E-3 Visa Product Lifecycle Management Jobs
Product Lifecycle Management roles qualify for E-3 visa sponsorship as specialty occupations requiring a bachelor's degree in engineering, supply chain, or a related technical field. Australian PLM professionals benefit from no lottery and indefinite two-year renewals, making long-term U.S. career planning more predictable than any H-1B visa pathway.
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INTRODUCTION
The application window is expected to close on: 08/17/2026. Job posting may be removed earlier if the position is filled or if a sufficient number of applications are received.
This is a hybrid role based in the US. This role is based three days a week from the Cisco office.
Meet The Team
UABU is a part of the Cisco Enterprise Networking business unit. We develop the networking products, software and solutions that Service Providers need to reduce cost and complexity, grow revenue and secure their networks. Our worldwide customers include national and local carriers/telcos, video, cable, internet service, media, web and over-the-top (OTT) service providers. In this role, you will engage with the Engineering product team and lead manufacturing cross-functional teams.
Your Impact
The UABU team is searching for Project Manager for New Product Introductions (NPPM) role. The NPPM is the accountable team leader for overall coordination of product line introduction with heavy emphasis on all development activities from pre-concept commit to Time To Quality and Volume (TTQV). Additional responsibilities include:
- Partner with HW/SW Engineering, Marketing, Global Supply Management, Compliance, Product Ops Central, Global Manufacturing Ops, Quality, and Contract Manufacturing (CM) teams to ensure smooth NPI launch
- Manage Product Transition, alternate component qualifications, and New Product Launches in Supply Chain space
- Partner with ASIC Engineering, HW/SW Engineering, Marketing to develop product development schedule and timeline
- Manage product transfers & supply ramp at alternate Manufacturing (PCBA) sites
- Leads manufacturing cross-functional team to ensure that performance metrics for scope, cost, quality and Time To Market (TTM) are met
- Develop and implement action plan and fulfillment strategy with the coordinated product team based on input received from engineering and marketing
- Drive prototype and pilot builds, including cost, quality, delivery expectations. Reviews and influences manufacturing capacity/capability, design stability, and risk planning
- Coordinates and prioritizes risk mitigation strategies (multi-source tech assessment, component, cost variance, supply chain review, and input)
- Ramp up multiple Manufacturing sites & global Demand fulfillment sites
Your ability to see the big picture, craft and implement plans and processes and effectively communicate across teams are key to your success. Your collaborative style enables you to lead and coordinate a product line introduction while never compromising quality.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Requires BA/BS degree or equivalent training plus three years experience in a technical Program management role (E.g New Product Introduction (NPI) PM, Engineering PM, Supply Chain PM, or Product Life-cycle PM)
- Demonstrated experience leading with cross-functional impact
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Masters in technical field or MBA
- Experience with ASIC development & qualification process
- Experience of working in a NPI manufacturing environment with Contract Manufacturers
- Successful track record in risk management/risk mitigation strategies
Why Cisco?
At Cisco, we’re revolutionizing how data and infrastructure connect and protect organizations in the AI era – and beyond. We’ve been innovating fearlessly for 40 years to create solutions that power how humans and technology work together across the physical and digital worlds. These solutions provide customers with unparalleled security, visibility, and insights across the entire digital footprint.
Fueled by the depth and breadth of our technology, we experiment and create meaningful solutions. Add to that our worldwide network of doers and experts, and you’ll see that the opportunities to grow and build are limitless. We work as a team, collaborating with empathy to make really big things happen on a global scale. Because our solutions are everywhere, our impact is everywhere.
We are Cisco, and our power starts with you.
Message to applicants applying to work in the U.S. and/or Canada:
The starting salary range posted for this position is $101,400.00 to $128,500.00 and reflects the projected salary range for new hires in this position in U.S. and/or Canada locations, not including incentive compensation*, equity, or benefits.
Individual pay is determined by the candidate's hiring location, market conditions, job-related skillset, experience, qualifications, education, certifications, and/or training. The full salary range for certain locations is listed below. For locations not listed below, the recruiter can share more details about compensation for the role in your location during the hiring process.
U.S. employees are offered benefits, subject to Cisco’s plan eligibility rules, which include medical, dental and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan with a Cisco matching contribution, paid parental leave, short and long-term disability coverage, and basic life insurance. Please see the Cisco careers site to discover more benefits and perks. Employees may be eligible to receive grants of Cisco restricted stock units, which vest following continued employment with Cisco for defined periods of time.
