Electric Power Generation, Transmission and Distribution, H-1B Sponsorship 2026
Employers classified under Electric Power Generation, Transmission and Distribution (NAICS 2211) filed 6,218 certified H-1B labor condition applications(FY2021–2026), at a median offered wage of $120K/year.
Top H-1B Sponsors in Electric Power Generation, Transmission and Distribution
| Employer | Certified Filings | Median Wage |
|---|---|---|
| Hitachi Energy USA Inc. | 257 | $106K |
| Battelle Energy Alliance, LLC | 220 | $127K |
| National Grid USA Service Company, Inc. | 150 | $139K |
| Exelon Business Services Company LLC | 144 | $118K |
| New York Independent System Operator | 143 | $110K |
| Florida Power & Light Company | 127 | $136K |
| Constellation Energy Generation LLC | 121 | $113K |
| Pacific Gas and Electric Company | 120 | $157K |
Ranked by certified filing volume within NAICS 2211, FY2021–2026.
DOL Wage Levels in Electric Power Generation, Transmission and Distribution
Most certified filings in this industry are at Level II (Qualified). Since February 27, 2026, USCIS weights the H-1B lottery by DOL prevailing wage level.
| DOL Wage Level | Filings | Share | Median Wage | Lottery Entries |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Level I (Entry) | 1,044 | 17.8% | $82K | 1× |
| Level II (Qualified) | 1,753 | 29.9% | $105K | 2× |
| Level III (Experienced) | 1,472 | 25.1% | $129K | 3× |
| Level IV (Expert) | 1,599 | 27.2% | $141K | 4× |
Across 5,868 filings in this industry with a reported wage level. Entry weights reflect the DHS wage-weighted selection rule effective February 27, 2026; USCIS has not published official aggregate selection-rate percentages by wage level, so none are stated here.
Most Common Roles in Electric Power Generation, Transmission and Distribution
| Occupation | Certified Filings | Median Wage |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical Engineers | 1,210 | $115K |
| Software Developers | 738 | $130K |
| Mechanical Engineers | 270 | $100K |
| Solar Energy Systems Engineers | 236 | $105K |
| Financial and Investment Analysts | 197 | $130K |
| Computer Systems Analysts | 193 | $128K |
| Architectural and Engineering Managers | 192 | $155K |
| Computer Systems Engineers/Architects | 179 | $125K |
Linked occupations have a full national H-1B breakdown.
Top States for Electric Power Generation, Transmission and Distribution H-1B Filings
| State | Certified Filings | Median Wage |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 1,059 | $125K |
| California | 852 | $134K |
| New York | 442 | $120K |
| Massachusetts | 326 | $128K |
| Illinois | 318 | $113K |
| Florida | 307 | $125K |
| Virginia | 239 | $115K |
| North Carolina | 198 | $106K |
Linked states have a full H-1B wage-level breakdown.
Electric Power Generation, Transmission and Distribution H-1B Jobs by City
| Metro | Certified Filings | Median Wage |
|---|---|---|
| Houston, TX | 347 | $125K |
| Idaho Falls, ID | 187 | $126K |
| Chicago, IL | 183 | $116K |
| Austin, TX | 166 | $125K |
| New York, NY | 148 | $130K |
| Rensselaer, NY | 137 | $110K |
Metros with the highest H-1B filing volume in this industry, each with its own wage and sponsor breakdown.
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Aggregated from US Department of Labor LCA disclosure files (FY2021–2026) for employers classified under NAICS 2211, Electric Power Generation, Transmission and Distribution, filtered to certified petitions with annual wages between $30K and $1M. Industry name is DOL's own NAICS title as published in their disclosure files. Wages are medians of the offered wage stated in each filing (base salary only, not equity or bonus).