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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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.
-
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.
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
-
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).
-
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.
-
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.
-
Coordinates efforts of service and/or customer groups to solicit resources tools, supplies, materials or services to meet production schedules.
-
Responsible for eliminating safety incidents, improving equipment efficiency, and developing leadership capability and morale on a production line.
-
Assists in training and career development; manages the performance management process. Manages the employee selection, hiring, reward and discipline processes.
-
May participate in the development of the budget to include forecasting manpower requirements and overhead expenditures.
-
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 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.