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Design Engineer roles qualify for H-1B 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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With electric vehicles expected to be nearly 30% of new vehicle sales by 2025 and more than 50% by 2040, electric mobility is becoming a reality. ChargePoint (NYSE: CHPT) is at the center of this revolution, powering one of the world’s leading EV charging networks and a comprehensive set of hardware, software and mobile solutions for every charging need across North America and Europe. We bring together drivers, businesses, automakers, policymakers, utilities and other stakeholders to make e-mobility a global reality.
Since our founding in 2007, ChargePoint has focused solely on making the transition to electric easy for businesses, fleets and drivers. ChargePoint offers a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to create an all-electric future and a trillion-dollar market.
At ChargePoint, we foster a positive and productive work environment by committing to live our values of Be Courageous, Charge Together, Love our Customers, Operate with Openness, and Relentlessly Pursue Awesome. These values guide how we show up every day, align, and work together to build a brighter future for all of us.
Join the team that is building the EV charging industry and make your mark on how people and goods will get everywhere they need to go, in any context, for generations to come.
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Director of Hardware, PCBA Design
WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING
You will be responsible for the core intelligence of our hardware. We are looking for an Electrical Engineer who views a PCB as a canvas for innovation—balancing sophisticated architecture with the rugged reliability required for global infrastructure. You won’t just be designing circuits; you will be delivering the hardware that powers the future of e-mobility.
- Lead the electrical circuit design and development of complex boards incorporating high-performance processors, memory, networking interfaces, and analog sensors
- Architect solutions for motor control, board-level power distribution, and specialized charging electronics for our industry-leading product suite
- Deliver designs that push the boundaries of feature richness while maintaining a fanatical focus on cost-efficiency and long-term reliability
- Drive board-level architectures by distilling complex block diagrams into sub-components and circuit designs
- Develop from discrete circuit levels up to full-scale systems, seeing your designs move from the lab into volume manufacturing and global field deployment
WHAT YOU WILL BRING TO CHARGEPOINT
- Strong electrical design intuition with a deep understanding of board-level engineering trade-offs
- Proven experience implementing embedded processors, high-speed interfaces, and precision analog sensing/control circuits
- Mastery of CAD, Schematic Capture, Simulation, and PCB Layout tools
- A disciplined approach to testing and validating electrical designs, ensuring every result and margin is documented with precision
- The ability to navigate software, mechanical, power, and thermal boundaries to ensure holistic system performance
- A curious, inventive spirit paired with a commitment to quality and the drive to build market-defining products
REQUIREMENTS
- 5+ years of hands-on experience developing electronic products with a successful record of bringing complex designs into high-volume production
- Bachelor’s degree or higher in Electrical Engineering or a related technical discipline
LOCATION
Campbell, CA
ChargePoint is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices.
The targeted US salary range for roles at this operating level is $150,000 to $180,000. This range represents base salary and does not reflect equity, benefits, or variable pay where applicable. Actual base salaries are based on several factors unique to each candidate, including but not limited to skill set, experience, certifications, and specific work location.
We are committed to an inclusive and diverse team. ChargePoint is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, national origin, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, marital status or any legally protected status.
If there is a match between your experiences/skills and the Company needs, we will contact you directly.
ChargePoint is committed to fostering an inclusive workplace that welcomes and supports all qualified individuals. In alignment with this commitment, we ensure that persons with disabilities are provided with reasonable accommodations throughout the employment process.
If you need a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, or to access any other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact us at accommodations@chargepoint.com.
ChargePoint is an equal opportunity employer.
Applicants only - Recruiting agencies do not contact.
About us
With electric vehicles expected to be nearly 30% of new vehicle sales by 2025 and more than 50% by 2040, electric mobility is becoming a reality. ChargePoint (NYSE: CHPT) is at the center of this revolution, powering one of the world’s leading EV charging networks and a comprehensive set of hardware, software and mobile solutions for every charging need across North America and Europe. We bring together drivers, businesses, automakers, policymakers, utilities and other stakeholders to make e-mobility a global reality.
Since our founding in 2007, ChargePoint has focused solely on making the transition to electric easy for businesses, fleets and drivers. ChargePoint offers a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to create an all-electric future and a trillion-dollar market.
At ChargePoint, we foster a positive and productive work environment by committing to live our values of Be Courageous, Charge Together, Love our Customers, Operate with Openness, and Relentlessly Pursue Awesome. These values guide how we show up every day, align, and work together to build a brighter future for all of us.
Join the team that is building the EV charging industry and make your mark on how people and goods will get everywhere they need to go, in any context, for generations to come.
REPORTS TO
Director of Hardware, PCBA Design
WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING
You will be responsible for the core intelligence of our hardware. We are looking for an Electrical Engineer who views a PCB as a canvas for innovation—balancing sophisticated architecture with the rugged reliability required for global infrastructure. You won’t just be designing circuits; you will be delivering the hardware that powers the future of e-mobility.
- Lead the electrical circuit design and development of complex boards incorporating high-performance processors, memory, networking interfaces, and analog sensors
- Architect solutions for motor control, board-level power distribution, and specialized charging electronics for our industry-leading product suite
- Deliver designs that push the boundaries of feature richness while maintaining a fanatical focus on cost-efficiency and long-term reliability
- Drive board-level architectures by distilling complex block diagrams into sub-components and circuit designs
- Develop from discrete circuit levels up to full-scale systems, seeing your designs move from the lab into volume manufacturing and global field deployment
WHAT YOU WILL BRING TO CHARGEPOINT
- Strong electrical design intuition with a deep understanding of board-level engineering trade-offs
- Proven experience implementing embedded processors, high-speed interfaces, and precision analog sensing/control circuits
- Mastery of CAD, Schematic Capture, Simulation, and PCB Layout tools
- A disciplined approach to testing and validating electrical designs, ensuring every result and margin is documented with precision
- The ability to navigate software, mechanical, power, and thermal boundaries to ensure holistic system performance
- A curious, inventive spirit paired with a commitment to quality and the drive to build market-defining products
REQUIREMENTS
- 5+ years of hands-on experience developing electronic products with a successful record of bringing complex designs into high-volume production
- Bachelor’s degree or higher in Electrical Engineering or a related technical discipline
LOCATION
Campbell, CA
ChargePoint is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices.
The targeted US salary range for roles at this operating level is $150,000 to $180,000. This range represents base salary and does not reflect equity, benefits, or variable pay where applicable. Actual base salaries are based on several factors unique to each candidate, including but not limited to skill set, experience, certifications, and specific work location.
We are committed to an inclusive and diverse team. ChargePoint is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, national origin, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, marital status or any legally protected status.
If there is a match between your experiences/skills and the Company needs, we will contact you directly.
ChargePoint is committed to fostering an inclusive workplace that welcomes and supports all qualified individuals. In alignment with this commitment, we ensure that persons with disabilities are provided with reasonable accommodations throughout the employment process.
If you need a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, or to access any other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact us at accommodations@chargepoint.com.
ChargePoint is an equal opportunity employer.
Applicants only - Recruiting agencies do not contact.
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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.
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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.
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