STEM OPT CAD Designer Jobs
CAD Designer roles in engineering, manufacturing, and architecture regularly qualify for STEM OPT's 24-month extension, provided your degree falls under an eligible CIP code and your employer is enrolled in E-Verify. A signed I-983 training plan connects your design work directly to your STEM field of study.
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Everything’s on the menu at Wonder. Except compromise.
Wonder is the mealtime platform built to feed every craving in one order. With Wonder, you can mix and match hundreds of dishes from 20+ exclusive restaurants in a single order, so everyone gets exactly what they’re craving. Enjoy everything from tacos to Thai with $0 delivery fees, plus dine-in or pick up at a Wonder location near you. Each dish is made to order on-site by our culinary team and served hot.
Behind the scenes, Wonder owns and operates every step of the dining experience, from recipe development to the technology that powers our experience, allowing us to deliver quality, variety, and consistency at scale.
Join us as we work to make great food more accessible.
Within Wonder, the Robotics team is a core pillar of our innovation strategy. We build the automation solutions that help make Wonder’s 'no-compromise' promise possible at scale. Our mission is to use robotics to enable incredible variety and culinary authenticity. By reimagining the kitchen environment, we improve the daily experience of our team members and ensure every customer receives a perfect meal, every time.
The best in the business are coming to Wonder, working every day to make us the destination for every mealtime moment. Join a team of technology, culinary, and logistics pioneers, backed by top-tier venture capitalists, and help us make great food more accessible.
About The Opportunity
We're seeking an Electrical CAD Designer familiar with industrial control panels to help design and develop control systems for Wonder's new automation products. You will help establish the Electrical Engineering department within the Automation team, and rapidly develop products for Wonders’ next generation restaurants. We are looking for someone who is excited to hit the ground running and be a part of a growing team building new innovative products.
The Impact You Will Make
Design & Engineering
- Design control panels for Wonder's new automation products, including APC/PLC systems, I/O architecture, safety circuits, power distribution, and pneumatic systems
- Create comprehensive control documentation, including electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, pneumatic diagrams, I/O lists, and technical specifications for engineering and technician teams
- Use a version control system to check in and out electrical drawings
- Establish foundational building blocks in AutoCAD Electrical, such as templates, for a new and growing Electrical Engineering department
- Coordinate with third-party panel fabrication teams to ensure design intent, technical accuracy, and compliance with specifications
- Learn control panel and pneumatic schematics for the existing Infinite Kitchen product to assist with support and future fabrication of this product
Commissioning & Support
- Provide on-site and remote troubleshooting support during installation, system startup, and ongoing operations
- Lead commissioning activities to ensure successful system integration and performance validation
- Wire, plumb, and program test rigs for our mechanical design team to validate prototypes
- Work collaboratively with cross-functional teams including mechanical engineers, software engineers, and technician teams
Education & Experience
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Electro-Mechanical Engineering Technology, or related field
- 4+ years of work experience as an Electrical Engineer in the Automation industry
Technical Skills
- Familiar AutoCAD Electrical
- Experience making cable drawings and other documentation
Professional Skills
- Ability to own one engineering project from start to finish
- Not afraid to ask questions and reach out for help as needed
- Willingness to travel occasionally for on-site commissioning and support
This role requires a minimum of 4 days a week in the office, with additional days as needed based on project demands.
Location: This role is based in our Boston office in Charlestown, MA
Base Salary Range: $124,000-$145,000 per year.
#LI-hybrid
Wonder uses geographic-specific salary structures, which means the salary offered may vary depending on where the job is located. The final salary offer will take into account various factors, such as the candidate's skills, education, training, credentials, and experience.
Benefits
We offer a competitive salary package including equity and 401K. Additionally, we provide multiple medical, dental, and vision plans to meet all of our employees' needs as well as many benefits and perks that are not listed.
