STEM OPT Electrical Systems Engineer Jobs
Electrical Systems Engineer roles qualify for the 24-month STEM OPT extension if your degree falls under an eligible CIP code in electrical, electronics, or systems engineering. Your employer must be enrolled in E-Verify and sign your I-983 training plan before your extension begins.
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Imagine the world without Apple devices! Does it feel strange? Apple products might even be one of the reasons you wanted to BE a Hardware Design Engineer. Now, imagine yourself designing future Apple products. The iPhone team is looking for engineers who are driven by the opportunity to take on big challenges. Engineers, who like to immerse themselves in systems hardware design, creating magic in the palm of their hand on a device that will affect millions of iPhone users. Big challenges? I'd say that's pretty close. Our team is collaborative, creative and passionate about what we do and the products we make. Come join us!
DESCRIPTION
This is a unique hardware design position that starts at product concept and continues all the way through to mass production. You will own the design, integration, and validation of rigid boards, printed flexible circuits, and overall system-level solutions that push the boundaries of technology. Work daily with multi-functional technology teams in a fast-paced environment. There will be opportunities for international travel.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
BS Electrical/Computer Engineering or equivalent
Strong electrical engineering fundamentals including analog and digital design
Experience working with dynamic multi-functional teams
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
MS Electrical/Computer Engineering or equivalent
3-5 years years of industry experience is preferred
High speed digital design experience
Schematic capture and PCB layout
Hands-on lab experience with hardware bring-up and debug
Fundamentals of signal and power integrity
Understanding of low voltage power regulation solutions
Integration of hardware into multi-functional systems
Use of scripting languages to assist with hardware development
Familiarity with the challenges of taking a product from design through to production
Excellent verbal, written and presentation skills
PAY & BENEFITS
At Apple, base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. This provides the opportunity to progress as you grow and develop within a role. The base pay range for this role is between $150,400 and $277,600, and your base pay will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.
Apple employees also have the opportunity to become an Apple shareholder through participation in Apple's discretionary employee stock programs. Apple employees are eligible for discretionary restricted stock unit awards, and can purchase Apple stock at a discount if voluntarily participating in Apple's Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You'll also receive benefits including: Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits, a range of discounted products and free services, and for formal education related to advancing your career at Apple, reimbursement for certain educational expenses - including tuition. Additionally, this role might be eligible for discretionary bonuses or commission payments as well as relocation. Learn more about Apple Benefits
Note: Apple benefit, compensation and employee stock programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms of the applicable plan or program.
INTRODUCTION
Imagine the world without Apple devices! Does it feel strange? Apple products might even be one of the reasons you wanted to BE a Hardware Design Engineer. Now, imagine yourself designing future Apple products. The iPhone team is looking for engineers who are driven by the opportunity to take on big challenges. Engineers, who like to immerse themselves in systems hardware design, creating magic in the palm of their hand on a device that will affect millions of iPhone users. Big challenges? I'd say that's pretty close. Our team is collaborative, creative and passionate about what we do and the products we make. Come join us!
DESCRIPTION
This is a unique hardware design position that starts at product concept and continues all the way through to mass production. You will own the design, integration, and validation of rigid boards, printed flexible circuits, and overall system-level solutions that push the boundaries of technology. Work daily with multi-functional technology teams in a fast-paced environment. There will be opportunities for international travel.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
BS Electrical/Computer Engineering or equivalent
Strong electrical engineering fundamentals including analog and digital design
Experience working with dynamic multi-functional teams
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
MS Electrical/Computer Engineering or equivalent
3-5 years years of industry experience is preferred
High speed digital design experience
Schematic capture and PCB layout
Hands-on lab experience with hardware bring-up and debug
Fundamentals of signal and power integrity
Understanding of low voltage power regulation solutions
Integration of hardware into multi-functional systems
Use of scripting languages to assist with hardware development
Familiarity with the challenges of taking a product from design through to production
Excellent verbal, written and presentation skills
PAY & BENEFITS
At Apple, base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. This provides the opportunity to progress as you grow and develop within a role. The base pay range for this role is between $150,400 and $277,600, and your base pay will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.
