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Location: Reading, PA, US, 19610
Company: AkzoNobel
About AkzoNobel
Since 1792, we’ve been supplying the innovative paints and coatings that help to color people’s lives and protect what matters most. Our world class portfolio of brands – including Dulux, International, Sikkens and Interpon – is trusted by customers around the globe. We’re active in more than 150 countries and use our expertise to sustain and enhance the fabric of everyday life. Because we believe every surface is an opportunity. It’s what you’d expect from a pioneering and long-established paints company that’s dedicated to providing sustainable solutions and preserving the best of what we have today – while creating an even better tomorrow. Let’s paint the future together.
Job Purpose
The Engineering Manager is responsible for all Site Engineering and Maintenance activity, including all safety, quality, continuous process improvement efforts, and execution of capital projects. Reporting to the Engineering Manager, directly and indirectly, will be all Maintenance and Engineering personnel (project and process engineers). This facility has been categorized as a high hazard facility within AkzoNobel framework, as well as OSHA Process Safety Managed.
This position is located in Reading, PA.
Key Responsibilities
As SRE (Site Responsible Engineer)
- Champion the Process Safety Management Program and ensure compliance with OSHA and AkzoNobel standards.
- Evaluate and execute continuous process improvements and lean manufacturing initiatives.
- Responsible for the Capital Investments Plan for the site, prioritizing projects with all stakeholders; coordinates the implementation of projects with the HSE&S, Quality, and Production Departments. Annual Budget 2 million Euro.
- Owner of Engineering and Maintenance Policies and Procedures to ensure a properly trained, safe and efficient work force.
- Responsible for the selection, training, development and motivation of all maintenance and engineering personnel.
Maintenance Responsibilities
- Assure that assets are utilized and maintained properly to maximize shareholder value.
- Analyze equipment reliability and implement action plans to reduce and eliminate failures.
- Responsible for negotiation with subcontractors and suppliers on contract, pricing and terms and optimizes activities performed by them.
- Ensures compliance with all HSE&S procedures and regulations.
- Engages the team by providing good communication and fostering excellent teamwork.
As a member of the Site Management Team
- Participates on the ALPS-CI Site Steering Committee. Responsible for certain Continuous Improvement Programs.
- This management position includes HSE&S responsibilities and HSE&S training requirements as documented in Reading Site BMS 4.3.11 HSES Responsibilities and Training.
- All site management position team members have health, safety, environmental and security responsibilities including HSES management and improvement, health and safety rules for employees and contractors, security of people and assets, management of change, meeting of regulatory requirements, environmental protection and pollution prevention, sustainability and lifesaving rules.
- Responsibilities that include contractor management, asset integrity, process and equipment design, equipment operation, maintenance and equipment integrity.
- Site management position team members have access to the HSES training resources and have the responsibility to use these resources to complete the required training.
- Participate in the Safety Journey. Adhere to the Golden Principle which is Simply to intervene to stop work if conditions or behaviour are unsafe.
- Promotes health, safety and environmental regulations by ensuring that standards, policies, and procedures are adhered to in compliance with corporate, federal, state, and local requirements.
- Performs other duties as required for the success of Akzo Nobel.
Job Requirements
- BS in Engineering required (Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical preferred).
- 7 years’ experience in Engineering.
- Experience with DCS (especially ABB) platform is preferred.
Preferred candidate will have experience in a chemistry/coatings/resin plant and be familiar with implementing OSHA PSM. Experience executing and leading Hazard Study reviews, Pre Startup Safety Reviews, and Management of Change is strongly desired.
Candidate should show demonstrated process improvements through structured methodology (A3, root cause, PDCA, Lean, Six Sigma, etc). Certifications (Green/Black belt) are preferred.
Candidate should have strong Microsoft Office/Power BI/Sharepoint skills.
Must have excellent communication skills (verbal and written) capable of conversing and being understood by employees at all levels of the supply chain. Direct people management experience preferred. Exceptional aptitude in technical writing, particularly for Capital Requests and Training documents, is required.
