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Energy sector roles span utilities, renewables, oil and gas, and energy consulting, many of which qualify as STEM OPT extensions giving you up to 36 months of work authorization. Employers in this field regularly sponsor H-1B visas, making it one of the stronger long-term paths for F-1 students.
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At ENFRA, we blend a rich history with a forward-looking vision. With over 100 years of experience, we are a pillar of stability in the energy infrastructure industry and a leader in innovative energy solutions. Our commitment to leveraging emerging technologies ensures that we remain at the forefront of the Energy-as-a-Service sector.
We believe in growth—not just for our business, but for our people. Our team members have the opportunity to advance their careers in a supportive environment that values continuous learning and development. We embrace innovation and encourage creative problem solving to tackle the energy infrastructure and energy challenges of tomorrow.
Inclusion is at the heart of our culture. We strive to create a workplace where every voice is heard and valued, fostering a collaborative environment where diverse perspectives drive our success.
Join us to be part of a legacy of excellence and a future of groundbreaking advancements. At ENFRA, stability, innovation, and growth are more than just values—they are the pillars of our continued success.
Overview:
The MBCx Energy Analyst is responsible for monitoring based commissioning of building systems using fault detection and diagnostics (FDD) software. This role identifies operational faults in HVAC and building automation systems, diagnoses root causes using trend and historian data, and serves as a primary point of contact for assigned clients, communicating findings and corrective actions on an ongoing basis. The Analyst builds and maintains strong working relationships with facility and engineering staff at healthcare and education clients, ensuring issues are understood, prioritized, and resolved through continuous monitoring and data driven diagnostics.
Responsibilities:
- Monitor client buildings and systems through ENFRA Connect and other FDD tools on a recurring basis.
- Review flagged faults and rules output to identify operational issues affecting energy consumption, equipment performance, and comfort.
- Analyze trend data, historian data, and point level detail to diagnose root causes of mechanical, control, and sequence related faults.
- Investigate HVAC system performance including chillers, air handling units, VAV systems, and central plant equipment.
- Serve as the primary contact for assigned clients, building trust through consistent, clear, and timely communication.
- Conduct regular client meetings or calls to review open issues, explain root causes in accessible terms, and align on corrective priorities.
- Develop clear, actionable recommendations for correcting identified faults and present them to clients along with expected energy and reliability impact.
- Track fault resolution status and proactively follow up with clients and field technicians to confirm corrective action is completed.
- Manage client expectations around issue timelines, escalating unresolved or high impact faults internally and with the client as needed.
- Prepare and deliver periodic findings reports and dashboards summarizing discovered issues, savings opportunities, and resolution status for client stakeholders.
- Support rule customization and refinement within the FDD platform to improve fault detection accuracy for specific building types and equipment.
- Quantify and document energy and cost savings resulting from fault correction, and communicate results back to the client to reinforce program value.
- Collaborate with MBCx engineers and team leadership on complex diagnostic cases and client escalations.
- Maintain organized documentation of building systems, sequences of operation, and equipment inventories for assigned client portfolio.
- Support onboarding of new buildings or systems into the MBCx monitoring platform, including introducing the process and expectations to new client contacts.
- Uphold the company's owner advocacy philosophy, mission, and core values.
- Perform assigned duties with minimal supervision while working in a team problem solving environment.
QUALIFICATIONS
Required Education, Experience, and Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Math, Physics, or related field.
- Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and proficiency in other Microsoft applications.
- Analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Strong attention to detail.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills.
- Detail oriented and willing to tackle various ongoing projects in a fast paced environment.
- Well versed in the industry and the Company's competitors.
- Excellent multitasking skills, with the ability to perform duties outside of scope of work when necessary.
Preferred Education, Experience, and Qualifications
- Engineering Intern (EI) licensure.
- CEM, CMVP, CEP, CEA, EEP, or BEP certifications through the Association of Energy Engineers or equivalent.
- Experience with energy efficiency programs.
- Experience in analyzing utility data.
- Basic knowledge of commercial HVAC systems.
- Experience with data analytics tools such as Microsoft Power BI, Python, Tableau, Jupyter Notebook, or R.
TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS
- 5-10% of time will be spent traveling to job site(s)/office location.
PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES
- Climbing stairs.
- Remaining in a stationary position, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods.
- Repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers.
ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS
- Quiet environment.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
- Light work that includes adjusting and/or moving objects up to 20 pounds.
ENFRA is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities, Women, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities, and participates in the e-Verify program. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability, or any other classification protected by law.
About us:
At ENFRA, we blend a rich history with a forward-looking vision. With over 100 years of experience, we are a pillar of stability in the energy infrastructure industry and a leader in innovative energy solutions. Our commitment to leveraging emerging technologies ensures that we remain at the forefront of the Energy-as-a-Service sector.
We believe in growth—not just for our business, but for our people. Our team members have the opportunity to advance their careers in a supportive environment that values continuous learning and development. We embrace innovation and encourage creative problem solving to tackle the energy infrastructure and energy challenges of tomorrow.
Inclusion is at the heart of our culture. We strive to create a workplace where every voice is heard and valued, fostering a collaborative environment where diverse perspectives drive our success.
Join us to be part of a legacy of excellence and a future of groundbreaking advancements. At ENFRA, stability, innovation, and growth are more than just values—they are the pillars of our continued success.
Overview:
The MBCx Energy Analyst is responsible for monitoring based commissioning of building systems using fault detection and diagnostics (FDD) software. This role identifies operational faults in HVAC and building automation systems, diagnoses root causes using trend and historian data, and serves as a primary point of contact for assigned clients, communicating findings and corrective actions on an ongoing basis. The Analyst builds and maintains strong working relationships with facility and engineering staff at healthcare and education clients, ensuring issues are understood, prioritized, and resolved through continuous monitoring and data driven diagnostics.
Responsibilities:
- Monitor client buildings and systems through ENFRA Connect and other FDD tools on a recurring basis.
- Review flagged faults and rules output to identify operational issues affecting energy consumption, equipment performance, and comfort.
- Analyze trend data, historian data, and point level detail to diagnose root causes of mechanical, control, and sequence related faults.
- Investigate HVAC system performance including chillers, air handling units, VAV systems, and central plant equipment.
- Serve as the primary contact for assigned clients, building trust through consistent, clear, and timely communication.
- Conduct regular client meetings or calls to review open issues, explain root causes in accessible terms, and align on corrective priorities.
- Develop clear, actionable recommendations for correcting identified faults and present them to clients along with expected energy and reliability impact.
- Track fault resolution status and proactively follow up with clients and field technicians to confirm corrective action is completed.
- Manage client expectations around issue timelines, escalating unresolved or high impact faults internally and with the client as needed.
- Prepare and deliver periodic findings reports and dashboards summarizing discovered issues, savings opportunities, and resolution status for client stakeholders.
- Support rule customization and refinement within the FDD platform to improve fault detection accuracy for specific building types and equipment.
- Quantify and document energy and cost savings resulting from fault correction, and communicate results back to the client to reinforce program value.
- Collaborate with MBCx engineers and team leadership on complex diagnostic cases and client escalations.
- Maintain organized documentation of building systems, sequences of operation, and equipment inventories for assigned client portfolio.
- Support onboarding of new buildings or systems into the MBCx monitoring platform, including introducing the process and expectations to new client contacts.
- Uphold the company's owner advocacy philosophy, mission, and core values.
- Perform assigned duties with minimal supervision while working in a team problem solving environment.
QUALIFICATIONS
Required Education, Experience, and Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Math, Physics, or related field.
- Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and proficiency in other Microsoft applications.
- Analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Strong attention to detail.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills.
- Detail oriented and willing to tackle various ongoing projects in a fast paced environment.
- Well versed in the industry and the Company's competitors.
- Excellent multitasking skills, with the ability to perform duties outside of scope of work when necessary.
Preferred Education, Experience, and Qualifications
- Engineering Intern (EI) licensure.
- CEM, CMVP, CEP, CEA, EEP, or BEP certifications through the Association of Energy Engineers or equivalent.
