Science & Research Jobs in Ohio with E-3 Sponsorship
Science and research E-3 sponsorship jobs in Ohio are concentrated around Columbus, Cleveland, and Cincinnati, where institutions like The Ohio State University, Cleveland Clinic, and Battelle Memorial Institute regularly hire for research and scientific roles. Ohio's strong pharmaceutical, biomedical, and energy research sectors make it a genuine option for Australian scientists and researchers seeking E-3 sponsorship.
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Join Amgen’s Mission of Serving Patients
At Amgen, if you feel like you’re part of something bigger, it’s because you are. Our shared mission—to serve patients living with serious illnesses—drives all that we do.
Since 1980, we’ve helped pioneer the world of biotech in our fight against the world’s toughest diseases. With our focus on four therapeutic areas – Oncology, Inflammation, General Medicine, and Rare Disease – we reach millions of patients each year. Amgen is advancing a broad and deep pipeline of medicines to treat cancer, heart disease, inflammatory conditions, rare diseases, and obesity and obesity-related conditions. As a member of the Amgen team, you’ll help make a lasting impact on the lives of patients as we research, manufacture, and deliver innovative medicines to help people live longer, fuller, happier lives.
Our award-winning culture is collaborative, innovative, and science-based. If you have a passion for challenges and the opportunities that lay within them, you’ll thrive as part of the Amgen team. Join us and transform the lives of patients while transforming your career.
What you will do
Let’s do this. Let’s change the world. In this vital role you will provide technical mechanical and electrical engineering support on all system/equipment optimization strategies, upgrades, replacements, repairs, and modifications. You will evaluate and determine if process equipment maintenance, and technical cleaning systems are maintained in compliance with all applicable industry standards, regulatory standards and FDA standards in the Inspection and Packaging area.
Responsibilities:
- Take part in the coordination of tech support on engineering, regulatory, compliance, quality, technical cleaning, validation, and mechanical/electrical equipment issues.
- Assist during regulatory agency inspections. Provide technical support in response to the FDA and other regulatory agencies.
- Assist in planning, scheduling, and coordinating maintenance activities.
- Complete advanced maintenance activities or operate and monitor sophisticated plant support equipment in accordance with CFRs, cGMPs, SOPs, job plans and Amgen policies.
- Investigate complex issues or problems.
- Assist with maintaining an up-to-date working spare parts inventory system for the equipment/systems.
- Create maintenance procedures and assist in changes to optimize the maintenance program, troubleshoot and repair equipment/system failures.
- Develop technical guides and trainings for repetitive tasks.
- Provide training to others for continuous team development.
- Be the point of contact for leading a team of technicians on mechanical and electrical breakdowns.
- Identify improvement opportunities and lead small projects.
- Assist plant engineering in the evaluation and implementation of engineering improvements, policy changes, compliance improvements and optimization programs.
- Interpret and review utility, process system/equipment, plumbing, ductwork plans, architectural, and P&IDs.
What we expect of you
We are all different, yet we all use our unique contributions to serve patients. The professional we seek will possess these qualifications.
Basic Qualifications:
Master’s degree
OR
Bachelor’s degree and 2 years of Technical Engineering experience
OR
Associate’s degree and 6 years of Technical Engineering experience
OR
High school diploma / GED and 8 years of Technical Engineering experience
Preferred Qualifications:
- Educational background in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, or related technical degree
- Experience repairing mechanical equipment in a manufacturing environment (experience with packaging equipment preferred)
- Experience working in a regulated industry (ideally GMP, Pharmaceutical)
- Knowledge of Reliability Maintenance and Process Optimization
- Knowledge in continuous improvement tools and methodologies
- Familiarized with Computer Maintenance Management Software (preferably Maximo 7)
- Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills
- Understanding in PLC, Computer Serialization, Packaging Equipment, Vision Inspection System (Cognex Vision System and Systech Serialization)
- Excellent organizational, project management, problem solving and technical writing capability
- Strong communication skills: verbal / written, collaboration, influencing and facilitation
- MS Office: Word, Excel, Power Point
What you can expect of us
As we work to develop treatments that take care of others, we also work to care for your professional and personal growth and well-being. From our competitive benefits to our collaborative culture, we’ll support your journey every step of the way.
