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Industrial Hygienist roles at manufacturing plants, hospitals, and government contractors regularly qualify for EB-2 and EB-3 green card sponsorship through the PERM labor certification process. Employers in regulated industries file LCAs and I-140 petitions to permanently sponsor foreign professionals with credentials in occupational health and safety.
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At Ford, you’ll work on ideas that matter, alongside passionate people who want to make a global impact. Together, we’re shaping the next era of transportation—grounded in purpose, driven by progress. Make your move.
- Job Type: Full time
- Work Type: Hybrid
In this position...
We are building a team of the world’s best automotive, software and electrical talent, and turning them loose to create insanely great electric vehicles and digital experiences for new generations of customers.
We are an agile team… leveraging rapidly evolving technology to innovate, fail fast and pivot.
We create with passion delivering extraordinary solutions to change the world.
What you'll do...
- Design and develop novel brakes, steering, wheel, tire, and suspension concepts that improve product cost, mass, efficiency, manufacturability, serviceability, and driving dynamics
- Challenge existing design requirements and define new design requirements for system sizing, functions, and features based on regulations, first principles, and product attributes
- Assess and validate manufacturing, assembly, and service feasibility of design proposals
- Design, analyze, build, and test prototypes at component, subsystem, and full vehicle level
- Subjectively and objectively evaluate braking, steering, ride and handling attributes in production vehicles, prototype vehicles, and simulator
You'll have...
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, or equivalent combination of relevant education and experience.
- 3+ years experience in automotive or related field, EV preferred
- Strong engineering fundamentals, and ability to apply broadly to vehicle systems and manufacturing processes
- Strong proficiency in 3D modelling, Catia and 3D Experience preferred
- Excellent technical collaboration and communication, written and verbal
Even better, you may have...
- Experience designing, prototyping, and testing mechanical and electromechanical systems
- Experience developing and delivering a chassis system from concept to production
- Strong working knowledge of all chassis systems and vehicle dynamics fundamentals
- Proficiency in manufacturing and assembly methods and GD&T
- Strong proficiency in Atlassian tools (Confluence, JIRA)
You may not check every box, or your experience may look a little different from what we've outlined, but if you think you can bring value to Ford Motor Company, we encourage you to apply!
As an established global company, we offer the benefit of choice. You can choose what your Ford future will look like: will your story span the globe, or keep you close to home? Will your career be a deep dive into what you love, or a series of new teams and new skills? Will you be a leader, a changemaker, a technical expert, a culture builder…or all of the above? No matter what you choose, we offer a work life that works for you, including:
- Immediate medical, dental, vision and prescription drug coverage
- Flexible family care days, paid parental leave, new parent ramp-up programs, subsidized back-up child care and more
- Family building benefits including adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, fertility treatments, and more
- Vehicle discount program for employees and family members and management leases
- Tuition assistance
- Established and active employee resource groups
- Paid time off for individual and team community service
- A generous schedule of paid holidays, including the week between Christmas and New Year’s Day
- Paid time off and the option to purchase additional vacation time.
This position is a salary grade 8 and ranges from $135,420-226,980.
Visa sponsorship is available for this position.
Candidates for positions with Ford Motor Company must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status or protected veteran status. In the United States, if you need a reasonable accommodation for the online application process due to a disability, please call 1-888-336-0660.
This position is hybrid. Candidates who are in commuting distance to a Ford hub location may be required to be onsite four or more days per week. #LI-Hybrid
LI-SE1 #UEV
Overview
At Ford, you’ll work on ideas that matter, alongside passionate people who want to make a global impact. Together, we’re shaping the next era of transportation—grounded in purpose, driven by progress. Make your move.
- Job Type: Full time
- Work Type: Hybrid
In this position...
We are building a team of the world’s best automotive, software and electrical talent, and turning them loose to create insanely great electric vehicles and digital experiences for new generations of customers.
We are an agile team… leveraging rapidly evolving technology to innovate, fail fast and pivot.
We create with passion delivering extraordinary solutions to change the world.
What you'll do...
- Design and develop novel brakes, steering, wheel, tire, and suspension concepts that improve product cost, mass, efficiency, manufacturability, serviceability, and driving dynamics
- Challenge existing design requirements and define new design requirements for system sizing, functions, and features based on regulations, first principles, and product attributes
- Assess and validate manufacturing, assembly, and service feasibility of design proposals
- Design, analyze, build, and test prototypes at component, subsystem, and full vehicle level
- Subjectively and objectively evaluate braking, steering, ride and handling attributes in production vehicles, prototype vehicles, and simulator
You'll have...
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, or equivalent combination of relevant education and experience.
- 3+ years experience in automotive or related field, EV preferred
- Strong engineering fundamentals, and ability to apply broadly to vehicle systems and manufacturing processes
- Strong proficiency in 3D modelling, Catia and 3D Experience preferred
- Excellent technical collaboration and communication, written and verbal
Even better, you may have...
