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Shift Engineer jobs with green card sponsorship are available through the EB-2 and EB-3 employment-based categories, with most roles requiring PERM labor certification before the employer files an I-140 petition. Foreign professionals with engineering degrees or two or more years of industrial operations experience qualify for permanent sponsorship leading to lawful permanent residency.
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About AbbVie
AbbVie's mission is to discover and deliver innovative medicines and solutions that solve serious health issues today and address the medical challenges of tomorrow. We strive to have a remarkable impact on people's lives across several key therapeutic areas including immunology, oncology and neuroscience – and products and services in our Allergan Aesthetics portfolio.
Job Description
Associate Shift Technical Engineer (rotating shifts)
Location: North Chicago, IL
Job Type: Full-time
Salary Range: USD 58656 to USD 100500 / yearly
An engineering professional who serves as technical resource and applies engineering and scientific knowledge, mathematics, and ingenuity to support process troubleshooting and minimize production downtime during assigned shift.
Responsibilities
- Responsible for compliance with applicable regulations and standards for Quality; Environment, Health, and Safety (EH&S) Global Policies; AbbVie Engineering Standards; and other governance areas as applicable. Identifies areas of risk with respect to compliance. Assists in development and revision of procedures and manufacturing directions.
- Assist with projects in manufacturing process areas to achieve process efficiencies such as increase in process yield, quality improvements, cycle time/throughput, and cost reduction initiatives. Within structure, plans own work, manages several, often concurrent, tasks to accomplish assigned tasks to meet or exceed expectations.
- Plans and conducts small-sized assigned projects (continuous improvement, cost reduction, capacity increase, etc.) that lead to process remediation and improvement requiring conventional types of plans, investigations, and/or equipment. Implements plans; initiates execution of own work plan; monitors executions for adherence to plan, e.g. documents work status and reports to management with appropriate frequency. Coordinates with technical support personnel to conduct prototype or experimental runs of products or processes.
- Responsible for providing technical support in the resolution of technical and automation issues and executing assigned tasks as required by the operational area. Assists in the training of personnel required for the operation of facilities, processes, and equipment. Establishes contacts with supervisor, project leaders and other professionals in group.
- Investigates, gathers data, performs preliminary analysis, report findings, and prepares and communicates recommendations and respective action plans for process issues.
- Gather and analyze process data using statistical process control methodology. Support development of action plan to increase process robustness, prevent product loss, and control quality impact. Applies standard engineering principles and methodologies to interpret, draw conclusions and recommend solutions for problems considering a broad range of factors. Improves methods/designs/processes. Recognizes and implements innovations and cost reductions.
- Builds relationships, initiates and cultivates open, honest relationships with colleagues, customers, contractors, and vendors by establishing rapport, developing an understanding of others’ needs, promoting common goals, and following through on commitments.
- Conveys information effectively through verbal, written, and presentations to stakeholders and team members, both internal and external to AbbVie, using appropriate communication protocols. Identifies ways to increase customer (operator) satisfaction. Documents agreements and commitments and keeps direct customers informed throughout the project or initiative.
Notes:
4-week rotations; 6:45 AM-7:15 PM & 6:45 PM – 7:15 AM
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering or related discipline is desired or equivalent technical experience plus demonstrated competence.
- Entry level position, less than two years of experience is typical.
- Ability to quickly gain knowledge, understanding, or skill and willingly absorb and comprehend AbbVie processes, policies, and methods. Possess good human relation skills in both implementing and coordinating efforts involved across several disciplines.
- Interacts well with diverse groups within engineering and maintains strong working relationship with internal and external collaborators.
- Listens to and understands others’ points of view and articulates tactfully and respectfully one’s own perspective orally, in writing, and in presentations.
- Works well with other engineers in a collaborative, fast-paced goal-driven environment.
- Possesses interpersonal skills to negotiate and reconcile differences.
- Ability to recognize risks versus the relative gains associated with actions.
Key Stakeholders:
- Manufacturing, Quality, Engineering. Technical Operations, EH&S
- Engineering Management
- Operations Management
- EH&S Management
- R&D Management
Additional Information
Applicable only to applicants applying to a position in any location with pay disclosure requirements under state or local law:
- The compensation range described below is the range of possible base pay compensation that the Company believes in good faith it will pay for this role at the time of this posting based on the job grade for this position. Individual compensation paid within this range will depend on many factors including geographic location, and we may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range. This range may be modified in the future.
