H-1B Visa Chemical Process Engineer Jobs
Chemical Process Engineer roles qualify as H-1B visa 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 visa filing histories.
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Be part of a team that pushes boundaries, developing custom silicon solutions that power the future of Google's direct-to-consumer products. You'll contribute to the innovation behind products loved by millions worldwide. Your expertise will shape the next generation of hardware experiences, delivering unparalleled performance, efficiency, and integration.
Google's Raxium display group has established a revolutionary semiconductor materials display technology that enables new functionality in display products, bringing to users a closer and more natural linkage between the digital and physical realms in applications such as augmented reality (AR) and light-field display. With start-up roots and a state-of-the-art compound semiconductor fab in Silicon Valley, Raxium is seeking to build upon its engineering team with an aim to disrupt next-generation display markets.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Develop and sustain new processes associated with semiconductor wet chemical processing, including etch, strip and cleaning processes.
- Develop systems and methodologies to drive process stability and control for yield improvement.
- Optimize existing wet processing steps for throughput and defectivity reduction.
- Start up and qualify new toolsets with emphasis on process transparency and tool matching.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
- 4 years of experience with Wet Chemical Process Engineering in a production silicon or compound semiconductor environment.
- Experience with wet chemical tools, including spray etch tools, automated baths related to processes control and capability.
- Experience with wet chemical process characterization for defectivity, etch rate, and chemical analysis.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Master's degree or PhD in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Physics, or a related field (e.g., Optics, Sensors, Audio/DSP).
- 5 years of experience with wet chemical process engineering in a production silicon or compound semiconductor fabrication environment.
- Experience with metrology needed for controlling wet processes.
COMPENSATION
The US base salary range for this full-time position is $159,000-$231,000 + bonus + equity + benefits. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process.
Please note that the compensation details listed in US role postings reflect the base salary only, and do not include bonus, equity, or benefits. Learn more about benefits at Google.
Google is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. See also Google's EEO Policy and EEO is the Law. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know by completing our Accommodations for Applicants form.
INTRODUCTION
Be part of a team that pushes boundaries, developing custom silicon solutions that power the future of Google's direct-to-consumer products. You'll contribute to the innovation behind products loved by millions worldwide. Your expertise will shape the next generation of hardware experiences, delivering unparalleled performance, efficiency, and integration.
Google's Raxium display group has established a revolutionary semiconductor materials display technology that enables new functionality in display products, bringing to users a closer and more natural linkage between the digital and physical realms in applications such as augmented reality (AR) and light-field display. With start-up roots and a state-of-the-art compound semiconductor fab in Silicon Valley, Raxium is seeking to build upon its engineering team with an aim to disrupt next-generation display markets.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Develop and sustain new processes associated with semiconductor wet chemical processing, including etch, strip and cleaning processes.
- Develop systems and methodologies to drive process stability and control for yield improvement.
- Optimize existing wet processing steps for throughput and defectivity reduction.
- Start up and qualify new toolsets with emphasis on process transparency and tool matching.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
- 4 years of experience with Wet Chemical Process Engineering in a production silicon or compound semiconductor environment.
- Experience with wet chemical tools, including spray etch tools, automated baths related to processes control and capability.
- Experience with wet chemical process characterization for defectivity, etch rate, and chemical analysis.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Master's degree or PhD in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Physics, or a related field (e.g., Optics, Sensors, Audio/DSP).
- 5 years of experience with wet chemical process engineering in a production silicon or compound semiconductor fabrication environment.
- Experience with metrology needed for controlling wet processes.
COMPENSATION
The US base salary range for this full-time position is $159,000-$231,000 + bonus + equity + benefits. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process.
Please note that the compensation details listed in US role postings reflect the base salary only, and do not include bonus, equity, or benefits. Learn more about benefits at Google.
Google is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. See also Google's EEO Policy and EEO is the Law. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know by completing our Accommodations for Applicants form.
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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.
H-1B Visa Chemical Process Engineer: 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.