Electronics Jobs in Texas with F-1 OPT Sponsorship
Electronics F-1 OPT sponsorship jobs in Texas are concentrated around Austin, Dallas, and Houston, where companies like Texas Instruments, Samsung Austin Semiconductor, and Dell Technologies regularly hire international students for hardware, semiconductor, and embedded systems roles. Texas has one of the most active electronics and semiconductor ecosystems in the country, making it a strong destination for F-1 OPT candidates.
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INTRODUCTION
Job Title: Production Operator 3
Req ID: 134558
Hiring Manager: Omar Sow
Band: 03
Region: Americas
Country: USA
State/Province: Texas
City: Richardson
Shift: 1st
General Overview
Functional Area: OPS - Operations
Career Stream: PRD - Production
SAP Short Name: PD3
Job Code: PD3-OPS-PRD
Job Level: Band 03
Direct/Indirect Indicator: Direct
SUMMARY
Performs moderately complex tasks relating to the manufacture, assembly, repair or modification of products. Receives no instructions on routine work, general instructions on new assignments. Tasks are moderately complex in nature where judgment is required in resolving problems and making recommendations. Decisions/actions may cause a minor impact on the work unit operations or schedules. Works under general supervision. Situations not covered by standard processes, procedures and methods are referred to expert resource. May demonstrate work methods to new employees. Deals directly with immediate supervisor, co-workers and team members; engages in exchanges of factual information and provides some explanation; interactions with external contacts, if applicable, require exchanging factual information and providing some explanation.
DETAILED DESCRIPTION
Performs tasks such as, but not limited to, the following:
- Performs hand soldering; manual assembly; setup, operation, and basic maintenance of custom and standard semiautomatic and/or automated assembly equipment and tools; operation of automated and operation of functional test units.
- Moves from one operation and/or product to another as schedule dictates.
- Inspects product using visual, automated, electronic and mechanical inspection procedures.
- Uses automated and non-automated diagnostic programs to perform electronic product testing and functional testing.
- Troubleshoots, highlights and communicates issues relating to routine and/or basic defects.
- Has foundation skills, is competent in a range of skills associated with their primary work area and possesses and actively uses coaching and some additional key skills outside of their primary work area.
KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/COMPETENCIES
- Must possess specific certifications as defined by site operations.
- General knowledge of product process flow.
- Knowledge of product quality and soldering specifications and quality improvement processes.
- Knowledge of manufacturing information systems.
- Ability to recognize problems in the operation process or with components and to highlight/communicate those problems to Team Leader.
- Ability to learn established quality and quantity requirements.
- Ability to manually assemble components and produce high quality products in defined time periods.
- Knowledge of electrical, electromechanical and pneumatic systems and principals of operation.
- Ability to analyze equipment and systems, make appropriate adjustments within area of defined job scope or highlight/communicate problems to Team Leader.
- Knowledge of personal computers and ability to learn and use applications specific to this area.
- Ability to maintain detailed, accurate and organized records.
- Ability to effectively communicate with a variety of internal customers.
- Basic manufacturing system knowledge.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
- Duties of this position are performed in a manufacturing environment with occasional to frequent exposure to elements such as noise, dust, chemicals, operating machinery, temperature extremes, etc.
- Duties of the position require periodic light physical effort and exertion including prolonged repetitive motions requiring manual dexterity and precise hand/eye coordination, sitting and or standing in confined workspaces, using tools and equipment, and moving and handling materials.
- Duties may require periodic heavy manual effort including lifting objects.
- Duties require extended periods of sustained visual concentration on detailed documentation and product assemblies.
- Above demands are carried out within the Company and statutory Health and Safety guidelines.
TYPICAL EXPERIENCE
Three to five years relevant experience.
TYPICAL EDUCATION
High school diploma and additional courses after high school, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Educational Requirements may vary by geography.
NOTES
This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities of the position. Employees are held accountable for all duties of the job. Job duties and the % of time identified for any function are subject to change at any time.
Celestica is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.
