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Technical Project Manager – Special Machinery & Automation
Robert Bosch LLC · 🇺🇸 Charleston, SC, US
Sponsorship verdict
Sponsorship possible
One solid signal, not two — worth applying, and worth asking about sponsorship early.
- Employer is on a government sponsor recordThe US Department of Labor certified 92 H-1B/E-3 labor condition applications for this employer between Oct 2025 and Jun 2026 (latest Jun 2026) — the step every H-1B hire needs first. USCIS also records 50 H-1B approvals in FY2023. Source: LCA disclosure data (US Department of Labor (OFLC)).
- The posting doesn’t mention sponsorshipSilence isn’t a refusal — ask the recruiter before investing much time.
- 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 Robert Bosch LLC paid sponsored hires in similar roles3 certified filings for “Senior Software Project Manager” (Information Technology Project Managers) in MI: $129k–$151k, median $146k. Most were filed at wage level IV (100%) — 4 lottery entries, ≈61% projected selection odds for cap-subject employers. 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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The US Department of Labor certified 92 H-1B/E-3 labor condition applications for this employer between Oct 2025 and Jun 2026 (latest Jun 2026) — the step every H-1B hire needs first. USCIS also records 50 H-1B approvals in FY2023. Source: LCA disclosure data (US Department of Labor (OFLC)).
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About the role
Position Overview Help us drive the future of automation! We are seeking a Technical Project Manager to lead the end-to-end delivery of customized industrial automation and special-purpose machinery. In this high-impact role, you will serve as the primary interface between customers and BMG’s global engineering teams, driving projects from concept through commissioning and final acceptance. You will have full ownership of project execution, including schedule, budget, technical scope, quality, and customer satisfaction. Projects typically include targeted technical upgrades, machine retools, complex system integrations, international production lines, and testing systems delivered to global customers across Automotive, Battery/EV, Electronics, Hydrogen (H2), and Consumer Goods sectors. Key Responsibilities: Project Planning and Execution • Translate customer requirements and contractual commitments into a clear project scope, objectives, and actionable deliverables. • Develop and rigorously maintain integrated project schedules, critical path milestones, and resource allocation plans using standard project management tools. • Monitor project progress against the baseline, proactively identifying and mitigating risks to ensure on-time delivery and adherence to BMG quality standard. • Lead on-site installation, commissioning, and final acceptance activities at the customer's facility, ensuring a smooth handover. Global Cross-Functional Team Leadership • Direct and synchronize multidisciplinary international teams (Mechanical, Electrical, Software) across various worldwide BMG locations. • Serve as the General Contractor for the project, owning the end-to-end sourcing of machinery and subsystems from global BMG sites, and managing their final integration, commissioning, and delivery in the US. • Foster a highly collaborative environment between international engineering hubs, third-party suppliers, and the local US execution teams (Engineering, Purchasing, Logistics, Commissioning). Customer and Stakeholder Management • Serve as the primary customer interface throughout the project lifecycle. • Build strong relationships with technical and executive stakeholders. • Professionally manage customer expectations, scope modifications, and escalations with a solution-oriented mindset. • Deliver transparent and concise reporting on project status, risks, and key performance indicators (KPI's) to all stakeholders. Commercial and Risk Management • Own project's financial performance, including budget and margin targets. • Identify and mitigate technical, commercial, and operational risks. • Manage structured change processes, including impact analysis and approvals. Required Qualifications: • Education : Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, or a related field). • Experience : A minimum of 5 years of proven experience in project management, specifically within the industrial automation, special-purpose machinery, or production equipment sectors. • Language : Business-level proficiency in English • Travel : Willingness to travel domestically and internationally based on project needs. Technical Acumen: • Demonstrated, hands-on experience with complex automated systems integrating mechanical, electrical, robotics, vision, and PLC controls. • Strong understanding of industrial manufacturing processes and machine architecture. • Proficiency with modern project management tools (e.g., MS Project, or similar). Preferred Skills • PMP or similar project management certification. • Experience leading international project teams. • Experience with SAP or other ERP systems for project controlling. • Certification or knowledge of Six Sigma, 8D, or structured problem-solvi