Quality Engineer Visa Sponsorship Jobs in Oregon
Quality engineer roles in Oregon are concentrated in the Portland metro area, where Intel, Precision Castparts, and Nike maintain significant manufacturing and technology operations. Hillsboro's semiconductor corridor and the Willamette Valley's advanced manufacturing base make Oregon a consistent source of visa sponsorship opportunities for quality engineering professionals.
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This is a 12 month hybrid contract in Tualatin, OR. Candidate needs to work 3 days per week onsite.
ABOUT THE JOB
This position will be in the Supplier Engineering and technology group (SET), within US Global supply chain operations group, working as a Supplier QA Engineer, Staff with a variety of suppliers in the Commercial off the shelf parts (COTs), Pneumatics, Complex OEM like valves, pumps, manometers space, in partnership with many Product Groups within the company. This offers a unique opportunity to have visibility across the whole spectrum of what we make, develop relationships across the company and with a variety of suppliers, work both with C&F teams for New Product introduction as well as maintaining our existing tools and designs.
THE IMPACT YOU’LL MAKE
As a Supplier QA Engineer, Staff, you thrive in high-stakes, dynamic environment, driving product development at the forefront of the semiconductor equipment industry. Collaborating closely with suppliers, customers, and internal teams, you will provide real-time problem-solving to technical challenges and to enhance our products. In this role, you will directly contribute to developing in partnership with client's C&F teams and suppliers new designs in vacuum systems, actuators, bellows, Flowmeters, Fan filters, Commercial off-the-shelf items, Pneumatics, cable assembly and wiring harnesses metrology such as precision manometers, pumping, etc. This position offers an opportunity to collaborate across our group and the company on many interesting fields.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related technical discipline (Mechanical, Electrical, Materials, Manufacturing, Chemical, etc.).
- 5+ years of experience in supplier engineering, manufacturing engineering, quality engineering, or related roles.
WHAT YOU’LL DO
- Apply skills and experience with semiconductor manufacturing and equipment, focused on vacuum technology, to technical and quality problems encountered in the product life cycle with special attention to new product introduction.
- Accountable for the quality and timeliness of supplier engineering tasks and projects and be a point of contact for the assigned OEM suppliers.
- Travel to suppliers manufacturing locations to conduct effective situation assessments, audits and investigations and apply findings to implement systematic and lasting improvements to product and process.
- Perform Program/Project and Supplier Management roles with emphasis on problem-solving analysis and improvements in manufacturing and test processes. Definition, review and improvement of Supplier’s Root Cause & Corrective Action (RCCA), Supplier’s Quality Systems and Processes of Record (POR).
- Act as a technical liaison between OEM, COTs, Cable and Pneumatic Suppliers, Product group, Product development and customer front-end teams to ensure speed and fast issue resolution and ensure customer satisfaction.
- Apply experience with industrial Quality Systems, Engineering Design & Documentation, Product Qualification, Change (EC) Processes and Problem Solving to issues occurring in product and component life cycles.
WHO WE’RE LOOKING FOR
- Exceptional analytical and experimental design skills. Creative thinking, structured problem solving, and troubleshooting capabilities.
- Proven ability to handle critical and safety-related quality escalations with cross-functional teams includes Product group (PG), NPI (New Product Introduction), Field Service Engineers (FSE), Accounts Team (AT), Global Product Services (GPS), Global Quality and customers.
- Ability and expertise in Failure Analysis (FA) /8D process, 5-whys, FMEA, Design-for-Reliability, Weibull analyses, etc., to solve our most complex problems in the most efficient way.
- Provide Design for Manufacturability (DFM) and Design for Assembly (DFA) feedback to optimize supplier manufacturing processes and reduce Quality, Cost and delivery issues.
- Strong business effective communication and presentation skill to various levels of the company, and to suppliers during onsite/virtual audits, Interactions and discussions.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Prior product design and technical engineer experience in vacuum systems is beneficial.
- Experience in quality and reliability systems in semiconductors, automotive, aerospace, or related hardware, tools, and equipment is a plus.
- Experience leading cross-functional teams and project management.
- Knowledge in six sigma (DMAIC approach), SPC tools and usage of Minitab, JMP.
As a leading global supplier of wafer fabrication equipment and services to the semiconductor industry, our client develops innovative solutions that help our customers build smaller, faster, and more power-efficient devices in their state-of-the-art fabs. Our products are built in Cleanroom set-up at Manufacturing sites located in US, Austria and Asia pacific region.
INTRODUCTION
This is a 12 month hybrid contract in Tualatin, OR. Candidate needs to work 3 days per week onsite.
ABOUT THE JOB
This position will be in the Supplier Engineering and technology group (SET), within US Global supply chain operations group, working as a Supplier QA Engineer, Staff with a variety of suppliers in the Commercial off the shelf parts (COTs), Pneumatics, Complex OEM like valves, pumps, manometers space, in partnership with many Product Groups within the company. This offers a unique opportunity to have visibility across the whole spectrum of what we make, develop relationships across the company and with a variety of suppliers, work both with C&F teams for New Product introduction as well as maintaining our existing tools and designs.