Apple employees also have the opportunity to become an Apple shareholder through participation in Apple's discretionary employee stock programs. Apple employees are eligible for discretionary restricted stock unit awards, and can purchase Apple stock at a discount if voluntarily participating in Apple's Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You'll also receive benefits including: Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits, a range of discounted products and free services, and for formal education related to advancing your career at Apple, reimbursement for certain educational expenses - including tuition. Additionally, this role might be eligible for discretionary bonuses or commission payments as well as relocation. Learn more about Apple Benefits
Note: Apple benefit, compensation and employee stock programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms of the applicable plan or program.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding STEM OPT Authorization as an Electrical Systems Engineer
Confirm your degree's CIP code eligibility
Not every engineering degree automatically qualifies. Cross-reference your transcript's field of study against the DHS STEM OPT designated degree list to confirm your electrical or systems engineering CIP code is included before you apply for the extension.
Check E-Verify enrollment before accepting offers
Your employer must be actively enrolled in E-Verify, not just registered. Ask your recruiter to confirm their E-Verify company ID number. Unenrolled employers cannot legally hire STEM OPT students regardless of intent to sponsor.
Use OFLC Wage Search to anchor salary negotiations
Electrical Systems Engineers fall under SOC 17-2071. Pull the prevailing wage for your metro area using the OFLC Wage Search before negotiating. Employers sponsoring future H-1B visa petitions must meet or exceed this wage, so low offers signal future filing problems.
Build your I-983 training plan around measurable deliverables
Vague training goals get flagged during DSO review. Map your daily engineering tasks to specific learning objectives tied to your STEM degree, such as circuit analysis, embedded systems design, or power systems integration, so the plan holds up to USCIS scrutiny.
Find STEM OPT employers through Migrate Mate
Search Migrate Mate to filter Electrical Systems Engineer roles by employers with verified E-Verify enrollment and active STEM OPT hiring history, so you're targeting companies already set up to onboard you without delays.
Time your extension application to avoid authorization gaps
File your STEM OPT extension with USCIS at least 90 days before your initial OPT EAD expires. If pending approval extends past your EAD end date, your 180-day automatic extension kicks in only if you filed on time.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does an Electrical Systems Engineer role qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
Yes, if your degree is in electrical engineering, electronics engineering, systems engineering, or a closely related field listed on the DHS STEM designated degree program list. The role itself must also provide practical training directly related to your degree. Your DSO verifies the CIP code match before approving your I-983. Check O*NET for the SOC code 17-2071, which covers most electrical and systems engineering positions.
What E-Verify requirement applies to my STEM OPT employer?
Your employer must be enrolled in E-Verify before your STEM OPT extension start date. Enrollment after your start date does not satisfy the requirement. Ask HR for the company's E-Verify employer identification number and confirm active status through the E-Verify website. Employers who are not enrolled cannot legally employ STEM OPT students, even if they intend to sponsor H-1B status later. Use Migrate Mate to find roles at employers already verified as E-Verify enrolled.
What goes into the I-983 training plan for an Electrical Systems Engineer?
The I-983 requires a detailed description of how your day-to-day work connects to your STEM degree. For electrical systems engineers, this means documenting tasks like circuit design, power distribution analysis, control systems development, or systems integration testing and linking each to specific engineering competencies from your coursework. Both you and a supervising company official must sign it. Your DSO must approve it before USCIS processes your extension.
How does cap-gap protection apply if my employer files an H-1B petition during my STEM OPT?
If your employer files a timely H-1B petition for the October 1 start date before your STEM OPT EAD expires, cap-gap protection extends your work authorization automatically through September 30. You can continue working as an Electrical Systems Engineer during that period without interruption. USCIS confirms cap-gap status through your I-20 update from your DSO. You do not receive a new EAD card for the cap-gap period.
How do I find Electrical Systems Engineer jobs that support STEM OPT?
Search Migrate Mate to browse Electrical Systems Engineer openings filtered for employers with E-Verify enrollment and documented STEM OPT hiring experience. Many job postings do not state E-Verify status upfront, so targeting employers through a platform built for OPT students saves time and reduces the risk of accepting an offer from an ineligible company. Verify E-Verify enrollment directly with HR before signing any offer.