H-1B Visa Assistant Engineering Manager Jobs
H-1B visa jobs for Assistant Engineering Managers sit squarely in specialty occupation territory: the role requires at least a bachelor's degree in engineering or a closely related field, and sponsoring employers file a certified LCA with DOL before petitioning USCIS. H-1B status is granted for up to three years, extendable to six.
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JOB SUMMARY
How will you make an impact?
As the Assistant Test Engineering Manager, you will provide optimum test solutions and strategies through the effective management of people, systems, procedures and equipment. Drive innovation and continuous improvement within Test Engineering by harnessing new technologies in the areas of systems, equipment, and processes. Provide exceptional support to customers, team members, and shareholders.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
LEADERSHIP AND MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITIES
Recruitment and Retention:
- Recruit, interview and hire Assistant Test Engineering Managers.
- Communicate criteria to recruiters for Test Engineer and Test Management position candidates.
- Coach Test Engineering Managers in the interviewing/hiring process.
- Monitor team member turnover; identify key factors that can be improved; make improvements.
Employee and Team Development:
- Identify individual and team strengths and development needs on an ongoing basis.
- Create and/or validate training curriculum in area of responsibility.
- Coach and mentor Test Engineering staff to deliver excellence to every internal and external customer.
- Create and manage succession plans for Test Engineering and Test Management functions.
Performance Management:
- Establish clear measurable goals and objectives by which to determine individual and team results (i.e. operational metrics, results against project timelines, training documentation, attendance records, knowledge of operational roles and responsibilities, personal development goals).
- Solicit ongoing feedback from Workcell Manager (WCM), Business Unit Manager (BUM), peers and team member on team member’s contribution to the Workcell team. Provide ongoing coaching and counseling to team member based on feedback.
- Express pride in staff and encourage them to feel good about their accomplishments.
- Perform team member evaluations professionally and on time.
- Drive individuals and the team to continuously improve in key operational metrics and the achievement of the organizational goals.
- Coordinate activities of large teams and keep them focused in times of crises.
- Ensure recognition and rewards are managed fairly and consistently in area of responsibility.
Communication:
- Provide communication forum for the exchange of ideas and information with the department.
- Organize verbal and written ideas clearly and use an appropriate business style.
- Ask questions; encourage input from team members.
- Assess communication style of individual team members and adapt own communication style accordingly.
FUNCTIONAL MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITIES
Business Strategy and Direction:
- Know and understand the campus strategic directions.
- Define, develop and implement Test Engineering strategies which contribute to the campus strategic directions.
- Develop an understanding of the Workcell business strategy as it pertains to Test Engineering.
- Provide regular updates to BUM, WCM, and Operations Manager on the execution of the strategy.
Cost Management:
- Identify creative ways to reduce cost by streamlining processes and systems (i.e. modification of responsibilities or consolidation of tasks, elimination of non-value-added processes, or complete re-engineering of processes and systems).
- Utilize tools to monitor departmental cost and cost trends, striving continuously to improve value.
- Provide feedback to peers (BUMs, WCMs, Functional Managers (FMs) on cost and cost trends.
Forecast Development and Accuracy:
- Prepare timely forecasts for the department.
- Compare forward forecast results to historical actual results for trend assessment and analysis.
TECHNICAL MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITIES
- Identify creative ways to reduce cost by streamlining processes and systems (i.e. modification of responsibilities or consolidation of tasks, elimination of non-value-added processes, or complete re-engineering of processes and systems).
- Drive continuous improvement through trend reporting analysis and metrics management.
- Assess the adequacy of data gathering methods utilized by the Workcells.
- Assure that procedures and work instructions are efficient and not redundant.
- Offer new ideas and suggestions for improvement. Identify and implement new practices and processes.
- Demonstrate a commitment to customer service; anticipate, meet, and exceed expectations by solving problems quickly and effectively; making customer issues a priority.
- Lead by example.
- Rehabilitate troubled Workcells or to help during product launch. Foster a “back to basics” mentality during these times.
- Establish new measurement systems if/where possible.
- Exchange knowledge and information with other Jabil facilities to ensure best practices are shared throughout the Jabil organization.
- Ensure 100% adherence to all company policies and procedures (i.e. Health and Safety, Quality).
