Electronics OPT Jobs in Pennsylvania
F-1 OPT electronics jobs in Pennsylvania put you within reach of major employers across semiconductors, defense electronics, and hardware engineering. Companies like Lockheed Martin, Siemens, and Vishay Intertechnology operate significant Pennsylvania facilities. Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, and the Lehigh Valley corridor concentrate the most active hiring, with strong university pipelines from Penn State, Drexel, and Carnegie Mellon feeding local demand.
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Get Access To All JobsLocation: Lancaster, PA, US, 17601
Business Unit: Specialty Metals
Posting Date: May 15, 2026
Job Description:
AMETEK Specialty Metal Products (SMP) is a division of AMETEK, Inc. a leading global manufacturer of electronic instruments and electromechanical devices. The Specialty Metal Products division includes seven successful businesses with operating facilities in the United States, United Kingdom, and Malaysia.
With a strong focus on safety, the AMETEK Hamilton Precision Metals plant in Lancaster, PA custom re-rolls precision metal strip and foil, including titanium, nickel and nickel-based alloys, stainless steel and super alloys with applications in medical, aerospace, electronics, and process control. We are seeking a safety-conscious, action-oriented Planner to join our team. Reporting to the Production Control Manager this role will plan production orders for the Hamilton Precision Metals facility with the utmost focus on quality, delivery performance, and cost.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Plan new production orders along with coordinating sample orders for heat qualifications.
- Receiving purchase orders and placing in system for production and closing work order operations.
- Reviews information from order receipt to shipment, adding unplanned operations as needed.
- Prepare final certifications for shipments.
- Preparing shipping tickets (samples, lot approvals, heat approvals, etc).
- Provides support to the Sales Department by answering questions related to production operations, such as lead times or order status.
- Establishes and maintains effective communication between all levels of supervision, departments, and management.
- Audits actual performance against product structures to ensure accurate standards.
- Work with sales department on customer status requests for orders.
- Uploading NCP information in Visual for traceability on work orders.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
SKILLS:
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills with attention to detail.
- Microsoft office suite experience with a strong focus on Excel database systems.
- Experience with ERP systems.
- Manufacturing environment experience preferred.
- Strong critical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:
- 3-5 years of experience planning operations while using an ERP system.
- Experience in production planning within a specialty, make to order business.
- Bachelor’s degree in business/planning preferred; equivalent experience will be considered.
Physical Requirements:
Occasional lifting of lightweight materials, rare lifting of lightweight materials (up to 25 lbs.). Some pushing & pulling and reaching, continuous sitting, occasionally standing and walking. Continuous use of computer, keyboard and mouse. Ability to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) including but not limited to: hard hat, safety glasses, gloves, steel-toed boots, and hearing protection.
Compensation
Employee Type: Salaried
Currency: USD
Salary Minimum: 70,000
Salary Maximum: 85,000
Incentive: No
Disclaimer: Where a specific pay range is noted, it is a good faith estimate at the time of this posting. The actual salary offered will be based on experience, skills, qualifications, market / business considerations, and geographic location.
For more information on AMETEK's competitive benefits, please click here.
AMETEK, Inc. is a leading global provider of industrial technology solutions serving a diverse set of attractive niche markets with annual sales over $7.5 billion.
AMETEK is committed to making a safer, sustainable, and more productive world a reality. We use differentiated technology solutions to solve our customers’ most complex challenges. We employ 22,000 colleagues, in 35 countries, that are grounded by our core values: Ethics and Integrity, Respect for the Individual, Inclusion, Teamwork, and Social Responsibility. AMETEK is a component of the S&P 500.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. Individuals who need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process should call 1 (866) 263-8359.
Location: Lancaster, PA, US, 17601
Business Unit: Specialty Metals
Posting Date: May 15, 2026
Job Description:
AMETEK Specialty Metal Products (SMP) is a division of AMETEK, Inc. a leading global manufacturer of electronic instruments and electromechanical devices. The Specialty Metal Products division includes seven successful businesses with operating facilities in the United States, United Kingdom, and Malaysia.
With a strong focus on safety, the AMETEK Hamilton Precision Metals plant in Lancaster, PA custom re-rolls precision metal strip and foil, including titanium, nickel and nickel-based alloys, stainless steel and super alloys with applications in medical, aerospace, electronics, and process control. We are seeking a safety-conscious, action-oriented Planner to join our team. Reporting to the Production Control Manager this role will plan production orders for the Hamilton Precision Metals facility with the utmost focus on quality, delivery performance, and cost.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Plan new production orders along with coordinating sample orders for heat qualifications.
- Receiving purchase orders and placing in system for production and closing work order operations.
- Reviews information from order receipt to shipment, adding unplanned operations as needed.
- Prepare final certifications for shipments.
- Preparing shipping tickets (samples, lot approvals, heat approvals, etc).
