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Electrical Engineering Technician roles qualify for EB-3 skilled worker sponsorship, and some positions meet EB-2 requirements for advanced-degree professionals. Employers file PERM labor certification with DOL before sponsoring you for permanent residency. Finding employers with active green card sponsorship history is the critical first step.
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Applied Materials is a global leader in materials engineering solutions used to produce virtually every new chip and advanced display in the world. We design, build and service cutting-edge equipment that helps our customers manufacture display and semiconductor chips – the brains of devices we use every day. As the foundation of the global electronics industry, Applied enables the exciting technologies that literally connect our world – like AI and IoT. If you want to push the boundaries of materials science and engineering to create next generation technology, join us to deliver material innovation that changes the world.
What We Offer
Salary:
$33.00 - $45.70
Location:
Santa Clara, CA
You’ll benefit from a supportive work culture that encourages you to learn, develop, and grow your career as you take on challenges and drive innovative solutions for our customers. We empower our team to push the boundaries of what is possible—while learning every day in a supportive leading global company.
At Applied Materials, we care about the health and wellbeing of our employees. We’re committed to providing programs and support that encourage personal and professional growth and care for you at work, at home, or wherever you may go.
Key Responsibilities
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Performs complex electro-mechanical technical functions and activities such as design, test, checkout, fabrication, modification, troubleshooting and assembly of electronics and electro-mechanical systems, experimental design circuitry, prototype models, specialized test equipment, tools and test fixtures.
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Tests and troubleshoots system level and component level problems in electrical and mechanical systems and sub-systems with minimal supervision. Assignments require solution of difficult problems by application of technical knowledge. May perform more complicated or complex new system and NPI installations and field upgrades.
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May work from limited or no documentation. Investigates, compiles data, documents and recommends changes using applicable reporting process to enhance product performance.
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Compiles logbooks and test procedures documentation utilizing good writing skills. Assists in revising, developing and implementing documented procedures. Writes complex technical reports and test procedures.
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Performs mechanical, electrical, pneumatic & vacuum and process testing on AMAT platforms to Engineering and Manufacturing documentation and specifications.
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Observes all safety standards. Maintains a secure, safe, clean and healthy work environment. Attends required health and safety training and follows safety and security policies, procedures and practices. Promptly reports accidents, injuries, safety hazards, or emergencies to supervisor or Safety dept. Follows operating instructions, uses protective equipment when required, and uses equipment and materials properly. Actively strives to prevent accidents and injuries.
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Requires full understanding of the company's manufacturing and/or engineering processes, as well as excellent interpersonal and communication skills to effectively interface across departmental/functional lines. Provides management with technical input in order to correct problems both at the system level and in the manufacturing process.
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Provides training to lower level Engineering Technicians. Recognized as technical resource for a particular platform or product. Highly proficient at troubleshooting and resolving issues. Effective at providing standard work and workmanship skills training. Works closely with Engineering in the development of procedures and documentation for NPI. May serve as a "Quality Lead".
Other Requirements:
This is a physically demanding position that often requires standing for extended periods of time, walking, working in tight spaces, bending, squatting, twisting, kneeling, reaching, climbing stairs and ladders, lifting, the ability to distinguish between colors, the ability to work in an environment with noise that may be difficult for some individuals with sensitivity to noise, the use of hand and power tools, and driving or operating heavy machinery including forklifts.
Additionally, because this position may involve working in a clean room, the use of appropriate Personal Protective Equipment such as coveralls, hoods, booties, safety glasses, gloves, respirators, chemical aprons, and face shields may be required.
Functional Knowledge
- Has developed advanced specialized expertise within a analytical/scientific area to perform the most complex work.
Business Expertise
- Has a good understanding of how related teams coordinate their efforts and resources to achieve objectives.
Leadership
- May act as a lead for the team, may allocate work and provide subject matter guidance to more junior team members.
Problem Solving
- Exercises judgment, based on previous experience, practices and precedents, to identify and solve problems that arise with little or no precedent.
Impact
- Impacts the effectiveness of own team and closely related teams.
Interpersonal Skills
- Exchanges ideas and information effectively; uses tact and diplomacy when dealing with others.
Additional Information
Time Type:
Full time
Employee Type:
Special
Travel:
Yes, 10% of the Time
Relocation Eligible:
No
The salary offered to a selected candidate will be based on multiple factors including location, hire grade, job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and with consideration of internal equity of our current team members. In addition to a comprehensive benefits package, candidates may be eligible for other forms of compensation such as participation in a bonus and a stock award program, as applicable.
