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Electrical Systems Engineer roles in the United States are accessible to international professionals through J-1 visa sponsorship, most commonly under the Trainee or Research Scholar category. Designated sponsors issue the DS-2019, while your host employer provides the hands-on engineering placement. No lottery or annual cap applies.
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As a technology leader, NXP is re-imagining how we connect and interact with our advanced portfolio of wireless solutions. Our in-house experts build on decades of leadership in RF technology to not only guide the ongoing expansion of wireless, but also innovate across the entirety of the wireless spectrum.
From such short range technologies like NFC and Ultra-Wideband, to Wi-Fi 7/8, the NXP team is driving global market adoption of these cutting-edge technologies. When combined with the processing power of the EdgeVerse platform, NXP is uniquely positioned to enable smart connected devices for IoT, industrial, auto and communication infrastructure applications—making lives easier, safer, and more convenient.
Joining the NXP Wireless Connectivity team means you will have unparalleled opportunities to develop the best-in-class products with the latest IEEE standards in advanced processing nodes; it means you will work with a group of passionate and talented engineers to tackle the most crucial tasks leading the next-generation of innovations including Wi-Fi 7 technologies.
NXP’s Wireless Connectivity team has an open and inclusive work environment that promotes excellence, innovation, collaboration, and integrity. An expanding business comes with tremendous career opportunities which will challenge and grow your talents. If you are ready to start the next chapter of your career in the wireless area, you don’t want to miss this opportunity to join a world leader in this technology.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
NXP's Wireless Connectivity team currently have job opening(s) in the following area(s):
2026 Intern, wireless system team
As an intern for the wireless system engineering team, the candidate will participate in the research and development of advanced wireless technology.
The candidate's responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:
- Design and development of advanced wireless LAN technologies
- Develop simulations using Matlab or C++ to verify the new features
- Work closely with the rest of system team or hardware design teams to analyze the data and brainstorm the enhancement for next generation products.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Currently pursuing a PhD or Masters in Electrical Engineering or a related field, with a graduation of December 2026 or later
- Must understand the fundamentals of signal processing and digital communications
- Must understand the fundamentals of machine learning and/or hardware accelerator
- Must be fluent in C/C++, MATLAB
- Desirable to have wireless sensing experience
- Desirable to have scripting and automation skills
- Desirable to be familiar with IEEE WLAN 802.11 standards
COMPENSATION
The base salary range for this position is as mentioned below per year. We also provide competitive benefits, incentive compensation, and/or equity for certain roles.
A reasonable estimate of the base salary range as of the date of this posting is:
$64,480 to $107,500 annually
Company benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k), and paid leave. Please note that the base salary range (OR hourly rate) is a guideline, and individual total compensation may vary based on a number of factors such as qualifications, skill level, work location, and other business and organizational needs. This base pay range is specific to California and is not applicable to other locations.
NXP is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer regardless of age, color, national origin, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital status, status as a disabled veteran and/or veteran of the Vietnam Era or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, NXP will provide reasonable accommodations for otherwise qualified disabled individuals.
INTRODUCTION
As a technology leader, NXP is re-imagining how we connect and interact with our advanced portfolio of wireless solutions. Our in-house experts build on decades of leadership in RF technology to not only guide the ongoing expansion of wireless, but also innovate across the entirety of the wireless spectrum.
From such short range technologies like NFC and Ultra-Wideband, to Wi-Fi 7/8, the NXP team is driving global market adoption of these cutting-edge technologies. When combined with the processing power of the EdgeVerse platform, NXP is uniquely positioned to enable smart connected devices for IoT, industrial, auto and communication infrastructure applications—making lives easier, safer, and more convenient.
Joining the NXP Wireless Connectivity team means you will have unparalleled opportunities to develop the best-in-class products with the latest IEEE standards in advanced processing nodes; it means you will work with a group of passionate and talented engineers to tackle the most crucial tasks leading the next-generation of innovations including Wi-Fi 7 technologies.
NXP’s Wireless Connectivity team has an open and inclusive work environment that promotes excellence, innovation, collaboration, and integrity. An expanding business comes with tremendous career opportunities which will challenge and grow your talents. If you are ready to start the next chapter of your career in the wireless area, you don’t want to miss this opportunity to join a world leader in this technology.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
NXP's Wireless Connectivity team currently have job opening(s) in the following area(s):
2026 Intern, wireless system team
As an intern for the wireless system engineering team, the candidate will participate in the research and development of advanced wireless technology.
