CPT System Safety Engineer Jobs
System Safety Engineer roles span aerospace, defense, rail, and automotive sectors, all of which regularly hire F-1 students on CPT. Your DSO must authorize CPT before your start date, and the position must directly integrate with your engineering or systems safety coursework. Many programs require a formal learning agreement between your school and employer.
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Together, We Enhance Innovation and Growth i2G specializes in advanced physical electronic security and life safety solutions. I2G has proven experience in surveillance, access control, and intrusion detection systems, biometrics, fence sensors, radars, ground sensors, anti-drone technologies, and more. We excel in design, project management, commissioning, and enterprise technology integrations. i2G’s mission is to provide the products and services that meet our customers’ needs to give them a vital advantage in today’s market, helping to protect what matters most. This position will provide engineering design and support for security solutions for new and existing clients while working alongside internal teams, external teams, clients, and subcontractors to ensure project success. We are looking for a motivated and knowledgeable Jr. Security Engineer to join our team. The ideal candidate will have an understanding of standard Low voltage systems ideally in the Electronic Security technology space, to include Access Control Systems (ACS), Intrusion Detection Systems (IDS), Closed-Circuit Television (CCTV), and supporting equipment such as computer software/hardware, and networking infrastructure. This candidate will excel in critical thinking, have the ambition to learn and grow, and possess a strong desire to perform at the top of their abilities.
Responsibilities
- Review architectural, electrical, telecommunication, and security engineering floor plans, riser drawings, device schedules, and detail drawings.
- Design, develop, and implement solutions for system installations, upgrades, repairs, and conversions.
- Review Field Site Survey documentation and provide technical assistance with RFI/RFP responses.
- Create solution design documentation, including drawings, Bills of Materials (BOMs), permitting packages and solution design summaries.
- Learn and Maintain familiarity with current and emerging electronic security technologies, such as access control, video surveillance, intrusion detection, biometrics, and industry-leading vendors.
- On the job Training will be provided to increase skills in all key responsibilities listed above, including hands-on field work with installation and integration teams to better understand design and implementation requirements.
Qualifications
- Mechanical, Engineering, Plumbing Engineering degree or a minimum of 2 years of previous experience in the industry.
- An associate or bachelor’s degree in a relevant field if no previous experience, a comparable amount of experience in the appropriate field may be substituted.
- Experience in the design and planning of MEP systems.
- Ability to make load calculations associated with power, data, conduit fill ratios and/or HVAC systems.
- Ability to manage time and multiple tasks without supervision.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Exceptional presentation, writing, verbal, and written customer communication skills.
- Experience with computer programs such as Microsoft Office, Excel, Adobe, etc. is preferred. Knowledge of Microsoft Project, Visio, BlueBeam, AutoCAD, or Revit is a plus.
Company Overview
This is a Low Voltage Security Estimator career opportunity with i2G Systems. Learn more about i2G
Equal Opportunity Statement
We are an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, marital status, pregnancy or any other basis protected by applicable federal or state laws.
JuniorSecuritySystemsDesignEngineer
SecuritySystemDesign
AccessControlDesign
VideoSurveillanceDesign
IntrusionDetectionSystems
SecuritySystemsEngineering
SecuritySystemShopDrawings
SecuritySystemLayouts
SystemRiserDiagrams
EngineeringSpecifications
SecurityDesignDocumentation
SecurityProposalDesign
BidPreparation
SecuritySystemEstimation
SecuritySystemSubmittals
AutoCADSecurityDesign
RevitBIMSecurityDesign
SecuritySystemsIntegration
TechnicalSupportForSecurityDesign
SecuritySolutionsEngineering
PhysicalSecuritySystemDesign
Overview
Together, We Enhance Innovation and Growth i2G specializes in advanced physical electronic security and life safety solutions. I2G has proven experience in surveillance, access control, and intrusion detection systems, biometrics, fence sensors, radars, ground sensors, anti-drone technologies, and more. We excel in design, project management, commissioning, and enterprise technology integrations. i2G’s mission is to provide the products and services that meet our customers’ needs to give them a vital advantage in today’s market, helping to protect what matters most. This position will provide engineering design and support for security solutions for new and existing clients while working alongside internal teams, external teams, clients, and subcontractors to ensure project success. We are looking for a motivated and knowledgeable Jr. Security Engineer to join our team. The ideal candidate will have an understanding of standard Low voltage systems ideally in the Electronic Security technology space, to include Access Control Systems (ACS), Intrusion Detection Systems (IDS), Closed-Circuit Television (CCTV), and supporting equipment such as computer software/hardware, and networking infrastructure. This candidate will excel in critical thinking, have the ambition to learn and grow, and possess a strong desire to perform at the top of their abilities.
