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Process Engineer jobs with H-1B1 Singapore visa sponsorship are accessible without a lottery or USCIS petition. Singaporean nationals can apply directly at the U.S. consulate once an employer files a certified Labor Condition Application. The 5,400 annual cap rarely fills, making this one of the most reliable sponsorship pathways for engineers.
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At Lilly, the work is demanding because patients are waiting. We unite caring with discovery to help make life better for people around the world, knowing that every decision, every detail, and every day matters. Headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana, our over 50,000 employees around the globe take on complex challenges to discover and deliver life-changing medicines, strengthen how health is understood and managed, and support the communities we serve. This is hard, urgent, selfless work—but it’s work worth doing. If you’re driven by purpose and ready to bring your best to work that truly matters for patients, we invite you to join us.
At Lilly, we unite caring with discovery to make life better for people around the world. We are a global healthcare leader, headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana. Our 40,000 employees around the world work to discover and bring life-changing medicines to those who need them, improve the understanding and management of disease, and give it back to our communities through philanthropy and volunteerism. We give our best effort to our work, and we put people first. We’re looking for people who are determined to make life better for people around the world.
Lilly is currently constructing an advanced manufacturing facility for production of API molecules located in Houston, TX. This facility is intended to provide APIs for current and future products, including new modalities. This is a unique opportunity to be a part of the site technical team for the Houston startup of a greenfield manufacturing site, and the successful candidate will help to build the organization, the facility and the culture to enable a successful startup into GMP manufacturing operations.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Pre-Startup and Startup Phase:
- Attract, hire, and onboard a significant number of top talents to the Small Molecule Process Engineering team, establishing the right attitude, curiosity, and learning agility to deliver on the site mission.
- Build the organization with the necessary capability, capacity, and culture to operate this facility to the highest standards of safety, quality, and operational excellence.
- Develop and implement the business systems and processes needed to run the site, leveraging existing Lilly knowledge where necessary, but also incorporating external experience.
- Establish lean practices and a continuous improvement mindset throughout operations and the direct supporting organizations.
- Support the project team to deliver the facility to you as the end user, by providing feedback and support on design decisions, commissioning & qualification strategies etc.
- Collaborate with project team to ensure the right decisions are made to meet project deliverables and longer-term strategic goals for the site.
- Organize and implement strategy for creating standard engineering operating procedures (SOPs) for startup and post startup phases.
- Plan and manage business operational expenses, capital, and headcount targets.
Post Startup:
- Responsible for supervising and coaching process engineering staff for their respective areas, including completing performance reviews and development planning.
- Provide oversight of process engineering staffing including recruitment, resource planning, and succession planning.
- Provide process engineering work coordination and provide process engineering input to key functional groups and partners.
- In coordination with engineering function, set and reinforce standards for engineering work product and utilization of first principles. Partner within Engineering and across functional disciplines to influence and implement the technical agenda, site business plan objectives, and GMP Quality Plan objectives.
- Identify, track, and report key indicators of functional performance.
- Have oversight of engineering related technical issues and improvement initiatives.
- Review and approve engineering related deviations and change controls.
- Review and approve engineering standard operating procedures (SOPs).
- Participate appropriately in site planning processes (capital and resource), representing the interests of the team but with a view to the overall site picture.
- Ensure technical review and approval for documents, including investigations, change controls, regulatory submissions, expert opinions, validations, annual product reviews, manufacturing tickets, procedures, process flow documents, personnel qualification strategies, control strategies, technical studies, etc.
- Network globally to share best practices, rationale, and control strategies to ensure harmonization and alignment between sites.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor of Science degree is required, in Chemical Engineering, or another engineering discipline with extensive API or chemical manufacturing experience
- 3+ years of experience and proven capabilities within small molecule GMP manufacturing environment required
- 3+ years of experience in manufacturing leadership
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience in operations including a Process Safety Management (PSM) program.
- Must possess knowledge and understanding of cGMPs and how they apply to operations.
