H-1B Visa Layout Engineer Jobs
Layout Engineer jobs at H-1B visa sponsoring employers sit squarely in specialty occupation territory, requiring a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, or a closely related field. Employers file a Labor Condition Application with DOL and an I-129 petition with USCIS, covering up to three years of status with extensions available to six.
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Boston, MA, United States (On-site)
Contract (5 months 29 days)
Published 10 hours ago
The ideal candidate has strong relevant and recent technical and hands-on background and be able is hit the ground running as an individual contributor.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Contribute to, or lead, PCB and package substrate layout development for leading-edge Optical communication products.
- Ensure compliance with IPC standards, company design practices, and fabrication capabilities.
- Collaborate with electrical, mechanical, thermal, signal-integrity, power-integrity, and manufacturing teams.
- Work with PCB fabricators, and substrate vendors to close DFMs.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent certifications with a minimum of 10+ years of relevant industry experience in PCB board and/or package substrate layout engineering.
- Expert-level proficiency with Cadence Allegro PCB design tools.
- Strong demonstrated working experience of complex high-density, high-speed PCB and substrate designs using advanced HDI, stacked micro-via, sequential lamination, and fine-pitch BGA technologies.
- Hands-on experience with complex multilayer high-density organic substrates, fine-pitch BGAs, and advanced component packages.
- Working understanding of transmission line layout geometries and rules (micro strip, strip line, CPW, etc.).
- Demonstrated experience in layout of compact low voltage and high current multiphase DC-DC power converters for state-of-the-art processors and GPUs.
- Strong understanding of PCB fabrication, assembly processes, DFM, and manufacturing tolerances.
- Demonstrated success delivering high-volume, high-reliability communication products under aggressive schedules.
HIGHLY DESIRED SKILLS
- Demonstrated experience with mSAP PCB layout design.
- Demonstrated experience with layout design of state of art optical pluggable products (CFP2, QSFP-DD, OSFP).
- Proficiency in Cadence SiP tools and Substrate layout techniques.
- Proficiency in layout of designs with Wire Bond components.
- Strong understanding of PCB fabrication and assembly processes.
- Strong knowledge of relevant industry standards (IPC Class 2/3, JEDEC, etc.).
COMPENSATION
- The pay range that the employer in good faith reasonably expects to pay for this position is $34.67/hour - $54.18/hour.
Our benefits include medical, dental, vision and retirement benefits. Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis.
Tundra Technical Solutions is among North America’s leading providers of Staffing and Consulting Services. Our success and our clients’ success are built on a foundation of service excellence. We are an equal opportunity employer, and we do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or other applicable legally protected characteristic. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable law, including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. Unincorporated LA County workers: we reasonably believe that criminal history may have a direct, adverse and negative relationship with the following job duties, potentially resulting in the withdrawal of a conditional offer of employment: client provided property, including hardware (both of which may include data) entrusted to you from theft, loss or damage; return all portable client computer hardware in your possession (including the data contained therein) upon completion of the assignment, and; maintain the confidentiality of client proprietary, confidential, or non-public information. In addition, job duties require access to secure and protected client information technology systems and related data security obligations.
INTRODUCTION
Boston, MA, United States (On-site)
Contract (5 months 29 days)
Published 10 hours ago
The ideal candidate has strong relevant and recent technical and hands-on background and be able is hit the ground running as an individual contributor.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Contribute to, or lead, PCB and package substrate layout development for leading-edge Optical communication products.
- Ensure compliance with IPC standards, company design practices, and fabrication capabilities.
- Collaborate with electrical, mechanical, thermal, signal-integrity, power-integrity, and manufacturing teams.
- Work with PCB fabricators, and substrate vendors to close DFMs.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent certifications with a minimum of 10+ years of relevant industry experience in PCB board and/or package substrate layout engineering.
- Expert-level proficiency with Cadence Allegro PCB design tools.
- Strong demonstrated working experience of complex high-density, high-speed PCB and substrate designs using advanced HDI, stacked micro-via, sequential lamination, and fine-pitch BGA technologies.
- Hands-on experience with complex multilayer high-density organic substrates, fine-pitch BGAs, and advanced component packages.
- Working understanding of transmission line layout geometries and rules (micro strip, strip line, CPW, etc.).
- Demonstrated experience in layout of compact low voltage and high current multiphase DC-DC power converters for state-of-the-art processors and GPUs.
- Strong understanding of PCB fabrication, assembly processes, DFM, and manufacturing tolerances.
- Demonstrated success delivering high-volume, high-reliability communication products under aggressive schedules.