The expected annual salary range for this role in the U.S. (excluding Puerto Rico) is posted. Actual salary will vary based on several factors including but not limited to, relevant skills, experience, and qualifications.
In addition to the base salary, Amgen offers a Total Rewards Plan, based on eligibility, comprising of health and welfare plans for staff and eligible dependents, financial plans with opportunities to save towards retirement or other goals, work/life balance, and career development opportunities that may include:
- A comprehensive employee benefits package, including a Retirement and Savings Plan with generous company contributions, group medical, dental and vision coverage, life and disability insurance, and flexible spending accounts
- A discretionary annual bonus program, or for field sales representatives, a sales-based incentive plan
- Stock-based long-term incentives
- Award-winning time-off plans
- Flexible work models where possible. Refer to the Work Location Type in the job posting to see if this applies.
Apply now and make a lasting impact with the Amgen team.
In any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.
Sponsorship
Sponsorship for this role is not guaranteed.
As an organization dedicated to improving the quality of life for people around the world, Amgen fosters an inclusive environment of diverse, ethical, committed and highly accomplished people who respect each other and live the Amgen values to continue advancing science to serve patients. Together, we compete in the fight against serious disease.
Amgen is an Equal Opportunity employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other basis protected by applicable law.
We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

Join Amgen’s Mission of Serving Patients
At Amgen, if you feel like you’re part of something bigger, it’s because you are. Our shared mission—to serve patients living with serious illnesses—drives all that we do.
Since 1980, we’ve helped pioneer the world of biotech in our fight against the world’s toughest diseases. With our focus on four therapeutic areas – Oncology, Inflammation, General Medicine, and Rare Disease – we reach millions of patients each year. Amgen is advancing a broad and deep pipeline of medicines to treat cancer, heart disease, inflammatory conditions, rare diseases, and obesity and obesity-related conditions. As a member of the Amgen team, you’ll help make a lasting impact on the lives of patients as we research, manufacture, and deliver innovative medicines to help people live longer, fuller, happier lives.
Our award-winning culture is collaborative, innovative, and science-based. If you have a passion for challenges and the opportunities that lay within them, you’ll thrive as part of the Amgen team. Join us and transform the lives of patients while transforming your career.
What you will do
Let’s do this. Let’s change the world. In this vital role you will provide technical mechanical and electrical engineering support on all system/equipment optimization strategies, upgrades, replacements, repairs, and modifications. You will evaluate and determine if process equipment maintenance, and technical cleaning systems are maintained in compliance with all applicable industry standards, regulatory standards and FDA standards in the Inspection and Packaging area.
Responsibilities:
- Take part in the coordination of tech support on engineering, regulatory, compliance, quality, technical cleaning, validation, and mechanical/electrical equipment issues.
- Assist during regulatory agency inspections. Provide technical support in response to the FDA and other regulatory agencies.
- Assist in planning, scheduling, and coordinating maintenance activities.
- Complete advanced maintenance activities or operate and monitor sophisticated plant support equipment in accordance with CFRs, cGMPs, SOPs, job plans and Amgen policies.
- Investigate complex issues or problems.
- Assist with maintaining an up-to-date working spare parts inventory system for the equipment/systems.
- Create maintenance procedures and assist in changes to optimize the maintenance program, troubleshoot and repair equipment/system failures.
- Develop technical guides and trainings for repetitive tasks.
- Provide training to others for continuous team development.
- Be the point of contact for leading a team of technicians on mechanical and electrical breakdowns.
- Identify improvement opportunities and lead small projects.
- Assist plant engineering in the evaluation and implementation of engineering improvements, policy changes, compliance improvements and optimization programs.
- Interpret and review utility, process system/equipment, plumbing, ductwork plans, architectural, and P&IDs.
What we expect of you
We are all different, yet we all use our unique contributions to serve patients. The professional we seek will possess these qualifications.
