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Embedded Systems Engineer roles qualify for STEM OPT because they sit squarely within STEM CIP codes covering electrical, computer, and software engineering. Your 24-month extension gives you up to 36 months of work authorization, provided your employer is enrolled in E-Verify and you complete an I-983 training plan tied to your engineering degree.
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199489
Date posted
05/28/2026
Work Location Model
On-site Flex
Work Location
Tualatin-OR
Work Country
United States
The group you’ll be a part of
In the Global Products Group, we are dedicated to excellence in the design and engineering of Lam's etch and deposition products. We drive innovation to ensure our cutting-edge solutions are helping to solve the biggest challenges in the semiconductor industry.
The impact you’ll make
As an Embedded HW/FW Engineer at Lam, you'll design complex systems, or products for our wafer fabrication equipment. You will define system specifications, requirements, parameters, and compatibility to integrate hardware, and firmware into a cohesive system. Identifying, analyzing, and resolving system design weaknesses combined with your multi-layered technical expertise you help shape the next generation of Lam initiatives.
What you’ll do
Firmware Design and Development
- Design and architect software solutions for embedded systems, considering hardware limitations and performance requirements.
- Develop and implement software modules using C/C++ programming languages. Integrate with hardware components by writing device drivers and interfacing with peripherals such as sensors and actuators.
- Utilize real-time operating systems (RTOS) to manage system timing and task scheduling.
Prototyping and Testing
- Conduct comprehensive testing on prototypes, including electrical, functional, and environmental stress testing.
- Utilize debugging tools to identify and resolve software defects and hardware-related issues.
- Analyze system timing to ensure timing specific constraints are met.
Integration and Validation
- Work closely with hardware engineers to understand system requirements and ensure seamless software-hardware integration.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define product specifications and project timelines.
- Document technical design specifications, code comments, and test reports.
- Develop and execute system-level validation tests to ensure the overall performance of the embedded system meets requirements.
Documentation and Support
- Create detailed technical documentation, design & functional specifications.
- Troubleshoot FW & HW issues that arise during development or deployment.
Who we’re looking for
- Associates or Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering / Science, or a related field with a minimum of 2 years of related work experience.
- Familiarity with various embedded components, their peripherals, and supporting hardware components (e.g. MCU, FPGA, CPLD, ADC, DAC).
- Knowledge of communication protocols like SPI, I2C, UART.
- Proficiency in C programming language.
- Familiarity with RTOS concepts and development.
- Experience working with various instrumentation equipment, such as oscilloscope, DMM, power supplies, logic analyzer, etc.
Preferred qualifications
- Strong understanding of electronic design principles, including analog and digital circuits, power management, and signal integrity.
- Proficiency in schematic capture and PCB layout tools such as Altium Designer, Cadence, Allegro, and DX Designer.
- Knowledge of industrial communication protocols such as Ethernet, EtherCAT, and CAN.
- Familiarity with Verilog or VHDL.
- Experience with embedded Linux development for more complex systems.
- Excellent analytical and troubleshooting skills to diagnose hardware or firmware issues and identify root causes.
- Ability to work effectively under pressure to meet deadlines and resolve technical challenges within a team environment.
- Strong communication skills to collaborate effectively with software engineers, mechanical engineers, and other cross-functional teams.
Our commitment
We believe it is important for every person to feel valued, included, and empowered to achieve their full potential. By bringing unique individuals and viewpoints together, we achieve extraordinary results.
Lam Research ("Lam" or the "Company") is an equal opportunity employer. Lam is committed to and reaffirms support of equal opportunity in employment and non-discrimination in employment policies, practices and procedures on the basis of race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, or military and veteran status or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. It is the Company's intention to comply with all applicable laws and regulations. Company policy prohibits unlawful discrimination against applicants or employees.
Lam offers a variety of work location models based on the needs of each role. Our hybrid roles combine the benefits of on-site collaboration with colleagues and the flexibility to work remotely and fall into two categories – On-site Flex and Virtual Flex. ‘On-site Flex’ you’ll work 3+ days per week on-site at a Lam or customer/supplier location, with the opportunity to work remotely for the balance of the week. ‘Virtual Flex’ you’ll work 1-2 days per week on-site at a Lam or customer/supplier location, and remotely the rest of the time.
