STEM OPT Electrical Engineer Jobs

Electrical Engineer roles qualify for the 24-month STEM OPT extension when your degree is in electrical engineering or a related CIP-coded field and your employer is enrolled in E-Verify. That gives you up to 36 months of work authorization to build U.S. experience in power systems, embedded hardware, circuit design, or RF engineering.

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Open Jobs3,767+
Top Visa TypeF-1 OPT
Work Type86% On-site
Median Salary$105K
Top LocationAustin, TX
Most JobsApple

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Juniper Networks (Us)
Hardware Electrical Engineer - Software
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Juniper Networks (Us)
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Hardware Electrical Engineer - Software
Juniper Networks (Us)
Spring, Texas
Specialized Engineering
Electrical Engineering
Engineering (Non-Software)
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Associate's

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Zebra Technologies
Electrical Engineer, Senior
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Electrical Engineer, Senior
Zebra Technologies
Holtsville, New York
Electrical Engineering
Specialized Engineering
Software Engineering
Engineering (Non-Software)
$96,800/yr - $145,200/yr
Hybrid
2+ yrs exp.
Bachelor's
5,001-10,000

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WSP
Intermediate Professional, Electrical Engineer
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Intermediate Professional, Electrical Engineer
WSP
San Antonio, Texas
Electrical Engineering
Specialized Engineering
Engineering (Non-Software)
On-Site
1+ yr exp.
Bachelor's

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AMETEK
Electrical Engineer
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Electrical Engineer
AMETEK
San Diego, California
Specialized Engineering
Electrical Engineering
Engineering (Non-Software)
$80,000/yr - $100,000/yr
On-Site
2+ yrs exp.
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Stryker
Electrical Engineer
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Electrical Engineer
Stryker
Flower Mound, Texas
Electrical Engineering
Specialized Engineering
Engineering (Non-Software)
$98,200/yr - $163,700/yr
On-Site
4+ yrs exp.
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Tips for Finding STEM OPT Authorization as an Electrical Engineer

Verify your CIP code before applying

Check that your degree's Classification of Instructional Programs code maps to an approved STEM field, electrical engineering falls under CIP 14.1001. Your DSO confirms this in SEVIS before certifying your STEM OPT extension request.

Confirm E-Verify enrollment before accepting offers

Ask your recruiter for the company's E-Verify employer ID number before signing. Employers can also self-verify their enrollment status through the E-Verify portal. No E-Verify enrollment means no STEM OPT authorization, regardless of the role.

Use the OFLC Wage Search to negotiate pay

Look up the prevailing wage for Electrical Engineers in your target metro area using the OFLC Wage Search before salary discussions. Your I-983 training plan requires compensation at least equal to similarly situated U.S. workers, so knowing the benchmark protects you.

Target hardware-heavy roles for I-983 specificity

Electrical Engineer training plans are easiest to defend when the role involves documented technical milestones, PCB design cycles, firmware validation, or power systems commissioning. Roles with measurable deliverables give your DSO concrete learning objectives to put in the I-983.

Search Migrate Mate for E-Verify confirmed employers

Migrate Mate filters Electrical Engineer listings by employers with confirmed E-Verify enrollment and active DOL LCA filing history, so you're not wasting applications on companies that can't legally hire STEM OPT students.

File your STEM OPT application 90 days early

USCIS allows you to apply for the 24-month extension up to 90 days before your initial OPT EAD expires. Filing late can create an authorization gap. Your DSO must recommend the extension in SEVIS before you submit Form I-765.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does an electrical engineering degree qualify for the STEM OPT extension?

Yes. Electrical engineering degrees are listed under CIP code 14.1001, which is on the DHS STEM Designated Degree Program List. Closely related fields such as computer engineering (CIP 14.0901) and electrical and electronics engineering technology (CIP 15.0303) also qualify. Your DSO verifies the CIP code in SEVIS when processing your extension recommendation.

What E-Verify requirement applies to my STEM OPT employer?

Your employer must be enrolled in E-Verify before your STEM OPT extension is approved and must remain enrolled throughout your entire authorization period. If the company is acquired or restructures, E-Verify enrollment must carry over to the new entity. USCIS can terminate a STEM OPT authorization if the employer's E-Verify participation lapses at any point during your employment.

What goes into the I-983 training plan for an electrical engineer?

The I-983 must describe specific technical goals tied to your electrical engineering role, such as designing power conversion circuits, validating embedded firmware, or commissioning high-voltage systems. Goals need measurable outcomes and a realistic timeline. Your employer's supervisor signs the plan, and your DSO must certify it. USCIS or ICE can audit the plan, so vague or generic objectives are a compliance risk.

What happens to my work authorization if my H-1B is selected in the lottery?

If your employer files an H-1B petition on your behalf and it's selected in the lottery with an October 1 start date, cap-gap protection extends your STEM OPT EAD automatically from April 1 through September 30. You can continue working as an electrical engineer without interruption during that window, as long as your employer maintains your status in good standing before the H-1B takes effect.

Where can I find electrical engineer jobs that sponsor STEM OPT?

Migrate Mate lists electrical engineer roles with employers that have confirmed E-Verify enrollment and active DOL Labor Condition Application filing history, so you can identify companies already familiar with STEM OPT hiring before you apply. Filtering by role and employer verification status saves significant time compared to researching each company's compliance status manually.

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