Electronics OPT Jobs in Oregon
Oregon's electronics sector spans semiconductor manufacturing in the Portland metro area, hardware engineering along the Silicon Forest corridor, and a growing cluster of clean energy tech firms. Companies like Intel, Lattice Semiconductor, and Daimler Trucks North America's tech division actively hire international talent. F-1 OPT authorization lets eligible students work in qualifying electronics roles while pursuing post-graduation career pathways.
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Our facility has an opening for an entry-level equipment technician to support the Thin Films area on the front-end day shift. We are looking for someone entry level with a good mechanical aptitude to be trained on-the-job primarily to build parts to support preventative and corrective maintenance on a wide range of assigned equipment in a fast paced, high volume manufacturing environment. They will also be trained on the company's Emergency Response procedures.
This is a day shift position, Sunday-Tuesday, every other Wednesday. 6:15 am - 6:45 pm.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
- Build parts for the maintenance of semiconductor equipment
- Perform routine preventative maintenance
- Work with equipment, production, and process groups to schedule and prioritize PMs
- Act as a technical resource for tool and maintenance system improvement projects
- Maintain certifications current for equipment, safety, and incident response
- Track and report daily activities through verbal and written pass down
- Participate on the company's Emergency Response Team (ERT)
PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORK ENVIRONMENT
Regularly required to sit or stand and move about the facility including servicing equipment in the clean room. Exposure to shop elements such as noise, dust, fumes and odors. Ability to lift objects of 50 lbs. Ability to obtain respirator certification for use in the facility.
REQUIRED EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
Mechanical experience or aptitude such as automotive, pump work, general repairs, etc.
Technical Associates Degree, military training or trade school preferred
OTHER QUALIFICATIONS
- Strong technical capability. Strong communication and team work skills
- Ability and desire to learn and work independently once trained
- Ability to read schematics
- Ability to perform field repairs of assemblies as needed
- Basic understanding of electrical and electronics theory
BENEFITS SUMMARY:
- 401(k)
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
- Two medical plans (United Health Care HRA & Kaiser Permanente)
- Dental ($2000 yearly maximum)
- Vision
- Paid Life Insurance & Short Term Disability
- Long Term Disability
- And more!
COMPANY INFORMATION:
Alpha and Omega Semiconductor (AOS) is committed to excellence in design, manufacturing, and responsiveness to our customers through the continued development of new technologies, products and innovative solutions. We bring to the market devices designed to benefit our customers by meeting their product specific needs. Our mission is to bring value to our customers, shareholders and employees.
AOS differentiates itself by integrating its Discrete and IC semiconductor process technology, product design, and advanced packaging know-how to develop high performance power management solutions. AOS's portfolio of products targets high-volume applications, including but not limited to portable computers, flat panel TVs, LED lighting, smart phones, battery packs, consumer and industrial motor controls and power supplies for TVs, computers, servers and telecommunications equipment.
Pay range listed in this job posting is an estimate only, and is not necessarily reflective of actual compensation that may be earned, nor a promise of pay for any specific employee future or past. Offers made are always dependent upon actual experience, education and other factors.
Jireh Semiconductor prohibits discrimination based on race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, gender expression or identity, sexual orientation or any other legally protected status.
Jireh Semiconductor, Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of Alpha and Omega Semiconductor Ltd., is the in-house wafer fab for AOS and is located in Hillsboro, Oregon.
Position Summary
Our facility has an opening for an entry-level equipment technician to support the Thin Films area on the front-end day shift. We are looking for someone entry level with a good mechanical aptitude to be trained on-the-job primarily to build parts to support preventative and corrective maintenance on a wide range of assigned equipment in a fast paced, high volume manufacturing environment. They will also be trained on the company's Emergency Response procedures.
This is a day shift position, Sunday-Tuesday, every other Wednesday. 6:15 am - 6:45 pm.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
- Build parts for the maintenance of semiconductor equipment
- Perform routine preventative maintenance
- Work with equipment, production, and process groups to schedule and prioritize PMs
- Act as a technical resource for tool and maintenance system improvement projects
- Maintain certifications current for equipment, safety, and incident response
- Track and report daily activities through verbal and written pass down
- Participate on the company's Emergency Response Team (ERT)
PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORK ENVIRONMENT
Regularly required to sit or stand and move about the facility including servicing equipment in the clean room. Exposure to shop elements such as noise, dust, fumes and odors. Ability to lift objects of 50 lbs. Ability to obtain respirator certification for use in the facility.