- Provides support to the Sales Department by answering questions related to production operations, such as lead times or order status.
- Establishes and maintains effective communication between all levels of supervision, departments, and management.
- Audits actual performance against product structures to ensure accurate standards.
- Work with sales department on customer status requests for orders.
- Uploading NCP information in Visual for traceability on work orders.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
SKILLS:
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills with attention to detail.
- Microsoft office suite experience with a strong focus on Excel database systems.
- Experience with ERP systems.
- Manufacturing environment experience preferred.
- Strong critical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:
- 3-5 years of experience planning operations while using an ERP system.
- Experience in production planning within a specialty, make to order business.
- Bachelor’s degree in business/planning preferred; equivalent experience will be considered.
Physical Requirements:
Occasional lifting of lightweight materials, rare lifting of lightweight materials (up to 25 lbs.). Some pushing & pulling and reaching, continuous sitting, occasionally standing and walking. Continuous use of computer, keyboard and mouse. Ability to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) including but not limited to: hard hat, safety glasses, gloves, steel-toed boots, and hearing protection.
Compensation
Employee Type: Salaried
Currency: USD
Salary Minimum: 70,000
Salary Maximum: 85,000
Incentive: No
Disclaimer: Where a specific pay range is noted, it is a good faith estimate at the time of this posting. The actual salary offered will be based on experience, skills, qualifications, market / business considerations, and geographic location.
For more information on AMETEK's competitive benefits, please click here.
AMETEK, Inc. is a leading global provider of industrial technology solutions serving a diverse set of attractive niche markets with annual sales over $7.5 billion.
AMETEK is committed to making a safer, sustainable, and more productive world a reality. We use differentiated technology solutions to solve our customers’ most complex challenges. We employ 22,000 colleagues, in 35 countries, that are grounded by our core values: Ethics and Integrity, Respect for the Individual, Inclusion, Teamwork, and Social Responsibility. AMETEK is a component of the S&P 500.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. Individuals who need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process should call 1 (866) 263-8359.
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Search Electronics Jobs in PennsylvaniaElectronics OPT Sponsorship Jobs in Pennsylvania: Frequently Asked Questions
Which electronics companies sponsor F-1 OPT visas in Pennsylvania?
Pennsylvania hosts several electronics and hardware employers with established OPT hiring patterns, including Lockheed Martin (defense electronics, Moorestown and King of Prussia), Siemens (industrial electronics, Malvern), Vishay Intertechnology (passive components, Malvern headquarters), and BAE Systems (Philadelphia-area defense). Smaller semiconductor and hardware firms in the Philadelphia suburbs and Pittsburgh tech corridor also regularly hire OPT candidates for engineering and technical roles. Sponsorship patterns vary by role and hiring cycle, so verifying directly with employers is always recommended.
Which cities in Pennsylvania have the most electronics F-1 OPT sponsorship jobs?
Philadelphia and its western suburbs, particularly the Route 202 corridor through Malvern, Wayne, and King of Prussia, concentrate the highest density of electronics employer activity in Pennsylvania. Pittsburgh follows closely, driven by robotics, semiconductor research, and Carnegie Mellon's proximity to hardware-focused startups and established firms. The Lehigh Valley, anchored by Allentown and Bethlehem, has a strong manufacturing and electronics heritage with active hiring at several mid-size component and systems companies.
What types of electronics roles typically qualify for F-1 OPT sponsorship?
Roles that align directly with electrical engineering, computer engineering, or applied physics degrees tend to qualify most cleanly for F-1 OPT. Common qualifying titles in Pennsylvania electronics hiring include hardware design engineer, embedded systems engineer, RF engineer, PCB layout engineer, firmware engineer, and test and validation engineer. Roles in semiconductor process engineering and defense electronics systems integration also appear frequently. The key factor is that the position requires a degree in a relevant technical discipline, not just general engineering.
How do I find electronics F-1 OPT sponsorship jobs in Pennsylvania?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for international students searching for F-1 OPT sponsorship roles, including electronics and hardware positions in Pennsylvania. You can filter by visa type, state, and industry to surface employers actively hiring OPT candidates in Pennsylvania, rather than sorting through general job listings where sponsorship status is unclear. Migrate Mate focuses exclusively on verified sponsorship jobs, which saves significant time when you're working within OPT application deadlines.
Are there any Pennsylvania-specific considerations for F-1 OPT in the electronics industry?
Pennsylvania's electronics sector has a notable defense and government contracting presence, particularly around Philadelphia. Some roles at defense contractors may require security clearances, which F-1 OPT holders are generally ineligible to obtain as non-U.S. persons, so it is worth confirming clearance requirements before applying. Pennsylvania also has a strong concentration of semiconductor and passive component manufacturers in the southeastern region, where OPT hiring tends to be more accessible than at clearance-dependent defense positions.