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Sr Staff Quality Assurance Engineer
Renesas Electronics America INC · 🇺🇸 Kulim, Kedah, MY
Sponsorship verdict
Sponsorship possible
One solid signal, not two — worth applying, and worth asking about sponsorship early.
- Employer is on a government sponsor recordThe US Department of Labor certified 56 H-1B/E-3 labor condition applications for this employer between Oct 2025 and Jun 2026 (latest Jun 2026) — the step every H-1B hire needs first. USCIS also records 18 H-1B approvals in FY2023. Source: LCA disclosure data (US Department of Labor (OFLC)).
- The posting doesn’t mention sponsorshipSilence isn’t a refusal — ask the recruiter before investing much time.
- No salary bar for this routeH-1B has no fixed salary bar: the employer must pay at least the prevailing wage for the role and area. Cap-subject employers enter a lottery weighted by wage level. Source: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2025/12/29/2025-23853/weighted-selection-process-for-registrants-and-petitioners-seeking-to-file-cap-subject-h-1b, rules effective 2026-02-27.
- What Renesas Electronics America INC paid sponsored hires in similar roles1 certified filing for “Application Engineer” (Software Quality Assurance Analysts and Testers) in GA: $119k–$119k, median $119k. Most were filed at wage level IV (100%) — 4 lottery entries, ≈61% projected selection odds for cap-subject employers. Source: US Department of Labor LCA disclosure data (Oct 2025 – Jun 2026).
- Confirmed live todayWhen a source last listed this job as open.
US H-1B: cap-subject employers enter a lottery weighted by wage level — Level I gets 1 entry, Level IV gets 4 (DHS projected selection odds ≈15% at Level I to ≈61% at Level IV). Universities and non-profit research employers are cap-exempt. The $100,000 fee for new petitions from abroad is currently blocked by a court order (appeal pending).
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Sponsor Radar — Renesas Electronics America INC
The US Department of Labor certified 56 H-1B/E-3 labor condition applications for this employer between Oct 2025 and Jun 2026 (latest Jun 2026) — the step every H-1B hire needs first. USCIS also records 18 H-1B approvals in FY2023. Source: LCA disclosure data (US Department of Labor (OFLC)).
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About the role
The Staff/Sr Staff QE is responsible for ensuring quality and reliability performance of our products, wherever they are designed, manufactured, and assembled, by performing best in class Product Qualification in accordance with international standards and customer requirements. The PQE is also responsible for Reliability Monitoring through ORT. The PQE works cross-functionally with Design, Test, Manufacturing, Reliability Labs, FA Labs, and Customer/Supplier Quality to prevent defects, drive robust product quality and continuous improvement initiatives. Key Responsibilities • Define, perform, and review Qualification (new products, second source, material changes, design changes, process changes, …) • Define, evaluate, and implement suitable stress tests for related product applications. • Ensure product compliance with internal specifications, customer requirements, and applicable standards (e.g., ISO 9001, IATF 16949, IEC, JEDEC, etc.). • Communicate qualification plans and data with customer (Silicon, Package and Board Level). • Participate in risk assessments (e.g., DFMEA) and ensure mitigation actions are implemented and validated. • Review qualification test results, assess risks, and provide quality approval for production release or change management. • Degree in electrical engineering or relevant field • Good understanding of semiconductor industry and in semiconductor modules including SPS for AI/data center application • Good understanding of semiconductor manufacturing processes (wafer fab, assembly – both IC and module -test). • Strong knowledge on industry quality, reliability standards, and qualification methodologies (i.e. modules, SiP). • Experience with failure analysis workflows and quality tools (FMEA, 8D, root cause analysis). • Strong analytical and structured problem-solving mindset. • Excellent communication skills with both technical and non-technical stakeholders. • Ability to work independently and with cross-functional teams. • Customer-focused, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities. • Comfortable working in a global, multicultural environment. • Written and verbal English is mandatory. • Flexible to undertake international travel at short notice. • Self-motivated and business service minded. • Excellent interpersonal, organizational and communications skills • 5+ years of experience Renesas is an embedded semiconductor solution provider driven by its Purpose, To Make Our Lives Easier . With a global team of over 21,000 engineers and problem solvers in more than 30 countries, we offer the opportunity to work on world‑leading technology for Automotive, Industrial, Infrastructure, and IoT, shaping a safer, healthier, greener, and smarter future. At Renesas, TAGIE is our culture, grounded in being Transparent, Agile, Global, Innovative, and Entrepreneurial. It shapes how we work, grow and deliver on our purpose together. This collaborative spirit and mindset drive our semiconductor technology to transform industries and impact millions of lives. We believe in rewarding our employees with a competitive benefits package alongside their salary. More information will be provided during the hiring process. Are you ready to join our team and shape the future with us? Renesas Electronics is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, committed to supporting diversity and fostering a work environment free of discrimination on the basis of sex, race, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, military status, veteran status, or any other basis protected by law. For more information, please read our Diversity & Inclusion Statement .