For all sales roles, the posted salary range is the Target Total Cash (TTC) range for the role, which is the sum of base salary and target bonus amount at 100% goal achievement.
Applied Materials is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law.
In addition, Applied endeavors to make our careers site accessible to all users. If you would like to contact us regarding accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact us via e-mail at Accommodations_Program@amat.com, or by calling our HR Direct Help Line at 877-612-7547, option 1, and following the prompts to speak to an HR Advisor. This contact is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.
Who We Are
Applied Materials is a global leader in materials engineering solutions used to produce virtually every new chip and advanced display in the world. We design, build and service cutting-edge equipment that helps our customers manufacture display and semiconductor chips – the brains of devices we use every day. As the foundation of the global electronics industry, Applied enables the exciting technologies that literally connect our world – like AI and IoT. If you want to push the boundaries of materials science and engineering to create next generation technology, join us to deliver material innovation that changes the world.
What We Offer
Salary:
$33.00 - $45.70
Location:
Santa Clara, CA
You’ll benefit from a supportive work culture that encourages you to learn, develop, and grow your career as you take on challenges and drive innovative solutions for our customers. We empower our team to push the boundaries of what is possible—while learning every day in a supportive leading global company.
At Applied Materials, we care about the health and wellbeing of our employees. We’re committed to providing programs and support that encourage personal and professional growth and care for you at work, at home, or wherever you may go.
Key Responsibilities
-
Performs complex electro-mechanical technical functions and activities such as design, test, checkout, fabrication, modification, troubleshooting and assembly of electronics and electro-mechanical systems, experimental design circuitry, prototype models, specialized test equipment, tools and test fixtures.
-
Tests and troubleshoots system level and component level problems in electrical and mechanical systems and sub-systems with minimal supervision. Assignments require solution of difficult problems by application of technical knowledge. May perform more complicated or complex new system and NPI installations and field upgrades.
-
May work from limited or no documentation. Investigates, compiles data, documents and recommends changes using applicable reporting process to enhance product performance.
-
Compiles logbooks and test procedures documentation utilizing good writing skills. Assists in revising, developing and implementing documented procedures. Writes complex technical reports and test procedures.
-
Performs mechanical, electrical, pneumatic & vacuum and process testing on AMAT platforms to Engineering and Manufacturing documentation and specifications.
-
Observes all safety standards. Maintains a secure, safe, clean and healthy work environment. Attends required health and safety training and follows safety and security policies, procedures and practices. Promptly reports accidents, injuries, safety hazards, or emergencies to supervisor or Safety dept. Follows operating instructions, uses protective equipment when required, and uses equipment and materials properly. Actively strives to prevent accidents and injuries.
-
Requires full understanding of the company's manufacturing and/or engineering processes, as well as excellent interpersonal and communication skills to effectively interface across departmental/functional lines. Provides management with technical input in order to correct problems both at the system level and in the manufacturing process.
-
Provides training to lower level Engineering Technicians. Recognized as technical resource for a particular platform or product. Highly proficient at troubleshooting and resolving issues. Effective at providing standard work and workmanship skills training. Works closely with Engineering in the development of procedures and documentation for NPI. May serve as a "Quality Lead".
Other Requirements:
This is a physically demanding position that often requires standing for extended periods of time, walking, working in tight spaces, bending, squatting, twisting, kneeling, reaching, climbing stairs and ladders, lifting, the ability to distinguish between colors, the ability to work in an environment with noise that may be difficult for some individuals with sensitivity to noise, the use of hand and power tools, and driving or operating heavy machinery including forklifts.
Additionally, because this position may involve working in a clean room, the use of appropriate Personal Protective Equipment such as coveralls, hoods, booties, safety glasses, gloves, respirators, chemical aprons, and face shields may be required.
Functional Knowledge
- Has developed advanced specialized expertise within a analytical/scientific area to perform the most complex work.
Business Expertise
- Has a good understanding of how related teams coordinate their efforts and resources to achieve objectives.
Leadership
- May act as a lead for the team, may allocate work and provide subject matter guidance to more junior team members.
Problem Solving
- Exercises judgment, based on previous experience, practices and precedents, to identify and solve problems that arise with little or no precedent.
Impact
- Impacts the effectiveness of own team and closely related teams.
Interpersonal Skills
- Exchanges ideas and information effectively; uses tact and diplomacy when dealing with others.
