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Validation Engineer roles qualify as H-1B visa specialty occupations because they require at least a bachelor's degree in engineering, computer science, or a closely related field. Employers in pharma, medtech, and semiconductor manufacturing are active H-1B sponsors, and the 85,000-slot annual cap makes employer selection and timing critical for this role.
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Get Access To All JobsABOUT SLATE
At Slate, we’re building safe, reliable vehicles that people can afford, personalize and love—and doing it here in the USA as part of our commitment to reindustrialization. The spirit of DIY and customization runs throughout every element of a Slate, because people should have control over how their trucks look, feel, and represent them.
Employer: Re:Car, Inc. (d/b/a Slate)
Position:
Engineer, Propulsion System Diagnostic Software Validation (Job Code: 175993)
Duties:
- Responsible for developing diagnostic software validation test cases for the system, subsystem, and component level for each propulsion system module (ECU) across the vehicle architecture
- Work closely with Software, Electrical, and Propulsion teams on the integration of multiple control units on the test properties
- Collaborate with Software, Electrical, and Propulsion teams to develop DFMEAs, DVP&Rs, and test properties validation plans
- Write detailed test specifications and test scripts based on system and component requirements
- Generate a testing plan that achieves targets at various milestones
- Develop automation of DTC test cases and UDS services
- Utilize LIN, CANoe, CANalyzer, ALM, Git, Jira, Linux, C, C++, and Python to perform duties
- Analyze and visualize large data sets from various data sources to understand the use cases and validation criteria
- Responsible for technical communication of analysis results and tradeoffs
- Perform root cause analysis, corrective action implementation, and escalation of risks to keep software development process on track
- Identify opportunities for automation
- Develop and implement processes to improve efficiency
- Participate in Agile Software development processes
Location: 2716 Daley Dr, Troy, MI 48083
Salary: $130,000 per year
Minimum Qualifications:
- Education: Master’s Degree in Computer and Information Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Electronic Engineering, or in a related field of study (will accept equivalent foreign degree)
- Experience: One (1) year in the position above, as a Software Engineer – Controls, as a System Engineer, as a Systems Validation Engineer, as a Test Design Engineer, or in a related occupation
- Other Requirements: Experience must include one (1) year’s use of all the following: LIN, CANoe, CANalyzer, ALM, Git, Jira, Linux, C, C++, and Python
Will also accept any suitable combination of education, training and/or experience.
Employer Contact:
Tara Lewis
Head of Talent Acquisition
Re:Car, Inc. (d/b/a Slate)
2716 Daley Dr
Troy, MI 48083
LI-DNI
WHY JOIN TEAM SLATE?
At Slate, we’re fueled by grit, determination, and attention to detail. The start-up spirit of ingenuity and resourcefulness move our business forward. Team Slate fosters a culture of excellence, innovation, and mutual respect, and is motivated by shared principles.
- Safety First
- Delight Customers
- One Team
- Relentless Improvement
- Fast, Frugal, and Scrappy
- Respectful Collaboration
- Positive Legacy
WE WANT TO WORK WITH PEOPLE THAT REFLECT THE COMMUNITIES IN WHICH WE OPERATE.
Slate is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, marital status, parental status, cultural background, organizational level, work styles, tenure and life experiences. Or for any other reason.
Slate is committed to providing reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at slate-talent_acquisition@slate.auto.
ABOUT SLATE
At Slate, we’re building safe, reliable vehicles that people can afford, personalize and love—and doing it here in the USA as part of our commitment to reindustrialization. The spirit of DIY and customization runs throughout every element of a Slate, because people should have control over how their trucks look, feel, and represent them.
Employer: Re:Car, Inc. (d/b/a Slate)
Position:
Engineer, Propulsion System Diagnostic Software Validation (Job Code: 175993)
Duties:
- Responsible for developing diagnostic software validation test cases for the system, subsystem, and component level for each propulsion system module (ECU) across the vehicle architecture
- Work closely with Software, Electrical, and Propulsion teams on the integration of multiple control units on the test properties
- Collaborate with Software, Electrical, and Propulsion teams to develop DFMEAs, DVP&Rs, and test properties validation plans
- Write detailed test specifications and test scripts based on system and component requirements
- Generate a testing plan that achieves targets at various milestones
- Develop automation of DTC test cases and UDS services
- Utilize LIN, CANoe, CANalyzer, ALM, Git, Jira, Linux, C, C++, and Python to perform duties
- Analyze and visualize large data sets from various data sources to understand the use cases and validation criteria
- Responsible for technical communication of analysis results and tradeoffs
- Perform root cause analysis, corrective action implementation, and escalation of risks to keep software development process on track
- Identify opportunities for automation
- Develop and implement processes to improve efficiency
- Participate in Agile Software development processes
Location: 2716 Daley Dr, Troy, MI 48083
Salary: $130,000 per year
Minimum Qualifications:
- Education: Master’s Degree in Computer and Information Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Electronic Engineering, or in a related field of study (will accept equivalent foreign degree)
- Experience: One (1) year in the position above, as a Software Engineer – Controls, as a System Engineer, as a Systems Validation Engineer, as a Test Design Engineer, or in a related occupation
- Other Requirements: Experience must include one (1) year’s use of all the following: LIN, CANoe, CANalyzer, ALM, Git, Jira, Linux, C, C++, and Python
Will also accept any suitable combination of education, training and/or experience.
