CPT Mechanical Engineering Jobs
Mechanical engineering CPT roles connect directly to core coursework in thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, materials science, and machine design, making authorization straightforward for most ME students. Internships and co-op positions at manufacturers, aerospace firms, and engineering consultancies are the most common CPT arrangements, and many programs actively integrate these placements into degree requirements.
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The buildings that make up the landscape of our daily lives seem like permanent fixtures, fastened to a time and place. But what if that didn’t have to be true? What if our built environment — where we live, learn, play, and conduct business — carried us forward instead? Our Buildings practice keeps people at its heart, recognizing that our shared journey forward is shaped by the meaningful and responsive places we design. From iconic designs to monumental groundbreakings, join us to bring transformational building solutions to life. Every day we apply our expertise, creativity, and passion to propel communities into the future—join us! At the Stantec Butler, Pennsylvania office, we primarily design and assist in construction of buildings for: hospitals, universities, high schools, lab buildings, and transportation hubs.
YOUR OPPORTUNITY
In this position as a Co-op Student, you will have the opportunity to work as part of a team of engineers and technologists on multiple projects for a range of public and private sector clients. This is a great opportunity for a motivated, energetic individual who wants to challenge their abilities in a dynamic work environment. The role of a Co-op Student is to perform a variety of selected tasks and assignments to continue to develop knowledge and skills within the HVAC disciplines. Assignments will require good technical understanding of the basics. Work performed will be under the direct supervision of a Senior Technician or Engineer. The co-op student will assist the HVAC design team in the daily design activities for various projects. These activities will include reviewing and understanding drawings, preparing design calculations, and drafting engineered mark-ups into Revit design program for various systems. These systems include domestic water, drainage, natural gas, compressed air, and medical gas systems; as well as mechanical calculations, computer assisted drafting, and code analysis. There will be opportunities to be on construction sites and attend field meetings with the design engineer to observe construction progress and complete field observations.
A student will have the opportunity to work closely with mechanical engineers on the design of HVAC systems for a variety of building types, including hospitals, laboratories, schools, office buildings and more. Tasks may include Co-ops will have an opportunity to work collaboratively with professional architects, interior designers, and all disciplines of MEP engineers to create and document full building designs. Students will also have the opportunity to accompany senior staff to construction sites and pre-design site visits. Students will be able to choose their preference on HVAC work, depending on workload and project needs throughout their co-op time at Stantec.
YOUR KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Prepare contract drawings, specifications, schedules, details and sketches from conceptual design through to construction
- Facilitate and ensure the quality of the project deliverables
- Follow production guidelines and project standards in the department drafting standards manual
- Providing CAD drafting and design assistance for a wide variety of projects, from report stage through design and construction administration
- Assisting in resolution of technical issues on construction sites
- You will be expected to support team operations and play an integral part in the promotion of our health and safety culture
- Coordinates with other professionals on assigned projects
YOUR CAPABILITIES AND CREDENTIALS
- Self-motivated individual with strong communication skills and experience using Excel and Revit
- Creative thinker with a strong interest in applied thermodynamics and construction
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
- Working toward a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Mechanical Engineering.
Typical office environment working with computers and remaining sedentary for long periods of time. Field work may include exposure to the elements including inclement weather.
This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.
Pay Transparency: In compliance with pay transparency laws, pay ranges are provided for positions in locations where required. Please note, the final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. At Stantec certain roles are bonus eligible. Actual compensation for part-time roles will be pro-rated based on the agreed number of working hours per week.
Benefits Summary: Regular full-time and part-time employees (working at least 20 hours per week) have access to medical, dental, and vision plans, a wellness program, health saving accounts, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) plan, employee stock purchase program, life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, short-term/long-term disability plans, emergency travel benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional membership fee coverage and paid family leave. Regular full-time and part-time employees will receive ten paid holidays in each calendar year. In addition, employees will be eligible to accrue vacation between 10 and 20 days per year and eligible for paid sick leave (and if more generous, in accordance with state and local law).
Temporary/casual employees have access to 401(k) plans, employee stock purchase program, and paid leave, in accordance with state and local law.
The benefits information listed above may not apply to union positions because benefits for such positions are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements.
LOCATION
Primary Location: United States | PA | Butler
ORGANIZATION: BC-1915 Buildings-US Northeast Engineering
EMPLOYEE STATUS: Regular
BUSINESS JUSTIFICATION: New Position
TRAVEL: No
SCHEDULE: Full time
JOB POSTING: 19/06/2026 08:06:49
REQ ID: 1006365
Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. At Stantec we are committed to ensuring our recruitment process is accessible to all. If you require reasonable adjustments to be made during the recruitment process then please inform a member of our Talent Acquisition team.
INTRODUCTION
The buildings that make up the landscape of our daily lives seem like permanent fixtures, fastened to a time and place. But what if that didn’t have to be true? What if our built environment — where we live, learn, play, and conduct business — carried us forward instead? Our Buildings practice keeps people at its heart, recognizing that our shared journey forward is shaped by the meaningful and responsive places we design. From iconic designs to monumental groundbreakings, join us to bring transformational building solutions to life. Every day we apply our expertise, creativity, and passion to propel communities into the future—join us! At the Stantec Butler, Pennsylvania office, we primarily design and assist in construction of buildings for: hospitals, universities, high schools, lab buildings, and transportation hubs.
