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Design Engineer roles qualify for H-1B visa sponsorship as specialty occupations requiring a bachelor's degree or higher in mechanical, electrical, industrial, or a related engineering field. Employers file the LCA with DOL and the I-129 petition with USCIS, and the 85,000-slot annual cap applies. Demand spans aerospace, consumer electronics, automotive, and medical device sectors.
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At SK Hynix Memory Solutions, we're at the forefront of semiconductor innovation, developing advanced memory solutions that power everything from smartphones to data centers. As a global leader in DRAM and NAND flash technologies, we drive the evolution of advancing mobile technology, empowering cloud computing, and pioneering future technologies. Our cutting-edge memory technologies are essential in today's most advanced electronic devices and IT infrastructure, enabling enhanced performance and user experiences across the digital landscape.
We're looking for innovative minds to join our mission of shaping the future of technology. At SK Hynix Memory, you'll be part of a team that's pioneering breakthrough memory solutions while maintaining a strong commitment to sustainability. We're not just adapting to technological change – we're driving it, with significant investments in artificial intelligence, machine learning, and eco-friendly solutions and operational practices. As we continue to expand our market presence and push the boundaries of what's possible in semiconductor technology, we invite you to be part of our journey to creating the next generation of memory solutions that will define the future of computing.
About the Role
Join our digital ASIC design team to develop IP for next-generation SSD controllers and storage solutions. This role offers opportunities across the controller architecture, including host interfaces, on-chip interconnects, and back-end NAND subsystems. You will translate product requirements into microarchitecture specifications, implement high-quality RTL, and collaborate with verification and physical design teams to deliver production-ready silicon.
You will help shape the performance, power efficiency, and scalability of future storage products, with potential opportunities to explore computational storage, storage for AI workloads, next generation SSD architectures as our technology and product roadmap evolve.
Responsibilities
- Own digital ASIC blocks from requirements and microarchitecture definition through RTL implementation, verification support, and silicon delivery.
- Develop clear microarchitecture specifications documenting interfaces, data flows, design tradeoffs, and implementation details.
- Write synthesizable Verilog or SystemVerilog RTL that meets functional, performance, power, and area requirements.
- Run and resolve findings from RTL lint, clock domain crossing (CDC), and synthesis tools to improve design quality.
- Collaborate with design verification engineers to develop verification plans, debug simulations using tools such as Synopsys VCS, and resolve functional issues.
- Work with physical design and timing teams on timing constraints, critical-path optimization, and timing closure.
- Lead design reviews, provide technical guidance to other engineers, and coordinate with cross-functional teams to meet project milestones.
Minimum Qualifications
- Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a closely related field.
- Demonstrated experience independently owning complex digital ASIC blocks, with technical depth and judgment appropriate for a Staff Engineer.
- Strong proficiency in synthesizable Verilog or SystemVerilog and synchronous digital design fundamentals.
- Working knowledge of ASIC development flows, including simulation using VCS or an equivalent tool, lint, CDC analysis, logic synthesis, and static timing analysis and timing closure.
- Ability to write clear microarchitecture specifications, debug complex design issues, and communicate effectively across design, verification, and physical design teams.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience designing PCIe or NVMe controller logic.
- Experience with SSD controller architectures, NAND interfaces, or flash storage systems.
- Familiarity with AXI protocols, on-chip interconnects, and high-throughput data movement.
- Experience with CPU subsystems or UCIe interfaces.
- Experience delivering ASIC designs through tapeout and supporting silicon bring-up, validation, or production debug.
REGARDING COMPENSATION:
SK hynix memory solutions America Inc. offers you the opportunity to apply your skills to exciting projects while working with innovative teams. Our compensation package is complemented by a generous benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance and a company 401(k) match, as well as cafeteria, onsite gym and much more. If you are motivated by technical challenges, we offer a collaborative work environment that encourages career growth.