Employer Contact:
Tara Lewis
Head of Talent Acquisition
Re:Car, Inc. (d/b/a Slate)
2716 Daley Dr
Troy, MI 48083
LI-DNI
WHY JOIN TEAM SLATE?
At Slate, we’re fueled by grit, determination, and attention to detail. The start-up spirit of ingenuity and resourcefulness move our business forward. Team Slate fosters a culture of excellence, innovation, and mutual respect, and is motivated by shared principles.
- Safety First
- Delight Customers
- One Team
- Relentless Improvement
- Fast, Frugal, and Scrappy
- Respectful Collaboration
- Positive Legacy
WE WANT TO WORK WITH PEOPLE THAT REFLECT THE COMMUNITIES IN WHICH WE OPERATE.
Slate is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, marital status, parental status, cultural background, organizational level, work styles, tenure and life experiences. Or for any other reason.
Slate is committed to providing reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at slate-talent_acquisition@slate.auto.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Validation Engineer
Document your degree-to-role alignment
USCIS scrutinizes specialty occupation claims for Validation Engineers. Gather syllabi, transcripts, and a written summary showing your engineering or life-sciences degree directly maps to validation protocols, IQ/OQ/PQ documentation, and regulatory compliance work.
Target regulated-industry employers first
Pharma, biotech, and medical device companies file H-1B petitions at higher rates for Validation Engineers because FDA regulatory requirements make the role's specialty occupation status easier to defend. Prioritize these sectors when building your target employer list.
Search LCA filings on Migrate Mate
Use Migrate Mate to filter employers by their DOL Labor Condition Application history for Validation Engineer roles. This shows you which companies have actively sponsored the occupation code and at what prevailing wage level, before you apply.
Check prevailing wage before negotiating offers
Run the OFLC Wage Search using SOC code 17-2199 or 17-3026 and your target metro area. Your offered salary must meet the DOL prevailing wage for the petition to clear the LCA stage, so know the floor before offer discussions begin.
Confirm cap-exempt status with your employer
Universities, nonprofit research institutions, and affiliated teaching hospitals are cap-exempt H-1B employers. If you're weighing an offer from a hospital system or research center, ask HR directly whether they file under cap-exempt status to avoid the annual lottery.
Time your offer letter around the lottery window
USCIS opens H-1B registration each March for the following October 1 start date. If you receive an offer after April, work with your employer on a start date that aligns with the next cap cycle or explore O*NET classification evidence to support cap-exempt filing if applicable.
H-1B Visa Validation Engineer: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Validation Engineer role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes, provided the position requires at least a bachelor's degree in a directly related field such as chemical engineering, biomedical engineering, electrical engineering, or computer science. USCIS looks at whether the job duties, including protocol development, IQ/OQ/PQ execution, and regulatory documentation, are complex enough to require that specific degree. Generic engineering degrees without a clear field connection can trigger a Request for Evidence, so the job description wording matters.
Which industries sponsor H-1B visas most consistently for Validation Engineers?
Pharmaceutical manufacturing, medical device companies, semiconductor fabs, and biotech firms are the most consistent H-1B sponsors for this role. These industries operate under FDA, ISO, or SEMI standards that make validation a regulatory necessity rather than a discretionary function, which strengthens the specialty occupation argument. You can browse employers with documented LCA filing history for this occupation on Migrate Mate before targeting your applications.
What happens to my H-1B status if my validation project ends before my visa expires?
If your employer terminates your position, you have a 60-day grace period to find a new H-1B sponsor, change to another eligible status, or depart the U.S. The new employer must file an H-1B transfer petition before your grace period ends. Validation Engineering roles often exist within project-based contracts, so clarify with your employer whether your petition is tied to a specific project or to your ongoing employment.
Can a contract staffing agency sponsor my H-1B as a Validation Engineer?
Yes, but USCIS applies heightened scrutiny to third-party placement arrangements. The agency must demonstrate it retains the right to control your day-to-day work, even when you're placed at an end-client site. Itinerary letters documenting the specific client site, duration, and scope of work are typically required. Some end-client pharma or medtech companies prefer to sponsor directly to avoid this complexity, so ask whether direct sponsorship is an option when negotiating.
How does the O*NET classification for Validation Engineer affect my H-1B petition?
USCIS uses O*NET job zone and education requirements as one benchmark for specialty occupation determinations. The O*NET profile for industrial or quality engineers, which most Validation Engineer roles map to, lists a bachelor's degree as the typical entry-level requirement. Including the relevant O*NET occupation profile in your petition package, alongside the job description and your credentials, reinforces the degree requirement argument and reduces the likelihood of a specialty occupation RFE.