STEM OPT Industrial Design Engineer Jobs
Industrial Design Engineer roles qualify for STEM OPT when your degree is in engineering, industrial design, or a related STEM field with a matching CIP code. Your employer must be enrolled in E-Verify, and the 24-month STEM OPT extension gives you up to 36 months total to build your U.S. career in product development, prototyping, and design systems.
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Standard (Mon-Fri)
Environmental Conditions
Adherence to all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) Safety Standards, Cleanroom: no hair products, jewelry, makeup, nail polish, perfume, exposed piercings, facial hair etc... allowed, Office, Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.)
Job Description
As part of the Thermo Fisher Scientific team, you’ll discover meaningful work that makes a positive impact on a global scale. Join our colleagues in bringing our Mission to life every single day to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. We provide our global teams with the resources needed to achieve individual career goals while helping to take science a step beyond by developing solutions for some of the world’s toughest challenges, like protecting the environment, making sure our food is safe or helping find cures for cancer.
As an Industrial Design Engineer II, you will be engineering products and supporting manufacturing operations with the goal of growing efficiency, quality, and productivity. In this role, you will work with the business in optimizing current processes and manufacturing operations to improve manufacturability of product for quality, ergonomic, and efficiency improvements.
Keys to Success:
Education -
- Minimum Required Education: Advanced Degree plus 1 year of experience, Bachelor's Degree plus 2 years of experience, or Associate's degree or equivalent plus 4 years of experience. Experience preferred in a life sciences manufacturing environment
- Preferred Fields of Study: Industrial Design, Industrial, Mechanical, or similar Engineering discipline
Experience -
- Proficiency in CAD software (particularly SolidWorks) and AutoCAD
- Strong project management and organizational skills
- Experience in designing 3D printed structures
- Proven experience in user-centered industrial design concepts
- Demonstrate knowledge of Design for Manufacturing (DFM) principles for metal and plastic parts
- Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities -
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to establish relationships and positively influence leadership and all levels of the organization.
- Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively in a team environment
Physical Requirements / Work Environment -
- Work in a controlled manufacturing environment; required to lift 25lbs repetitively and may be required to stand for long periods of time while performing duties.
- Ability to work safely with materials, equipment, and gowning at various levels
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite, including Excel, PowerPoint, and Microsoft Power Platform
Excellent Benefits!
- Medical, Dental, & Vision benefits - effective Day 1
- Paid Time Off (120 hours per year) + Designated Paid Holidays
- 401K Company Match up to 6%
- Tuition Reimbursement – eligible after 90 days!
Our Mission is to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. Watch as our colleagues explain 5 reasons to work with us. As one team of 100,000+ colleagues, we share a common set of values - Integrity, Intensity, Innovation and Involvement - working together to accelerate research, solve complex scientific challenges, drive technological innovation and support patients in need. #StartYourStory at Thermo Fisher Scientific, where diverse experiences, backgrounds and perspectives are valued.
Work Schedule
Standard (Mon-Fri)
Environmental Conditions
Adherence to all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) Safety Standards, Cleanroom: no hair products, jewelry, makeup, nail polish, perfume, exposed piercings, facial hair etc... allowed, Office, Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.)
Job Description
As part of the Thermo Fisher Scientific team, you’ll discover meaningful work that makes a positive impact on a global scale. Join our colleagues in bringing our Mission to life every single day to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. We provide our global teams with the resources needed to achieve individual career goals while helping to take science a step beyond by developing solutions for some of the world’s toughest challenges, like protecting the environment, making sure our food is safe or helping find cures for cancer.
As an Industrial Design Engineer II, you will be engineering products and supporting manufacturing operations with the goal of growing efficiency, quality, and productivity. In this role, you will work with the business in optimizing current processes and manufacturing operations to improve manufacturability of product for quality, ergonomic, and efficiency improvements.
Keys to Success:
Education -
- Minimum Required Education: Advanced Degree plus 1 year of experience, Bachelor's Degree plus 2 years of experience, or Associate's degree or equivalent plus 4 years of experience. Experience preferred in a life sciences manufacturing environment
- Preferred Fields of Study: Industrial Design, Industrial, Mechanical, or similar Engineering discipline
Experience -
- Proficiency in CAD software (particularly SolidWorks) and AutoCAD
- Strong project management and organizational skills
- Experience in designing 3D printed structures
- Proven experience in user-centered industrial design concepts
- Demonstrate knowledge of Design for Manufacturing (DFM) principles for metal and plastic parts
- Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities -
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to establish relationships and positively influence leadership and all levels of the organization.
- Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively in a team environment
Physical Requirements / Work Environment -
- Work in a controlled manufacturing environment; required to lift 25lbs repetitively and may be required to stand for long periods of time while performing duties.
