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Test Engineer jobs are a strong fit for F-1 OPT students with degrees in computer science, electrical engineering, or software engineering. STEM OPT extension eligibility gives you up to three years of work authorization, making you a practical hire for employers building out QA and testing teams.
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Get Access To All JobsINTRODUCTION
Looking for a place that values your unique talents? Discover Stryker's award-winning culture.
We are proud to offer you our total rewards package which includes bonuses, healthcare, insurance benefits, retirement programs, wellness programs, as well as service and performance awards – not to mention various social and recreational activities, all of which are location specific.
JOB DESCRIPTION
We are excited to be named one of the World’s Best Workplaces by Fortune Magazine! We are proud to offer you 12 paid holidays annually. For an overview of our benefits and time off, please follow this link to learn more: US Stryker employee benefits.
Stryker’s Instruments Test Lab is seeking a Senior Test Engineer to perform development, verification, and lifecycle testing on the next generation of medical devices. As a member of the Test Lab Team, you will be a key part of bringing the next generation of cutting-edge medical technology to market.
In this role, you will be responsible for coordinating and conducting performance and lifecycle testing on assigned projects and products. You will act as the testing representative and primary technical point of contact between the Test Lab and the Product Development team responsible for the commercialization of equipment. This position will be key to determining test protocols, screening design concepts, developing new test methodologies, coordinating testing with other lab equipment, and working towards delivering on project due dates. This position may also coordinate other lab staff to keep the testing moving through 2nd and 3rd shift.
WHAT YOU WILL DO
In this role you will be responsible for the testing needs of a wide variety of products to make healthcare better. This includes assisting project teams with insightful feedback, hands-on development of high-quality test methodologies, and proactive planning to ensure reliable product testing. You will work to ensure the team's testing needs are well thought out and proactively involve all of the necessary supporting groups before testing such as Metrology, Quality, CAE, and Test Operations. Individuals in this role may be responsible to:
- Assist design groups and internal customers from the start of research all the way to final verification testing.
- Select test equipment, develop test methods, create customized test fixtures, set up test systems, and execute testing.
- Design, develop, and implement high-quality test systems customized to the product being tested.
- Demonstrate a strong working knowledge of good laboratory practices, testing standards, procedures, statistical knowledge, and laboratory safety practices.
- Communicate proactively and effectively to act as the key contact between stakeholders and the lab.
- Assist with the formulation of test guidelines and procedures and may recommend revisions of specifications where necessary.
- Evaluate, recommend, and maintain engineering-related test systems.
- Assist Test Lab management with priorities, scheduling, and technician training for all work related to their allocated projects.
WHAT YOU NEED
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor of Science is required, preference for Mechanical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering Technology degree, preference for Masters/PhD.
- A minimum of 2 years of relevant experience is required with a B.S.
- Basic understanding of testing, testing equipment, good laboratory practices, and department metrics.
- Proficient use of common laboratory test equipment is required.
- Effective interpersonal communication skills are required.
- Must be able to occasionally lift up to 40 lbs.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Mechanical/electrical/software problem-solving skills are desired.
- Comfortable and confident speaking in front of small to medium groups of people.
- Test Lab/Test Systems experience preferred.
- Exercise discretion and independence when applying professional expertise.
- Able to manage time and projects proactively, complete documentation accurately and bring tasks through to completion with minimal supervision.
- Able to analyze and correct complex processes and/or product issues using independent judgment.
- This is a 1st shift position but may require face-to-face communication with 2nd and 3rd shift lab staff on occasion.
- Medical Device experience in a highly regulated environment a plus.
COMPENSATION
- Salary Range: $77,700 - $129,500 USD Annual
Health benefits include: Medical and prescription drug insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, critical illness insurance, accident insurance, hospital indemnity insurance, personalized healthcare support, wellbeing program and tobacco cessation program. Financial benefits include: Health Savings Account (HSA), Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs), 401(k) plan, Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP), basic life and AD&D insurance, and short-term disability insurance. Stryker offers innovative products and services in MedSurg, Neurotechnology, Orthopaedics and Spine that help improve patient and healthcare outcomes. Alongside its customers around the world, Stryker impacts more than 150 million patients annually. Depending on customer requirements employees and new hires in sales and field roles that require access to customer accounts as a function of the job may be required to obtain various vaccinations as an essential function of their role.
INTRODUCTION
Looking for a place that values your unique talents? Discover Stryker's award-winning culture.
We are proud to offer you our total rewards package which includes bonuses, healthcare, insurance benefits, retirement programs, wellness programs, as well as service and performance awards – not to mention various social and recreational activities, all of which are location specific.
JOB DESCRIPTION
We are excited to be named one of the World’s Best Workplaces by Fortune Magazine! We are proud to offer you 12 paid holidays annually. For an overview of our benefits and time off, please follow this link to learn more: US Stryker employee benefits.
Stryker’s Instruments Test Lab is seeking a Senior Test Engineer to perform development, verification, and lifecycle testing on the next generation of medical devices. As a member of the Test Lab Team, you will be a key part of bringing the next generation of cutting-edge medical technology to market.
In this role, you will be responsible for coordinating and conducting performance and lifecycle testing on assigned projects and products. You will act as the testing representative and primary technical point of contact between the Test Lab and the Product Development team responsible for the commercialization of equipment. This position will be key to determining test protocols, screening design concepts, developing new test methodologies, coordinating testing with other lab equipment, and working towards delivering on project due dates. This position may also coordinate other lab staff to keep the testing moving through 2nd and 3rd shift.
