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Electrical Engineering Technician jobs fit CPT when the hands-on lab, testing, or circuit design work is written into your degree plan and authorized by your DSO before you start. Part-time CPT (under 20 hours weekly) keeps your full-time enrollment intact and protects your OPT eligibility after graduation.
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Get Access To All JobsAt Fluor, we are proud to design and build projects and careers. We are committed to fostering a welcoming and collaborative work environment that encourages big-picture thinking, brings out the best in our employees, and helps us develop innovative solutions that contribute to building a better world together. If this sounds like a culture you would like to work in, you’re invited to apply for this role.
Job Description
As a current accredited college student, the candidate is expected to develop specifications and perform calculations in support of a lead engineer in the field of electrical power engineering. Additional duties include review of project scopes of work, vendor documents, and to coordinate with other engineering disciplines. The purpose of this position is to plan and perform work requiring sound technical judgment in the evaluation, organization, and execution of electrical power scope under the direct supervision of a lead engineer. This role has the responsibility to support essential job duties and functions as listed below with the overall objective of developing project deliverables that are in compliance with the contract and ensure the safety, quality, and timeliness of the completed project. Performing assigned general duties of limited scope and level of responsibility, this position is designed to develop broader electrical engineering knowledge and experience.
- Develop simple or basic electrical design documents
- Acquire basic knowledge of Computer Aided Design (CAD) systems/procedures
- Acquire basic knowledge of Electrical power systems software (i.e. Hexagon Smart® Electrical, Electrical Transient and Analysis Program (ETAP), SKM, etc.)
Basic Job Requirements
- Ability to communicate effectively with audiences that include but are not limited to management, coworkers, clients, vendors, contractors, and visitors
- Job related technical knowledge necessary to complete the job
- Ability to learn and apply knowledge of applicable local, state/province, and federal/national statutes and guidelines
- Ability to attend to detail and work in a time-conscious and time-effective manner
- Meet expectations on attendance and punctuality
Other Job Requirements
Preferred Qualifications
- Working toward an accredited four (4) year degree or global equivalent in electrical engineering with electric power coursework and no required previous years of work-related experience
- Recognized professional certification or registration in the applicable field either as a Fundamentals of Engineering certification or full licensure as a third or fourth year student
- Analytical approach to problem solving and identifying potential solutions
- Technical writing skills
- Basic computer and software skills to include the use of word processing, e-mail, spreadsheet and electronic presentation programs
We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other criteria protected by governing law.
Benefits Statement: Fluor is proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to promote employee health, wellness, and financial security. Our offerings include medical, dental and vision plans, EAP, disability coverage, life insurance, AD&D, voluntary benefit plans, 401(k) with a company match, paid time off (personal, bereavement, sick, holidays) for salaried employees, paid sick leave per state requirement for craft employees, parental leave, and training and development courses.
Market Rate Statement: The market rate for the role is typically at the mid-point of the salary range; however, variations in final salary are determined by additional factors such as the candidate’s qualifications, relevant years of experience, geographic location, internal pay equity, and prevailing market conditions for the specific role.
Notice to Candidates: Background checks are carried out as part of any conditional offer made, including (but not limited to & role dependent) education, professional registration, employment, references, passport verifications and Global Watchlist screening.
To be Considered Candidates: Must be authorized to work in the country where the position is located.
Salary Range: $42,000.00 - $72,000.00
At Fluor, we are proud to design and build projects and careers. We are committed to fostering a welcoming and collaborative work environment that encourages big-picture thinking, brings out the best in our employees, and helps us develop innovative solutions that contribute to building a better world together. If this sounds like a culture you would like to work in, you’re invited to apply for this role.
Job Description
As a current accredited college student, the candidate is expected to develop specifications and perform calculations in support of a lead engineer in the field of electrical power engineering. Additional duties include review of project scopes of work, vendor documents, and to coordinate with other engineering disciplines. The purpose of this position is to plan and perform work requiring sound technical judgment in the evaluation, organization, and execution of electrical power scope under the direct supervision of a lead engineer. This role has the responsibility to support essential job duties and functions as listed below with the overall objective of developing project deliverables that are in compliance with the contract and ensure the safety, quality, and timeliness of the completed project. Performing assigned general duties of limited scope and level of responsibility, this position is designed to develop broader electrical engineering knowledge and experience.
