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Circuit Design Engineer roles in semiconductors, RF systems, and embedded hardware fall squarely within STEM OPT eligibility. Your STEM degree lets you apply for a 24-month OPT extension, giving you up to 36 months of work authorization, as long as your employer is enrolled in E-Verify before your training plan is filed.
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Schneider Electric is seeking a highly motivated MCCB Continuous Engineer to support and enhance the North American PowerPacT™ Molded Case Circuit Breaker (MCCB) product portfolio based out of Cedar Rapids, Iowa. In this role, you will drive product improvements, support manufacturing and quality initiatives, validate design changes, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure product performance, compliance, and customer satisfaction.
This position offers the opportunity to work closely with engineering, manufacturing, quality, marketing, and supply chain teams while contributing to the development and continuous improvement of industry-leading power distribution products.
What Will You Do?
- Own and maintain the North American PowerPacT™ Molded Case Circuit Breaker (MCCB) product portfolio.
- Develop and execute verification and validation (V&V) plans to ensure product compliance and performance.
- Apply structured problem-solving methodologies such as 5 Whys, 8D, Root Cause Analysis (RCA), and Fishbone Diagrams to investigate and resolve product and manufacturing issues.
- Lead and support the validation of FAIRs (First Article Inspection Reports) and Pilot Run reviews.
- Support North American Global Supply Chain manufacturing facilities through technical guidance and product compliance activities.
- Conduct manufacturing audits to ensure compliance with applicable industry standards, including UL, IEC, ANSI, CSA, NOM, and CCC.
- Create, modify, and validate engineering documentation, including:
+ Bills of Materials (BOMs)
+ CAD models and drawings
+ Parts and sub-assemblies
- Execute engineering design changes using Creo Parametric and other 3D CAD tools.
- Perform engineering analyses, including:
+ Thermal analysis
+ Electromagnetic analysis
+ Structural analysis
+ Dynamic/mechanical analysis
- Support laboratory testing, product validation, data analysis, and technical reporting.
- Investigate internal and external product returns and drive corrective actions.
- Lead circuit breaker engineering projects, including planning, scheduling, and technical reviews.
- Support production-line engineering qualification activities.
- Interpret test data and communicate findings through technical reports and presentations to engineering, product management, and leadership teams.
- Develop and maintain Design Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (DFMEA/xFMEA) documentation.
- Identify and implement Quality, Value, and Engineering (QVE) improvement opportunities.
What Skills and Capabilities Will Make You Successful?
- Strong problem-solving and root cause analysis skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and projects simultaneously.
- Strong analytical and technical reasoning capability.
- Effective collaboration and teamwork skills.
- Ability to influence stakeholders and drive decisions through data and technical expertise.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Experience working in cross-functional and multicultural environments.
- Self-motivated with a continuous improvement mindset.
- Leadership capabilities with the ability to drive engineering projects from concept through implementation.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Physics, or a related technical field.
- 3-6 years of experience in product engineering, manufacturing engineering, or electromechanical product development.
- Experience with 3D CAD modeling and engineering drawing creation.
- Knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T).
- Experience with product testing and evaluation methods associated with industry standards such as UL, CSA, NOM, IEC, CCC, and ANSI.
- Understanding of manufacturing processes, including:
+ Metal stamping
+ Thermoplastic molding
+ Thermoset molding
- Knowledge of Design for Manufacturability (DFM) and Design for Assembly (DFA) principles.
- Willingness to travel up to 10% within North America, including manufacturing facilities in the United States and Mexico.
Preferred Qualifications
- Master's degree in Engineering or related technical discipline.
- Experience with Molded Case Circuit Breakers (MCCB), Miniature Circuit Breakers (MCB) or Air Circuit Breakers (ACB).
- Experience with Computer-Aided Engineering (CAE) tools and simulations, including structural, thermal, electromagnetic, and kinematic analysis.
- Understanding of electrical distribution products and power systems.
- Experience leading technical or R&D projects.
Bring your technical leadership to a team that's ready to innovate with you — apply today!
Local Benefits
At Schneider, we believe that every employee is a talent who deserves equal opportunities. This means you matter. Every individual needs to feel valued, supported, and treated fairly to do their best work.
Our Total Rewards is our way of saying: “We see you. We value you”. It’s more than just pay and benefits - it’s a meaningful investment in you. It is designed for you to perform, grow, feel safe, and elevate your potential to shine as an impact maker.
For this U.S. based position, the expected pay range is USD 86,400 - USD 129,600 per year. This pay range includes base pay and short-term incentives. The compensation range for this full-time position applies to candidates located within the United States. Our pay ranges are determined by reviewing roles of similar responsibility and level. Within the pay range, individual pay is determined by several factors including performance, knowledge, job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.
