E-3 Visa Manufacturing Process Engineer Jobs
Manufacturing Process Engineer roles in the U.S. qualify as E-3 specialty occupations, requiring a bachelor's degree in industrial, mechanical, or manufacturing engineering. Australian engineers can secure E-3 visa sponsorship without entering a lottery, and the visa renews in two-year increments as long as you hold a qualifying role.
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Seeking a Manufacturing Process Engineer to be located on site at our Harrisonburg, VA site.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Responsible for Process Optimisation (OEE Improvement, Yield Improvement, NPI)
- Support Operator capability building, through process cross functional SOP creation, training and knowledge sharing.
- Utilise process SME knowledge to own and support 1-KPS Problem Solving of critical site concerns.
- Support plant maintenance manager with special tasks and actions
- Develop cooperative working relationships with cross-functional teams within the manufacturing plants
- Create Project Plans and harness resources to ensure project milestones are met within expectations of timeline, quality and budget
- Optimize the operation of manufacturing processes by finding the optimum Production and machine settings with an underlying goal of quality and cost
- Participate in the analysis of quality problems in research and applicable solutions, handle relations with the maintenance and production departments for optimization purposes and ensure follow-up to solutions
- Work with the R&D teams for new product requests coming from customers
- Organize and track upscale production trials and define the parameters of production for new products in collaboration with the R&D team and the site team (safety, quality, production, supply chain and maintenance)
- Determine material and equipment to be used for the specific projects at hand
- Study product design, customer requirements, and determine performance standards
- Troubleshoot product manufacturing issues that are experienced on the production line and offer short and long term solutions with maintenance and production team
- Support manufacturing issues, and troubleshooting as assigned
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s Degree (B.S) in Engineering (Chemical, Mechanical or Food Processing)
- Lean Six Sigma qualification preferred
- 5 plus years of progressive experience work in plant maintenance, manufacturing engineering or process engineering.
- 1 – 2 years prior food manufacturing or alternative heavily regulated environment (e.g. Pharma manufacturing, automotive etc.).
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Preferred experience with Food manufacturing unit operations: Solid-Liq Extraction, Evaporation, Centrifuge Separation, Pasteurization
- Experience in managing and executing capital projects $50k - $500k
- Self-motivated, hands-on individual with keen interest in quickly learning and applying new skills who can follow written/verbal instructions and meet deadlines with minimal supervision
COMPENSATION
The typical hiring range for this role is $75,602 to $123,400 annually and is based on several factors including but not limited to education, work experience, certifications, location, etc. In addition to your pay, Kerry offers benefits such as a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and retirement contribution (all benefits and incentives are subject to eligibility requirements).
Kerry is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. Kerry will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditional upon the successful completion of a background investigation and drug screen. Additional information can be found at: Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal (dol.gov).
We may use artificial intelligence tools to support the review and assessment of applications and assist with scheduling interviews. We do not use AI to make decisions during the interview process. All candidate assessments and hiring decisions are made by our recruitment and leadership teams.
Beware of scams online or from individuals claiming to represent us. A Kerry employee will not solicit candidates through a non-Kerry email address or phone number. In addition, Kerry does not currently utilise video chat rooms (e.g., Google Hangouts) to conduct interviews. Refuse any request that asks you to provide payment to participate in the hiring process (e.g., purchasing a “starter kit,” investing in training, or something similar). Kerry will not ask you to pay any money at any point in the hiring process with the exception of reimbursable travel expenses. In addition, any payments made by Kerry will be from official firm accounts bearing the Kerry name.
INTRODUCTION
Seeking a Manufacturing Process Engineer to be located on site at our Harrisonburg, VA site.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Responsible for Process Optimisation (OEE Improvement, Yield Improvement, NPI)
- Support Operator capability building, through process cross functional SOP creation, training and knowledge sharing.
- Utilise process SME knowledge to own and support 1-KPS Problem Solving of critical site concerns.
- Support plant maintenance manager with special tasks and actions
- Develop cooperative working relationships with cross-functional teams within the manufacturing plants
- Create Project Plans and harness resources to ensure project milestones are met within expectations of timeline, quality and budget
- Optimize the operation of manufacturing processes by finding the optimum Production and machine settings with an underlying goal of quality and cost
- Participate in the analysis of quality problems in research and applicable solutions, handle relations with the maintenance and production departments for optimization purposes and ensure follow-up to solutions
- Work with the R&D teams for new product requests coming from customers
- Organize and track upscale production trials and define the parameters of production for new products in collaboration with the R&D team and the site team (safety, quality, production, supply chain and maintenance)
- Determine material and equipment to be used for the specific projects at hand
- Study product design, customer requirements, and determine performance standards
- Troubleshoot product manufacturing issues that are experienced on the production line and offer short and long term solutions with maintenance and production team
- Support manufacturing issues, and troubleshooting as assigned
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s Degree (B.S) in Engineering (Chemical, Mechanical or Food Processing)
- Lean Six Sigma qualification preferred
- 5 plus years of progressive experience work in plant maintenance, manufacturing engineering or process engineering.
