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Product Test Engineer jobs with green card sponsorship require employers to complete PERM labor certification with the Department of Labor, file an I-140 petition with USCIS, and obtain lawful permanent residence for you. EB-2 or EB-3 classification depends on your degree and experience level, and per-country backlogs can affect your priority date timeline.
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When was the last time you enjoyed a box as much as the product inside? At Apple, every customer interaction is an opportunity for surprise and delight! This philosophy extends beyond the product to its packaging, where every detail is thoughtfully considered. The Packaging team is a diverse group of people responsible for the design and execution of structural packaging for every Apple product, shipped to customers around the world. We collaborate with a wide range of teams, including Industrial Design, Marketing, Environmental, and Operations, throughout the design process. Our packaging delivers an outstanding unboxing experience, protects products throughout the shipping environment, and advances Apple’s sustainability goals. Our work plays a role in Apple's long-term environmental initiatives by helping reduce carbon impact across one of the largest packaging supply chains in the world.
DESCRIPTION
We are seeking people who approach problem-solving with passion, creativity, and curiosity. Apple’s approach to packaging is unique, so we value people who are eager to learn and further develop their knowledge of packaging design, manufacturing processes, and sustainable materials. We welcome fresh perspectives from outside the standard packaging industry to drive innovation. Our team determines product and packaging integrity throughout the shipping process. Using data analysis and statistical modeling, we test products in their packaging to validate they will arrive at customers' doorsteps at the high level of quality expected of Apple products.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- BS in Mechanical Engineering, Physics, Materials Science or similar degree.
- Solid engineering fundamentals with a basic understanding of design and metrology. Data-driven with ability to solve complex and novel technical problems.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to work in a team-based environment.
- Ability to travel up to 20% to support engineering build activities and design development.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- 3+ years experience developing new products, utilizing statistical software (JMP preferred) for data analysis.
- MS or PhD in Mechanical Engineering, Physics, Materials Science or similar degree.
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, including overseeing third-party vendors.
- Introductory knowledge of packaging materials, manufacturing processes, and evaluation testing standards such as ASTM, TAPPI, and ISTA.
COMPENSATION
- Base pay range for this role is between $129,300 and $225,300, and your base pay will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.
Apple employees also have the opportunity to become an Apple shareholder through participation in Apple’s discretionary employee stock programs. Apple employees are eligible for discretionary restricted stock unit awards, and can purchase Apple stock at a discount if voluntarily participating in Apple’s Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You’ll also receive benefits including: Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits, a range of discounted products and free services, and for formal education related to advancing your career at Apple, reimbursement for certain educational expenses — including tuition. Additionally, this role might be eligible for discretionary bonuses or commission payments as well as relocation.
Note: Apple benefit, compensation and employee stock programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms of the applicable plan or program.
Apple is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We seek to promote equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.
Apple believes accessibility is a fundamental human right. You’ll find that idea reflected in everything here — in our culture, our benefits and our digital tools. By welcoming as many perspectives as possible, we help you build a career where you feel like you belong.
Apple accepts applications to this posting on an ongoing basis.
SUMMARY
When was the last time you enjoyed a box as much as the product inside? At Apple, every customer interaction is an opportunity for surprise and delight! This philosophy extends beyond the product to its packaging, where every detail is thoughtfully considered. The Packaging team is a diverse group of people responsible for the design and execution of structural packaging for every Apple product, shipped to customers around the world. We collaborate with a wide range of teams, including Industrial Design, Marketing, Environmental, and Operations, throughout the design process. Our packaging delivers an outstanding unboxing experience, protects products throughout the shipping environment, and advances Apple’s sustainability goals. Our work plays a role in Apple's long-term environmental initiatives by helping reduce carbon impact across one of the largest packaging supply chains in the world.
DESCRIPTION
We are seeking people who approach problem-solving with passion, creativity, and curiosity. Apple’s approach to packaging is unique, so we value people who are eager to learn and further develop their knowledge of packaging design, manufacturing processes, and sustainable materials. We welcome fresh perspectives from outside the standard packaging industry to drive innovation. Our team determines product and packaging integrity throughout the shipping process. Using data analysis and statistical modeling, we test products in their packaging to validate they will arrive at customers' doorsteps at the high level of quality expected of Apple products.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- BS in Mechanical Engineering, Physics, Materials Science or similar degree.
- Solid engineering fundamentals with a basic understanding of design and metrology. Data-driven with ability to solve complex and novel technical problems.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to work in a team-based environment.
- Ability to travel up to 20% to support engineering build activities and design development.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- 3+ years experience developing new products, utilizing statistical software (JMP preferred) for data analysis.
- MS or PhD in Mechanical Engineering, Physics, Materials Science or similar degree.
