CPT Electrical Estimator Jobs

Electrical Estimator roles involve quantity takeoffs, bid preparation, and cost analysis work that connects directly to programs in electrical engineering, construction management, and applied science. CPT authorization requires your DSO to confirm the position is an integral part of your curriculum, so target roles where the job description maps to your current coursework.

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Overview

Open Jobs382+
Top Visa TypeF-1 CPT
Work Type96% On-site
Median Salary$36K
Top LocationHouston, TX
Most JobsCushman & Wakefield

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Hamilton Company
Electrical Engineering Intern
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Hamilton Company
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Electrical Engineering Intern
Hamilton Company
Reno, Nevada
Specialized Engineering
Electrical Engineering
Engineering (Non-Software)
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On-Site
High School

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Association of Universities for Research in Astronomy
Electrical Technician I or II
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Association of Universities for Research in Astronomy
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Electrical Technician I or II
Association of Universities for Research in Astronomy
Hawaii
Electrical Engineering
Specialized Engineering
Manufacturing Operations
Maintenance & Repair
$52,601/yr - $75,750/yr
On-Site
High School
1,001-5,000

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Westinghouse Electric Company, LLC
Shop Tech I, Electrical Test
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Westinghouse Electric Company, LLC
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Shop Tech I, Electrical Test
Westinghouse Electric Company, LLC
New Stanton, Pennsylvania
Electrical Engineering
Manufacturing Operations
Quality Control
$49,534/yr - $63,440/yr
On-Site
1+ yr exp.
High School
5,001-10,000

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Yochana
Project Engineer – Electrical Commissioning
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Yochana
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Project Engineer – Electrical Commissioning
Yochana
Abilene, Texas
Specialized Engineering
Electrical Engineering
Project & Program Management
Engineering (Non-Software)
Project Management
On-Site
1+ yr exp.
Bachelor's

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Burns & McDonnell
Assistant Electrical Engineer
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Burns & McDonnell
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Assistant Electrical Engineer
Burns & McDonnell
Kansas City, Missouri
Electrical Engineering
Specialized Engineering
Engineering (Non-Software)
On-Site
Bachelor's
5,001-10,000

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Electrical Estimator CPT: Frequently Asked Questions

Does Electrical Estimator work qualify for CPT authorization?

Yes, if your degree program in electrical engineering, construction management, or a related field includes coursework covering cost analysis, project bidding, or technical specification review. Your DSO will evaluate whether the specific tasks in the job description, such as quantity takeoffs or subcontractor bid coordination, are an integral part of your current curriculum rather than incidental work experience.

Can I do CPT part-time as an Electrical Estimator while taking classes?

Part-time CPT, defined as fewer than 20 hours per week, is allowed while you're enrolled full-time and doesn't affect your OPT eligibility. Full-time CPT during a semester requires your program to classify the work as a required curricular component. Twelve or more months of full-time CPT eliminates OPT eligibility entirely, so confirm your plans with your DSO before accepting a full-time offer.

What job description language should I look for when targeting CPT-eligible Electrical Estimator roles?

Look for postings that specify tasks tied to technical analysis: material quantity takeoffs, reading electrical drawings, labor cost modeling, or preparing bid packages using software like Accubid or Trimble. Roles framed around project administration or sales support are harder to map to an engineering or construction management curriculum and may face DSO pushback during CPT authorization review.

How do I find Electrical Estimator positions where employers are familiar with CPT?

Search Migrate Mate for electrical contracting and construction firms that have a history of hiring international students. Employers experienced with CPT understand the I-20 update requirement, the fixed authorization dates, and the need for a formal internship agreement, which avoids delays when you're ready to start.

Can an Electrical Estimator CPT position lead to H-1B sponsorship after graduation?

It can if the role qualifies as a specialty occupation under USCIS standards, which requires the position to normally require at least a bachelor's degree in a directly related field. Electrical Estimator roles tied to engineering analysis typically meet this standard. CPT employment doesn't count toward H-1B cap purposes, but it builds the employer relationship that often precedes an H-1B petition filing.

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