Benefits
- 401K retirement savings with 6% company match
- Eligible for annual bonus
- Medical insurance with HSA
- Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D benefits
- Generous vacation, sick and holiday pay
- Short & Long term disability
- Paid Parental leave after 1 year
- Career growth opportunities
- Active Diversity & Inclusion Networks
- Employee referral bonus
- Employee appreciation days
Competencies
Accepting Direction
Accepting Responsibility
Acquiring Information
At AkzoNobel we are highly committed to ensuring an inclusive and respectful workplace where all employees can be their best self. We strive to embrace diversity in a context of tolerance. Our talent acquisition process plays an integral part in this journey, as setting the foundations for a diverse environment. For this reason we train and educate on the implications of our Unconscious Bias in order for our TA and hiring managers to be mindful of them and take corrective actions when applicable. In our organization, all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age or disability.
Requisition ID: 54407
LI-CH3
Nearest Major Market: Reading PA
Date: Jun 24, 2026
Location: Reading, PA, US, 19610
Company: AkzoNobel
About AkzoNobel
Since 1792, we’ve been supplying the innovative paints and coatings that help to color people’s lives and protect what matters most. Our world class portfolio of brands – including Dulux, International, Sikkens and Interpon – is trusted by customers around the globe. We’re active in more than 150 countries and use our expertise to sustain and enhance the fabric of everyday life. Because we believe every surface is an opportunity. It’s what you’d expect from a pioneering and long-established paints company that’s dedicated to providing sustainable solutions and preserving the best of what we have today – while creating an even better tomorrow. Let’s paint the future together.
Job Purpose
The Engineering Manager is responsible for all Site Engineering and Maintenance activity, including all safety, quality, continuous process improvement efforts, and execution of capital projects. Reporting to the Engineering Manager, directly and indirectly, will be all Maintenance and Engineering personnel (project and process engineers). This facility has been categorized as a high hazard facility within AkzoNobel framework, as well as OSHA Process Safety Managed.
This position is located in Reading, PA.
Key Responsibilities
As SRE (Site Responsible Engineer)
- Champion the Process Safety Management Program and ensure compliance with OSHA and AkzoNobel standards.
- Evaluate and execute continuous process improvements and lean manufacturing initiatives.
- Responsible for the Capital Investments Plan for the site, prioritizing projects with all stakeholders; coordinates the implementation of projects with the HSE&S, Quality, and Production Departments. Annual Budget 2 million Euro.
- Owner of Engineering and Maintenance Policies and Procedures to ensure a properly trained, safe and efficient work force.
- Responsible for the selection, training, development and motivation of all maintenance and engineering personnel.
Maintenance Responsibilities
- Assure that assets are utilized and maintained properly to maximize shareholder value.
- Analyze equipment reliability and implement action plans to reduce and eliminate failures.
- Responsible for negotiation with subcontractors and suppliers on contract, pricing and terms and optimizes activities performed by them.
- Ensures compliance with all HSE&S procedures and regulations.
- Engages the team by providing good communication and fostering excellent teamwork.
As a member of the Site Management Team
- Participates on the ALPS-CI Site Steering Committee. Responsible for certain Continuous Improvement Programs.
- This management position includes HSE&S responsibilities and HSE&S training requirements as documented in Reading Site BMS 4.3.11 HSES Responsibilities and Training.
- All site management position team members have health, safety, environmental and security responsibilities including HSES management and improvement, health and safety rules for employees and contractors, security of people and assets, management of change, meeting of regulatory requirements, environmental protection and pollution prevention, sustainability and lifesaving rules.
- Responsibilities that include contractor management, asset integrity, process and equipment design, equipment operation, maintenance and equipment integrity.
- Site management position team members have access to the HSES training resources and have the responsibility to use these resources to complete the required training.
- Participate in the Safety Journey. Adhere to the Golden Principle which is Simply to intervene to stop work if conditions or behaviour are unsafe.
- Promotes health, safety and environmental regulations by ensuring that standards, policies, and procedures are adhered to in compliance with corporate, federal, state, and local requirements.
- Performs other duties as required for the success of Akzo Nobel.
Job Requirements
- BS in Engineering required (Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical preferred).
- 7 years’ experience in Engineering.
- Experience with DCS (especially ABB) platform is preferred.
Preferred candidate will have experience in a chemistry/coatings/resin plant and be familiar with implementing OSHA PSM. Experience executing and leading Hazard Study reviews, Pre Startup Safety Reviews, and Management of Change is strongly desired.