This policy applies to hiring, promotion, discharge, pay, fringe benefits, job training, classification, referral and other aspects of employment and also states that retaliation against a person who files a charge of discrimination, participates in a discrimination proceeding, or otherwise opposes an unlawful employment practice will not be tolerated. All information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
Celestica is an E-Verify employer.
COMPANY OVERVIEW
Celestica (NYSE, TSX: CLS) enables the world’s best brands. Through our recognized customer-centric approach, we partner with leading companies in Aerospace and Defense, Communications, Enterprise, HealthTech, Industrial, Capital Equipment and Energy to deliver solutions for their most complex challenges. As a leader in design, manufacturing, hardware platform and supply chain solutions, Celestica brings global expertise and insight at every stage of product development – from drawing board to full-scale production and after-market services for products from advanced medical devices, to highly engineered aviation systems, to next-generation hardware platform solutions for the Cloud. Headquartered in Toronto, with talented teams spanning 40+ locations in 13 countries across the Americas, Europe and Asia, we imagine, develop and deliver a better future with our customers.
Celestica would like to thank all applicants, however, only qualified applicants will be contacted.
Celestica does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies or fee based recruitment services.

INTRODUCTION
Job Title: Production Operator 3
Req ID: 134558
Hiring Manager: Omar Sow
Band: 03
Region: Americas
Country: USA
State/Province: Texas
City: Richardson
Shift: 1st
General Overview
Functional Area: OPS - Operations
Career Stream: PRD - Production
SAP Short Name: PD3
Job Code: PD3-OPS-PRD
Job Level: Band 03
Direct/Indirect Indicator: Direct
SUMMARY
Performs moderately complex tasks relating to the manufacture, assembly, repair or modification of products. Receives no instructions on routine work, general instructions on new assignments. Tasks are moderately complex in nature where judgment is required in resolving problems and making recommendations. Decisions/actions may cause a minor impact on the work unit operations or schedules. Works under general supervision. Situations not covered by standard processes, procedures and methods are referred to expert resource. May demonstrate work methods to new employees. Deals directly with immediate supervisor, co-workers and team members; engages in exchanges of factual information and provides some explanation; interactions with external contacts, if applicable, require exchanging factual information and providing some explanation.
DETAILED DESCRIPTION
Performs tasks such as, but not limited to, the following:
- Performs hand soldering; manual assembly; setup, operation, and basic maintenance of custom and standard semiautomatic and/or automated assembly equipment and tools; operation of automated and operation of functional test units.
- Moves from one operation and/or product to another as schedule dictates.
- Inspects product using visual, automated, electronic and mechanical inspection procedures.
- Uses automated and non-automated diagnostic programs to perform electronic product testing and functional testing.
- Troubleshoots, highlights and communicates issues relating to routine and/or basic defects.
- Has foundation skills, is competent in a range of skills associated with their primary work area and possesses and actively uses coaching and some additional key skills outside of their primary work area.
KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/COMPETENCIES
- Must possess specific certifications as defined by site operations.
- General knowledge of product process flow.
- Knowledge of product quality and soldering specifications and quality improvement processes.
- Knowledge of manufacturing information systems.
- Ability to recognize problems in the operation process or with components and to highlight/communicate those problems to Team Leader.
- Ability to learn established quality and quantity requirements.
- Ability to manually assemble components and produce high quality products in defined time periods.
- Knowledge of electrical, electromechanical and pneumatic systems and principals of operation.
- Ability to analyze equipment and systems, make appropriate adjustments within area of defined job scope or highlight/communicate problems to Team Leader.
- Knowledge of personal computers and ability to learn and use applications specific to this area.
- Ability to maintain detailed, accurate and organized records.
- Ability to effectively communicate with a variety of internal customers.
- Basic manufacturing system knowledge.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
- Duties of this position are performed in a manufacturing environment with occasional to frequent exposure to elements such as noise, dust, chemicals, operating machinery, temperature extremes, etc.
