Process Engineering Technician Jobs in USA with Visa Sponsorship
Process Engineering Technician jobs attract visa sponsorship from manufacturers, chemical plants, and semiconductor fabs that file H-1B visa and TN visa petitions for candidates with hands-on process improvement credentials. Roles typically require a degree in engineering technology or a related field, satisfying the specialty occupation standard that underpins most work visa categories.
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Johns Manville is a leading manufacturer and marketer of premium-quality insulation and commercial roofing, along with glass fibers and nonwovens for commercial, industrial and residential applications. Our products are used in a wide variety of industries including building products, aerospace, automotive and transportation, filtration, commercial interiors, waterproofing and wind energy.
A proud member of the Berkshire Hathaway family of companies, we serve customers in more than 80 countries around the globe. We are committed to delivering positive and powerful experiences, because we are successful only when our employees and customers thrive. We are passionate, we care about people, we perform at a superior level, and we protect others and our environments.
Pay Range
$76,300.00-$104,900.00 Annual
This is the base salary pay range that an applicant can expect to make upon hire. Pay within this range will vary based upon relevant experience, skills, and education among other factors. In addition, this position is eligible for an incentive bonus.
Process Engineering Technician
The purpose of the Process Engineering Technician's role is to maintain and improve the manufacturing processes of Johns Manville's facility. The Process Engineering Technician will be responsible for auditing the performance of a designated workforce, measurement systems and methods of machine reliability and output. They will also work with corporate teams for machine and product testing and development.
Your Day to Day:
- Troubleshoot and correct process problems related to metric and training issues, equipment modifications and raw material changes
- Utilize engineering resources to develop and implement process controls
- Help implement standardized processes for continuous improvement of productivity, yield, uptime and quality including ISO documentation
- Assist in maintaining a safe work environment
- Assist in statistical methods and Design of Experiment (DOE) trials to optimize operating parameters and quantify improvements
- Aid with research, approval and implementation of equipment, product and process improvement efforts
- Daily oversight of the process identifying potential solutions to process issues that may include metric and/or training issues, and equipment modification
- Utilize customer complaint data to implement process improvements and reduce quality issues
- May be required to perform other related duties as assigned
- Schedule and lead downtime events for preventive maintenance and larger projects
- Will be in charge of developing and managing at least one hourly direct report
What You Bring to the Team:
- Associate degree, High School or Technical School diploma with a minimum of 3 years continuous operations manufacturing work experience
- Working knowledge of Lean manufacturing and equipment optimization preferred
- Ability to identify, prioritize and direct production and maintenance operations for day-to-day and long-term production improvement preferred
- Solid project management skills preferred
- May be required to further education in technical functions such as electrical, chemical, mechanical or other engineering disciplines
- Working knowledge of SOP/monitor and setting process perimeters
- Strong analytical skills and demonstrated mechanical aptitude
- Proven ability to lead, plan, organize, prioritize, and manage multiple projects
- Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
- Fundamental understanding of distributed control systems
- Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and Access
- Ability to interface at all levels of the organization, both internally and externally
- Demonstrated focus on safety
- Proven ability to set direction for supervised employees
- Minimal travel required (0 - 10 days per year)
- Work environment is typical of a manufacturing facility: May be exposed to environmental conditions of cold, heat, high noise levels, moving mechanical parts, heights, dust/mist/gas/fumes, extensive walking or climbing, etc.
- May be required to lift, carry, push or pull up to and including 25 pounds
Please Keep in Mind
If you do not meet 100% of these requirements, we at JM still want to hear from you. So, if you are interested in the role, we encourage you to apply so we can learn how your skills and talents can contribute to our team.
Benefits
Johns Manville (JM) offers a wide range of benefits to employees. Some are subsidized by the company and others are fully employee-paid. Health benefits include a choice of comprehensive medical plans, a dental plan, vision plan, wellness program and critical illness insurance. JM sponsors a 401(k) plan which includes a sizeable company match. JM offers paid vacation and also provides paid sick and parental leave for eligible employees.
Additionally, Johns Manville provides basic life insurance, short-term and long-term disability coverage, an employee assistance program, and business travel accident coverage. Supplemental life insurance and accidental death and dismemberment insurance are available as well. The company also offers a variety of tax saving accounts; health spending account, traditional flexible spending account, and a dependent care spending account. JM also offers a tuition reimbursement program for undergraduate and certain graduate programs.
