H-1B1 Chile Visa Manufacturing Engineer Jobs
Manufacturing Engineer jobs in the U.S. are strong candidates for H-1B1 Chile visa sponsorship because the role meets the specialty occupation standard under the U.S.-Chile Free Trade Agreement. With a 1,400-visa annual cap that rarely fills and no lottery, Chilean engineers can apply directly at the consulate without waiting on USCIS petition processing.
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Amazon Web Services’ Hardware Engineering team is looking for experienced professionals to help build the world’s premier cloud computing platform. We are looking for Manufacturing Engineers who are capable of operating in a fast paced, ever changing, multi-platform international manufacturing and production environment. Our Process Quality team works closely with our ODMs, CMs, internal AWS hardware and software development teams, and with upstream component vendors to scale up manufacturing processes and ensure we can achieve our throughput and quality targets. This role requires the engineer to be a technical contact and take on full ownership of the manufacturing launch and resolution of process issues. You will be the driver in getting production scaled across a global network. You will own PFMEAs, Control Plans and process flows from startup through the end of life of the product.
You’ll join a diverse team of software, hardware, and network engineers, supply chain specialists, security experts, operations managers, and other vital roles. You’ll collaborate with people across AWS to help us deliver the highest standards for safety and security while providing seemingly infinite capacity at the lowest possible cost for our customers. And you’ll experience an inclusive culture that welcomes bold ideas and empowers you to own them to completion.
Key job responsibilities
- Scale up manufacturing on new products across a global network.
- Lead and oversee quality control processes across Contract Manufacturers (CM), Original Design Manufacturers (ODM), and component vendors.
- Deliver hands-on technical support during new product introductions and launches.
- Investigate and resolve customer escalations through comprehensive root cause analysis.
- Support global operations through regular domestic and international travel (25-50% of time).
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- 6+ years of high volume manufacturing operations or sourcing environments experience.
- Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Mechanical, Industrial, Manufacturing Engineering or similar related field or equivalent experience.
- 2+ years of Manufacturing Engineering work experience with server platforms or on high-tech hardware.
- 5+ years of product development experience.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience working with interdisciplinary teams to execute product design from concept to production.
- Experience with the project management of technical projects.
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.
COMPENSATION
- The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits.
LOCATION
- USA, TX, Austin - 159,200.00 - 215,300.00 USD annually
- USA, UT, Salt Lake City - 159,200.00 - 215,300.00 USD annually
- USA, WA, Seattle - 159,200.00 - 215,300.00 USD annually
DESCRIPTION
Amazon Web Services’ Hardware Engineering team is looking for experienced professionals to help build the world’s premier cloud computing platform. We are looking for Manufacturing Engineers who are capable of operating in a fast paced, ever changing, multi-platform international manufacturing and production environment. Our Process Quality team works closely with our ODMs, CMs, internal AWS hardware and software development teams, and with upstream component vendors to scale up manufacturing processes and ensure we can achieve our throughput and quality targets. This role requires the engineer to be a technical contact and take on full ownership of the manufacturing launch and resolution of process issues. You will be the driver in getting production scaled across a global network. You will own PFMEAs, Control Plans and process flows from startup through the end of life of the product.
You’ll join a diverse team of software, hardware, and network engineers, supply chain specialists, security experts, operations managers, and other vital roles. You’ll collaborate with people across AWS to help us deliver the highest standards for safety and security while providing seemingly infinite capacity at the lowest possible cost for our customers. And you’ll experience an inclusive culture that welcomes bold ideas and empowers you to own them to completion.
Key job responsibilities
- Scale up manufacturing on new products across a global network.
- Lead and oversee quality control processes across Contract Manufacturers (CM), Original Design Manufacturers (ODM), and component vendors.
- Deliver hands-on technical support during new product introductions and launches.
- Investigate and resolve customer escalations through comprehensive root cause analysis.
- Support global operations through regular domestic and international travel (25-50% of time).
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- 6+ years of high volume manufacturing operations or sourcing environments experience.
- Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Mechanical, Industrial, Manufacturing Engineering or similar related field or equivalent experience.
- 2+ years of Manufacturing Engineering work experience with server platforms or on high-tech hardware.
- 5+ years of product development experience.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience working with interdisciplinary teams to execute product design from concept to production.
- Experience with the project management of technical projects.
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.
COMPENSATION
- The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits.
LOCATION
- USA, TX, Austin - 159,200.00 - 215,300.00 USD annually
- USA, UT, Salt Lake City - 159,200.00 - 215,300.00 USD annually
- USA, WA, Seattle - 159,200.00 - 215,300.00 USD annually
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Visa Sponsorship as a Manufacturing Engineer
Verify your degree field aligns
The H-1B1 visa requires a degree in a directly related field. For Manufacturing Engineer roles, mechanical, industrial, or manufacturing engineering degrees are the strongest match. A business or general science degree may trigger employer pushback during the LCA filing.
Research prevailing wages before negotiating
Your employer's LCA must certify a wage at or above the DOL prevailing wage for your specific SOC code and work location. Use the OFLC Wage Search to find the Level I through Level IV thresholds before your offer conversation, not after.
Target manufacturers enrolled in E-Verify
H-1B1 visa employers must participate in E-Verify. Filter your outreach to U.S. manufacturers already enrolled, since asking a company to sign up as part of your offer adds friction that often kills the process.
Search verified H-1B1 sponsors on Migrate Mate
Migrate Mate surfaces employers with documented LCA filing history filtered for H-1B1 Chile eligibility, so you're targeting companies that have already sponsored Chilean nationals rather than guessing from general job postings.
Confirm your employer files the LCA before you apply
Unlike H-1B visa, H-1B1 visa consular processing means you apply directly at a Chilean consulate, but the employer's certified LCA must exist before your visa interview. Delays in LCA certification from DOL will push your interview date back.
Prepare a specialty occupation evidence packet
Consular officers assess specialty occupation at the interview. Bring your degree transcripts, the O*NET profile for Manufacturing Engineers showing the bachelor's degree requirement, and your signed offer letter specifying the technical scope of the role.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Manufacturing Engineer role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B1 Chile?
Yes. Manufacturing Engineer is classified under SOC code 17-2112, and the O*NET profile confirms a bachelor's degree in engineering is the standard entry requirement. That degree-to-job alignment is what USCIS and consular officers look for when assessing specialty occupation. Roles where any general degree is accepted, regardless of field, typically don't qualify.
How does the H-1B1 Chile visa compare to H-1B for a Manufacturing Engineer?
The H-1B1 visa skips the lottery entirely and is processed at the consulate rather than through USCIS, which means faster timelines and no random selection risk. The tradeoff is that the H-1B1 doesn't allow dual intent, so you can't file an immigrant visa petition while on H-1B1 status the way H-1B holders can. For Chilean engineers focused on near-term employment, H-1B1 is the more direct path.
Where can I find Manufacturing Engineer jobs that specifically offer H-1B1 Chile visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is built for exactly this search. It filters employers by LCA filing history and visa type, so you can identify U.S. manufacturers who have sponsored H-1B1 Chile visas for engineering roles rather than applying speculatively to companies with no sponsorship track record.
How long does H-1B1 Chile consular processing take for Manufacturing Engineer applicants?
After your employer receives DOL certification for the LCA, you schedule a visa interview at a U.S. consulate in Chile. Interview availability varies by location and season, but the H-1B1 visa cap of 1,400 visas per year has never been exhausted, so slot availability isn't a bottleneck the way it is for H-1B. Most applicants receive a decision at or shortly after the interview.
Can my H-1B1 Chile visa be renewed if my employer changes my work location or project scope?
A change in work location to a different metropolitan statistical area requires your employer to file a new or amended LCA with DOL before you can work at the new site. H-1B1 visas are issued in two-year increments with no cap on renewals, but each renewal requires a currently certified LCA that reflects your actual work location and prevailing wage.