HIGHLY DESIRED SKILLS
- Demonstrated experience with mSAP PCB layout design.
- Demonstrated experience with layout design of state of art optical pluggable products (CFP2, QSFP-DD, OSFP).
- Proficiency in Cadence SiP tools and Substrate layout techniques.
- Proficiency in layout of designs with Wire Bond components.
- Strong understanding of PCB fabrication and assembly processes.
- Strong knowledge of relevant industry standards (IPC Class 2/3, JEDEC, etc.).
COMPENSATION
- The pay range that the employer in good faith reasonably expects to pay for this position is $34.67/hour - $54.18/hour.
Our benefits include medical, dental, vision and retirement benefits. Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis.
Tundra Technical Solutions is among North America’s leading providers of Staffing and Consulting Services. Our success and our clients’ success are built on a foundation of service excellence. We are an equal opportunity employer, and we do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or other applicable legally protected characteristic. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable law, including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. Unincorporated LA County workers: we reasonably believe that criminal history may have a direct, adverse and negative relationship with the following job duties, potentially resulting in the withdrawal of a conditional offer of employment: client provided property, including hardware (both of which may include data) entrusted to you from theft, loss or damage; return all portable client computer hardware in your possession (including the data contained therein) upon completion of the assignment, and; maintain the confidentiality of client proprietary, confidential, or non-public information. In addition, job duties require access to secure and protected client information technology systems and related data security obligations.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Layout Engineer
Match your degree to the LCA
Your H-1B petition is only as strong as the degree-to-role alignment. Confirm your electrical engineering or computer engineering credentials map directly to the layout engineering duties listed on the LCA before your employer submits to DOL.
Look up prevailing wages before negotiating
Use the OFLC Wage Search to find the Level I through Level IV prevailing wage for your SOC code and work location. Your offered salary must meet or exceed the certified LCA wage, so know the floor before you negotiate.
Find sponsors through verified LCA data
Target employers who have already certified LCAs for layout engineering roles. Migrate Mate surfaces employers with verified H-1B sponsorship history, so you're applying to companies that have already navigated the filing process for this role.
Confirm each worksite has its own LCA
If you'll work at a client site, fab facility, or secondary office not listed on your original LCA, your employer must file a new certified LCA for that location before you start. One LCA does not cover unlisted worksites.
Review your O*NET profile before interviews
O*NET lists the core tasks, tools, and knowledge areas USCIS expects for layout engineering roles. Align your resume and interview answers to those documented duties so your employer can clearly demonstrate specialty occupation requirements.
File for premium processing on a tight timeline
If your start date or project deadlines are fixed, ask your employer to file Form I-907 for premium processing. USCIS guarantees a decision within 15 business days, which matters when semiconductor and EDA project cycles don't wait for standard adjudication.
H-1B Visa Layout Engineer: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Layout Engineer role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes, layout engineering typically qualifies as a specialty occupation. The role requires theoretical and practical application of highly specialized knowledge in electrical engineering, computer engineering, or a related field, normally attained through a bachelor's degree or higher. USCIS evaluates the specific job duties and degree requirement on each petition, so your employer's offer letter and LCA should clearly state the degree requirement for the position.
Which employers sponsor H-1B visas for Layout Engineers?
Semiconductor manufacturers, EDA software companies, defense contractors, and integrated circuit design firms are the most active sponsors for layout engineering roles. Employers with dedicated physical design or custom layout teams are most likely to sponsor. Migrate Mate lists employers with verified H-1B LCA filing history for engineering roles, so you can focus your search on companies that have already committed to sponsorship.
How long does H-1B status last for a Layout Engineer?
USCIS grants H-1B status for up to three years on initial approval. Your employer can then file an extension to bring you to a six-year maximum. Beyond six years, further extensions are possible if you have an approved I-140 immigrant petition or a PERM labor certification that has been pending for 365 days or more.
What happens to my H-1B if I change employers or move to a new project site?
Changing employers requires a new H-1B petition filed by the new company before you start. You can begin work as soon as USCIS receives the new petition under portability rules, provided you've held valid H-1B status for at least 180 days. Moving to an unlisted worksite also requires your current employer to file a new certified LCA for that specific location before the transfer.
What documents should I prepare before my employer files my H-1B petition?
Gather your academic credentials, including your bachelor's degree transcripts and diploma in electrical engineering, computer engineering, or the equivalent. If your degree is from outside the U.S., get a credential evaluation confirming equivalency to a U.S. bachelor's degree. You'll also need your passport, any prior immigration documents, and a detailed letter from your employer describing the specialized layout engineering duties that require your specific degree.