Electronics STEM OPT Jobs in Minnesota
Electronics F-1 STEM OPT sponsorship jobs in Minnesota are concentrated around the Twin Cities metro, where companies like Honeywell, 3M, and Benchmark Electronics have established engineering and hardware development operations. Electrical engineers, embedded systems developers, and PCB design specialists are among the roles most commonly offered with STEM OPT authorization support.
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Position:
Senior Design Verification Engineer (eInfochips Inc)
Job Description:
What Youll Be Doing:
- Testbenches: Build scalable verification environments using UVM and SystemVerilog.
- Planning: Create detailed verification plans from architectural specifications.
- Execution: Write, run, and debug constrained-random tests and directed tests.
- Coverage: Define, measure, and close functional and code coverage metrics.
- Gate-Level: Run gate-level simulations to verify power-up and timing states.
- Automation: Develop scripts to automate regression runs and triage failures.
What We Are Looking For:
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
- Languages: Strong proficiency in SystemVerilog and scripting (Python, Perl, or Tcl).
- Methodology: Hands-on experience with UVM (Universal Verification Methodology).
- Tools: Experience with industry-standard simulators Cadence Xcelium preferred, but experience with Synopsys VCS, or Siemens Questa will translate.
- Concepts: Deep understanding of constrained-random verification, assertions (SVA), and functional coverage.
- Protocols: Knowledge of common protocols like AMBA (AXI/AHB/APB).
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with formal verification tools and methodologies.
- Background in power-aware verification using UPF/CPF.
- Experience verifying custom ARM or DSP processor cores.
- Familiarity with emulation platforms like Palladium.
- Experience with:
- MMU verification
- SRAM/ memory subsystem verification
- Nice-to-have:
- DSP verification experience
- Modeling (RNM / behavioral models)
Scope of Work
- Verification at system/subsystem level, using SV/UVM C-based testing, with emulation (Cadence Palladium).
- New co-processing subsystem (with NPU, MMU, SRAM, AXI).
- Memory subsystem interactions.
- DSP/signal processing.
- SystemVerilog UVM-based verification.
- C-based test development (processor-in-loop simulation).
- Use of emulation platforms (Cadence Palladium or similar).
- Some modeling using Real Number Models (RNM) for analog/digital interaction.
Key Skills Needed
- Strong DV fundamentals.
- Experience with:
- MMU verification
- SRAM/memory subsystem verification
- Bus protocols (AXI transition mentioned)
- Nice-to-have:
- DSP verification experience
- Modeling (RNM / behavioral models)
What’s In It for You:
At Arrow, we recognize that financial rewards and great benefits are important aspects of an ideal job. That’s why we offer competitive financial compensation, including various compensation plans and a solid benefits package.
- Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
- 401k, With Matching Contributions
- Short-Term/Long-Term Disability Insurance
- Health Savings Account (HSA)/Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) Options
- Paid Time Off (including sick, holiday, vacation, etc.)
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Growth Opportunities
- And more!
Work Arrangement Fully OnSite: Must be able to travel to an Arrow Client office location as requested by Arrow Client leadership.
Location: Complete On-Site at Minneapolis, MN (Preferred)/Phoenix, AZ
About eInfochips: eInfochips, an Arrow company (Fortune #154), is a leading global provider of product engineering and semiconductor design services. A rich history of over two decades, with over 500 products developed and 40M deployments in 140 countries, eInfochips continues to fuel technological innovations in multiple verticals. eInfochips has strategic technology partnerships with Qualcomm, NVIDIA, NXP, Analog Devices, Texas Instruments, Amazon, Microsoft and Google to name a few. Along with Arrow’s $38B in revenues, 22,000 employees, and 345 locations serving over 80 countries, eInfochips is primed to accelerate connected products innovation for 150,000 global clients. eInfochips acts as a catalyst to Arrow’s Sensor-to-Sunset initiative and offers complete edge-to-cloud capabilities for its clients.
EEO Statement: Arrow is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status. (Arrow EEO/AAP policy)
Location:
US-MN-Minnesota (Remote Employees)
Remote work employees may be required to be present at the closest designated Arrow office for work-related purposes, at the Company’s request and sole discretion.
Time Type:
Full time
Job Category:
Engineering Services
EEO Statement:
Arrow is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status. (Arrow EEO/AAP policy)
All Arrow job postings are for existing job vacancies. We anticipate this requisition will be open for a minimum of five days, though it may be open for a longer period of time. We encourage your prompt application.
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Which electronics companies in Minnesota sponsor F-1 STEM OPT visas?
Minnesota's electronics sector includes Honeywell's aerospace and sensing divisions in the Twin Cities, 3M's electronics materials and component teams in Maplewood, and Benchmark Electronics' contract manufacturing operations. Medical device companies such as Medtronic and Boston Scientific also hire electronics engineers on STEM OPT authorization. Sponsorship availability varies by role, hiring cycle, and the employer's internal visa program infrastructure, so confirming directly with each employer's HR team is important.
Which cities in Minnesota have the most electronics F-1 STEM OPT sponsorship jobs?
The Minneapolis-Saint Paul metro area accounts for the largest share of electronics engineering roles with STEM OPT sponsorship in Minnesota. Suburbs including Maplewood, Eden Prairie, Plymouth, and Bloomington host significant electronics and hardware employer operations. Rochester has a smaller but active engineering base connected to IBM and medical technology firms. Greater Minnesota has limited electronics hiring compared to the Twin Cities corridor.
What types of electronics roles typically qualify for F-1 STEM OPT sponsorship in Minnesota?
Roles that commonly qualify include electrical engineer, embedded systems engineer, hardware design engineer, PCB layout designer, power electronics engineer, and RF engineer. These positions typically require a bachelor's or advanced degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, or a closely related STEM field. The role must appear on the STEM OPT designated degree program list maintained by USCIS, and the employer must be enrolled in E-Verify to authorize STEM OPT extensions.
How do I find electronics F-1 STEM OPT sponsorship jobs in Minnesota?
Migrate Mate lets you search electronics jobs in Minnesota filtered specifically for F-1 STEM OPT sponsorship, showing employers with verified STEM OPT hiring history. This removes the guesswork of cold-applying to companies that don't sponsor. Within Minnesota, focus your search on the Twin Cities metro and filter by engineering disciplines such as electrical, hardware, or embedded systems to match roles where STEM OPT authorization is most commonly offered.
Are there state-specific or industry-specific considerations for F-1 STEM OPT in Minnesota's electronics sector?
Minnesota's electronics industry has a strong overlap with the medical device sector, meaning many electronics engineering roles sit inside companies that operate under FDA regulatory environments, which can affect hiring timelines and background check requirements. Employers must be enrolled in E-Verify to authorize a 24-month STEM OPT extension, and OPT work must be directly related to your degree program. The University of Minnesota and several Minnesota State system campuses produce electronics engineering graduates who compete for the same roles, so practical experience and internship history are frequently prioritized by hiring managers.