Responsibilities
- Review architectural, electrical, telecommunication, and security engineering floor plans, riser drawings, device schedules, and detail drawings.
- Design, develop, and implement solutions for system installations, upgrades, repairs, and conversions.
- Review Field Site Survey documentation and provide technical assistance with RFI/RFP responses.
- Create solution design documentation, including drawings, Bills of Materials (BOMs), permitting packages and solution design summaries.
- Learn and Maintain familiarity with current and emerging electronic security technologies, such as access control, video surveillance, intrusion detection, biometrics, and industry-leading vendors.
- On the job Training will be provided to increase skills in all key responsibilities listed above, including hands-on field work with installation and integration teams to better understand design and implementation requirements.
Qualifications
- Mechanical, Engineering, Plumbing Engineering degree or a minimum of 2 years of previous experience in the industry.
- An associate or bachelor’s degree in a relevant field if no previous experience, a comparable amount of experience in the appropriate field may be substituted.
- Experience in the design and planning of MEP systems.
- Ability to make load calculations associated with power, data, conduit fill ratios and/or HVAC systems.
- Ability to manage time and multiple tasks without supervision.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Exceptional presentation, writing, verbal, and written customer communication skills.
- Experience with computer programs such as Microsoft Office, Excel, Adobe, etc. is preferred. Knowledge of Microsoft Project, Visio, BlueBeam, AutoCAD, or Revit is a plus.
Company Overview
This is a Low Voltage Security Estimator career opportunity with i2G Systems. Learn more about i2G
Equal Opportunity Statement
We are an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, marital status, pregnancy or any other basis protected by applicable federal or state laws.
JuniorSecuritySystemsDesignEngineer
SecuritySystemDesign
AccessControlDesign
VideoSurveillanceDesign
IntrusionDetectionSystems
SecuritySystemsEngineering
SecuritySystemShopDrawings
SecuritySystemLayouts
SystemRiserDiagrams
EngineeringSpecifications
SecurityDesignDocumentation
SecurityProposalDesign
BidPreparation
SecuritySystemEstimation
SecuritySystemSubmittals
AutoCADSecurityDesign
RevitBIMSecurityDesign
SecuritySystemsIntegration
TechnicalSupportForSecurityDesign
SecuritySolutionsEngineering
PhysicalSecuritySystemDesign
System Safety Engineer CPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a System Safety Engineer role qualify for CPT authorization?
Yes, if the position directly integrates with your degree program's curriculum. Safety engineering work tied to coursework in systems engineering, reliability analysis, or hazard analysis typically qualifies. Your DSO makes the final determination based on your program requirements and your employer's job description, so get a detailed offer letter before submitting the CPT request.
Can I do CPT at a defense contractor if I'm an F-1 student?
Yes, but some roles require security clearances that aren't available to non-U.S. persons, including F-1 students. Focus on positions explicitly open to non-cleared candidates or those within unclassified program offices. Many large defense primes and their subcontractors structure CPT-eligible safety roles specifically around unclassified system safety documentation and analysis work.
How do I find System Safety Engineer employers who accept CPT students?
Migrate Mate lists System Safety Engineer roles filtered by employers with a track record of hiring F-1 students on work authorization. This is faster than cold outreach, since employers already familiar with CPT know how to handle I-20 verification, E-Verify enrollment, and the timing constraints around DSO authorization.
What happens if my CPT end date doesn't align with my project timeline?
Your DSO can issue a new or extended I-20 authorizing a subsequent CPT period, as long as the role remains curricular and you haven't yet graduated. Coordinate with your employer's HR team at least three weeks before your current CPT authorization expires. You cannot work beyond the end date on your I-20 without an updated authorization.
Does full-time CPT affect my OPT eligibility after graduation?
Yes. If you accumulate 12 months or more of full-time CPT, you lose your eligibility for OPT entirely. Part-time CPT, defined by USCIS as 20 hours or fewer per week, does not count against OPT eligibility regardless of duration. If you're weighing a full-time CPT offer against post-graduation OPT plans, factor this into your decision before accepting.
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