STEM OPT Electrical Design Technician Jobs
Electrical Design Technician roles in power systems, circuit layout, and CAD-based design fall squarely within STEM OPT eligibility. Your 24-month extension applies as long as your employer is enrolled in E-Verify and your degree aligns with an approved STEM CIP code in electrical or electronic engineering technology.
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Join Our Team at Design Ready Controls — Where Innovation Powers Progress!
Are you passionate about solving complex electrical challenges, collaborating with engineering talent, and being part of projects that make a real impact? Design Ready Controls is looking for a detail-oriented and driven Electrical Engineering Technician to join our growing team.
The Electrical Engineering Technician I position is primarily responsible for assisting in tasks such as quoting, documenting, troubleshooting, testing of electrical systems and components, and ensuring safety and quality standards. This role will assist in meeting project deadlines and deliver high-quality engineering solutions that enhance the company’s overall mission.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist with the documentation of electrical systems and components.
- Provide quotes and documents to customers upon request.
- Perform testing and validation of electrical prototypes to ensure functionality and reliability.
- Document test results, project updates, and technical specifications accurately and thoroughly.
- Support engineering teams in troubleshooting and resolving electrical issues as they arise.
- Provide technical support for the production floor and customers.
- Collaborate with engineers and other technicians in the execution of project tasks and timelines.
- Participate in project meetings and contribute ideas to improve processes and outcomes.
Education | Experience
- Associate degree in Electrical Engineering Technology or related field preferred.
- Familiarity with electrical circuit design and basic principles of electronics.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
- Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment and communicate clearly.
- Knowledge of safety protocols and regulations related to electrical systems.
- Basic computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and engineering software.
Abilities | Skills
- Strong foundation in technical principles
- Proficiency with engineering tools and software
- The ability to perform precise measurements and calculations
- Proactive attitude
- Willingness to learn
- The ability to work collaboratively with engineers and other technicians
In Return We Offer You
- Hourly pay range of $27.00-$33.00 DOE
- Comprehensive Benefits Package:
+ Medical, Dental, Vision, HSA, FSA, Dependent Care FSA, Life Insurance, Disability, ADD, 401(k), Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, Floating Holidays, ESST.
This job description is intended to convey information essential to understanding the scope of the position and is not intended to be an exhaustive list of skills, efforts, duties, responsibilities, or working conditions associated with the position. The position will also assume any other additional responsibilities as assigned by the manager. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Design Ready Controls is an equal opportunity employer.
Design Ready Controls is committed to providing competitive total compensation and benefits packages. This listed range is based upon a full-time schedule. This is a good faith estimate on the applicable range. Base salaries are determined by taking a variety of factors into account, including, but not limited to, candidate qualifications, education, geographic locations, market conditions, and internal equity.
Position Summary
Join Our Team at Design Ready Controls — Where Innovation Powers Progress!
Are you passionate about solving complex electrical challenges, collaborating with engineering talent, and being part of projects that make a real impact? Design Ready Controls is looking for a detail-oriented and driven Electrical Engineering Technician to join our growing team.
The Electrical Engineering Technician I position is primarily responsible for assisting in tasks such as quoting, documenting, troubleshooting, testing of electrical systems and components, and ensuring safety and quality standards. This role will assist in meeting project deadlines and deliver high-quality engineering solutions that enhance the company’s overall mission.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist with the documentation of electrical systems and components.
- Provide quotes and documents to customers upon request.
- Perform testing and validation of electrical prototypes to ensure functionality and reliability.
- Document test results, project updates, and technical specifications accurately and thoroughly.
- Support engineering teams in troubleshooting and resolving electrical issues as they arise.
- Provide technical support for the production floor and customers.
- Collaborate with engineers and other technicians in the execution of project tasks and timelines.
- Participate in project meetings and contribute ideas to improve processes and outcomes.
Education | Experience
- Associate degree in Electrical Engineering Technology or related field preferred.
- Familiarity with electrical circuit design and basic principles of electronics.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
- Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment and communicate clearly.
