OPT Field Engineer Jobs
Field Engineer jobs on OPT involve hands-on technical work at client sites, making STEM OPT extension eligibility common for graduates in engineering disciplines. Most roles require physical presence, so remote work arrangements that complicate OPT employer verification are rare. Confirm your employer is E-Verify enrolled before accepting an offer.
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Skanska is searching for a dynamic Field Engineer I. This is a great opportunity to start a career with a company that builds things that matter and values its team. We are proud to share our culture of diversity and inclusion.
The Field Engineer I has a degree in Engineering or Construction Management. He/she will be required to undertake a variety of construction disciplines such as Safety, Estimating, Project Management and Operations. The Field Engineer will be given responsibility and decision making authority. He / she will not be required to perform manual labor in this position but instead will be required to manage actively and independently those who do.
FIELD ENGINEER I QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor’s Degree – Construction or Engineering preferred or equivalent experience.
- Requires broad theoretical job knowledge typically obtained through advanced education.
FIELD ENGINEER I BENEFITS OF WORKING AT SKANSKA:
- Competitive Salary range (based on experience)
- Excellent Insurance Package
- 401k w/match and Excellent Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- An amazing culture focused on Diversity and Inclusion
Our work makes a clear contribution to society and the environment around us. Whether we are building schools to provide inspiring spaces for learning, roads to connect communities or hospitals to care for patients, it all contributes to our purpose – we build for a better society.
Skanska's values —Be Better Together, Act Ethically and Transparently, Commit to Customer and Care for Life—are deeply engrained in how we work, which is why our values support and drive our D&I efforts. We are on a D&I journey that is ongoing. It is a journey of continuous improvement—while we have come a long way, we still have more to go. Come work with us and join a winning team!
Apply Today for Immediate Consideration!:
Background Check Required
Skanska is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, citizenship, protected veteran status, or any other categories protected under applicable federal, state, and local laws.
Skanska Equal Employment Opportunity
Skanska uses knowledge & foresight to shape the way people live, work, and connect. More than 135 years in the making, we’re one of the world’s largest construction and project development companies. With operations in select markets throughout the Nordics, Europe, and the United States, global revenue totaled $15.9 billion in 2024.
Skanska in the U.S. operates 28 offices across the country, with its headquarters in New York City. In 2024, the U.S. construction sector generated $8.2 billion in revenue, and the U.S. development sector’s net investments in commercial projects totaled $224 million.
Together with our customers and the collective expertise of our 6,300 teammates in the U.S. and 26,300 globally, we create innovative and sustainable solutions that support healthy living beyond our lifetime.
LOCATION:
Primary Location: US-CA-Los Angeles
Primary Work Location/Assignment: Onsite
Skanska Business Unit: Skanska USA Civil
Employee Status: Full Time
Telecommute (Used for Career Site): false
COMPENSATION:
- Salary Low: USD $68,425.00/Yr.
- Salary High: USD $91,000.00/Yr.
JOB OVERVIEW:
Skanska is searching for a dynamic Field Engineer I. This is a great opportunity to start a career with a company that builds things that matter and values its team. We are proud to share our culture of diversity and inclusion.
The Field Engineer I has a degree in Engineering or Construction Management. He/she will be required to undertake a variety of construction disciplines such as Safety, Estimating, Project Management and Operations. The Field Engineer will be given responsibility and decision making authority. He / she will not be required to perform manual labor in this position but instead will be required to manage actively and independently those who do.
FIELD ENGINEER I QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor’s Degree – Construction or Engineering preferred or equivalent experience.
- Requires broad theoretical job knowledge typically obtained through advanced education.
FIELD ENGINEER I BENEFITS OF WORKING AT SKANSKA:
- Competitive Salary range (based on experience)
- Excellent Insurance Package
- 401k w/match and Excellent Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- An amazing culture focused on Diversity and Inclusion
Our work makes a clear contribution to society and the environment around us. Whether we are building schools to provide inspiring spaces for learning, roads to connect communities or hospitals to care for patients, it all contributes to our purpose – we build for a better society.
Skanska's values —Be Better Together, Act Ethically and Transparently, Commit to Customer and Care for Life—are deeply engrained in how we work, which is why our values support and drive our D&I efforts. We are on a D&I journey that is ongoing. It is a journey of continuous improvement—while we have come a long way, we still have more to go. Come work with us and join a winning team!
Apply Today for Immediate Consideration!:
Background Check Required
Skanska is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, citizenship, protected veteran status, or any other categories protected under applicable federal, state, and local laws.
