Control Systems Engineer Jobs for OPT Students
Control Systems Engineer jobs on OPT are well-suited for F-1 students with degrees in electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, or related fields. Many roles qualify as STEM OPT extensions, giving you up to 36 months of work authorization. Employers in manufacturing, aerospace, and automation regularly sponsor H-1B visas for this role.
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We at Chewy, are hiring for a Control Systems Engineer! Are you a person who has a passion for Automation & Engineering? Do you have a confirmed understanding of working with controls trouble shooting, conveyor systems and PLC Programming, we would like to speak to you!
Our Opportunity
We are is seeking passionate, self-starting, problem solving Controls Systems Engineer at our fulfillment center in Reno, NV. Our Controls System Engineer is the crossroads of where the technician meets the engineer. You must have extensive technical experience as an industrial technician focused on automation and controls troubleshooting matched with the ability to work under pressure during downtime situations. As an Engineer, the CSE will have the mindset of a master problem solver; able to see the bigger picture, not only the problem right now, but the probable conditions farther down the road. This will be a critical component to overall facilities leadership and our safety-driven culture. We believe there is excellence in all we do and accept nothing less! Our Chewy Fulfillment Center environment is a fast-paced, dynamic operations environment. Enjoy working with some of the newest automation systems and equipment in our network. You will work within a critical role in laying the groundwork for Automation & Engineering in the Chewy Fulfillment Network for years to come. Throughout the tenure as a Chewy CSE will develop new and valuable skills along with extensive experience in growing world of e-commerce fulfillment operations.
What You Will Do
- Analyze and address sophisticated automation equipment challenges to provide effective control system solutions to an assortment of new and existing automated process equipment while focusing on growing equipment reliability and operational performance of equipment such as conveyors, sortation systems, scanners, cameras, print and apply systems, and other devices and programs.
- Understand, maintain and address material handling control systems, including PLC controllers and industrial networks such as motor control systems, servo drives, variable frequency drives, and electrical distribution systems.
- Partner with FC Operations leadership, equipment vendors and parts suppliers to complete root cause analysis, formulate solutions, and coordinate solution implementation. Act as the technical consultant for Automation and Control projects inside the building.
- Observe MHE metrics and partner with maintenance/operations for system performance issues and provide analysis across all FC's.
- Act as first level issue support for the Facilities Techs/Leads, during and after business hours, solving locally and remotely and repair all hardware or controls software systems within the building.
- Appropriately increase downtime situations to vendors or Automation and Engineering Leadership for support to restore equipment operation.
- Train and mentor new technicians in operational procedures, including in the use of safety equipment and safety hazards as well as ensuring compliance with safety and organization policies including OSHA standards and 5-S.
What You Will Need
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in Computer Sciences, Electrical, Electronics or Mechanical Engineering, Engineering Technology, or other related engineering.
- Proven record within an industrial controls' environment which includes PLC programming, I/O, communication networks and AC, DC, single / three-phase.
- Experienced with Rockwell Automation Software, Allen-Bradley RS Logix PLC software.
- Confirmed understanding with Conveyors, Mechanical Systems and Sorter systems and have a detailed understanding of Process Flow of Fulfillment Centers.
- Must have knowledge demonstrating electrical knowledge of 24v AC/DC control circuits, digital multimeters and functions and experience with 120v power and control circuits, knowledge of 277v-480v power circuits and ability to wire-up and efficiently operate a 3-phase motor.
- Ability to read, understand and interpret electrical, pneumatic, and plumbing schematics, along with knowledge in mechanical and architectural drawings.
- Must be available for 24/7 for emergency situations.
What Separates You From The Pack
- Experience with electrical theory, Robotics, Controls components, automated equipment.
- Experience with networked VFDs (EtherNet, DeviceNet).
- Familiarity with AutoCAD or other Autodesk software to read electrical drawings and schematics.
The base salary range for this role is $75,500 - $113,000. The specific salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including but not limited to the candidate’s relevant experience, education, and work location. In addition, this position is eligible for 401k and a new hire and annual equity grant. C08+ positions may also be eligible for annual bonus.