- Ensure all sensitive and confidential information is handled appropriately.
- Evaluate customer test strategies and recommend appropriate test solutions to support customer requests.
- Drive the development of specialized test equipment and software.
- Manage the procurement of test equipment.
- Adhere to all safety and health rules and regulations associated with this position and as directed by supervisor.
- Comply and follow all procedures within the company security policy.
- May perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
JOB QUALIFICATIONS
KNOWLEDGE REQUIREMENTS
- Ability to read, analyze, interpret and communicate regarding common scientific and/or technical journals, financial reports, and legal documents.
- Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community.
- Ability to effectively present information to top management, public groups, and/or boards of directors. Advanced PC skills, including training and knowledge of Jabil’s software packages.
- Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume.
- Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.
- Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
- Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
- Proficiency in use of personal computers, Microsoft Office products (Excel, Word and PowerPoint) and e-mail skills required.
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering preferred.
- Minimum of 7 years work-related experience, minimum of 5 years management experience required.
- Or a combination of education, experience and/or training.
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Align your credentials to SOC codes
Assistant Engineering Manager roles map to specific SOC codes that determine your prevailing wage tier. Pull the O*NET occupation profile for your discipline before applying so your resume reflects the degree-level duties USCIS expects to see in a specialty occupation petition.
Target employers with multi-site LCA history
If the role involves managing engineers across multiple offices, confirm that each worksite has its own certified LCA. Use Migrate Mate to identify employers with verified H-1B visa LCA filing history by role and city before you apply.
Verify prevailing wage before negotiating offers
Your employer must pay at least the DOL prevailing wage for your SOC code and worksite location. Run the OFLC Wage Search for your metro area before salary conversations so you know the floor and can negotiate from an informed position.
Request premium processing for manager-level petitions
Engineering manager petitions occasionally receive Requests for Evidence around specialty occupation. Asking your employer to file with premium processing gives USCIS a 15-business-day adjudication window, reducing the gap between your offer acceptance and your authorized start date.
Document supervisory duties separately from technical work
USCIS scrutinizes whether a management role truly requires a specialized degree. Your offer letter and supporting evidence should distinguish your engineering judgment duties from general supervisory tasks, showing that the technical complexity of the work drives the degree requirement.
Track H-1B cap selection rules before your first lottery cycle
The H-1B cap selection rules have changed recently, and the mechanics differ from what most guides describe. Review current USCIS guidance before your registration window so your employer files your registration correctly the first time.
H-1B Visa Assistant Engineering Manager: Frequently Asked Questions
Does an Assistant Engineering Manager role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes, Assistant Engineering Manager roles typically qualify as specialty occupations because they require applying engineering theory and principles that can only be acquired through at least a bachelor's degree in engineering or a directly related field. The role involves technical judgment, design oversight, and standards compliance that go beyond general management, which satisfies USCIS's degree-level nexus requirement.
What does an H-1B employer need to file before I can start work?
Your employer must first obtain a certified Labor Condition Application from DOL for the specific worksite where you'll work. Each separate office location requires its own certified LCA. After LCA certification, your employer files the I-129 petition with USCIS. You can't begin H-1B employment until USCIS approves the petition, unless you're using cap-gap protection.
How do I find employers actively sponsoring H-1B visas for engineering manager roles?
Migrate Mate lists employers with verified H-1B LCA filing history, searchable by role and location, so you can focus your applications on companies with a demonstrated track record of sponsoring engineering positions. This saves time compared to applying broadly and discovering sponsorship availability only after reaching the offer stage.
Can my H-1B transfer to a new employer if I change companies?
Yes. H-1B portability under AC21 lets you start working for a new employer once they file an H-1B transfer petition on your behalf, without waiting for approval, as long as your previous H-1B was approved and you've maintained lawful status. Your new employer must file a fresh LCA for your new worksite and petition USCIS before or on your start date.
What happens to my H-1B status if my engineering manager position is eliminated?
If your position is eliminated or you resign, you have a 60-day grace period to find a new sponsoring employer, change to another authorized status, or depart the country. During this window a new employer can file an H-1B transfer petition. Acting quickly matters because the 60 days runs from your last day of employment, not from when you notify USCIS.