REQUIRED EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
Mechanical experience or aptitude such as automotive, pump work, general repairs, etc.
Technical Associates Degree, military training or trade school preferred
OTHER QUALIFICATIONS
- Strong technical capability. Strong communication and team work skills
- Ability and desire to learn and work independently once trained
- Ability to read schematics
- Ability to perform field repairs of assemblies as needed
- Basic understanding of electrical and electronics theory
BENEFITS SUMMARY:
- 401(k)
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
- Two medical plans (United Health Care HRA & Kaiser Permanente)
- Dental ($2000 yearly maximum)
- Vision
- Paid Life Insurance & Short Term Disability
- Long Term Disability
- And more!
COMPANY INFORMATION:
Alpha and Omega Semiconductor (AOS) is committed to excellence in design, manufacturing, and responsiveness to our customers through the continued development of new technologies, products and innovative solutions. We bring to the market devices designed to benefit our customers by meeting their product specific needs. Our mission is to bring value to our customers, shareholders and employees.
AOS differentiates itself by integrating its Discrete and IC semiconductor process technology, product design, and advanced packaging know-how to develop high performance power management solutions. AOS's portfolio of products targets high-volume applications, including but not limited to portable computers, flat panel TVs, LED lighting, smart phones, battery packs, consumer and industrial motor controls and power supplies for TVs, computers, servers and telecommunications equipment.
Pay range listed in this job posting is an estimate only, and is not necessarily reflective of actual compensation that may be earned, nor a promise of pay for any specific employee future or past. Offers made are always dependent upon actual experience, education and other factors.
Jireh Semiconductor prohibits discrimination based on race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, gender expression or identity, sexual orientation or any other legally protected status.
Jireh Semiconductor, Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of Alpha and Omega Semiconductor Ltd., is the in-house wafer fab for AOS and is located in Hillsboro, Oregon.
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Search Electronics Jobs in OregonElectronics OPT Sponsorship Jobs in Oregon: Frequently Asked Questions
Which electronics companies sponsor F-1 OPT visas in Oregon?
Intel's large Hillsboro campus is Oregon's most prominent electronics employer and has a long history of hiring international graduates on OPT. Lattice Semiconductor, Radisys, and Daimler Trucks' engineering division in Portland also hire electronics talent. Smaller hardware and embedded systems firms in the Silicon Forest corridor sometimes hire OPT workers as well, though sponsorship practices vary by company size and role.
Which cities in Oregon have the most electronics F-1 OPT sponsorship jobs?
The Portland metro area, including Hillsboro and Beaverton, is by far Oregon's densest concentration of electronics OPT jobs. Intel's Ronler Acres and Jones Farm campuses in Hillsboro alone employ thousands of engineers. Eugene and Corvallis also have modest electronics hiring activity, partly driven by proximity to the University of Oregon and Oregon State University's engineering programs.
What types of electronics roles typically qualify for F-1 OPT sponsorship?
Roles that align directly with an engineering, computer science, or applied physics degree tend to qualify most cleanly for OPT. In Oregon's electronics sector, that includes hardware design engineering, semiconductor process engineering, embedded systems development, PCB layout engineering, and RF engineering. The position must fall within your declared major field of study, so degree-to-role alignment is important when evaluating whether a specific posting is OPT-eligible.
How do I find electronics F-1 OPT sponsorship jobs in Oregon?
Migrate Mate filters job listings specifically by visa type and industry, making it straightforward to browse electronics F-1 OPT sponsorship jobs in Oregon without sifting through irrelevant postings. Because not every employer advertises OPT sponsorship explicitly, using a platform built around visa eligibility saves significant time. Migrate Mate also focuses on employers who have demonstrated sponsorship history, which is especially useful in a specialized market like Oregon's semiconductor industry.
Are there any Oregon-specific considerations for F-1 OPT students in electronics?
Oregon has no state income tax on wages, which is a straightforward financial factor for OPT workers to be aware of when comparing offers. More substantively, many of Oregon's largest electronics employers, particularly in the semiconductor space, work on export-controlled technologies. Some roles may require U.S. citizenship or permanent residency under export control regulations, so it's worth confirming a role's eligibility requirements before applying.