Engineering Jobs at AbbVie with Visa Sponsorship
AbbVie hires engineers across process development, manufacturing, automation, and quality systems, with roles spanning both its small-molecule and biologics pipelines. The company has a consistent track record of sponsoring work visas for Engineering candidates, covering multiple nonimmigrant and immigrant pathways.
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About AbbVie
AbbVie's mission is to discover and deliver innovative medicines and solutions that solve serious health issues today and address the medical challenges of tomorrow. We strive to have a remarkable impact on people's lives across several key therapeutic areas including immunology, oncology and neuroscience - and products and services in our Allergan Aesthetics portfolio.
Job Description
The Technology and Therapeutic Platforms group has an exciting opportunity for a Senior Scientist, Automation Engineer to join the Advanced Chemistry Technologies (ACT) team at AbbVie. This scientist will develop and implement laboratory automation to support high-throughput organic synthesis in a drug discovery environment. The role will serve as a lead scientist on one or more projects, critically evaluate relevant scientific and technological advances, and integrate that knowledge into research programs. The successful candidate will drive scientific innovation, identify new methods and techniques, and collaborate across functions to support the drug discovery pipeline.
Responsibilities
- Lead research and automation efforts to expand the team’s high-throughput organic synthesis capabilities
- Design, implement, and maintain laboratory automation systems to increase throughput
- Write scripts for common liquid-handling platforms such as Tecan, Hamilton, and ChemSpeed
- Interpret experimental results, draw conclusions, and design iterative follow-up experiments
- Work independently while maintaining high productivity, efficiency, and scientific rigor
- Develop and implement new experimental protocols and techniques for drug discovery, with an emphasis on automation and high-throughput organic synthesis
- Demonstrate scientific initiative and creativity to resolve key project challenges
- Adapt quickly to changing priorities and shifting project needs
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree in Organic Chemistry or a related field and typically 12 years of experience OR Master’s Degree and typically 10 years of experience OR PhD and 4 years of experience.
- Demonstrated scientific initiative and creativity in research or development activities
- Ability to identify and resolve key project challenges using available information and technical expertise
- Background in chemical engineering, chemistry, or automation engineering
- Experience in automation and medium- to high-throughput experimentation
- Experience with machine learning and data science techniques, including designing experiments to build and validate AI/ML tools
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with experience contributing to technical reports and publications
Key Leadership Competencies
- Builds strong relationships with peers and cross-functional partners to improve performance
- Learns quickly, understands the core issues, and adapts as needed
- Raises standards and continuously seeks improvement
- Creates a learning environment that encourages feedback and experimentation
- Values others’ ideas, fosters innovation, and balances creativity with practical execution
Additional Information
Applicable only to applicants applying to a position in any location with pay disclosure requirements under state or local law:
- The compensation range described below is the range of possible base pay compensation that the Company believes in good faith it will pay for this role at the time of this posting based on the job grade for this position. Individual compensation paid within this range will depend on many factors including geographic location, and we may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range. This range may be modified in the future.
- We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off (vacation, holidays, sick), medical/dental/vision insurance and 401(k) to eligible employees.
- This job is eligible to participate in our long-term incentive programs.
Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, incentive, benefits, or any other form of compensation and benefits that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole and absolute discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company’s sole and absolute discretion, consistent with applicable law.
AbbVie is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to operating with integrity, driving innovation, transforming lives and serving our community.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.
US & Puerto Rico only - to learn more, visit US & Puerto Rico applicants seeking a reasonable accommodation, click here to learn more:
Company Description
About AbbVie
AbbVie's mission is to discover and deliver innovative medicines and solutions that solve serious health issues today and address the medical challenges of tomorrow. We strive to have a remarkable impact on people's lives across several key therapeutic areas including immunology, oncology and neuroscience - and products and services in our Allergan Aesthetics portfolio.
Job Description
The Technology and Therapeutic Platforms group has an exciting opportunity for a Senior Scientist, Automation Engineer to join the Advanced Chemistry Technologies (ACT) team at AbbVie. This scientist will develop and implement laboratory automation to support high-throughput organic synthesis in a drug discovery environment. The role will serve as a lead scientist on one or more projects, critically evaluate relevant scientific and technological advances, and integrate that knowledge into research programs. The successful candidate will drive scientific innovation, identify new methods and techniques, and collaborate across functions to support the drug discovery pipeline.
Responsibilities
- Lead research and automation efforts to expand the team’s high-throughput organic synthesis capabilities
- Design, implement, and maintain laboratory automation systems to increase throughput
- Write scripts for common liquid-handling platforms such as Tecan, Hamilton, and ChemSpeed
- Interpret experimental results, draw conclusions, and design iterative follow-up experiments
- Work independently while maintaining high productivity, efficiency, and scientific rigor
- Develop and implement new experimental protocols and techniques for drug discovery, with an emphasis on automation and high-throughput organic synthesis
- Demonstrate scientific initiative and creativity to resolve key project challenges
- Adapt quickly to changing priorities and shifting project needs
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree in Organic Chemistry or a related field and typically 12 years of experience OR Master’s Degree and typically 10 years of experience OR PhD and 4 years of experience.