- Must have a strong ability to form effective relationships at all levels and across functions. This candidate must be able to work closely with the Site Engineering Group to ensure alignment with corporate and Manufacturing & Quality objectives and internal decision-making processes as well as be able to connect and communicate effectively with all levels of the organization on site.
- Should have experience developing and managing extremely talented, engaged, and high performing teams with a focus on building strong team cultures to ensure a safe, innovative, and successful work environment.
- Ability to lead and influence a diverse team, including employees across a wide range of experiences, levels, and skill sets.
- Ability to work with a team, make independent decisions, and influence diverse groups.
- Ability to instill teamwork within the department and demonstrate key interpersonal skills.
Lilly is dedicated to helping individuals with disabilities to actively engage in the workforce, ensuring equal opportunities when vying for positions. If you require accommodation to submit a resume for a position at Lilly, please complete the accommodation request form for further assistance. Please note this is for individuals to request an accommodation as part of the application process and any other correspondence will not receive a response.
Lilly is proud to be an EEO Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, gender identity, sex, gender expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, ancestry, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status.
Our employee resource groups (ERGs) offer strong support networks for their members and are open to all employees. Our current groups include: Africa, Middle East, Central Asia (AMECA), Black Employees at Lilly (BE@Lilly), Chinese Culture Network (CCN), EnAble, Evolve, Lilly Indian Network (LIN), Organization of Latinx at Lilly (OLA), Pride (LGBTQ+ Allies), Veterans Leadership Network (VLN) and Women’s Initiative for Leading at Lilly (WILL).
COMPENSATION
- Actual compensation will depend on a candidate’s education, experience, skills, and geographic location. The anticipated wage for this position is $123,000 - $180,400.
Full-time equivalent employees also will be eligible for a company bonus (depending, in part, on company and individual performance). In addition, Lilly offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees, including eligibility to participate in a company-sponsored 401(k); pension; vacation benefits; eligibility for medical, dental, vision and prescription drug benefits; flexible benefits (e.g., healthcare and/or dependent day care flexible spending accounts); life insurance and death benefits; certain time off and leave of absence benefits; and well-being benefits (e.g., employee assistance program, fitness benefits, and employee clubs and activities). Lilly reserves the right to amend, modify, or terminate its compensation and benefit programs in its sole discretion and Lilly’s compensation practices and guidelines will apply regarding the details of any promotion or transfer of Lilly employees.
INTRODUCTION
At Lilly, the work is demanding because patients are waiting. We unite caring with discovery to help make life better for people around the world, knowing that every decision, every detail, and every day matters. Headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana, our over 50,000 employees around the globe take on complex challenges to discover and deliver life-changing medicines, strengthen how health is understood and managed, and support the communities we serve. This is hard, urgent, selfless work—but it’s work worth doing. If you’re driven by purpose and ready to bring your best to work that truly matters for patients, we invite you to join us.
At Lilly, we unite caring with discovery to make life better for people around the world. We are a global healthcare leader, headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana. Our 40,000 employees around the world work to discover and bring life-changing medicines to those who need them, improve the understanding and management of disease, and give it back to our communities through philanthropy and volunteerism. We give our best effort to our work, and we put people first. We’re looking for people who are determined to make life better for people around the world.
Lilly is currently constructing an advanced manufacturing facility for production of API molecules located in Houston, TX. This facility is intended to provide APIs for current and future products, including new modalities. This is a unique opportunity to be a part of the site technical team for the Houston startup of a greenfield manufacturing site, and the successful candidate will help to build the organization, the facility and the culture to enable a successful startup into GMP manufacturing operations.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Pre-Startup and Startup Phase:
- Attract, hire, and onboard a significant number of top talents to the Small Molecule Process Engineering team, establishing the right attitude, curiosity, and learning agility to deliver on the site mission.
- Build the organization with the necessary capability, capacity, and culture to operate this facility to the highest standards of safety, quality, and operational excellence.
