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Senior ML Engineer roles qualify for CPT when the work is directly tied to your graduate program in machine learning, AI, or a related field. Your DSO must authorize CPT before your start date, and the role must appear on your I-20 as an integral curriculum requirement, not optional work experience.
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Company Description
We are Olsson. We engineer and design solutions that improve the world around us. As a company, we promise to always be responsive, transparent, and focused on results – for our people, our clients, and our company. We’re a people-centric firm, so it’s no surprise our greatest asset is our people. The impact this creates is an environment that encourages our people to grow and be creative with their talents. This approach builds a culture that is uniquely Olsson. It allows us to grow our people as we grow our business. This, in turn, creates a lasting impact on the world around us.
Job Description
Imagine shaping the future of energy at a senior level. As part of Olsson’s Transmission and Distribution team, you’ll lead the design and delivery of high-voltage infrastructure that powers communities, supports renewable integration, and strengthens grid reliability. This Senior Engineer role is focused on PLS‑CADD‑based transmission and distribution line design. Candidates may come from a variety of engineering backgrounds commonly associated with power delivery, with expertise centered on line modeling, structure analysis, and constructible design. You’ll guide projects from concept through construction, mentor engineers and designers, and work directly with clients to deliver high-quality, defensible solutions.
Primary Responsibilities
- Lead the engineering and design of transmission and distribution line projects, with a strong emphasis on PLS‑CADD modeling and analysis.
- Develop and review transmission line layouts, structure loading, sag-tension calculations, and clearance analyses.
- Serve as a technical resource and mentor for engineers and designers, providing guidance, QA/QC, and design oversight.
- Coordinate with internal disciplines (substation, civil, environmental, right-of-way) to deliver integrated solutions.
- Interface directly with clients, utilities, and project stakeholders to define scope, schedule, and technical approach.
- Review and stamp engineering deliverables as appropriate.
- Participate in field visits, constructability reviews, and support during construction as needed.
- Contribute to process improvement, standards development, and best practices within the Transmission & Distribution group.
Qualifications
You are passionate about:
- Working collaboratively with others.
- Having ownership in the work you do.
- Using your talents to positively affect communities.
You Bring To The Team
- Strong communication skills.
- Ability to contribute and work well with a team.
- Excellent interpersonal and problem-solving skills.
- Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, civil engineering, or related field.
- 8+ years of progressive experience in transmission and/or distribution line engineering.
- Advanced proficiency in PLS CADD; experience with PLS POLE and PLS TOWER is strongly preferred.
- Demonstrated experience leading projects and performing detailed engineering calculations.
- Professional Engineer (PE) license.
- Experience working with utility clients and applicable industry standards.
Additional Information
Olsson specializes in engineering and design, client advisory services, planning, field services, and environmental. Improving the world has been our mindset from the very beginning, back when Olsson first opened for business in 1956. And it will be our mindset for years to come.
As An Olsson Employee, You Will
- Receive a competitive 401(k) match
- Be empowered to build your career with tailored development paths
- Have the possibility for flexible work arrangements
- Engage in work that has a positive impact on communities
- Participate in a wellness program promoting balanced lifestyles
In addition, full-time employees will receive our traditional benefits package (health care, vision, dental, paid time off, etc.) and the opportunity to participate in a bonus system that rewards performance.
Olsson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage qualified minority, female, veteran, and disabled candidates to apply and be considered for open positions. We do not discriminate against any applicant for employment or any employee because of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender, disability, age, military status, or other protected status. Olsson understands the importance of privacy and is committed to protecting job applicants’ personal information. Pursuant to the California Consumer Privacy Act, as amended by the California Privacy Rights Act (collectively, the “CCPA”), this notice explains Olsson’s practices regarding the collection, use, and disclosure of personal information for job applicants residing in California. Please read this Notice carefully to understand our privacy practices. For more information about the types of information we collect and how we use it in connection with your general access and use of our website, please review our general California Privacy Notice here.
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Does a Senior ML Engineer role qualify for CPT?
Yes, if the role directly relates to your graduate program's curriculum in machine learning, artificial intelligence, computer science, or a related field. Your DSO will evaluate the job description against your program requirements. Roles focused on model development, training infrastructure, or applied research are strong candidates. Purely operational or DevOps-heavy roles with minimal ML content may not qualify.
Can I do CPT as a Senior ML Engineer at a startup or research lab?
Yes, but confirm the employer is enrolled in E-Verify before you accept. Startups and academic research labs frequently skip this step. Your CPT authorization is only valid for the specific employer named on your I-20, so you can't switch employers mid-semester without your DSO issuing a new authorization and updating your I-20.
How does full-time CPT as a Senior ML Engineer affect my OPT?
Full-time CPT of 12 or more cumulative months eliminates your OPT eligibility entirely, including STEM OPT extension. Part-time CPT, regardless of duration, doesn't affect OPT. If you plan to use OPT after graduation, track your full-time CPT months carefully and coordinate with your DSO before accepting any full-time Senior ML Engineer position.
Where should I look for Senior ML Engineer CPT roles?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for F-1 students and filters roles by employers with documented visa sponsorship history. Because CPT requires an employer willing to accommodate your school's authorization timeline and paperwork, targeting companies already familiar with F-1 work authorization significantly reduces friction in the offer and onboarding process.
What documents does a Senior ML Engineer employer need from me for CPT?
You'll need your CPT-authorized I-20, your passport, and your I-94 arrival record. The employer uses these to complete Form I-9, which is the employment eligibility verification form. If the employer is enrolled in E-Verify, they'll also run your documents through that system. Keep a copy of your CPT-authorized I-20 on file throughout your employment in case your school or USCIS needs verification.
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