- Knowledge of safety protocols and regulations related to electrical systems.
- Basic computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and engineering software.
Abilities | Skills
- Strong foundation in technical principles
- Proficiency with engineering tools and software
- The ability to perform precise measurements and calculations
- Proactive attitude
- Willingness to learn
- The ability to work collaboratively with engineers and other technicians
In Return We Offer You
- Hourly pay range of $27.00-$33.00 DOE
- Comprehensive Benefits Package:
+ Medical, Dental, Vision, HSA, FSA, Dependent Care FSA, Life Insurance, Disability, ADD, 401(k), Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, Floating Holidays, ESST.
This job description is intended to convey information essential to understanding the scope of the position and is not intended to be an exhaustive list of skills, efforts, duties, responsibilities, or working conditions associated with the position. The position will also assume any other additional responsibilities as assigned by the manager. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Design Ready Controls is an equal opportunity employer.
Design Ready Controls is committed to providing competitive total compensation and benefits packages. This listed range is based upon a full-time schedule. This is a good faith estimate on the applicable range. Base salaries are determined by taking a variety of factors into account, including, but not limited to, candidate qualifications, education, geographic locations, market conditions, and internal equity.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding STEM OPT Authorization as an Electrical Design Technician
Confirm your CIP code before applying
Check that your degree program maps to an approved STEM CIP code, such as 15.0399 for electrical engineering technology. Your DSO can verify this on your I-20 before you accept any offer.
Search E-Verify status before interviewing
Look up a prospective employer's E-Verify enrollment through the E-Verify employer search tool before your first interview. A company that isn't enrolled can't legally employ you on STEM OPT, no matter how strong the offer.
Target employers with active LCA filings
Use Migrate Mate to filter Electrical Design Technician roles by employers who have filed Labor Condition Applications, signaling they already understand and engage with work-authorization processes for technical staff.
Draft your I-983 around actual project deliverables
Your training plan must tie each learning objective to a specific work task, such as schematic design, PCB layout, or load-flow analysis. Generic objectives get flagged by DSOs. Map the plan to the job description line by line.
Use the OFLC Wage Search to negotiate from a position of data
Run the OFLC Wage Search for your SOC code and metro area before salary discussions. Electrical Design Technician prevailing wage data is publicly available by region and experience level, giving you concrete reference points during offer negotiations.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does an Electrical Design Technician role qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
Yes, if your degree is in an approved STEM field such as electrical engineering technology, electronics technology, or a related discipline with an eligible CIP code. The role itself must also be directly related to your degree. Your DSO confirms eligibility by verifying the CIP code on your I-20 against the STEM Designated Degree Program List published by USCIS.
How do I verify that an employer is enrolled in E-Verify?
Use the E-Verify employer search tool to look up any company by name or employer identification number before accepting an offer. Enrollment in E-Verify is a legal requirement for all STEM OPT employers, not just a preference. If a company isn't listed, they cannot employ you on the 24-month STEM extension regardless of role or offer terms.
What goes into the I-983 training plan for an Electrical Design Technician?
Your I-983 must describe specific, measurable learning objectives tied to actual job duties, such as producing electrical schematics in AutoCAD, performing load calculations, or supporting circuit board design reviews. Generic language like 'gain engineering experience' will not satisfy your DSO. Each objective should reference a real deliverable from your job description and connect directly to your degree field.
What happens to my work authorization if my OPT EAD expires before an H-1B petition is filed?
If your employer files an H-1B petition on your behalf before your EAD expiration date, USCIS cap-gap provisions automatically extend your work authorization through September 30 of that fiscal year. You can continue working without interruption during this period. If no petition is filed before your EAD expires, your authorization ends and you cannot legally continue working.
Where can I find Electrical Design Technician jobs where employers already understand STEM OPT?
Migrate Mate filters roles by employers with active labor condition application filing history, which indicates they've already navigated work-authorization requirements for technical staff. This saves you from spending interviews educating hiring managers about STEM OPT basics. You can search by job title and filter specifically for E-Verify enrolled employers in your target metro area.