- We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off (vacation, holidays, sick), medical/dental/vision insurance and 401(k) to eligible employees.
- This job is eligible to participate in our short-term incentive programs.
Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, incentive, benefits, or any other form of compensation and benefits that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole and absolute discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company’s sole and absolute discretion, consistent with applicable law.
AbbVie is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to operating with integrity, driving innovation, transforming lives and serving our community. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.
US & Puerto Rico only - to learn more, visit https://www.abbvie.com/join-us/equal-employment-opportunity-employer.html
US & Puerto Rico applicants seeking a reasonable accommodation, click here to learn more:
https://www.abbvie.com/join-us/reasonable-accommodations.html
Company Description
About AbbVie
AbbVie's mission is to discover and deliver innovative medicines and solutions that solve serious health issues today and address the medical challenges of tomorrow. We strive to have a remarkable impact on people's lives across several key therapeutic areas including immunology, oncology and neuroscience – and products and services in our Allergan Aesthetics portfolio.
Job Description
Associate Shift Technical Engineer (rotating shifts)
Location: North Chicago, IL
Job Type: Full-time
Salary Range: USD 58656 to USD 100500 / yearly
An engineering professional who serves as technical resource and applies engineering and scientific knowledge, mathematics, and ingenuity to support process troubleshooting and minimize production downtime during assigned shift.
Responsibilities
- Responsible for compliance with applicable regulations and standards for Quality; Environment, Health, and Safety (EH&S) Global Policies; AbbVie Engineering Standards; and other governance areas as applicable. Identifies areas of risk with respect to compliance. Assists in development and revision of procedures and manufacturing directions.
- Assist with projects in manufacturing process areas to achieve process efficiencies such as increase in process yield, quality improvements, cycle time/throughput, and cost reduction initiatives. Within structure, plans own work, manages several, often concurrent, tasks to accomplish assigned tasks to meet or exceed expectations.
- Plans and conducts small-sized assigned projects (continuous improvement, cost reduction, capacity increase, etc.) that lead to process remediation and improvement requiring conventional types of plans, investigations, and/or equipment. Implements plans; initiates execution of own work plan; monitors executions for adherence to plan, e.g. documents work status and reports to management with appropriate frequency. Coordinates with technical support personnel to conduct prototype or experimental runs of products or processes.
- Responsible for providing technical support in the resolution of technical and automation issues and executing assigned tasks as required by the operational area. Assists in the training of personnel required for the operation of facilities, processes, and equipment. Establishes contacts with supervisor, project leaders and other professionals in group.
- Investigates, gathers data, performs preliminary analysis, report findings, and prepares and communicates recommendations and respective action plans for process issues.
- Gather and analyze process data using statistical process control methodology. Support development of action plan to increase process robustness, prevent product loss, and control quality impact. Applies standard engineering principles and methodologies to interpret, draw conclusions and recommend solutions for problems considering a broad range of factors. Improves methods/designs/processes. Recognizes and implements innovations and cost reductions.
- Builds relationships, initiates and cultivates open, honest relationships with colleagues, customers, contractors, and vendors by establishing rapport, developing an understanding of others’ needs, promoting common goals, and following through on commitments.
- Conveys information effectively through verbal, written, and presentations to stakeholders and team members, both internal and external to AbbVie, using appropriate communication protocols. Identifies ways to increase customer (operator) satisfaction. Documents agreements and commitments and keeps direct customers informed throughout the project or initiative.
Notes:
4-week rotations; 6:45 AM-7:15 PM & 6:45 PM – 7:15 AM
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering or related discipline is desired or equivalent technical experience plus demonstrated competence.
- Entry level position, less than two years of experience is typical.
- Ability to quickly gain knowledge, understanding, or skill and willingly absorb and comprehend AbbVie processes, policies, and methods. Possess good human relation skills in both implementing and coordinating efforts involved across several disciplines.
- Interacts well with diverse groups within engineering and maintains strong working relationship with internal and external collaborators.
- Listens to and understands others’ points of view and articulates tactfully and respectfully one’s own perspective orally, in writing, and in presentations.
- Works well with other engineers in a collaborative, fast-paced goal-driven environment.
- Possesses interpersonal skills to negotiate and reconcile differences.
- Ability to recognize risks versus the relative gains associated with actions.
