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Lab Technician roles qualify for H-1B visa sponsorship when the position requires a bachelor's degree in a specific scientific field, such as biochemistry, microbiology, or clinical laboratory science. Employers in pharmaceutical, biotech, and hospital research settings regularly file LCAs for these roles. Use Migrate Mate to find employers with active H-1B visa filing history for Lab Technician positions.
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Our vision is to transform how the world uses information to enrich life for all.
Micron Technology is a world leader in innovating memory and storage solutions that accelerate the transformation of information into intelligence, inspiring the world to learn, communicate and advance faster than ever.
Job Summary:
As a Product Yield Enhancement (PYE) Lab Technician, you will play a critical role in supporting product yield improvement and failure analysis activities within Micron's Characterization Lab. You will operate advanced semiconductor test equipment, investigate product-related issues, perform data analysis, and collaborate with engineering and manufacturing teams to drive product quality and reliability improvements. This role offers the opportunity to work with modern memory technologies while contributing to operational excellence, technical innovation, and ongoing ground breaking efforts.
Responsibilities:
- Investigate product lots and devices to support Product Yield Enhancement (PYE) failure analysis and characterization requests.
- Complete semiconductor test flows using approved procedures, engineering tools, and laboratory equipment.
- Operate, monitor, and maintain characterization and burn-in equipment, including Single Board Testers (SBT), pretest stations, and burn-in systems.
- Apply Linux-based systems, scripts, and engineering applications for gathering data, solving issues, and supporting product analysis.
- Analyze test results and verify process outcomes using failure analysis and yield-monitoring tools.
- Partner with Product Engineers, Characterization Engineers, Manufacturing teams, and Technical Support groups to resolve product and process issues.
- Document activities, track product disposition, maintain accurate records, and communicate findings to collaborators.
- Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on laboratory efficiency, equipment utilization, product quality, and safety.
Minimum Qualifications:
- High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent experience.
- Experience working in a technical, manufacturing, laboratory, semiconductor, military, or engineering environment.
- Ability to interpret procedures, follow detailed work instructions, and resolve technical issues.
- Experience using computer systems and software applications to collect, analyze, and communicate information.
- Ability to work a compressed workweek schedule, including 12-hour shifts, weekends, holidays, overtime, and shift changes as required.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Associate degree or equivalent experience in Electronics Technology, Engineering Technology, Semiconductor Manufacturing, Computer Technology, or a related technical field.
- 2+ years of semiconductor manufacturing, laboratory operations, characterization, product engineering, or equipment support experience.
- Experience working with Linux operating systems, command-line tools, or scripting environments.
- Knowledge of semiconductor testing, burn-in processes, failure analysis, or yield enhancement methodologies.
- Experience using data analysis, automation, digital tools, or AI-enabled solutions to improve operational efficiency and decision-making.
As a world leader in the semiconductor industry, Micron is dedicated to your personal wellbeing and professional growth. Micron benefits are designed to help you stay well, provide peace of mind and help you prepare for the future. We offer a choice of medical, dental and vision plans in all locations enabling team members to select the plans that best meet their family healthcare needs and budget. Micron also provides benefit programs that help protect your income if you are unable to work due to illness or injury, and paid family leave. Additionally, Micron benefits include a robust paid time-off program and paid holidays. For additional information regarding the Benefit programs available, please see the Benefits Guide posted on micron.com/careers/benefits.
Micron is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, citizenship status, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.
To learn more about Micron, please visit micron.com/careers
For US Sites Only: To request assistance with the application process and/or for reasonable accommodations, please contact Micron’s People Organization at hrsupport_na@micron.com or 1-800-336-8918 (select option #3)
Micron Prohibits the use of child labor and complies with all applicable laws, rules, regulations, and other international and industry labor standards.
Micron does not charge candidates any recruitment fees or unlawfully collect any other payment from candidates as consideration for their employment with Micron.
AI alert: Candidates are encouraged to use AI tools to enhance their resume and/or application materials. However, all information provided must be accurate and reflect the candidate's true skills and experiences. Misuse of AI to fabricate or misrepresent qualifications will result in immediate disqualification.