Skanska Equal Employment Opportunity
Skanska uses knowledge & foresight to shape the way people live, work, and connect. More than 135 years in the making, we’re one of the world’s largest construction and project development companies. With operations in select markets throughout the Nordics, Europe, and the United States, global revenue totaled $15.9 billion in 2024.
Skanska in the U.S. operates 28 offices across the country, with its headquarters in New York City. In 2024, the U.S. construction sector generated $8.2 billion in revenue, and the U.S. development sector’s net investments in commercial projects totaled $224 million.
Together with our customers and the collective expertise of our 6,300 teammates in the U.S. and 26,300 globally, we create innovative and sustainable solutions that support healthy living beyond our lifetime.
LOCATION:
Primary Location: US-CA-Los Angeles
Primary Work Location/Assignment: Onsite
Skanska Business Unit: Skanska USA Civil
Employee Status: Full Time
Telecommute (Used for Career Site): false
COMPENSATION:
- Salary Low: USD $68,425.00/Yr.
- Salary High: USD $91,000.00/Yr.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship as a Field Engineer
Confirm E-Verify enrollment before accepting
STEM OPT extension requires your employer to be enrolled in E-Verify. Ask the recruiter directly before your final interview. Many field engineering contractors and subcontractors are not enrolled, which disqualifies them for STEM extensions.
Emphasize your engineering degree field
Field Engineer roles qualify for STEM OPT when your degree is in a STEM-designated field like civil, mechanical, or electrical engineering. Explicitly connect your degree to the role in your resume summary and cover letter to reduce authorization concerns.
Clarify your OPT timeline upfront
Be transparent about your current OPT end date and STEM extension eligibility early in the process. Employers who deploy engineers to multi-month field assignments need reliable timelines. Ambiguity about authorization length often causes offers to stall or disappear.
Target engineering firms with established sponsorship history
Large engineering, construction, and infrastructure firms sponsor H-1B visa and TN visas regularly. Prioritize companies with consistent hiring of international engineers over smaller contractors, who rarely have immigration infrastructure or experience managing OPT documentation requirements.
Address multi-site work and your authorized employer
Field Engineers often rotate across client sites. Your OPT authorization is tied to your direct employer, not the end client. Clarify this with your employer before starting. Staffing arrangements or third-party deployments can create compliance issues if not structured correctly.
Prepare a clear narrative around your field experience
Employers weigh visa sponsorship decisions against how replaceable a candidate is. Specific field experience, certifications like PMP or OSHA 30, and technical specializations make the sponsorship investment easier to justify. Generic engineering backgrounds are harder to advocate for internally.
Field Engineer OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Do Field Engineer jobs qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
Most Field Engineer roles qualify for the 24-month STEM OPT extension if your degree is in a STEM-designated field such as civil, mechanical, electrical, or industrial engineering. The role itself must also be directly related to your degree. Confirm both conditions with your DSO before applying for the extension, and verify that your employer is enrolled in E-Verify, which is required.
Can I work at multiple client sites as a Field Engineer on OPT?
Yes, but your OPT authorization is tied to your direct employer, not the job sites where you work. Rotating across client locations is common in field engineering and does not require separate authorization. What matters is that one qualifying employer holds your employment relationship. If you're placed by a staffing firm, confirm that firm, not the end client, is your employer of record and is E-Verify enrolled.
How do I find Field Engineer employers who sponsor OPT and H-1B?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for international students on OPT and filters jobs by employers with sponsorship history. Large engineering and infrastructure firms, including those in energy, telecommunications, and construction, tend to have established immigration programs. Searching on Migrate Mate lets you focus on companies that have hired OPT workers before, which significantly improves your chances of reaching an offer.
What happens to my OPT if my Field Engineer employer is acquired or restructures?
If your employer is acquired and you remain in the same role with substantially the same terms, your OPT authorization generally continues without interruption. However, if the legal employer entity changes, a new Form I-983 training plan may be required for STEM OPT students. Notify your DSO as soon as you learn of any corporate changes. Do not assume continuity without confirming the employer of record.
Is Field Engineer considered a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
Field Engineer roles generally qualify as specialty occupations for H-1B purposes when the position requires at least a bachelor's degree in a specific engineering discipline. The key factor is that the job duties must necessitate that specific degree, not just prefer it. Roles that accept any technical background regardless of field are weaker specialty occupation candidates. Your employer's attorney will assess this based on the actual job description.