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Test Engineer roles in software quality, hardware validation, and embedded systems are strong matches for STEM OPT authorization. Your STEM degree makes you eligible for the 24-month OPT extension, giving you up to 36 months to build U.S. experience, provided your employer is enrolled in E-Verify.
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SGS is the global leader and innovator in inspection, verification, testing and certification services. Founded in 1878, SGS is recognized as the global benchmark in quality and integrity. With over 97,000 employees in 130 countries and operating a network of more than 2,400 offices and laboratories, we provide services to almost every industry by assuring quality and safety of products and services.
Trusted all over the world, SGS is a market leader because we put 100% passion, pride and innovation into everything we do. We encourage new ideas. We welcome people who challenge the way we do things. And we will be 100% committed to helping you reach your full potential.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The Cellular Test Engineer I position is intended to be a technical resource within the ArcLight Wireless team that can function independently or within a team working with less senior engineers and OEM research and development teams. Engineers will be testing mobile devices against customer specific specifications.
- Execute customized test plans to verify performance of mobile devices.
- Create test cases intended to stress the software and hardware of the device under test in order to find and analyze bugs in the device.
- Test devices as a consumer to find items that can impact the quality of the use experience.
- Perform testing and engineering services for wireless clients in both stationery and mobile locations.
- Report results in a clear and concise manner to management or customers.
- Ability to manage yourself and develop your own solutions to problems and issues.
- Support less experienced engineers in their jobs to assure the overall quality of the team.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Work Experience Requirements:
- 1+ years of experience with testing of consumer products or mobile devices
- Log file analysis and debugging
- Modem test experience
- Experience with tools such as QXDM, ELT, QPST, QCAT, or other diagnostic tools
- Excellent PC experience, familiar with Windows Office, saving files, creating folders, installing device drivers, troubleshooting common Windows problems.
- Experience with different mobile operating systems such as Android and iOS
- Dependable, trustworthy, good attention to detail, organized and efficient
Education Requirements: Bachelor of Science in related engineering major (EE, CE, CS, etc.)
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
The Ideal Candidate: At ArcLight Wireless, our strength comes from a diverse group of talented, creative, and ambitious professionals. An exceptional candidate will possess a mix of business savvy and technological prowess and will drive results-oriented processes. Due to our customer-centric approach, we are also looking for diligent and considerate communications experts.
LOCATION
Location: Chicago
JOB TYPE
Job Type: Full-time on-site in Chicago (not remote)
COMPENSATION
- Pay Range: $60,000-$75,000/ year
The expected salary range for this position is $60,000 to 75,000 per year. This range represents the minimum and maximum base salary we reasonably expect to pay for this role. Actual compensation within the range will depend on skills, experience, and qualifications.
BENEFITS
- 401(k)
- Paid time off
- Company sponsored Insurance
Our Benefits: We care about your total well-being and will support you with the following, subject to your location and role.
- Health: Medical, dental and vision insurance, life insurance, employee assistance programs.
- Wealth: In addition to base pay, we offer 401(k) with company match (immediate vesting upon enrollment).
- Happiness:
- Professional Growth: Online training courses, virtual and classroom development experiences, tuition reimbursement program
- Work-Life Balance: Paid-time off and family leave
ABILITY TO COMMUTE/RELOCATE
- Chicago, IL 60654: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
SGS is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and as such we recruit, hire, train, and promote persons in all job classifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristics protected by law.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required.
This job description should not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements, but a general description of the job. Nothing contained herein restricts the company’s rights to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.
If you are applying for a position within the United States and you have difficulty completing the on-line employment application because of a disability, please call 201-508-3149 for assistance and leave a message. You will receive a callback. Please note, this phone number is not for general employment information but is only for individuals who are experiencing difficulty applying for a position due to a disability.
INTRODUCTION
SGS is the global leader and innovator in inspection, verification, testing and certification services. Founded in 1878, SGS is recognized as the global benchmark in quality and integrity. With over 97,000 employees in 130 countries and operating a network of more than 2,400 offices and laboratories, we provide services to almost every industry by assuring quality and safety of products and services.
Trusted all over the world, SGS is a market leader because we put 100% passion, pride and innovation into everything we do. We encourage new ideas. We welcome people who challenge the way we do things. And we will be 100% committed to helping you reach your full potential.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The Cellular Test Engineer I position is intended to be a technical resource within the ArcLight Wireless team that can function independently or within a team working with less senior engineers and OEM research and development teams. Engineers will be testing mobile devices against customer specific specifications.
- Execute customized test plans to verify performance of mobile devices.
- Create test cases intended to stress the software and hardware of the device under test in order to find and analyze bugs in the device.
- Test devices as a consumer to find items that can impact the quality of the use experience.
- Perform testing and engineering services for wireless clients in both stationery and mobile locations.
- Report results in a clear and concise manner to management or customers.
- Ability to manage yourself and develop your own solutions to problems and issues.
- Support less experienced engineers in their jobs to assure the overall quality of the team.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Work Experience Requirements:
- 1+ years of experience with testing of consumer products or mobile devices
- Log file analysis and debugging
- Modem test experience
- Experience with tools such as QXDM, ELT, QPST, QCAT, or other diagnostic tools
- Excellent PC experience, familiar with Windows Office, saving files, creating folders, installing device drivers, troubleshooting common Windows problems.
