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Controls Engineer CPT jobs put your automation, PLC programming, and instrumentation coursework directly into practice on the plant floor. CPT requires your DSO to authorize each position as integral to your degree program, so roles involving SCADA systems, HMI development, or control system commissioning are the strongest fits.
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Building on our past. Ready for the future
Worley is a global professional services company of energy, chemicals and resources experts. We partner with customers to deliver projects and create value over the life of their assets. We’re bridging two worlds, moving towards more sustainable energy sources, while helping to provide the energy, chemicals and resources needed now.
48,000 people. 49 countries. Over 120 office locations.
We’re not just engineers. We’re a global team of data scientists, consultants, construction workers and innovators all working to create a better tomorrow. Every day, we help customers in energy, chemicals and resources get one step closer to solving our planet’s toughest issues. Climate change. The energy transition. Digital transformation. And how we can deliver a more sustainable world.
Whatever your ambition, there’s a path for you here. And there’s no barrier to your potential career success. For more information, visit Worley.com
PURPOSE
As part of the Worley Co-op/Intern Community and under supervision and mentorship within the electrical/instrumentation design department, you will assist in the delivery of design services to Worley and our customers.
Responsibilities
- Deliver computer aided design concepts needed on site.
- Collaborate with electrical and instrumentation engineers for applicable designs and concepts.
WHAT YOU WILL BRING
Technical and Industry Experience
- May have Vocation Student/ Internship experience in an engineering environment.
- Technical and practical electrical and/or instrumentation engineering or design skills.
- Knowledge of the fundamental requirements of electrical and/or instrumentation design, and the basic requirements of other design fields.
- Developing skills in electrical and instrumentation design specific software.
- Some skills in the use of relevant software such as Microsoft Office.
EDUCATION – QUALIFICATIONS, ACCREDITATION, TRAINING
Required:
- A high school diploma.
- Work towards a degree or vocational certificate in electrical and/or instrumentation engineering or design.
WHAT WE OFFER YOU
Providing an agile culture and challenging work opportunities results in a positive work environment. Our people enjoy competitive compensation packages and a fun, personal, collaborative and safe working environment. We value equal employment opportunity and are committed to promoting fairness, equality and diversity.
Our policy is to conduct background checks for all candidates who accept an offer of employment with us. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
If you have the passion and talent to keep up, it's time to test the limits of what you can become. Find your future with Moving forward together.
We’re committed to building a diverse, inclusive and respectful workplace where everyone feels they belong, can bring themselves, and are heard. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to age, race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status or any other basis as protected by law.
We want our people to be energized and empowered to drive sustainable impact. So, our focus is on a values-inspired culture that unlocks brilliance through belonging, connection and innovation.
And we're not just talking about it; we're doing it. We're reskilling our people, leveraging transferable skills, and supporting the transition of our workforce to become experts in today's low carbon energy infrastructure and technology.
Whatever your ambition, there’s a path for you here. And there’s no barrier to your potential career success. Join us to broaden your horizons, explore diverse opportunities, and be part of delivering sustainable change.
INTRODUCTION
Building on our past. Ready for the future
Worley is a global professional services company of energy, chemicals and resources experts. We partner with customers to deliver projects and create value over the life of their assets. We’re bridging two worlds, moving towards more sustainable energy sources, while helping to provide the energy, chemicals and resources needed now.
48,000 people. 49 countries. Over 120 office locations.
We’re not just engineers. We’re a global team of data scientists, consultants, construction workers and innovators all working to create a better tomorrow. Every day, we help customers in energy, chemicals and resources get one step closer to solving our planet’s toughest issues. Climate change. The energy transition. Digital transformation. And how we can deliver a more sustainable world.
Whatever your ambition, there’s a path for you here. And there’s no barrier to your potential career success. For more information, visit Worley.com
PURPOSE
As part of the Worley Co-op/Intern Community and under supervision and mentorship within the electrical/instrumentation design department, you will assist in the delivery of design services to Worley and our customers.
