H-1B Visa Service Engineer Jobs

Service Engineer roles qualify for H-1B visa sponsorship when the position requires at least a bachelor's degree in engineering, computer science, or a closely related technical field. Employers file an LCA with DOL before petitioning USCIS, certifying the role meets prevailing wage requirements for your work location.

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Overview

Open Jobs416+
Work Type74% On-site
Top LocationAustin, TX
Most JobsLam Research

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Field Service Engineer III
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Field Service Engineer III
Medtronic
Ohio
Specialized Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Electrical Engineering
Healthcare Administration
Engineering (Non-Software)
$60k - $90k/yr
On-Site
High School
10,000+

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CNC Field Service Engineer
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CNC Field Service Engineer
Cullerton Group
Mundelein, Illinois
Specialized Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Electrical Engineering
Manufacturing Operations
Engineering (Non-Software)
$40 - $60/hr
Remote (US)
None

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Field Service Engineer I
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Field Service Engineer I
Nova Biomedical
Denver, Colorado
Specialized Engineering
Manufacturing Operations
Quality Control
Engineering (Non-Software)
$80k - $90k/yr
On-Site
None
501-1,000

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Field Service Engineer II
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Field Service Engineer II
Ingersoll-Rand
Dallas, Texas
Specialized Engineering
Manufacturing Operations
Engineering (Non-Software)
$97k - $125k/yr
Remote (US)
None
10,000+

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On-Site Service Engineer
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On-Site Service Engineer
Unisys
Denton, Texas
IT Support & Systems Administration
Technical Product & Program Management
IT Support
On-Site
Associate's
10,000+

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Tips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Service Engineer

Verify your degree supports specialty occupation

USCIS scrutinizes Service Engineer petitions where the degree field doesn't directly align with the role. Pull your O*NET profile for this occupation and confirm the listed education requirements match your credentials before applying.

Check prevailing wage before salary negotiations

Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up the Level I through Level IV wage for your specific job code and work location. An employer can't certify your LCA below that floor, so know the number going in.

Target employers with active LCA filing history

Use Migrate Mate to filter Service Engineer roles by employers who have certified LCAs for this occupation code, so you're applying to companies already set up to sponsor rather than educating a new HR team from scratch.

Clarify who pays H-1B filing fees upfront

Employers are legally required to pay the I-129 petition fee and the ACWIA training fee. Confirm this in writing before signing an offer. Fee-shifting to the employee is a USCIS violation and a red flag about the employer's compliance practices.

Get your field service experience documented precisely

If your Service Engineer role involves on-site client work across multiple locations, your employer's LCA must cover each physical worksite. Gaps in worksite coverage are a common H-1B audit trigger for this occupation category.

Plan around the 60-day grace period between roles

If you're switching Service Engineer positions, you have a 60-day grace period after your current role ends before your H-1B status lapses. Your new employer must file a transfer petition before that window closes, not just before your I-94 expiry.

H-1B Visa Service Engineer: Frequently Asked Questions

Does a Service Engineer role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?

Yes, if the position requires at least a bachelor's degree in engineering, computer science, or a directly related technical field. Roles where any degree is acceptable regardless of field won't qualify. Your employer must document in the LCA and I-129 that the job duties specifically require specialized degree-level knowledge, not just general technical aptitude.

How do I find employers actively sponsoring H-1B visas for Service Engineers?

Migrate Mate filters Service Engineer job listings by employers with verified LCA filing history for this occupation code, so you're not guessing which companies are willing to sponsor. This is more reliable than screening job postings manually, since many employers sponsor but don't advertise it in the listing.

Can my H-1B cover Service Engineer work across multiple client sites?

It can, but your employer must file a separate LCA for each geographic area where you'll work if those locations fall under different DOL metropolitan statistical areas. Short-term assignments under 30 days may qualify for a short-term placement exception, but recurring or long-term site placements each require their own certified LCA before you begin work there.

What happens to my H-1B status if my Service Engineer contract ends early?

You enter a 60-day grace period from your last day of employment. During that window, a new employer can file an H-1B transfer petition on your behalf, or you can change to another nonimmigrant status. If no action is taken within 60 days, your status lapses. USCIS doesn't notify you when the clock starts, so track it from your final pay date.

Does field travel as a Service Engineer create any H-1B compliance risk for my employer?

Yes. Service Engineers who travel to client sites in different metro areas require updated or additional LCA certifications for each worksite. If DOL audits your employer and finds uncertified worksites, it can result in back-wage liability and debarment from future H-1B filings. Confirm your employer has a multi-site LCA compliance process in place before accepting a role with significant field travel.