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QA Engineer roles in software, hardware, and regulated industries qualify as E-3 visa specialty occupations when the position requires a relevant bachelor's degree. Australian citizens can secure E-3 sponsorship without entering a lottery, and your employer files the Labor Condition Application before your consulate appointment in Sydney, Melbourne, or Perth.
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WSP is currently initiating a search for a Quality Assurance Manager to support our Tolling Operations Team!
This position will sit out of our Richmond, VA office.
JOB SUMMARY
Primary responsibilities of the Quality Assurance Manager (QAM) include leading 405 Express Lane team to meet all project requirements related to quality and providing assurance to the Authority that the Work of the WSP team is in accordance with the Quality Management Plan (QMP). The QAM ensures consistent quality during the Operations and Maintenance Phase per the QMP. Oversees development, implementation, and ongoing management of the QMP and all other quality related documentation. The QAM will directly supervise the quality team in the performance of their daily duties for the project as outlined in the Standard Operating Procedures.
Your Impact
- Develop, implement, and maintain quality processes, procedures and approaches outlined in the QMP
- Monitor and track quality actions as a goal towards continuous improvement on the project
- Provide a quality assurance review of deliverables and to provide comments to the originator prior to submittal to the Authority
- Review operational and performance measure/KPI reports generated on the project that are used to monitor and track overall quality and adherence to the QMP on a daily, weekly, monthly, etc. basis
- Develop, update, and maintain the QMP
- Perform audits identified for the project
- Train personnel on the implementation of the QMP as it directly relates to their job duties
- Attend all relevant project meetings and meetings with the Authority
- Develop and maintain quality related reports
- Analyze data relevant to all aspects of the overall project performance and to provide information to the management team on lessons learned that can lead to continuous improvement
- Ensure the quality team is properly staffed and trained
- Evaluate quality staff performance; provide direction and guidance as appropriate
- Participate on the Change Control Board as part of Configuration Management for the BOS
- Review Customer Satisfaction Surveys and develop strategies for continuous improvement
- Perform surveillances on the BOS and CSC Operations on a regular basis
- Ensure all quality records are tracked and properly stored per the project requirements
Who You Are
Required Qualifications
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
- Ability to work independently and under strict deadlines
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and discretion properly
- Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions
- Should possess an above average skill ability and knowledge of PC computers. The ability to develop, create, and utilize spreadsheet software (Microsoft Excel) and word processing software (Microsoft Word) on a daily basis. The individual should possess the skills and ability to learn and utilize new software products as introduced by the organization
- Ability to read and comprehend complex instructions, correspondence, and memos. Ability to write correspondence and staff memos. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one situations to clients and other employees of the organization. Ability to read, analyze, and interpret common project reports and documents. Ability to effectively present information to management and public groups
- Must be able to pass background and drug screenings
- Ability to achieve and maintain departmental performance standards
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
- Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state, and local standards, including meeting qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards
- Primarily sedentary physical work requiring ability to lift a maximum of 10 pounds
- Must be able to lift, carry, walk, and stand
- Vision for reading, recording, and interpreting information
- Frequent speech communication, hearing and listening to maintain communication
- Daily use of computer and keyboard, standard office equipment and telephone
- Ability to access, input, and retrieve information from the computer
- Frequent hand/eye coordination to operate computer keyboard and office equipment
- Noise level in the work environment is quiet to moderate
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
This position is responsible for the overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of quality personnel teams including subcontractors for the project. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws.
EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE
- 3+ years as Quality Assurance Manager on projects of a similar scope to the services on the 405EL Project
- Three (3) years of experience in toll back-office systems (BOS) and customer service center (CSC) operations
- Two (2) years of experience in Quality Assurance
- Specialized training and/or certification in quality management
WSP Benefits:
WSP provides a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career. These benefits include coverage related to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life; retirement savings; paid sick leave; paid vacation (or other personal time); paid parental leave; and paid time off for purposes of bereavement, voting, and/or attendance at naturalization proceedings.
Compensation
- Expected Salary: $85,000 - $105,000
WSP USA is providing the compensation range that the company in good faith believes it might pay and offer for this position, based on the successful applicant’s education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities in addition to internal equity and specific geographic location. WSP USA reserves the right to ultimately pay more or less than the posted range and offer additional benefits and other compensation, depending on circumstances not related to an applicant’s sex or other status protected by local, state, and/or federal law.
WSP USA (and all of its U.S. companies) is an Equal Opportunity Employer Race/Age/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Disability or Protected Veteran Status.
The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.
This Opportunity
WSP is currently initiating a search for a Quality Assurance Manager to support our Tolling Operations Team!
This position will sit out of our Richmond, VA office.
JOB SUMMARY
Primary responsibilities of the Quality Assurance Manager (QAM) include leading 405 Express Lane team to meet all project requirements related to quality and providing assurance to the Authority that the Work of the WSP team is in accordance with the Quality Management Plan (QMP). The QAM ensures consistent quality during the Operations and Maintenance Phase per the QMP. Oversees development, implementation, and ongoing management of the QMP and all other quality related documentation. The QAM will directly supervise the quality team in the performance of their daily duties for the project as outlined in the Standard Operating Procedures.
