Brooks

Brooks is a leading provider of automation solutions with over 40 years of experience in the semiconductor industry, offering precision robotics, integrated automation systems, and contamination control solutions that empower chip manufacturers worldwide. Our product portfolio includes a range of automation solutions, including robots, vacuum systems, and atmospheric robots for semiconductor manufacturing (www.brooks.com). Are you looking for a place where you can be part of a transformation? Join us at Brooks Automation and be a part of a dynamic organization that is shaping the future of technology.

Senior Immigration & Global Mobility Specialist (Contractor) Job Description

Brooks Automation is seeking a Senior Immigration & Global Mobility Specialist (Contractor) to manage U.S. immigration processes and support global mobility activities across the organization. This role will serve as a key point of contact for employees, managers, HR, Talent Attraction, and external vendors, with primary responsibility for employment-based immigration, permanent residency cases, work authorization support, relocations, and international assignment coordination. This role will partner closely with Brooks’ external immigration counsel and mobility vendors to ensure cases are handled in a timely, compliant, and employee-focused manner. This role will partner closely with Brooks' external immigration counsel and mobility vendors to ensure timely, compliant, and efficient processing of immigration and mobility cases globally.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage U.S. employment-based immigration matters, including nonimmigrant visas, permanent residency sponsorship, renewals, case tracking, document collection, and filing deadlines.
• Partner with external immigration counsel on case strategy, filings, status updates, escalations, and employee or business questions.
• Support global mobility activities, including relocations, international assignments, cross-border moves, and work permit coordination outside the U.S.
• Work closely with HR Business Partners, Talent Attraction, Total Rewards, Payroll, Legal, business leaders, and external vendors to support immigration and mobility needs.
• Manage relationships with immigration counsel, relocation providers, tax advisors, and other mobility vendors, including escalations, invoice review, and service delivery.
• Maintain accurate immigration and mobility records, monitor key dates and expirations, and provide reporting on case volume, costs, timelines, and employee experience.
• Support compliance with immigration laws, mobility policies, tax considerations, and internal governance requirements.
• Identify opportunities to improve processes, streamline communications, and enhance the employee experience.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience managing U.S. employment-based immigration programs.
• Experience working directly with external immigration counsel and managing high-volume case activity.
• Strong knowledge of employment-based visa categories, PERM, prevailing wage, I-140, and adjustment of status processes.
• Experience supporting relocations, international assignments, or global mobility programs.
• Strong project management, organization, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple complex cases while maintaining strong attention to detail.

Work Location & Flexibility

At Brooks, we aim to foster a collaborative and engaging environment while offering flexibility where possible. Work arrangements may include a mix of in-office and remote work, depending on the nature of the role and business needs. Specific expectations will be shared during the interview process.

Brooks is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace and proudly serves as an equal-opportunity employer. We welcome all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristics. Diversity enhances our innovative capabilities and strengthens our ability to serve our customers and communities effectively. At Brooks Automation, we celebrate the unique experiences and perspectives each individual brings, believing they are essential to our collective success. Join us in building a workplace where every team member is valued and can thrive.

For applicants with disabilities requiring accommodations, don't hesitate to get in touch with talentattraction@brooks.com or call +1 (978) 262-2400 to discuss your needs.

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Since our founding in 1978, Brooks Automation has been a leading automation provider and trusted partner to the global manufacturing industry. Our customers choose the Brooks Automation platform because we consistently deliver best‑in‑class reliability and cost of ownership, with a solution that is optimized for value within their application. We deliver value through our understanding of the application challenge, providing solutions at scale that create an automated advantage for our customers. We are committed to innovation by continuously developing new product offerings and partnering with our customers to integrate solutions for their manufacturing process tools. This benefits our customers with improved throughput and yield and a lower cost of ownership.