Additional Information
Time Type:
Full time
Employee Type:
Special
Travel:
Yes, 10% of the Time
Relocation Eligible:
No
The salary offered to a selected candidate will be based on multiple factors including location, hire grade, job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and with consideration of internal equity of our current team members. In addition to a comprehensive benefits package, candidates may be eligible for other forms of compensation such as participation in a bonus and a stock award program, as applicable.
For all sales roles, the posted salary range is the Target Total Cash (TTC) range for the role, which is the sum of base salary and target bonus amount at 100% goal achievement.
Applied Materials is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law.
In addition, Applied endeavors to make our careers site accessible to all users. If you would like to contact us regarding accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact us via e-mail at Accommodations_Program@amat.com, or by calling our HR Direct Help Line at 877-612-7547, option 1, and following the prompts to speak to an HR Advisor. This contact is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as an Electrical Engineering Technician
Verify your credentials meet PERM requirements
PERM requires your foreign degree and work history to match the job's stated minimum requirements exactly. Get your engineering technology diploma evaluated by a NACES-member credential evaluator before applying, so employers can confirm your qualifications satisfy the DOL-defined job description.
Target employers with E-Verify enrollment
Electrical Engineering Technician roles at federal contractors require E-Verify participation, and those employers already have the compliance infrastructure for PERM filings. Filter your search by federal contractor status to find employers already familiar with employment-based sponsorship obligations.
Search sponsoring employers through Migrate Mate
Use Migrate Mate to filter Electrical Engineering Technician roles by employers with documented green card sponsorship history. This cuts the prospecting time significantly and surfaces companies already running active PERM cases in your target industry.
Understand the EB-3 versus EB-2 distinction early
Most Electrical Engineering Technician roles fall under EB-3 because they require an associate degree or two-year technical training rather than a full bachelor's degree. If your role genuinely requires a bachelor's or higher, confirm with your employer whether EB-2 classification is supportable before PERM is filed.
Ask employers about their PERM timeline expectations
PERM labor certification can take six to twelve months before the I-140 petition stage begins. During interviews, ask directly whether the employer has filed PERM before and whether they're prepared to start the process at or shortly after your hire date.
Use O*NET and OFLC Wage Search to benchmark your role
Before negotiating your offer, look up the Electrical Engineering Technician occupation on O*NET to confirm the standard job zone and typical duties. Then check the OFLC Wage Search to see the prevailing wage for your location, since your offered salary must meet that threshold for PERM approval.
Green Card Electrical Engineering Technician: Frequently Asked Questions
Does an Electrical Engineering Technician role qualify for EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Yes. Electrical Engineering Technician is classified as a skilled worker occupation under EB-3, which covers roles requiring at least two years of training or a relevant associate or bachelor's degree. Your employer files a PERM labor certification with DOL to demonstrate no qualified U.S. worker is available, then files the I-140 immigrant petition with USCIS to begin your permanent residency process.
How does EB-3 green card sponsorship differ from H-1B sponsorship for this role?
Unlike H-1B visa, EB-3 sponsorship is not subject to an annual lottery and leads directly to permanent residency rather than a temporary work authorization period. The tradeoff is timeline: the PERM process alone typically takes six to twelve months, followed by I-140 adjudication and, depending on your birth country, a potentially long visa queue before you receive your green card.
What credentials do I need to qualify for PERM sponsorship as an Electrical Engineering Technician?
Your qualifications must match the minimum requirements stated in the employer's PERM job description exactly. Foreign degrees need to be evaluated by a recognized credential evaluation service. Relevant work experience matters too: DOL allows three years of equivalent experience to substitute for one year of formal education in some cases, but the employer's job description must permit that substitution from the outset.
How do I find Electrical Engineering Technician jobs where the employer will sponsor a green card?
Migrate Mate lets you search Electrical Engineering Technician roles filtered by employers with active green card sponsorship history, so you're not cold-applying to companies that have never run a PERM case. Focusing on employers in federal contracting, utilities, and manufacturing tends to surface more sponsorship-ready openings, since those industries routinely sponsor technical support staff for permanent residency.
Can my employer sponsor my green card if I'm currently on H-1B or OPT status?
Yes. Employers can begin the PERM process regardless of whether you're currently on H-1B, OPT, or another authorized status. If you're on H-1B, portability rules under AC21 allow you to change employers mid-process once your I-140 is approved and your I-485 has been pending for at least 180 days, as long as the new role is in the same or a similar occupation.