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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JOB OVERVIEW
The Engineering Intern assists in the documentation, development, support, assembly, and design of new or updated jigs, fixtures, machines, and processes.
HIGHLIGHTS OF YOUR ROLE:
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DESIGN/CONCEPT DEVELOPMENT - Assist in or manage the design of fixtures, tooling, process, and equipment. Detail and annotate models and drawings to Marvin standards. Create electrical schematics/drawings to support internal builds and updates.
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PROJECT MANAGEMENT - Assist with management and planning for work with engineering or maintenance departments to ensure projects are meeting the budgetary and timeline constraints required.
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COMMUNICATION - Work with Design Engineers and Project managers to ensure designs and detailing meet the requirements of the project. Communicate equipment, jig, process, and product changes proactively. Communicate with vendors to quote and procure components and equipment.
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DOCUMENTATION - Maintain all necessary documentation for projects including but not limited to detailed mechanical and electrical schematics, control system logic, associated manufacturing/process literature, and budgets. Set up and maintain file structures within Inventor vault. Organize and update a CEG Standard Parts Library. Develop and sustain a folder structure that is user friendly and intuitive. Download and convert purchased parts to functional iParts within Vault.
YOU'RE A GOOD FIT IF YOU HAVE (OR IF YOU CAN):
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Are currently pursuing a degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or Mechanical Engineering.
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Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
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Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
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Basic knowledge of manufacturing processes and safety standards.
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Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
WE INVITE YOU TO SEE YOURSELF AT MARVIN:
From people to products, Marvin is committed to creating better ways of living. When you join this family-owned and -led window and door company, you belong to a community full of opportunities.
For more than a century, we’ve been at the forefront of designing, building, and engineering premium, award-winning products. Today, Marvin is also proud to have been named a Top Large Employer by Forbes Magazine two years in a row, in 2024 and 2025. With operations in 19 cities across North America, we manufacture Marvin’s quality products, including Infinity Replacement Windows and Doors, and TruStile Doors.
Together, we uphold our values and foster a culture where safety and the wellbeing of our people comes first. We take a better living approach with benefits to support you at work and beyond. From day one, you will enjoy health insurance, paid holidays, paid parental leave, a 401(k) retirement savings match and more!
SOME OF OUR UNIQUE AND MOST POPULAR BENEFITS INCLUDE:
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$300 annual wellbeing account to spend on what helps you feel happy + healthy
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Better Living Day! (a paid day off to go have some fun)
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Annual profit sharing – recognizing everyone’s contribution to Marvin’s success
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Giving at Marvin – participate in organized volunteer opportunities
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Brighter Days Fund – financial support from your colleagues and the Marvin family during personal hardships
Join the more than 8,000 Marvin team members to experience these benefits and more. Apply today!
MARVIN IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER:
Marvin is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable laws. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process may contact us at CareerSupport@marvin.com.
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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.