Top 10 Companies Hiring Systems Engineers on OPT
The top 10 companies hiring Systems Engineers on OPT include Amazon.com, Apple, and Burns & McDonnell, spanning consulting and professional services, electronics and hardware, and related engineering sectors. Migrate Mate is tracking 512 live OPT jobs across these employers as of August 26, 2026, updated daily. For Systems Engineers on OPT, roles at these employers must relate directly to the student's field of study, and no employer filing is required, the student's work authorization is handled through their school's DSO and USCIS.
Which companies hire the most Systems Engineers on OPT?
Ranked by live OPT openings on Migrate Mate, updated daily
- 01
Amazon.com
Cloud ComputingTechnologySystems EngineeringAmazon.com has 124 live OPT openings for systems engineers, the most of any company on this list. Amazon builds e-commerce platforms, cloud computing infrastructure, and consumer technology products.
Open roles by team
- Engineering (Non-Software)164
- Project & Program Management82
- Electrical Engineering49
- Business Analysis38
- Mechanical Engineering32
+151 roles across other teams
Open roles at Amazon.com124 openSee all 124+ Amazon.com OPT jobsApplySystems Development Engineer IISeattle, Washington · On-siteApplyRobotics Systems EngineerLynnwood, Washington · On-siteApplyLead Water Systems EngineerAustin, Texas · On-siteApplyRobotics Systems Engineer IReading, Massachusetts · On-siteApplySystems Development EngineerTempe, Arizona · On-site - 02
Apple
HardwareConsumer ElectronicsSystems EngineeringApple has 87 live OPT openings for systems engineers. Apple designs and manufactures consumer electronics, software platforms, and semiconductor products.
Open roles by team
- Engineering (Non-Software)120
- Electrical Engineering45
- Data Science & Analytics23
- Cloud & DevOps21
- Mechanical Engineering21
+102 roles across other teams
Open roles at Apple87 openSee all 87+ Apple OPT jobsApplyBattery Management Systems - Electrical EngineerSan Diego, California · On-siteApplyMechanical Systems Design EngineerCupertino, California · On-siteApplySystems Quality Robotics Automation EngineerCupertino, California · On-siteApplyLab Systems EngineerSan Francisco Bay Area, California · On-siteApplyQuality Systems EngineerCupertino, California · Hybrid - 03
Burns & McDonnell
EngineeringEnergyConstructionBurns & McDonnell has 94 live OPT openings for systems engineers. Burns & McDonnell provides engineering, construction, and architecture services across energy and industrial sectors.
Open roles by team
- Engineering (Non-Software)160
- Electrical Engineering52
- Mechanical Engineering32
- Project & Program Management24
- Technical Program Management8
+18 roles across other teams
Open roles at Burns & McDonnell94 openSee all 94+ Burns & McDonnell OPT jobsApplyConsultant – Grid SystemsHouston, Texas · On-siteApplyGrid Systems Project ManagerHouston, Texas · On-siteApplyStaff Electrical EngineerFort Worth, Texas · On-siteApplyElectrical EngineerRoanoke, Virginia · On-siteApplyStaff Mechanical EngineerChicago, Illinois · On-site Unlock every OPT job from these sponsors
Find 3,500+ OPT jobs for systems engineers- 04
WSP
EngineeringConsultingInfrastructureWSP has 49 live OPT openings for systems engineers. WSP provides engineering and professional services for transportation, environment, and built environment projects.
Open roles by team
- Engineering (Non-Software)94
- Electrical Engineering28
- Mechanical Engineering21
- Manufacturing & Industrial Engineering8
- Project & Program Management2
Open roles at WSP49 openSee all 49+ WSP OPT jobsApplyElectrical EngineerBaltimore, Maryland · On-siteApplyMechanical EngineerTampa, Florida · On-siteApplyEarly Career Mechanical EngineerDallas, Texas · On-siteApplyAssociate Mechanical EngineerDallas, Texas · On-siteApplyEarly Career Electrical EngineerDallas, Texas · On-site - 05
HDR
EngineeringConsultingInfrastructureHDR has 58 live OPT openings for systems engineers. HDR delivers engineering, architecture, and consulting services for infrastructure and environmental projects.
Open roles by team
- Engineering (Non-Software)93
- Electrical Engineering31
- Mechanical Engineering26
- Project & Program Management11
- Construction2
+9 roles across other teams
Open roles at HDR58 openSee all 58+ HDR OPT jobsApplyControl Systems Designer/EITDenver, Colorado · On-siteApplySenior Financial Systems AnalystOmaha, Nebraska · On-siteApplyLV/Electrical Systems EIT/CoordinatorSaint Paul, Minnesota · On-siteApplyMechanical EngineerBoise, Idaho · On-siteApplyElectrical EngineerBoise, Idaho · 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
Jobot
StaffingConsultingProfessional ServicesJobot has 27 live OPT openings for systems engineers. Jobot is a technology-driven staffing and recruiting firm placing professionals across engineering and technical fields.
