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Chemical Process Engineer roles qualify as H-1B specialty occupations under USCIS standards, requiring at least a bachelor's degree in chemical engineering or a closely related field. Employers file the LCA with DOL before petitioning USCIS, and most large chemical, refining, and materials companies have active H-1B filing histories.
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The Advanced Manufacturing / Repair Technology Fluoride Ion Cleaning (FIC) Surface-Prep role is responsible for the execution of projects related to the cleaning and pre-joining prep of gas turbine superalloy components and supporting infrastructure business technology and productivity initiatives. This person will work directly with the various new make and services teams to drive development and industrialization of lean programs for parts fulfilment, contractual services productivity, as well as transactional services growth. The focus of this role is to develop, drive and industrialize process technology for Gas Turbine Technology with a continual focus on safety and lean principles and a heavy focus on Repair Value Stream specific initiatives. This role can affect short-term and long-term business goals.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Provide technical guidance to RVS and the global manufacturing centers for all FIC process aspects for standardized global processes, repair capability and productivity projects.
- Lead development and continuous improvement of FIC programs related to fulfillment, cost out, and New Product Introduction (NPI) for Gas Turbine Technology.
- Assure all processes meet required specifications, considering the quality and productivity aspects for this technology.
- Provide technical guidance and processing support for the repair shop locations for all analysis related to FIC process quality and evaluation.
- Support and coordinate with interfacing organizations such as manufacturing, sourcing, services, global engineering, manufacturing process engineering, design and systems engineering.
- Provide strong technical guidance and contribution to Lean process development and lean manufacturing execution.
- Communicate progress to all levels of the organization.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
- 4 year degree from an accredited university or college.
- At least 3 additional years of experience related to repair or cleaning/joining of high temperature metals and superalloys; preferably related to gas turbine or aviation technologies.
- Ability to travel globally (estimated 10 – 15% travel).
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Strong background with lean manufacturing principles.
- Familiarity with manufacturing processes requiring chemical processing of components.
- Additional experience in manufacture or component repair for industrial gas turbines preferred.
- Sound materials and manufacturing process background is preferred.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
GE Vernova offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Vernova is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
GE Vernova will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable).
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE PROVIDED: No
For candidates applying to a U.S. based position, the pay range for this position is between $98,400.00 and $164,000.00. The Company pays a geographic differential of 110%, 120% or 130% of salary in certain areas. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate’s experience, education, and skill set.
Bonus eligibility: discretionary annual bonus.
This posting is expected to remain open for at least seven days after it was posted on April 29, 2026.
Available benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to Health Coach from GE Vernova, a 24/7 nurse-based resource; and access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services. Retirement benefits include the GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan, a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions, as well as access to Fidelity resources and financial planning consultants. Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability benefits, life insurance, 12 paid holidays, and permissive time off.
GE Vernova Inc. or its affiliates (collectively or individually, “GE Vernova”) sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs. GE Vernova reserves the right to terminate, amend, suspend, replace, or modify its benefit plans and programs at any time and for any reason, in its sole discretion. No individual has a vested right to any benefit under a GE Vernova welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.
INTRODUCTION
The Advanced Manufacturing / Repair Technology Fluoride Ion Cleaning (FIC) Surface-Prep role is responsible for the execution of projects related to the cleaning and pre-joining prep of gas turbine superalloy components and supporting infrastructure business technology and productivity initiatives. This person will work directly with the various new make and services teams to drive development and industrialization of lean programs for parts fulfilment, contractual services productivity, as well as transactional services growth. The focus of this role is to develop, drive and industrialize process technology for Gas Turbine Technology with a continual focus on safety and lean principles and a heavy focus on Repair Value Stream specific initiatives. This role can affect short-term and long-term business goals.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Provide technical guidance to RVS and the global manufacturing centers for all FIC process aspects for standardized global processes, repair capability and productivity projects.
- Lead development and continuous improvement of FIC programs related to fulfillment, cost out, and New Product Introduction (NPI) for Gas Turbine Technology.
- Assure all processes meet required specifications, considering the quality and productivity aspects for this technology.
- Provide technical guidance and processing support for the repair shop locations for all analysis related to FIC process quality and evaluation.
- Support and coordinate with interfacing organizations such as manufacturing, sourcing, services, global engineering, manufacturing process engineering, design and systems engineering.
- Provide strong technical guidance and contribution to Lean process development and lean manufacturing execution.
- Communicate progress to all levels of the organization.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
- 4 year degree from an accredited university or college.
- At least 3 additional years of experience related to repair or cleaning/joining of high temperature metals and superalloys; preferably related to gas turbine or aviation technologies.
