SOC code 19-2032
There have been 25 US Department of Labor LCA filings for Materials Scientists on the E-3 visa across all available fiscal years, with 92% certified. The median annualized wage is $132,029. The top sponsor is Apple, with most positions based in CA.
All sponsoring employers
13 distinct employers have filed E-3 LCAs for Materials Scientists. Search or sort below.
| Employer | Filings | Cert rate | Median wage | Top state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apple | 3 | 100.0% | $150,000 | CA |
| Infineum USA | 3 | 100.0% | $162,500 | NJ |
| University Of Nevada Reno | 3 | 100.0% | $62,500 | NV |
| Vinsi Partners US | 3 | 66.7% | $142,064 | TX |
| Applied Materials | 2 | 100.0% | $170,000 | AZ |
| Diamond Foundry | 2 | 100.0% | $160,000 | CA |
| Energy Ogre | 2 | 100.0% | $112,500 | SC |
| Lintec Of America | 2 | 100.0% | $118,796 | TX |
| Jh Research USA | 1 | 100.0% | $87,000 | CA |
| The University Of Texas At Austin | 1 | 100.0% | $58,261 | TX |
| Theiss Research | 1 | 0.0% | $68,271 | MD |
| University Of Arizona | 1 | 100.0% | $54,540 | AZ |
| Zero Shels | 1 | 100.0% | $85,000 | SC |
Top states
Where Materials Scientists E-3 jobs are concentrated.
| State | Filings |
|---|---|
| CA | 7 (28%) |
| TX | 6 (24%) |
| SC | 3 (12%) |
| NV | 3 (12%) |
| NJ | 3 (12%) |
| AZ | 2 (8%) |
| MD | 1 (4%) |
Job titles within this role
The actual job titles employers used in their filings. Useful when the SOC label is generic — e.g. "CEO" / "Chief Executive Officer" both fall under Chief Executives.
| Job title | Filings |
|---|---|
| Postdoctoral Scholar | 3 |
| Hardware Development Engineer | 3 |
| Tech Project/Program Mgmt Engineer (Materials Scientist) | 2 |
| Principal R&D Process Engineer | 2 |
| Principal Materials Scientist | 2 |
| Executive Vice President, Fibre52 | 2 |
| Drag Reducing Agent Scientist / Technologist | 2 |
| Team Leader / Technologist | 1 |
| Senior R&D Specialist | 1 |
| Research Fellow | 1 |
| R & D Manager | 1 |
| R & D MANAGER | 1 |
| Project Scientist | 1 |
| Principal Corrosion Scientist | 1 |
| Postdoctoral Research Associate I | 1 |
| Chief Technical Officer | 1 |
Filings by fiscal year
Year-over-year trend in E-3 LCA filings for Materials Scientists. DOL's fiscal year runs October–September.
| FY | Filings | Cert rate | Median wage | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2020 | 2 | 50.0% | $155,000 | |
| FY2021 | 3 | 100.0% | $87,000 | |
| FY2022 | 4 | 100.0% | $148,885 | |
| FY2023 | 6 | 83.3% | $160,000 | |
| FY2024 | 7 | 100.0% | $122,300 | |
| FY2025 | 2 | 100.0% | $182,333 | |
| FY2026 | 1 | 100.0% | $68,688 |
Frequently asked questions
How many Materials Scientists have been sponsored on the E-3 visa?
There have been 25 Labor Condition Application filings for Materials Scientists on the E-3 visa across all available fiscal years, with 92% of applications certified by the US Department of Labor.
What is the median wage for Materials Scientists on the E-3 visa?
The median annualized wage for Materials Scientists on the E-3 visa is $132,029, based on certified LCA filings. Wage outliers above $2 million are excluded from this calculation.
Which employers sponsor the most Materials Scientists on the E-3 visa?
The top E-3 visa sponsors of Materials Scientists are: Apple (3 filings), Infineum USA (3 filings), University Of Nevada Reno (3 filings). The full list of sponsoring employers is shown above.
Where are E-3 visa materials scientists based in the US?
Most E-3 visa filings for Materials Scientists are based in: CA (7 filings), TX (6 filings), SC (3 filings).
Can Australians work as materials scientists on the E-3 visa?
Yes. The E-3 visa is exclusive to Australian citizens and is one of the most common visa categories for skilled professionals working in the United States. Materials Scientists is regularly sponsored under the E-3 visa, as the data on this page shows.