Open roles by team
- Engineering (Non-Software)36
- Project & Program Management13
- Mechanical Engineering12
- Electrical Engineering10
- Manufacturing & Industrial Engineering10
+22 roles across other teams
Open roles at Jobot27 openSee all Jobot OPT jobsApplySystems EngineerChesapeake, Virginia · On-siteApplyFinance Systems Business LeadFairview, Oregon · On-siteApplyBAS/HVAC Control Systems EngineerSan Jose, California · On-siteApplyTechnical Business Systems AnalystPasadena, California · On-siteApplyManufacturing ERP Systems AdministratorBeloit, Wisconsin · On-site - 07
NVIDIA
SemiconductorsHardwareComputingNVIDIA has 11 live OPT openings for systems engineers. NVIDIA designs graphics processing units, AI computing platforms, and accelerated computing hardware.
Open roles by team
- Technical Program Management11
- Cloud & DevOps10
- Solutions Architecture10
- Software Engineering6
- AI & Machine Learning5
+9 roles across other teams
Open roles at NVIDIA11 openSee all NVIDIA OPT jobsApplySystems Software EngineerSanta Clara, California · On-siteApplySenior AI-Native Systems Software EngineerSanta Clara, California · On-siteApplySystems Validation EngineerSanta Clara, California · On-siteApplyInfrastructure Solutions ArchitectSanta Clara, California · On-siteApplySolutions Architect, InfrastructureSeattle, Washington · On-site See OPT jobs from all 10 sponsors and thousands more
Find 3,500+ OPT jobs for systems engineers- 08
Salas O'Brien
EngineeringConsultingBuilding SystemsSalas O'Brien has 36 live OPT openings for systems engineers. Salas O'Brien provides mechanical, electrical, and technology engineering consulting for building and infrastructure projects.
Open roles by team
- Engineering (Non-Software)60
- Electrical Engineering19
- Mechanical Engineering17
- Project & Program Management8
- Construction1
+3 roles across other teams
Open roles at Salas O'Brien36 openSee all 36+ Salas O'Brien OPT jobsApplyTechnology & Low Voltage Systems DesignerVista, California · On-siteApplyMechanical EngineerNashville, Tennessee · On-siteApplyEntry-level Electrical EngineerSan Jose, California · On-siteApplyHVAC Mechanical EngineerTownship of Monroe, New Jersey · On-siteApplyElectrical Engineer IITownship of Monroe, New Jersey · On-site - 09
Affiliated Engineers, Inc.
EngineeringConsultingBuilding SystemsAffiliated Engineers, Inc. has 1 live OPT openings for systems engineers. Affiliated Engineers provides mechanical, electrical, and plumbing engineering consulting for complex facility projects.
Open roles by team
- Electrical Engineering13
Open roles at Affiliated Engineers, Inc.1 openSee all Affiliated Engineers, Inc. OPT jobsApplyElectrical Engineer IINashville, Tennessee · On-site - 10
Johnson Controls
Building SystemsControlsEngineeringJohnson Controls has 25 live OPT openings for systems engineers. Johnson Controls designs and manufactures building automation, HVAC, fire, and security systems.
Open roles by team
- Engineering (Non-Software)39
- Mechanical Engineering16
- Electrical Engineering14
- Project & Program Management12
- Customer Service & Support5
+20 roles across other teams
Open roles at Johnson Controls25 openSee all Johnson Controls OPT jobsApplyCtrls Systems Tech IIILynnfield, Massachusetts · On-siteApplyControls Systems Associate TechnicianSt. Louis, Missouri · On-siteApplyHVAC Controls Systems Team LeadIndianapolis, Indiana · On-siteApplyControl Systems EngineerSalem, Virginia · On-siteApplyHVAC Building Controls Systems EngineerWest Chester, Ohio · 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 3,500+ OPT jobs for systems engineersOPT Employers for Systems Engineers: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies sponsor the most OPT visas for Systems Engineers?
Amazon.com has the most, with 124 live OPT jobs on Migrate Mate, followed by Apple (87) and Burns & McDonnell (94). Across the 10 companies on this list, Migrate Mate is tracking 512 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 at a SEVP-certified school are eligible to apply for OPT. The work must be directly related to the student's major field of study. Standard post-completion OPT provides 12 months of work authorization. Students who graduated with a STEM degree from an accredited U.S. institution may apply for a 24-month STEM OPT extension, bringing the total to 36 months.
Do systems engineers qualify for F-1 OPT as a specialty occupation?
Yes. Systems 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?
OPT authorization is obtained through the student, not through the employer. The student first requests a new I-20 with an OPT recommendation from their Designated School Official. The student then files Form I-765 with USCIS to receive an Employment Authorization Document. Once the EAD arrives, the student presents it to the employer and can begin work on or after the authorized start date. The employer does not file any forms or take any action to enable OPT.