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Mechanical Design Engineer roles in the United States are accessible to exchange visitors through the J-1 visa Trainee or Intern program categories, depending on your career stage. Securing sponsorship requires a designated sponsor organization to issue your DS-2019, not the hiring employer directly.
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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.
REPORTS TO
Sr, Manager, Mechanical Design Engineering
WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING
The Mechanical Design group is seeking a Mechanical Design Intern to join our team. As a member of the Mechanical Design Team you will be a driving force of innovation and helping build the future of electric vehicle charging.
WHAT YOU WILL BRING TO CHARGEPOINT
As a Mechanical Design Intern, your responsibilities will include the full range of the product design process:
- Design of prototype parts, test fixtures
- Design of experiments and engineering validation testing
- Documenting test results in reports and presenting findings to the broader organization
- Prototype assembly
- Creation of engineering documentation in the form of drawings and bills of material
- Root cause and failure analysis
REQUIREMENTS
- Actively enrolled in a degree program in Mechanical Engineering, Product Design, or related field (Aero, Mechatronics and Thermal concentrations considered)
- 3rd year student or beyond with at least 2 prior internships
- Prior Experience
- As an intern, lab assistant, teaching assistant, etc
- Involvement at a deep level in a relevant student design project like SAE Formula-E, Solar Car or Solar Decathlon
- At least 1 year experience with Siemens NX CAD in prior internship
- Experience with shop tools
- Excellent, professional communication skills
- Knowledge of heat transfer
- Knowledge of basic electrical circuits
- Ability to perform basic stress/strain analysis
- Availability to commit to a full-time internship in a fast-paced professional environment
- Local applicants preferred as relocation assistance is not offered
ChargePoint is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices.
The targeted US salary range for roles at this operating level is $25 to $30. 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
Sr, Manager, Mechanical Design Engineering
WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING
The Mechanical Design group is seeking a Mechanical Design Intern to join our team. As a member of the Mechanical Design Team you will be a driving force of innovation and helping build the future of electric vehicle charging.
WHAT YOU WILL BRING TO CHARGEPOINT
As a Mechanical Design Intern, your responsibilities will include the full range of the product design process:
- Design of prototype parts, test fixtures
- Design of experiments and engineering validation testing
- Documenting test results in reports and presenting findings to the broader organization
- Prototype assembly
- Creation of engineering documentation in the form of drawings and bills of material
- Root cause and failure analysis
REQUIREMENTS
- Actively enrolled in a degree program in Mechanical Engineering, Product Design, or related field (Aero, Mechatronics and Thermal concentrations considered)
- 3rd year student or beyond with at least 2 prior internships
- Prior Experience
- As an intern, lab assistant, teaching assistant, etc
- Involvement at a deep level in a relevant student design project like SAE Formula-E, Solar Car or Solar Decathlon
- At least 1 year experience with Siemens NX CAD in prior internship
- Experience with shop tools
- Excellent, professional communication skills
- Knowledge of heat transfer
- Knowledge of basic electrical circuits
- Ability to perform basic stress/strain analysis
- Availability to commit to a full-time internship in a fast-paced professional environment
- Local applicants preferred as relocation assistance is not offered
ChargePoint is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices.
The targeted US salary range for roles at this operating level is $25 to $30. 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 J-1 Visa Sponsorship as a Mechanical Design Engineer
Document your engineering credentials before applying
Gather transcripts, degree certificates, and a portfolio of CAD or CAE project work before you approach host employers. Designated sponsors reviewing your DS-2019 application will verify that your engineering background directly supports the proposed training objectives.
Distinguish Intern from Trainee eligibility early
The J-1 Intern category requires current enrollment in a foreign degree program, while Trainee requires at least one year of post-degree work experience. Applying under the wrong category delays DS-2019 issuance, so confirm which fits your career stage first.
Target host employers with structured engineering programs
Use Migrate Mate to identify U.S. employers advertising mechanical design roles that align with J-1 exchange visitor objectives. Hosts with formal training plans already drafted move through designated sponsor approval faster than those building one from scratch.
Build a training plan around your specific design discipline
Your designated sponsor requires a detailed Training or Internship Placement Plan outlining the technical skills you will develop, such as GD&T proficiency, FEA software, or tolerance analysis. Vague plans referencing generic engineering tasks are routinely rejected.
Clarify the 2-year home residency requirement with your sponsor
Some Mechanical Design Engineer exchange visitors, particularly those funded by their home government or from skills-shortage countries, are subject to INA 212(e), requiring two years of home-country residence before switching to H-1B visa or a green card. Confirm your status with your designated sponsor before accepting an offer.
Verify the host employer's workplace compliance posture
Ask the host employer whether they participate in E-Verify and whether they have hosted J-1 exchange visitors previously. USCIS and the State Department expect designated sponsors to place trainees with employers who can demonstrate a safe, structured work environment before DS-2019 issuance.
Mechanical Design Engineer J-1 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Which J-1 program category fits a Mechanical Design Engineer?
Your category depends on where you are in your career. If you're currently enrolled in a foreign engineering degree program, the J-1 Intern category applies, with placements limited to 12 months. If you've already graduated and have at least one year of relevant professional experience, the J-1 Trainee category applies and allows up to 18 months. Research Scientists pursuing academic exchange may qualify as Research Scholars instead.
Who actually sponsors the J-1 visa for a mechanical engineering role?
The visa sponsor is a U.S. Department of State-designated organization, not your employer. Organizations like AIPT or Cultural Vistas issue the DS-2019 form that makes you eligible to apply for the J-1 visa. The engineering firm or manufacturer where you work is the host organization. Your employer provides the job and training plan, but the designated sponsor is the legal sponsor responsible for your exchange program compliance.
How do I find U.S. employers open to hosting J-1 mechanical design engineers?
Most U.S. employers don't advertise J-1 host positions explicitly, which makes targeted searching difficult. Migrate Mate surfaces mechanical design roles with U.S. employers whose hiring history and role structures align with J-1 Trainee and Intern program requirements, letting you filter by engineering discipline rather than scrolling through general job listings.
What does the training plan for a Mechanical Design Engineer need to include?
Your Training or Internship Placement Plan, submitted to your designated sponsor on Form DS-7002, must specify the engineering competencies you will develop, the phases of training, the supervision structure, and how each phase connects to your prior education or experience. For mechanical design roles, this typically means detailing exposure to specific CAD platforms, tolerance analysis methods, prototype workflows, or manufacturing standards relevant to the host's industry.
Does the 2-year home residency requirement affect J-1 mechanical engineers?
It can. If your training is funded by your home government, if your home country appears on the State Department's skills list, or if your designated sponsor's program is government-financed, INA 212(e) requires you to return home for two years before applying for H-1B status or a U.S. immigrant visa. A waiver is possible but not guaranteed. Confirm whether the requirement applies to you with your designated sponsor before signing an offer.