Our Perks and Benefits
At Lam, our people make amazing things possible. That’s why we invest in you throughout the phases of your life with a comprehensive set of outstanding benefits.
Requisition ID
199489
Date posted
05/28/2026
Work Location Model
On-site Flex
Work Location
Tualatin-OR
Work Country
United States
The group you’ll be a part of
In the Global Products Group, we are dedicated to excellence in the design and engineering of Lam's etch and deposition products. We drive innovation to ensure our cutting-edge solutions are helping to solve the biggest challenges in the semiconductor industry.
The impact you’ll make
As an Embedded HW/FW Engineer at Lam, you'll design complex systems, or products for our wafer fabrication equipment. You will define system specifications, requirements, parameters, and compatibility to integrate hardware, and firmware into a cohesive system. Identifying, analyzing, and resolving system design weaknesses combined with your multi-layered technical expertise you help shape the next generation of Lam initiatives.
What you’ll do
Firmware Design and Development
- Design and architect software solutions for embedded systems, considering hardware limitations and performance requirements.
- Develop and implement software modules using C/C++ programming languages. Integrate with hardware components by writing device drivers and interfacing with peripherals such as sensors and actuators.
- Utilize real-time operating systems (RTOS) to manage system timing and task scheduling.
Prototyping and Testing
- Conduct comprehensive testing on prototypes, including electrical, functional, and environmental stress testing.
- Utilize debugging tools to identify and resolve software defects and hardware-related issues.
- Analyze system timing to ensure timing specific constraints are met.
Integration and Validation
- Work closely with hardware engineers to understand system requirements and ensure seamless software-hardware integration.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define product specifications and project timelines.
- Document technical design specifications, code comments, and test reports.
- Develop and execute system-level validation tests to ensure the overall performance of the embedded system meets requirements.
Documentation and Support
- Create detailed technical documentation, design & functional specifications.
- Troubleshoot FW & HW issues that arise during development or deployment.
Who we’re looking for
- Associates or Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering / Science, or a related field with a minimum of 2 years of related work experience.
- Familiarity with various embedded components, their peripherals, and supporting hardware components (e.g. MCU, FPGA, CPLD, ADC, DAC).
- Knowledge of communication protocols like SPI, I2C, UART.
- Proficiency in C programming language.
- Familiarity with RTOS concepts and development.
- Experience working with various instrumentation equipment, such as oscilloscope, DMM, power supplies, logic analyzer, etc.
Preferred qualifications
- Strong understanding of electronic design principles, including analog and digital circuits, power management, and signal integrity.
- Proficiency in schematic capture and PCB layout tools such as Altium Designer, Cadence, Allegro, and DX Designer.
- Knowledge of industrial communication protocols such as Ethernet, EtherCAT, and CAN.
- Familiarity with Verilog or VHDL.
- Experience with embedded Linux development for more complex systems.
- Excellent analytical and troubleshooting skills to diagnose hardware or firmware issues and identify root causes.
- Ability to work effectively under pressure to meet deadlines and resolve technical challenges within a team environment.
- Strong communication skills to collaborate effectively with software engineers, mechanical engineers, and other cross-functional teams.
Our commitment
We believe it is important for every person to feel valued, included, and empowered to achieve their full potential. By bringing unique individuals and viewpoints together, we achieve extraordinary results.
Lam Research ("Lam" or the "Company") is an equal opportunity employer. Lam is committed to and reaffirms support of equal opportunity in employment and non-discrimination in employment policies, practices and procedures on the basis of race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, or military and veteran status or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. It is the Company's intention to comply with all applicable laws and regulations. Company policy prohibits unlawful discrimination against applicants or employees.
Lam offers a variety of work location models based on the needs of each role. Our hybrid roles combine the benefits of on-site collaboration with colleagues and the flexibility to work remotely and fall into two categories – On-site Flex and Virtual Flex. ‘On-site Flex’ you’ll work 3+ days per week on-site at a Lam or customer/supplier location, with the opportunity to work remotely for the balance of the week. ‘Virtual Flex’ you’ll work 1-2 days per week on-site at a Lam or customer/supplier location, and remotely the rest of the time.