- Develop simple or basic electrical design documents
- Acquire basic knowledge of Computer Aided Design (CAD) systems/procedures
- Acquire basic knowledge of Electrical power systems software (i.e. Hexagon Smart® Electrical, Electrical Transient and Analysis Program (ETAP), SKM, etc.)
Basic Job Requirements
- Ability to communicate effectively with audiences that include but are not limited to management, coworkers, clients, vendors, contractors, and visitors
- Job related technical knowledge necessary to complete the job
- Ability to learn and apply knowledge of applicable local, state/province, and federal/national statutes and guidelines
- Ability to attend to detail and work in a time-conscious and time-effective manner
- Meet expectations on attendance and punctuality
Other Job Requirements
Preferred Qualifications
- Working toward an accredited four (4) year degree or global equivalent in electrical engineering with electric power coursework and no required previous years of work-related experience
- Recognized professional certification or registration in the applicable field either as a Fundamentals of Engineering certification or full licensure as a third or fourth year student
- Analytical approach to problem solving and identifying potential solutions
- Technical writing skills
- Basic computer and software skills to include the use of word processing, e-mail, spreadsheet and electronic presentation programs
We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other criteria protected by governing law.
Benefits Statement: Fluor is proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to promote employee health, wellness, and financial security. Our offerings include medical, dental and vision plans, EAP, disability coverage, life insurance, AD&D, voluntary benefit plans, 401(k) with a company match, paid time off (personal, bereavement, sick, holidays) for salaried employees, paid sick leave per state requirement for craft employees, parental leave, and training and development courses.
Market Rate Statement: The market rate for the role is typically at the mid-point of the salary range; however, variations in final salary are determined by additional factors such as the candidate’s qualifications, relevant years of experience, geographic location, internal pay equity, and prevailing market conditions for the specific role.
Notice to Candidates: Background checks are carried out as part of any conditional offer made, including (but not limited to & role dependent) education, professional registration, employment, references, passport verifications and Global Watchlist screening.
To be Considered Candidates: Must be authorized to work in the country where the position is located.
Salary Range: $42,000.00 - $72,000.00
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Get Access To All JobsElectrical Engineering Technician CPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Does electrical engineering technician work qualify for CPT authorization?
Yes, if the work is an integral part of your enrolled curriculum and your DSO confirms it satisfies a required or elective course credit. Roles involving circuit testing, prototype assembly, lab instrumentation, or CAD support in an electrical or electronics engineering program typically qualify. Your academic advisor and DSO make the final determination based on your specific degree plan.
Can I work part-time as an electrical engineering technician on CPT while staying enrolled full-time?
Yes. Part-time CPT is defined as fewer than 20 hours per week and does not affect your full-time enrollment requirement or your future OPT eligibility. Full-time CPT, which is 20 or more hours per week for one year or more, eliminates your OPT eligibility entirely, so most F-1 students in engineering programs structure CPT as part-time whenever possible.
What does the offer letter need to say to get CPT authorized for this role?
Your DSO needs the offer letter to include your job title (Electrical Engineering Technician or equivalent), the employer's legal name and address, your start and anticipated end dates, hours per week, and a brief description of duties. The duties section is critical: it needs to map to your academic coursework, not just state a generic technician role. Missing any of these details typically delays authorization.
Will working as an electrical engineering technician on CPT help with future H-1B sponsorship?
Practical experience in a specialty occupation strengthens an H-1B visa petition, but the CPT itself doesn't create a sponsorship obligation. Employers who hire CPT students in technical roles and then convert them to full-time are common in engineering, but you need to confirm the employer's sponsorship policy before accepting. Use Migrate Mate to identify which companies have a track record of sponsoring engineers after internship or CPT placements.
What O*NET occupation code applies to electrical engineering technician roles on CPT?
Electrical and Electronics Engineering Technologists and Technicians fall under O*NET code 17-3023. Reviewing the O*NET profile for this code helps you confirm that your job duties match the occupation's defined tasks and that the role meets the DOL's criteria for a specialty occupation, which is relevant if you pursue H-1B sponsorship later. Your DSO may also reference this code when documenting CPT eligibility in your academic file.