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Principal Manufacturing Engineer roles qualify as specialty occupations under H-1B visa, with employers routinely filing Labor Condition Applications for candidates holding degrees in mechanical, industrial, or manufacturing engineering. EB-2 and EB-3 green card paths are both viable, and TN visa status covers Canadian and Mexican engineers under the USMCA engineer category.
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Position Description:
Principal Manufacturing Engineer for Medtronic, Inc. in Jacksonville, FL. Responsible for coordinating and executing the Medtronic site Verification and Validation (V&V) deliverables, for supplier transfers within the Supplier Optimization group (Transfer Office) under the Operations Innovation team. Assist with defining Quality Impact Level (QIL) of supplier qualified product. Design assembly and holding fixtures, coordinate supplier fabrication, and develop protocols, reports, process instructions, preventive maintenance plans, and calibration schedules. Navigate the complexities of various government and industry regulations to include FDA 21 CFR part 820, European Union Medical Device Regulation (EU MDR), ISO 13485, ISO 14971, and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP). Responsible for the PPAP (Production Part Approval Process) for supplier provided goods. Leverage IQ (Installation Qualification), OQ (Operational Qualification), and PQ (Performance Qualification). Utilize Minitab and associated statistical tools including TMV (Test Method Validation), Capability (Ppk / Tolerance Intervals), and SPC (Statistical Process Control). Responsible for providing Control Plans, Process Flow Maps, and PFMEA (Process Failure Mode and Effects Analysis). Coordinate the creation and approval of V&V protocols / reports to include top-level assembly or sub-assembly test acceptance criteria, sample sizes based on component/feature criticality, and sampling plans. Leverage AGILE, SAP, and ERP system knowledge based on Medtronic Operating Unit/site requirements. Execute First Article Inspection activities and summation of results. Update all BOM (Bill of Material) structure within the appropriate QMS (Quality Mgmt. System). Relocation assistance is not available for this position. #LI-DNI.
Basic Qualifications:
Masters’ Degree in Mechanical, Industrial, or Biomedical Engineering or related engineering field and five (5) years of experience as a manufacturing or design engineer for medical devices,
or,
Bachelors’ Degree in Mechanical, Industrial, or Biomedical Engineering or related engineering field and seven (7) years of experience as a manufacturing or design engineer for medical devices.
Must possess at least five (5) years’ experience with each of the following:
- FDA 21 CFR part 820, EU MDR, ISO 13485, ISO 14971, and GMP
- PPAP and IQ/OQ/PQ
- Minitab, TMV, Capability (Ppk / Tolerance Intervals), and SPC
- Control Plan, Process Flow Map, and PFMEA
- Creation and approval of V&V protocols, reports for top-level assembly and sub-assembly test acceptance criteria, sample sizes based on component/feature criticality, and sampling plans
- AGILE, SAP, and ERP systems
- Executing First Article Inspection activities and summation of results
- Updating BOM structure within QMS
Salary: $144,000 to $184,800 per year
The following benefits and additional compensation are available to those regular employees who work 20+ hours per week: Health, Dental and vision insurance, Health Savings Account, Healthcare Flexible Spending Account, Life insurance, Long-term disability leave, Dependent daycare spending account, Tuition assistance/reimbursement, and Simple Steps (global well-being program). The following benefits and additional compensation are available to all regular employees: Incentive plans, 401(k) plan plus employer contribution and match, Short-term disability, Paid time off, Paid holidays, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, Employee Assistance Program, Non-qualified Retirement Plan Supplement (subject to IRS earning minimums), and Capital Accumulation Plan (available to Vice Presidents and above, or subject to IRS earning minimums).
Regular employees are those who are not temporary, such as interns. Temporary employees are eligible for paid sick time, as required under applicable state law, and the Employee Stock Purchase Plan. Please note some of the above benefits may not apply to workers in Puerto Rico.
Further details are available at the link below:
Medtronic benefits and compensation plans
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Visa Sponsorship as a Principal Manufacturing Engineer
Align your credentials to specialty occupation standards
USCIS evaluates whether your role requires a directly related bachelor's degree, not just any engineering degree. Pull the O*NET profile for Principal Manufacturing Engineer and cross-reference your diploma field and job duties before your first application.
Target manufacturers with active LCA filing histories
Aerospace, automotive, medical device, and semiconductor manufacturers file Labor Condition Applications at the highest volume for this title. Use Migrate Mate to browse verified sponsors by industry so you're focusing your applications where filing history already exists.
Verify prevailing wage tier before accepting an offer
Principal-level roles typically land at DOL wage Level III or IV. Run the OFLC Wage Search using your specific metro area and manufacturing sub-sector before you negotiate, so you know whether the employer's offer clears the LCA threshold.
Flag process-ownership duties in your resume explicitly
H-1B specialty occupation RFEs for manufacturing engineers often challenge whether the role truly requires a degree. Documenting that you own process validation, design-of-experiments, or failure-mode analysis, not just execute tasks, strengthens the employer's petition.
Ask about PERM labor certification timing at the offer stage
If your long-term goal is a green card, ask whether the employer has started or will start a PERM labor certification. The recruitment and prevailing wage determination process under PERM can take 12 to 18 months before an I-140 petition can even be filed.
Confirm TN eligibility if you hold a Canadian or Mexican passport
Canadian and Mexican nationals with an engineering degree can apply for TN status at the border or port of entry for this role without a lottery. Bring your degree transcript, an employer offer letter specifying the engineering duties, and your credentials.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Principal Manufacturing Engineer role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
Yes. USCIS treats manufacturing engineering roles requiring a bachelor's degree in mechanical, industrial, or manufacturing engineering as specialty occupations. The principal-level title strengthens the case because it implies complex, independent judgment rather than routine tasks. If your job description includes process engineering design, failure analysis, or cross-functional technical leadership, the specialty occupation argument is well-supported.
What visa options exist for a Principal Manufacturing Engineer beyond H-1B?
TN status covers Canadian and Mexican nationals with an engineering degree and a qualifying job offer, with no lottery involved. EB-2 and EB-3 green card paths are available through employer-sponsored PERM labor certification. Candidates with peer-reviewed publications, patents, or industry awards may also qualify for an O-1A extraordinary ability visa, which bypasses the H-1B cap entirely.
How do I find employers who actively sponsor visas for this role?
Migrate Mate lists U.S. employers with verified LCA sponsorship history for engineering roles, searchable by location and job type. Manufacturing sectors with the most consistent sponsorship activity include aerospace, medical devices, semiconductors, and automotive supply chains.
Does my engineering degree field matter if I have years of experience in manufacturing?
For H-1B, the degree field must be directly related to the role, not just any engineering discipline. A degree in mechanical, industrial, manufacturing, or materials engineering typically aligns cleanly. USCIS may issue a Request for Evidence if the degree is in an unrelated field, even with strong experience. The O*NET occupation profile lists the standard degree requirements for this title.
Is green card sponsorship realistic for this job title, and how long does it take?
Green card sponsorship through EB-2 or EB-3 is realistic for Principal Manufacturing Engineers, as the role is classified as a skilled professional position. The PERM labor certification process typically adds 12 to 18 months before I-140 filing. For applicants from India or China, priority date backlogs at USCIS can extend the total timeline significantly, while applicants from most other countries face far shorter waits.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Principal Manufacturing Engineer jobs?
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.