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Entegris

Electrical Engineer Co-Op

San Luis Obispo, CA · On-site

$20 - $30/hr

Electrical Engineering, Mechatronic Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, General Engineering ... TN, STEM OPT, etc.) now or in the future. At Entegris we are committed to providing equal ...

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Entegris

Electrical Engineer Co-Op

San Luis Obispo, CA · On-site

$20 - $30/hr

Electrical Engineering, Mechatronic Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, General Engineering ... TN, STEM OPT, etc.) now or in the future. At Entegris we are committed to providing equal ...

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Judge Group, Inc.

Electrical Engineer II

Oakland, CA · On-site

$125K - $135K/yr

This position will report to the Director, Computer and Electrical Engineering. The role is ... Reply STOP to opt out of receiving telephone calls and text messages from Judge and HELP for help.

Judge Group, Inc.

Electrical Test Engineer

Costa Mesa, CA · On-site

$60 - $70/hr

As a member of the Electrical Engineering Test team, you will collaborate with Design Engineering ... Reply STOP to opt out of receiving telephone calls and text messages from Judge and HELP for help.

Eaton

Electrical Applications Engineer

Elk Grove, CA · On-site

$108K - $158K/yr

Eaton's Electrical Engineering Services & Systems Division (EESS) is currently seeking a Electrical ... This means that Eaton will not support any CPT, OPT, or STEM OPT plans, F-1 to H-1B, H-1B cap ...

Eaton

Electrical Applications Engineer

Rocklin, CA · On-site

$108K - $158K/yr

Eaton's Electrical Engineering Services & Systems Division (EESS) is currently seeking a Electrical ... This means that Eaton will not support any CPT, OPT, or STEM OPT plans, F-1 to H-1B, H-1B cap ...

Eaton

Electrical Applications Engineer

Pleasanton, CA · On-site

$108K - $158K/yr

Eaton's Electrical Engineering Services & Systems Division (EESS) is currently seeking a Electrical ... This means that Eaton will not support any CPT, OPT, or STEM OPT plans, F-1 to H-1B, H-1B cap ...

Eaton

Electrical Applications Engineer

Sacramento, CA · On-site

$108K - $158K/yr

Eaton's Electrical Engineering Services & Systems Division (EESS) is currently seeking a Electrical ... This means that Eaton will not support any CPT, OPT, or STEM OPT plans, F-1 to H-1B, H-1B cap ...

Eaton

Electrical Applications Engineer

Folsom, CA · On-site

$108K - $158K/yr

Eaton's Electrical Engineering Services & Systems Division (EESS) is currently seeking a Electrical ... This means that Eaton will not support any CPT, OPT, or STEM OPT plans, F-1 to H-1B, H-1B cap ...

Eaton

Electrical Applications Engineer

West Sacramento, CA · On-site

$108K - $158K/yr

Eaton's Electrical Engineering Services & Systems Division (EESS) is currently seeking a Electrical ... This means that Eaton will not support any CPT, OPT, or STEM OPT plans, F-1 to H-1B, H-1B cap ...

Eaton

Electrical Applications Engineer

Rancho Cordova, CA · On-site

$108K - $158K/yr

Eaton's Electrical Engineering Services & Systems Division (EESS) is currently seeking a Electrical ... This means that Eaton will not support any CPT, OPT, or STEM OPT plans, F-1 to H-1B, H-1B cap ...

Eaton

Electrical Applications Engineer

El Dorado Hills, CA · On-site

$108K - $158K/yr

Eaton's Electrical Engineering Services & Systems Division (EESS) is currently seeking a Electrical ... This means that Eaton will not support any CPT, OPT, or STEM OPT plans, F-1 to H-1B, H-1B cap ...

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What is an electrical engineering OPT?

An Electrical Engineering OPT (Optional Practical Training) job is a temporary employment opportunity for international students on an F-1 visa who have completed or are pursuing a degree in electrical engineering in the U.S. This job allows students to gain practical work experience related to their field of study. OPT positions can be found in industries such as power systems, electronics, telecommunications, and automation. Typically, students are granted up to 12 months of OPT, with a possible 24-month extension for those in STEM fields. These roles help students build hands-on skills and improve their chances of securing long-term employment in the U.S.

What skills and qualifications are needed for an electrical engineering OPT?

To thrive as an Electrical Engineering Opt, you need a solid background in electrical engineering fundamentals, problem-solving abilities, and typically a relevant bachelor's degree or higher. Familiarity with industry-standard design software (such as AutoCAD or PSpice), circuit analysis tools, and applicable certifications like FE or PE are highly valuable. Strong communication, teamwork, and project management skills help you collaborate effectively and deliver results on time. These skills are essential for ensuring safe, efficient, and innovative electrical engineering solutions across diverse projects.

What career advancement opportunities are available for an electrical engineering OPT?