- Experience designing, prototyping, and testing mechanical and electromechanical systems
- Experience developing and delivering a chassis system from concept to production
- Strong working knowledge of all chassis systems and vehicle dynamics fundamentals
- Proficiency in manufacturing and assembly methods and GD&T
- Strong proficiency in Atlassian tools (Confluence, JIRA)
You may not check every box, or your experience may look a little different from what we've outlined, but if you think you can bring value to Ford Motor Company, we encourage you to apply!
As an established global company, we offer the benefit of choice. You can choose what your Ford future will look like: will your story span the globe, or keep you close to home? Will your career be a deep dive into what you love, or a series of new teams and new skills? Will you be a leader, a changemaker, a technical expert, a culture builder…or all of the above? No matter what you choose, we offer a work life that works for you, including:
- Immediate medical, dental, vision and prescription drug coverage
- Flexible family care days, paid parental leave, new parent ramp-up programs, subsidized back-up child care and more
- Family building benefits including adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, fertility treatments, and more
- Vehicle discount program for employees and family members and management leases
- Tuition assistance
- Established and active employee resource groups
- Paid time off for individual and team community service
- A generous schedule of paid holidays, including the week between Christmas and New Year’s Day
- Paid time off and the option to purchase additional vacation time.
This position is a salary grade 8 and ranges from $135,420-226,980.
Visa sponsorship is available for this position.
Candidates for positions with Ford Motor Company must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status or protected veteran status. In the United States, if you need a reasonable accommodation for the online application process due to a disability, please call 1-888-336-0660.
This position is hybrid. Candidates who are in commuting distance to a Ford hub location may be required to be onsite four or more days per week. #LI-Hybrid
LI-SE1 #UEV
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Match your credentials to PERM requirements early
PERM requires your degree field to align with the Industrial Hygienist role. A degree in industrial hygiene, environmental health, or a closely related science typically satisfies the DOL's educational nexus requirement. Gather transcripts and credential evaluations before applying.
Target employers with regulated worksite obligations
Manufacturers, construction firms, and healthcare systems operating under OSHA Process Safety Management or NFPA standards routinely sponsor Industrial Hygienists because demand is compliance-driven. These employers are more likely to have existing PERM infrastructure and in-house legal teams.
Search green card sponsoring employers on Migrate Mate
Use Migrate Mate to filter Industrial Hygienist openings by employers with active EB-2 and EB-3 sponsorship history. Targeting companies that have completed PERM for this occupation before cuts your search time significantly.
Verify the OFLC prevailing wage before negotiating your offer
Your offered salary must meet or exceed the DOL prevailing wage for your geographic area and job zone. Use the OFLC Wage Search to check Level II or Level III wages for Industrial Hygienist roles in your target city before accepting any offer.
Clarify EB-2 versus EB-3 eligibility with your employer
If the posted role requires only a bachelor's degree, PERM will route through EB-3. An advanced degree in industrial hygiene or occupational health, or a Certified Industrial Hygienist credential, may support an EB-2 filing. Confirm which category applies before the I-140 is drafted.
Understand that PERM advertising rules affect your start date
USCIS requires employers to complete a mandatory recruitment period, typically 30 to 60 days, before filing the PERM application. Factor this into your timeline when weighing competing offers, especially if you're transitioning from an H-1B visa or OPT.
Green Card Industrial Hygienist: Frequently Asked Questions
Does an Industrial Hygienist role qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Both categories can apply. EB-3 covers positions requiring a bachelor's degree in industrial hygiene, environmental science, or a related field. EB-2 applies when the role requires an advanced degree or the candidate holds one with strong professional credentials. Your employer's immigration counsel determines which category fits the specific job description before filing the PERM application with DOL.
How does EB-3 green card sponsorship differ from H-1B for an Industrial Hygienist?
The H-1B is a temporary work visa subject to an annual lottery cap; the EB-3 leads to permanent residency with no lottery. PERM-based green card processing takes longer overall, typically two to four years for most nationalities, but it results in a green card rather than a visa you must renew. Most applicants from countries other than India and China face shorter EB-3 wait times than H-1B holders managing annual cap uncertainty.
What role does the Certified Industrial Hygienist credential play in the PERM process?
The CIH designation issued by ABIH can strengthen an EB-2 petition by demonstrating advanced professional credentials beyond a bachelor's degree, particularly when the employer's job description includes it as a preferred or required qualification. If your employer lists CIH as a requirement in the PERM job posting, USCIS will expect you to hold it, so verify the job description accurately reflects the actual minimum requirements before filing.
Where can I find Industrial Hygienist jobs where the employer already sponsors green cards?
Use Migrate Mate to search for Industrial Hygienist openings filtered by employers with documented EB-2 and EB-3 sponsorship history. Focusing on companies that have completed PERM labor certifications for this occupation before significantly reduces the risk of encountering employers unfamiliar with the process or unwilling to bear the legal cost.
What happens to my green card case if I change employers during the PERM process?
If you switch employers before your I-140 is approved, you generally need to restart the PERM process with the new employer. Once your I-140 is approved and your priority date is more than 180 days old, USCIS portability rules under AC21 may allow you to transfer to a same or similar Industrial Hygienist role with a new employer without losing your priority date.