H-1B Visa Process Engineering Manager Jobs
Process Engineering Manager roles qualify as H-1B visa specialty occupations, requiring at least a bachelor's degree in engineering or a closely related field. Employers filing H-1B petitions for this role must certify a prevailing wage through the DOL before USCIS can approve the petition. Cap-subject petitions enter the annual lottery each March.
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Imagine how your ideas and expertise can change a patient’s life. Our Global Operations & Quality team plays a central part in ensuring our products are delivered to patients with cardiovascular disease. You’ll partner cross-functionally with manufacturing operations and sales teams, delivering thoughtful solutions to complex challenges all while developing your knowledge of the medical device industry. Whether your work includes strategic inventory planning, labeling, warehouse management, material handling, or any of our other supply chain opportunities, you will be making a meaningful contribution to our team and to patients all over the world.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The Senior Engineer, for Product and Process Engineering applies knowledge of technical principles and Edwards systems/procedures to optimize manufacturing processes.
How you'll make an impact:
- Identify and ensure implementation of opportunities to optimize/improve manufacturing processes including using engineering methods (e.g., SIX Sigma and LEAN methods) employing technical design skills to re-design/design of and ensure equipment, tools, fixtures, etc are up to standards.
- Develop complex experiments and tests (including writing and executing protocols) to qualify and validate manufacturing processes; analyze results, make recommendations, and develop reports.
- Analyze and resolve complex Manufacturing and Compliance issues (e.g., CAPA, non-conformances, audit observations).
- Develop training and documentation materials (e.g., work instructions) for production to enable the seamless knowledge transfer of project and manufacturing processes.
- Lead and establish project plans to ensure deliverables are completed to customer’s expectations, using project management tools (e.g., Project Plan, Risk Analysis, etc.).
- Oversee manufacturing support tasks; give instruction to technicians on conducting tests; train technicians and provide feedback; and coordinate technician work.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Scientific field with 4 years experience including either industry or industry/education.
- Master's Degree or equivalent in Engineering or Scientific field with 3 years experience including either industry or industry/education.
- Ph.D. or equivalent in Engineering or Scientific field with industry experience or industry/education.
- Previous experience working with lab/industrial equipment.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Proven expertise in usage of MS Office Suite including MS Project; CAD experience preferred (if applicable).
- Strong documentation, communication (e.g., written and verbal) and interpersonal relationship skills including consultative and relationship management skills.
- Basic understanding of statistical techniques.
- Substantial understanding and knowledge of principles, theories, and concepts relevant to Engineering.
- Strong problem-solving, organizational, analytical and critical thinking skills.
- Good leadership skills and ability to influence change.
- Knowledge of applicable FDA regulations for medical device industry.
- Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast paced environment.
- Must be able to work in a team environment, including inter-departmental teams and key contact representing the organization on contracts or projects.
- Adhere to all company rules and requirements (e.g., pandemic protocols, Environmental Health & Safety rules) and take adequate control measures in preventing injuries to themselves and others as well as to the protection of environment and prevention of pollution under their span of influence/control.
COMPENSATION
For California, the base pay range for this position is $108,000 - $153,000 (highly experienced).
The pay for the successful candidate will depend on various factors (e.g., qualifications, education, prior experience). Applications will be accepted while this position is posted on our Careers website.
Edwards is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer including protected Veterans and individuals with disabilities.
INTRODUCTION
Imagine how your ideas and expertise can change a patient’s life. Our Global Operations & Quality team plays a central part in ensuring our products are delivered to patients with cardiovascular disease. You’ll partner cross-functionally with manufacturing operations and sales teams, delivering thoughtful solutions to complex challenges all while developing your knowledge of the medical device industry. Whether your work includes strategic inventory planning, labeling, warehouse management, material handling, or any of our other supply chain opportunities, you will be making a meaningful contribution to our team and to patients all over the world.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The Senior Engineer, for Product and Process Engineering applies knowledge of technical principles and Edwards systems/procedures to optimize manufacturing processes.
How you'll make an impact:
- Identify and ensure implementation of opportunities to optimize/improve manufacturing processes including using engineering methods (e.g., SIX Sigma and LEAN methods) employing technical design skills to re-design/design of and ensure equipment, tools, fixtures, etc are up to standards.
- Develop complex experiments and tests (including writing and executing protocols) to qualify and validate manufacturing processes; analyze results, make recommendations, and develop reports.
- Analyze and resolve complex Manufacturing and Compliance issues (e.g., CAPA, non-conformances, audit observations).
- Develop training and documentation materials (e.g., work instructions) for production to enable the seamless knowledge transfer of project and manufacturing processes.
- Lead and establish project plans to ensure deliverables are completed to customer’s expectations, using project management tools (e.g., Project Plan, Risk Analysis, etc.).
- Oversee manufacturing support tasks; give instruction to technicians on conducting tests; train technicians and provide feedback; and coordinate technician work.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Scientific field with 4 years experience including either industry or industry/education.
