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Electronic Design Engineer jobs with green card sponsorship require employers to complete PERM labor certification with the Department of Labor before filing an I-140 petition with USCIS. EB-2 covers roles requiring an advanced degree, while EB-3 applies to candidates with a bachelor's degree and qualifying experience. Priority-date backlogs vary by country of birth.
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In this role, the Staff Electronic Design Engineer will own low voltage electrical system design, bring-up, and validation for the next generation of Power Cabinets powering the Rivian Adventure Network: the DC fast-charging stations that keeps Rivian and other EV drivers adventurous. You’ll be building the infrastructure that sits at the heart of vehicle electrification, and is 100% renewable energy powered. This is a highly visible role for someone who wants to work on hard problems. You’ll partner closely with power electronics, firmware, mechanical, controls, and manufacturing teams to influence design, architecture, resolve HW/SW integration challenges, and carry the product from early prototype through volume manufacturing and field deployment.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
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Own the hardware design and lead development of the low voltage electrical system by creating complete electronic modules from the ground up to Rivian Standards.
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Hands-on design and validation of prototype hardware and maturing the design by characterizing and debugging test assets to optimize your design.
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Contribute to evaluating system failure modes, create and drive integration and validation plans, and support the execution of these test plans.
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Collaborate with software and integration engineers to ensure hardware and software integration requirements are well understood and implemented correctly at all levels of the stack, on the bench, and in the system.
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Simplify complex functions and features to their core components using first principles approach to drive simple and structured requirements and production friendly solution working with broader team.
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Participate in safety and reliability reviews and contribute to resolving reliability issues for components, subsystems, and assemblies.
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Collaborate with reliability engineers to support DFMEA to drive reliable design choices and improve validation test planning.
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Drive technical decisions and guide the team in the right direction.
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Think holistically. Understand the impact of your plan or decision to program and customers. Deep dive into technical issues to drive data-driven decisions.
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Perform other duties as required or assigned within the scope of the position.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
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BS + 6 years or MS + 4 years or PhD + 6 years or equivalent experience in electrical engineering or related field.
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Hardware design experience in analog, digital and mixed-signal and interfaces.
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Experience with schematic design tools, PCB layout, FPGA development systems and tools, and simulation tools (Spice, Matlabs, etc).
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Familiarity with C programming and microcontroller peripherals such as SPI, I2C, and other various protocols. Experience working with FW teams to drive and test hardware requirements.
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Understanding of high-speed signal integrity, EMC, and other typical regulatory requirements for low-voltage electronics to facilitate cohesive development with broader engineering team.
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Proficiency on necessary test and measurement tools (Power Supply, Oscilloscope, Logic Analyzer, Spectrum Analyzer).
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Demonstrated strong creative thinking and problem-solving toolbox.
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Ability to dive deep into electrical first principles and work in fast-paced and challenging environments.
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Ability to collaborate and drive direction through multidisciplinary discussions.
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Understanding of automotive requirements.
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End-to-end product design/development from prototyping to mass production experience.
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Have a fine eye for detail, yet the ability to ‘zoom out’ and see the big picture.
INTRODUCTION
In this role, the Staff Electronic Design Engineer will own low voltage electrical system design, bring-up, and validation for the next generation of Power Cabinets powering the Rivian Adventure Network: the DC fast-charging stations that keeps Rivian and other EV drivers adventurous. You’ll be building the infrastructure that sits at the heart of vehicle electrification, and is 100% renewable energy powered. This is a highly visible role for someone who wants to work on hard problems. You’ll partner closely with power electronics, firmware, mechanical, controls, and manufacturing teams to influence design, architecture, resolve HW/SW integration challenges, and carry the product from early prototype through volume manufacturing and field deployment.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
-
Own the hardware design and lead development of the low voltage electrical system by creating complete electronic modules from the ground up to Rivian Standards.
-
Hands-on design and validation of prototype hardware and maturing the design by characterizing and debugging test assets to optimize your design.
-
Contribute to evaluating system failure modes, create and drive integration and validation plans, and support the execution of these test plans.
-
Collaborate with software and integration engineers to ensure hardware and software integration requirements are well understood and implemented correctly at all levels of the stack, on the bench, and in the system.
-
Simplify complex functions and features to their core components using first principles approach to drive simple and structured requirements and production friendly solution working with broader team.
-
Participate in safety and reliability reviews and contribute to resolving reliability issues for components, subsystems, and assemblies.
-
Collaborate with reliability engineers to support DFMEA to drive reliable design choices and improve validation test planning.
-
Drive technical decisions and guide the team in the right direction.
-
Think holistically. Understand the impact of your plan or decision to program and customers. Deep dive into technical issues to drive data-driven decisions.