Johns Manville supports employee growth with vast educational opportunities and a company-wide mentoring program. This program pairs employees and leaders to grow skills, build stronger internal networks and strengthen the company’s succession planning process. Johns Manville also offers soft and hard skills training facilitated by internal and external presenters. Our talent management team prioritizes the holistic growth of our workforce.
Diversity & Inclusion
Johns Manville believes diversity and inclusion in our workplace is critical for the long-term success of our company. We are committed to retaining, developing and attracting a diverse workforce that fosters an inclusive work environment in which all employees are treated with dignity and respect. This is the right thing to do for our employees, our company and our communities.
Incumbent must be physically able to perform essential job functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.
We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.
Who We Are
Johns Manville is a leading manufacturer and marketer of premium-quality insulation and commercial roofing, along with glass fibers and nonwovens for commercial, industrial and residential applications. Our products are used in a wide variety of industries including building products, aerospace, automotive and transportation, filtration, commercial interiors, waterproofing and wind energy.
A proud member of the Berkshire Hathaway family of companies, we serve customers in more than 80 countries around the globe. We are committed to delivering positive and powerful experiences, because we are successful only when our employees and customers thrive. We are passionate, we care about people, we perform at a superior level, and we protect others and our environments.
Pay Range
$76,300.00-$104,900.00 Annual
This is the base salary pay range that an applicant can expect to make upon hire. Pay within this range will vary based upon relevant experience, skills, and education among other factors. In addition, this position is eligible for an incentive bonus.
Process Engineering Technician
The purpose of the Process Engineering Technician's role is to maintain and improve the manufacturing processes of Johns Manville's facility. The Process Engineering Technician will be responsible for auditing the performance of a designated workforce, measurement systems and methods of machine reliability and output. They will also work with corporate teams for machine and product testing and development.
Your Day to Day:
- Troubleshoot and correct process problems related to metric and training issues, equipment modifications and raw material changes
- Utilize engineering resources to develop and implement process controls
- Help implement standardized processes for continuous improvement of productivity, yield, uptime and quality including ISO documentation
- Assist in maintaining a safe work environment
- Assist in statistical methods and Design of Experiment (DOE) trials to optimize operating parameters and quantify improvements
- Aid with research, approval and implementation of equipment, product and process improvement efforts
- Daily oversight of the process identifying potential solutions to process issues that may include metric and/or training issues, and equipment modification
- Utilize customer complaint data to implement process improvements and reduce quality issues
- May be required to perform other related duties as assigned
- Schedule and lead downtime events for preventive maintenance and larger projects
- Will be in charge of developing and managing at least one hourly direct report
What You Bring to the Team:
- Associate degree, High School or Technical School diploma with a minimum of 3 years continuous operations manufacturing work experience
- Working knowledge of Lean manufacturing and equipment optimization preferred
- Ability to identify, prioritize and direct production and maintenance operations for day-to-day and long-term production improvement preferred
- Solid project management skills preferred
- May be required to further education in technical functions such as electrical, chemical, mechanical or other engineering disciplines
- Working knowledge of SOP/monitor and setting process perimeters
- Strong analytical skills and demonstrated mechanical aptitude
- Proven ability to lead, plan, organize, prioritize, and manage multiple projects
- Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
- Fundamental understanding of distributed control systems
- Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and Access
- Ability to interface at all levels of the organization, both internally and externally
- Demonstrated focus on safety
- Proven ability to set direction for supervised employees
- Minimal travel required (0 - 10 days per year)
- Work environment is typical of a manufacturing facility: May be exposed to environmental conditions of cold, heat, high noise levels, moving mechanical parts, heights, dust/mist/gas/fumes, extensive walking or climbing, etc.
- May be required to lift, carry, push or pull up to and including 25 pounds
Please Keep in Mind
If you do not meet 100% of these requirements, we at JM still want to hear from you. So, if you are interested in the role, we encourage you to apply so we can learn how your skills and talents can contribute to our team.
Benefits
Johns Manville (JM) offers a wide range of benefits to employees. Some are subsidized by the company and others are fully employee-paid. Health benefits include a choice of comprehensive medical plans, a dental plan, vision plan, wellness program and critical illness insurance. JM sponsors a 401(k) plan which includes a sizeable company match. JM offers paid vacation and also provides paid sick and parental leave for eligible employees.