- Develop and implement the business systems and processes needed to run the site, leveraging existing Lilly knowledge where necessary, but also incorporating external experience.
- Establish lean practices and a continuous improvement mindset throughout operations and the direct supporting organizations.
- Support the project team to deliver the facility to you as the end user, by providing feedback and support on design decisions, commissioning & qualification strategies etc.
- Collaborate with project team to ensure the right decisions are made to meet project deliverables and longer-term strategic goals for the site.
- Organize and implement strategy for creating standard engineering operating procedures (SOPs) for startup and post startup phases.
- Plan and manage business operational expenses, capital, and headcount targets.
Post Startup:
- Responsible for supervising and coaching process engineering staff for their respective areas, including completing performance reviews and development planning.
- Provide oversight of process engineering staffing including recruitment, resource planning, and succession planning.
- Provide process engineering work coordination and provide process engineering input to key functional groups and partners.
- In coordination with engineering function, set and reinforce standards for engineering work product and utilization of first principles. Partner within Engineering and across functional disciplines to influence and implement the technical agenda, site business plan objectives, and GMP Quality Plan objectives.
- Identify, track, and report key indicators of functional performance.
- Have oversight of engineering related technical issues and improvement initiatives.
- Review and approve engineering related deviations and change controls.
- Review and approve engineering standard operating procedures (SOPs).
- Participate appropriately in site planning processes (capital and resource), representing the interests of the team but with a view to the overall site picture.
- Ensure technical review and approval for documents, including investigations, change controls, regulatory submissions, expert opinions, validations, annual product reviews, manufacturing tickets, procedures, process flow documents, personnel qualification strategies, control strategies, technical studies, etc.
- Network globally to share best practices, rationale, and control strategies to ensure harmonization and alignment between sites.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor of Science degree is required, in Chemical Engineering, or another engineering discipline with extensive API or chemical manufacturing experience
- 3+ years of experience and proven capabilities within small molecule GMP manufacturing environment required
- 3+ years of experience in manufacturing leadership
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience in operations including a Process Safety Management (PSM) program.
- Must possess knowledge and understanding of cGMPs and how they apply to operations.
- Must have a strong ability to form effective relationships at all levels and across functions. This candidate must be able to work closely with the Site Engineering Group to ensure alignment with corporate and Manufacturing & Quality objectives and internal decision-making processes as well as be able to connect and communicate effectively with all levels of the organization on site.
- Should have experience developing and managing extremely talented, engaged, and high performing teams with a focus on building strong team cultures to ensure a safe, innovative, and successful work environment.
- Ability to lead and influence a diverse team, including employees across a wide range of experiences, levels, and skill sets.
- Ability to work with a team, make independent decisions, and influence diverse groups.
- Ability to instill teamwork within the department and demonstrate key interpersonal skills.
Lilly is dedicated to helping individuals with disabilities to actively engage in the workforce, ensuring equal opportunities when vying for positions. If you require accommodation to submit a resume for a position at Lilly, please complete the accommodation request form for further assistance. Please note this is for individuals to request an accommodation as part of the application process and any other correspondence will not receive a response.
Lilly is proud to be an EEO Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, gender identity, sex, gender expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, ancestry, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status.
Our employee resource groups (ERGs) offer strong support networks for their members and are open to all employees. Our current groups include: Africa, Middle East, Central Asia (AMECA), Black Employees at Lilly (BE@Lilly), Chinese Culture Network (CCN), EnAble, Evolve, Lilly Indian Network (LIN), Organization of Latinx at Lilly (OLA), Pride (LGBTQ+ Allies), Veterans Leadership Network (VLN) and Women’s Initiative for Leading at Lilly (WILL).
COMPENSATION
- Actual compensation will depend on a candidate’s education, experience, skills, and geographic location. The anticipated wage for this position is $123,000 - $180,400.
