CPT Hardware Engineer Jobs
Hardware Engineer CPT jobs let you apply circuit design, embedded systems, and PCB layout skills in a real engineering environment while your DSO-authorized work counts directly toward your degree. Your CPT authorization must list the exact employer and role, so locking down an offer before your DSO submits the I-20 update is non-negotiable.
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At Formlabs, we're building the tools that make it possible for anyone to bring their ideas to life, from cutting-edge products to life-saving medical devices. Our 3D printing technology powers innovation at more than 50,000 industry leaders worldwide, including Apple, Google, Tesla, New Balance, and NASA. Together, we're helping everyone design, prototype, and manufacture faster than ever before.
Our Platform Technology team is a mix of mechanical, systems, and software engineers. We develop and maintain the Formlabs printing process. Our team works closely with other engineering teams to research and develop next generation printers and materials. We use engineering, physics, and experimentation to turn ideas into beautiful and accurate parts.
If you are a systems thinker who enjoys working in a multi-disciplinary environment, we want you as a R&D Print Process Engineering Intern.
Watch more videos of Formlabs interns here!
Internship Term: Fall (September 14 - December 18)
Commitment: Full-time
Location: Onsite in Somerville, MA
Application Requirements: A portfolio of your previous engineering work/projects is required
The Job
- Design, build, and innovate new 3D printing techniques - from developing new printer architectures to validating minute changes in galvo control
- Work across teams to help implement improvements to current products such as redesigning support structure algorithm based on experiment results
- Evaluate current printer performance for areas for improvement
- Design and execute experiments and use results to inform and develop improvements in software or hardware
- Tackle complex and open-ended problems across multiple engineering disciplines
You
- Are willing to question assumptions and back it up with data
- Are able to work autonomously to research
- Have experience with experiment design and data analysis
- Understand programming and scientific computing, ideally Python or Matlab
- Are familiar with mechanical design, mechatronics, CAD modeling, and hands-on prototyping
- Previous work on a consumer product
- Developed physics-based models of complex systems
Intern Benefits & Perks:
- Flexible Out of Office Plan – take time when you need it
- Ample on-site parking & pre-tax commuter benefits
- Catered on-site lunches (3x per week), snacks, beverages, & treats
- Cohort-based social and professional development experience for interns
- Many opt-in culture events across our diverse community
- And of course… unlimited 3D prints
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
Even if you don't check every box, but see yourself contributing, please apply. Help us build an inclusive community that will change the face of 3D printing.
Do you want to change how the world creates?
At Formlabs, we're building the tools that make it possible for anyone to bring their ideas to life, from cutting-edge products to life-saving medical devices. Our 3D printing technology powers innovation at more than 50,000 industry leaders worldwide, including Apple, Google, Tesla, New Balance, and NASA. Together, we're helping everyone design, prototype, and manufacture faster than ever before.
Our Platform Technology team is a mix of mechanical, systems, and software engineers. We develop and maintain the Formlabs printing process. Our team works closely with other engineering teams to research and develop next generation printers and materials. We use engineering, physics, and experimentation to turn ideas into beautiful and accurate parts.
If you are a systems thinker who enjoys working in a multi-disciplinary environment, we want you as a R&D Print Process Engineering Intern.
Watch more videos of Formlabs interns here!
Internship Term: Fall (September 14 - December 18)
Commitment: Full-time
Location: Onsite in Somerville, MA
Application Requirements: A portfolio of your previous engineering work/projects is required
The Job
- Design, build, and innovate new 3D printing techniques - from developing new printer architectures to validating minute changes in galvo control
- Work across teams to help implement improvements to current products such as redesigning support structure algorithm based on experiment results
- Evaluate current printer performance for areas for improvement
- Design and execute experiments and use results to inform and develop improvements in software or hardware
- Tackle complex and open-ended problems across multiple engineering disciplines
You
- Are willing to question assumptions and back it up with data
- Are able to work autonomously to research
- Have experience with experiment design and data analysis
- Understand programming and scientific computing, ideally Python or Matlab
- Are familiar with mechanical design, mechatronics, CAD modeling, and hands-on prototyping
- Previous work on a consumer product
- Developed physics-based models of complex systems
Intern Benefits & Perks:
- Flexible Out of Office Plan – take time when you need it
- Ample on-site parking & pre-tax commuter benefits
- Catered on-site lunches (3x per week), snacks, beverages, & treats
- Cohort-based social and professional development experience for interns
- Many opt-in culture events across our diverse community
- And of course… unlimited 3D prints
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
Even if you don't check every box, but see yourself contributing, please apply. Help us build an inclusive community that will change the face of 3D printing.
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Get Access To All JobsHardware Engineer CPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Does hardware engineering work qualify as integral to an electrical engineering curriculum?
Yes, if your academic program requires hands-on engineering experience and your coursework directly maps to the CPT position. Your DSO makes the final determination, but roles involving circuit design, FPGA programming, embedded systems development, or hardware validation align closely with standard EE and computer engineering curricula. Document the course linkage in writing before submitting your CPT request.
Can I do CPT for a hardware startup that doesn't have a formal HR department?
CPT authorization depends on your school's requirements, not the employer's size or HR infrastructure. What matters is a written offer letter on company letterhead stating your job title, duties, start date, and supervisor contact. Many F-1 students complete CPT at early-stage hardware companies without issue as long as those documents are in place before authorization.
How do I find hardware engineering employers who understand CPT authorization?
Migrate Mate lets you search hardware engineering roles filtered by employers with documented F-1 work authorization history, which reduces the friction of explaining CPT from scratch. Semiconductor companies, defense contractors, and consumer electronics firms are common CPT employers in this space because they run structured internship programs with fixed engineering project cycles.
Does using full-time CPT affect my OPT eligibility after graduation?
Twelve months or more of full-time CPT exhausts your OPT eligibility entirely. Part-time CPT, defined as 20 hours per week or fewer, does not count against OPT regardless of how many semesters you use it. If your hardware engineering CPT runs full-time across multiple semesters, confirm your cumulative authorized hours with your DSO before they exceed the twelve-month threshold.
Can my hardware engineering CPT employer later sponsor me for H-1B?
Yes. CPT employment doesn't create any restriction on future H-1B visa sponsorship by the same employer. Hardware engineering roles typically meet the specialty occupation requirement under USCIS guidelines because they require a bachelor's degree in a directly related technical field. Completing CPT with an employer gives you a track record that can support an H-1B visa petition in subsequent registration cycles.