Additionally, Johns Manville provides basic life insurance, short-term and long-term disability coverage, an employee assistance program, and business travel accident coverage. Supplemental life insurance and accidental death and dismemberment insurance are available as well. The company also offers a variety of tax saving accounts; health spending account, traditional flexible spending account, and a dependent care spending account. JM also offers a tuition reimbursement program for undergraduate and certain graduate programs.
Johns Manville supports employee growth with vast educational opportunities and a company-wide mentoring program. This program pairs employees and leaders to grow skills, build stronger internal networks and strengthen the company’s succession planning process. Johns Manville also offers soft and hard skills training facilitated by internal and external presenters. Our talent management team prioritizes the holistic growth of our workforce.
Diversity & Inclusion
Johns Manville believes diversity and inclusion in our workplace is critical for the long-term success of our company. We are committed to retaining, developing and attracting a diverse workforce that fosters an inclusive work environment in which all employees are treated with dignity and respect. This is the right thing to do for our employees, our company and our communities.
Incumbent must be physically able to perform essential job functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.
We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Visa Sponsorship as a Process Engineering Technician
Align your credentials to specialty occupation
Your degree field must directly connect to process engineering work, not just engineering broadly. An engineering technology degree in manufacturing, chemical, or industrial processes maps more cleanly than a general science degree when USCIS reviews specialty occupation.
Verify prevailing wage before accepting offers
Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up the Level I through Level IV wage for process engineering technician roles in your target metro. An offer below the certified wage tier will stall the LCA and delay your start date.
Target manufacturers with active LCA filing history
Use Migrate Mate to identify employers with verified sponsorship history for process and manufacturing technician roles, so you're applying to companies that have already navigated the filing process rather than those attempting it for the first time.
Distinguish TN eligibility from H-1B early
If you hold Canadian or Mexican citizenship, TN status can cover process engineering roles classified under engineering technologist on the USMCA list, with no annual cap and no lottery. Confirm the job description explicitly references engineering work before relying on TN.
Prepare documentation of hands-on process work
Employers filing an H-1B or sponsoring a PERM green card for a technician role often face RFEs questioning whether the position truly requires a degree. Detailed records of SOP authorship, Six Sigma projects, or process validation reports strengthen the specialty occupation argument.
Clarify employer E-Verify status before STEM OPT
If you're extending OPT under STEM authorization, your employer must be enrolled in E-Verify before your training plan is signed. Many small contract manufacturers aren't enrolled, so confirm enrollment status during offer negotiations rather than after signing.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Process Engineering Technician role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
It depends on how the job is written. USCIS requires the position to normally require at least a bachelor's degree in a directly related field. Technician titles sometimes draw scrutiny because some employers accept associate degrees or equivalent experience. Roles that explicitly require a degree in engineering technology, chemical engineering, or manufacturing engineering, and that involve process validation, statistical process control, or equipment qualification, hold up better than broadly defined technician postings.
Which visa categories realistically cover Process Engineering Technician jobs?
H-1B is the most common path for employer-sponsored process technician roles that meet the specialty occupation threshold. Canadian and Mexican nationals may qualify under TN status if the role aligns with engineering technologist classifications on the USMCA list. F-1 students in engineering or engineering technology programs can work in relevant roles through OPT or STEM OPT while pursuing sponsorship. H-2B visa does not apply, as this role is not seasonal or temporary non-agricultural work.
How do I find employers who actively sponsor visas for Process Engineering Technician roles?
Migrate Mate lists employers with verified sponsorship history for process and manufacturing engineering roles, so you can focus your applications on companies that have already filed for similar positions rather than guessing at willingness from a job posting.
Does my engineering technology degree from outside the U.S. qualify for specialty occupation purposes?
Foreign degrees are acceptable, but USCIS requires a credential evaluation confirming the degree is equivalent to a U.S. bachelor's degree in a directly related field. A three-year engineering technology diploma from a recognized institution may or may not meet this bar depending on the evaluator and the specific program. Get a course-by-course evaluation from a NACES-member service before you're deep into the sponsorship process, not after an RFE arrives.
Can a process engineering technician employer sponsor a green card, and how does that process work?
Yes. Employers can sponsor through the EB-3 skilled worker or EB-2 categories depending on the role's degree requirements. Most cases require PERM labor certification first, where the employer advertises the position to demonstrate no qualified U.S. workers are available. EB-3 requires at least two years of experience or training. Applicants from most countries outside India and China typically see shorter priority date backlogs, though wait times shift regularly based on visa bulletin movement.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Process Engineering Technician 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.