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Test Engineer roles qualify for H-1B visa sponsorship as specialty occupations requiring at least a bachelor's degree in engineering, computer science, or a related field. Employers filing on your behalf must certify a prevailing wage through the DOL before USCIS adjudicates the petition. The 85,000-slot annual cap and April lottery mean timing your job search matters.
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Overview:
Element has an opportunity for an Engineer to join our rapidly expanding team. As a member of the operations team, the Engineer position performs a variety of routine and non-routine testing assignments within the department assigned and ensures timely and accurate test results under minimal direct supervision. The engineer position must be proficient in a number of core business and technical skills including but not limited to compliance to established safety rules, code of conduct, and company policies and procedures.
SALARY: $85,000 - $100,000/yr DOE
Responsibilities:
- Conduct a variety of EMC and RF tests which include setting up test equipment and customer equipment, performing tests to applicable test plans or standards such as MIL-STD-461, MIL-STD-704, RTCA/DO-160, and IEC testing.
- Interact with customers during the testing process, periodically assist with troubleshooting and development modifications.
- Maintain in-depth knowledge of test standards, and instrumentation.
- Program ETS-Lindgren TILE software for EMC Testing automation.
- Assist in maintaining ISO/IEC 17025 accreditations and assist in any scope expansions.
- Assist in managing calibration of EMI/EMC equipment.
- Generate Test Plans and Reports for Qualification Testing.
SKILLS / QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering (BSEE), Physics, or a closely related field.
- Minimum 3 Years of EMI/EMC or Testing Experience.
- Knowledge of MIL-STD-461, RTCA/DO-160, or applicable EMI/EMC Testing Standards.
- Proficiency with RF test equipment: Spectrum Analyzers, EMI Receivers, Network Analyzers, Oscilloscopes, and Signal Generators.
- Proficient in Windows and Microsoft Office Applications.
- Preferred to have knowledge in LabView or TILE Software.
- Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry a plus.
- Have the ability to work on well-defined issues, standard and/or routine tests, without significant guidance or supervision.
- Takes Initiative and, in most cases, does not need to wait for further instruction.
- Able to decide on and implement appropriate testing methods and protocols.
- Leads and assigns the work of others when needed.
- Analytical/technical knowledge provides a marked impact on overall laboratory technical capabilities and services.
- Adapt at managing job priority and work time in accordance with targets/goals set by supervisor.
- Under the close guidance of advanced Engineers in the laboratory, works on well delineated technical issues including standard and routine analysis.
- Defined work experience has impact on the day-to-day technical decisions made on timely delivery of laboratory testing services and customer support.
- Recognized by colleagues within the lab as possessing strong technical knowledge.
- Has a clearly demonstrated ability to apply an array of testing techniques in a rational and practical style to help examine issues and build solutions.
- EMI EXPERIENCE with a minimum of 3 years.
- Military Background - Avionics or Radios.
COMPANY OVERVIEW:
Element is one of the fastest growing testing, inspection and certification businesses in the world. Globally we have more than 9,000 brilliant minds operating from 270 sites across 30 countries. Together we share an ambitious purpose to ‘Make tomorrow safer than today’.
When failure in use is not an option, we help customers make certain that their products, materials, processes and services are safe, compliant and fit for purpose. From early R&D, through complex regulatory approvals and into production, our global laboratory network of scientists, engineers, and technologists support customers to achieve assurance over product quality, sustainable outcomes, and market access.
While we are proud of our global reach, working at Element feels like being part of a smaller company. We empower you to take charge of your career, and reward excellence and integrity with growth and development.
Industries across the world depend on our care, attention to detail and the absolute accuracy of our work. The role we have to play in creating a safer world is much bigger than our organization.
DIVERSITY STATEMENT:
At Element, we always take pride in putting our people first. We are an equal opportunity employer that recognizes diversity and inclusion as fundamental to our Vision of becoming “the world’s most trusted testing partner”.
All suitably qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective work related criteria and without regard for the following: age, disability, ethnic origin, gender, marital status, race, religion, responsibility of dependents, sexual orientation, or gender identity or other characteristics in accordance with the applicable governing laws.
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Frame your degree for specialty occupation
USCIS requires your bachelor's degree to directly relate to test engineering. A general IT or business degree can trigger an RFE. Pull up your O*NET occupation profile and map your coursework to the listed knowledge domains before applying.
Target E-Verify enrolled employers first
STEM OPT extensions require your employer to be enrolled in E-Verify. Prioritizing E-Verify employers now shortens the transition path to H-1B and signals the employer already has compliance infrastructure for sponsored hires.
Check prevailing wage before negotiating salary
Your employer's LCA must certify a wage at or above the DOL prevailing wage for your location and SOC code. Run the OFLC Wage Search for your metro area before your offer negotiation so you understand the floor they're legally bound to meet.
Use Migrate Mate to find verified H-1B sponsors
Filter your test engineer job search on Migrate Mate to surface employers with confirmed H-1B LCA filing history for engineering roles, so you're not guessing which companies actually sponsor rather than just claiming they do.
Ask about cap-exempt filing eligibility early
If a prospective employer is a university, nonprofit research institution, or government research organization, their H-1B petitions are cap-exempt and can be filed any time of year. Confirm the employer's cap-exempt status before the lottery deadline passes.
Time your I-129 filing for premium processing
USCIS standard processing for an I-129 petition can run several months. Request premium processing from your employer if your OPT or CPT expiry date is close, since USCIS guarantees a 15-business-day adjudication decision under that option.
H-1B Visa Test Engineer: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Test Engineer role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes, provided the position requires a bachelor's degree or higher in a directly related field such as electrical engineering, computer science, or systems engineering. Generic titles don't automatically qualify. The employer must demonstrate in the LCA and I-129 that the specific role, as they've defined it, requires that theoretical and practical application of highly specialized knowledge.
Which employers sponsor H-1B visas for Test Engineer positions?
Hardware manufacturers, defense contractors, automotive OEMs, semiconductor firms, and enterprise software companies are among the most consistent H-1B sponsors for test engineering roles. To identify employers with verified LCA filing history specific to this occupation, browse Test Engineer jobs on Migrate Mate, which surfaces companies based on actual DOL filing data rather than self-reported claims.
What happens to my H-1B status if my Test Engineer contract ends early?
You have a 60-day grace period after your employment ends to find a new sponsoring employer, file a change of status, or depart the U.S. Your new employer must file a new H-1B petition before that window closes. If you're on a project-based contract, confirm whether the contracting firm or the end client is the H-1B petitioner, since that determines who is responsible for the transfer.
Can a staffing agency sponsor my H-1B as a Test Engineer?
Yes, staffing agencies and third-party placement firms regularly sponsor H-1B petitions for test engineers placed at client sites. USCIS scrutinizes these arrangements more heavily, requiring clear evidence of the employer-employee relationship and that the specialty occupation requirement is met at the end-client site, not just at the staffing firm level. Request a copy of the end-client letter before signing.
How does the H-1B prevailing wage apply to Test Engineer roles?
The DOL assigns a prevailing wage to your specific SOC code and work location, and your employer must certify your offered wage meets or exceeds it on the LCA. Test engineering wages vary significantly by industry and metro area. You can verify the applicable wage tier for your location and job duties using the OFLC Wage Search before evaluating any offer.