Schneider Electric is there when it matters most to you
Our Total Rewards package outlines all the benefits and support you’ll enjoy as part of the Schneider Electric team:
Care for Yourself and Your Family. We ensure you feel secure with benefits that help you and your family thrive: medical (with member reward points), dental, vision, and basic life insurance, Benefit Bucks, flexible work arrangements, paid family leaves, well-being programs, 12 holidays per year, and 15 days of paid time off per year.
Invest and Plan Your Future. We help you plan and invest for the future with competitive pay and programs including base salary, incentives, company share ownership, and 401(k) with match.
Grow Your Skills and Career. We support development through performance discussions, global opportunities, the Schneider Career Hub, and learning platforms like Coursera.
Team Up in the Workplace. We encourage collaboration, recognition, sharing your voice, and an inclusive workplace.
Support Your Community. We make a difference through volunteer leave, programs with the Schneider Electric Foundation, youth education initiatives, and military leave benefits.
If you believe this job posting is not compliant with applicable state pay transparency laws in the U.S., please notify the Company as soon as possible upon discovery by completing this form Job Posting Compliance Form.
Looking to make an IMPACT with your career?
When you are thinking about joining a new team, culture matters. At Schneider Electric, our values and behaviors are the foundation for creating a great culture to support business success. We believe that our IMPACT values – Inclusion, Mastery, Purpose, Action, Curiosity, Teamwork – starts with us.
IMPACT is also your invitation to join Schneider Electric where you can contribute to turning sustainability ambition into actions, no matter what role you play. It is a call to connect your career with the ambition of achieving a more resilient, efficient, and sustainable world.
We are looking for IMPACT Makers; exceptional people who turn sustainability ambitions into actions at the intersection of automation, electrification, and digitization. We celebrate IMPACT Makers and believe everyone has the potential to be one.
Become an IMPACT Maker with Schneider Electric – apply today!
€40 billion global revenue
+9% organic growth
150,000+ employees in 100+ countries
You must submit an online application to be considered for any position with us. This position will be posted until filled.
Schneider Electric aspires to be the most inclusive and caring company in the world, by providing equitable opportunities to everyone, everywhere, and ensuring all employees feel uniquely valued and safe to contribute their best. We mirror the diversity of the communities in which we operate, and ‘inclusion’ is one of our core values. We believe our differences make us stronger as a company and as individuals and we are committed to championing inclusivity in everything we do.
At Schneider Electric, we uphold the highest standards of ethics and compliance, and we believe that trust is a foundational value. Our Trust Charter is our Code of Conduct and demonstrates our commitment to ethics, safety, sustainability, quality and cybersecurity, underpinning every aspect of our business and our willingness to behave and respond respectfully and in good faith to all our stakeholders. You can find out more about our Trust Charter here.
Schneider Electric is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is our policy to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities in the areas of recruiting, hiring, training, transferring, and promoting all qualified individuals regardless of race, religion, color, gender, disability, national origin, ancestry, age, military status, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other legally protected characteristic or conduct.
About the Role
Schneider Electric is seeking a highly motivated MCCB Continuous Engineer to support and enhance the North American PowerPacT™ Molded Case Circuit Breaker (MCCB) product portfolio based out of Cedar Rapids, Iowa. In this role, you will drive product improvements, support manufacturing and quality initiatives, validate design changes, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure product performance, compliance, and customer satisfaction.
This position offers the opportunity to work closely with engineering, manufacturing, quality, marketing, and supply chain teams while contributing to the development and continuous improvement of industry-leading power distribution products.
What Will You Do?
- Own and maintain the North American PowerPacT™ Molded Case Circuit Breaker (MCCB) product portfolio.
- Develop and execute verification and validation (V&V) plans to ensure product compliance and performance.
- Apply structured problem-solving methodologies such as 5 Whys, 8D, Root Cause Analysis (RCA), and Fishbone Diagrams to investigate and resolve product and manufacturing issues.
- Lead and support the validation of FAIRs (First Article Inspection Reports) and Pilot Run reviews.
- Support North American Global Supply Chain manufacturing facilities through technical guidance and product compliance activities.
- Conduct manufacturing audits to ensure compliance with applicable industry standards, including UL, IEC, ANSI, CSA, NOM, and CCC.
- Create, modify, and validate engineering documentation, including:
+ Bills of Materials (BOMs)
+ CAD models and drawings
+ Parts and sub-assemblies
- Execute engineering design changes using Creo Parametric and other 3D CAD tools.
