Cheniere Energy, Inc.
H-1B Labor Condition Application (LCA) Data
In 2023, Cheniere Energy, Inc. filed 6 H-1B applications for Chemical Engineers and related occupations with a median offered wage of $182,023. That is 65% above the OEWS prevailing median for the same roles. These are DOL-certified wages committed to in Labor Condition Applications — not necessarily the number of visas approved by USCIS.
Filings by Occupation (2023)
"vs Market" compares this employer's certified median to the OEWS national median wage for the same occupation. A negative number means the certified H-1B wage trails the broader U.S. market for that role.
| Occupation | State | Filings | Median | Market (OEWS) | vs Market |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chemical Engineers | LA | 2 | $185,114 | $112,100 | +65.1% |
| Mechanical Engineers | TX | 1 | $200,000 | $43,930 | +355.3% |
| Architectural and Engineering Managers | LA | 1 | $255,000 | $165,370 | +54.2% |
| Computer Occupations, All Other | TX | 1 | $135,000 | $126,353 | +6.8% |
| Computer Systems Analysts | TX | 1 | $135,000 | $103,800 | +30.1% |
Other Top H-1B Filers for Chemical Engineers
Employers competing for the same talent — ranked by total H-1B filings for Chemical Engineers.
| Employer | Filings | Avg Median Wage |
|---|---|---|
| ModernaTX, Inc. | 10 | $138,682 |
| Battelle Memorial Institute | 5 | $91,000 |
| Applied Materials, Inc. | 4 | $144,250 |
| Micron Technology, Inc. | 4 | $112,000 |
| University of Wisconsin System | 4 | $60,000 |
| Massachusetts Institute of Technology | 4 | $103,500 |
| The Trustees of Princeton University | 3 | $70,000 |
| Amgen Inc. | 3 | $117,903 |
Source: DOL Office of Foreign Labor Certification, H-1B LCA Performance Data. LCA filings reflect employer certification commitments, not USCIS visa approvals.
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