Candidate should show demonstrated process improvements through structured methodology (A3, root cause, PDCA, Lean, Six Sigma, etc). Certifications (Green/Black belt) are preferred.
Candidate should have strong Microsoft Office/Power BI/Sharepoint skills.
Must have excellent communication skills (verbal and written) capable of conversing and being understood by employees at all levels of the supply chain. Direct people management experience preferred. Exceptional aptitude in technical writing, particularly for Capital Requests and Training documents, is required.
Benefits
- 401K retirement savings with 6% company match
- Eligible for annual bonus
- Medical insurance with HSA
- Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D benefits
- Generous vacation, sick and holiday pay
- Short & Long term disability
- Paid Parental leave after 1 year
- Career growth opportunities
- Active Diversity & Inclusion Networks
- Employee referral bonus
- Employee appreciation days
Competencies
Accepting Direction
Accepting Responsibility
Acquiring Information
At AkzoNobel we are highly committed to ensuring an inclusive and respectful workplace where all employees can be their best self. We strive to embrace diversity in a context of tolerance. Our talent acquisition process plays an integral part in this journey, as setting the foundations for a diverse environment. For this reason we train and educate on the implications of our Unconscious Bias in order for our TA and hiring managers to be mindful of them and take corrective actions when applicable. In our organization, all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age or disability.
Requisition ID: 54407
LI-CH3
Nearest Major Market: Reading PA
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Visa Sponsorship as a Sre Engineer
Target companies with H-1B filing history
Employers who have sponsored SRE roles before are far more likely to do it again. Check DOL LCA disclosure data to confirm a company has filed for this specific job title before applying.
Frame your degree in systems or software terms
SRE is a specialty occupation, so your degree field matters. Computer science, computer engineering, and information systems are the strongest fits. Unrelated degrees require strong experience alignment to compensate.
Highlight on-call and incident response experience
Sponsoring employers want evidence you can own production reliability independently. Concrete SLI, SLO, and postmortem experience signals you are ready for the role without a ramp-up period.
Get an LCA timeline from your employer early
The Labor Condition Application must be certified by the DOL before your H-1B petition is filed. Ask your employer's immigration counsel for an expected LCA timeline at the offer stage.
Understand the H-1B lottery if you are cap-subject
Most SRE roles at commercial employers are cap-subject. If you miss the lottery, explore cap-exempt employers such as universities and nonprofit research institutions that hire SREs for infrastructure roles.
Use Migrate Mate to filter for verified sponsoring employers
Not every company that posts an SRE role will sponsor. Migrate Mate surfaces positions from employers with active sponsorship history, saving you the research and avoiding wasted applications.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is SRE Engineer a qualifying specialty occupation for the H-1B visa?
Yes. SRE Engineer qualifies as a specialty occupation because the role requires at minimum a bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering, information systems, or a closely related technical field. USCIS has consistently approved H-1B visa petitions for SRE titles at companies where job duties center on distributed systems, reliability engineering, and infrastructure automation.
What degree do I need for an employer to sponsor my SRE Engineer H-1B?
A bachelor's degree in computer science, computer engineering, software engineering, or information systems is the standard requirement. Some employers accept degrees in mathematics or electrical engineering if your coursework or work history is systems-focused. Unrelated degrees are harder to support, though three years of qualifying work experience can substitute for each year of missing education under USCIS rules.
How high are H-1B approval rates for SRE Engineer petitions?
SRE roles at established tech employers see strong approval rates, generally in line with software engineering petitions. Companies with mature immigration programs and experienced counsel tend to file petitions with detailed job duty descriptions that meet USCIS's specialty occupation standard, which reduces the risk of a Request for Evidence. Cap-exempt employers filing outside the lottery face even fewer obstacles.
Can I find SRE Engineer jobs with visa sponsorship on Migrate Mate?
Yes. Migrate Mate is designed specifically for candidates who need sponsorship, so listings are filtered to employers with documented H-1B filing history. You can browse SRE roles without sifting through postings from companies that don't sponsor, which is the most common time sink in a sponsored job search.
What happens to my H-1B status if my SRE employer does layoffs?
You have a 60-day grace period from the date your employment ends to find a new employer willing to file an H-1B transfer petition, change to another valid status, or leave the country. The new employer can file a transfer petition using the cap-exemption since you were already counted against the cap, so you don't re-enter the lottery.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Sre 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.