H-1B Visa Electrical Project Manager Jobs
Electrical Project Managers qualify for H-1B visa sponsorship because the role meets the specialty occupation standard: it typically requires a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or a related field. Employers in construction, utilities, and engineering services regularly file LCAs for this title, making it a realistic target for sponsored candidates.
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Who We Are
Applied Materials is a global leader in materials engineering solutions used to produce virtually every new chip and advanced display in the world. We design, build and service cutting-edge equipment that helps our customers manufacture display and semiconductor chips – the brains of devices we use every day. As the foundation of the global electronics industry, Applied enables the exciting technologies that literally connect our world – like AI and IoT. If you want to push the boundaries of materials science and engineering to create next generation technology, join us to deliver material innovation that changes the world.
What We Offer
Salary:
$60,000.00 - $82,500.00
Location:
Austin, TX
You’ll benefit from a supportive work culture that encourages you to learn, develop, and grow your career as you take on challenges and drive innovative solutions for our customers. We empower our team to push the boundaries of what is possible—while learning every day in a supportive leading global company.
At Applied Materials, we care about the health and wellbeing of our employees. We’re committed to providing programs and support that encourage personal and professional growth and care for you at work, at home, or wherever you may go.
Key Responsibilities
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Supervises employees involved in a variety of production and/or operation functions such as assembly, inspection, test, and/or final test which is related to the manufacturing of the company's capital equipment and systems (electronic, mechanical, electro-mechanical, and/or components, subassemblies and subsystems).
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Sets up daily team priorities, develops work schedules and assigns tasks. Responsible for developing and executing action plans and utilizing Shift Handoffs and designated operations reviews.
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Organize and facilitate work team meetings (examples: pre-shift, safety, etc.). Participates in development and tracking of organization performance metrics. Responsible for meeting or improving cycle time performance and other metrics.
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Coordinates efforts of service and/or customer groups to solicit resources tools, supplies, materials or services to meet production schedules.
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Responsible for eliminating safety incidents, improving equipment efficiency, and developing leadership capability and morale on a production line.
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Assists in training and career development; manages the performance management process. Manages the employee selection, hiring, reward and discipline processes.
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May participate in the development of the budget to include forecasting manpower requirements and overhead expenditures.
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Identifies process and quality changes designed to improve manufacturing or department capabilities. Drives Lean, Safety and Quality. Takes corrective action.
Other Requirements: This position may require standing for extended periods of time, walking, working in tight spaces, bending, squatting, twisting, kneeling, reaching, lifting, the ability to distinguish between colors, the ability to work in an environment with noise that may be difficult for some individuals with sensitivity to noise, and the use of hand and power tools.
Additionally, because this position also may involve working in a clean room, the use of appropriate Personal Protective Equipment such as coveralls, hoods, booties, safety glasses, gloves, respirators, chemical aprons, and face shields may be required.
Functional Knowledge
- Demonstrates understanding and application of guidelines, procedures and processes in own job family
Business Expertise
- Applies understanding of how own team is impacted by upstream work of other teams
Leadership
- Supervises day-to-day work and participates in the coaching and development of employees
Problem Solving
- Uses judgment based on practice and precedent to resolve issues related to production schedules and daily priorities
Impact
- Impacts the quality and timeliness of team’s results and its contribution to team or department goals
Interpersonal Skills
- Uses tact and diplomacy to exchange information and handle sensitive issues
Position requires understanding of Applied Materials global Standards of Business Conduct and compliance with these standards at all times. This includes demonstrating the highest level of ethical conduct reflecting Applied Materials' core values.
Additional Information
Time Type:
Full time
Employee Type:
Assignee / Regular
Travel:
Yes, 10% of the Time
Relocation Eligible:
Yes
The salary offered to a selected candidate will be based on multiple factors including location, hire grade, job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and with consideration of internal equity of our current team members. In addition to a comprehensive benefits package, candidates may be eligible for other forms of compensation such as participation in a bonus and a stock award program, as applicable.
