CPT Manufacturing Engineer Jobs
Manufacturing Engineer CPT jobs let F-1 students apply process design, quality systems, and production optimization directly on the shop floor. Your DSO must authorize CPT before your start date, and the role must tie to your enrolled engineering curriculum. Positions in aerospace, automotive, and industrial manufacturing regularly qualify.
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SIMTEC is a leading, U.S.-based Extraordinary Solutions provider exclusively focused on the customized, serial production of Liquid Silicone Rubber (LSR), LSR over-molded and 2-Shot (LSR/Thermoplastic) solutions, and Multi-Shot (LSR/Thermoplastic and Metal) injection molded components. As a technology driven company, since 2002, SIMTEC has been envisioning and manufacturing high precision, tight tolerance solutions for global innovative leaders in the automotive, life science, electronic, infant and personal care industries. SIMTEC Silicone Parts is ISO 9001, ISO 13485, and ISO/TS 16949 certified, as well as cGMP compliant. The company is a proud member of the RICO GROUP.
Position Summary
To successfully perform this job, the individual must be able to perform each essential job responsibility satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable an individual with disabilities to perform the essential job responsibilities. Job descriptions represent a general outline of job responsibilities and qualifications. They are not intended to be comprehensive in nature. In addition, jobs evolve over time and, therefore, their descriptions may not reflect the precise nature of the position at a given point of time.
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
This internship provides students with direct exposure to manufacturing operations, production support activities, work instruction development, safety initiatives, and training coordination within a dynamic LSR injection molding manufacturing environment.
ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Create and update production work instructions.
- Support safety initiatives and training documentation.
- Assist with production reporting and operational organization.
- Analyze production performance data to identify trends and improvement opportunities.
- Support KPI development, reporting, and performance tracking initiatives.
- Assist with operational performance reviews and continuous improvement projects.
- Collaborate with Production Leadership to evaluate productivity, quality, and efficiency metrics.
- Help develop safety and training matrices.
- Support manufacturing process improvements.
- Collaborate with supervisors and production personnel.
- Assist with operational efficiency initiatives.
- Participate in shop floor improvement projects.
- Identify non-conforming products or processes during inspections and ensure that proper containment actions are taken.
- Lead root cause analysis (RCA) for quality issues and implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) in collaboration with the production, engineering, and quality teams.
- Document non-conformance reports (NCRs), track quality issues, and provide feedback to relevant teams on trends and recurring problems.
LOCATION
Location: Simtec
SALARY
EOE STATEMENT
We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
This position is currently accepting applications.
ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION
SIMTEC is a leading, U.S.-based Extraordinary Solutions provider exclusively focused on the customized, serial production of Liquid Silicone Rubber (LSR), LSR over-molded and 2-Shot (LSR/Thermoplastic) solutions, and Multi-Shot (LSR/Thermoplastic and Metal) injection molded components. As a technology driven company, since 2002, SIMTEC has been envisioning and manufacturing high precision, tight tolerance solutions for global innovative leaders in the automotive, life science, electronic, infant and personal care industries. SIMTEC Silicone Parts is ISO 9001, ISO 13485, and ISO/TS 16949 certified, as well as cGMP compliant. The company is a proud member of the RICO GROUP.
Position Summary
To successfully perform this job, the individual must be able to perform each essential job responsibility satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable an individual with disabilities to perform the essential job responsibilities. Job descriptions represent a general outline of job responsibilities and qualifications. They are not intended to be comprehensive in nature. In addition, jobs evolve over time and, therefore, their descriptions may not reflect the precise nature of the position at a given point of time.
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
This internship provides students with direct exposure to manufacturing operations, production support activities, work instruction development, safety initiatives, and training coordination within a dynamic LSR injection molding manufacturing environment.
ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Create and update production work instructions.
- Support safety initiatives and training documentation.
- Assist with production reporting and operational organization.
- Analyze production performance data to identify trends and improvement opportunities.
- Support KPI development, reporting, and performance tracking initiatives.
- Assist with operational performance reviews and continuous improvement projects.
- Collaborate with Production Leadership to evaluate productivity, quality, and efficiency metrics.
- Help develop safety and training matrices.
- Support manufacturing process improvements.
- Collaborate with supervisors and production personnel.
- Assist with operational efficiency initiatives.
- Participate in shop floor improvement projects.
- Identify non-conforming products or processes during inspections and ensure that proper containment actions are taken.
- Lead root cause analysis (RCA) for quality issues and implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) in collaboration with the production, engineering, and quality teams.
- Document non-conformance reports (NCRs), track quality issues, and provide feedback to relevant teams on trends and recurring problems.
LOCATION
Location: Simtec
SALARY
EOE STATEMENT
We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
This position is currently accepting applications.
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Get Access To All JobsManufacturing Engineer CPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Manufacturing Engineer role qualify for CPT authorization?
Yes, if the duties directly relate to your enrolled engineering program. Roles involving process improvement, production line design, quality control systems, or lean manufacturing typically satisfy the curriculum integration requirement. Your DSO makes the final determination, so bring a job description that maps specific tasks to your current coursework when you request authorization.
Can I work full-time as a Manufacturing Engineer on CPT?
Full-time CPT is permitted, but 12 or more months of full-time CPT eliminates your OPT eligibility entirely. Part-time CPT of fewer than 20 hours per week does not count against that limit. Most students in co-op programs use full-time CPT for one or two semesters and should plan their post-graduation work authorization timeline with their DSO before accepting a full-time offer.
What documentation do I need to start a CPT manufacturing job?
You need a new or updated I-20 with the CPT authorization endorsed by your DSO, the employer's written offer letter, and a valid EAD or I-20 authorization page as your employment eligibility document for Form I-9. Your employer doesn't file anything with USCIS for CPT. The authorization exists entirely within your school's SEVIS record.
How do I find Manufacturing Engineer CPT jobs that already understand F-1 authorization?
Migrate Mate lets you search Manufacturing Engineer roles filtered by employers with documented work authorization experience. Targeting companies that have previously hired international students reduces the time you spend educating hiring managers about CPT and lowers the risk of an offer falling through over authorization confusion.
Does CPT as a Manufacturing Engineer affect my future H-1B sponsorship chances?
CPT itself has no effect on H-1B visa eligibility, but the employer does. Companies that sponsor CPT students are often more comfortable sponsoring OPT and H-1B petitions later. During your CPT role, document your contributions and express long-term interest early. Converting a CPT position into an OPT offer and eventually H-1B sponsorship is a common and well-established path for manufacturing engineers.