- Demonstrated scientific initiative and creativity in research or development activities
- Ability to identify and resolve key project challenges using available information and technical expertise
- Background in chemical engineering, chemistry, or automation engineering
- Experience in automation and medium- to high-throughput experimentation
- Experience with machine learning and data science techniques, including designing experiments to build and validate AI/ML tools
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with experience contributing to technical reports and publications
Key Leadership Competencies
- Builds strong relationships with peers and cross-functional partners to improve performance
- Learns quickly, understands the core issues, and adapts as needed
- Raises standards and continuously seeks improvement
- Creates a learning environment that encourages feedback and experimentation
- Values others’ ideas, fosters innovation, and balances creativity with practical execution
Additional Information
Applicable only to applicants applying to a position in any location with pay disclosure requirements under state or local law:
- The compensation range described below is the range of possible base pay compensation that the Company believes in good faith it will pay for this role at the time of this posting based on the job grade for this position. Individual compensation paid within this range will depend on many factors including geographic location, and we may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range. This range may be modified in the future.
- We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off (vacation, holidays, sick), medical/dental/vision insurance and 401(k) to eligible employees.
- This job is eligible to participate in our long-term incentive programs.
Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, incentive, benefits, or any other form of compensation and benefits that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole and absolute discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company’s sole and absolute discretion, consistent with applicable law.
AbbVie is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to operating with integrity, driving innovation, transforming lives and serving our community.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.
US & Puerto Rico only - to learn more, visit US & Puerto Rico applicants seeking a reasonable accommodation, click here to learn more:
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Engineering Jobs at AbbVie Jobs
Align your credentials to FDA-regulated manufacturing
AbbVie's engineering roles often sit inside GMP-regulated facilities. Documenting your experience with process validation, equipment qualification, or cGMP compliance gives your application a concrete hook that hiring managers in pharma manufacturing actively screen for.
Target roles tied to AbbVie's biologics expansion
AbbVie has grown its biologics and drug-device combination pipeline significantly. Engineering openings in fill-finish, cell culture scale-up, or combination product development tend to have stronger sponsorship precedent than generalist roles, because the skill set is harder to source domestically.
Use Migrate Mate to filter AbbVie engineering openings by visa type
Not every AbbVie engineering posting explicitly states sponsorship eligibility. Migrate Mate lets you filter confirmed sponsoring roles at AbbVie by visa category, so you spend your applications on positions where your status is already a fit.
Prepare for a multi-site interview process across functional teams
AbbVie engineering candidates frequently interview with both the site engineering team and a global function. Clarify which legal entity will be your employing entity before the offer stage, since the H-1B petition and any PERM filing ties directly to that entity.
Understand how PERM timing interacts with your OPT or grace period
If you're on F-1 OPT, confirm that your employer of record can initiate PERM before your status clock becomes a constraint. PERM labor certification at DOL takes several months minimum, so starting that conversation during the offer negotiation phase prevents gaps later.
Verify your role qualifies as a specialty occupation before accepting
USCIS scrutinizes H-1B petitions where the engineering role spans multiple disciplines or includes supervisory duties without a clear degree nexus. Confirm with AbbVie's immigration counsel that your specific job description, not just the job title, maps cleanly to a qualifying specialty occupation field.
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Find Engineering at AbbVie JobsFrequently Asked Questions
Does AbbVie sponsor H-1B visas for Engineers?
Yes, AbbVie sponsors H-1B visas for Engineering roles across its U.S. facilities. Sponsorship is most common for roles in process engineering, manufacturing engineering, automation, and quality systems tied to its pharmaceutical and biologics operations. Because AbbVie is a large employer, it files petitions in both the regular and advanced-degree H-1B cap pools each fiscal year.
Which visa types does AbbVie commonly sponsor for Engineering roles?
AbbVie sponsors a range of visa categories for Engineering positions, including H-1B, H-1B1 for Chilean and Singaporean nationals, E-3 for Australian citizens, and TN for Canadian and Mexican professionals in qualifying engineering disciplines. For longer-term pathways, AbbVie also supports EB-2 and EB-3 Green Card sponsorship through PERM labor certification for eligible employees. F-1 OPT and CPT candidates are considered during academic work authorization periods.
How do I apply for Engineering jobs at AbbVie?
Applications go through AbbVie's careers portal, where roles are listed by site, function, and level. For visa-sponsored openings specifically, Migrate Mate aggregates confirmed sponsoring Engineering positions at AbbVie so you can target applications more precisely. Tailoring your resume to GMP environments, FDA-regulated processes, or AbbVie's specific therapeutic areas, including immunology and oncology, improves screening outcomes significantly.
What qualifications does AbbVie expect for sponsored Engineering positions?
Most engineering roles require a bachelor's degree in chemical, mechanical, electrical, or biomedical engineering, and this degree requirement is essential for H-1B specialty occupation eligibility under USCIS criteria. Roles in process development or manufacturing validation typically expect industry experience in a regulated pharmaceutical or biotech environment. Senior positions often require familiarity with ICH guidelines, equipment qualification protocols, or automation platforms like DeltaV or SCADA systems.
How do I estimate the timeline from offer to starting work on a sponsored visa?
For H-1B transfers from another sponsor, AbbVie can file a portability petition that lets you start on the receipt notice, typically within a few weeks of filing. For new cap-subject H-1B petitions, the timeline depends on the annual lottery in March, with employment starting October 1 at the earliest. E-3 and TN petitions move faster, often resolving within four to eight weeks of filing or consular appointment.
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