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Robotics engineering roles qualify for the 24-month STEM OPT extension when your degree falls under an eligible CIP code and your employer is enrolled in E-Verify. With up to 36 months of total OPT authorization, you have a real runway to build hands-on experience in automation, controls, or systems integration before your H-1B visa transition.
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For over 35 years, Peak Technologies has been at the forefront of providing end-to-end enterprise mobility, managed services, printing and mobile data capture solutions for performance-driven organizations focused on the optimization of supply chain and field-based business processes.
JOB SUMMARY & SCOPE
Automation Intelligence, a Peak Technologies company, Robotic Vision Engineer is responsible for configuring and supporting vision systems integrated with robotic automation for part picking, placing, and inspection. This role involves on-site work at customer locations and includes installation, calibration, troubleshooting, and operation of vision-guided robotic systems. The engineer works with a variety of camera technologies and robotic platforms and must be comfortable working independently or as part of a team. Travel and shift work are required.
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
- Configure and support vision-guided robotic systems for part handling and inspection applications.
- Work directly with Keyence, Photoneo, and Matrox camera systems to set up and maintain machine vision capabilities.
- Integrate vision systems with Fanuc robotic platforms, ensuring accurate calibration and reliable performance.
- Support installation, testing, and validation of systems at customer sites.
- Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to vision hardware, software, and robotic integration.
- Collaborate with team members and customers to ensure successful system deployment and operation.
- Maintain a professional presence and communication with customers during on-site support.
- Comply with shift schedules and travel requirements to support operations.
- Perform additional duties as assigned within area of expertise.
EDUCATION + EXPERIENCE + KEY TRAITS
- Experience with vision-guided robotic applications, including part picking, placement, and inspection.
- Proficiency in working with Fanuc robots and associated vision integration.
- Ability to work independently or collaboratively with engineering and customer teams.
- Strong communication skills and professional customer engagement.
- Reliable transportation and ability to travel to customer sites.
- Availability for shift-based work.
- Degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Robotics, or Mechatronics Engineering (preferred).
- AIA (Automated Imaging Association) certification (preferred).
- Knowledge of Fusion 360 for mechanical modeling or layout (preferred).
- Familiarity with PLC controls and automation system integration (preferred).
TYPICAL PERFORMANCE TARGETS
- SERVICE DELIVERY: Sustained, measured excellence in project & process delivery
- COST TO SERVE: Sustained, measured excellence in delivery efficiency with expected continuous improvement
- INNOVATION: Step changed delivery in safety, quality, and/or cost
LANGUAGE SKILLS
- Primary language used in daily operations is English. Additional primary company languages include Spanish, French, and Dutch.
- Read and interpret documents, procedure manuals and various correspondence from both internal and external.
- Speak effectively, both individually and before groups of both external customers and/or various levels of employees within the organization.
SUPERVISION
- Role does not require supervision of direct and indirect reports.
DECISION MAKING + REASONING
- Able to take accountability and responsibility for business target delivery and decision making.
- Possess a unique blend of business and technical savvy, a big-picture vision, and the drive to make that vision a reality.
WORKING RELATIONSHIPS
- Engineering department
- Production department
- Project department
Physical Requirements
Activity Amount of Time
None Under 1/3 1/3 to 2/3 Over 2/3
Stand X
Walk X
Sit X
Use hands to finger, handle, or feel X
Reach with hands and arms X
Climb or balance X
Stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl X
Talk or hear X
Lift Up to 25lbs X
Peak Technologies, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer who fully and actively supports equal access for all people regardless of Race, Color, Religion, Gender, Age, National Origin, Veteran Status, Disability, Genetic Information or Testing, Family and Medical Leave, Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity or Expression.
INTRODUCTION
For over 35 years, Peak Technologies has been at the forefront of providing end-to-end enterprise mobility, managed services, printing and mobile data capture solutions for performance-driven organizations focused on the optimization of supply chain and field-based business processes.
JOB SUMMARY & SCOPE
Automation Intelligence, a Peak Technologies company, Robotic Vision Engineer is responsible for configuring and supporting vision systems integrated with robotic automation for part picking, placing, and inspection. This role involves on-site work at customer locations and includes installation, calibration, troubleshooting, and operation of vision-guided robotic systems. The engineer works with a variety of camera technologies and robotic platforms and must be comfortable working independently or as part of a team. Travel and shift work are required.
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
- Configure and support vision-guided robotic systems for part handling and inspection applications.
- Work directly with Keyence, Photoneo, and Matrox camera systems to set up and maintain machine vision capabilities.
- Integrate vision systems with Fanuc robotic platforms, ensuring accurate calibration and reliable performance.
- Support installation, testing, and validation of systems at customer sites.
- Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to vision hardware, software, and robotic integration.
- Collaborate with team members and customers to ensure successful system deployment and operation.
- Maintain a professional presence and communication with customers during on-site support.
- Comply with shift schedules and travel requirements to support operations.
- Perform additional duties as assigned within area of expertise.
EDUCATION + EXPERIENCE + KEY TRAITS
- Experience with vision-guided robotic applications, including part picking, placement, and inspection.
- Proficiency in working with Fanuc robots and associated vision integration.
- Ability to work independently or collaboratively with engineering and customer teams.
- Strong communication skills and professional customer engagement.
- Reliable transportation and ability to travel to customer sites.
- Availability for shift-based work.
- Degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Robotics, or Mechatronics Engineering (preferred).
