CPT Electrical Engineering Technician Jobs
Electrical Engineering Technician jobs fit CPT when the hands-on lab, testing, or circuit design work is written into your degree plan and authorized by your DSO before you start. Part-time CPT (under 20 hours weekly) keeps your full-time enrollment intact and protects your OPT eligibility after graduation.
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You don't have to be an employee long before you understand the SSOE difference. It goes back to our history of reinventing ourselves for new markets, serious rates of growth year after year, and being ahead of the curve in technology. Those are the achievements of a company that rewards talent and effort in ways that mean the most to the individual.
When you work at SSOE, you work with the best and you're a part of something bigger than yourself. And providing the best possible workplace for our employees gives us a competitive advantage - helping us attract and retain top talent and drive better business results.
We are currently seeking an Electrical Engineer Co-op - Summer 2027 (this is not a Summer Internship Only position) to join our team in Toledo, OH. This is an onsite full-time co-op rotation requiring daily presence at our Toledo office. Remote or hybrid work arrangements are not available for this position.
AI AND INNOVATION:
As part of our commitment to innovation, all team members will be trained on Microsoft Copilot and empowered to use it as a core tool in their everyday work.
Responsibilities:
The following duties are typical of the Electrical Co-op position:
- Performs assigned tasks under close supervision of Department Manager or designee. Receives specific and detailed instruction.
- Learns and uses department standards, methods, and procedures respective to field of study.
- Meets various deadlines on daily duties or special projects as assigned by DM or designee.
- Occasional travel may be required.
- Valid driver's license required.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Current enrollment in a four-year Electrical Engineering degree program.
- Must be seeking a Co-op and provide at least two (2) rotations.
- Proficient in Microsoft software Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
- Knowledge and use of REVIT, AutoCAD, 3D packages preferred but not required.
- Good communication skills.
Overview:
You don't have to be an employee long before you understand the SSOE difference. It goes back to our history of reinventing ourselves for new markets, serious rates of growth year after year, and being ahead of the curve in technology. Those are the achievements of a company that rewards talent and effort in ways that mean the most to the individual.
When you work at SSOE, you work with the best and you're a part of something bigger than yourself. And providing the best possible workplace for our employees gives us a competitive advantage - helping us attract and retain top talent and drive better business results.
We are currently seeking an Electrical Engineer Co-op - Summer 2027 (this is not a Summer Internship Only position) to join our team in Toledo, OH. This is an onsite full-time co-op rotation requiring daily presence at our Toledo office. Remote or hybrid work arrangements are not available for this position.
AI AND INNOVATION:
As part of our commitment to innovation, all team members will be trained on Microsoft Copilot and empowered to use it as a core tool in their everyday work.
Responsibilities:
The following duties are typical of the Electrical Co-op position:
- Performs assigned tasks under close supervision of Department Manager or designee. Receives specific and detailed instruction.
- Learns and uses department standards, methods, and procedures respective to field of study.
- Meets various deadlines on daily duties or special projects as assigned by DM or designee.
- Occasional travel may be required.
- Valid driver's license required.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Current enrollment in a four-year Electrical Engineering degree program.
- Must be seeking a Co-op and provide at least two (2) rotations.
- Proficient in Microsoft software Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
- Knowledge and use of REVIT, AutoCAD, 3D packages preferred but not required.
- Good communication skills.
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Get Access To All JobsElectrical Engineering Technician CPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Does electrical engineering technician work qualify for CPT authorization?
Yes, if the work is an integral part of your enrolled curriculum and your DSO confirms it satisfies a required or elective course credit. Roles involving circuit testing, prototype assembly, lab instrumentation, or CAD support in an electrical or electronics engineering program typically qualify. Your academic advisor and DSO make the final determination based on your specific degree plan.
Can I work part-time as an electrical engineering technician on CPT while staying enrolled full-time?
Yes. Part-time CPT is defined as fewer than 20 hours per week and does not affect your full-time enrollment requirement or your future OPT eligibility. Full-time CPT, which is 20 or more hours per week for one year or more, eliminates your OPT eligibility entirely, so most F-1 students in engineering programs structure CPT as part-time whenever possible.
What does the offer letter need to say to get CPT authorized for this role?
Your DSO needs the offer letter to include your job title (Electrical Engineering Technician or equivalent), the employer's legal name and address, your start and anticipated end dates, hours per week, and a brief description of duties. The duties section is critical: it needs to map to your academic coursework, not just state a generic technician role. Missing any of these details typically delays authorization.
Will working as an electrical engineering technician on CPT help with future H-1B sponsorship?
Practical experience in a specialty occupation strengthens an H-1B visa petition, but the CPT itself doesn't create a sponsorship obligation. Employers who hire CPT students in technical roles and then convert them to full-time are common in engineering, but you need to confirm the employer's sponsorship policy before accepting. Use Migrate Mate to identify which companies have a track record of sponsoring engineers after internship or CPT placements.
What O*NET occupation code applies to electrical engineering technician roles on CPT?
Electrical and Electronics Engineering Technologists and Technicians fall under O*NET code 17-3023. Reviewing the O*NET profile for this code helps you confirm that your job duties match the occupation's defined tasks and that the role meets the DOL's criteria for a specialty occupation, which is relevant if you pursue H-1B sponsorship later. Your DSO may also reference this code when documenting CPT eligibility in your academic file.