Product Engineer Jobs at AbbVie with Visa Sponsorship
AbbVie hires Product Engineers to support drug development, manufacturing systems, and process validation across its pharmaceutical pipeline. The company has a consistent track record of sponsoring work visas for this function, covering both temporary work authorization and longer-term permanent residency 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 Applied AI Engineer within the Operations Transformation group will be responsible for designing, developing, and implementing AI and machine learning solutions to drive innovation and operational excellence across AbbVie’s manufacturing, supply chain, and quality operations. This role will serve as a translator between technical programming teams and functional business leaders and will work closely with cross-functional teams including Operations, Engineering, IT, and Data Science to deliver AI-powered improvements in efficiency, quality, and agility in a regulated environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to identify, prioritize, and define opportunities to apply AI and machine learning to operations challenges (e.g., predictive maintenance, process optimization, quality monitoring)
- Map, analyze, and assess current-state business processes to identify inefficiencies and improvement opportunities, and to inform where AI-enabled solutions can drive the most value
- Translate operations needs into clear AI/ML problem statements and success metrics
- Partner with data science, engineering, and IT teams to select appropriate algorithms, technologies, and tools and ensure solutions meet business and compliance needs
- Support vendor assessment, selection and drive prioritized use cases from initial scoping through technical proof of concept in partnership with engineering, IT, and external vendors
- Partner with automation, robotics, and digital teams to enable intelligent process automation and advanced analytics
- Integrate AI/ML solutions with operations data platforms (MES, SCADA, ERP, IoT) and ensure seamless deployment in production environments
- Establish robust documentation, testing, monitoring, and model management practices to ensure AI solutions remain reliable, explainable, and compliant (GxP, FDA, data privacy)
- Participate in AI governance, best practice development, and continuous improvement initiatives
- Support change management, training, and knowledge transfer to enable successful adoption of AI capabilities within operations
- Stay up-to-date with emerging trends in AI, ML, and manufacturing digital transformations relevant to pharmaceutical operations
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Business, Operations, Computer Science, Data Science, Engineering, or another relevant field, or equivalent practical experience. Advanced degree preferred.
- 5+ years of experience building and deploying AI/ML solutions, preferably in manufacturing, supply chain, or quality environments.
- Strong understanding of AI and machine learning concepts, with prior experience applying them in real-world settings to solve operational or business problems; able to partner effectively with hands-on engineering teams for implementation and deployment.
- Experience integrating AI/ML models into operational/IT systems (MES, SCADA, IoT, ERP, cloud).
- Strong problem-solving, project management, and communication skills.
- Familiarity with GxP, FDA, and data privacy requirements is a plus.
AbbVie is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, and we encourage candidates of all backgrounds to apply.
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 Applied AI Engineer within the Operations Transformation group will be responsible for designing, developing, and implementing AI and machine learning solutions to drive innovation and operational excellence across AbbVie’s manufacturing, supply chain, and quality operations. This role will serve as a translator between technical programming teams and functional business leaders and will work closely with cross-functional teams including Operations, Engineering, IT, and Data Science to deliver AI-powered improvements in efficiency, quality, and agility in a regulated environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to identify, prioritize, and define opportunities to apply AI and machine learning to operations challenges (e.g., predictive maintenance, process optimization, quality monitoring)
- Map, analyze, and assess current-state business processes to identify inefficiencies and improvement opportunities, and to inform where AI-enabled solutions can drive the most value
- Translate operations needs into clear AI/ML problem statements and success metrics
- Partner with data science, engineering, and IT teams to select appropriate algorithms, technologies, and tools and ensure solutions meet business and compliance needs
- Support vendor assessment, selection and drive prioritized use cases from initial scoping through technical proof of concept in partnership with engineering, IT, and external vendors
- Partner with automation, robotics, and digital teams to enable intelligent process automation and advanced analytics
- Integrate AI/ML solutions with operations data platforms (MES, SCADA, ERP, IoT) and ensure seamless deployment in production environments
- Establish robust documentation, testing, monitoring, and model management practices to ensure AI solutions remain reliable, explainable, and compliant (GxP, FDA, data privacy)
- Participate in AI governance, best practice development, and continuous improvement initiatives
- Support change management, training, and knowledge transfer to enable successful adoption of AI capabilities within operations
- Stay up-to-date with emerging trends in AI, ML, and manufacturing digital transformations relevant to pharmaceutical operations
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Business, Operations, Computer Science, Data Science, Engineering, or another relevant field, or equivalent practical experience. Advanced degree preferred.