Basic Qualifications:
Master’s degree
OR
Bachelor’s degree and 2 years of Technical Engineering experience
OR
Associate’s degree and 6 years of Technical Engineering experience
OR
High school diploma / GED and 8 years of Technical Engineering experience
Preferred Qualifications:
- Educational background in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, or related technical degree
- Experience repairing mechanical equipment in a manufacturing environment (experience with packaging equipment preferred)
- Experience working in a regulated industry (ideally GMP, Pharmaceutical)
- Knowledge of Reliability Maintenance and Process Optimization
- Knowledge in continuous improvement tools and methodologies
- Familiarized with Computer Maintenance Management Software (preferably Maximo 7)
- Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills
- Understanding in PLC, Computer Serialization, Packaging Equipment, Vision Inspection System (Cognex Vision System and Systech Serialization)
- Excellent organizational, project management, problem solving and technical writing capability
- Strong communication skills: verbal / written, collaboration, influencing and facilitation
- MS Office: Word, Excel, Power Point
What you can expect of us
As we work to develop treatments that take care of others, we also work to care for your professional and personal growth and well-being. From our competitive benefits to our collaborative culture, we’ll support your journey every step of the way.
The expected annual salary range for this role in the U.S. (excluding Puerto Rico) is posted. Actual salary will vary based on several factors including but not limited to, relevant skills, experience, and qualifications.
In addition to the base salary, Amgen offers a Total Rewards Plan, based on eligibility, comprising of health and welfare plans for staff and eligible dependents, financial plans with opportunities to save towards retirement or other goals, work/life balance, and career development opportunities that may include:
- A comprehensive employee benefits package, including a Retirement and Savings Plan with generous company contributions, group medical, dental and vision coverage, life and disability insurance, and flexible spending accounts
- A discretionary annual bonus program, or for field sales representatives, a sales-based incentive plan
- Stock-based long-term incentives
- Award-winning time-off plans
- Flexible work models where possible. Refer to the Work Location Type in the job posting to see if this applies.
Apply now and make a lasting impact with the Amgen team.
In any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.
Sponsorship
Sponsorship for this role is not guaranteed.
As an organization dedicated to improving the quality of life for people around the world, Amgen fosters an inclusive environment of diverse, ethical, committed and highly accomplished people who respect each other and live the Amgen values to continue advancing science to serve patients. Together, we compete in the fight against serious disease.
Amgen is an Equal Opportunity employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other basis protected by applicable law.
We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.
Job Roles in Science & Research in Ohio
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Which science and research companies sponsor E-3 visas in Ohio?
Ohio's largest E-3 sponsors in science and research include Battelle Memorial Institute (one of the world's largest independent research organizations, headquartered in Columbus), Cleveland Clinic's research divisions, Nationwide Children's Hospital, and pharmaceutical companies operating out of Cincinnati and Columbus. Universities such as The Ohio State University, Case Western Reserve University, and the University of Cincinnati also regularly sponsor researchers and scientists on E-3 visas.
Which cities in Ohio have the most science and research E-3 sponsorship jobs?
Columbus leads the state, anchored by Battelle and The Ohio State University's extensive research enterprise. Cleveland follows closely, driven by Cleveland Clinic and Case Western Reserve University, which together support a significant biomedical research community. Cincinnati is a secondary hub with strength in pharmaceutical and chemical research. Dayton also hosts research activity tied to Wright-Patterson Air Force Base's affiliated contractors.
What types of science and research roles typically qualify for E-3 sponsorship?
Roles that qualify for E-3 sponsorship must meet the specialty occupation standard, meaning they require at least a bachelor's degree in a specific scientific field. Research scientist, biomedical engineer, chemist, clinical research associate, bioinformatics analyst, materials scientist, and environmental scientist positions commonly qualify. Generalist research assistant roles where no specific degree field is required are less likely to meet the standard.
How do I find science and research E-3 sponsorship jobs in Ohio?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for this search. You can filter by E-3 visa type, the science and research industry, and Ohio as your target state to see employers actively open to sponsoring Australian nationals. Because E-3 sponsorship requires employer action before your visa interview, focusing on Ohio employers with a documented history of scientific hiring gives you the strongest starting point.
Are there any Ohio-specific considerations for E-3 sponsorship in science and research?
Ohio has no state-level visa sponsorship requirements beyond federal E-3 rules, but the state's heavy concentration of federally funded research (particularly through Battelle and Department of Energy partnerships) means some roles may involve security clearance requirements that can complicate or limit sponsorship for non-citizens. Confirm clearance eligibility early when applying to government-affiliated research positions in Ohio.
What is the prevailing wage for E-3 science & research jobs in Ohio?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.
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