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PLT Process Engineer

Continental Automotive Systems INC · 🇺🇸 Mount Vernon, IL, US

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  • Employer is on a government sponsor recordThe US Department of Labor certified 1 H-1B/E-3 labor condition applications for this employer between Oct 2025 and Jun 2026 (latest Nov 2025) — the step every H-1B hire needs first. USCIS also records 17 H-1B approvals in FY2023. Source: LCA disclosure data (US Department of Labor (OFLC)).
  • The posting says it won’t sponsorIts own wording says sponsorship is unavailable.
  • No salary bar for this routeH-1B has no fixed salary bar: the employer must pay at least the prevailing wage for the role and area. Cap-subject employers enter a lottery weighted by wage level. Source: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2025/12/29/2025-23853/weighted-selection-process-for-registrants-and-petitioners-seeking-to-file-cap-subject-h-1b, rules effective 2026-02-27.
  • What Continental Automotive Systems INC paid sponsored hires in similar roles1 certified filing for “Sr Systems Engineer - Kbgfjg241952-3” (Mechanical Engineers) in MI: $131k–$131k, median $131k. Most were filed at wage level II (100%) — 2 lottery entries, ≈31% projected selection odds for cap-subject employers. The pay stated here ($78,000 a year) is below what this employer usually pays sponsored hires for this role. Source: US Department of Labor LCA disclosure data (Oct 2025 – Jun 2026).
  • Confirmed live todayWhen a source last listed this job as open.

US H-1B: cap-subject employers enter a lottery weighted by wage level — Level I gets 1 entry, Level IV gets 4 (DHS projected selection odds ≈15% at Level I to ≈61% at Level IV). Universities and non-profit research employers are cap-exempt. The $100,000 fee for new petitions from abroad is currently blocked by a court order (appeal pending).

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1 H-1B filing certified since Oct 2025

The US Department of Labor certified 1 H-1B/E-3 labor condition applications for this employer between Oct 2025 and Jun 2026 (latest Nov 2025) — the step every H-1B hire needs first. USCIS also records 17 H-1B approvals in FY2023. Source: LCA disclosure data (US Department of Labor (OFLC)).

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About the role

The PLT Process Engineer will: Develop and improve processes with respect to stabilization, cost reduction and variance reduction in the department. Special focus on the continuous improvement projects, Six Sigma, TQM, TPM.  Actively participate in developing, monitoring, and improving processes throughout the plant. IMPROVEMENT OF PRODUCT AND PROCESS:  Driving force in continuing improvement of systems and processes within the area of responsibilities with focus on process improvement and cost.  Monitor systems to identify trends and anomalies, including green/cured waste, and ensure reduction countermeasures are developed. Assists in other areas of the plant to improve plant performance. CONTINUOUS IMPROVEMENT, Six Sigma, KAIZEN, TQM, TPM: Drive and track departmental improvement initiatives in Six Sigma, Kaizen, TQM and TPM.  Participates in TPM, Reliability, and Yellow Belt teams.  Act as a team member on other work group teams and manage, identify, develop, and implement continuous improvement projects. DEPARTMENTAL MANAGEMENT: Assist in daily trouble shooting of manufacturing process in area of responsibility.  Act as liaison to engineering services for departmental project work. While performing the above duties, adhere to all safety and environmental rules and regulations. Ensure all ESH procedures, policies and legal requirements are implemented and monitored. NOTE: May not be inclusive of all work required and may be updated as needed.   Basic Requirements: • Bachelor's degree in Engineering • Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required. We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas now or in the future for this job posting. • No relocation assistance is offered for this position Preferred Requirements: • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Chemical Engineering Environment • Safety is our highest priority and safety procedures/ guidelines must be always adhered to. This includes safety wear such as hearing protection and steel toe shoes.  • The job is within a non-climate controlled environment where you will be exposed to temperature swings (hot/cold), forklift and pedestrian traffic, and noise.  THE PERKS • Immediate Benefits  • Robust Total Rewards Package • Paid Time Off • Tuition Assistance • Employee Discounts, including tire discounts • Employer 401k Match • Diverse & Inclusive Work Environment with 20+ Employee Resource groups. • Employee Assistance Program • Future Growth Opportunities, including personal and professional • And many more benefits that come with working for a global industry leader! The starting annual salary for this role is $78,000 a year. Salaries are based upon candidate skills, experience, and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations Ready to drive with Continental? Take the first step and fill in the online application. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. EEO-Statement: EEO / Disabled / Protected Veteran Employer. Continental offers equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals, without regard to unlawful consideration to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law. In addition, as a federal contractor, Continental complies with government regulations, including affirmative action responsibilities for qualified individuals with a disability and protected veterans, where they apply. To be considered, you must apply for a specific position for which Continental has a current posted job opening. Qualifying applications will be considered only for the specific opening(s) to which you apply. If you would like to be considered for additional or future job openings, we en

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