YOUR OPPORTUNITY
In this position as a Co-op Student, you will have the opportunity to work as part of a team of engineers and technologists on multiple projects for a range of public and private sector clients. This is a great opportunity for a motivated, energetic individual who wants to challenge their abilities in a dynamic work environment. The role of a Co-op Student is to perform a variety of selected tasks and assignments to continue to develop knowledge and skills within the HVAC disciplines. Assignments will require good technical understanding of the basics. Work performed will be under the direct supervision of a Senior Technician or Engineer. The co-op student will assist the HVAC design team in the daily design activities for various projects. These activities will include reviewing and understanding drawings, preparing design calculations, and drafting engineered mark-ups into Revit design program for various systems. These systems include domestic water, drainage, natural gas, compressed air, and medical gas systems; as well as mechanical calculations, computer assisted drafting, and code analysis. There will be opportunities to be on construction sites and attend field meetings with the design engineer to observe construction progress and complete field observations.
A student will have the opportunity to work closely with mechanical engineers on the design of HVAC systems for a variety of building types, including hospitals, laboratories, schools, office buildings and more. Tasks may include Co-ops will have an opportunity to work collaboratively with professional architects, interior designers, and all disciplines of MEP engineers to create and document full building designs. Students will also have the opportunity to accompany senior staff to construction sites and pre-design site visits. Students will be able to choose their preference on HVAC work, depending on workload and project needs throughout their co-op time at Stantec.
YOUR KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Prepare contract drawings, specifications, schedules, details and sketches from conceptual design through to construction
- Facilitate and ensure the quality of the project deliverables
- Follow production guidelines and project standards in the department drafting standards manual
- Providing CAD drafting and design assistance for a wide variety of projects, from report stage through design and construction administration
- Assisting in resolution of technical issues on construction sites
- You will be expected to support team operations and play an integral part in the promotion of our health and safety culture
- Coordinates with other professionals on assigned projects
YOUR CAPABILITIES AND CREDENTIALS
- Self-motivated individual with strong communication skills and experience using Excel and Revit
- Creative thinker with a strong interest in applied thermodynamics and construction
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
- Working toward a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Mechanical Engineering.
Typical office environment working with computers and remaining sedentary for long periods of time. Field work may include exposure to the elements including inclement weather.
This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.
Pay Transparency: In compliance with pay transparency laws, pay ranges are provided for positions in locations where required. Please note, the final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. At Stantec certain roles are bonus eligible. Actual compensation for part-time roles will be pro-rated based on the agreed number of working hours per week.
Benefits Summary: Regular full-time and part-time employees (working at least 20 hours per week) have access to medical, dental, and vision plans, a wellness program, health saving accounts, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) plan, employee stock purchase program, life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, short-term/long-term disability plans, emergency travel benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional membership fee coverage and paid family leave. Regular full-time and part-time employees will receive ten paid holidays in each calendar year. In addition, employees will be eligible to accrue vacation between 10 and 20 days per year and eligible for paid sick leave (and if more generous, in accordance with state and local law).
Temporary/casual employees have access to 401(k) plans, employee stock purchase program, and paid leave, in accordance with state and local law.
The benefits information listed above may not apply to union positions because benefits for such positions are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements.
LOCATION
Primary Location: United States | PA | Butler
ORGANIZATION: BC-1915 Buildings-US Northeast Engineering
EMPLOYEE STATUS: Regular
BUSINESS JUSTIFICATION: New Position
TRAVEL: No
SCHEDULE: Full time
JOB POSTING: 19/06/2026 08:06:49
REQ ID: 1006365
Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. At Stantec we are committed to ensuring our recruitment process is accessible to all. If you require reasonable adjustments to be made during the recruitment process then please inform a member of our Talent Acquisition team.
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Get Access To All JobsMechanical Engineering CPT: Frequently Asked Questions
How does mechanical engineering coursework qualify for CPT?
CPT must be an integral part of your established curriculum, which mechanical engineering programs typically satisfy through required internship credits, co-op sequences, or capstone project work. Roles involving design, analysis, testing, or manufacturing directly map to core ME coursework. Your DSO will authorize CPT based on your program's documentation that the work experience connects to your degree requirements, so the strongest applications reference specific courses the job supports.
What types of mechanical engineering roles are typically approved for CPT?
Design engineering, product development, structural analysis, thermal systems, manufacturing process engineering, and quality assurance roles are the most commonly approved categories. Aerospace, automotive, energy, medical devices, and industrial equipment companies hire ME CPT students consistently. The clearer the connection between the job description and your coursework, the smoother the DSO authorization process. Roles that reference specific engineering software like SolidWorks, ANSYS, or MATLAB align especially well with most ME curricula.
Should I work part-time or full-time on CPT as a mechanical engineering student?
Part-time CPT, under 20 hours per week, is the default during active semesters and lets you maintain your course load without academic risk. Full-time CPT is available during summer and winter breaks when class conflicts are eliminated. The critical consideration is that 12 or more months of full-time CPT across your program makes you ineligible for OPT, so students who anticipate needing OPT post-graduation typically limit full-time arrangements to break periods only.
How do I get CPT authorized for a mechanical engineering internship?
Start by securing a written offer letter from the employer that describes your role, start date, end date, and hours per week. Bring that letter to your DSO along with confirmation of how the position connects to your current coursework or a required practicum. Most universities process CPT authorization within a few business days once documentation is complete. You cannot begin work until your new I-20 reflecting the CPT authorization is issued, so build in lead time before your intended start date.
Where can I find mechanical engineering CPT positions?
Migrate Mate is the most direct option for F-1 students because the job board is built specifically for students who need CPT-eligible roles, filtering out employers who are not open to this type of work authorization. Beyond the platform, your university's engineering career center and on-campus recruiting events are worth using in parallel, since many aerospace, automotive, and industrial manufacturers target specific school programs. Applying early matters in mechanical engineering because co-op and internship cycles at large manufacturers often close months before the position starts.