STEM OPT Product Design Engineer Jobs
Product Design Engineer roles sit squarely within STEM OPT eligibility, drawing on mechanical, industrial, or materials engineering degrees that qualify for the 24-month extension. Your employer must be enrolled in E-Verify and sign a Form I-983 training plan before your extension begins. This page lists Product Design Engineer jobs at E-Verify-enrolled companies actively hiring OPT students.
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Amazon Lab126 is an inventive research and development company that designs and engineers high-profile consumer electronics. Lab126 began in 2004 as a subsidiary of Amazon.com, Inc., originally creating the best-selling Kindle family of products. Since then, we have produced groundbreaking devices like Fire tablets, Fire TV and Amazon Echo. What will you help us create?
Key job responsibilities
As a Sr. Product Design Engineer on our team, you will be responsible for the mechanical design, development, and quality of consumer electronic products. We are looking for candidates who thrive in a fast paced start-up like environment and want to invent the future. In the role, you will wear many hats in working on the system design down to quick turn prototypes, manufacturing production process, testing, and quality control. You will play a role in defining processes and methods to improve the productivity of the entire team. You will identify and initiate investigations of production technologies, prototype and test solutions for product features, and design and validate production designs that deliver an exceptional user experience.
You will work in a small PD team to create a new experience and work with the team at large to ensure a functional and beautiful product. To be successful you need to be highly motivated, understand how to solve problems and dive deep while delivering to the highest standards.
You will demonstrate a strong working knowledge of mechanical systems, with expertise in systems integration; the desire to learn from new challenges and the problem solving and communication skills to work within a highly interactive and experienced team. Candidates must show a hands-on passion for their work and be able to communicate their ideas and concepts both verbally and visually. Candidates must demonstrate an ability to integrate feedback and to respond quickly to changing contexts and work environments. In this role, you will:
- Research into materials and component technologies to scope development opportunities
- Feature design and testing to meet program objective
- Test failure analysis and solution validation to complete successful product development
- Provide detailed part design and product documentation
- Field failure analysis and solution evaluation for production product issues
- Support positive team interactions to accomplish program objectives
- Provide cross-functional program integration support to ensure team success
- Lead project teams to timely delivery of products
- Manage schedules and milestones
- Manage interaction with overseas resources
- Apply technical expertise to problem solving throughout product lifecycle
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience in developing functional specifications, design verification plans and functional test procedures
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Master's degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, or equivalent
- Experience working with interdisciplinary teams to execute product design from concept to production
- Experience with the project management of technical projects
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
Los Angeles County applicants: Job duties for this position include: work safely and cooperatively with other employees, supervisors, and staff; adhere to standards of excellence despite stressful conditions; communicate effectively and respectfully with employees, supervisors, and staff to ensure exceptional customer service; and follow all federal, state, and local laws and Company policies. Criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship with some of the material job duties of this position. These include the duties and responsibilities listed above, as well as the abilities to adhere to company policies, exercise sound judgment, effectively manage stress and work safely and respectfully with others, exhibit trustworthiness and professionalism, and safeguard business operations and the Company’s reputation. Pursuant to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.
The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits.
LOCATION
USA, CA, Sunnyvale - 157,900.00 - 213,600.00 USD annually
DESCRIPTION
Amazon Lab126 is an inventive research and development company that designs and engineers high-profile consumer electronics. Lab126 began in 2004 as a subsidiary of Amazon.com, Inc., originally creating the best-selling Kindle family of products. Since then, we have produced groundbreaking devices like Fire tablets, Fire TV and Amazon Echo. What will you help us create?
Key job responsibilities
As a Sr. Product Design Engineer on our team, you will be responsible for the mechanical design, development, and quality of consumer electronic products. We are looking for candidates who thrive in a fast paced start-up like environment and want to invent the future. In the role, you will wear many hats in working on the system design down to quick turn prototypes, manufacturing production process, testing, and quality control. You will play a role in defining processes and methods to improve the productivity of the entire team. You will identify and initiate investigations of production technologies, prototype and test solutions for product features, and design and validate production designs that deliver an exceptional user experience.
You will work in a small PD team to create a new experience and work with the team at large to ensure a functional and beautiful product. To be successful you need to be highly motivated, understand how to solve problems and dive deep while delivering to the highest standards.