- Perform engineering analyses, including:
+ Thermal analysis
+ Electromagnetic analysis
+ Structural analysis
+ Dynamic/mechanical analysis
- Support laboratory testing, product validation, data analysis, and technical reporting.
- Investigate internal and external product returns and drive corrective actions.
- Lead circuit breaker engineering projects, including planning, scheduling, and technical reviews.
- Support production-line engineering qualification activities.
- Interpret test data and communicate findings through technical reports and presentations to engineering, product management, and leadership teams.
- Develop and maintain Design Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (DFMEA/xFMEA) documentation.
- Identify and implement Quality, Value, and Engineering (QVE) improvement opportunities.
What Skills and Capabilities Will Make You Successful?
- Strong problem-solving and root cause analysis skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and projects simultaneously.
- Strong analytical and technical reasoning capability.
- Effective collaboration and teamwork skills.
- Ability to influence stakeholders and drive decisions through data and technical expertise.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Experience working in cross-functional and multicultural environments.
- Self-motivated with a continuous improvement mindset.
- Leadership capabilities with the ability to drive engineering projects from concept through implementation.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Physics, or a related technical field.
- 3-6 years of experience in product engineering, manufacturing engineering, or electromechanical product development.
- Experience with 3D CAD modeling and engineering drawing creation.
- Knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T).
- Experience with product testing and evaluation methods associated with industry standards such as UL, CSA, NOM, IEC, CCC, and ANSI.
- Understanding of manufacturing processes, including:
+ Metal stamping
+ Thermoplastic molding
+ Thermoset molding
- Knowledge of Design for Manufacturability (DFM) and Design for Assembly (DFA) principles.
- Willingness to travel up to 10% within North America, including manufacturing facilities in the United States and Mexico.
Preferred Qualifications
- Master's degree in Engineering or related technical discipline.
- Experience with Molded Case Circuit Breakers (MCCB), Miniature Circuit Breakers (MCB) or Air Circuit Breakers (ACB).
- Experience with Computer-Aided Engineering (CAE) tools and simulations, including structural, thermal, electromagnetic, and kinematic analysis.
- Understanding of electrical distribution products and power systems.
- Experience leading technical or R&D projects.
Bring your technical leadership to a team that's ready to innovate with you — apply today!
Local Benefits
At Schneider, we believe that every employee is a talent who deserves equal opportunities. This means you matter. Every individual needs to feel valued, supported, and treated fairly to do their best work.
Our Total Rewards is our way of saying: “We see you. We value you”. It’s more than just pay and benefits - it’s a meaningful investment in you. It is designed for you to perform, grow, feel safe, and elevate your potential to shine as an impact maker.
For this U.S. based position, the expected pay range is USD 86,400 - USD 129,600 per year. This pay range includes base pay and short-term incentives. The compensation range for this full-time position applies to candidates located within the United States. Our pay ranges are determined by reviewing roles of similar responsibility and level. Within the pay range, individual pay is determined by several factors including performance, knowledge, job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.
Schneider Electric is there when it matters most to you
Our Total Rewards package outlines all the benefits and support you’ll enjoy as part of the Schneider Electric team:
Care for Yourself and Your Family. We ensure you feel secure with benefits that help you and your family thrive: medical (with member reward points), dental, vision, and basic life insurance, Benefit Bucks, flexible work arrangements, paid family leaves, well-being programs, 12 holidays per year, and 15 days of paid time off per year.
Invest and Plan Your Future. We help you plan and invest for the future with competitive pay and programs including base salary, incentives, company share ownership, and 401(k) with match.
Grow Your Skills and Career. We support development through performance discussions, global opportunities, the Schneider Career Hub, and learning platforms like Coursera.
Team Up in the Workplace. We encourage collaboration, recognition, sharing your voice, and an inclusive workplace.
Support Your Community. We make a difference through volunteer leave, programs with the Schneider Electric Foundation, youth education initiatives, and military leave benefits.
If you believe this job posting is not compliant with applicable state pay transparency laws in the U.S., please notify the Company as soon as possible upon discovery by completing this form Job Posting Compliance Form.
Looking to make an IMPACT with your career?
When you are thinking about joining a new team, culture matters. At Schneider Electric, our values and behaviors are the foundation for creating a great culture to support business success. We believe that our IMPACT values – Inclusion, Mastery, Purpose, Action, Curiosity, Teamwork – starts with us.
IMPACT is also your invitation to join Schneider Electric where you can contribute to turning sustainability ambition into actions, no matter what role you play. It is a call to connect your career with the ambition of achieving a more resilient, efficient, and sustainable world.
We are looking for IMPACT Makers; exceptional people who turn sustainability ambitions into actions at the intersection of automation, electrification, and digitization. We celebrate IMPACT Makers and believe everyone has the potential to be one.