Fraud alert: Micron advises job seekers to be cautious of unsolicited job offers and to verify the authenticity of any communication claiming to be from Micron by checking the official Micron careers website in the About Micron Technology, Inc.
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Strong communities and education are vital to the success of both society and innovative companies. Every Micron site understands the complex needs of their local community. Whether it’s through strategic giving, sponsorships or deploying team member volunteers, we are making a difference.
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Micron is committed to sustainable practices and supporting our global community. We are building and maintaining sustainable operations, products, and communities while focusing on opportunities and risks that are most important to our business success and stakeholders.
Job ID
JR109993
Our vision is to transform how the world uses information to enrich life for all.
Micron Technology is a world leader in innovating memory and storage solutions that accelerate the transformation of information into intelligence, inspiring the world to learn, communicate and advance faster than ever.
Job Summary:
As a Product Yield Enhancement (PYE) Lab Technician, you will play a critical role in supporting product yield improvement and failure analysis activities within Micron's Characterization Lab. You will operate advanced semiconductor test equipment, investigate product-related issues, perform data analysis, and collaborate with engineering and manufacturing teams to drive product quality and reliability improvements. This role offers the opportunity to work with modern memory technologies while contributing to operational excellence, technical innovation, and ongoing ground breaking efforts.
Responsibilities:
- Investigate product lots and devices to support Product Yield Enhancement (PYE) failure analysis and characterization requests.
- Complete semiconductor test flows using approved procedures, engineering tools, and laboratory equipment.
- Operate, monitor, and maintain characterization and burn-in equipment, including Single Board Testers (SBT), pretest stations, and burn-in systems.
- Apply Linux-based systems, scripts, and engineering applications for gathering data, solving issues, and supporting product analysis.
- Analyze test results and verify process outcomes using failure analysis and yield-monitoring tools.
- Partner with Product Engineers, Characterization Engineers, Manufacturing teams, and Technical Support groups to resolve product and process issues.
- Document activities, track product disposition, maintain accurate records, and communicate findings to collaborators.
- Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on laboratory efficiency, equipment utilization, product quality, and safety.
Minimum Qualifications:
- High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent experience.
- Experience working in a technical, manufacturing, laboratory, semiconductor, military, or engineering environment.
- Ability to interpret procedures, follow detailed work instructions, and resolve technical issues.
- Experience using computer systems and software applications to collect, analyze, and communicate information.
- Ability to work a compressed workweek schedule, including 12-hour shifts, weekends, holidays, overtime, and shift changes as required.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Associate degree or equivalent experience in Electronics Technology, Engineering Technology, Semiconductor Manufacturing, Computer Technology, or a related technical field.
- 2+ years of semiconductor manufacturing, laboratory operations, characterization, product engineering, or equipment support experience.
- Experience working with Linux operating systems, command-line tools, or scripting environments.
- Knowledge of semiconductor testing, burn-in processes, failure analysis, or yield enhancement methodologies.
- Experience using data analysis, automation, digital tools, or AI-enabled solutions to improve operational efficiency and decision-making.
As a world leader in the semiconductor industry, Micron is dedicated to your personal wellbeing and professional growth. Micron benefits are designed to help you stay well, provide peace of mind and help you prepare for the future. We offer a choice of medical, dental and vision plans in all locations enabling team members to select the plans that best meet their family healthcare needs and budget. Micron also provides benefit programs that help protect your income if you are unable to work due to illness or injury, and paid family leave. Additionally, Micron benefits include a robust paid time-off program and paid holidays. For additional information regarding the Benefit programs available, please see the Benefits Guide posted on micron.com/careers/benefits.
Micron is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, citizenship status, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.
To learn more about Micron, please visit micron.com/careers
For US Sites Only: To request assistance with the application process and/or for reasonable accommodations, please contact Micron’s People Organization at hrsupport_na@micron.com or 1-800-336-8918 (select option #3)
Micron Prohibits the use of child labor and complies with all applicable laws, rules, regulations, and other international and industry labor standards.
Micron does not charge candidates any recruitment fees or unlawfully collect any other payment from candidates as consideration for their employment with Micron.