Our Perks and Benefits
At Lam, our people make amazing things possible. That’s why we invest in you throughout the phases of your life with a comprehensive set of outstanding benefits.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding STEM OPT Authorization as an Embedded Systems Engineer
Verify your CIP code before applying
Check that your degree's CIP code maps to a STEM-designated field, electrical engineering (14.10), computer engineering (14.09), or computer science (11.07) are the most common matches for embedded systems roles. Your DSO confirms the mapping before approving your extension.
Confirm E-Verify enrollment before accepting offers
Ask hiring managers directly whether the company is enrolled in E-Verify before you negotiate an offer. STEM OPT extensions are invalid without it, and many smaller embedded systems firms, including defense contractors, aren't enrolled despite being eligible employers.
Target employers with active LCA filings in hardware roles
Search DOL Labor Condition Application disclosure data filtered by SOC code 17-2061 (Electrical Engineers) or 15-1252 (Software Developers, Embedded) to find companies that routinely file for these roles. Migrate Mate surfaces this data so you can filter employers by filing history before applying.
Build your I-983 training plan around specific engineering deliverables
Don't use a generic job description. Your I-983 must list measurable learning objectives tied to embedded systems work, firmware development cycles, hardware validation protocols, or RTOS integration tasks. USCIS expects concrete technical milestones, not broad role summaries.
Use OFLC Wage Search to benchmark offers by metro area
Embedded systems salaries vary sharply between defense corridors like the D.C. metro and tech hubs like San Jose. Run the OFLC Wage Search by SOC code and location to confirm any offer meets prevailing wage Level I or II before you sign, since underpaid offers create LCA compliance risk.
Flag cap-gap timing when switching roles mid-OPT
If you're changing embedded systems employers after an H-1B visa petition is filed on your behalf, your cap-gap protection runs through September 30 of the fiscal year. Coordinate your I-983 update with your DSO immediately on day one at the new employer to avoid a gap in authorized training.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does my engineering degree qualify me for the STEM OPT extension as an Embedded Systems Engineer?
Your degree qualifies if it carries a STEM-designated CIP code. Electrical engineering (14.10), computer engineering (14.09), and computer science (11.07) all support embedded systems work and appear on the STEM OPT CIP code list maintained by the Department of Homeland Security. Your DSO verifies the match and authorizes the extension on your I-20. Degrees in general business or communications do not qualify regardless of your job title.
Can I start working as an Embedded Systems Engineer at a company that isn't enrolled in E-Verify?
No. E-Verify enrollment is a hard requirement for any employer hiring a STEM OPT student. If your employer isn't enrolled before your extension begins, your work authorization for that job is invalid. Ask your HR contact to confirm enrollment status in writing before your start date, and verify it yourself through the E-Verify employer search tool maintained by the Department of Homeland Security.
What should my I-983 training plan include for an Embedded Systems Engineer role?
Your I-983 must describe how the job directly relates to your STEM degree with specific, measurable training goals. For embedded systems work, that means listing concrete objectives like developing firmware for a specific microcontroller family, implementing real-time operating system modules, or conducting hardware-in-the-loop testing. USCIS expects technical detail tied to your degree field, not a copy of your job description. Your employer signs off, and your DSO approves it before your extension starts.
How does cap-gap protection work if my employer files an H-1B petition while I'm on STEM OPT?
If your employer files a timely H-1B cap-subject petition before your STEM OPT expires, cap-gap protection automatically extends your work authorization through September 30 of that fiscal year. You don't need a new EAD. Your I-983 training plan remains in effect during cap-gap, and you must stay at the same employer. If the petition isn't selected or is denied, your work authorization ends and you must stop working immediately.
Where can I find Embedded Systems Engineer jobs at companies already enrolled in E-Verify?
Migrate Mate filters job listings by employers with verified E-Verify enrollment and active DOL filing history, so you're not wasting applications on companies that can't legally hire you as a STEM OPT student. You can also cross-reference O*NET for the occupation profile under SOC code 17-2061 to understand which industries employ the most embedded systems engineers and target your search by sector.