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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Eaton’s ES AMER ESS division is currently seeking a Test Engineering Manager. Relocation offered.
The expected annual salary range for this role is $113000 - $165000 a year.
Please note the salary information shown above is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon candidate skills, experience, and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Shape the future of power distribution technology. Lead groundbreaking testing. Influence product innovation.
If you're passionate about electrical engineering, high-power testing, and solving complex technical challenges, this is an opportunity to make a visible impact on products used around the world. As a leader within Eaton's Thomas A. Edison Technical Center Power Test Lab, you'll work at the intersection of engineering innovation, product development, and advanced laboratory operations.
In this role, you won't simply execute tests. You'll help define testing strategies, influence product design decisions, guide technical direction for a state-of-the-art electrical laboratory, and lead a team of engineers and technicians. Your expertise will directly contribute to the reliability, safety, and performance of cutting-edge medium-voltage power distribution solutions.
- Work with advanced electrical technologies involving medium-voltage, high-power, high-voltage, and thermal testing.
- Influence product design early in development, partnering directly with engineering teams to improve performance and design robustness.
- Lead innovation in a world-class laboratory environment, recommending and implementing next-generation testing capabilities and equipment.
- Enjoy hands-on engineering challenges while maintaining strategic influence on laboratory operations and testing direction.
- Develop and mentor talent, helping engineers and technicians grow their skills and technical expertise.
- Drive continuous improvement, shaping the future of Eaton's testing processes, safety culture, and laboratory capabilities.
- See the impact of your work firsthand, knowing your testing and technical guidance help bring industry-leading products to market.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering from an accredited institution.
- Minimum of 4 years’ experience in electrical testing and/or design of medium or high voltage electrical products.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Professional Engineering license
- Bachelor's Degree in electrical engineering
- Minimum 7 years’ experience in electrical testing and/or design of medium or high voltage electrical products
- Previous experience leading technical staff is strongly preferred
- Experience in developing electrical test systems (AC/DC, impulse, power/short-circuit, thermal, etc.)
- Six-sigma trained to support measurement uncertainty evaluation
- Experience with lab automation software and electrical system modeling
SKILLS
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, SharePoint, OneNote, and Visio
- Knowledge in the application of medium voltage electrical distribution equipment
- Familiarity and practice with industry testing standards of IEEE C37 and C57 Series or Equivalent IEC
- Knowledge of power test equipment and measurement instrumentation
All positions may require participation in video and in-person interviews as part of the hiring process. All candidates will be evaluated based on job-related competencies, and all candidates’ privacy rights and data security will be protected in accordance with applicable laws.
We are committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law.
Eaton believes in second chance employment. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction history will be considered regardless of their arrest or conviction history, consistent with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, the California Fair Chance Act and other local laws.
You do not need to disclose your conviction history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if Eaton is concerned about conviction that is directly related to the job, you will be given the chance to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report.
To request a disability-related reasonable accommodation to assist you in your job search, application, or interview process, please call us at 1-800-836-6345 to discuss your specific need. Only accommodation requests will be accepted by this phone number.
We know that good benefit programs are important to employees and their families. Eaton provides various Health and Welfare benefits as well as Retirement benefits, and several programs that provide for paid and unpaid time away from work. Please note that specific programs and options available to an employee may depend on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.
INTRODUCTION
Eaton’s ES AMER ESS division is currently seeking a Test Engineering Manager. Relocation offered.
The expected annual salary range for this role is $113000 - $165000 a year.
Please note the salary information shown above is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon candidate skills, experience, and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Shape the future of power distribution technology. Lead groundbreaking testing. Influence product innovation.
If you're passionate about electrical engineering, high-power testing, and solving complex technical challenges, this is an opportunity to make a visible impact on products used around the world. As a leader within Eaton's Thomas A. Edison Technical Center Power Test Lab, you'll work at the intersection of engineering innovation, product development, and advanced laboratory operations.
In this role, you won't simply execute tests. You'll help define testing strategies, influence product design decisions, guide technical direction for a state-of-the-art electrical laboratory, and lead a team of engineers and technicians. Your expertise will directly contribute to the reliability, safety, and performance of cutting-edge medium-voltage power distribution solutions.
- Work with advanced electrical technologies involving medium-voltage, high-power, high-voltage, and thermal testing.
- Influence product design early in development, partnering directly with engineering teams to improve performance and design robustness.
- Lead innovation in a world-class laboratory environment, recommending and implementing next-generation testing capabilities and equipment.
- Enjoy hands-on engineering challenges while maintaining strategic influence on laboratory operations and testing direction.
- Develop and mentor talent, helping engineers and technicians grow their skills and technical expertise.
- Drive continuous improvement, shaping the future of Eaton's testing processes, safety culture, and laboratory capabilities.
- See the impact of your work firsthand, knowing your testing and technical guidance help bring industry-leading products to market.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering from an accredited institution.
- Minimum of 4 years’ experience in electrical testing and/or design of medium or high voltage electrical products.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Professional Engineering license
- Bachelor's Degree in electrical engineering
- Minimum 7 years’ experience in electrical testing and/or design of medium or high voltage electrical products
- Previous experience leading technical staff is strongly preferred
- Experience in developing electrical test systems (AC/DC, impulse, power/short-circuit, thermal, etc.)
- Six-sigma trained to support measurement uncertainty evaluation
- Experience with lab automation software and electrical system modeling
SKILLS
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, SharePoint, OneNote, and Visio
- Knowledge in the application of medium voltage electrical distribution equipment
- Familiarity and practice with industry testing standards of IEEE C37 and C57 Series or Equivalent IEC
- Knowledge of power test equipment and measurement instrumentation
All positions may require participation in video and in-person interviews as part of the hiring process. All candidates will be evaluated based on job-related competencies, and all candidates’ privacy rights and data security will be protected in accordance with applicable laws.
We are committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law.
Eaton believes in second chance employment. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction history will be considered regardless of their arrest or conviction history, consistent with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, the California Fair Chance Act and other local laws.
You do not need to disclose your conviction history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if Eaton is concerned about conviction that is directly related to the job, you will be given the chance to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report.
To request a disability-related reasonable accommodation to assist you in your job search, application, or interview process, please call us at 1-800-836-6345 to discuss your specific need. Only accommodation requests will be accepted by this phone number.
We know that good benefit programs are important to employees and their families. Eaton provides various Health and Welfare benefits as well as Retirement benefits, and several programs that provide for paid and unpaid time away from work. Please note that specific programs and options available to an employee may depend on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.
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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.