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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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The Final Test Team Lead is responsible for providing direction on the shop floor to the quality assurance team to ensure daily quality targets are met. This position serves as the key point of contact between various functions, focusing on maintaining product quality standards. Additionally, the Final Test Team Lead is responsible for training team members in quality processes, ensuring that all team members adhere to the required quality standards.
Main Responsibilities:
- Executes the quality assurance plan by directing a team of quality inspectors, ensuring daily and weekly quality targets are met.
- Drives a safety-first culture within the team and leads by example.
- Facilitates training for the quality assurance team, providing supervision and guidance as required.
- Communicates progress updates and manages troubleshooting across teams and functional areas.
- Maintains an organized work area (5S) including workstations, equipment, and walkways.
- Participates and contributes to continuous improvement projects to drive efficiency.
- Maintains positive team morale with an open atmosphere of teamwork and cooperation.
- Acts as the subject matter expert for quality processes.
- Maintains punctual, regular, and predictable attendance; works collaboratively in a team environment with a spirit of cooperation.
- Responsible for labor transaction maintenance functions for the team and Encompix on routing operations.
- Responsible for the performance management cycle for all direct staff.
- Respectfully takes direction from the Flow Team Manager and performs other duties as assigned.
To succeed, you will need
We encourage you to apply even if you don't meet every single requirement. We value diverse experiences and perspectives and are excited to see what you bring to the role.
Skills/ Knowledge/ Experience:
Education level
- High School diploma minimum, Associate degree is a benefit.
Relevant Previous experience
- 3-5 years assembly experience required.
- 1-3 years of lead or supervisory experience.
Knowledge areas/Skills
- Ability to read and interpret engineered drawings and diagrams.
- Experience with hand tools and small power tools.
Other requirements
- Ability to lead and supervise a small group.
- Good communication skills, ability to motivate and build team morale.
- Knowledge of Encompix and ERP systems beneficial.
In return, we offer
- Culture of trust and accountability
- Lifelong learning and career growth
- Innovation powered by people
- Comprehensive compensation and benefits
- Health and well-being
Salary: $33.00-$38.00/per hour
In addition to the hourly rate you will be eligible for a shift differential of 10%.
Job location
This role requires you to work on-site at our office in Saugerties, NY for the 2nd shift 2:30pm-11pm. You will be part of a dynamic team and enjoy the benefits of face-to-face collaboration.
Contact information
Talent Acquisition Team: Kasey Griffin
Company: Atlas Copco Group
Functional area: Manufacturing
Location: US – United States
City: Saugerties
On-site/remote: On-Site
Brand: Ceres
Company Name: Edwards Semiconductor Solutions LLC
Date of Posting: September 17, 2026
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The Final Test Team Lead is responsible for providing direction on the shop floor to the quality assurance team to ensure daily quality targets are met. This position serves as the key point of contact between various functions, focusing on maintaining product quality standards. Additionally, the Final Test Team Lead is responsible for training team members in quality processes, ensuring that all team members adhere to the required quality standards.
Main Responsibilities:
- Executes the quality assurance plan by directing a team of quality inspectors, ensuring daily and weekly quality targets are met.
- Drives a safety-first culture within the team and leads by example.
- Facilitates training for the quality assurance team, providing supervision and guidance as required.
- Communicates progress updates and manages troubleshooting across teams and functional areas.
- Maintains an organized work area (5S) including workstations, equipment, and walkways.
- Participates and contributes to continuous improvement projects to drive efficiency.
- Maintains positive team morale with an open atmosphere of teamwork and cooperation.
- Acts as the subject matter expert for quality processes.
- Maintains punctual, regular, and predictable attendance; works collaboratively in a team environment with a spirit of cooperation.
- Responsible for labor transaction maintenance functions for the team and Encompix on routing operations.
- Responsible for the performance management cycle for all direct staff.
- Respectfully takes direction from the Flow Team Manager and performs other duties as assigned.
To succeed, you will need
We encourage you to apply even if you don't meet every single requirement. We value diverse experiences and perspectives and are excited to see what you bring to the role.
Skills/ Knowledge/ Experience:
Education level
- High School diploma minimum, Associate degree is a benefit.
Relevant Previous experience
- 3-5 years assembly experience required.
- 1-3 years of lead or supervisory experience.
Knowledge areas/Skills
- Ability to read and interpret engineered drawings and diagrams.
- Experience with hand tools and small power tools.
Other requirements
- Ability to lead and supervise a small group.
- Good communication skills, ability to motivate and build team morale.
- Knowledge of Encompix and ERP systems beneficial.
In return, we offer
- Culture of trust and accountability
- Lifelong learning and career growth
- Innovation powered by people
- Comprehensive compensation and benefits
- Health and well-being
Salary: $33.00-$38.00/per hour
In addition to the hourly rate you will be eligible for a shift differential of 10%.
Job location
This role requires you to work on-site at our office in Saugerties, NY for the 2nd shift 2:30pm-11pm. You will be part of a dynamic team and enjoy the benefits of face-to-face collaboration.
Contact information
Talent Acquisition Team: Kasey Griffin
Company: Atlas Copco Group
Functional area: Manufacturing
Location: US – United States
City: Saugerties
On-site/remote: On-Site
Brand: Ceres
Company Name: Edwards Semiconductor Solutions LLC
Date of Posting: September 17, 2026
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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.