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Systems engineering roles are consistently sponsored through H-1B visas, with tech companies, defense contractors, and large enterprises being the most common sponsors. The role's requirement for a degree in computer science, electrical engineering, or systems engineering makes the specialty occupation case straightforward. L-1 transfers are common at multinational tech companies. Salaries in this field typically exceed H-1B prevailing wage requirements comfortably. For detailed occupation requirements, see the O*NET profile.
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Get Access To All JobsTITLE: Power System Engineer
Location: NY- Rochester, NY - Binghamton, CT – Orange, ME - Augusta, ME - Portland
Work type: Office
Avangrid, a leading U.S. energy company with more than 3.4 million electric and natural gas customers across New York and New England, is seeking a Power System Engineer to support the reliability, safety, and modernization of its electric transmission and distribution networks.
The positions available range from Associate Engineer, Engineer, Senior Engineer, Lead Engineer, Principal Engineer, Supervisor.
Education & Experience Requirements
The following requirements are provided as guidelines. Actual requirements may vary depending on the specific position.
Education
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Civil Engineering, or Mechanical Engineering.
Engineer
- BS Required
- 2 years of experience (Industry Related)
Senior Engineer
- BS required
- 5+ years of experience (Industry Related)
Lead Engineer
- BS required with additional consideration given to applicants with Advanced Degrees or Certifications
- 7+ years of experience (Industry Related)
Principal Engineer
- BS required with additional consideration given to applicants with Advanced Degrees or Certifications
- 10+ years of experience (Industry Related)
We are looking for talented individuals with expertise in any of the following areas:
- Distribution Planning
- Transmission Planning
- Interconnection
- Power System Modeling
- Project Management
- Asset Management
- Grid Operations Support
- Protection & Control
- Design & Engineering
- Grid Infrastructure
In addition to a competitive base salary, we offer a Comprehensive benefits + Sign on Bonus for the right candidates.
Benefits For Non-Union Employees
- Award-winning student loan debt repayment program
- 12% 401(k) match
- Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses
- Comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and a variety of well-being programs
- Tuition assistance
- Opportunities for professional development, career advancement, and internal mobility
- Supportive and inclusive work environment
- Generous PTO policy
Company
AVANGRID MANAGEMENT COMPANY, LLC.
Mobility Information
Please note that any applicant who is not a citizen of the country of the vacancy will be subject to compliance with the applicable immigration requirements to legally work in that country.
At Avangrid we provide fair and equal employment and advancement opportunities for all employees and candidates regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, protected veteran status or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.
If you are an individual with a disability or a disabled veteran who is unable to use our online tool to search for or to apply for jobs, you may request a reasonable accommodation by contacting our People and Organization department at careers@avangrid.com.
Avangrid employees may be assigned a system emergency role and in the event of a system emergency, may be required to work outside of their regular schedule/job duties. This is applicable to employees that will work in Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, and New York within Avangrid Network and Corporate functions. This does not include those that will work for Avangrid Power.
Avangrid employees may also be assigned a NERC Reliability Standards compliance role supporting Critical Infrastructure Protection (CIP) and/or Operations and Planning (O&P) responsibilities. This is applicable to employees that will work in electric transmission, operations, and cyber security business areas in Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, and New York within Avangrid Network and Corporate business areas. NERC Reliability Standards compliance roles and responsibilities may include additional access protections, training, audit engagement, and required evidence retention, and will be communicated by the employee’s management.
Job Posting End Date
December-1-2026
How to Get Visa Sponsorship as a Systems Engineer
Clarify whether the role is defense/aerospace or enterprise IT
Systems engineering spans two very different domains: defense and aerospace (Model-Based Systems Engineering, requirements management, V-model lifecycle) and enterprise IT (infrastructure architecture, cloud systems, networking). The visa considerations, employers, and required skills differ significantly between these paths.
Target defense contractors' commercial or international divisions
Raytheon, Lockheed Martin, and Northrop Grumman have divisions working on commercial or international programs that may not require U.S. citizenship. These divisions occasionally sponsor H-1B visas for systems engineers on non-classified work.
Build MBSE skills for aerospace systems engineering roles
Model-Based Systems Engineering using tools like Cameo Systems Modeler, IBM Rhapsody, or DOORS is increasingly required in aerospace and defense. This specialized skill set supports the argument that the role requires advanced training beyond a general engineering degree.
Pursue INCOSE certification for professional credibility
The International Council on Systems Engineering (INCOSE) offers the Certified Systems Engineering Professional (CSEP) credential. This certification demonstrates a standardized body of knowledge and can strengthen an H-1B petition by showing the role requires recognized professional qualifications.
Consider systems engineering roles at tech companies
Companies like AWS, Microsoft Azure, and Google Cloud hire systems engineers for cloud infrastructure and platform reliability. These roles benefit from the tech industry's established sponsorship infrastructure and may be labeled as Systems Engineer, Infrastructure Engineer, or Site Reliability Engineer.
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Get Access To All JobsFrequently Asked Questions
Can systems engineers get sponsored in the defense industry?
It depends on the program. Many defense systems engineering roles require security clearances available only to U.S. citizens, but some programs involving commercial or allied-nation customers may be accessible to visa holders. Companies like BAE Systems and L3Harris have occasionally sponsored H-1B visas for engineers on non-classified programs. Always verify clearance requirements in the job posting.
What is the difference between a systems engineer in aerospace and in IT?
In aerospace and defense, systems engineers manage complex hardware-software systems using requirements decomposition, V&V (verification and validation), and MBSE tools. In IT, systems engineers focus on infrastructure - servers, networking, cloud platforms, and operating systems. Both qualify for H-1B sponsorship, but they fall under different SOC codes and have different prevailing wage levels.
Do systems engineering roles typically require a master's degree?
It varies by industry. Defense and aerospace systems engineering roles often prefer or require a master's in systems engineering, electrical engineering, or a related discipline. IT systems engineering roles may accept a bachelor's degree in computer science or information technology with relevant experience. A master's degree generally strengthens the H-1B petition regardless of the domain.
Is systems engineering eligible for STEM OPT?
Yes. Systems engineering, electrical engineering, computer engineering, and computer science all qualify for the 24-month STEM OPT extension. This gives you up to 36 months of work authorization to gain experience before an employer needs to file an H-1B petition. Verify that your specific CIP code is on the STEM-designated degree list.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Systems 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 systems 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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