For all sales roles, the posted salary range is the Target Total Cash (TTC) range for the role, which is the sum of base salary and target bonus amount at 100% goal achievement.
Applied Materials is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law.
In addition, Applied endeavors to make our careers site accessible to all users. If you would like to contact us regarding accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact us via e-mail at Accommodations_Program@amat.com, or by calling our HR Direct Help Line at 877-612-7547, option 1, and following the prompts to speak to an HR Advisor. This contact is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as an Electrical Project Manager
Verify your degree supports specialty occupation
USCIS requires your degree to directly relate to the duties of an Electrical Project Manager. An electrical engineering degree is the clearest fit. A general management or unrelated degree can trigger an RFE, so confirm the connection before applying.
Target employers with active LCA filing history
Use Migrate Mate to filter Electrical Project Manager roles by employers who have filed Labor Condition Applications for this title. That filing history confirms the employer has already navigated H-1B sponsorship for comparable positions.
Check prevailing wage levels before negotiating offers
Run your target job title and location through the OFLC Wage Search before salary discussions. Your employer's LCA must certify a wage at or above the applicable DOL prevailing wage level, and knowing that floor protects you during offer negotiations.
Prioritize employers enrolled in E-Verify
E-Verify enrollment is a practical signal that an employer has infrastructure for employment authorization compliance. For H-1B candidates, it often means a smoother onboarding process and an HR team already familiar with I-9 and status verification requirements.
Clarify who bears H-1B filing fees upfront
USCIS rules prohibit employers from passing certain mandatory H-1B filing fees to the employee. Raise this in the offer stage, not after acceptance. Engineering and construction firms vary widely on whether they cover premium processing, so ask directly.
Use your O*NET profile to document specialty occupation
The O*NET profile for Electrical Project Manager roles lists the typical education requirements and specialized knowledge domains. Your attorney or employer can cite this in the H-1B petition to establish that the position genuinely requires a bachelor's degree in a specific technical field.
H-1B Visa Electrical Project Manager: Frequently Asked Questions
Does an Electrical Project Manager role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
Yes, in most cases. USCIS evaluates whether the position normally requires at least a bachelor's degree in a specific field. Electrical Project Manager roles at engineering firms, utilities, and construction companies typically cite electrical engineering or a closely related discipline as the minimum qualification, which satisfies the specialty occupation standard. Roles at general contractors that accept any degree are harder to support.
Which industries hire Electrical Project Managers on H-1B sponsorship most often?
Engineering and design firms, electric utilities, large general contractors, and industrial manufacturing companies account for most H-1B LCA filings for this title. Federal contractors and data center developers have also increased filings as infrastructure investment has grown. You can browse employers with verified LCA filing history for this role on Migrate Mate.
How does the H-1B lottery affect my timeline as an Electrical Project Manager candidate?
If your target employer is cap-subject, your petition enters the annual lottery with registration in March and a start date no earlier than October 1. Cap-exempt employers, including certain nonprofits and universities, can file outside the lottery at any time. Confirming your employer's cap status early helps you plan your job search timeline around the April-through-October cycle.
Can I transfer my H-1B to a new Electrical Project Manager role without losing my place in the queue?
Yes. Under H-1B portability rules, you can start working for a new employer as soon as they file a transfer petition, as long as your previous status was lawful and the new role is in the same or a related specialty occupation. Electrical Project Manager roles at different employers generally satisfy the same-occupation requirement, but confirm this with your attorney if the industry changes significantly.
What documents should I prepare before approaching an employer about H-1B sponsorship?
Have your academic transcripts, degree certificates, and a credentials evaluation ready if your degree is from outside the U.S. Also prepare a detailed job description that maps your duties to your educational background, since your employer will need this for the LCA and I-129 petition. A professional license or PE certification, if applicable, strengthens the specialty occupation argument considerably.