SOC code 17-3027
There have been 16 US Department of Labor LCA filings for Mechanical Engineering Technologists and Technicians on the E-3 visa across all available fiscal years, with 93.8% certified. The median annualized wage is $97,023. The top sponsor is Translucent, with most positions based in NC.
All sponsoring employers
9 distinct employers have filed E-3 LCAs for Mechanical Engineering Technologists and Technicians. Search or sort below.
| Employer | Filings | Cert rate | Median wage | Top state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Translucent | 4 | 75.0% | $83,490 | NC |
| Aem International (US) | 3 | 100.0% | $100,000 | AZ |
| Noonan | 2 | 100.0% | $80,000 | SC |
| Seaview Aviation | 2 | 100.0% | $83,466 | CA |
| Carbonquest | 1 | 100.0% | $115,000 | NY |
| Hypersonic | 1 | 100.0% | $52,000 | NY |
| Langer Juice Company | 1 | 100.0% | $52,000 | CA |
| Nes Globl | 1 | 100.0% | $179,000 | MI |
| Northfield Automation Systems | 1 | 100.0% | $56,160 | MN |
Top states
Where Mechanical Engineering Technologists and Technicians E-3 jobs are concentrated.
| State | Filings |
|---|---|
| NC | 4 (25%) |
| CA | 3 (18.8%) |
| AZ | 3 (18.8%) |
| SC | 2 (12.5%) |
| NY | 2 (12.5%) |
| MN | 1 (6.3%) |
| MI | 1 (6.3%) |
Job titles within this role
The actual job titles employers used in their filings. Useful when the SOC label is generic — e.g. "CEO" / "Chief Executive Officer" both fall under Chief Executives.
| Job title | Filings |
|---|---|
| Mechanical Technician | 2 |
| Mechanical Engineer | 2 |
| Helicopter Engineer | 2 |
| FIELD SERVICE ENGINEERING MANAGER | 2 |
| Project Engineer | 1 |
| Mechnical Tecnician | 1 |
| Mechanical Engineering Technologist | 1 |
| Mechanical Engineering Technician | 1 |
| Mechanical Engineering Technician | 1 |
| MECHANICAL ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN | 1 |
| FIELD SERVICE ENGINEERING MANAGER LEVEL 1 | 1 |
| Engineering Technician | 1 |
Filings by fiscal year
Year-over-year trend in E-3 LCA filings for Mechanical Engineering Technologists and Technicians. DOL's fiscal year runs October–September.
| FY | Filings | Cert rate | Median wage | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2020 | 4 | 100.0% | $56,160 | |
| FY2021 | 1 | 100.0% | $79,981 | |
| FY2023 | 1 | 100.0% | $80,000 | |
| FY2024 | 2 | 100.0% | $100,000 | |
| FY2025 | 6 | 83.3% | $87,000 | |
| FY2026 | 2 | 100.0% | $179,000 |
Frequently asked questions
How many Mechanical Engineering Technologists and Technicians have been sponsored on the E-3 visa?
There have been 16 Labor Condition Application filings for Mechanical Engineering Technologists and Technicians on the E-3 visa across all available fiscal years, with 93.8% of applications certified by the US Department of Labor.
What is the median wage for Mechanical Engineering Technologists and Technicians on the E-3 visa?
The median annualized wage for Mechanical Engineering Technologists and Technicians on the E-3 visa is $97,023, based on certified LCA filings. Wage outliers above $2 million are excluded from this calculation.
Which employers sponsor the most Mechanical Engineering Technologists and Technicians on the E-3 visa?
The top E-3 visa sponsors of Mechanical Engineering Technologists and Technicians are: Translucent (4 filings), Aem International (US) (3 filings), Noonan (2 filings). The full list of sponsoring employers is shown above.
Where are E-3 visa mechanical engineering technologists and technicians based in the US?
Most E-3 visa filings for Mechanical Engineering Technologists and Technicians are based in: NC (4 filings), CA (3 filings), AZ (3 filings).
Can Australians work as mechanical engineering technologists and technicians on the E-3 visa?
Yes. The E-3 visa is exclusive to Australian citizens and is one of the most common visa categories for skilled professionals working in the United States. Mechanical Engineering Technologists and Technicians is regularly sponsored under the E-3 visa, as the data on this page shows.