Electrical Engineering Opt professionals often start with hands-on technical roles in design, testing, or field engineering and can advance to positions such as Senior Engineer, Project Manager, or Technical Lead. Career growth may also include pursuing specialized certifications, managing larger projects, or moving into other areas like systems engineering or management. Many organizations encourage continuous learning and professional development through training, mentorship, and support for advanced degrees. As you gain experience, you’ll find opportunities to increase your responsibility, lead diverse teams, and contribute to innovative projects.

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Electrical Engineering Technician

Mountain View, CA • On-site

Kodiak
Construction • 51 - 200 employees
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$45 - $55/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Re-posted 17 days ago

Job description

Kodiak Robotics, Inc. was founded in 2018 and has become a leader in autonomous ground transportation committed to a safer and more efficient future for all. The company has developed an artificial intelligence (AI) powered technology stack purpose-built for commercial trucking and the public sector. The company delivers freight daily for its customers across the southern United States using its autonomous technology. In 2024, Kodiak became the first known company to publicly announce delivering a driverless semi-truck to a customer. Kodiak is also leveraging its commercial self-driving software to develop, test and deploy autonomous capabilities for the U.S. Department of Defense.
In this role, you will help build and test critical hardware products for Kodiak autonomous trucks. We're looking for someone to be hands-on with our products as well as an experienced technician who is able to support a diverse set of technical projects. An ideal candidate is someone who is local to the Bay Area and excited to collaborate with a diverse and dedicated team.
In this role, you will:
  • Be a core member on the Electrical Engineering team responsible for building high quality harness assemblies.
  • Perform incoming quality inspection for contract manufacturing harness builds
  • Organize and manage prototype test setups/fixtures
  • Perform testing on electrical components and assemblies
  • Perform soldering, mechanical assemblies, and subsystem builds
  • Manage BOMs and organize lab inventories
  • Maintain a clean, safe, and organized working environment throughout builds and engineering tests.

What you'll bring:
  • 5+ years of experience working in an R&D or development lab environment in close collaboration with engineering staff.
  • Experience with prototype builds, testing and operating test equipment
  • Experience reading and building harnesses from harness drawings
  • Comfortable using soldering iron, multimeter, and crimping tools. Experience with oscilloscopes would be nice to have.
  • Good interpersonal skills with ability to work effectively with other individuals in a team or project setting
  • You are self-motivated and able to work with little supervision, consistently take the initiative to get things done, do things before being asked by others.
  • Ability to consistently make timely decisions even in the face of complexity; balancing systematic analysis with decisiveness

What we offer:
  • Competitive compensation package including equity and biannual bonuses
  • Excellent Medical, Dental, and Vision plans through Kaiser Permanente, Anthem, and Guardian (including a medical plan with infertility benefits)
  • Our office is centrally located in Mountain View, CA
  • Office perks: dog-friendly, free catered lunch, a fully stocked kitchen, and free EV charging
  • Long Term Disability, Short Term Disability, Life Insurance
  • Wellbeing Benefits - Headspace, One Medical, Gympass, Spring Health
  • Fidelity 401(k)
  • Commuter, FSA, Dependent Care FSA, HSA
  • Various incentive programs (referral bonuses, patent bonuses, etc.)

The pay range listed below reflects the base salary in our SF/Silicon Valley location, across several internal levels. Actual starting pay will be based on job-related factors including: work location, experience, relevant training, education, skill level and performance during interview. Total compensation at Kodiak includes base pay, equity, bonus and a competitive benefits package
California Pay Range
$45-$55 USD
At Kodiak, we strive to build a diverse community working towards our common company goals in a safe and collaborative environment where harassment of any kind is strictly prohibited. Kodiak is committed to equal opportunity employment regardless of race, ethnicity, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, or veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable law.
In alignment with its business operations, Kodiak adheres to all relevant statutes, regulations, and administrative prerequisites. Accordingly, roles that carry more sensitive requirements may be limited to candidates that can satisfy additional scrutiny and eligibility for such positions may hinge on verification of a candidate's residence, U.S. person status, and/or citizenship status. Should the position require, and Kodiak determines that a candidate's residence, U.S. person status, and/or citizenship status necessitate an export license, bar the candidate from the position, or otherwise fall under national security-related restrictions, Kodiak will consider the candidate for alternative positions unaffected by such restrictions, under terms and conditions set forth at Kodiak's sole discretion, or, as an alternative, opt not to proceed with the candidate's application. If applicable, Kodiak may provide visa sponsorship for eligible candidates.
We use a third-party AI tool (Endorsed) to assist in the initial screening of applications. As part of the evaluation process, we provide Endorsed with job requirements and candidate-submitted applications. Final hiring decisions are made by our human recruitment team, and no automated system makes the ultimate decision regarding hiring. Certain features of the platform may qualify it as an Automated Employment Decision Tool (AEDT) under applicable regulations. We began using Endorsed on January 1, 2026. You can review the independent bias audit report covering our use of Endorsed [here](https://endorsed.com/local-law-144). By submitting your application, you acknowledge that your application may be processed by AI systems as part of the screening and selection process. If you have any questions or would like to request a separate review of your application, please contact careers@kodiak.ai with "Separate Review Request" in the email subject line.

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