Systems Engineer Visa Sponsorship Jobs in Utah
Utah's systems engineer job market is anchored by defense contractors like Northrop Grumman and Raytheon in Salt Lake City and Ogden, alongside a growing tech corridor in Lehi and Provo often called the Silicon Slopes. Companies in aerospace, cybersecurity, and enterprise software regularly sponsor international candidates for systems engineer roles across the state.
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We Are Teva
We’re Teva, a leading innovative biopharmaceutical company, enabled by a world-class generics business. Whether it’s innovating in the fields of neuroscience and immunology or delivering high-quality medicine worldwide, we’re dedicated to addressing patients’ needs now and in the future. Here, you will be part of a high-performing, inclusive culture that values fresh thinking and collaboration. You'll have the room to grow, the flexibility to balance life with work, and the opportunity to better health worldwide, together.
Our Team, Your Impact
Location: SLC EAST
577 S. Chipeta Way
Salt Lake City, UT 84108
This position is responsible for providing support for the quality management systems (QMS), including documentation management, Continuous Improvement program, process, cleaning and computer system validation, equipment, facility and utility qualification. The role oversees Change Management, Annual Product Review, and Metrics and Data Trending. This position ensures adherence to quality standards, policies and procedures, while facilitating improvements and building a collaborative team environment among internal and external stakeholders. This position represents Quality Systems leadership and interacts closely with other areas such as Operations, Manufacturing Science and Technology, Research and Development, Supply Chain and Quality Control.
How You’ll Spend Your Day
All areas of responsibility listed below are essential to the satisfactory performance of this position by any incumbents with reasonable accommodation if necessary. Any non-essential functions are assumed to be included in other related duties or assignments.
- Develops, supports and executes annual projects to deliver on site metrics, KPIs, goals, and other Quality / Compliance program related projects as required.
- Responsible for hosting the Change Control Review Board and overseeing change control activities from initiation through implementation and approval.
- Responsible for providing records management and change control expertise to support compliant shutdown planning and execution.
- Responsible for ensuring efficient, uninterrupted operation of the facility in accordance with requirements such as GMP, FDA, MHRA, EMEA, OSHA, EPA, DEA, etc.
- Responsible for participating in partner, internal and regulatory inspections and audits as needed.
- Responsible for reviewing and approving standard operating procedures, protocols, risk assessments and other quality records, as needed.
- Responsible for improving and maintaining quality systems to ensure compliance with CGMPs, company policies, procedures and governmental regulations.
- Supports Quality projects for accomplishment of organization goals including Corporate standard assessments, Quality project team meetings, and other cross-functional site initiatives.
- Responsible for completing all training requirements and maintaining compliance with all assignments.
- Responsible for maintaining work areas and performing job functions in a safe and efficient manner in accordance with company policies and procedures, Good Manufacturing Practices (CGMP), Standard Operating Procedures (SOP).
- Responsible for performing additional related duties as assigned.
Your Skills and Experience
Any equivalent combination of education, training and/or experience that fulfills the requirements of the position will be considered.
Education/Certification/Experience:
- Bachelor’s Degree, preferably in a scientific discipline (biology, chemistry or closely related field) or equivalent education/experience with a minimum of 7 years relevant progressive experience in the pharmaceutical industry.
- Requires a minimum of 3 years’ experience in Quality Assurance within pharmaceutical production.
- Prefer direct experience with the manufacturing of various pharmaceutical dosage forms.
- Prefer direct experience with Health Authority Inspections (FDA/EMA, ANVISA, etc.)
- Project management and advanced presentation skills preferred.
Also Good to Have
Skills/Knowledge/Abilities:
- Computer proficiency with comprehensive working knowledge of MS Office products, Learning Management Systems (LMS), EDMS and ERP systems, as well as Quality systems such as Trackwise and Veeva.
- Self-directed with ability to organize and prioritize work.
- Ability to motivate, influence and lead others with and/or without direct supervisory authority.
- Ability to positively manage conflict, provide difficult feedback and negotiate resolution.
- Ability to build and maintain collaborative relationships between teams, departments and business units.
- Ability to demonstrate sound judgment and decision making.
- Ability to communicate effectively with excellent written and oral communication skills.
- Ability to interact positively and collaborate with co-workers, management and external partners.
- Ability to analyze information and create metrics relevant to the business objectives.
- Ability to understand inter-department linkages and alignment of own department with other departments.
- Ability to drive change by identifying areas for improvement, engaging and motivating others and working through difficult transitions.
Problem Solving:
- Proactively works on problems of a complex scope where evaluation of contributing factors requires the analysis of situations or data and an in-depth knowledge and evaluation of various known and unknown factors.
- Seeks out all resources when selecting methods and techniques for obtaining results.
- Acts independently and proactively to direct method and procedure for problem resolution.
Physical Requirements:
Frequent:
- Sitting for extended periods of time.
- Using fingers to perform activities such as picking, pinching or typing.
- Repetitive Motions – frequent motions of the wrists, hands and/or fingers.
Occasional:
- Standing for extended periods of time at work station or equipment.
- Walking to move short distances quickly and frequently.
- Lifting – raising objects from lower to upper and/or moving objects horizontally – up to 25 lbs.
Visual Acuity:
- Close visual acuity to perform activities such as computer work, preparing and analyzing data, extensive reading.