Responsibilities
- Deliver computer aided design concepts needed on site.
- Collaborate with electrical and instrumentation engineers for applicable designs and concepts.
WHAT YOU WILL BRING
Technical and Industry Experience
- May have Vocation Student/ Internship experience in an engineering environment.
- Technical and practical electrical and/or instrumentation engineering or design skills.
- Knowledge of the fundamental requirements of electrical and/or instrumentation design, and the basic requirements of other design fields.
- Developing skills in electrical and instrumentation design specific software.
- Some skills in the use of relevant software such as Microsoft Office.
EDUCATION – QUALIFICATIONS, ACCREDITATION, TRAINING
Required:
- A high school diploma.
- Work towards a degree or vocational certificate in electrical and/or instrumentation engineering or design.
WHAT WE OFFER YOU
Providing an agile culture and challenging work opportunities results in a positive work environment. Our people enjoy competitive compensation packages and a fun, personal, collaborative and safe working environment. We value equal employment opportunity and are committed to promoting fairness, equality and diversity.
Our policy is to conduct background checks for all candidates who accept an offer of employment with us. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
If you have the passion and talent to keep up, it's time to test the limits of what you can become. Find your future with Moving forward together.
We’re committed to building a diverse, inclusive and respectful workplace where everyone feels they belong, can bring themselves, and are heard. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to age, race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status or any other basis as protected by law.
We want our people to be energized and empowered to drive sustainable impact. So, our focus is on a values-inspired culture that unlocks brilliance through belonging, connection and innovation.
And we're not just talking about it; we're doing it. We're reskilling our people, leveraging transferable skills, and supporting the transition of our workforce to become experts in today's low carbon energy infrastructure and technology.
Whatever your ambition, there’s a path for you here. And there’s no barrier to your potential career success. Join us to broaden your horizons, explore diverse opportunities, and be part of delivering sustainable change.
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Get Access To All JobsControls Engineer CPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Controls Engineer role qualify for CPT authorization?
Most Controls Engineer positions qualify if the work is directly tied to your degree program in electrical engineering, mechatronics, or a related field. Your DSO evaluates the job description against your enrolled coursework, not the job title itself. Roles involving PLC programming, SCADA configuration, or control system design are the strongest fits because they map clearly to engineering degree requirements.
Can I do part-time CPT as a Controls Engineer while finishing coursework?
Yes, and part-time CPT is often the safer choice if you're still completing degree requirements. Part-time CPT (under 20 hours per week) doesn't count against your OPT eligibility, while 12 or more months of full-time CPT eliminates your OPT entirely. Talk to your DSO about structuring CPT hours to protect your post-graduation work authorization options.
What documents does my employer need to hire me on CPT?
Your employer needs your I-20 with the CPT authorization endorsement showing the specific employer name, work address, and authorized dates. They'll also need your I-94 to confirm valid F-1 status. Some employers in manufacturing or defense also require E-Verify completion, which you'll complete as part of standard onboarding using your employment authorization documents.
How do I find Controls Engineer employers who are comfortable hiring CPT students?
Search for Controls Engineer roles on Migrate Mate, which surfaces employers with documented work authorization filing history. Employers in industrial automation, process manufacturing, and building systems are typically most familiar with CPT because they hire engineering students for co-op and internship programs regularly. Smaller automation integrators may have less experience with F-1 documentation, so come prepared to explain the process.
Does CPT employment as a Controls Engineer help with future H-1B sponsorship?
It can, particularly if your CPT employer later converts your role to full-time and files an H-1B visa petition on your behalf. Controls Engineering falls under specialty occupation, which is a core H-1B requirement, so your CPT experience in that role strengthens the employer's case. CPT itself doesn't create any H-1B advantage in the lottery, but demonstrated employer-employee history in the same specialty occupation can support the petition.