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Applications Engineer, Sr.
Robert Bosch LLC · 🇺🇸 Lincolnshire, IL, 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 roles1 certified filing for “NETWORK ENGINEER, SR.” (Network and Computer Systems Administrators) in IL: $132k–$132k, median $132k. 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
The Senior Applications Engineer serves as a technical leader and trusted advisor to customers, sales teams, and internal stakeholders in developing hydraulic solutions that meet complex application requirements. This role is responsible for evaluating customer needs, selecting and integrating appropriate products, designing hydraulic systems and integrated circuits, troubleshooting technical issues, and providing engineering support throughout the product lifecycle. Leveraging advanced technical expertise and industry experience, the Senior Applications Engineer leads complex customer application projects, provides technical guidance, and supports the development of engineering best practices. This individual plays a key role in mentoring, training, and assisting junior engineers in the evaluation, design, and support of customer applications while serving as a subject matter expert for hydraulic systems and products. • The following reflects management's definition of the essential functions of this position but does not restrict the tasks that may be assigned. Management reserves the right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities as business needs require. • Partner with customers to understand application requirements, operating conditions, and performance objectives. • Review system requirements and recommend hydraulic products and solutions that meet technical and commercial objectives. • Design and develop custom Hydraulic Integrated Circuits (HICs) and system solutions based on customer specifications. • Create and interpret hydraulic schematics, layouts, and supporting technical documentation. • Lead technically complex customer applications from concept through implementation and validation. • Provide hands-on troubleshooting and technical support for customers, distributors, field personnel, and internal teams. • Conduct testing, analyze performance data, and prepare engineering reports and recommendations. • Support product integration, validation, and application testing activities. • Collaborate cross-functionally with Design Engineering, Product Management, Manufacturing, Quality, Purchasing, and Sales teams to resolve technical challenges and improve product performance. • Communicate technical concepts and solutions effectively to customers, sales managers, and engineering teams. • Investigate root causes of technical issues and recommend corrective actions. • Serve as a technical resource and subject matter expert for hydraulic products, systems, and applications. • Mentor, coach, and assist in the training and development of junior Applications Engineers and other technical team members. • Support customer visits, field evaluations, trade shows, and technical training activities as required. • Maintain awareness of industry trends, competitor technologies, and emerging hydraulic applications. • Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, engineering standards, and best practices. • Perform other duties as assigned. Supervisory Responsibilities • This position does not have direct supervisory responsibilities. • May provide technical leadership, mentorship, and project guidance to junior engineers and cross-functional team members. • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Agricultural Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, or a related engineering discipline. • Minimum of 5 years of engineering experience in hydraulics, fluid power, mobile equipment, industrial equipment, or related technical applications. • Demonstrated experience leading complex customer applications and providing technical guidance to internal and external stakeholders. • Strong understanding of hydraulic systems, hydraulic symbols, and the ability to read, interpret, and de