Top 10 Companies Hiring Manufacturing Engineers on OPT
The top 10 companies hiring Manufacturing Engineers on OPT include Jobot, Amazon.com, and WSP, spanning electronics and hardware, manufacturing, and staffing sectors. Migrate Mate is tracking 196 live OPT jobs across these employers as of October 22, 2026, updated daily. For F-1 students in engineering, these employers actively hire into roles that align with manufacturing and industrial degree programs, satisfying the field-of-study requirement central to OPT authorization.
Which companies hire the most Manufacturing Engineers on OPT?
Ranked by live OPT openings on Migrate Mate, updated daily
- 01
Jobot
StaffingTechnical RolesEngineeringJobot has 47 live OPT openings for manufacturing engineers, the most of any company on this list. Jobot is a technology-driven staffing firm placing professionals in engineering and technical roles.
Open roles by team
- Manufacturing & Industrial Engineering35
- Engineering (Non-Software)32
- Business Development28
- Manufacturing Operations25
- Recruiting & Talent Acquisition16
+36 roles across other teams
Open roles at Jobot47 openSee all 47+ Jobot OPT jobsApplyManufacturing Training SpecialistBeloit, Wisconsin · On-siteApplyElectronic Manufacturing EngineerRalston, Nebraska · On-siteApplyManufacturing EngineerPlymouth, Michigan · On-siteApplyManufacturing Quality EngineerPleasant Hill, Missouri · On-siteApplyManufacturing Planner / SchedulerSaugus, Massachusetts · On-site - 02
Amazon.com
OperationsHardwareManufacturingAmazon.com has 31 live OPT openings for manufacturing engineers. Amazon operates e-commerce, cloud computing, and global logistics and fulfillment infrastructure.
Open roles by team
- Engineering (Non-Software)46
- Mechanical Engineering23
- Project & Program Management20
- Manufacturing & Industrial Engineering16
- Manufacturing Operations15
+5 roles across other teams
Open roles at Amazon.com31 openSee all 31+ Amazon.com OPT jobsApplyManufacturing EngineerAustin, Texas · On-siteApplySupplier Manufacturing EngineerBellevue, Washington · On-siteApplySr. Manufacturing Test EngineerSalt Lake City, Utah · On-siteApplyManufacturing Manager IIWestborough, Massachusetts · On-siteApplySenior Inventory & Manufacturing PlannerNorth Reading, Massachusetts · On-site - 03
WSP
EngineeringInfrastructureConsultingWSP has 32 live OPT openings for manufacturing engineers. WSP is a global engineering and professional services firm working across transportation, environment, and infrastructure.
Open roles by team
- Engineering (Non-Software)60
- Mechanical Engineering32
- Manufacturing & Industrial Engineering2
- Consulting & Strategy2
Open roles at WSP32 openSee all 32+ WSP OPT jobsApplyEarly Career Mechanical EngineerHouston, Texas · On-siteApplyIntermediate Mechanical EngineerHouston, Texas · On-siteApplyMechanical EngineerRiverside, California · On-siteApplyAssociate Mechanical EngineerNew York, New York · On-siteApplyConsultant Mechanical EngineerTempe, Arizona · On-site Unlock every OPT job from these sponsors
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Katalyst Healthcares & Life Sciences
StaffingLife SciencesManufacturingKatalyst Healthcares & Life Sciences has 20 live OPT openings for manufacturing engineers. Katalyst Healthcares & Life Sciences provides staffing and consulting to pharmaceutical and medical device companies.
Open roles by team
- Manufacturing Operations30
- Manufacturing & Industrial Engineering16
- Engineering (Non-Software)12
- Compliance & Legal6
- Project & Program Management4
+5 roles across other teams
Open roles at Katalyst Healthcares & Life Sciences20 openSee all Katalyst Healthcares & Life Sciences OPT jobsApplyManufacturing EngineerPlano, Texas · On-siteApplyManufacturing Operator IPortsmouth, New Hampshire · On-siteApplySenior Manufacturing EngineerSan Diego, California · On-siteApplyManufacturing Quality EngineerLansing, Michigan · On-siteApplySr. Manufacturing EngineerCamarillo, California · On-site - 05
Burns & McDonnell
EngineeringConstructionIndustrialBurns & McDonnell has 3 live OPT openings for manufacturing engineers. Burns & McDonnell is an employee-owned engineering and construction firm serving energy and industrial clients.
Open roles by team
- Engineering (Non-Software)50
- Mechanical Engineering27
- Manufacturing & Industrial Engineering4
- Project & Program Management2
- Manufacturing Operations1
Open roles at Burns & McDonnell3 openSee all Burns & McDonnell OPT jobsApplyMechanical EngineerPalmdale, California · On-siteApplyStaff Mechanical EngineerMelbourne, Florida · On-siteApplySenior Mechanical EngineerOrlando, Florida · On-site - Editor’s note
How this list is ranked
These employers are ranked by how many roles open to OPT candidates they have live on Migrate Mate right now. OPT is your own work authorization rather than something the employer files, so the practical question is whether the role fits your field of study and whether the team has hired people on OPT before.
- 06
Applied Materials
SemiconductorElectronicsManufacturingApplied Materials has 16 live OPT openings for manufacturing engineers. Applied Materials supplies semiconductor fabrication equipment, services, and software to chipmakers worldwide.