A Final Note
At Wonder, we build the best teams by hiring with an objective lens — evaluating people for their potential while championing diversity, equity, and inclusion. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, military service eligibility, veteran status, marital status, disability, or any other protected class. As part of our commitment to fair and compliant hiring practices, Wonder participates in the federal government's E-Verify program to confirm employment eligibility. If you need an accommodation during the interview process, please let your recruiter know.
We look forward to hearing from you! We'll contact you via email or text to schedule interviews and share information about your candidacy.
About Wonder
Everything’s on the menu at Wonder. Except compromise.
Wonder is the mealtime platform built to feed every craving in one order. With Wonder, you can mix and match hundreds of dishes from 20+ exclusive restaurants in a single order, so everyone gets exactly what they’re craving. Enjoy everything from tacos to Thai with $0 delivery fees, plus dine-in or pick up at a Wonder location near you. Each dish is made to order on-site by our culinary team and served hot.
Behind the scenes, Wonder owns and operates every step of the dining experience, from recipe development to the technology that powers our experience, allowing us to deliver quality, variety, and consistency at scale.
Join us as we work to make great food more accessible.
Within Wonder, the Robotics team is a core pillar of our innovation strategy. We build the automation solutions that help make Wonder’s 'no-compromise' promise possible at scale. Our mission is to use robotics to enable incredible variety and culinary authenticity. By reimagining the kitchen environment, we improve the daily experience of our team members and ensure every customer receives a perfect meal, every time.
The best in the business are coming to Wonder, working every day to make us the destination for every mealtime moment. Join a team of technology, culinary, and logistics pioneers, backed by top-tier venture capitalists, and help us make great food more accessible.
About The Opportunity
We're seeking an Electrical CAD Designer familiar with industrial control panels to help design and develop control systems for Wonder's new automation products. You will help establish the Electrical Engineering department within the Automation team, and rapidly develop products for Wonders’ next generation restaurants. We are looking for someone who is excited to hit the ground running and be a part of a growing team building new innovative products.
The Impact You Will Make
Design & Engineering
- Design control panels for Wonder's new automation products, including APC/PLC systems, I/O architecture, safety circuits, power distribution, and pneumatic systems
- Create comprehensive control documentation, including electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, pneumatic diagrams, I/O lists, and technical specifications for engineering and technician teams
- Use a version control system to check in and out electrical drawings
- Establish foundational building blocks in AutoCAD Electrical, such as templates, for a new and growing Electrical Engineering department
- Coordinate with third-party panel fabrication teams to ensure design intent, technical accuracy, and compliance with specifications
- Learn control panel and pneumatic schematics for the existing Infinite Kitchen product to assist with support and future fabrication of this product
Commissioning & Support
- Provide on-site and remote troubleshooting support during installation, system startup, and ongoing operations
- Lead commissioning activities to ensure successful system integration and performance validation
- Wire, plumb, and program test rigs for our mechanical design team to validate prototypes
- Work collaboratively with cross-functional teams including mechanical engineers, software engineers, and technician teams
Education & Experience
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Electro-Mechanical Engineering Technology, or related field
- 4+ years of work experience as an Electrical Engineer in the Automation industry
Technical Skills
- Familiar AutoCAD Electrical
- Experience making cable drawings and other documentation
Professional Skills
- Ability to own one engineering project from start to finish
- Not afraid to ask questions and reach out for help as needed
- Willingness to travel occasionally for on-site commissioning and support
This role requires a minimum of 4 days a week in the office, with additional days as needed based on project demands.
Location: This role is based in our Boston office in Charlestown, MA
Base Salary Range: $124,000-$145,000 per year.
#LI-hybrid
Wonder uses geographic-specific salary structures, which means the salary offered may vary depending on where the job is located. The final salary offer will take into account various factors, such as the candidate's skills, education, training, credentials, and experience.
Benefits
We offer a competitive salary package including equity and 401K. Additionally, we provide multiple medical, dental, and vision plans to meet all of our employees' needs as well as many benefits and perks that are not listed.