We offer different types of insurance and benefits, such as medical/Rx, vision, dental, life, disability, hospital indemnity, critical illness, and accident. We offer parental leave, family services benefits, backup dependent care, flexible spending accounts, telemedicine, pet adoption reimbursement, employee assistance program, and many discounts including 10% off pet insurance and 20% off at Chewy.com. Exempt salary team members have unlimited PTO, subject to manager approval. Team members will receive six paid holidays per year. Team members may be eligible for paid sick and family leave in compliance with applicable state and local regulations.
Chewy is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ancestry, national origin, gender, citizenship, marital status, religion, age, disability, gender identity, results of genetic testing, veteran status, as well as any other legally-protected characteristic. If you have a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act or similar law, and you need an accommodation during the application process or to perform these job requirements, or if you need a religious accommodation, please contact CAAR@chewy.com. To access Chewy's California CPRA Job Applicant Privacy Policy, please click here.
Job Description
We at Chewy, are hiring for a Control Systems Engineer! Are you a person who has a passion for Automation & Engineering? Do you have a confirmed understanding of working with controls trouble shooting, conveyor systems and PLC Programming, we would like to speak to you!
Our Opportunity
We are is seeking passionate, self-starting, problem solving Controls Systems Engineer at our fulfillment center in Reno, NV. Our Controls System Engineer is the crossroads of where the technician meets the engineer. You must have extensive technical experience as an industrial technician focused on automation and controls troubleshooting matched with the ability to work under pressure during downtime situations. As an Engineer, the CSE will have the mindset of a master problem solver; able to see the bigger picture, not only the problem right now, but the probable conditions farther down the road. This will be a critical component to overall facilities leadership and our safety-driven culture. We believe there is excellence in all we do and accept nothing less! Our Chewy Fulfillment Center environment is a fast-paced, dynamic operations environment. Enjoy working with some of the newest automation systems and equipment in our network. You will work within a critical role in laying the groundwork for Automation & Engineering in the Chewy Fulfillment Network for years to come. Throughout the tenure as a Chewy CSE will develop new and valuable skills along with extensive experience in growing world of e-commerce fulfillment operations.
What You Will Do
- Analyze and address sophisticated automation equipment challenges to provide effective control system solutions to an assortment of new and existing automated process equipment while focusing on growing equipment reliability and operational performance of equipment such as conveyors, sortation systems, scanners, cameras, print and apply systems, and other devices and programs.
- Understand, maintain and address material handling control systems, including PLC controllers and industrial networks such as motor control systems, servo drives, variable frequency drives, and electrical distribution systems.
- Partner with FC Operations leadership, equipment vendors and parts suppliers to complete root cause analysis, formulate solutions, and coordinate solution implementation. Act as the technical consultant for Automation and Control projects inside the building.
- Observe MHE metrics and partner with maintenance/operations for system performance issues and provide analysis across all FC's.
- Act as first level issue support for the Facilities Techs/Leads, during and after business hours, solving locally and remotely and repair all hardware or controls software systems within the building.
- Appropriately increase downtime situations to vendors or Automation and Engineering Leadership for support to restore equipment operation.
- Train and mentor new technicians in operational procedures, including in the use of safety equipment and safety hazards as well as ensuring compliance with safety and organization policies including OSHA standards and 5-S.
What You Will Need
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in Computer Sciences, Electrical, Electronics or Mechanical Engineering, Engineering Technology, or other related engineering.
- Proven record within an industrial controls' environment which includes PLC programming, I/O, communication networks and AC, DC, single / three-phase.
- Experienced with Rockwell Automation Software, Allen-Bradley RS Logix PLC software.
- Confirmed understanding with Conveyors, Mechanical Systems and Sorter systems and have a detailed understanding of Process Flow of Fulfillment Centers.
- Must have knowledge demonstrating electrical knowledge of 24v AC/DC control circuits, digital multimeters and functions and experience with 120v power and control circuits, knowledge of 277v-480v power circuits and ability to wire-up and efficiently operate a 3-phase motor.
- Ability to read, understand and interpret electrical, pneumatic, and plumbing schematics, along with knowledge in mechanical and architectural drawings.
- Must be available for 24/7 for emergency situations.