- Duties of the position require periodic light physical effort and exertion including prolonged repetitive motions requiring manual dexterity and precise hand/eye coordination, sitting and or standing in confined workspaces, using tools and equipment, and moving and handling materials.
- Duties may require periodic heavy manual effort including lifting objects.
- Duties require extended periods of sustained visual concentration on detailed documentation and product assemblies.
- Above demands are carried out within the Company and statutory Health and Safety guidelines.
TYPICAL EXPERIENCE
Three to five years relevant experience.
TYPICAL EDUCATION
High school diploma and additional courses after high school, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Educational Requirements may vary by geography.
NOTES
This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities of the position. Employees are held accountable for all duties of the job. Job duties and the % of time identified for any function are subject to change at any time.
Celestica is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.
This policy applies to hiring, promotion, discharge, pay, fringe benefits, job training, classification, referral and other aspects of employment and also states that retaliation against a person who files a charge of discrimination, participates in a discrimination proceeding, or otherwise opposes an unlawful employment practice will not be tolerated. All information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
Celestica is an E-Verify employer.
COMPANY OVERVIEW
Celestica (NYSE, TSX: CLS) enables the world’s best brands. Through our recognized customer-centric approach, we partner with leading companies in Aerospace and Defense, Communications, Enterprise, HealthTech, Industrial, Capital Equipment and Energy to deliver solutions for their most complex challenges. As a leader in design, manufacturing, hardware platform and supply chain solutions, Celestica brings global expertise and insight at every stage of product development – from drawing board to full-scale production and after-market services for products from advanced medical devices, to highly engineered aviation systems, to next-generation hardware platform solutions for the Cloud. Headquartered in Toronto, with talented teams spanning 40+ locations in 13 countries across the Americas, Europe and Asia, we imagine, develop and deliver a better future with our customers.
Celestica would like to thank all applicants, however, only qualified applicants will be contacted.
Celestica does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies or fee based recruitment services.
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Which electronics companies in Texas sponsor F-1 OPT visas?
Texas Instruments, Samsung Austin Semiconductor, Dell Technologies, NXP Semiconductors, and HP Inc. are among the Texas-based electronics employers with established patterns of hiring F-1 OPT workers. Smaller semiconductor design firms and defense electronics contractors in the Austin and Dallas-Fort Worth areas also frequently work with OPT candidates, particularly for engineering and technical roles.
Which Texas cities have the most electronics F-1 OPT sponsorship jobs?
Austin leads in semiconductor and hardware hiring, driven by Samsung's fabrication plant and Texas Instruments' major presence there. Dallas-Fort Worth is home to NXP Semiconductors, Raytheon, and a dense cluster of electronics and defense contractors. Houston has opportunities in energy-adjacent electronics and instrumentation. San Antonio is smaller but has growing aerospace and electronics manufacturing activity.
What types of electronics roles typically qualify for F-1 OPT sponsorship in Texas?
Roles in semiconductor process engineering, embedded systems development, PCB design, hardware verification, FPGA engineering, and RF engineering are common OPT-qualifying positions in Texas electronics companies. These are specialty occupation roles that align directly with electrical engineering or computer engineering degrees, which is the standard requirement for OPT employment in this industry.
How do I find electronics F-1 OPT sponsorship jobs in Texas?
Migrate Mate filters job listings specifically by visa type and industry, so you can search for electronics F-1 OPT sponsorship jobs in Texas without sorting through roles that won't work for your status. The platform focuses on employers actively open to sponsoring international students, which saves significant time compared to applying broadly and finding out late in the process that OPT isn't supported.
Are there any Texas-specific considerations for F-1 OPT in the electronics industry?
Texas has a significant defense electronics sector, and some roles at contractors like Raytheon or L3Harris require U.S. citizenship or security clearances, making them inaccessible on F-1 OPT. Outside of cleared positions, Texas imposes no state-level restrictions on OPT employment. Students on STEM OPT extensions should confirm their employer is enrolled in E-Verify, which is a federal requirement for the 24-month extension.
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