U.S. employees are eligible for paid time away as described below, subject to Cisco’s policies:
- 10 paid holidays per full calendar year, plus 1 floating holiday for non-exempt employees
- 1 paid day off for employee’s birthday, paid year-end holiday shutdown, and 4 paid days off for personal wellness determined by Cisco
- Non-exempt employees** receive 16 days of paid vacation time per full calendar year, accrued at rate of 4.92 hours per pay period for full-time employees
- Exempt employees participate in Cisco’s flexible vacation time off program, which has no defined limit on how much vacation time eligible employees may use (subject to availability and some business limitations)
- 80 hours of sick time off provided on hire date and each January 1st thereafter, and up to 80 hours of unused sick time carried forward from one calendar year to the next
- Additional paid time away may be requested to deal with critical or emergency issues for family members
- Optional 10 paid days per full calendar year to volunteer
For non-sales roles, employees are also eligible to earn annual bonuses subject to Cisco’s policies.
Employees on sales plans earn performance-based incentive pay on top of their base salary, which is split between quota and non-quota components, subject to the applicable Cisco plan. For quota-based incentive pay, Cisco typically pays as follows:
- .75% of incentive target for each 1% of revenue attainment up to 50% of quota
- 1.5% of incentive target for each 1% of attainment between 50% and 75%
- 1% of incentive target for each 1% of attainment between 75% and 100%
- Once performance exceeds 100% attainment, incentive rates are at or above 1% for each 1% of attainment with no cap on incentive compensation
For non-quota-based sales performance elements such as strategic sales objectives, Cisco may pay 0% up to 125% of target. Cisco sales plans do not have a minimum threshold of performance for sales incentive compensation to be paid.
The applicable full salary ranges for this position, by specific state, are listed below:
New York City Metro Area:
$122,200.00 - $177,900.00
Non-Metro New York state & Washington state:
$108,700.00 - $158,400.00
- For quota-based sales roles on Cisco’s sales plan, the ranges provided in this posting include base pay and sales target incentive compensation combined.
Employees in Illinois, whether exempt or non-exempt, will participate in a unique time off program to meet local requirements.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding E-3 Visa Sponsorship in Product Lifecycle Management
Align your degree to PLM specialty occupation
USCIS requires your degree field to match the role directly. A degree in mechanical engineering, systems engineering, or industrial engineering supports PLM sponsorship. A general business degree often doesn't, even with years of PLM experience.
Target manufacturers with active LCA filing history
Search the DOL's OFLC disclosure data for employers who have filed LCAs for PLM, PDM, or product engineering roles. Companies already familiar with the E-3 visa process move faster from offer to sponsorship than those filing for the first time.
Prepare a PLM tool portfolio before interviews
U.S. hiring managers for PLM roles expect hands-on familiarity with platforms like Teamcenter, Windchill, or Agile. Document your specific implementations, not just general exposure, to demonstrate the specialized expertise that justifies an E-3 specialty occupation classification.
Use Migrate Mate to handle your LCA and filing
The LCA must be certified by DOL before your consulate appointment can be scheduled. Use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service to manage the LCA submission, visa paperwork, and consulate preparation so no step delays your start date.
Negotiate your offer above the prevailing wage tier
Your employer's LCA must certify a wage at or above the DOL prevailing wage for your PLM role and location. Accepting an offer at exactly the threshold leaves no buffer if DOL recalculates the wage level between filing and your start date.
Clarify multi-site work arrangements before filing
PLM roles often involve work across multiple facilities or client sites. Each worksite location must be covered by a separate LCA. Confirm with your employer which sites are included before filing to avoid compliance gaps that could affect your status.
E-3 Visa Product Lifecycle Management: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find Product Lifecycle Management jobs with E-3 visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for Australian professionals searching for E-3 sponsorship roles. You can filter by job title and industry to find PLM positions at employers with E-3 filing experience. This is more targeted than searching general job boards, where E-3 sponsorship status is rarely disclosed upfront.
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 Product Lifecycle Management role qualify as a specialty occupation for the E-3?
Yes, provided the role requires a bachelor's degree or higher in a specific technical field such as mechanical engineering, systems engineering, or manufacturing engineering. Roles that accept any degree or treat the degree as optional rather than required can fail the specialty occupation test. The job description wording your employer uses on the LCA matters significantly.
How does the E-3 compare to the H-1B for PLM professionals?
The E-3 has no annual lottery and no numerical cap, so there's no random selection risk that blocks you from starting work. H-1B requires cap registration in April with roughly a one-in-four selection chance, then a six-month wait. For PLM professionals with Australian citizenship, the E-3 allows a direct path from job offer to U.S. employment within weeks, not years.
Can I change PLM employers after arriving on an E-3?
Yes, but your E-3 status is tied to your sponsoring employer. Your new employer must file a fresh LCA with DOL and you'll need a new E-3 visa before starting work, which typically requires a return trip to an Australian consulate. There's no portability provision equivalent to H-1B's AC21 rule, so plan the transition timeline carefully.