- Experience with energy efficiency programs.
- Experience in analyzing utility data.
- Basic knowledge of commercial HVAC systems.
- Experience with data analytics tools such as Microsoft Power BI, Python, Tableau, Jupyter Notebook, or R.
TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS
- 5-10% of time will be spent traveling to job site(s)/office location.
PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES
- Climbing stairs.
- Remaining in a stationary position, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods.
- Repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers.
ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS
- Quiet environment.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
- Light work that includes adjusting and/or moving objects up to 20 pounds.
ENFRA is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities, Women, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities, and participates in the e-Verify program. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability, or any other classification protected by law.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship in Energy
Target utilities and renewable energy companies directly
Large utilities and solar or wind developers have established immigration programs and sponsor H-1B visas regularly. Applying directly to these employers, rather than staffing agencies, puts you in front of sponsors with existing infrastructure for OPT hires.
Confirm your role qualifies as STEM for the 24-month extension
Many energy roles, including power systems engineering, energy data analysis, and environmental modeling, fall under STEM-eligible CIP codes. Verify your specific job title with your DSO before accepting an offer to protect your extension eligibility.
File your STEM OPT extension 90 days before your initial OPT expires
USCIS recommends filing at least 90 days early. Approval often takes longer than expected. Filing late can create gaps in your work authorization that may require you to stop working temporarily, which most energy employers cannot accommodate.
Ask employers about their H-1B sponsorship track record early
During interviews, ask directly whether the company has sponsored H-1B visas for employees in your role. Energy firms that already have immigration counsel on retainer are far more likely to sponsor you through the lottery successfully.
Look for roles that justify specialty occupation status clearly
Petroleum engineers, grid analysts, and energy policy researchers have well-documented specialty occupation standing with USCIS. Roles with vague titles like 'energy associate' are harder to sponsor. Choose titles where the degree requirement for the job is explicit.
Document your training plan carefully on your STEM OPT I-983
Your employer must complete a formal training plan on Form I-983. Energy employers unfamiliar with OPT often submit vague plans. A detailed, specific plan listing learning goals and supervisor responsibilities reduces the risk of an RFE or denial.
Energy OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Do energy jobs qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
Many energy roles qualify, but it depends on your degree's CIP code, not just the job title. Degrees in electrical engineering, environmental science, petroleum engineering, and data science commonly support STEM OPT extensions. Your DSO at your university must confirm eligibility before you file. Roles in energy policy or business development may not qualify if your degree is outside a STEM field.
How common is H-1B sponsorship in the energy sector?
Sponsorship is relatively common among large energy companies, particularly in engineering, data analytics, and environmental compliance roles. Utilities, oil and gas majors, and renewable energy developers tend to have established immigration programs. Smaller firms and regional contractors sponsor far less frequently. You can browse energy roles from sponsorship-friendly employers on Migrate Mate, which filters specifically for OPT and visa-friendly positions.
Can I work for an energy staffing agency on OPT?
Working through a staffing agency on OPT is allowed, but it creates complications for your STEM OPT extension. USCIS requires that your employer of record, not the client site, sign your I-983 training plan and provide direct supervision. Many staffing arrangements make this difficult to document properly. If you pursue contract work, confirm the agency is willing to fulfill all DSO reporting and training plan requirements.
What energy job titles are easiest to get H-1B sponsored for?
Roles with clear degree requirements in a specific discipline are the most straightforward to sponsor. Electrical engineers, petroleum engineers, grid reliability analysts, and environmental engineers have well-established specialty occupation precedent with USCIS. Roles in project management or sales, even at energy companies, face more scrutiny because the degree requirement is harder to establish for those positions specifically.
How do I find energy employers that are open to hiring OPT students?
The challenge is that most general job listings do not disclose sponsorship willingness upfront, which wastes time in the application process. Migrate Mate is built specifically for F-1 OPT and visa-seeking candidates, so the energy roles listed there are from employers who have indicated openness to international candidates. Filtering by industry and work authorization type saves significant time compared to sorting through roles that require permanent authorization from day one.