What Separates You From The Pack
- Experience with electrical theory, Robotics, Controls components, automated equipment.
- Experience with networked VFDs (EtherNet, DeviceNet).
- Familiarity with AutoCAD or other Autodesk software to read electrical drawings and schematics.
The base salary range for this role is $75,500 - $113,000. The specific salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including but not limited to the candidate’s relevant experience, education, and work location. In addition, this position is eligible for 401k and a new hire and annual equity grant. C08+ positions may also be eligible for annual bonus.
We offer different types of insurance and benefits, such as medical/Rx, vision, dental, life, disability, hospital indemnity, critical illness, and accident. We offer parental leave, family services benefits, backup dependent care, flexible spending accounts, telemedicine, pet adoption reimbursement, employee assistance program, and many discounts including 10% off pet insurance and 20% off at Chewy.com. Exempt salary team members have unlimited PTO, subject to manager approval. Team members will receive six paid holidays per year. Team members may be eligible for paid sick and family leave in compliance with applicable state and local regulations.
Chewy is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ancestry, national origin, gender, citizenship, marital status, religion, age, disability, gender identity, results of genetic testing, veteran status, as well as any other legally-protected characteristic. If you have a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act or similar law, and you need an accommodation during the application process or to perform these job requirements, or if you need a religious accommodation, please contact CAAR@chewy.com. To access Chewy's California CPRA Job Applicant Privacy Policy, please click here.
How to Get Visa Sponsorship as a Control Systems Engineer
Frame your degree field precisely
Employers need to confirm your degree aligns with the role for OPT authorization. Electrical engineering, mechatronics, and control engineering are strong matches. If your degree is mechanical or computer engineering, highlight coursework in control theory, PLCs, or embedded systems explicitly.
Lead with your technical stack in applications
Hiring managers in controls scan for MATLAB, Simulink, LabVIEW, PLC programming, and SCADA experience. Listing these prominently signals you can contribute immediately, which reduces employer hesitation about the time and cost of sponsoring work authorization.
Pursue roles in aerospace, defense, and industrial automation
These industries file H-1B petitions for controls engineers at high rates. Defense contractors and aerospace manufacturers often have established immigration programs, making them more comfortable extending offers to OPT candidates who will eventually need H-1B sponsorship.
Highlight project experience with real systems
Employers value controls engineers who have worked on physical systems, not only simulations. Academic or internship projects involving motor control, robotics, or industrial automation hardware demonstrate hands-on competency that differentiates you from candidates with only theoretical backgrounds.
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Do Control Systems Engineer jobs qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
Most Control Systems Engineer roles qualify for the 24-month STEM OPT extension if your degree is in electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, computer engineering, or a related STEM field. Your DSO must confirm your degree's CIP code is on the STEM designated degree program list. If it qualifies, you get up to 36 months of total OPT work authorization.
How do I find Control Systems Engineer jobs that sponsor OPT and H-1B visas?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for F-1 OPT students and surfaces Control Systems Engineer roles from employers with a demonstrated history of visa sponsorship. Filtering by sponsorship-willing companies saves significant time compared to applying broadly and discovering late in the process that an employer does not sponsor work authorization.
Which industries hire Control Systems Engineers on OPT most consistently?
Aerospace, automotive, industrial automation, semiconductor manufacturing, and defense consistently hire controls engineers on OPT. Companies in these sectors file H-1B petitions for this role at high rates because the specialty occupation requirement is straightforward to establish with an engineering degree and relevant technical skills.
What does a Control Systems Engineer need to demonstrate for H-1B specialty occupation eligibility?
The role must require a bachelor's degree or higher in a specific technical field such as electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, or a closely related discipline. Control systems work typically satisfies this standard because it requires applying theoretical knowledge of feedback systems, signal processing, and embedded control that is directly tied to a qualifying engineering degree.
Can I work as a Control Systems Engineer on OPT while my employer files my H-1B petition?
Yes. If your employer files your H-1B petition before your OPT expires, you may be covered by cap-gap work authorization, which extends your ability to work through September 30 of that year while USCIS processes the petition. Your DSO can issue an updated I-20 reflecting the cap-gap extension once your employer files.
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