THE IMPACT YOU’LL MAKE
As a Supplier QA Engineer, Staff, you thrive in high-stakes, dynamic environment, driving product development at the forefront of the semiconductor equipment industry. Collaborating closely with suppliers, customers, and internal teams, you will provide real-time problem-solving to technical challenges and to enhance our products. In this role, you will directly contribute to developing in partnership with client's C&F teams and suppliers new designs in vacuum systems, actuators, bellows, Flowmeters, Fan filters, Commercial off-the-shelf items, Pneumatics, cable assembly and wiring harnesses metrology such as precision manometers, pumping, etc. This position offers an opportunity to collaborate across our group and the company on many interesting fields.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related technical discipline (Mechanical, Electrical, Materials, Manufacturing, Chemical, etc.).
- 5+ years of experience in supplier engineering, manufacturing engineering, quality engineering, or related roles.
WHAT YOU’LL DO
- Apply skills and experience with semiconductor manufacturing and equipment, focused on vacuum technology, to technical and quality problems encountered in the product life cycle with special attention to new product introduction.
- Accountable for the quality and timeliness of supplier engineering tasks and projects and be a point of contact for the assigned OEM suppliers.
- Travel to suppliers manufacturing locations to conduct effective situation assessments, audits and investigations and apply findings to implement systematic and lasting improvements to product and process.
- Perform Program/Project and Supplier Management roles with emphasis on problem-solving analysis and improvements in manufacturing and test processes. Definition, review and improvement of Supplier’s Root Cause & Corrective Action (RCCA), Supplier’s Quality Systems and Processes of Record (POR).
- Act as a technical liaison between OEM, COTs, Cable and Pneumatic Suppliers, Product group, Product development and customer front-end teams to ensure speed and fast issue resolution and ensure customer satisfaction.
- Apply experience with industrial Quality Systems, Engineering Design & Documentation, Product Qualification, Change (EC) Processes and Problem Solving to issues occurring in product and component life cycles.
WHO WE’RE LOOKING FOR
- Exceptional analytical and experimental design skills. Creative thinking, structured problem solving, and troubleshooting capabilities.
- Proven ability to handle critical and safety-related quality escalations with cross-functional teams includes Product group (PG), NPI (New Product Introduction), Field Service Engineers (FSE), Accounts Team (AT), Global Product Services (GPS), Global Quality and customers.
- Ability and expertise in Failure Analysis (FA) /8D process, 5-whys, FMEA, Design-for-Reliability, Weibull analyses, etc., to solve our most complex problems in the most efficient way.
- Provide Design for Manufacturability (DFM) and Design for Assembly (DFA) feedback to optimize supplier manufacturing processes and reduce Quality, Cost and delivery issues.
- Strong business effective communication and presentation skill to various levels of the company, and to suppliers during onsite/virtual audits, Interactions and discussions.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Prior product design and technical engineer experience in vacuum systems is beneficial.
- Experience in quality and reliability systems in semiconductors, automotive, aerospace, or related hardware, tools, and equipment is a plus.
- Experience leading cross-functional teams and project management.
- Knowledge in six sigma (DMAIC approach), SPC tools and usage of Minitab, JMP.
As a leading global supplier of wafer fabrication equipment and services to the semiconductor industry, our client develops innovative solutions that help our customers build smaller, faster, and more power-efficient devices in their state-of-the-art fabs. Our products are built in Cleanroom set-up at Manufacturing sites located in US, Austria and Asia pacific region.
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Which companies sponsor visas for quality engineers in Oregon?
Intel is the largest sponsor of quality engineer visas in Oregon, particularly at its Hillsboro campus. Other active sponsors include Precision Castparts, Daimler Trucks North America, Thermo Fisher Scientific, and Nike. Oregon's semiconductor and aerospace manufacturing sectors have historically filed H-1B visa Labor Condition Applications for quality engineering roles at higher rates than most other industries in the state.
Which visa types are most common for quality engineer roles in Oregon?
The H-1B is the most common visa for quality engineers in Oregon, particularly for roles requiring specialized knowledge of semiconductor fabrication, metrology, or statistical process control. Quality engineering generally qualifies as a specialty occupation when the position requires a bachelor's degree or higher in engineering or a directly related field. TN visas are also an option for Canadian and Mexican nationals in qualifying engineering roles.
Which cities in Oregon have the most quality engineer sponsorship jobs?
The Portland metro area, specifically Hillsboro and Beaverton, accounts for the majority of quality engineer sponsorship activity in Oregon due to Intel's large semiconductor campus and the surrounding supplier ecosystem. Portland proper also has a concentration of opportunities in medical devices, aerospace components, and advanced manufacturing. Eugene and Corvallis see smaller but steady demand tied to manufacturing and technology operations near their respective university towns.
How to find quality engineer visa sponsorship jobs in Oregon?
Migrate Mate filters job listings specifically by visa sponsorship eligibility, making it easier to identify quality engineer roles in Oregon where employers have an established history of sponsoring work visas. Rather than sorting through generic job postings, you can focus on companies in Hillsboro, Portland, and surrounding areas that have already demonstrated willingness to sponsor. Filtering by role and state on Migrate Mate narrows the search considerably.
Are there any Oregon-specific considerations for quality engineers seeking visa sponsorship?
Oregon's Department of Labor prevailing wage requirements apply alongside federal H-1B wage obligations, so employers must meet whichever standard is higher for the relevant occupation and location. The University of Oregon and Oregon State University produce engineering graduates who often enter local manufacturing pipelines, which means some Oregon employers are experienced with OPT-to-H-1B transitions for quality engineering hires. Intel's scale in Hillsboro also means it has a well-established internal immigration sponsorship process.
What is the prevailing wage for sponsored quality engineer jobs in Oregon?
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.