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Design Engineer jobs on OPT require a STEM-designated degree in mechanical, electrical, or industrial engineering, which qualifies you for 24-month OPT extension. Most employers in this field file H-1B visa petitions for strong candidates, making it one of the more sponsorship-friendly paths for international engineers.
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ADVANCE YOUR CAREER. ADVANCE THE WORLD.
At AMD, we believe technology has the power to solve the world’s most important challenges. From advancing healthcare and scientific discovery to powering AI and the technologies people rely on every day, innovation at AMD is shaping the future.
Whether you’re designing next-gen processors, enabling AI breakthroughs, or bringing leading edge products to market, every role at AMD contributes to something bigger — technology that moves the world forward. Join us and, together, we’ll advance your career.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Job Role and Responsibility: Xilinx, Inc., a subsidiary of AMD, Inc., is hiring Sr. Silicon Design Engineer to define, design, verify, and create documentation for ASIC development. Determine architecture design, logic design, and system simulation. Define module interfaces/formats for simulation. Contribute to the development of multi-dimensional designs involving the layout of complex integrated circuits. Evaluate all aspects of the process flow from high-level design to synthesis, place and route and timing and power use. Analyze equipment to establish operation data, conduct experimental tests, and evaluate results. May also review vendor capability to support development. Utilize knowledge of computers and electronics, including circuit boards, processors, chips, and electronic equipment, as well as knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles. Apply knowledge of engineering principles, best practices, and technologies to the design, development, and testing of various company products.
Multiple openings. Qualified applicants click “APPLY NOW” button to apply online. Travel required: NO
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Degree required:
Master’s degree or foreign equivalent in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Electronic Engineering, or related field.
Amount and type of experience required:
One (1) year of experience in the job offered or a closely related engineering role.
Specific skills required:
The following skills are required:
- CMOS transistor design;
- Physical design of deep submicron digital ASIC chips;
- Large-scale ASIC chip physical design;
- Submicron ASIC design flow;
- ASIC design tools (synthesis, simulation, equivalence checking, static timing analysis);
- Back-End (physical design) EDA tools;
- Physical design (PD) process; and
- TCL and Perl.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Benefits offered are described: AMD benefits at a glance.
AMD does not accept unsolicited resumes from headhunters, recruitment agencies, or fee-based recruitment services. AMD and its subsidiaries are equal opportunity, inclusive employers and will consider all applicants without regard to age, ancestry, color, marital status, medical condition, mental or physical disability, national origin, race, religion, political and/or third-party affiliation, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We encourage applications from all qualified candidates and will accommodate applicants’ needs under the respective laws throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process.
AMD may use Artificial Intelligence to help screen, assess or select applicants for this position. AMD’s “Responsible AI Policy” is available here. This posting is for an existing vacancy.
INTRODUCTION
ADVANCE YOUR CAREER. ADVANCE THE WORLD.
At AMD, we believe technology has the power to solve the world’s most important challenges. From advancing healthcare and scientific discovery to powering AI and the technologies people rely on every day, innovation at AMD is shaping the future.
Whether you’re designing next-gen processors, enabling AI breakthroughs, or bringing leading edge products to market, every role at AMD contributes to something bigger — technology that moves the world forward. Join us and, together, we’ll advance your career.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Job Role and Responsibility: Xilinx, Inc., a subsidiary of AMD, Inc., is hiring Sr. Silicon Design Engineer to define, design, verify, and create documentation for ASIC development. Determine architecture design, logic design, and system simulation. Define module interfaces/formats for simulation. Contribute to the development of multi-dimensional designs involving the layout of complex integrated circuits. Evaluate all aspects of the process flow from high-level design to synthesis, place and route and timing and power use. Analyze equipment to establish operation data, conduct experimental tests, and evaluate results. May also review vendor capability to support development. Utilize knowledge of computers and electronics, including circuit boards, processors, chips, and electronic equipment, as well as knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles. Apply knowledge of engineering principles, best practices, and technologies to the design, development, and testing of various company products.
Multiple openings. Qualified applicants click “APPLY NOW” button to apply online. Travel required: NO
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Degree required:
Master’s degree or foreign equivalent in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Electronic Engineering, or related field.
Amount and type of experience required:
One (1) year of experience in the job offered or a closely related engineering role.