Become an IMPACT Maker with Schneider Electric – apply today!
€40 billion global revenue
+9% organic growth
150,000+ employees in 100+ countries
You must submit an online application to be considered for any position with us. This position will be posted until filled.
Schneider Electric aspires to be the most inclusive and caring company in the world, by providing equitable opportunities to everyone, everywhere, and ensuring all employees feel uniquely valued and safe to contribute their best. We mirror the diversity of the communities in which we operate, and ‘inclusion’ is one of our core values. We believe our differences make us stronger as a company and as individuals and we are committed to championing inclusivity in everything we do.
At Schneider Electric, we uphold the highest standards of ethics and compliance, and we believe that trust is a foundational value. Our Trust Charter is our Code of Conduct and demonstrates our commitment to ethics, safety, sustainability, quality and cybersecurity, underpinning every aspect of our business and our willingness to behave and respond respectfully and in good faith to all our stakeholders. You can find out more about our Trust Charter here.
Schneider Electric is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is our policy to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities in the areas of recruiting, hiring, training, transferring, and promoting all qualified individuals regardless of race, religion, color, gender, disability, national origin, ancestry, age, military status, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other legally protected characteristic or conduct.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding STEM OPT Authorization as a Circuit Design Engineer
Verify your CIP code matches circuit engineering
Your STEM OPT eligibility depends on your degree's Classification of Instructional Programs code. Electrical Engineering (14.1001) and Computer Engineering (14.0901) both qualify, but confirm your specific code with your DSO before applying to roles.
Check E-Verify enrollment before accepting offers
Your employer must be enrolled in E-Verify before you submit your I-983 training plan. Search the E-Verify employer search tool by company name to confirm enrollment status. An unenrolled employer cannot legally authorize your STEM OPT extension.
Build a portfolio of tape-out or simulation projects
Circuit Design Engineer roles require demonstrated proficiency in tools like Cadence, Synopsys, or SPICE. Hiring managers at semiconductor firms often filter candidates by tape-out experience. Document any academic or internship designs you contributed to before applying.
Target fabless and EDA companies with OPT hiring history
Use Migrate Mate to filter Circuit Design Engineer roles by employers who have filed Labor Condition Applications for STEM roles. DOL LCA data shows which companies actively hire STEM OPT students into hardware and design positions.
Structure your I-983 around specific design deliverables
Your I-983 training plan must list concrete learning objectives tied to your Circuit Design Engineer role. Vague descriptions get rejected by DSOs. Specify milestones like schematic design reviews, layout sign-offs, or silicon bring-up participation with projected completion dates.
Benchmark your offer against OFLC Wage Search data
Before signing an offer, look up your job title and work location in the OFLC Wage Search to confirm the salary meets the prevailing wage for that metro area. Underpaid STEM OPT positions can create problems if the employer later files an H-1B visa petition on your behalf.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Circuit Design Engineer role qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
Yes, if your degree is in an eligible STEM field. Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, and Computer Science degrees all carry qualifying CIP codes. The role itself must also relate directly to your degree field. Your DSO reviews both the job description and your degree when approving your I-983 training plan, so confirm the connection is explicit before they submit.
How do I confirm my employer is enrolled in E-Verify before starting?
Use the E-Verify employer search tool to look up your employer by company name or employer identification number. Enrollment must be active before you submit your I-983 training plan to your DSO. If your employer is not yet enrolled, they can register directly through E-Verify, but that process takes time, so raise it early in the offer negotiation stage.
What should my I-983 training plan include for a Circuit Design Engineer position?
Your I-983 must describe how the role connects to your STEM degree with specific, measurable learning goals. For circuit design roles, list objectives like mastering a particular EDA toolchain, completing a design review cycle, or contributing to a tape-out milestone. Generic descriptions like 'gain industry experience' are not sufficient and will delay DSO approval.
What happens to my work authorization if my H-1B is selected in the lottery while on STEM OPT?
If your employer files an H-1B petition on your behalf and it is selected in the lottery, cap-gap protection extends your STEM OPT work authorization through September 30 of that fiscal year. USCIS issues cap-gap coverage automatically if your OPT EAD is still valid when the petition is filed. You can continue working as a Circuit Design Engineer during this period without interruption.
Where can I find Circuit Design Engineer jobs where employers are already familiar with STEM OPT?
Migrate Mate lists Circuit Design Engineer roles filtered by employers with active DOL Labor Condition Application filings, which shows they have experience hiring international candidates in STEM roles. Targeting these employers reduces the time you spend educating hiring managers about E-Verify enrollment and I-983 requirements, which are non-negotiable parts of your extension approval.