- 1 – 2 years prior food manufacturing or alternative heavily regulated environment (e.g. Pharma manufacturing, automotive etc.).
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Preferred experience with Food manufacturing unit operations: Solid-Liq Extraction, Evaporation, Centrifuge Separation, Pasteurization
- Experience in managing and executing capital projects $50k - $500k
- Self-motivated, hands-on individual with keen interest in quickly learning and applying new skills who can follow written/verbal instructions and meet deadlines with minimal supervision
COMPENSATION
The typical hiring range for this role is $75,602 to $123,400 annually and is based on several factors including but not limited to education, work experience, certifications, location, etc. In addition to your pay, Kerry offers benefits such as a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and retirement contribution (all benefits and incentives are subject to eligibility requirements).
Kerry is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. Kerry will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditional upon the successful completion of a background investigation and drug screen. Additional information can be found at: Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal (dol.gov).
We may use artificial intelligence tools to support the review and assessment of applications and assist with scheduling interviews. We do not use AI to make decisions during the interview process. All candidate assessments and hiring decisions are made by our recruitment and leadership teams.
Beware of scams online or from individuals claiming to represent us. A Kerry employee will not solicit candidates through a non-Kerry email address or phone number. In addition, Kerry does not currently utilise video chat rooms (e.g., Google Hangouts) to conduct interviews. Refuse any request that asks you to provide payment to participate in the hiring process (e.g., purchasing a “starter kit,” investing in training, or something similar). Kerry will not ask you to pay any money at any point in the hiring process with the exception of reimbursable travel expenses. In addition, any payments made by Kerry will be from official firm accounts bearing the Kerry name.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding E-3 Visa Sponsorship as a Manufacturing Process Engineer
Translate your Australian credentials for U.S. employers
A three-year Australian engineering degree is generally accepted as equivalent to a U.S. four-year bachelor's for E-3 visa purposes. Have your transcripts ready to explain this equivalency directly to HR teams unfamiliar with the Australian system.
Target manufacturers with existing LCA filing history
Search the DOL's Office of Foreign Labor Certification disclosure data to identify manufacturers that have filed Labor Condition Applications for engineering roles. Prior LCA filings signal that a company's HR and legal teams already understand the sponsorship process.
Clarify specialty occupation fit before applying
Manufacturing process engineer roles that list a degree as 'preferred' rather than 'required' can create E-3 eligibility problems at the consulate. Confirm the job description states a degree in a specific engineering field is mandatory before pursuing sponsorship with that employer.
Use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service after receiving your offer
Once you have a written offer, use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service to handle your LCA and visa paperwork end-to-end, from DOL certification through consulate preparation, so nothing stalls between offer acceptance and your start date.
Align your offer letter with E-3 specialty occupation requirements
Your employer's offer letter must describe duties that a bachelor's degree in engineering directly supports. Generic titles like 'process improvement lead' without engineering-specific duties listed can trigger consular scrutiny, so ask your employer to be precise.
Understand the E-3 timeline relative to your start date
LCA certification with the DOL typically takes seven business days, followed by a consulate appointment. Build at least four to six weeks into negotiations between offer acceptance and your proposed start date to avoid timeline pressure.
E-3 Visa Manufacturing Process Engineer: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find Manufacturing Process Engineer jobs with E-3 visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for Australian professionals searching for U.S. roles with E-3 sponsorship. You can filter by job title and see employers with E-3 filing history, so you're not cold-applying to companies that have never navigated the process. Most general job boards don't surface sponsorship willingness at all.
How much does it cost to get an E-3 visa?
Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service covers the entire process for $499, including the Labor Condition Application, visa document preparation, and consulate appointment guidance. Traditional immigration lawyers charge $2,000–$5,000+ for the same work. The E-3 has less paperwork than most work visas, so paying thousands for legal help is usually unnecessary.
Does a Manufacturing Process Engineer role qualify as an E-3 specialty occupation?
Yes, provided the position requires a bachelor's degree or higher in a specific engineering discipline such as industrial, mechanical, or manufacturing engineering. The key is that the degree requirement must be tied to the role itself. If the employer accepts any degree field or lists the degree as optional, the role may not satisfy the E-3 specialty occupation standard at the consulate.
How does the E-3 visa compare to H-1B for Manufacturing Process Engineers?
The E-3 is available exclusively to Australian citizens and has no annual lottery, so you can apply any time of year without waiting for a randomised selection round. The H-1B visa is capped at 85,000 per fiscal year and requires lottery selection before filing. For Australian engineers, the E-3 is a direct path that bypasses the uncertainty and delay built into the H-1B system.
Can I change employers or move to a different manufacturing site on an E-3?
You can change employers, but each new role requires a fresh LCA and a new E-3 visa stamp if you travel internationally, or an amended petition if you remain in the U.S. Moving to a different worksite under the same employer may also require an amended LCA if the new location is in a different metropolitan area with a different prevailing wage.