AI alert: Candidates are encouraged to use AI tools to enhance their resume and/or application materials. However, all information provided must be accurate and reflect the candidate's true skills and experiences. Misuse of AI to fabricate or misrepresent qualifications will result in immediate disqualification.
Fraud alert: Micron advises job seekers to be cautious of unsolicited job offers and to verify the authenticity of any communication claiming to be from Micron by checking the official Micron careers website in the About Micron Technology, Inc.
Micron Foundation
Strong communities and education are vital to the success of both society and innovative companies. Every Micron site understands the complex needs of their local community. Whether it’s through strategic giving, sponsorships or deploying team member volunteers, we are making a difference.
Sustainability
Micron is committed to sustainable practices and supporting our global community. We are building and maintaining sustainable operations, products, and communities while focusing on opportunities and risks that are most important to our business success and stakeholders.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Lab Technician
Verify your degree field matches the role
USCIS requires your degree to align directly with the Lab Technician specialty. A biochemistry or clinical lab science degree supports the petition better than a general biology degree, which can trigger an RFE on specialty occupation grounds.
Check prevailing wage before negotiating your offer
Your employer's LCA must certify a wage at or above the prevailing rate for your SOC code and work location. Run your job title and zip code through the OFLC Wage Search before signing an offer so you know the floor.
Target employers with CLIA-certified or research labs
Labs operating under CLIA certification or federal research contracts have established HR processes for H-1B filings. Use Migrate Mate to filter Lab Technician roles by employers with documented LCA filing history in your target state.
Confirm your job duties match O*NET classifications
Pull the Lab Technician occupation profile from O*NET and compare your actual job duties. If your role includes tasks outside the listed scope, your employer's attorney will need to document the specialty occupation argument carefully in the I-129 petition.
File before the April cap deadline without waiting for an offer letter
H-1B registration opens in March and closes within days. If you're in talks with a sponsor, push for a signed offer before registration opens so your employer can submit on time. A late offer means waiting a full year for the next cap cycle.
Ask your employer about cap-exempt lab positions
Universities, nonprofit research institutions, and government labs are cap-exempt, meaning they can file H-1B petitions year-round with no lottery. Lab Technician roles at these employers skip the annual cap entirely and can be filed any time you have a qualifying offer.
H-1B Visa Lab Technician: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Lab Technician role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
It depends on how the position is defined. USCIS requires that the role normally require a bachelor's degree in a specific related field as a minimum entry requirement. Lab Technician roles that mandate a degree in biochemistry, microbiology, or clinical laboratory science typically qualify. Roles where any science degree is acceptable, or where a two-year associate degree suffices, are more vulnerable to an RFE.
Which industries sponsor H-1B visas for Lab Technician positions most frequently?
Pharmaceutical and biotech companies, hospital systems with research divisions, contract research organizations, and environmental testing labs are the most active H-1B sponsors for Lab Technician roles. These employers have established immigration workflows and file LCAs regularly. You can browse Lab Technician roles filtered by verified H-1B filing history on Migrate Mate.
What happens to my H-1B status if the lab changes my job duties significantly?
A material change in job duties, work location, or SOC code can require your employer to file an amended H-1B petition before the change takes effect. Moving from a clinical lab to a manufacturing QC role, for example, could require a new I-129 filing. Failing to amend exposes both you and your employer to compliance risk, so flag any role changes to your employer's immigration contact promptly.
Can I transfer my H-1B to a new lab employer while my current petition is valid?
Yes. H-1B portability under AC21 lets you start work with a new employer as soon as they file an H-1B transfer petition, without waiting for USCIS approval, as long as you've had valid H-1B status for at least 180 days and the new role qualifies as a specialty occupation. Your new employer must file before your current status expires.
How does the prevailing wage requirement affect Lab Technician H-1B petitions?
Your employer must certify on the LCA that they'll pay at least the prevailing wage for your specific occupation code and work location. DOL sets prevailing wages at four wage levels based on experience and complexity. Many Lab Technician petitions are filed at Level I or II, and any offered salary below that threshold will result in LCA rejection before the I-129 even reaches USCIS.