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Materials Engineer roles qualify as H-1B visa specialty occupations under USCIS guidelines, requiring at least a bachelor's degree in materials science, metallurgy, or a closely related field. Employers sponsoring H-1B visas for this role must file a Labor Condition Application with DOL before submitting your I-129 petition.
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Get Access To All JobsFacility Kindred Hospital Albuquerque
Req ID 558990 Post Date 09/17/2026
Description
Kindred Hospital Albuquerque is a long-term acute care (LTAC) hospital specializing in the treatment of patients recovering from post-intensive care and medically complex conditions. Our hospital provides both intensive care and telemetry-level services, offering advanced monitoring and support for patients requiring extended medical care. With a multidisciplinary team dedicated to personalized treatment plans, we focus on helping patients achieve significant recovery and transition to the next level of care.
Job Summary
Maintains the stock room and is responsible for the receipt and distribution of supplies.
Essential Functions
- Assists with supply check-in and verify against purchase order.
- Forwards purchase orders and packing slips to Accounts Payable.
- Distributes supplies to appropriate location.
- Maintains a cost requisition system.
- Assures that the stock room is clean, safe and orderly.
- Obtains data on chargeable supplies used by each patient and transfer the information into the computer system for billing.
- Assists with physical inventory.
- Conducts job responsibilities in accordance with the standards set out in the Company's Code of Business Conduct, its policies and procedures, the Corporate Compliance Agreement, applicable federal and state laws, and applicable professional standards.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities/Expectations
- Ability to maintain confidentiality of all patient and/or employee information to assure patient and/or employee rights are protected.
- Understands the principles of growth and development for the entire lifespan and ability to provide care appropriate for adult and geriatric patients as appropriate to the patient population.
- Ability to communicate in English effectively through verbal and written means to the extent necessary to perform job duties appropriately. Reading and comprehension at level necessary to perform job duties appropriately.
- Ability to work under stress and to respond quickly in emergency situations. Ability to work cooperatively as a member of a team.
- Demonstrates good interpersonal skills when working or interacting with patients, their families and other staff members.
Qualifications
Education
High School Diploma or Equivalent including education equivalent to completion of secondary school or demonstrated ability to perform the essential functions of the role. (Preferred)
Licenses/Certification
None
Experience
None
Facility Kindred Hospital Albuquerque
Req ID 558990 Post Date 09/17/2026
Description
Kindred Hospital Albuquerque is a long-term acute care (LTAC) hospital specializing in the treatment of patients recovering from post-intensive care and medically complex conditions. Our hospital provides both intensive care and telemetry-level services, offering advanced monitoring and support for patients requiring extended medical care. With a multidisciplinary team dedicated to personalized treatment plans, we focus on helping patients achieve significant recovery and transition to the next level of care.
Job Summary
Maintains the stock room and is responsible for the receipt and distribution of supplies.
Essential Functions
- Assists with supply check-in and verify against purchase order.
- Forwards purchase orders and packing slips to Accounts Payable.
- Distributes supplies to appropriate location.
- Maintains a cost requisition system.
- Assures that the stock room is clean, safe and orderly.
- Obtains data on chargeable supplies used by each patient and transfer the information into the computer system for billing.
- Assists with physical inventory.
- Conducts job responsibilities in accordance with the standards set out in the Company's Code of Business Conduct, its policies and procedures, the Corporate Compliance Agreement, applicable federal and state laws, and applicable professional standards.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities/Expectations
- Ability to maintain confidentiality of all patient and/or employee information to assure patient and/or employee rights are protected.
- Understands the principles of growth and development for the entire lifespan and ability to provide care appropriate for adult and geriatric patients as appropriate to the patient population.
- Ability to communicate in English effectively through verbal and written means to the extent necessary to perform job duties appropriately. Reading and comprehension at level necessary to perform job duties appropriately.
- Ability to work under stress and to respond quickly in emergency situations. Ability to work cooperatively as a member of a team.
- Demonstrates good interpersonal skills when working or interacting with patients, their families and other staff members.
Qualifications
Education
High School Diploma or Equivalent including education equivalent to completion of secondary school or demonstrated ability to perform the essential functions of the role. (Preferred)
Licenses/Certification
None
Experience
None
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Materials Engineer
Verify your degree meets specialty occupation requirements
USCIS scrutinizes degree-to-role alignment for Materials Engineer petitions. A degree in mechanical or chemical engineering may qualify, but you'll need documentation showing coursework directly relevant to materials science, metallurgy, or polymer science.
Search LCA filings to target active sponsors
Use the OFLC Wage Search to filter Labor Condition Application filings by SOC code 17-2131 before applying. Employers with recent certified LCAs for Materials Engineer roles have an active sponsorship infrastructure already in place.
Track your application through Migrate Mate
Migrate Mate filters Materials Engineer roles by verified H-1B filing history, so you're applying to employers who have sponsored this specific occupation before, not just companies with a general history of H-1B use.
Flag industry sectors with consistent H-1B demand
Aerospace, semiconductor manufacturing, and automotive R&D generate the most H-1B LCA filings for materials roles. Targeting employers in these sectors increases the likelihood your petition aligns with the employer's existing immigration compliance processes.
Request premium processing before your OPT expires
If you're transitioning from OPT, ask your employer to file I-129 with premium processing early. USCIS guarantees a decision within 15 business days, giving you a confirmed status before your EAD end date creates a gap.
Confirm the prevailing wage tier before accepting an offer
Your employer's LCA must certify a wage at or above the DOL prevailing wage for your job location and experience level. Use the OFLC Wage Search to check the Level I through Level IV wage range for SOC 17-2131 in your metro area.
H-1B Visa Materials Engineer: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Materials Engineer role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
Yes. USCIS classifies Materials Engineer under SOC code 17-2131, and the role consistently meets the specialty occupation standard because the position normally requires at least a bachelor's degree in materials science, metallurgy, ceramics, or a closely related engineering discipline. The O*NET profile for this occupation confirms the degree requirement, which supports the employer's specialty occupation argument in the I-129 petition.
Which industries sponsor H-1B visas most often for Materials Engineers?
Aerospace and defense contractors, semiconductor manufacturers, automotive OEMs, and advanced manufacturing firms file the most H-1B Labor Condition Applications for Materials Engineer roles. Research institutions and national laboratories also sponsor regularly, particularly for roles involving composites, alloys, or polymer development. You can browse open roles at verified sponsoring employers directly on Migrate Mate.
Can a Materials Engineer change employers while on H-1B status?
Yes, through H-1B portability under AC21. If your I-140 has been approved and your H-1B extension has been pending for at least 180 days, you can start working for a new employer once they file a new I-129 petition. Without those conditions, your new employer must file and receive approval before you switch. The new LCA must reflect the prevailing wage for your new job location and duties.
How does the H-1B cap lottery affect Materials Engineer job seekers?
Most private-sector Materials Engineer roles are subject to the annual H-1B cap of 65,000 visas, plus 20,000 for U.S. master's degree holders. USCIS runs the lottery in March for an October 1 start date, so timing your job search and offer acceptance to align with that cycle matters. Cap-exempt employers such as universities and nonprofit research organizations can sponsor H-1B petitions year-round without lottery exposure.
What documentation should a Materials Engineer prepare before starting the H-1B process?
You'll need official transcripts confirming your degree in a qualifying field, a credential evaluation if your degree is from outside the United States, professional licenses if required by your state or employer, and any publications or patents that strengthen the specialty occupation argument. Your employer's attorney will use these to build the I-129 petition, so having certified copies ready before the LCA filing stage avoids delays.