Full-time equivalent employees also will be eligible for a company bonus (depending, in part, on company and individual performance). In addition, Lilly offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees, including eligibility to participate in a company-sponsored 401(k); pension; vacation benefits; eligibility for medical, dental, vision and prescription drug benefits; flexible benefits (e.g., healthcare and/or dependent day care flexible spending accounts); life insurance and death benefits; certain time off and leave of absence benefits; and well-being benefits (e.g., employee assistance program, fitness benefits, and employee clubs and activities). Lilly reserves the right to amend, modify, or terminate its compensation and benefit programs in its sole discretion and Lilly’s compensation practices and guidelines will apply regarding the details of any promotion or transfer of Lilly employees.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Visa Sponsorship as a Process Engineer
Frame your credentials around specialty occupation
Your degree must directly relate to process engineering work, not just engineering broadly. Gather transcripts, credential evaluations, and any professional certifications that tie your Singapore qualifications to the specific role a U.S. employer is hiring for.
Use OFLC Wage Search before salary conversations
Pull the prevailing wage for Process Engineer roles in your target metro using OFLC Wage Search. Knowing the DOL wage level lets you enter offer negotiations informed and signals to employers that you understand the LCA compliance requirements they must meet.
Target employers already certified for LCA filings
Search for companies with active LCA certifications in chemical, semiconductor, or manufacturing sectors. Employers with prior certifications have internal compliance processes in place, which shortens the time between offer and your consulate appointment.
Find verified H-1B1 Singapore sponsors on Migrate Mate
Filter by companies with confirmed H-1B1 Singapore sponsorship history on Migrate Mate. Targeting employers who have filed for Singaporean nationals before removes the step of educating hiring managers about a visa category most U.S. HR teams rarely handle.
Clarify consulate processing with your hiring team
H-1B1 Singapore is approved at the consulate in Singapore, not through USCIS. Confirm your employer understands this distinction before signing an offer, so they don't mistakenly budget for a USCIS petition or premium processing that doesn't apply.
Verify your O*NET job zone before the LCA is filed
Check the O*NET profile for your specific Process Engineer role to confirm it meets the specialty occupation standard. If your duties span multiple occupation codes, align the job description to the primary code before your employer submits the LCA to DOL.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Process Engineer role qualify as a specialty occupation under H-1B1 Singapore?
Yes, provided the position requires at least a bachelor's degree in a directly related field such as chemical engineering, mechanical engineering, or materials science. Roles requiring only a general engineering background without field-specific requirements can face pushback during LCA review, so the job description should tie degree requirements to the actual duties.
How does H-1B1 Singapore compare to H-1B for Process Engineers?
H-1B1 Singapore skips the annual lottery entirely and is processed at the consulate rather than through USCIS, which removes several months of petition wait time. The tradeoff is that H-1B1 does not allow dual intent, meaning you cannot simultaneously pursue a green card while on this status. For Process Engineers focused on near-term employment rather than permanent residency, H-1B1 Singapore is typically the faster path.
How do I find employers that have sponsored H-1B1 Singapore visas for Process Engineers before?
Migrate Mate filters job listings by verified H-1B1 Singapore sponsorship history, so you can target companies that have already navigated the LCA and consulate process for Singaporean nationals. This matters for Process Engineer roles specifically because semiconductor fabrication, refining, and specialty chemical employers tend to concentrate sponsorship activity in particular regions.
Can my employer file the LCA while I am still working in Singapore?
Yes. The employer submits the LCA to DOL for certification before you apply at the consulate, and you do not need to be in the U.S. at any point during this stage. Once the LCA is certified, you schedule your consulate interview in Singapore and the visa is stamped there, so the entire process can run while you remain in your current role.
What happens to my H-1B1 Singapore status if my Process Engineer role changes significantly?
A material change in job duties, location, or employer requires a new LCA before the change takes effect. If you move to a role at a different facility or shift from process optimization into capital project engineering, your employer must file an updated LCA reflecting the new conditions. Failing to update can create compliance exposure for the employer under DOL rules.