Production Engineering Manager Jobs in USA with Visa Sponsorship
Production Engineering Managers oversee manufacturing systems, process optimization, and engineering teams, roles that consistently qualify for H-1B and EB-2 sponsorship. Most employers require a bachelor's degree in mechanical, industrial, or manufacturing engineering, making this a strong specialty occupation for visa candidates. For detailed occupation requirements, see the O*NET profile.
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ASML US brings together the most creative minds in science and technology to develop lithography machines that are key to producing faster, cheaper, more energy-efficient microchips. We design, develop, integrate, market and service these advanced machines, which enable our customers—the world’s leading chipmakers—to reduce the size and increase the functionality of their microchips, which in turn leads to smaller, more powerful consumer electronics. Our headquarters are in Veldhoven, the Netherlands, and we have 18 office locations around the United States including main offices in Chandler, Arizona, San Jose and San Diego, California, Wilton, Connecticut, and Hillsboro, Oregon. ASML is the world’s leading provider of lithography systems for the semiconductor industry, manufacturing complex machines that are critical to the production of integrated circuits or microchips. This position is for a Group Lead (Manager) to manage the FLS (First Line Support) department in EUV Production Engineering (PE) responsible for NXE Modules on second shift. Manager is expected to have an innovative attitude to work in Manufacturing Engineering, and the ability to manage engineers of varying disciplines and backgrounds. The position will have a direct connection to module output, as this group will serve as the backbone for process improvements and structural problem solving in NXE.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Responsible for people management and career development activities including recruiting, onboarding, training, mentoring, coaching, and performance evaluation.
- Develop and maintain department long-term financial plan, Target Annual Plan (TAP).
- Drive business cases development and support project leads in Configuration Control Board meetings.
- Represent and support Production Engineering teams in management-level progress reviews and cross-sector meetings.
- Working with and supporting development engineers to converge on an overall design solution that addresses comprehensive production manufacturability with high level of diagnostics for troubleshooting.
- Responsible for leading production engineering group developing and maintaining module manufacturing processes.
- Responsible for leading production engineering group investigating technical issues both analytically using design documentation and physically with hands-on in a production environment.
- Responsible for leading production engineering group supporting operations to deliver modules on time that meet high standards of quality.
- Report production status, issues, gaps and barriers to Sr. Management. Timely escalate in case of issue that can’t be solved within the own circle of influence.
- Drive cross-sector teams to achieve high standards of quality for both product and tooling.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
- Minimum of Bachelors Degree in Engineering required; MS or MBA preferred or equivalent experience.
- 5+ years in production/manufacturing challenging technical environment with at least 2+ years of experience in a leadership capacity including direct or indirect people management.
SKILLS
- Experience directly leading an engineering group.
- Experience developing manufacturing processes.
- Experience in developing Manufacturing readiness plans to introduce new products into Production.
- Experience in leading cross-sector teams to implement Manufacturing readiness plans for new product industrialization.
- Experience in developing budgetary needs for capital equipment and headcount.
- Experience in managing new product introduction and industrialization.
- Background in manufacturing engineering is preferred.
- Background in electromechanical equipment/interfaces is preferred.
- Can observe and respond to people and situations and interact with others encountered in the course of work.
- Can learn and apply new information or skills.
- Must be able to read and interpret data, information, and documents.
- Strong customer focus and commitment to customer satisfaction through prioritization, quality, efficiency and professionalism.
- Ability to complete assignments with attention to detail and high degree of accuracy.
- Proven ability to perform effectively in a demanding environment with changing workloads and deadlines.
- Result driven—demonstrate ownership and accountability.
- Identifies bottlenecks and drives improvements.
- Work independently or as part of a team and follow through on assignments with minimal supervision.
- Demonstrate open, clear, concise and professional communication.
- Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with manager, co-workers and customer.
- Work according to a strict set of procedures within the provided timelines.
- Ability to inspire and to coach individuals and groups to achieve career development and performance targets.
- Possess strong leadership and ownership characteristics—demonstrated commitment to achieving results on time.
- Have strong written and oral communicative skills—ability to communicate effectively to your team and to senior management.
- Demonstrated “team player” with a quality orientation and interpersonal skills.
- Capability to interface with multidisciplinary groups (including senior leadership), and be willing to take on responsibility, follow through and keep multiple simultaneous projects on schedule.
OTHER INFORMATION
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- The employee is required to work in a cleanroom environment: full gowning (full body coveralls, hood, CR safety shoes, face mask, nitrile gloves and safety glasses. Working under ISO 9000/14000 standards).
- Operating/working around overhead cranes, fork trucks and motorized pallet movers.
- Working around lasers; working with ladders; working on platforms; and working around chemicals.
- The employee is occasionally required to move around the campus.
- The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to 35 pounds.
- May require travel dependent on company needs.
- The environment generally is moderate in temperature and noise level.
