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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.
The US Expansion Construction team leads the design and delivery of Micron’s next generation semiconductor manufacturing facilities, including major projects in Boise, Idaho and Clay, New York. We partner with global engineering, construction, and operations teams to build highly reliable infrastructure that supports advanced technology manufacturing. Our team values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning as we help shape the future of the industry.
As the NY Gas Systems Operations Engineer, you will play a key role in the design, construction, commissioning, and long-term operation of bulk gas, specialty gas, and cryogenic gas systems supporting semiconductor manufacturing. This position offers the opportunity to provide technical leadership, guide external design and construction partners, and help ensure critical utility systems are delivered safely, reliably, and ready for sustained operations.
Responsibilities:
- Oversee the design, construction, commissioning, and startup of bulk gas, specialty gas, and ultra-low temperature gas systems for a high-volume manufacturing facility
- Review engineering deliverables, including P&IDs, equipment specifications, layouts, and 3D models to ensure compliance with project requirements and industry standards
- Support construction execution through RFI review, submittal evaluation, field inspections, coordination meetings, and issue resolution
- Lead commissioning readiness, system testing, performance verification, and turnover activities while ensuring safe startup of gas systems
- Collaborate with design firms, contractors, suppliers, and internal stakeholders to deliver reliable, compliant, and operationally ready systems
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related engineering field
Experience in gas systems engineering, including specialty gas, bulk gas, and/or cryogenic gas systems with design review and field execution support
Knowledge of applicable industry standards and codes, including SEMI, ASME, CGA, OSHA, and NFPA requirements
Experience reviewing engineering documentation such as P&IDs, specifications, and 3D models, with strong project coordination and communication skills
Experience driving safety, quality, and risk management within regulated or high-reliability industrial environments
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience supporting gas system design and delivery for semiconductor, pharmaceutical, data center, or other high-purity manufacturing facilities
Hands-on experience with commissioning, startup, equipment validation, and operational readiness activities for bulk, specialty, or cryogenic gas systems
Familiarity with PLC, SCADA, or other monitoring and control systems used in gas operations
Experience using BIM coordination tools such as Revit, Navisworks, or AutoCAD to support design integration and turnover documentation
Professional Engineer (PE) license, gas systems-related certifications, or experience developing Agentic AI workflows to improve engineering and operational processes
COMPENSATION
The US base salary range that Micron Technology estimates it could pay for this full-time position is:
$98,000.00 - $200,000.00 a year
Additional compensation may include benefits, bonuses and equity.
Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target base pay for new hire salaries of the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional job-related factors, including knowledge, skills, experience, tenure and relevant education or training. The pay scale is subject to change depending on business needs. 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.
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.
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.
Insights from previous hires
Years of experience
- 2-4
- 4-8
- 8+
- Less than 2 years
- 2 - 4 years
- 4 - 8 years
- 8+ years
Top skills
- AutoCAD
- Assembly Language
- Critical Thinking
- Chemical Engineering
- Catalysis
- C++
Business Units
- Business Development
- Budgeting
- Biopharmaceuticals
Previously worked at
Previously worked as
- Operations Engineer
- Engineer
- Senior Operations Engineer
- Field Engineer
- Project Engineer
INTRODUCTION
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.
The US Expansion Construction team leads the design and delivery of Micron’s next generation semiconductor manufacturing facilities, including major projects in Boise, Idaho and Clay, New York. We partner with global engineering, construction, and operations teams to build highly reliable infrastructure that supports advanced technology manufacturing. Our team values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning as we help shape the future of the industry.
As the NY Gas Systems Operations Engineer, you will play a key role in the design, construction, commissioning, and long-term operation of bulk gas, specialty gas, and cryogenic gas systems supporting semiconductor manufacturing. This position offers the opportunity to provide technical leadership, guide external design and construction partners, and help ensure critical utility systems are delivered safely, reliably, and ready for sustained operations.
Responsibilities:
- Oversee the design, construction, commissioning, and startup of bulk gas, specialty gas, and ultra-low temperature gas systems for a high-volume manufacturing facility
- Review engineering deliverables, including P&IDs, equipment specifications, layouts, and 3D models to ensure compliance with project requirements and industry standards
- Support construction execution through RFI review, submittal evaluation, field inspections, coordination meetings, and issue resolution
- Lead commissioning readiness, system testing, performance verification, and turnover activities while ensuring safe startup of gas systems
- Collaborate with design firms, contractors, suppliers, and internal stakeholders to deliver reliable, compliant, and operationally ready systems
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related engineering field
Experience in gas systems engineering, including specialty gas, bulk gas, and/or cryogenic gas systems with design review and field execution support
Knowledge of applicable industry standards and codes, including SEMI, ASME, CGA, OSHA, and NFPA requirements
Experience reviewing engineering documentation such as P&IDs, specifications, and 3D models, with strong project coordination and communication skills
Experience driving safety, quality, and risk management within regulated or high-reliability industrial environments
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience supporting gas system design and delivery for semiconductor, pharmaceutical, data center, or other high-purity manufacturing facilities
Hands-on experience with commissioning, startup, equipment validation, and operational readiness activities for bulk, specialty, or cryogenic gas systems
Familiarity with PLC, SCADA, or other monitoring and control systems used in gas operations
Experience using BIM coordination tools such as Revit, Navisworks, or AutoCAD to support design integration and turnover documentation
Professional Engineer (PE) license, gas systems-related certifications, or experience developing Agentic AI workflows to improve engineering and operational processes
COMPENSATION
The US base salary range that Micron Technology estimates it could pay for this full-time position is:
$98,000.00 - $200,000.00 a year
Additional compensation may include benefits, bonuses and equity.
Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target base pay for new hire salaries of the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional job-related factors, including knowledge, skills, experience, tenure and relevant education or training. The pay scale is subject to change depending on business needs. 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.
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.
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.
Insights from previous hires
Years of experience
- 2-4
- 4-8
- 8+
- Less than 2 years
- 2 - 4 years
- 4 - 8 years
- 8+ years
Top skills
- AutoCAD
- Assembly Language
- Critical Thinking
- Chemical Engineering
- Catalysis
- C++
Business Units
- Business Development
- Budgeting
- Biopharmaceuticals
Previously worked at
Previously worked as
- Operations Engineer
- Engineer
- Senior Operations Engineer
- Field Engineer
- Project Engineer
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Verify your degree aligns with the role
USCIS requires your degree field to directly relate to the Operations Engineer position. An industrial engineering or systems engineering degree is the cleanest fit. A business or general science degree may trigger an RFE, so gather supplemental coursework documentation before applying.
Use OFLC Wage Search to benchmark offers
Your employer's LCA must certify a wage at or above the DOL prevailing wage for Operations Engineer in that metro area. Pull the OFLC Wage Search figures before negotiating so you can confirm any offer meets the Level I through Level IV threshold for your experience.
Target employers with cap-exempt filing history
Universities, nonprofit research institutions, and government-affiliated entities can file H-1B petitions outside the annual cap. Operations Engineer roles exist at all three. Focusing your search there removes lottery risk entirely and lets you start without waiting for an October 1 start date.
Search Migrate Mate for verified H-1B sponsors
Filter your Operations Engineer job search on Migrate Mate to surface employers with active LCA filing history for this role. That filing history confirms the employer has sponsored before and understands the process, which significantly reduces the risk of a delayed or withdrawn offer.
Request the LCA before signing your offer
Ask your employer to share the certified LCA before you accept. The LCA lists the exact wage level, worksite location, and period of employment. If you'll be deployed to client sites, the LCA may need multiple worksites listed, which affects your authorized work locations under H-1B.
Document operational scope using O*NET
USCIS adjudicators sometimes question whether Operations Engineer qualifies as a specialty occupation if the duties seem generalist. Pull the O*NET occupation profile for your SOC code and match your job description to the theoretical and applied knowledge requirements listed there to preempt an RFE.
H-1B Visa Operations Engineer: Frequently Asked Questions
Does an Operations Engineer role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes, Operations Engineer qualifies when the position requires at least a bachelor's degree in a specific technical field such as industrial engineering, systems engineering, or operations research. The employer must document in the H-1B petition that the role's duties require that theoretical and applied body of knowledge. Generic operations management roles without a defined degree requirement can face USCIS scrutiny, so job description precision matters.
Which employers sponsor H-1B visas for Operations Engineer positions?
Manufacturing companies, logistics firms, semiconductor manufacturers, and large technology companies regularly sponsor H-1B visas for Operations Engineers. Cap-exempt employers including research universities and affiliated nonprofits also hire for these roles outside the lottery. Migrate Mate lets you filter Operations Engineer openings by verified LCA filing history so you're only applying to employers with a documented sponsorship track record.
How does the H-1B cap lottery affect Operations Engineer job seekers?
Most private-sector Operations Engineer roles are subject to the annual H-1B cap of 85,000 visas, with registration opening in March each year. If selected, employment can begin October 1. If you're currently on OPT or a cap-gap extension, you'll need your employer to file by the June 30 petition deadline to maintain continuous work authorization through selection and approval.
Can I work at multiple client sites as an H-1B Operations Engineer?
Yes, but your employer's LCA must list every worksite where you'll work for more than a few days. For Operations Engineers deployed to manufacturing plants or client facilities, this is a common compliance gap. USCIS and DOL both audit multi-site placements, so confirm your employer files amended petitions or covers additional worksites on the LCA before you begin work there.
What happens to my H-1B status if I'm laid off as an Operations Engineer?
USCIS provides a 60-day grace period after involuntary termination, during which you can pursue a new employer to file a transfer petition. Your new employer can file an H-1B transfer petition and you can begin work once USCIS receives it, without waiting for approval, under portability rules. Acting quickly within that 60-day window is essential to maintaining lawful status.