
Benefits start on Day 1 of employment and include:
- Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and long-term disability
- Paid time off: personal, vacation, holidays, and 5 well-being days
- Matching 401(k) and retirement pension
What Happens Next
You’ll get a confirmation email when we receive your application, and our recruiting team will reach out if it’s a strong match.
EEO
Luck Companies is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. We are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The more inclusive we are, the better our work will be.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
INTRODUCTION
Luck Stone’s IT team is looking to hire a Network & Systems Support Engineer who’s ready to keep our infrastructure running securely, efficiently, and at full strength. This role sits at the intersection of networking, Microsoft systems, virtualization, and hands-on HMI support. Additionally, this role will be working across our plant IT environment to implement solutions, troubleshoot issues, and ensure our technology holds up to the demands of a growing operation.
Why Luck?
Luck Stone is the nation’s largest family-owned producer of aggregates, and we’re continuing to grow! Four generations in, we still run on integrity, commitment, leadership, and creativity — and we invest in helping every associate ignite their human potential.
What You’ll Do
- Implement, maintain, and administer computer networks, systems software, hardware, and configurations
- Configure and test networking software and protect data, software, and hardware through proactive network security planning and implementation
- Monitor network performance and make adjustments to keep systems operating at their best
- Maintain and administer Microsoft Windows Server and Active Directory services infrastructure
- Maintain and administer the virtualization environment and support Microsoft infrastructure implementation and maintenance
- Develop and maintain Human Machine Interface (HMI) platforms and data collection systems used by operations to control and automate crushed stone equipment
- Work with the controls engineering group to implement new graphical control schemes for HMI computers
- Provide day-to-day support and troubleshooting for plant IT services — diagnosing, validating, and resolving issues quickly
- Support all aspects of Electrical Engineering and Electrical Technician laptops
- Identify areas of improvement and assist in creating and implementing solutions
- Assist with planning IT services strategies that support the application portfolio and business requirements
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Education: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience preferred
Experience: 5+ years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Skills:
- In-depth knowledge of Microsoft applications, Cisco systems, networking, and infrastructure
- Strong working knowledge of LAN/WAN infrastructure
- HMI development experience, including Visual Basic scripting
- Strong IT security background
- Familiarity with Rockwell Factory Talk View or Wonderware InTouch by AVEVA is a plus
- Ability to build and maintain relationships with internal stakeholders, outside contractors, and vendors
- Strong communicator at all levels of the organization with the ability to surface technology needs and opportunities
- A responsive self-starter with a service-excellence mindset, strong business acumen, and a genuine commitment to the success of the people and organization around you
Schedule & Location
Onsite at our corporate office in Manakin-Sabot, Monday through Friday, with standard office hours of 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM and some flexibility.
Pay & Benefits
The estimated range is the budgeted amount for this position. Final offers are based on various factors, including skill set, experience, location, qualifications and other job-related reasons.
Benefits start on Day 1 of employment and include:
- Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and long-term disability
- Paid time off: personal, vacation, holidays, and 5 well-being days
- Matching 401(k) and retirement pension
What Happens Next
You’ll get a confirmation email when we receive your application, and our recruiting team will reach out if it’s a strong match.
EEO
Luck Companies is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. We are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The more inclusive we are, the better our work will be.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Visa Sponsorship as a System Support Engineer
Map your degree to the role
USCIS scrutinizes whether your degree field directly relates to system support engineering. A computer science or information systems degree maps cleanly, but an unrelated degree paired with certifications like CompTIA or CCNA can weaken your petition without additional documentation bridging the gap.
Target employers with LCA filing history
Use Migrate Mate to find employers who have filed Labor Condition Applications for system support roles. Employers with active LCA history already understand the DOL certification process, which shortens your time from offer to petition filing significantly.
Verify the prevailing wage tier before negotiating
Run your target city and job title through the OFLC Wage Search before salary discussions. Your offer must meet the certified prevailing wage on the LCA, so knowing the Level I through Level IV range prevents late-stage renegotiation that can delay filing.
Clarify specialty occupation standing upfront
Some employers classify system support roles as IT generalist positions rather than specialty occupations, which creates H-1B RFE risk. Ask hiring managers how the role is titled in USCIS filings and whether a degree in a specific technical field is listed as required, not preferred.
Align your resume with O*NET task language
O*NET defines the core tasks and tools for system support engineering roles. When your resume mirrors that task language, it strengthens the specialty occupation argument your employer makes in the I-129 petition and reduces the likelihood of a Request for Evidence.
Confirm E-Verify enrollment before STEM OPT transitions
If you're moving from F-1 OPT to a full sponsorship pathway, your employer must be enrolled in E-Verify to authorize your STEM OPT extension. Confirm enrollment before signing an offer, since retroactive enrollment doesn't cover the gap period.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does a System Support Engineer role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
Most system support engineering roles qualify as specialty occupations when the employer can demonstrate the position requires at least a bachelor's degree in computer science, information systems, or a related technical field. The risk arises when job postings list a degree as preferred rather than required. If the employer's internal job description is vague, USCIS may issue a Request for Evidence challenging specialty occupation status, so the job description used in the LCA should be specific about technical degree requirements.
Which visa types are realistic for System Support Engineer sponsorship?
H-1B is the most common pathway, though it's subject to an annual cap and lottery. Australian nationals can pursue the E-3, which has a separate cap that has never been exhausted and doesn't require a lottery. Canadian and Mexican nationals may qualify under TN if the role maps to a recognized USMCA computer systems analyst or engineer category. Each visa requires the employer to file a Labor Condition Application with DOL before the petition or consular application proceeds.
How do I find System Support Engineer jobs where employers are already set up to sponsor?
Migrate Mate lists employers with verified LCA filing history for system support and related technical roles, so you're only looking at companies that have already navigated the sponsorship process. This saves time compared to applying broadly and discovering sponsorship readiness late in the hiring process.
Does my degree field matter, or is work experience enough for sponsorship?
Degree field matters significantly for H-1B specialty occupation petitions. USCIS expects a direct relationship between your degree and the system support engineering role. A degree in computer science, information technology, or information systems is straightforward. Degrees in unrelated fields require the employer to build a more detailed specialty occupation argument, and in some cases a three-to-one experience substitution can partially compensate, but it increases RFE risk and petition complexity.
What happens to my status if my H-1B petition is filed but not yet approved when my OPT expires?
If your employer files a cap-subject H-1B petition before your OPT authorization ends, the cap-gap rule automatically extends your F-1 status and work authorization until October 1 of that year, when H-1B status would begin. You can continue working for the same employer during this gap period. If the petition is denied or withdrawn, the extension ends and you must stop working. USCIS tracks this through your I-20 and the petition receipt notice.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored System Support Engineer 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.