- Master's Degree or equivalent in Engineering or Scientific field with 3 years experience including either industry or industry/education.
- Ph.D. or equivalent in Engineering or Scientific field with industry experience or industry/education.
- Previous experience working with lab/industrial equipment.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Proven expertise in usage of MS Office Suite including MS Project; CAD experience preferred (if applicable).
- Strong documentation, communication (e.g., written and verbal) and interpersonal relationship skills including consultative and relationship management skills.
- Basic understanding of statistical techniques.
- Substantial understanding and knowledge of principles, theories, and concepts relevant to Engineering.
- Strong problem-solving, organizational, analytical and critical thinking skills.
- Good leadership skills and ability to influence change.
- Knowledge of applicable FDA regulations for medical device industry.
- Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast paced environment.
- Must be able to work in a team environment, including inter-departmental teams and key contact representing the organization on contracts or projects.
- Adhere to all company rules and requirements (e.g., pandemic protocols, Environmental Health & Safety rules) and take adequate control measures in preventing injuries to themselves and others as well as to the protection of environment and prevention of pollution under their span of influence/control.
COMPENSATION
For California, the base pay range for this position is $108,000 - $153,000 (highly experienced).
The pay for the successful candidate will depend on various factors (e.g., qualifications, education, prior experience). Applications will be accepted while this position is posted on our Careers website.
Edwards is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer including protected Veterans and individuals with disabilities.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Process Engineering Manager
Align your credentials to specialty occupation standards
USCIS evaluates whether your degree field directly relates to process engineering management. A mechanical or chemical engineering degree strengthens your petition. A general business degree paired with unrelated experience can trigger an RFE, so gather transcripts and course descriptions early.
Filter employers by LCA filing history on Migrate Mate
Search Process Engineering Manager roles on Migrate Mate to see which employers have filed Labor Condition Applications for this occupation. That history signals an established H-1B sponsorship infrastructure, reducing the risk of a first-time employer mishandling your petition timeline.
Target cap-exempt employers to skip the lottery
Universities, nonprofit research institutions, and government research organizations are cap-exempt. A Process Engineering Manager role at a university manufacturing center or federally funded lab lets you file outside the April lottery window and start sooner.
Verify your prevailing wage tier before negotiating salary
Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up the Level II or III prevailing wage for your SOC code and the employer's metro area. Your offered salary must meet or exceed that threshold, and knowing the floor before negotiating prevents offers that DOL won't certify.
Request premium processing for time-sensitive start dates
USCIS offers premium processing on I-129 petitions, with a 15-business-day adjudication window. If your offer letter has a hard start date tied to a plant launch or production ramp, ask your employer to elect premium processing before filing to avoid schedule conflicts.
Document cross-functional scope to satisfy specialty occupation
Process Engineering Managers who oversee both engineering and operations staff face higher RFE risk if the job description reads as general management. Your employer's support letter should detail the engineering-specific duties, required technical degree, and specialized knowledge applied daily.
H-1B Visa Process Engineering Manager: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Process Engineering Manager role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes, provided the position requires at least a bachelor's degree in engineering or a directly related field. USCIS looks at whether the role applies theoretical and practical engineering knowledge. If your employer's job description emphasizes general supervisory duties over technical engineering work, the petition is more likely to receive an RFE questioning specialty occupation status. A well-drafted job description focused on applied engineering methodology strengthens the case significantly.
How do I find employers who actively sponsor H-1B visas for process engineering roles?
Migrate Mate filters Process Engineering Manager listings by employers with verified H-1B Labor Condition Application filing history through the DOL. That history is public record and indicates the employer has navigated the sponsorship process before, making them far more likely to successfully file your petition than a company attempting its first H-1B sponsorship.
Can my employer file my H-1B petition after I'm already working in a different status?
Yes. If you're on OPT, a TN visa, or another valid nonimmigrant status, your employer files an H-1B petition on your behalf during the April registration window. If selected and approved, you can change status without leaving the U.S. Your current work authorization must remain valid through October 1, the H-1B start date, to maintain continuous employment.
What happens to my H-1B if my employer transfers me to a different plant or facility?
A worksite change can require an amended H-1B petition if the new location is in a different metropolitan statistical area than the one covered by your original Labor Condition Application. Your employer must file a new LCA covering the new location's prevailing wage before or promptly after the move. Short-term placements under certain DOL guidelines may allow exceptions, but permanent transfers require the amended filing.
How does the DOL prevailing wage requirement affect Process Engineering Manager hiring?
Before filing your H-1B petition, your employer must certify through the DOL that your offered salary meets the prevailing wage for your occupation code and work location. For Process Engineering Managers, prevailing wages vary significantly by metro area and experience level. You can look up applicable wage levels using the OFLC Wage Search before accepting an offer to confirm the salary your employer proposes is certifiable.