The salary offered to a selected candidate will be tailored based on several factors, including the location, job grade, relevant knowledge, skills, and experience. We also take into account the internal equity among our current team members to ensure fairness and competitiveness.
Benefits:
- Top Tier health insurance
- Paid day offs: Paid Time Off, Company Holidays, Parental Leave, Happy Fridays
- 401k Matching
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA) for Health Care & Dependent Care
- Corporate discount programs
- Free Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner provided to employees
About the Company:
At SK Hynix Memory Solutions, we're at the forefront of semiconductor innovation, developing advanced memory solutions that power everything from smartphones to data centers. As a global leader in DRAM and NAND flash technologies, we drive the evolution of advancing mobile technology, empowering cloud computing, and pioneering future technologies. Our cutting-edge memory technologies are essential in today's most advanced electronic devices and IT infrastructure, enabling enhanced performance and user experiences across the digital landscape.
We're looking for innovative minds to join our mission of shaping the future of technology. At SK Hynix Memory, you'll be part of a team that's pioneering breakthrough memory solutions while maintaining a strong commitment to sustainability. We're not just adapting to technological change – we're driving it, with significant investments in artificial intelligence, machine learning, and eco-friendly solutions and operational practices. As we continue to expand our market presence and push the boundaries of what's possible in semiconductor technology, we invite you to be part of our journey to creating the next generation of memory solutions that will define the future of computing.
About the Role
Join our digital ASIC design team to develop IP for next-generation SSD controllers and storage solutions. This role offers opportunities across the controller architecture, including host interfaces, on-chip interconnects, and back-end NAND subsystems. You will translate product requirements into microarchitecture specifications, implement high-quality RTL, and collaborate with verification and physical design teams to deliver production-ready silicon.
You will help shape the performance, power efficiency, and scalability of future storage products, with potential opportunities to explore computational storage, storage for AI workloads, next generation SSD architectures as our technology and product roadmap evolve.
Responsibilities
- Own digital ASIC blocks from requirements and microarchitecture definition through RTL implementation, verification support, and silicon delivery.
- Develop clear microarchitecture specifications documenting interfaces, data flows, design tradeoffs, and implementation details.
- Write synthesizable Verilog or SystemVerilog RTL that meets functional, performance, power, and area requirements.
- Run and resolve findings from RTL lint, clock domain crossing (CDC), and synthesis tools to improve design quality.
- Collaborate with design verification engineers to develop verification plans, debug simulations using tools such as Synopsys VCS, and resolve functional issues.
- Work with physical design and timing teams on timing constraints, critical-path optimization, and timing closure.
- Lead design reviews, provide technical guidance to other engineers, and coordinate with cross-functional teams to meet project milestones.
Minimum Qualifications
- Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a closely related field.
- Demonstrated experience independently owning complex digital ASIC blocks, with technical depth and judgment appropriate for a Staff Engineer.
- Strong proficiency in synthesizable Verilog or SystemVerilog and synchronous digital design fundamentals.
- Working knowledge of ASIC development flows, including simulation using VCS or an equivalent tool, lint, CDC analysis, logic synthesis, and static timing analysis and timing closure.
- Ability to write clear microarchitecture specifications, debug complex design issues, and communicate effectively across design, verification, and physical design teams.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience designing PCIe or NVMe controller logic.
- Experience with SSD controller architectures, NAND interfaces, or flash storage systems.
- Familiarity with AXI protocols, on-chip interconnects, and high-throughput data movement.
- Experience with CPU subsystems or UCIe interfaces.
- Experience delivering ASIC designs through tapeout and supporting silicon bring-up, validation, or production debug.
REGARDING COMPENSATION:
SK hynix memory solutions America Inc. offers you the opportunity to apply your skills to exciting projects while working with innovative teams. Our compensation package is complemented by a generous benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance and a company 401(k) match, as well as cafeteria, onsite gym and much more. If you are motivated by technical challenges, we offer a collaborative work environment that encourages career growth.