Open roles by team
- Manufacturing & Industrial Engineering24
- Manufacturing Operations17
- Engineering (Non-Software)14
- Mechanical Engineering5
- Project & Program Management2
Open roles at Applied Materials16 openSee all Applied Materials OPT jobsApplyNPI Manufacturing Engineer IIIBenicia, California · On-siteApplyManufacturing EngineerAustin, Texas · On-siteApplyManufacturing Engineer IINewburyport, Massachusetts · On-siteApplyManufacturing Engineering ManagerAustin, Texas · On-siteApplyManufacturing Quality Engineer IIAustin, Texas · On-site - 07
Salas O'Brien
EngineeringConsultingIndustrialSalas O'Brien has 21 live OPT openings for manufacturing engineers. Salas O'Brien is an employee-owned engineering firm specializing in mechanical, electrical, and structural design.
Open roles by team
- Engineering (Non-Software)30
- Mechanical Engineering21
- Project & Program Management4
- Manufacturing & Industrial Engineering2
- Construction1
+2 roles across other teams
Open roles at Salas O'Brien21 openSee all Salas O'Brien OPT jobsApplyMid-Level Mechanical EngineerOrlando, Florida · On-siteApplyEntry-level Mechanical EngineerLakewood, Colorado · On-siteApplyMechanical EngineerNew York, New York · On-siteApplyEntry Level Mechanical EngineerNew York, New York · HybridApplyHVAC Mechanical EngineerTownship of Monroe, New Jersey · On-site See OPT jobs from all 10 sponsors and thousands more
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Jabil
Contract ManufacturingElectronicsHardwareJabil has 11 live OPT openings for manufacturing engineers. Jabil is a global manufacturing solutions provider serving healthcare, automotive, and electronics industries.
Open roles by team
- Manufacturing Operations20
- Manufacturing & Industrial Engineering12
- Project & Program Management4
- Maintenance & Repair4
- Engineering (Non-Software)4
+3 roles across other teams
Open roles at Jabil11 openSee all Jabil OPT jobsApplyManufacturing Engineer IIMemphis, Tennessee · On-siteApplyManufacturing Engineering Tech II - CNC ProgrammerElmira, New York · On-siteApplyManufacturing Engineering Technician IIByhalia, Mississippi · On-siteApplyManufacturing EngineerSalt Lake City, Utah · On-siteApplyManufacturing Engineer Technician IIByhalia, Mississippi · On-site - 09
HDR
EngineeringInfrastructureConsultingHDR has 2 live OPT openings for manufacturing engineers. HDR provides engineering, architecture, and environmental consulting services across infrastructure and industry.
Open roles by team
- Engineering (Non-Software)33
- Mechanical Engineering21
- Construction2
Open roles at HDR2 openSee all HDR OPT jobsApplyMechanical EngineerPhoenix, Arizona · On-siteApplyPower Mechanical EngineerFort Worth, Texas · On-site - 10
Schneider Electric
ElectronicsAutomationEnergySchneider Electric has 13 live OPT openings for manufacturing engineers. Schneider Electric designs energy management and industrial automation products and systems.
Open roles by team
- Manufacturing Operations16
- Manufacturing & Industrial Engineering9
- Engineering (Non-Software)8
- Project & Program Management6
- Mechanical Engineering4
+1 roles across other teams
Open roles at Schneider Electric13 openSee all Schneider Electric OPT jobsApplyManufacturing EngineerEl Paso, Texas · On-siteApplyManufacturing SupervisorEl Paso, Texas · On-siteApplyFabrication Manufacturing SupervisorMount Juliet, Tennessee · On-siteApplyManufacturing Quality EngineerMount Juliet, Tennessee · On-siteApplyMechanical - Electrical Design EngineerNew Haven, Connecticut · On-site
How OPT works
OPT is work authorization for F-1 students, not an employer-sponsored visa. The student applies through their school's international office (the DSO) and USCIS with Form I-765; the employer files nothing. The role must relate to the student's field of study. OPT gives up to 12 months of work authorization, with a 24-month STEM extension for eligible degrees.
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Find 1,300+ OPT jobs for manufacturing engineersOPT Employers for Manufacturing Engineers: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies sponsor the most OPT visas for Manufacturing Engineers?
Jobot has the most, with 47 live OPT jobs on Migrate Mate, followed by Amazon.com (31) and WSP (32). Across the 10 companies on this list, Migrate Mate is tracking 196 live OPT jobs, updated daily.
Who is eligible for OPT?
F-1 students who have been enrolled full-time for at least one academic year and are completing or have completed a degree in a STEM or engineering field are eligible to apply for OPT. Authorization is granted for up to 12 months and requires a job offer in a role directly related to the student's major field of study. Students apply through their Designated School Official and USCIS Form I-765, not through the employer.
Do manufacturing engineers qualify for F-1 OPT as a specialty occupation?
Yes. Manufacturing engineers typically hold a bachelor's degree in a specific field, which is exactly the specialty-occupation standard F-1 OPT is built around. What matters is that the employer classifies the role under a matching occupation code and that your degree lines up with it.
How do I get OPT through a top employer?
Start by requesting a new I-20 with an OPT recommendation from your Designated School Official before your program ends or graduation date. Once you have the updated I-20, submit Form I-765 to USCIS along with supporting documents. After USCIS approves your application and issues an Employment Authorization Document, you can accept a Manufacturing Engineer role with any employer whose work relates to your field of study. The employer does not file anything on your behalf.