-
Perform other duties as required or assigned within the scope of the position.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
-
BS + 6 years or MS + 4 years or PhD + 6 years or equivalent experience in electrical engineering or related field.
-
Hardware design experience in analog, digital and mixed-signal and interfaces.
-
Experience with schematic design tools, PCB layout, FPGA development systems and tools, and simulation tools (Spice, Matlabs, etc).
-
Familiarity with C programming and microcontroller peripherals such as SPI, I2C, and other various protocols. Experience working with FW teams to drive and test hardware requirements.
-
Understanding of high-speed signal integrity, EMC, and other typical regulatory requirements for low-voltage electronics to facilitate cohesive development with broader engineering team.
-
Proficiency on necessary test and measurement tools (Power Supply, Oscilloscope, Logic Analyzer, Spectrum Analyzer).
-
Demonstrated strong creative thinking and problem-solving toolbox.
-
Ability to dive deep into electrical first principles and work in fast-paced and challenging environments.
-
Ability to collaborate and drive direction through multidisciplinary discussions.
-
Understanding of automotive requirements.
-
End-to-end product design/development from prototyping to mass production experience.
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Have a fine eye for detail, yet the ability to ‘zoom out’ and see the big picture.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as an Electronic Design Engineer
Align your credentials to EB-2 or EB-3
Pull together your transcripts, employment verification letters, and any advanced-degree documentation before you start applying. USCIS distinguishes EB-2 from EB-3 based on your highest degree and years of progressive experience in electronic design.
Search employers using Migrate Mate
Filter for Electronic Design Engineer roles at companies with verified green card sponsorship history using Migrate Mate. Targeting employers who have completed PERM filings for similar engineering roles cuts wasted applications significantly.
Verify employer PERM compliance before accepting offers
Ask hiring managers whether they use a dedicated immigration counsel for PERM filings. Employers unfamiliar with the DOL recruitment-test requirements often delay or abandon cases after conditional offers, leaving you in limbo.
Benchmark your prevailing wage using OFLC Wage Search
Look up the DOL-defined prevailing wage for Electronic Design Engineers in your target metro area using OFLC Wage Search before salary negotiations. PERM certification requires the offered wage to meet or exceed that figure, so underpaying disqualifies the entire application.
Understand your priority date and country backlog early
Employment-based green cards have per-country annual limits, and nationals from high-demand countries can face multi-year waits after I-140 approval. Check the monthly Visa Bulletin to understand where your priority date falls before you commit to a sponsoring employer.
Clarify portability rights if you change jobs mid-process
Once your I-485 has been pending 180 days or more, AC21 portability lets you move to a new Electronic Design Engineer role in the same or similar occupation without restarting PERM. Confirm in writing with your new employer that they'll support the continuation.
Green Card Electronic Design Engineer: Frequently Asked Questions
Which green card category fits Electronic Design Engineer roles: EB-2 or EB-3?
Most Electronic Design Engineer positions qualify under EB-2 if the role requires a master's degree or a bachelor's degree plus five years of progressive engineering experience. EB-3 covers roles requiring only a bachelor's degree. The right category depends on how the employer defines the minimum requirements in the PERM job description, so that language matters significantly.
How does green card sponsorship differ from H-1B sponsorship for this role?
H-1B visa is temporary nonimmigrant status renewed in fixed increments, while green card sponsorship leads to lawful permanent residence with no renewal requirement. For Electronic Design Engineers, the key difference is process: green card sponsorship requires PERM labor certification filed with the Department of Labor, a prevailing wage determination, and a formal recruitment test, none of which apply to H-1B. Priority-date backlogs can also extend the timeline significantly depending on your country of birth.
How do I find employers who actively sponsor green cards for Electronic Design Engineers?
Migrate Mate is the recommended starting point. It surfaces employers with verified green card sponsorship history for engineering roles, so you're targeting companies that have already navigated the PERM process rather than those who may be open to it in theory. Focus on employers with established immigration programs and in-house or retained immigration counsel, since PERM filings require sustained coordination.
What does the PERM labor certification process involve for an Electronic Design Engineer position?
The employer files a PERM application with the Department of Labor after completing a prevailing wage determination and a mandatory recruitment test, which includes posting the role in specified channels and documenting that no qualified U.S. workers applied. For Electronic Design Engineer roles, the job description must accurately reflect actual duties and minimum requirements, since USCIS scrutinizes whether the stated degree and experience requirements are genuinely necessary for the position.
Can I keep my green card sponsorship if I change employers during the process?
It depends on where you are in the process. If your I-485 adjustment-of-status application has been pending for 180 days or more, AC21 portability allows you to move to a new Electronic Design Engineer role in the same or similar occupation without the new employer restarting PERM. Your priority date from an approved I-140 can also carry over to a new employer's petition, which matters if you're in a backlogged country.