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AI GPU Power Delivery Pathfinding Researcher
Intel Corporation · 🇺🇸 US, Oregon, Hillsboro
Sponsorship verdict
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One solid signal, not two — worth applying, and worth asking about sponsorship early.
- Employer is on a government sponsor recordThe US Department of Labor certified 1,731 H-1B/E-3 labor condition applications for this employer between Oct 2025 and Jun 2026 (latest Jun 2026) — the step every H-1B hire needs first. USCIS also records 1,112 H-1B approvals in FY2023. Source: LCA disclosure data (US Department of Labor (OFLC)).
- The posting doesn’t mention sponsorshipSilence isn’t a refusal — ask the recruiter before investing much time.
- No salary bar for this routeH-1B has no fixed salary bar: the employer must pay at least the prevailing wage for the role and area. Cap-subject employers enter a lottery weighted by wage level. Source: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2025/12/29/2025-23853/weighted-selection-process-for-registrants-and-petitioners-seeking-to-file-cap-subject-h-1b, rules effective 2026-02-27.
- What Intel Corporation paid sponsored hires in similar roles3 certified filings for “Security Researcher” (Information Security Analysts) in OR: $115k–$205k, median $154k. Most were filed at wage level II (33%) — 2 lottery entries, ≈31% projected selection odds for cap-subject employers. Source: US Department of Labor LCA disclosure data (Oct 2025 – Jun 2026).
- Confirmed live todayWhen a source last listed this job as open.
US H-1B: cap-subject employers enter a lottery weighted by wage level — Level I gets 1 entry, Level IV gets 4 (DHS projected selection odds ≈15% at Level I to ≈61% at Level IV). Universities and non-profit research employers are cap-exempt. The $100,000 fee for new petitions from abroad is currently blocked by a court order (appeal pending).
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The US Department of Labor certified 1,731 H-1B/E-3 labor condition applications for this employer between Oct 2025 and Jun 2026 (latest Jun 2026) — the step every H-1B hire needs first. USCIS also records 1,112 H-1B approvals in FY2023. Source: LCA disclosure data (US Department of Labor (OFLC)).
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About the role
Job Details: Job Description: Join us as a Circuits Research Engineer/Scientist and be at the forefront of innovation in analog, mixed-signal, and digital circuit technologies. In this role, you will play a critical part in driving the research and development of next-generation Power Delivery IPs that deliver industry-leading performance (efficiency, power density, bandwidth) in advanced process technology nodes. You will contribute to the creation of cutting-edge intellectual property (IP) and features that will shape the future of Intel's future AI and Datacenter Products, enabling higher Perf/Watt and overall value. Your work will directly influence Intel's product roadmap, collaborate across industry and academia, and position Intel as a leader in the semiconductor industry's future innovation. Key Responsibilities - Develop, implement, and execute scientific research projects focused on advancing analog, mixed-signal, and digital circuit techniques to develop innovative power delivery IPs - Design and enable new IPs and features to enhance Intel's product offerings. - Conduct circuit analysis and simulation and engage in design verification, testing, and debugging of fabricated circuits. - Research and propose innovative techniques to achieve superior form-factor, higher input voltage, higher efficiency, and ability to handle fast load transients. - Partner with engineering design teams to define product requirements and assess the feasibility of adopting new technologies. - Study industry trends, conduct competitive analyses of topologies, and develop proof-of-concepts or prototypes such as test chips. - Collaborate with academic institutions, industry partners, and internal technical teams to address complex challenges and find innovative solutions. - Disseminate research findings through scientific publications, patents, presentations, and outreach efforts to enhance Intel's reputation as a thought leader in circuit design and advanced technologies. Qualifications: Minimum Qualifications - PhD degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, with specialization in power delivery. - Proficiency in power delivery (Switched Capacitors, Inductor Buck, Linear, and Hybrid topologies) circuits with ability to perform detailed design, analysis, and simulation tools. - Strong expertise in analog electronics, semiconductor device physics, and electrical fundamentals. - Hands-on experience with circuit testing, signal and power integrity, and analog behavior modeling. Preferred Qualifications - Demonstrated ability to solve complex problems and develop innovative power delivery circuit techniques. - Strong communication and collaboration skills to effectively work across cross-functional teams and external partnerships. - Contributions to scientific publications, patents, or industry collaborations showcasing research leadership and innovation. If you are passionate about cutting-edge research and want to be part of a team that is shaping the future of technology, we encourage you to apply today and bring your expertise to Intel. Job Type: College Grad Shift: Shift 1 (United States of America) Primary Location: US, Oregon, Hillsboro Additional Locations: Posting Statement: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, religious creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, gender, gender expression, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by local law, regulation, or ordinance. Position of Trust N/A Benefits We offer a total compensation package that ranks among the best in the industr