- Experience with different mobile operating systems such as Android and iOS
- Dependable, trustworthy, good attention to detail, organized and efficient
Education Requirements: Bachelor of Science in related engineering major (EE, CE, CS, etc.)
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
The Ideal Candidate: At ArcLight Wireless, our strength comes from a diverse group of talented, creative, and ambitious professionals. An exceptional candidate will possess a mix of business savvy and technological prowess and will drive results-oriented processes. Due to our customer-centric approach, we are also looking for diligent and considerate communications experts.
LOCATION
Location: Chicago
JOB TYPE
Job Type: Full-time on-site in Chicago (not remote)
COMPENSATION
- Pay Range: $60,000-$75,000/ year
The expected salary range for this position is $60,000 to 75,000 per year. This range represents the minimum and maximum base salary we reasonably expect to pay for this role. Actual compensation within the range will depend on skills, experience, and qualifications.
BENEFITS
- 401(k)
- Paid time off
- Company sponsored Insurance
Our Benefits: We care about your total well-being and will support you with the following, subject to your location and role.
- Health: Medical, dental and vision insurance, life insurance, employee assistance programs.
- Wealth: In addition to base pay, we offer 401(k) with company match (immediate vesting upon enrollment).
- Happiness:
- Professional Growth: Online training courses, virtual and classroom development experiences, tuition reimbursement program
- Work-Life Balance: Paid-time off and family leave
ABILITY TO COMMUTE/RELOCATE
- Chicago, IL 60654: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
SGS is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and as such we recruit, hire, train, and promote persons in all job classifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristics protected by law.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required.
This job description should not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements, but a general description of the job. Nothing contained herein restricts the company’s rights to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.
If you are applying for a position within the United States and you have difficulty completing the on-line employment application because of a disability, please call 201-508-3149 for assistance and leave a message. You will receive a callback. Please note, this phone number is not for general employment information but is only for individuals who are experiencing difficulty applying for a position due to a disability.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding STEM OPT Authorization as a Test Engineer
Verify your CIP code supports STEM OPT
Not every engineering or computer science degree automatically qualifies. Cross-check your program's CIP code against the DHS STEM OPT designated degree list before applying, so you can confirm eligibility before your initial 12-month OPT ends.
Check E-Verify enrollment before accepting offers
STEM OPT requires your employer to be actively enrolled in E-Verify, not just registered. Ask your recruiter to confirm current enrollment status during the offer stage, since lapsed enrollment disqualifies an otherwise valid training plan.
Benchmark your test engineer offer against prevailing wages
Your I-983 training plan must show compensation commensurate with similarly situated U.S. workers. Use the OFLC Wage Search to find the DOL prevailing wage for your specific SOC code and metro area before signing your offer.
Target employers with active quality engineering LCA filings
Employers who have filed Labor Condition Applications for test or quality engineer roles have already navigated STEM OPT and H-1B sponsorship processes. Use Migrate Mate to filter job listings by employers with verified E-Verify enrollment and relevant LCA filing history.
Map your test engineering duties to O*NET job zones
Your I-983 training plan needs to describe how your daily role directly applies your STEM degree. Pull the O*NET occupation profile for Test Engineers to identify the degree requirements and core tasks that support your training plan narrative.
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Does a Test Engineer role qualify for STEM OPT authorization?
Yes, if your degree is in a qualifying STEM field such as electrical engineering, computer science, or mechanical engineering, and your employer assigns duties that directly apply that training. The role's SOC code must align with your degree's CIP code. Review the DHS STEM designated degree list and your I-20 to confirm the pairing before your DSO submits the extension application.
What does the I-983 training plan require for a Test Engineer position?
The I-983 must describe how your test engineering duties, such as developing test cases, analyzing failure data, or validating hardware against specifications, apply your STEM degree to real work. Your employer signs the plan and commits to supervision and mentorship. USCIS and your DSO review it together, and your employer must provide updated evaluations every six months throughout the extension period.
How do I confirm my employer is enrolled in E-Verify for STEM OPT?
Ask your recruiter or HR contact to provide their E-Verify company ID or a screenshot of their active enrollment status. E-Verify enrollment must be current at the time you begin working under STEM OPT authorization. An employer that was previously enrolled but allowed their participation to lapse does not satisfy the requirement, so verify this before your start date, not after.
What happens to my STEM OPT if my test engineer employer is acquired or rebranded?
A merger, acquisition, or name change requires a new I-983 to be filed with your DSO, since the legal employing entity has changed. Your USCIS-authorized STEM OPT period itself does not change, but the training plan must reflect the new employer's E-Verify enrollment and updated supervisory structure. Delays in filing an updated I-983 can create compliance gaps, so notify your DSO immediately when a corporate change is announced.
Where can I find Test Engineer jobs where the employer already supports STEM OPT?
Migrate Mate lists Test Engineer jobs filtered for employers with active E-Verify enrollment and documented LCA filing history, so you're not guessing about sponsorship willingness. Searching on Migrate Mate lets you focus your applications on companies that have already demonstrated they understand and support the STEM OPT extension process, including the I-983 training plan requirement.
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