There is potential for exposure to strong magnetic fields, high voltage and currents. This position requires access to controlled technology, as defined in the United States Export Administration Regulations (15 C.F.R. 730, et seq.). Qualified candidates must be legally authorized to access such controlled technology prior to beginning work. Business demands may require ASML to proceed with candidates who are immediately eligible to access controlled technology.
INCLUSION AND DIVERSITY
ASML is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values and respects the importance of a diverse and inclusive workforce. It is the policy of the company to recruit, hire, train and promote persons in all job titles without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, or gender identity. We recognize that inclusion and diversity is a driving force in the success of our company.
REQUEST AN ACCOMMODATION
ASML provides reasonable accommodations to applicants for ASML employment and ASML employees with disabilities. An accommodation is a change in work rules, facilities, or conditions which enable an individual with a disability to apply for a job, perform the essential functions of a job, and/or enjoy equal access to the benefits and privileges of employment. If you are in need of an accommodation to complete an application, participate in an interview, or otherwise participate in the employee pre-selection process, please send an email to USHR_Accommodation@asml.com to initiate the company’s reasonable accommodation process.
Please note: This email address is solely intended to provide a method for applicants to initiate ASML’s process to request accommodation(s). Any recruitment questions should be directed to the designated Talent Acquisition member for the position.
INTRODUCTION
ASML US brings together the most creative minds in science and technology to develop lithography machines that are key to producing faster, cheaper, more energy-efficient microchips. We design, develop, integrate, market and service these advanced machines, which enable our customers—the world’s leading chipmakers—to reduce the size and increase the functionality of their microchips, which in turn leads to smaller, more powerful consumer electronics. Our headquarters are in Veldhoven, the Netherlands, and we have 18 office locations around the United States including main offices in Chandler, Arizona, San Jose and San Diego, California, Wilton, Connecticut, and Hillsboro, Oregon. ASML is the world’s leading provider of lithography systems for the semiconductor industry, manufacturing complex machines that are critical to the production of integrated circuits or microchips. This position is for a Group Lead (Manager) to manage the FLS (First Line Support) department in EUV Production Engineering (PE) responsible for NXE Modules on second shift. Manager is expected to have an innovative attitude to work in Manufacturing Engineering, and the ability to manage engineers of varying disciplines and backgrounds. The position will have a direct connection to module output, as this group will serve as the backbone for process improvements and structural problem solving in NXE.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Responsible for people management and career development activities including recruiting, onboarding, training, mentoring, coaching, and performance evaluation.
- Develop and maintain department long-term financial plan, Target Annual Plan (TAP).
- Drive business cases development and support project leads in Configuration Control Board meetings.
- Represent and support Production Engineering teams in management-level progress reviews and cross-sector meetings.
- Working with and supporting development engineers to converge on an overall design solution that addresses comprehensive production manufacturability with high level of diagnostics for troubleshooting.
- Responsible for leading production engineering group developing and maintaining module manufacturing processes.
- Responsible for leading production engineering group investigating technical issues both analytically using design documentation and physically with hands-on in a production environment.
- Responsible for leading production engineering group supporting operations to deliver modules on time that meet high standards of quality.
- Report production status, issues, gaps and barriers to Sr. Management. Timely escalate in case of issue that can’t be solved within the own circle of influence.
- Drive cross-sector teams to achieve high standards of quality for both product and tooling.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
- Minimum of Bachelors Degree in Engineering required; MS or MBA preferred or equivalent experience.
- 5+ years in production/manufacturing challenging technical environment with at least 2+ years of experience in a leadership capacity including direct or indirect people management.
SKILLS
- Experience directly leading an engineering group.
- Experience developing manufacturing processes.
- Experience in developing Manufacturing readiness plans to introduce new products into Production.
- Experience in leading cross-sector teams to implement Manufacturing readiness plans for new product industrialization.
- Experience in developing budgetary needs for capital equipment and headcount.
- Experience in managing new product introduction and industrialization.
- Background in manufacturing engineering is preferred.
- Background in electromechanical equipment/interfaces is preferred.
- Can observe and respond to people and situations and interact with others encountered in the course of work.
- Can learn and apply new information or skills.
- Must be able to read and interpret data, information, and documents.
- Strong customer focus and commitment to customer satisfaction through prioritization, quality, efficiency and professionalism.
- Ability to complete assignments with attention to detail and high degree of accuracy.
- Proven ability to perform effectively in a demanding environment with changing workloads and deadlines.
- Result driven—demonstrate ownership and accountability.
- Identifies bottlenecks and drives improvements.
- Work independently or as part of a team and follow through on assignments with minimal supervision.
- Demonstrate open, clear, concise and professional communication.
- Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with manager, co-workers and customer.
- Work according to a strict set of procedures within the provided timelines.
- Ability to inspire and to coach individuals and groups to achieve career development and performance targets.
- Possess strong leadership and ownership characteristics—demonstrated commitment to achieving results on time.
- Have strong written and oral communicative skills—ability to communicate effectively to your team and to senior management.
- Demonstrated “team player” with a quality orientation and interpersonal skills.