Key Stakeholders:
- Manufacturing, Quality, Engineering. Technical Operations, EH&S
- Engineering Management
- Operations Management
- EH&S Management
- R&D Management
Additional Information
Applicable only to applicants applying to a position in any location with pay disclosure requirements under state or local law:
- The compensation range described below is the range of possible base pay compensation that the Company believes in good faith it will pay for this role at the time of this posting based on the job grade for this position. Individual compensation paid within this range will depend on many factors including geographic location, and we may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range. This range may be modified in the future.
- We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off (vacation, holidays, sick), medical/dental/vision insurance and 401(k) to eligible employees.
- This job is eligible to participate in our short-term incentive programs.
Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, incentive, benefits, or any other form of compensation and benefits that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole and absolute discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company’s sole and absolute discretion, consistent with applicable law.
AbbVie is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to operating with integrity, driving innovation, transforming lives and serving our community. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.
US & Puerto Rico only - to learn more, visit https://www.abbvie.com/join-us/equal-employment-opportunity-employer.html
US & Puerto Rico applicants seeking a reasonable accommodation, click here to learn more:
https://www.abbvie.com/join-us/reasonable-accommodations.html
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as a Shift Engineer
Align your credentials to PERM requirements
PERM requires your education and experience to match the job description exactly. Get foreign engineering transcripts evaluated by a NACES-recognized credential assessment service before your employer submits the prevailing wage determination to DOL.
Verify prevailing wage before accepting an offer
Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up the prevailing wage for Shift Engineer roles in your target metro area. If the offered salary falls below the DOL-certified level, your employer's PERM application will be rejected regardless of your qualifications.
Search Migrate Mate for verified sponsoring employers
Target employers with a documented history of employment-based green card filings in your occupation code. Migrate Mate lists U.S. employers with verified PERM and I-140 filing history, so you can focus outreach on companies already set up to sponsor Shift Engineers.
Ask employers about their PERM recruitment timeline
PERM requires employers to run a full recruitment test, including job postings, before filing. Ask prospective employers whether they have an established immigration process or are filing for the first time, since first-time filers often underestimate the six-to-twelve-month preparation window.
Understand your EB-2 versus EB-3 category eligibility
If your Shift Engineer role requires a bachelor's degree plus five or more years of progressive experience, your employer may file under EB-2, which can carry priority date advantages for some nationalities compared to EB-3 skilled worker filings.
File concurrently if your priority date is current
Once your employer's I-140 is approved, check the USCIS Visa Bulletin to see if your priority date is current. If it is, you can file your I-485 adjustment of status immediately rather than waiting, which starts your path to work authorization independent of your employer.
Green Card Shift Engineer: Frequently Asked Questions
What green card categories cover Shift Engineer roles?
Most Shift Engineer positions qualify under EB-3 skilled worker, which requires at least two years of experience or a relevant bachelor's degree. If the role requires an advanced degree or the employer can demonstrate you have a bachelor's degree plus five years of progressive experience, EB-2 may apply. Your employer determines the category when filing for PERM labor certification with DOL.
How does green card sponsorship differ from H-1B sponsorship for Shift Engineers?
H-1B visa is a temporary nonimmigrant status requiring renewal every few years, while green card sponsorship leads to lawful permanent residency with no renewal requirement. The PERM process requires your employer to conduct a formal DOL-supervised recruitment test and obtain a prevailing wage determination before filing an I-140 petition with USCIS. Per-country backlogs mean nationals of high-demand countries may wait years before an immigrant visa number becomes available.
How do I find employers willing to sponsor a green card for Shift Engineers?
Migrate Mate shows U.S. employers with verified employment-based green card filing history in engineering and operations roles, so you can target companies already familiar with the PERM and I-140 process. Focusing on employers with prior filings in your occupation significantly reduces the risk of delays caused by first-time filers unfamiliar with DOL recruitment requirements.
Can I change employers after my Shift Engineer PERM is filed?
Once your I-485 has been pending for 180 days or more and your original I-140 was approved, AC21 portability allows you to move to a new employer in the same or similar occupation without losing your priority date. If you change jobs before that threshold, your PERM and I-140 generally cannot transfer, and the new employer must restart the process.
What experience documentation do I need for a Shift Engineer PERM case?
DOL requires objective evidence that you meet the job's minimum requirements before the employer files. For EB-3 skilled worker cases, gather letters from prior employers on company letterhead specifying your job title, duties, dates of employment, and hours per week. For EB-2 cases citing progressive experience in lieu of an advanced degree, the letters must demonstrate increasing levels of responsibility across at least five years.