A Final Note
At Wonder, we build the best teams by hiring with an objective lens — evaluating people for their potential while championing diversity, equity, and inclusion. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, military service eligibility, veteran status, marital status, disability, or any other protected class. As part of our commitment to fair and compliant hiring practices, Wonder participates in the federal government's E-Verify program to confirm employment eligibility. If you need an accommodation during the interview process, please let your recruiter know.
We look forward to hearing from you! We'll contact you via email or text to schedule interviews and share information about your candidacy.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding STEM OPT Authorization as a CAD Designer
Verify your CIP code before applying
Check that your degree's Classification of Instructional Programs code appears on the STEM Designated Degree Program List. Mechanical engineering, industrial design, and computer science degrees commonly support CAD Designer roles, but architecture degrees sometimes require closer review.
Confirm E-Verify enrollment before accepting offers
Ask hiring managers to confirm their E-Verify company ID before you sign anything. Employers must be actively enrolled, not just registered, so request a screenshot of their E-Verify participation status if there's any uncertainty.
Build an I-983 training plan around design deliverables
Your training plan must map specific CAD tasks, such as parametric modeling or tolerance analysis, to learning objectives tied to your STEM degree. Vague plans get rejected by your DSO, so align each objective to a named engineering or design competency.
Target employers with active engineering LCA filings
Search Migrate Mate to filter CAD Designer openings by employers whose DOL Labor Condition Application filing history confirms they've sponsored STEM roles before. Prior LCA filings in engineering occupation codes signal familiarity with OPT and E-Verify obligations.
Use O*NET to justify your role's STEM connection
Pull the O*NET occupation profile for CAD Designer or Mechanical Drafter and reference its listed STEM knowledge domains in your I-983. This documentation strengthens your DSO's approval and preempts any employer skepticism about whether the role qualifies.
Time your OPT start date around project cycles
USCIS allows you to choose your OPT start date within a defined window after graduation. Aligning that date with your employer's onboarding schedule, rather than the earliest possible date, reduces gaps and gives you more of your 36-month authorization during active employment.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does a CAD Designer role qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
It depends on your degree, not just the job title. CAD Designer positions typically qualify when the employer can document that the role requires and applies knowledge from your STEM degree, such as mechanical engineering or computer science. Your I-983 training plan must establish that direct connection. Roles at companies primarily using CAD for non-engineering drafting, such as interior decoration, are harder to justify without a relevant degree match.
What does the I-983 training plan need to include for a CAD Designer?
Your I-983 must identify specific learning objectives tied to your STEM field, not generic job duties. For a CAD Designer, that means naming technical competencies like finite element analysis, geometric dimensioning and tolerancing, or parametric modeling, and linking each to your degree's curriculum. Both you and your employer supervisor must sign it, and your DSO must approve it before your STEM OPT extension begins. USCIS can audit these plans, so vague descriptions of 'using software' are insufficient.
How do I confirm my employer is enrolled in E-Verify?
Ask your employer directly for their E-Verify company ID number, which confirms active enrollment rather than just past registration. E-Verify enrollment is mandatory for all STEM OPT employers, and your DSO will verify this before approving your extension. If an employer hesitates to provide the ID, that's a signal to clarify before accepting an offer, since working for a non-enrolled employer violates your STEM OPT terms.
What happens to my STEM OPT authorization if my H-1B is selected in the lottery?
If your employer files an H-1B visa petition on your behalf and it's selected in the lottery with an October 1 start date, cap-gap protection automatically extends your STEM OPT work authorization through September 30 if your OPT EAD would otherwise expire before then. You can continue working as a CAD Designer during this period without a new EAD. USCIS issues updated I-20 documentation reflecting cap-gap status, which you should carry with your existing EAD.
Where can I find CAD Designer jobs with employers already familiar with STEM OPT?
Migrate Mate lists CAD Designer openings filtered by employers with documented E-Verify enrollment and engineering LCA filing history, so you're not guessing whether a company has sponsored STEM roles before. Targeting employers with prior filings in relevant occupation codes reduces the friction of explaining STEM OPT requirements from scratch and shortens the time between offer and your I-983 approval.