- AIA (Automated Imaging Association) certification (preferred).
- Knowledge of Fusion 360 for mechanical modeling or layout (preferred).
- Familiarity with PLC controls and automation system integration (preferred).
TYPICAL PERFORMANCE TARGETS
- SERVICE DELIVERY: Sustained, measured excellence in project & process delivery
- COST TO SERVE: Sustained, measured excellence in delivery efficiency with expected continuous improvement
- INNOVATION: Step changed delivery in safety, quality, and/or cost
LANGUAGE SKILLS
- Primary language used in daily operations is English. Additional primary company languages include Spanish, French, and Dutch.
- Read and interpret documents, procedure manuals and various correspondence from both internal and external.
- Speak effectively, both individually and before groups of both external customers and/or various levels of employees within the organization.
SUPERVISION
- Role does not require supervision of direct and indirect reports.
DECISION MAKING + REASONING
- Able to take accountability and responsibility for business target delivery and decision making.
- Possess a unique blend of business and technical savvy, a big-picture vision, and the drive to make that vision a reality.
WORKING RELATIONSHIPS
- Engineering department
- Production department
- Project department
Physical Requirements
Activity Amount of Time
None Under 1/3 1/3 to 2/3 Over 2/3
Stand X
Walk X
Sit X
Use hands to finger, handle, or feel X
Reach with hands and arms X
Climb or balance X
Stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl X
Talk or hear X
Lift Up to 25lbs X
Peak Technologies, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer who fully and actively supports equal access for all people regardless of Race, Color, Religion, Gender, Age, National Origin, Veteran Status, Disability, Genetic Information or Testing, Family and Medical Leave, Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity or Expression.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding STEM OPT Authorization in Robotics
Verify your CIP code covers robotics
Check your degree's CIP code against the DHS STEM OPT designated degree list before applying. Mechanical, electrical, computer, and systems engineering codes all qualify, but interdisciplinary programs sometimes use codes that don't appear on the list.
Confirm E-Verify enrollment before accepting offers
Ask your recruiter for the company's E-Verify employer ID or look up their enrollment status through the E-Verify portal. A robotics role at a hardware startup or a university spinout may not be enrolled, which disqualifies them as STEM OPT employers.
Target employers with active robotics LCA filings
Search Migrate Mate to filter for employers whose DOL Labor Condition Application history shows robotics, automation, or controls engineering roles. This surfaces companies that have already navigated the filing process for comparable positions.
Build your I-983 training plan around measurable goals
Your I-983 must list specific skills, equipment, and learning objectives tied to your robotics role, not generic language. Work with your DSO and supervisor to document goals like ROS proficiency, PLC programming, or computer vision system deployment before your extension start date.
Flag defense and government contractors early
Some robotics positions at defense contractors or national labs require security clearances that F-1 students typically can't obtain. Identify this requirement during the screening call so you don't spend weeks in a process that ends at background check.
Understand cap-gap coverage if your H-1B is selected
If you receive an H-1B selection while on STEM OPT, cap-gap automatically extends your work authorization through September 30 of the fiscal year. File your H-1B petition before your EAD expires and notify your DSO immediately so your SEVIS record stays current.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which STEM degrees qualify for the OPT extension in robotics roles?
Any degree whose CIP code appears on the DHS STEM OPT designated degree list qualifies. For robotics, that includes mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, computer engineering, computer science, systems engineering, and some mechatronics or applied physics programs. If your degree is interdisciplinary, confirm your exact CIP code with your DSO before targeting STEM OPT-eligible positions, since the code on your transcript determines eligibility, not the degree title.
Does every robotics employer need to be enrolled in E-Verify?
Yes. E-Verify enrollment is a hard requirement for all STEM OPT employers, with no exceptions. This applies to hardware startups, research institutions, and large manufacturers alike. Before signing an offer, ask the employer for their E-Verify company ID or have HR confirm enrollment in writing. Working for a non-enrolled employer while on STEM OPT violates your status. Use Migrate Mate to filter for employers with verified E-Verify enrollment before applying.
What goes into the I-983 training plan for a robotics engineering role?
The I-983 must describe a structured training experience with concrete, measurable learning objectives tied directly to your degree field. For robotics, that means specifying skills like motion planning algorithms, sensor fusion, embedded systems programming, or robot operating system frameworks. Vague language like 'gain industry experience' won't satisfy USCIS. Your supervisor signs the plan, your DSO certifies it, and you must update it every 12 months or when your role changes materially.
Can I work on a robotics project for a client site under a staffing arrangement on STEM OPT?
Staffing and third-party placement arrangements on STEM OPT require the employer of record, not the end client, to be enrolled in E-Verify and to be the entity signing your I-983. USCIS scrutinizes these arrangements closely, and placements where the day-to-day supervision sits entirely with the end client often don't satisfy the employer-employee relationship requirement. Confirm with your DSO and review USCIS guidance before accepting a contract-to-hire or staffing-agency offer.
How does cap-gap work if I'm in a robotics role and get selected in the H-1B lottery?
If your H-1B petition is filed before your EAD expires and you receive a timely filing receipt, cap-gap extends your STEM OPT work authorization automatically through September 30. You can keep working in your robotics role without interruption. Your DSO must update your SEVIS record to reflect cap-gap status, and your employer should retain the receipt notice. If premium processing is available, using it reduces uncertainty about whether your petition will be approved before October 1.