WORKING ENVIRONMENT:
- Frequent exposure to low to moderate noise levels.
- Occasional exposure to moving mechanical parts or equipment.
- May be required to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) as needed when in production areas (i.e. safety glasses, hearing protection, gloves, etc.).
How We’ll Take Care of You
At Teva, better health starts from within, and that includes you. From day one, you’ll be supported with benefits designed to help you thrive in and out of work. This includes generous annual leave, reward plans, flexible working schedules (dependent on role), access to tailored health support, and meaningful ways to give back to the community. When it comes to your career, you’ll be encouraged to explore, evolve, and shape your path. Twist, our one-stop shop for career development platform, gives you access to a wide range of possibilities, from learning programs and short-term projects to opportunities for internal growth. Here, you’ll be part of a culture that empowers you to reach your goals and prioritize your wellbeing every step of the way.
We offer a competitive benefits package, including:
- Comprehensive Health Insurance: Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription coverage starting on the first day of employment, providing the employee enrolls.
- Retirement Savings: 401(k) with employer match, up to 6% and an annual 3.75% Defined Contribution to the 401k plan.
- Time Off: Paid Time Off including vacation, sick/safe time, caretaker time, and holiday.
- Life and Disability Protection: Company paid Life and Disability insurance.
- Additional benefits include, but are not limited to, Employee Assistance Program, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, Tuition Assistance, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Account, Life Style Spending Account, Volunteer Time Off, Paid Parental Leave, if eligible, Family Building Benefits, Virtual Physical Therapy, Accident, Critical Illness and Hospital Indemnity Insurances, Identity Theft Protection, Legal Plan, Voluntary Life Insurance and Long Term Disability and more.
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Teva’s Equal Employment Opportunity Commitment
Teva Pharmaceuticals is committed to equal opportunity in employment. It is Teva's global policy that equal employment opportunity be provided without regard to age, race, creed, color, religion, sex, disability, pregnancy, medical condition, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, ancestry, veteran status, national or ethnic origin or any other legally recognized status entitled to protection under applicable laws. We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace for all. If you are contacted for a job opportunity, please advise us of any accommodations needed to support you throughout the recruitment and selection process. All accommodation information provided will be treated as confidential and used only for the purpose of providing an accessible candidate experience.
Please advise us of any accommodations needed to support you throughout the recruitment and selection process. All accommodation information provided will be treated as confidential and used only for the purpose of providing an accessible candidate experience. Request a reasonable accommodation by sending an email to disabilityassistance@tevapharm.com with the nature of your request and your contact information. Only inquiries concerning a request for a reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.
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Teva Pharmaceuticals USA does not accept unsolicited assistance from agencies for employment opportunities. All CVs / resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at our company without a valid written search agreement in place for this position will be deemed the sole property of our company. No fee will be paid in the event a candidate is hired by our company as a result of an agency referral where no pre-existing agreement is in place. Where agency agreements are in place, introductions are position specific. Please, no phone calls or emails.
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Which companies sponsor visas for systems engineers in Utah?
Defense and aerospace contractors are among the most consistent sponsors for systems engineers in Utah. Northrop Grumman, Raytheon, and L3Harris have significant operations in Salt Lake City and Ogden and have filed H-1B visa Labor Condition Applications for systems engineering roles. On the tech side, companies in the Silicon Slopes corridor, including Adobe and Qualtrics, have also sponsored systems engineers. Sponsorship availability varies by role and hiring cycle.
Which visa types are most common for systems engineer roles in Utah?
The H-1B is the most common visa category for systems engineers in Utah. Systems engineering typically qualifies as a specialty occupation requiring at least a bachelor's degree in engineering, computer science, or a related field, meeting H-1B eligibility standards. Candidates from Australia may qualify for the E-3 visa, and Canadian and Mexican nationals may be eligible under the TN visa category, which includes engineers as a listed occupation.
Which cities in Utah have the most systems engineer sponsorship jobs?
Salt Lake City and its surrounding metro area, including Ogden to the north, account for the largest concentration of systems engineer sponsorship jobs in Utah, driven heavily by defense and aerospace employers. The Silicon Slopes corridor spanning Lehi, Provo, and Orem is a secondary hub with strong demand from enterprise software and SaaS companies. Smaller pockets of engineering hiring exist near Hill Air Force Base in Ogden, which supports a range of defense contractors.
How to find systems engineer visa sponsorship jobs in Utah?
Migrate Mate filters job listings specifically for roles where employers are open to visa sponsorship, making it easier to identify systems engineer positions in Utah without sorting through listings that exclude international candidates. You can search by role and state to surface relevant openings across Salt Lake City, the Silicon Slopes, and Ogden. Focusing on defense contractors and established tech employers in those areas tends to yield the most sponsorship-eligible postings.
Are there state-specific factors that affect systems engineer sponsorship in Utah?
Utah's concentration of defense and aerospace work means many systems engineer roles involve security clearances, which can complicate or limit sponsorship since some clearance levels require U.S. citizenship or permanent residency. However, not all systems engineer positions in Utah are clearance-dependent. The Silicon Slopes tech sector and commercial software companies operate without those restrictions and represent a more accessible sponsorship pathway for international candidates. Utah's relatively low cost of base also keeps prevailing wage requirements competitive compared to coastal markets.
What is the prevailing wage for sponsored systems engineer jobs in Utah?
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.