The candidate's responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:
- Design and development of advanced wireless LAN technologies
- Develop simulations using Matlab or C++ to verify the new features
- Work closely with the rest of system team or hardware design teams to analyze the data and brainstorm the enhancement for next generation products.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Currently pursuing a PhD or Masters in Electrical Engineering or a related field, with a graduation of December 2026 or later
- Must understand the fundamentals of signal processing and digital communications
- Must understand the fundamentals of machine learning and/or hardware accelerator
- Must be fluent in C/C++, MATLAB
- Desirable to have wireless sensing experience
- Desirable to have scripting and automation skills
- Desirable to be familiar with IEEE WLAN 802.11 standards
COMPENSATION
The base salary range for this position is as mentioned below per year. We also provide competitive benefits, incentive compensation, and/or equity for certain roles.
A reasonable estimate of the base salary range as of the date of this posting is:
$64,480 to $107,500 annually
Company benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k), and paid leave. Please note that the base salary range (OR hourly rate) is a guideline, and individual total compensation may vary based on a number of factors such as qualifications, skill level, work location, and other business and organizational needs. This base pay range is specific to California and is not applicable to other locations.
NXP is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer regardless of age, color, national origin, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital status, status as a disabled veteran and/or veteran of the Vietnam Era or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, NXP will provide reasonable accommodations for otherwise qualified disabled individuals.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding J-1 Visa Sponsorship as an Electrical Systems Engineer
Align your credentials to J-1 category requirements
Trainee status requires a degree plus one year of relevant experience, or five years of work experience without a degree. Confirm your electrical engineering background meets the category threshold before approaching any host employer or designated sponsor.
Target host employers with active training infrastructure
Electrical systems roles require a formal Training/Internship Placement Plan signed by the host employer. Prioritize power utilities, defense contractors, and semiconductor firms that already run structured graduate engineering programs, since they're experienced with that paperwork.
Search for J-1-compatible roles using Migrate Mate
Filter your search by employers who have hosted J-1 exchange visitors in engineering disciplines. Migrate Mate surfaces these roles so you're not cold-applying to companies unfamiliar with the DS-2019 process or host-organization obligations.
Verify prevailing wage compliance before accepting an offer
Your host employer must pay the DOL prevailing wage for your specific electrical engineering specialty and location. Cross-check the offered salary against the OFLC Wage Search before signing anything, since underpayment can jeopardize your program approval.
Clarify the two-year home residency requirement early
Research Scholar and Specialist categories often carry a two-year home-country residency requirement after program completion. If your electrical engineering role qualifies as specialized knowledge from a government-funded field, confirm your waiver eligibility with the designated sponsor before your start date.
Build a portfolio that documents systems-level engineering scope
Designated sponsors evaluate whether your proposed training adds skills genuinely unavailable at home. Document past projects involving power distribution, embedded control systems, or grid architecture to show your U.S. placement extends your professional capabilities, not just repeats existing experience.
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Find Electrical Systems Engineer JobsElectrical Systems Engineer J-1 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Which J-1 program category fits an Electrical Systems Engineer role?
It depends on your career stage. Current students or recent graduates typically fit the Intern category, which requires active enrollment or graduation within 12 months. Professionals with a degree plus at least one year of post-graduation experience qualify for the Trainee category. Researchers conducting advanced electrical systems work at a university or national lab may qualify as a Research Scholar.
Who actually sponsors the J-1 visa for an engineering placement?
The J-1 visa sponsor is a U.S. Department of State-designated organization, not your employer. Organizations such as CIEE, Cultural Vistas, or AIPT issue the DS-2019 form and act as your official program sponsor. Your host employer, the company where you'll actually work, signs the training plan and fulfills host obligations but does not hold designated sponsor status.
How do I find U.S. employers open to hosting a J-1 Electrical Systems Engineer?
Many engineering firms are unfamiliar with J-1 host obligations, so targeting companies with prior experience matters. Migrate Mate lets you search for roles and employers that align with J-1 sponsorship pathways in engineering fields, reducing the time spent approaching companies that won't engage with the DS-2019 process. Focus your outreach on power, defense, and advanced manufacturing sectors.
Does the two-year home residency requirement apply to engineering J-1 roles?
It can. The two-year home-country physical presence requirement applies when your exchange program is funded by your home government, when your field appears on your country's Exchange Visitor Skills List, or when you hold a Trainee or Specialist designation in certain technical fields. Confirm whether your specific electrical engineering specialty and funding source trigger this requirement before accepting the placement.
What does the Training/Internship Placement Plan require for an engineering role?
The DS-7002 form, the Training/Internship Placement Plan, must detail the specific engineering skills you'll acquire, the supervision structure, and the phase-by-phase training schedule. For Electrical Systems Engineers, this typically means documenting hands-on work in areas like power systems design, control architecture, or embedded firmware, along with measurable learning objectives that your host employer and designated sponsor both sign off on.
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