H-1B Visa Product Engineer Jobs
Product Engineer roles sit squarely within H-1B visa specialty occupation criteria, requiring at least a bachelor's degree in engineering or a closely related field. Employers file the Labor Condition Application before your petition, certifying the prevailing wage for your specific SOC code and worksite. No lottery exemptions exist for this role, so cap-subject registration each March is your entry point.
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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 Product Engineer
Verify your SOC code before applying
Product Engineer roles can be classified under multiple SOC codes depending on the product domain. Check O*NET to confirm which code your target employers use, since the prevailing wage and LCA filing obligations differ by classification.
Pull employer LCA filings on Migrate Mate
Search Product Engineer LCA filing history by employer on Migrate Mate before you apply. Seeing which companies have filed for this exact role tells you who has an active H-1B pipeline, not just a careers page that says sponsorship is possible.
Request prevailing wage details upfront
Ask the recruiter which wage level the employer intends to certify on the LCA. A Level I or II wage can create compliance issues if your offer exceeds it. OFLC Wage Search lets you cross-check what the DOL expects for your SOC code and metro area.
Align your resume to degree-field requirements
USCIS scrutinizes whether your degree field directly relates to the Product Engineer role. If your degree is in a tangential field, collect transcripts showing relevant coursework and prepare a degree equivalency analysis before the petition is filed.
Clarify worksite arrangements before the I-129 is filed
Remote or hybrid Product Engineer roles require the employer to post the LCA at every worksite where you'll work. Confirm your worksite address is finalized before the I-129 filing, since amending the petition later costs time and premium processing fees.
Use the 60-day grace period strategically
If your H-1B employment ends involuntarily, USCIS allows a 60-day grace period to find a new employer and file a transfer petition. Start outreach immediately rather than waiting, since the new employer's I-129 must be receipted before your grace period expires.
H-1B Visa Product Engineer: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Product Engineer role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes. Product Engineer positions meet the H-1B specialty occupation standard because they routinely require at least a bachelor's degree in engineering, computer science, or a directly related field. USCIS evaluates the specific job duties, not just the title, so your offer letter and the employer's petition support documents need to clearly connect your degree field to the day-to-day responsibilities of the role.
How do I find employers actively sponsoring H-1B visas for Product Engineers?
Migrate Mate surfaces employers with verified LCA filing history for Product Engineer roles, so you can focus applications on companies that have actually sponsored this position rather than guessing from job postings. DOL LCA disclosure data is public, and filtering it by occupation code gives you a concrete list of employers with an active H-1B track record for this role type.
Can I transfer my H-1B to a new employer if I switch Product Engineer jobs?
Yes. H-1B portability allows you to start working for a new employer as soon as the transfer petition is received by USCIS, without waiting for approval, as long as your current H-1B is valid and the new petition is non-frivolous. Your new employer files a fresh I-129 with a new LCA certified at the prevailing wage for your role and worksite location.
What happens if my Product Engineer role shifts to a different product domain mid-employment?
A material change in job duties, SOC code, or worksite can trigger an amended H-1B petition requirement. If your responsibilities shift significantly, your employer needs to file an amended I-129 with a new LCA reflecting the updated role. Failing to amend when the change is material creates compliance risk for both you and the employer at the time of renewal or green card filing.
Does the H-1B cap apply to all Product Engineer positions?
Most Product Engineer roles at private companies are cap-subject, meaning your employer must register you in the annual H-1B lottery each March. Cap-exempt employers include universities, nonprofit research organizations, and certain government research entities. If you're currently on OPT and your employer misses the registration window, you cannot start H-1B status until the following fiscal year's cap opens in October.