Specific skills required:
The following skills are required:
- CMOS transistor design;
- Physical design of deep submicron digital ASIC chips;
- Large-scale ASIC chip physical design;
- Submicron ASIC design flow;
- ASIC design tools (synthesis, simulation, equivalence checking, static timing analysis);
- Back-End (physical design) EDA tools;
- Physical design (PD) process; and
- TCL and Perl.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Benefits offered are described: AMD benefits at a glance.
AMD does not accept unsolicited resumes from headhunters, recruitment agencies, or fee-based recruitment services. AMD and its subsidiaries are equal opportunity, inclusive employers and will consider all applicants without regard to age, ancestry, color, marital status, medical condition, mental or physical disability, national origin, race, religion, political and/or third-party affiliation, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We encourage applications from all qualified candidates and will accommodate applicants’ needs under the respective laws throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process.
AMD may use Artificial Intelligence to help screen, assess or select applicants for this position. AMD’s “Responsible AI Policy” is available here. This posting is for an existing vacancy.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship as a Design Engineer
Target STEM-heavy industries first
Aerospace, automotive, semiconductor, and medical device companies hire Design Engineers at scale and have established visa sponsorship pipelines. These industries are more experienced with OPT timelines and H-1B visa transitions than general manufacturing or small firms.
Highlight CAD and simulation tools prominently
Proficiency in SolidWorks, CATIA, AutoCAD, or ANSYS signals job-readiness immediately. Employers sponsoring OPT students want candidates who contribute from day one, so tool-specific experience reduces their perceived risk of hiring someone on work authorization.
Apply well before your OPT start date
Design Engineer roles often involve security clearance checks, background screening, or hardware procurement approvals. Starting your search three to four months early gives employers enough lead time to process onboarding without rushing your authorization paperwork.
Ask directly about sponsorship during the offer stage
Frame the conversation around your STEM OPT extension: you have up to three years of authorized work time before H-1B sponsorship is required. Many hiring managers do not realize this, and clarifying it early removes the biggest objection to hiring international candidates.
Build a portfolio around real engineering deliverables
Capstone projects, internship work, or personal builds that show tolerancing decisions, material selection, or prototype iteration demonstrate engineering judgment. Employers sponsoring OPT students need confidence in technical output, and a portfolio provides that evidence faster than a resume alone.
Prioritize companies with H-1B filing history
Companies that have filed H-1B petitions for Design Engineers in the past are far more likely to sponsor again. This filing history is public record, and filtering for it before applying helps you spend time on employers who already understand the sponsorship process.
Design Engineer OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Do Design Engineer jobs typically qualify for the 24-month STEM OPT extension?
Yes. Design Engineer roles almost always qualify for the STEM OPT extension because they require a degree in engineering, which appears on the DHS STEM designated degree list. To apply for the extension, your employer must be enrolled in E-Verify and you must file Form I-765 before your initial 12-month OPT expires.
How do I find Design Engineer employers who sponsor OPT students?
Migrate Mate filters job listings specifically for employers willing to sponsor F-1 OPT and H-1B candidates, so you are not applying to roles that will screen you out at the authorization question. Focusing your search there saves significant time compared to sorting through general job postings where sponsorship willingness is unclear.
Can I work as a Design Engineer during the 60-day grace period between jobs?
No. You cannot perform any work during the 60-day grace period following the end of your authorized OPT employment. You must have a new OPT job offer that falls within your authorized period, or transition to a new status. Working without authorization during the grace period creates serious immigration consequences.
Does a Design Engineer role at a startup or small company count for OPT purposes?
Yes, company size does not affect OPT work authorization eligibility. Any legitimate U.S. employer can hire you on OPT, including startups. The key requirements are that the work is directly related to your degree field and, for the STEM extension, the employer is enrolled in E-Verify. Smaller companies may be less familiar with the process, so be prepared to walk them through the E-Verify enrollment requirement.
What happens to my Design Engineer OPT authorization if my employer files an H-1B petition for me?
If your employer files an H-1B petition on your behalf before your OPT expires, and your status is still active on April 1, you may be eligible for cap-gap protection. This automatically extends your OPT authorization through September 30 of that year, allowing you to continue working as a Design Engineer without any gap in employment authorization while the petition is pending.