STEM OPT Test Engineering Manager Jobs
Test Engineering Manager roles sit squarely within STEM OPT eligibility, letting you work for up to 36 months post-graduation without H-1B visa sponsorship right away. Your employer must be enrolled in E-Verify, and your engineering or computer science degree must align with the role's CIP code to qualify for the 24-month extension.
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Coherent is a global leader in lasers, engineered materials and networking components. We are a vertically integrated manufacturing company that develops innovative products for diversified applications in the industrial, optical communications, military, life sciences, semiconductor equipment, and consumer markets. Coherent provides a comprehensive career development platform within an environment that challenges employees to perform at their best, while rewarding excellence and hard-work through a competitive compensation program. It's an exciting opportunity to work for a company that offers stability, longevity and growth. Come Join Us!
Primary Duties & Responsibilities
- Work with test engineers on developing, assembling, qualifying and maintaining new testers for laser and photodiode characterization in mass production environment.
- Help tester instrumentation and new tester qualification.
- Collect and organize test data.
- Assist in creating tester documentation and interacting with operators and other engineers.
- Support existing testers by performing troubleshooting, creating new product recipes, maintaining spare parts, and performing daily SPC and calibration routines.
- This position may require working during weekends or night shifts.
Education & Experience
- Associate degree in technical discipline, or high school diploma with relevant industrial experience
- Basic knowledge in electronics and optics, and semiconductor laser testing and instrumentation.
- Industrial experience in high-volume semiconductor manufacturing is highly desired.
- Hands-on experience in MS Office, including Word and Excel.
- Good communication skills.
Skills
- Attention to detail
- Good at working with small parts
- Experience with semi-automated and automated processing tools
- Familiarity with Microsoft Excel and Word
- Experience in wafer level or die level handling
- Excellent communication skills, essential for effective teamwork and cross-disciplinary collaboration.
Working Conditions
- This role will be based on-site in Fremont, CA.
- Regular use of a computer and other office equipment is necessary.
- Candidate to work on-site in a cleanroom environment where strict cleanliness rules will be enforced.
Physical Requirements
- Able to stand for duration of shift when needed
- Sitting for extended periods while working on a computer or in meetings.
- Use of hands and fingers for typing, writing, and handling documents.
- Occasional lifting of objects or materials up to 20 pounds for administrative tasks.
- Ability to communicate verbally and in writing.
Safety Requirements
All employees are required to follow the site EHS procedures and Coherent Corp. Corporate EHS standards.
Quality and Environmental Responsibilities
Depending on location, this position may be responsible for the execution and maintenance of the ISO 9000, 9001, 14001 and/or other applicable standards that may apply to the relevant roles and responsibilities within the Quality Management System and Environmental Management System.
Culture Commitment
Ensure adherence to company’s values (ICARE) in all aspects of your position at Coherent Corp.:
Integrity – Create an Environment of Trust
Collaboration – Innovate Through the Sharing of Ideas
Accountability – Own the Process and the Outcome
Respect – Recognize the Value in Everyone
Enthusiasm – Find a Sense of Purpose in Work
Coherent Corp. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at talentacquisition@coherent.com.
JOB INFO
Job Identification: 2013846
Posting Date: 07/27/2026, 08:09 PM
Degree Level: Associate Degree
Job Schedule: Full time
Locations: 41762 Christy Street, Fremont, CA, 94538, US (On-site)
Pay Scale: $27.35 - $44.00 per hour
Note to recruiters and employment agencies: We will not pay for unsolicited resumes from recruiters and employment agencies unless we have a signed agreement and have required assistance, in writing, for a specific opening.
About us
Coherent is a global leader in lasers, engineered materials and networking components. We are a vertically integrated manufacturing company that develops innovative products for diversified applications in the industrial, optical communications, military, life sciences, semiconductor equipment, and consumer markets. Coherent provides a comprehensive career development platform within an environment that challenges employees to perform at their best, while rewarding excellence and hard-work through a competitive compensation program. It's an exciting opportunity to work for a company that offers stability, longevity and growth. Come Join Us!
Primary Duties & Responsibilities
- Work with test engineers on developing, assembling, qualifying and maintaining new testers for laser and photodiode characterization in mass production environment.
- Help tester instrumentation and new tester qualification.
- Collect and organize test data.
- Assist in creating tester documentation and interacting with operators and other engineers.
- Support existing testers by performing troubleshooting, creating new product recipes, maintaining spare parts, and performing daily SPC and calibration routines.
- This position may require working during weekends or night shifts.
Education & Experience
- Associate degree in technical discipline, or high school diploma with relevant industrial experience
- Basic knowledge in electronics and optics, and semiconductor laser testing and instrumentation.
- Industrial experience in high-volume semiconductor manufacturing is highly desired.
- Hands-on experience in MS Office, including Word and Excel.
- Good communication skills.
Skills
- Attention to detail
- Good at working with small parts
- Experience with semi-automated and automated processing tools
- Familiarity with Microsoft Excel and Word
- Experience in wafer level or die level handling
- Excellent communication skills, essential for effective teamwork and cross-disciplinary collaboration.
Working Conditions
- This role will be based on-site in Fremont, CA.
- Regular use of a computer and other office equipment is necessary.