- Ability to work safely with materials, equipment, and gowning at various levels
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite, including Excel, PowerPoint, and Microsoft Power Platform
Excellent Benefits!
- Medical, Dental, & Vision benefits - effective Day 1
- Paid Time Off (120 hours per year) + Designated Paid Holidays
- 401K Company Match up to 6%
- Tuition Reimbursement – eligible after 90 days!
Our Mission is to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. Watch as our colleagues explain 5 reasons to work with us. As one team of 100,000+ colleagues, we share a common set of values - Integrity, Intensity, Innovation and Involvement - working together to accelerate research, solve complex scientific challenges, drive technological innovation and support patients in need. #StartYourStory at Thermo Fisher Scientific, where diverse experiences, backgrounds and perspectives are valued.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding STEM OPT Authorization as an Industrial Design Engineer
Verify your CIP code matches your degree
Check your degree's Classification of Instructional Programs code against the DHS STEM Designated Degree Program List before applying. Industrial design degrees sometimes fall under fine arts CIP codes, which don't qualify. Confirm your DSO can issue a STEM OPT I-20 before you start your job search.
Target manufacturers with dedicated E-Verify accounts
Search E-Verify's employer search tool to confirm a company is actively enrolled before applying. Consumer electronics, automotive, and medical device manufacturers typically maintain enrollment to hire international engineers. A job listing that says 'we welcome OPT candidates' isn't proof of E-Verify enrollment.
Build a portfolio that speaks to production constraints
Industrial Design Engineer roles differ from pure industrial design: hiring managers want to see design-for-manufacture examples, tolerance callouts, and DFM feedback incorporated into revisions. A portfolio showing CAD files alongside physical prototypes signals you can work within engineering team workflows, not just aesthetic briefs.
Use O*NET to map your degree to the role
The O*NET profile for Industrial Design Engineers lists the specific knowledge areas and education requirements USCIS evaluates when determining specialty occupation status. Cross-referencing your coursework with O*NET's listed competencies strengthens your I-983 training plan and helps document the direct connection between your degree and the role.
File your I-983 training plan before your start date
Your employer must sign the I-983 before you begin work on STEM OPT, not after. Get HR to confirm they've completed E-Verify enrollment and have someone authorized to sign the training plan. USCIS requires the plan to describe learning objectives tied to your specific engineering role, not a generic job description.
Find STEM OPT roles on Migrate Mate
Use Migrate Mate to filter Industrial Design Engineer jobs by employers already verified for STEM OPT hiring. Migrate Mate surfaces roles where the employer's E-Verify status and filing history are confirmed, so you spend time applying rather than researching compliance before every application.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does an industrial design degree qualify for STEM OPT?
It depends on your specific degree program's CIP code. Industrial Engineering and Engineering-related design degrees typically qualify under the DHS STEM Designated Degree Program List. Pure fine arts or visual communication degrees do not qualify, even if the program is titled 'industrial design.' Check with your DSO to confirm your I-20 can be updated for a STEM OPT extension before accepting an offer.
What E-Verify requirement applies to my Industrial Design Engineer employer?
Your employer must be enrolled in E-Verify before your STEM OPT extension begins. Enrollment means the company has an active E-Verify account and is using it to verify employment eligibility. You can confirm enrollment through the E-Verify employer search tool. If your employer is not enrolled, they cannot legally employ you on STEM OPT, regardless of how the role was advertised.
What goes into the I-983 training plan for an Industrial Design Engineer role?
The I-983 must describe specific learning objectives tied to your engineering degree, not just list your job duties. For an Industrial Design Engineer, this typically includes developing competencies in materials science, design-for-manufacture processes, prototyping methodologies, and human factors engineering. Your supervisor must sign it, your DSO must approve it, and it must be updated every six months or whenever your role changes substantially.
How does cap-gap protection apply if I'm on STEM OPT and my H-1B is selected?
If your STEM OPT authorization expires before October 1 and your H-1B visa petition is filed and pending, cap-gap automatically extends your work authorization and status through September 30 of that year. You don't need to file anything separately for cap-gap. USCIS updates your record once the petition is received. You can continue working for your E-Verify enrolled employer during this period without interruption.
Where can I find Industrial Design Engineer jobs that accept STEM OPT applicants?
Migrate Mate lists Industrial Design Engineer roles filtered for employers with confirmed E-Verify enrollment and STEM OPT hiring history. Searching there reduces the back-and-forth of asking recruiters about work authorization compliance before you've even had a first conversation. Roles in consumer electronics, automotive, and medical device companies are the most active hiring categories for STEM OPT candidates in this field.