WHAT YOU WILL DO
In this role you will be responsible for the testing needs of a wide variety of products to make healthcare better. This includes assisting project teams with insightful feedback, hands-on development of high-quality test methodologies, and proactive planning to ensure reliable product testing. You will work to ensure the team's testing needs are well thought out and proactively involve all of the necessary supporting groups before testing such as Metrology, Quality, CAE, and Test Operations. Individuals in this role may be responsible to:
- Assist design groups and internal customers from the start of research all the way to final verification testing.
- Select test equipment, develop test methods, create customized test fixtures, set up test systems, and execute testing.
- Design, develop, and implement high-quality test systems customized to the product being tested.
- Demonstrate a strong working knowledge of good laboratory practices, testing standards, procedures, statistical knowledge, and laboratory safety practices.
- Communicate proactively and effectively to act as the key contact between stakeholders and the lab.
- Assist with the formulation of test guidelines and procedures and may recommend revisions of specifications where necessary.
- Evaluate, recommend, and maintain engineering-related test systems.
- Assist Test Lab management with priorities, scheduling, and technician training for all work related to their allocated projects.
WHAT YOU NEED
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor of Science is required, preference for Mechanical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering Technology degree, preference for Masters/PhD.
- A minimum of 2 years of relevant experience is required with a B.S.
- Basic understanding of testing, testing equipment, good laboratory practices, and department metrics.
- Proficient use of common laboratory test equipment is required.
- Effective interpersonal communication skills are required.
- Must be able to occasionally lift up to 40 lbs.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Mechanical/electrical/software problem-solving skills are desired.
- Comfortable and confident speaking in front of small to medium groups of people.
- Test Lab/Test Systems experience preferred.
- Exercise discretion and independence when applying professional expertise.
- Able to manage time and projects proactively, complete documentation accurately and bring tasks through to completion with minimal supervision.
- Able to analyze and correct complex processes and/or product issues using independent judgment.
- This is a 1st shift position but may require face-to-face communication with 2nd and 3rd shift lab staff on occasion.
- Medical Device experience in a highly regulated environment a plus.
COMPENSATION
- Salary Range: $77,700 - $129,500 USD Annual
Health benefits include: Medical and prescription drug insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, critical illness insurance, accident insurance, hospital indemnity insurance, personalized healthcare support, wellbeing program and tobacco cessation program. Financial benefits include: Health Savings Account (HSA), Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs), 401(k) plan, Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP), basic life and AD&D insurance, and short-term disability insurance. Stryker offers innovative products and services in MedSurg, Neurotechnology, Orthopaedics and Spine that help improve patient and healthcare outcomes. Alongside its customers around the world, Stryker impacts more than 150 million patients annually. Depending on customer requirements employees and new hires in sales and field roles that require access to customer accounts as a function of the job may be required to obtain various vaccinations as an essential function of their role.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship as a Test Engineer
Target companies with established QA teams
Large software and hardware companies run dedicated testing organizations that hire OPT students regularly. A structured QA team signals the employer understands long-term engineering headcount needs, which correlates with willingness to sponsor H-1B visa down the line.
Highlight automation skills prominently
Employers prioritize test automation over manual testing for full-time hires. Proficiency in Selenium, Pytest, or Cypress on your resume signals you can contribute immediately, which strengthens your case with employers evaluating whether OPT work authorization is worth the process.
Frame your STEM OPT extension as an asset
Your STEM OPT extension gives employers up to three years before H-1B sponsorship becomes necessary. Lead with this in conversations. Many hiring managers don't realize the timeline, and clarifying it removes the most common hesitation around hiring international students.
Pursue roles with clear specialty occupation alignment
Test Engineer positions that require a specific engineering or computer science degree qualify as specialty occupations for H-1B purposes. Look for job postings that list a degree requirement in a relevant field rather than accepting any bachelor's degree interchangeably.
Get your DSO to confirm your OPT STEM eligibility early
Before applying, confirm your degree qualifies for STEM OPT extension through your Designated School Official. Knowing your authorized end date and having your EAD card ready speeds up the hiring process once an employer extends an offer.
Build a portfolio of test cases and bug reports
Concrete artifacts from internships, projects, or open-source contributions demonstrate job-ready skills. A GitHub repository showing test suites or defect documentation gives hiring managers evidence beyond the resume and reduces perceived risk when sponsoring an OPT candidate.
Test Engineer OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Can I work as a Test Engineer on OPT?
Yes, Test Engineer roles qualify for OPT work authorization as long as the position is directly related to your field of study. Degrees in computer science, electrical engineering, software engineering, and related disciplines all support Test Engineer employment. Your EAD card is the document your employer needs before your start date.
Does a Test Engineer role qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
It depends on your degree, not just the job title. If your degree is on the STEM Designated Degree Program List, and the Test Engineer role is related to that field, you can apply for a 24-month STEM OPT extension through your DSO. This gives you up to three years of total OPT work authorization after graduation.
Do Test Engineer employers typically sponsor H-1B visas?
Many do, particularly mid-size and large technology and semiconductor companies that run dedicated QA organizations. Test Engineer positions generally qualify as specialty occupations because they require a bachelor's degree in a specific technical field. Searching Migrate Mate filters for employers who have a demonstrated history of sponsoring work visas, which saves significant research time.
What should I tell employers who are uncertain about hiring someone on OPT?
Explain that OPT work authorization is already approved by USCIS before you apply, so there is no employer petition required during the OPT period. For STEM OPT extensions, the employer does need to enroll in E-Verify and sign a training plan, but this is a straightforward process. Most concerns stem from unfamiliarity rather than actual administrative burden.
What happens to my OPT authorization if I change jobs to a different Test Engineer role?
You can change employers on OPT, but the new role must still be directly related to your degree. Standard OPT requires you to report employer changes to your DSO within 10 days. On STEM OPT, you also need to update your training plan with the new employer and ensure they are enrolled in E-Verify before your start date.