You will demonstrate a strong working knowledge of mechanical systems, with expertise in systems integration; the desire to learn from new challenges and the problem solving and communication skills to work within a highly interactive and experienced team. Candidates must show a hands-on passion for their work and be able to communicate their ideas and concepts both verbally and visually. Candidates must demonstrate an ability to integrate feedback and to respond quickly to changing contexts and work environments. In this role, you will:
- Research into materials and component technologies to scope development opportunities
- Feature design and testing to meet program objective
- Test failure analysis and solution validation to complete successful product development
- Provide detailed part design and product documentation
- Field failure analysis and solution evaluation for production product issues
- Support positive team interactions to accomplish program objectives
- Provide cross-functional program integration support to ensure team success
- Lead project teams to timely delivery of products
- Manage schedules and milestones
- Manage interaction with overseas resources
- Apply technical expertise to problem solving throughout product lifecycle
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience in developing functional specifications, design verification plans and functional test procedures
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Master's degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, or equivalent
- Experience working with interdisciplinary teams to execute product design from concept to production
- Experience with the project management of technical projects
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
Los Angeles County applicants: Job duties for this position include: work safely and cooperatively with other employees, supervisors, and staff; adhere to standards of excellence despite stressful conditions; communicate effectively and respectfully with employees, supervisors, and staff to ensure exceptional customer service; and follow all federal, state, and local laws and Company policies. Criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship with some of the material job duties of this position. These include the duties and responsibilities listed above, as well as the abilities to adhere to company policies, exercise sound judgment, effectively manage stress and work safely and respectfully with others, exhibit trustworthiness and professionalism, and safeguard business operations and the Company’s reputation. Pursuant to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.
The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits.
LOCATION
USA, CA, Sunnyvale - 157,900.00 - 213,600.00 USD annually
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding STEM OPT Authorization as a Product Design Engineer
Confirm your CIP code before applying
Your STEM OPT extension depends on your degree's Classification of Instructional Programs code matching a STEM-designated field. Cross-check your transcript against the official STEM Designated Degree Program List on USCIS before targeting roles, since mechanical, industrial, and materials engineering codes all qualify but adjacent fields may not.
Verify E-Verify enrollment before accepting offers
An employer must be actively enrolled in E-Verify before your STEM OPT extension can begin. Ask hiring managers directly or search the E-Verify employer search tool to confirm enrollment status. A verbal assurance isn't enough; your DSO will need documented confirmation when processing your I-983.
Negotiate your I-983 training plan before day one
Product Design Engineer roles require a Form I-983 that maps your daily work to learning objectives tied to your STEM degree. Get your manager to specify project milestones, CAD or prototyping tools, and design review responsibilities in the plan before your start date so USCIS sees a credible connection to your coursework.
Target companies with active hardware product pipelines
Product design work is easiest to justify on an I-983 when the employer ships physical products requiring iterative engineering. Look for companies with open design review cycles, NPI processes, or DFM requirements in job descriptions, as these signal the kind of applied STEM work your training plan needs to document.
Use Migrate Mate to find E-Verify-enrolled employers
Filter your product design job search on Migrate Mate to surface employers already enrolled in E-Verify and experienced with STEM OPT students. This cuts the vetting step out of your application process and lets you focus on roles where the extension paperwork won't be a new concept for HR.
File your STEM OPT extension 90 days before OPT expires
USCIS allows you to apply up to 90 days before your initial OPT end date, and cap-gap protection only kicks in if your H-1B visa is filed while your OPT is still valid. Submit your I-765 and I-983 to your DSO well before that window closes so processing delays don't interrupt your employment.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Product Design Engineer role qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
Yes, if your degree is in a STEM-designated field such as mechanical engineering, industrial engineering, materials science, or a related discipline listed on the USCIS STEM Designated Degree Program List. The role itself must also apply the engineering knowledge from that degree. Your DSO confirms eligibility when processing your I-765 and I-983. You can browse qualifying Product Design Engineer openings on Migrate Mate, filtered for E-Verify-enrolled employers.
What does the I-983 training plan require for a Product Design Engineer?
Your Form I-983 must describe how your day-to-day work as a Product Design Engineer connects to your STEM degree. That means listing specific learning objectives tied to design tasks, tools such as CAD platforms or prototyping workflows, and measurable goals. Your employer signs the plan before your extension begins, and your DSO reviews it. USCIS can audit the plan, so vague descriptions like 'engineering tasks' are insufficient and may trigger a request for evidence.
Does my employer need to be enrolled in E-Verify for my STEM OPT extension?
Yes. E-Verify enrollment is a hard requirement under the STEM OPT rule. Your employer must be enrolled before your extension start date, not just willing to enroll later. You can confirm enrollment using the E-Verify employer search tool before accepting an offer. If your employer isn't enrolled, your DSO cannot process the I-983 and your extension will not be authorized, regardless of how well the role matches your degree.
What happens to my work authorization if I'm selected in the H-1B lottery during my STEM OPT?
If your H-1B petition is filed while your STEM OPT EAD is still valid and you're selected in the H-1B lottery, cap-gap protection extends your work authorization through September 30 of that fiscal year. You can continue working as a Product Design Engineer during this period without a new EAD. USCIS issues cap-gap coverage automatically when the H-1B is timely filed, but your employer must remain E-Verify enrolled throughout.
Can I change employers while on a STEM OPT extension as a Product Design Engineer?
Yes, but the process restarts with each employer change. Your new employer must be enrolled in E-Verify, and you and your new supervisor must complete a new Form I-983 before your first day. Your DSO must report the change in SEVIS within 10 days. Gaps between employers are limited to a cumulative 150 days across your full OPT and STEM OPT period, so timing the transition carefully matters.