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R&D Engineer roles in the U.S. require a degree in engineering, physics, or a closely related field, which satisfies the E-3 visa's specialty occupation requirement. Australian engineers can secure sponsorship without competing in the H-1B lottery, making U.S. research and development teams a realistic target year-round.
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Established in 1991, Collabera has been a leader in IT staffing for over 22 years and is one of the largest diversity IT staffing firms in the industry. As a half a billion dollar IT company, with more than 9,000 professionals across 30+ offices, Collabera offers comprehensive, cost-effective IT staffing & IT Services. We provide services to Fortune 500 and mid-size companies to meet their talent needs with high quality IT resources through Staff Augmentation, Global Talent Management, Value Added Services through CLASS (Competency Leveraged Advanced Staffing & Solutions) Permanent Placement Services and Vendor Management Programs.
Collabera recognizes true potential of human capital and provides people the right opportunities for growth and professional excellence. Collabera offers a full range of benefits to its employees including paid vacations, holidays, personal days, Medical, Dental and Vision insurance, 401K retirement savings plan, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance.
JOB DESCRIPTION
The Senior R&D Development Engineer will perform design and development activities on medical device/equipment products and improvements of ClosureFast products through frequent interaction with Manufacturing and Quality Engineering, Marketing, and other functions. Key responsibilities include conducting product testing and analysis on existing electrical products. You will work in a Sustaining Engineering role, improving existing endovenous products which include a generator and catheter components.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering scientific, or related technical field
- 5+ years of Engineering experience
- 3+ years of Medical device experience
- Thorough understanding of medical device industry and competitor products
- Proficient in electrical medical device requirements, such as IEC 60601-1, IEC 60601-2
- Thorough understanding of clinical and regulatory pathways, IP and internal processes
- In depth knowledge and wide application of technical principles, theories, and concepts in related field of expertise to develop innovative approaches to work
- Effectively communicates and works cooperatively with others as part of a team. Shares information, status, needs, and issues with others in order to inform, gain input, and support decision-making
- Knowledge of and ability to design reliable and innovative mechanical systems and mechanisms for consumer products
- Knowledge of manufacturing processes
- Proficient in Design FMECA and Design Verification and Validation activities
- Application of statistical and analytical methods such as DOE and capability analysis
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
If you are interested, please send your updated resume to sagar.rathore(at)collabera.com or call directly at 630-485-2166.
Sagar Rathore
630-485-2166
COMPANY DESCRIPTION
Established in 1991, Collabera has been a leader in IT staffing for over 22 years and is one of the largest diversity IT staffing firms in the industry. As a half a billion dollar IT company, with more than 9,000 professionals across 30+ offices, Collabera offers comprehensive, cost-effective IT staffing & IT Services. We provide services to Fortune 500 and mid-size companies to meet their talent needs with high quality IT resources through Staff Augmentation, Global Talent Management, Value Added Services through CLASS (Competency Leveraged Advanced Staffing & Solutions) Permanent Placement Services and Vendor Management Programs.
Collabera recognizes true potential of human capital and provides people the right opportunities for growth and professional excellence. Collabera offers a full range of benefits to its employees including paid vacations, holidays, personal days, Medical, Dental and Vision insurance, 401K retirement savings plan, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance.
JOB DESCRIPTION
The Senior R&D Development Engineer will perform design and development activities on medical device/equipment products and improvements of ClosureFast products through frequent interaction with Manufacturing and Quality Engineering, Marketing, and other functions. Key responsibilities include conducting product testing and analysis on existing electrical products. You will work in a Sustaining Engineering role, improving existing endovenous products which include a generator and catheter components.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering scientific, or related technical field
- 5+ years of Engineering experience
- 3+ years of Medical device experience
- Thorough understanding of medical device industry and competitor products
- Proficient in electrical medical device requirements, such as IEC 60601-1, IEC 60601-2
- Thorough understanding of clinical and regulatory pathways, IP and internal processes
- In depth knowledge and wide application of technical principles, theories, and concepts in related field of expertise to develop innovative approaches to work
- Effectively communicates and works cooperatively with others as part of a team. Shares information, status, needs, and issues with others in order to inform, gain input, and support decision-making
- Knowledge of and ability to design reliable and innovative mechanical systems and mechanisms for consumer products
- Knowledge of manufacturing processes
- Proficient in Design FMECA and Design Verification and Validation activities
- Application of statistical and analytical methods such as DOE and capability analysis
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
If you are interested, please send your updated resume to sagar.rathore(at)collabera.com or call directly at 630-485-2166.
Sagar Rathore
630-485-2166
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding E-3 Visa Sponsorship as a R D Engineer
Translate your credentials for U.S. hiring managers
Australian 3-year engineering degrees are accepted as equivalent to U.S. 4-year degrees for E-3 purposes, but your resume won't say that. Add a brief note on your CV clarifying the equivalency so hiring managers don't screen you out before the conversation starts.
Target companies with active DOL LCA history
Search the DOL's Office of Foreign Labor Certification disclosure data for R&D Engineer LCA filings. Employers who've certified LCAs before understand the process, which means fewer delays and less internal resistance when you raise E-3 sponsorship.
Find E-3 sponsoring employers through Migrate Mate
Use Migrate Mate to filter R&D Engineer roles by E-3 sponsorship history. Searching through a platform built around visa-aware hiring cuts the time you spend vetting employers who've never sponsored an Australian before.
Raise the E-3 after a technical interview, not before
Bring up E-3 sponsorship after you've cleared at least one technical round. At that point the employer has invested time evaluating your skills, and the conversation about sponsorship is far more productive than leading with visa status in an initial application.
Confirm your offer letter supports specialty occupation
Your offer letter must describe duties that require a specific technical degree, not just any bachelor's. Vague language like 'engineering experience preferred' can create problems at the consulate. Ask your employer to specify the required field of study in the job description.
Use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service for the LCA and paperwork
The LCA must be DOL-certified before your visa interview, and the supporting documents need to align with your offer letter. Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service manages the entire process from LCA submission through consulate preparation, reducing the risk of avoidable delays.
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How do I find R&D Engineer jobs in the U.S. that offer E-3 visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is the most direct way to search for R&D Engineer roles where employers are open to E-3 sponsorship. Most general job boards don't filter by visa type, which means you're spending time applying to roles where sponsorship was never on the table. Searching through a visa-aware platform removes that guesswork from the start.
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 an R&D Engineer role qualify as a specialty occupation for the E-3 visa?
Yes, R&D Engineer roles typically qualify as specialty occupations because the position normally requires at minimum a bachelor's degree in engineering, physics, materials science, or a closely related technical field. The key is that the degree requirement must be tied to the specific role, not generic. If the job description is vague about required qualifications, ask your employer to tighten the language before the LCA is filed.
How does the E-3 visa compare to the H-1B for Australian R&D engineers?
The E-3 has a significant structural advantage: there's no lottery. H-1B registration enters a randomised selection pool, meaning a qualified R&D engineer may not be selected despite a valid offer. The E-3 has an annual allocation of 10,500 visas that has never been exhausted, so you can apply at any time of year. Both visas require an employer-sponsored LCA, but E-3 processing is consular rather than USCIS petition-based for new applicants, which generally moves faster.
Can I change employers or projects while on an E-3 visa as an R&D engineer?
You can change employers, but your new employer must file a fresh LCA with the DOL and you'll need a new E-3 visa or an amended status before you start work. Internal project changes within the same employer are generally fine as long as your job duties and location remain consistent with the original LCA. A significant change in role, worksite, or wage level may require an amended LCA filing even if you stay with the same company.
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