- Ability to travel globally (estimated 10 – 15% travel).
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Strong background with lean manufacturing principles.
- Familiarity with manufacturing processes requiring chemical processing of components.
- Additional experience in manufacture or component repair for industrial gas turbines preferred.
- Sound materials and manufacturing process background is preferred.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
GE Vernova offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Vernova is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
GE Vernova will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable).
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE PROVIDED: No
For candidates applying to a U.S. based position, the pay range for this position is between $98,400.00 and $164,000.00. The Company pays a geographic differential of 110%, 120% or 130% of salary in certain areas. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate’s experience, education, and skill set.
Bonus eligibility: discretionary annual bonus.
This posting is expected to remain open for at least seven days after it was posted on April 29, 2026.
Available benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to Health Coach from GE Vernova, a 24/7 nurse-based resource; and access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services. Retirement benefits include the GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan, a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions, as well as access to Fidelity resources and financial planning consultants. Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability benefits, life insurance, 12 paid holidays, and permissive time off.
GE Vernova Inc. or its affiliates (collectively or individually, “GE Vernova”) sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs. GE Vernova reserves the right to terminate, amend, suspend, replace, or modify its benefit plans and programs at any time and for any reason, in its sole discretion. No individual has a vested right to any benefit under a GE Vernova welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Chemical Process Engineer
Match your degree to the role
USCIS scrutinizes specialty occupation claims closely for process engineering roles. Your degree must be in chemical engineering, chemical technology, or a directly related field. A general engineering degree paired with a mismatched job description triggers RFEs.
Search LCA filings by occupation code
Use Migrate Mate to filter employers by H-1B LCA filing history for chemical process engineering roles. This surfaces companies that have actually sponsored the position before, not just those with general H-1B programs.
Target industries with consistent sponsorship volume
Petrochemical refining, specialty chemicals, pharmaceuticals, and semiconductor fabrication employers file LCAs for process engineers regularly. Prioritize companies with active production facilities over corporate headquarters, where engineering headcount is highest.
Verify prevailing wage before accepting an offer
Run your offered title and work location through the OFLC Wage Search before signing. Your employer must certify the offered wage meets or exceeds the DOL prevailing wage for your SOC code and geographic area or the LCA will be rejected.
Understand cap-exempt employer pathways
Positions at qualifying nonprofit research organizations or government research entities are cap-exempt, meaning no lottery. Some chemical engineers working on federally funded projects at national labs or university-affiliated research centers qualify and can skip the April registration window entirely.
Prepare a specialty occupation evidence package early
Compile your degree transcripts, PE license if applicable, and a role description that explicitly ties required duties to chemical engineering theory. Employers filing for process engineers in generalist-sounding titles benefit from a strong job duty memo attached to the I-129.
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Find Chemical Process Engineer JobsChemical Process Engineer H-1B Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Chemical Process Engineer role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes. Chemical Process Engineer positions qualify under the H-1B specialty occupation definition because the role normally requires at least a bachelor's degree in chemical engineering or a directly related field. USCIS evaluates the actual job duties, not just the title, so your employer's job description should reference engineering principles, process design, or reaction kinetics to support the petition.
Which employers sponsor H-1B visas for Chemical Process Engineers?
Employers in petrochemical refining, specialty chemicals, pharmaceutical manufacturing, and semiconductor fabrication file LCAs for process engineering roles most frequently. To find companies with verified H-1B filing history for this specific occupation, search Migrate Mate, which filters by DOL Labor Condition Application data so you can see which employers have actually sponsored the role before.
How does the DOL prevailing wage requirement affect Chemical Process Engineer offers?
Your employer must certify on the LCA that your offered wage meets or exceeds the DOL prevailing wage for your job title, SOC code, and work location. You can verify this independently using the OFLC Wage Search before accepting an offer. If your salary falls below the prevailing wage level, the LCA certification will be denied and the H-1B petition can't proceed.
Can a Chemical Process Engineer change employers while on H-1B?
Yes, through H-1B portability under AC21. Once your current H-1B petition has been approved and you've worked for the sponsoring employer, a new employer can file an H-1B transfer petition and you can start working for them as soon as that petition is received by USCIS. The new role must also qualify as a specialty occupation in chemical engineering.
Does a Professional Engineer license strengthen an H-1B petition for this role?
A PE license isn't required for H-1B approval, but it substantially strengthens the specialty occupation argument. USCIS looks for evidence that the role requires at least a bachelor's degree in a specific discipline. A PE license signals that the employer holds the position to a licensed engineering standard, which supports the specialty occupation classification and can reduce RFE risk.
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