- Candidate to work on-site in a cleanroom environment where strict cleanliness rules will be enforced.
Physical Requirements
- Able to stand for duration of shift when needed
- Sitting for extended periods while working on a computer or in meetings.
- Use of hands and fingers for typing, writing, and handling documents.
- Occasional lifting of objects or materials up to 20 pounds for administrative tasks.
- Ability to communicate verbally and in writing.
Safety Requirements
All employees are required to follow the site EHS procedures and Coherent Corp. Corporate EHS standards.
Quality and Environmental Responsibilities
Depending on location, this position may be responsible for the execution and maintenance of the ISO 9000, 9001, 14001 and/or other applicable standards that may apply to the relevant roles and responsibilities within the Quality Management System and Environmental Management System.
Culture Commitment
Ensure adherence to company’s values (ICARE) in all aspects of your position at Coherent Corp.:
Integrity – Create an Environment of Trust
Collaboration – Innovate Through the Sharing of Ideas
Accountability – Own the Process and the Outcome
Respect – Recognize the Value in Everyone
Enthusiasm – Find a Sense of Purpose in Work
Coherent Corp. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at talentacquisition@coherent.com.
JOB INFO
Job Identification: 2013846
Posting Date: 07/27/2026, 08:09 PM
Degree Level: Associate Degree
Job Schedule: Full time
Locations: 41762 Christy Street, Fremont, CA, 94538, US (On-site)
Pay Scale: $27.35 - $44.00 per hour
Note to recruiters and employment agencies: We will not pay for unsolicited resumes from recruiters and employment agencies unless we have a signed agreement and have required assistance, in writing, for a specific opening.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding STEM OPT Authorization as a Test Engineering Manager
Verify your CIP code matches the role
Pull your degree's Classification of Instructional Programs code from your DSO and cross-reference it against the Test Engineering Manager position using O*NET. A mismatch between your credential and the role's STEM designation disqualifies the extension before you even apply.
Confirm E-Verify enrollment before accepting offers
Ask your recruiter for the company's E-Verify Company ID or search the E-Verify employer search tool directly. An employer who isn't enrolled cannot legally employ you on STEM OPT, so verify enrollment before negotiating terms, not after.
Build your I-983 training plan around measurable outcomes
Your I-983 must show how the Test Engineering Manager role provides practical training aligned to your STEM degree. Document specific learning objectives tied to test strategy, quality systems, or engineering leadership rather than generic job duties, which USCIS scrutinizes closely.
Target employers with active PERM and LCA filing history
Companies that have filed Labor Condition Applications for engineering manager roles are already set up to sponsor and often have dedicated HR processes for work-authorized candidates. Use Migrate Mate to filter Test Engineering Manager openings by verified employer filing history so you're not starting from scratch.
Time your STEM OPT application to avoid authorization gaps
File your STEM OPT extension at least 90 days before your initial OPT EAD expires. USCIS grants a 180-day automatic extension while the application is pending, but only if you file on time and your I-20 reflects the correct STEM designation.
Address the managerial title directly in sponsorship conversations
Some employers hesitate to place a STEM OPT candidate in a manager-level role because they assume it signals H-1B dependency too early. Lead with your engineering credentials and clarify that your 24-month extension gives the company a full hiring runway before any further sponsorship decision is required.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Test Engineering Manager role qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
Yes, if your degree falls under a qualifying STEM CIP code and the role directly applies that technical training. Test Engineering Manager positions typically draw on electrical, computer, or systems engineering backgrounds, all of which appear on the STEM Designated Degree Program List. Your DSO confirms eligibility when endorsing your I-20 for the extension, so bring the job description to that conversation.
What E-Verify requirement applies to my STEM OPT employer?
Every employer who hires you on STEM OPT must be enrolled in E-Verify at the worksite where you'll actually work, not just at corporate headquarters. If you're placed at a client site through a staffing arrangement, that end-client location must also be enrolled. You can confirm enrollment through the E-Verify employer search before signing an offer letter.
What should my I-983 training plan include for a Test Engineering Manager position?
Your I-983 must connect your day-to-day responsibilities to your STEM degree with specific, measurable learning objectives. For a Test Engineering Manager, that means detailing how you'll develop test frameworks, lead quality assurance teams, or apply systems engineering principles, not just listing your reporting structure. USCIS expects the plan to demonstrate genuine practical training, and your employer's authorized representative must co-sign it.
How does cap-gap protection apply if my H-1B is selected while I'm working as a Test Engineering Manager?
If your employer files an H-1B petition on your behalf before your OPT EAD expires and USCIS selects it in the lottery, cap-gap protection automatically extends your work authorization through September 30 of that year. You can continue working as a Test Engineering Manager during that period without interruption. Your DSO issues an updated I-20 reflecting the cap-gap extension, which you carry with your existing EAD as proof of continued authorization.
Where can I find Test Engineering Manager jobs where the employer already understands STEM OPT requirements?
Migrate Mate lists Test Engineering Manager openings filtered for employers with verified E-Verify enrollment and sponsorship filing history, so you're not spending time educating recruiters about work authorization basics. Searching there narrows your list to companies that have already navigated the process for STEM OPT candidates, which makes the offer and onboarding conversation significantly more straightforward.