The salary offered to a selected candidate will be tailored based on several factors, including the location, job grade, relevant knowledge, skills, and experience. We also take into account the internal equity among our current team members to ensure fairness and competitiveness.
Benefits:
- Top Tier health insurance
- Paid day offs: Paid Time Off, Company Holidays, Parental Leave, Happy Fridays
- 401k Matching
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA) for Health Care & Dependent Care
- Corporate discount programs
- Free Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner provided to employees
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Design Engineer
Verify your degree field matches the role
USCIS requires a direct relationship between your degree and the Design Engineer position. A mechanical engineering degree supports most product design roles, but a general business or unrelated STEM degree can trigger an RFE. Confirm alignment before applying.
Look up prevailing wage for your location
Use the OFLC Wage Search to find the wage level your employer must certify on the LCA. Design Engineer wages vary sharply by metro area and experience level. Knowing Level II versus Level III thresholds helps you evaluate whether an offer is LCA-compliant.
Target employers with cap-exempt H-1B filing history
Use Migrate Mate to filter Design Engineer roles by employers whose DOL Labor Condition Application filing history shows active H-1B sponsorship. This surfaces companies already familiar with the process, reducing the risk of an employer backing out after the lottery.
Ask whether the role uses CAD software tied to an SOC code
Design Engineer maps to multiple Standard Occupational Classification codes in O*NET depending on specialization. Confirm with your recruiter which SOC code the employer plans to use on the LCA, since mismatches between the job duties and the code can complicate DOL certification.
Negotiate your start date around the H-1B cap timeline
H-1B cap registrations open in March for an October 1 start. If you're on OPT, your employer needs to file before your EAD expires or use cap-gap coverage. Build your offer negotiation around these fixed USCIS deadlines, not just an internal onboarding calendar.
Collect portfolio evidence of specialty occupation work
USCIS scrutinizes Design Engineer petitions where the role could be interpreted as requiring only an associate degree or technical training. Prepare project documentation, engineering reports, and client deliverables that demonstrate you performed work requiring a full four-year engineering degree.
H-1B Visa Design Engineer: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Design Engineer role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
Yes, in most cases. USCIS classifies Design Engineer positions as specialty occupations when the role requires at least a bachelor's degree in a specific engineering discipline such as mechanical, electrical, or industrial engineering. Generic job descriptions that accept any technical background can invite scrutiny, so the employer's job posting and LCA should specify the required degree field clearly.
Which engineering degree fields support an H-1B petition for a Design Engineer position?
Mechanical, electrical, industrial, aerospace, biomedical, and materials engineering degrees are the most commonly accepted fields. Computer engineering or computer science can qualify for software-intensive design roles. USCIS evaluates whether the specific degree field is normally required for the position, so a design role in automotive or consumer electronics must tie back to a directly related discipline.
How do I find Design Engineer employers who actively sponsor H-1B visas?
Migrate Mate filters Design Engineer listings by employers with verified H-1B Labor Condition Application filing history from DOL disclosure data. This tells you which companies have actually sponsored H-1B workers in comparable roles, not just which ones claim to be open to sponsorship. Aerospace, semiconductor, medical device, and automotive manufacturers appear consistently in the filing data.
Can a Design Engineer on OPT get cap-gap coverage while waiting for the H-1B lottery?
Yes. If your OPT EAD expires between April 1 and September 30 and your employer files a timely H-1B cap petition before the EAD expiration date, USCIS cap-gap rules automatically extend your work authorization through September 30. You can continue working in your Design Engineer role during that period without interruption as long as the petition remains pending or approved.
What documentation should a Design Engineer prepare to support an H-1B RFE response?
Prepare a detailed position description that maps daily tasks to degree-level engineering knowledge, academic transcripts showing your specific engineering major, any professional engineering licenses or certifications, and work samples such as CAD drawings, design specifications, or engineering reports. If your degree is from outside the U.S., a credential evaluation from a NACES-member organization should also be included to establish equivalency.