- 5+ years of experience building and deploying AI/ML solutions, preferably in manufacturing, supply chain, or quality environments.
- Strong understanding of AI and machine learning concepts, with prior experience applying them in real-world settings to solve operational or business problems; able to partner effectively with hands-on engineering teams for implementation and deployment.
- Experience integrating AI/ML models into operational/IT systems (MES, SCADA, IoT, ERP, cloud).
- Strong problem-solving, project management, and communication skills.
- Familiarity with GxP, FDA, and data privacy requirements is a plus.
AbbVie is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, and we encourage candidates of all backgrounds to apply.
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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Align Your Credentials to GMP Standards
AbbVie's Product Engineer roles sit inside a regulated manufacturing environment. Certifications or coursework in Good Manufacturing Practices, process validation, or FDA compliance make your application materially stronger before you submit a single form.
Target Roles Tied to Active Product Lines
AbbVie's engineering headcount follows its pipeline. Product Engineer openings are concentrated around facilities supporting biologics and immunology products, so filtering your search by those therapeutic areas surfaces the postings with the most active hiring mandates.
Prepare for a Technical and Regulatory Interview Track
AbbVie's Product Engineer interviews typically cover both engineering fundamentals and regulatory knowledge. Preparing answers around process deviation handling, CAPA systems, and equipment qualification puts you ahead of candidates with only academic credentials.
Use Migrate Mate to Filter Verified Sponsorship Postings
Browsing open Product Engineer roles at AbbVie is faster when the job board already screens for visa sponsorship history. Migrate Mate filters postings specifically for employers with a documented track record, so you spend time on applications that are actually viable for your status.
Time Your H-1B Filing Around the April Cap Season
If you need an H-1B, your employer must register you in USCIS's lottery by mid-March for an October 1 start. Confirm AbbVie has submitted your offer paperwork well before that window closes, particularly if your OPT or current status expires in the same calendar year.
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Find Product Engineer at AbbVie JobsFrequently Asked Questions
Does AbbVie sponsor H-1B visas for Product Engineers?
Yes, AbbVie sponsors H-1B visas for Product Engineer roles. The company participates in the annual H-1B cap lottery and also files cap-exempt petitions where applicable. If you are already on H-1B with another employer, AbbVie can file an H-1B transfer so you maintain work authorization without waiting for a new cap cycle.
Which visa types does AbbVie commonly sponsor for Product Engineers?
AbbVie sponsors H-1B, H-1B1, E-3, TN, F-1 OPT, and F-1 CPT for Product Engineers, along with Green Card pathways through EB-2 and EB-3 PERM. Australian citizens should ask specifically about the E-3, which has no lottery and renews in two-year increments. Canadian and Mexican nationals with qualifying engineering degrees may qualify for TN status, which can be arranged at the border without USCIS filing.
What qualifications does AbbVie expect for a Product Engineer role?
Most Product Engineer postings at AbbVie require a bachelor's degree in chemical, mechanical, or biomedical engineering, or a closely related field. Hands-on experience with process validation, equipment qualification, or pharmaceutical manufacturing is weighted heavily. Familiarity with FDA regulations and Good Manufacturing Practices is treated as a baseline expectation, not a differentiator, at the mid-level and senior levels.
How do I apply for Product Engineer jobs at AbbVie?
You can browse open Product Engineer positions at AbbVie directly through Migrate Mate, which filters for roles where visa sponsorship has been documented. Apply through AbbVie's careers portal with a resume that explicitly addresses process validation experience and regulatory knowledge. Tailoring your application to the specific product area listed in the posting improves your chances of clearing the initial screening.
How do I plan my timeline if AbbVie needs to file an H-1B for me?
The H-1B cap lottery registration opens in early March each year. If selected, your petition is filed by April 1 for an October 1 start date. That gap means you need OPT, a grace period, or another valid status to bridge the wait. If your OPT expires before October, confirm with AbbVie whether cap-gap protection applies or whether an alternative visa category can cover the interim period.
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