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, including overseeing third-party vendors.
- Introductory knowledge of packaging materials, manufacturing processes, and evaluation testing standards such as ASTM, TAPPI, and ISTA.
COMPENSATION
- Base pay range for this role is between $129,300 and $225,300, and your base pay will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.
Apple employees also have the opportunity to become an Apple shareholder through participation in Apple’s discretionary employee stock programs. Apple employees are eligible for discretionary restricted stock unit awards, and can purchase Apple stock at a discount if voluntarily participating in Apple’s Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You’ll also receive benefits including: Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits, a range of discounted products and free services, and for formal education related to advancing your career at Apple, reimbursement for certain educational expenses — including tuition. Additionally, this role might be eligible for discretionary bonuses or commission payments as well as relocation.
Note: Apple benefit, compensation and employee stock programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms of the applicable plan or program.
Apple is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We seek to promote equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.
Apple believes accessibility is a fundamental human right. You’ll find that idea reflected in everything here — in our culture, our benefits and our digital tools. By welcoming as many perspectives as possible, we help you build a career where you feel like you belong.
Apple accepts applications to this posting on an ongoing basis.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as a Product Test Engineer
Align your credentials to EB-2 or EB-3
Pull your transcripts and employment records before applying anywhere. EB-2 requires an advanced degree or a bachelor's plus five years of progressive engineering experience. EB-3 covers a bachelor's degree alone or two years of skilled-worker experience in test engineering.
Search employers using Migrate Mate
Filter for Product Test Engineer roles at employers with verified green card sponsorship history on Migrate Mate. Targeting companies that have already completed PERM filings for similar roles cuts the uncertainty out of your outreach before you apply.
Verify your O*NET occupational match early
PERM requires the job duties to match a defined occupation. Cross-check the role description against the O*NET profile for Product Test Engineers before accepting any offer, so the employer's PERM filing accurately reflects your actual duties and avoids a DOL audit.
Ask about prevailing wage tier during interviews
Your employer must pay at or above the DOL prevailing wage for your location and role. Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up the Level I through Level IV wage for Product Test Engineer in the job's metro area before you negotiate your offer.
Confirm the employer's PERM recruitment timeline
PERM requires the employer to run a mandatory recruitment test, including job postings and good-faith recruitment steps, before filing with DOL. Ask during the offer stage whether the employer has completed recruitment or is starting fresh, since this affects your overall green card timeline.
Preserve your priority date if you change jobs
Once your original employer's I-140 is approved, your priority date is portable to a new employer's I-140. AC21 job portability also protects you if your I-485 has been pending 180 days or more and the new Product Test Engineer role is in a same or similar occupation.
Green Card Product Test Engineer: Frequently Asked Questions
How is green card sponsorship for a Product Test Engineer different from H-1B sponsorship?
Green card sponsorship leads to lawful permanent residence, not a temporary work status. For Product Test Engineers, the process starts with PERM labor certification filed with the Department of Labor, which requires a prevailing wage determination and a formal recruitment test. H-1B visa uses a Labor Condition Application and has an annual lottery. Green card sponsorship has no lottery but does have per-country numerical limits that can create priority-date backlogs, especially for nationals of India and China.
What PERM steps does my employer have to complete before filing for my green card?
Your employer must first obtain a prevailing wage determination from DOL, then conduct a mandatory recruitment campaign that includes specific job postings and documented good-faith efforts to find a qualified U.S. worker. Only after completing recruitment and showing no qualified U.S. applicants were displaced can the employer submit the PERM application to DOL for review.
How do I find Product Test Engineer employers that actually sponsor green cards?
Search Migrate Mate for Product Test Engineer roles at employers with verified green card sponsorship history. Targeting companies that have already filed PERM or I-140 petitions for similar engineering roles is more efficient than cold-applying and asking about sponsorship after the fact, since not all engineering employers are willing or equipped to manage the PERM process.
Does my degree need to be in a specific engineering field for EB-2 or EB-3 classification?
For EB-2, you need an advanced degree, or a bachelor's degree plus five years of progressive experience in a field directly related to the Product Test Engineer role. For EB-3, a bachelor's degree in an applicable engineering or technical discipline typically qualifies you as a professional. If your degree is in a different field, your documented work experience becomes critical for establishing eligibility with USCIS.
Can I switch employers while my green card application is pending?
Yes, under two distinct rules. If your I-485 adjustment of status application has been pending for 180 days or more, AC21 job portability lets you move to a new employer in the same or similar occupation without losing your place in line. Separately, once your original employer's I-140 is approved, a new employer can file a new I-140 and you can retain your original priority date, which matters most if you're subject to a per-country backlog.