Your Impact
- Develop, implement, and maintain quality processes, procedures and approaches outlined in the QMP
- Monitor and track quality actions as a goal towards continuous improvement on the project
- Provide a quality assurance review of deliverables and to provide comments to the originator prior to submittal to the Authority
- Review operational and performance measure/KPI reports generated on the project that are used to monitor and track overall quality and adherence to the QMP on a daily, weekly, monthly, etc. basis
- Develop, update, and maintain the QMP
- Perform audits identified for the project
- Train personnel on the implementation of the QMP as it directly relates to their job duties
- Attend all relevant project meetings and meetings with the Authority
- Develop and maintain quality related reports
- Analyze data relevant to all aspects of the overall project performance and to provide information to the management team on lessons learned that can lead to continuous improvement
- Ensure the quality team is properly staffed and trained
- Evaluate quality staff performance; provide direction and guidance as appropriate
- Participate on the Change Control Board as part of Configuration Management for the BOS
- Review Customer Satisfaction Surveys and develop strategies for continuous improvement
- Perform surveillances on the BOS and CSC Operations on a regular basis
- Ensure all quality records are tracked and properly stored per the project requirements
Who You Are
Required Qualifications
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
- Ability to work independently and under strict deadlines
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and discretion properly
- Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions
- Should possess an above average skill ability and knowledge of PC computers. The ability to develop, create, and utilize spreadsheet software (Microsoft Excel) and word processing software (Microsoft Word) on a daily basis. The individual should possess the skills and ability to learn and utilize new software products as introduced by the organization
- Ability to read and comprehend complex instructions, correspondence, and memos. Ability to write correspondence and staff memos. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one situations to clients and other employees of the organization. Ability to read, analyze, and interpret common project reports and documents. Ability to effectively present information to management and public groups
- Must be able to pass background and drug screenings
- Ability to achieve and maintain departmental performance standards
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
- Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state, and local standards, including meeting qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards
- Primarily sedentary physical work requiring ability to lift a maximum of 10 pounds
- Must be able to lift, carry, walk, and stand
- Vision for reading, recording, and interpreting information
- Frequent speech communication, hearing and listening to maintain communication
- Daily use of computer and keyboard, standard office equipment and telephone
- Ability to access, input, and retrieve information from the computer
- Frequent hand/eye coordination to operate computer keyboard and office equipment
- Noise level in the work environment is quiet to moderate
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
This position is responsible for the overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of quality personnel teams including subcontractors for the project. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws.
EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE
- 3+ years as Quality Assurance Manager on projects of a similar scope to the services on the 405EL Project
- Three (3) years of experience in toll back-office systems (BOS) and customer service center (CSC) operations
- Two (2) years of experience in Quality Assurance
- Specialized training and/or certification in quality management
WSP Benefits:
WSP provides a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career. These benefits include coverage related to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life; retirement savings; paid sick leave; paid vacation (or other personal time); paid parental leave; and paid time off for purposes of bereavement, voting, and/or attendance at naturalization proceedings.
Compensation
- Expected Salary: $85,000 - $105,000
WSP USA is providing the compensation range that the company in good faith believes it might pay and offer for this position, based on the successful applicant’s education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities in addition to internal equity and specific geographic location. WSP USA reserves the right to ultimately pay more or less than the posted range and offer additional benefits and other compensation, depending on circumstances not related to an applicant’s sex or other status protected by local, state, and/or federal law.
WSP USA (and all of its U.S. companies) is an Equal Opportunity Employer Race/Age/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Disability or Protected Veteran Status.
The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.
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Translate your Australian credentials for U.S. employers
A three-year Australian bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, or a related field satisfies the E-3 degree requirement. Attach your official academic transcript to every application so hiring managers can confirm degree equivalency without guessing.
Target companies with active LCA filing history
Search DOL's Office of Foreign Labor Certification disclosure data to find employers who have previously filed LCAs for QA Engineer roles. Past filings signal that the hiring team already understands the E-3 process and won't abandon your offer over paperwork uncertainty.
Search Migrate Mate for E-3 sponsorship roles
Use Migrate Mate to find QA Engineer positions where employers are open to E-3 sponsorship. Filtering by visa type saves you from applying to roles where the hiring team has never considered sponsoring an Australian candidate.
Clarify the LCA requirement before your offer deadline
Your employer must file and receive a certified LCA from the DOL before you can attend your consulate appointment. Raise this timeline early in negotiations so HR doesn't treat the LCA as a post-offer surprise that delays your start date.
Use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service for end-to-end support
Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service handles your LCA submission, visa paperwork, and consulate preparation from offer acceptance through your appointment in Australia. This removes the coordination burden from your employer and reduces the risk of filing errors that cause delays.
Address specialty occupation upfront for hybrid QA roles
QA Engineer positions that blend manual testing with general coordination can draw scrutiny over whether they meet the specialty occupation standard. Before your interview, confirm with your employer that the job description explicitly requires a degree in a specific technical field.
E-3 Visa QA Engineer: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find QA Engineer jobs with E-3 visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is the most direct way to search for QA Engineer roles where employers are open to E-3 sponsorship. General job boards don't filter by visa type, so you often can't tell whether a company will support the process until late in the interview cycle. Searching specifically for E-3 sponsorship from the start saves time and avoids late-stage rejections.
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 QA Engineer role qualify as an E-3 specialty occupation?
Yes, provided the position genuinely requires a bachelor's degree or higher in a specific technical field such as computer science, software engineering, or electrical engineering. Roles that accept any degree or treat the degree as a preference rather than a requirement are harder to support. A well-written job description that specifies degree requirements in a technical discipline strengthens the application significantly.
How does the E-3 visa compare to the H-1B for QA Engineers?
The E-3 visa has no annual cap and no lottery, so your employer can file at any point during the year and expect a result without waiting for a random selection. The H-1B visa is capped at 85,000 petitions annually and requires surviving a lottery before filing. For Australian QA Engineers, the E-3 is a faster and more predictable path to U.S. employment in most cases.
Can I change employers while working in the U.S. on an E-3?
Yes, but your new employer must file a fresh LCA and you'll need a new E-3 visa stamp if yours expires or if you travel internationally. Unlike the H-1B, there's no portability provision that lets you start work immediately on a pending petition. Plan for a processing gap and discuss timing with your new employer before giving notice.