- Capability to interface with multidisciplinary groups (including senior leadership), and be willing to take on responsibility, follow through and keep multiple simultaneous projects on schedule.
OTHER INFORMATION
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- The employee is required to work in a cleanroom environment: full gowning (full body coveralls, hood, CR safety shoes, face mask, nitrile gloves and safety glasses. Working under ISO 9000/14000 standards).
- Operating/working around overhead cranes, fork trucks and motorized pallet movers.
- Working around lasers; working with ladders; working on platforms; and working around chemicals.
- The employee is occasionally required to move around the campus.
- The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to 35 pounds.
- May require travel dependent on company needs.
- The environment generally is moderate in temperature and noise level.
There is potential for exposure to strong magnetic fields, high voltage and currents. This position requires access to controlled technology, as defined in the United States Export Administration Regulations (15 C.F.R. 730, et seq.). Qualified candidates must be legally authorized to access such controlled technology prior to beginning work. Business demands may require ASML to proceed with candidates who are immediately eligible to access controlled technology.
INCLUSION AND DIVERSITY
ASML is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values and respects the importance of a diverse and inclusive workforce. It is the policy of the company to recruit, hire, train and promote persons in all job titles without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, or gender identity. We recognize that inclusion and diversity is a driving force in the success of our company.
REQUEST AN ACCOMMODATION
ASML provides reasonable accommodations to applicants for ASML employment and ASML employees with disabilities. An accommodation is a change in work rules, facilities, or conditions which enable an individual with a disability to apply for a job, perform the essential functions of a job, and/or enjoy equal access to the benefits and privileges of employment. If you are in need of an accommodation to complete an application, participate in an interview, or otherwise participate in the employee pre-selection process, please send an email to USHR_Accommodation@asml.com to initiate the company’s reasonable accommodation process.
Please note: This email address is solely intended to provide a method for applicants to initiate ASML’s process to request accommodation(s). Any recruitment questions should be directed to the designated Talent Acquisition member for the position.
How to Get Visa Sponsorship as a Production Engineering Manager
Lead with your engineering degree first
USCIS approves Production Engineering Manager petitions fastest when the applicant holds a bachelor's or higher in mechanical, industrial, or manufacturing engineering. Front-load your degree field in every application document before listing experience.
Target employers with established H-1B track records
Large manufacturers, aerospace firms, and automotive companies file H-1B petitions for engineering management roles routinely. Employers already familiar with the process move faster and make fewer errors that delay approvals or trigger RFEs.
Get your job description reviewed before the LCA is filed
The Labor Condition Application locks in your job duties. If the description reads too broadly, lacking specific engineering systems or production scope, USCIS may question specialty occupation status. Review it before your employer submits.
Document production systems you've owned, not just supervised
Strong petitions show direct technical ownership: equipment qualification, process capability studies, yield improvement programs. Managerial titles without documented engineering depth can attract RFEs questioning whether the role requires a specialized degree.
Start the PERM process early if green card is the goal
EB-3 PERM for Production Engineering Managers typically requires a bachelor's in engineering as the minimum requirement. Starting PERM while on H-1B status preserves your priority date and avoids gaps if your visa status changes between renewals.
Understand which visa categories this role realistically qualifies for
Most Production Engineering Managers pursue H-1B or TN (for Canadians and Mexicans). O-1A is possible but requires documented extraordinary achievement. An immigration attorney can assess your profile against current USCIS approval patterns before you apply.
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Does a Production Engineering Manager role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
Yes, in most cases. USCIS consistently approves H-1B petitions for Production Engineering Managers when the position requires a bachelor's degree or higher in mechanical, industrial, or manufacturing engineering. The key is that the job description must establish a direct relationship between the specific engineering degree and the actual duties performed, broad management language without technical specificity can trigger a Request for Evidence.
What degree do I need for an employer to sponsor me as a Production Engineering Manager?
Most employers and USCIS approvals for this role require a bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, industrial engineering, manufacturing engineering, or a closely related field. General business or management degrees are unlikely to satisfy specialty occupation requirements unless paired with significant, documented engineering coursework. Some employers also accept a master's degree in engineering management as a substitute.
How likely is my H-1B petition to be approved for this role?
Approval rates for Production Engineering Manager H-1B petitions are generally strong compared to more ambiguous job titles, because the engineering degree requirement is well-established. The biggest risk factors are job descriptions that emphasize coordination and oversight over technical engineering work, and applicants whose degree field doesn't align directly with the production systems they'll manage. A well-drafted petition with specific technical duties significantly improves outcomes.
Can I transfer my H-1B sponsorship if I change employers in this field?
Yes. H-1B portability allows you to change employers and begin working for the new company once the transfer petition is filed, without waiting for approval, provided you were previously in valid H-1B status. Your new employer files a fresh I-129 petition. For Production Engineering Managers, the specialty occupation argument carries over cleanly if the new role has comparable technical duties and degree requirements.
Where can I find Production Engineering Manager jobs that offer visa sponsorship?
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What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Production Engineering Manager 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.
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