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Sponsorship verdict
Sponsorship possible
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Employer is on a government sponsor recordThe US Department of Labor certified 73 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.
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The posting doesn’t mention sponsorshipSilence isn’t a refusal — ask the recruiter before investing much time.
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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.
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What Abbott Laboratories paid sponsored hires in similar roles3 certified filings for “Technical Lead, Global Service” (Bioengineers and Biomedical Engineers) in TX: $113k–$140k, median $125k.
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Details and sources
- Employer is on a government sponsor record
- The US Department of Labor certified 73 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. Source: LCA disclosure data (US Department of Labor (OFLC)).
- No salary bar for this route
- H-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 Abbott Laboratories paid sponsored hires in similar roles
- 3 certified filings for “Technical Lead, Global Service” (Bioengineers and Biomedical Engineers) in TX: $113k–$140k, median $125k. Most were filed at wage level IV (67%) — 4 lottery entries, ≈61% projected selection odds for cap-subject employers. Source: US Department of Labor LCA disclosure data (Oct 2025 – Jun 2026).
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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About the role
JOB DESCRIPTION:
At Abbott, we are committed to helping people live their best possible lives through the power of health. Our Electrophysiology division develops innovative technologies that advance the treatment of cardiac arrhythmias and support physicians in delivering life-changing care.
The Opportunity
We are seeking a Field Technical Engineer (Electrophysiology) to join our EP team in the South-West region of France, based in or around Bordeaux.
As a Field Technical Engineer, you will partner closely with physicians, electrophysiologists, and catheter laboratory teams to provide technical and clinical support during procedures. You will play a key role in the successful adoption and utilization of Abbott's electrophysiology technologies and contribute to improving outcomes for patients living with heart rhythm disorders.
What You'll Do
• Provide technical support during Electrophysiology procedures, including mapping and ablation cases.
• Deliver product training and education to physicians, nurses, and cath lab personnel.
• Support the implementation and optimization of Abbott EP technologies and solutions.
• Develop strong relationships with healthcare professionals across your territory.
• Collaborate with Sales, Marketing, and Clinical teams to achieve business objectives.
• Maintain a high level of clinical and technical expertise within Electrophysiology.
• Ensure compliance with Abbott quality and regulatory standards.
What We're Looking For
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Biomedical Engineering, Life Sciences, Healthcare, or a related field.
• Experience supporting electrophysiology, cardiac rhythm management, structural heart, or cath lab procedures.
• Strong technical aptitude and ability to learn advanced cardiac technologies.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to work in a dynamic hospital environment.
• Fluent French and professional English.
• Willingness to travel extensively across the assigned territory.
• Valid driver's license.
Preferred Experience
• Previous experience as a Clinical Specialist, Field Technical Engineer, or Application Specialist within the medical device industry.
• Knowledge of electrophysiology procedures, 3D mapping systems, and ablation technologies.
• Experience supporting physicians in the cardiac catheterization laboratory.
What Abbott Offers
• The opportunity to work with cutting-edge Electrophysiology technologies.
• A collaborative and mission-driven culture focused on innovation and patient care.
• Comprehensive training and development opportunities.
• Career growth within a global healthcare leader.
• Competitive compensation and benefits package.
Apply Today
Join Abbott and help shape the future of cardiac care by bringing innovative electrophysiology solutions to patients and healthcare professionals across France.
Role could be based at Bayonne or Pau or Bordeaux.
The base pay for this position is
N/A In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.
JOB FAMILY:
Field Services
DIVISION:
EP Electrophysiology
LOCATION:
France > Issy les Moulineaux : 3 esplanade du Foncet
ADDITIONAL LOCATIONS:
WORK SHIFT:
Standard
TRAVEL:
Yes, 75 % of the Time
MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE:
Not Applicable
SIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES:
Not Applicable
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