OPT Industrial Technician Jobs
Industrial Technician roles on OPT typically fall under STEM-designated programs in engineering or applied technology, giving you up to 36 months of work authorization. Employers in manufacturing, energy, and automation regularly hire OPT candidates for hands-on technical roles. Your EAD card is your work authorization document, no additional employer filing is required to start.
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Founded in 1971 in Long Island City, Queens, LaGuardia Community College is one of seven community colleges of the City University of New York (CUNY). LaGuardia offers more than sixty associate degree programs and more than fifty workforce training, ESOL, GED, and pre-college programs. In 2023, LaGuardia served approximately 24,000 students. More than one-third of LaGuardia’s degree-seeking students are born outside the United States; they come from 136 countries and speak 43 heritage languages. Sixty percent are first-generation college students.
Virtually all LaGuardia students are ethnic minorities (89 percent), 58 percent are women, 27 percent are over the age of 25. Forty-six percent of associate degree students are Hispanic. Upon graduation, most students transfer to four-year colleges, typically in CUNY, to complete their baccalaureate degrees. Graduates of career programs such as Nursing, Computer Technology, and Veterinary Technology enter the workforce. LaGuardia ranked fifth among U.S. community colleges in economic mobility – moving low-income students into the middle class and beyond – in studies by Stanford University (2017) and the Brookings Institution (2020).
The Industrial Design Program at LaGuardia Community College is growing and seeks adjunct industrial design lecturers to support and maintain this growth in studio practices, workshop and modelmaking techniques, C.A.D, C.A.M and digital prototyping. This relatively new industrial design associate degree program is focused on teaching students' foundation industrial design technology skills that will help prepare them for entry into industrial design employment and/or transfer to senior colleges to continue their studies. We are looking for a broad range of design experiences across various lecturing positions for the design courses listed in our industrial design degree map. We are interested in industrial design lecturers who are focused on teaching students how to develop a human-centered design process, develop compelling product solutions and apply their technical and creative skills to build an exciting visual story about their ideas and designs. We currently have a great need for industrial design lecturers skilled in traditional and digital workshop practices, industrial design studio process and digital prototyping using Arduino and/or Raspberry Pi platforms and technologies.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
QUALIFICATIONS
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A minimum of a bachelor’s degree in the field of industrial design is required for this position. A graduate degree in industrial design is highly preferred.
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A minimum of 3 years of relevant professional experience in industrial design corporate environments, industrial design consulting environments or a combination of.
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A minimum of 1 year of university level teaching experience (full-time or aggregate adjunct teaching) in industrial design.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
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Experience and proficiency in freehand and digital sketching, craft modelmaking and product prototyping, 2D and 3D design software applications including Sketchbook Pro, Adobe CS, Rhino 3D, Solidworks, photorealistic rendering and animation.
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Thorough knowledge of materials & manufacturing processes used in the development, prototyping and production of consumer products.
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Familiarity and experience working with design and manufacturing equipment including 3D printers, laser cutters, C.N.C. routers, vacuum formers, table saws, lathes, sanders, drill press, power tools and all associated workshop equipment used for product prototyping and design development.
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Knowledge and experience of sustainable practices and environmental materials applications in the product development process.
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Experience in conducting and interpreting user research, consumer focus group research and business metrics into the product development process.
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A team player with excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to meet deadlines effectively.
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Interdisciplinary design education and experience.
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Knowledge of entrepreneurship and coaching start-up companies and business teams.
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First Aid and advanced safety workshop training.
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A successful track record of bringing products to market from the product research phase through retail sales.
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Experience working with culturally diverse populations.
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Knowledge of robotics, human factors and smart home technologies, Arduino or similar microcontroller software.
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Research methods in design thinking and application in the product development process.
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Ability to recognize and promote design as a tool for social, environmental and economic change towards improving the human condition.
COMPENSATION
- Adjunct Lecturer: $91.67/hr
CUNY offers faculty a competitive compensation and benefits package covering health insurance, pension and retirement benefits, paid parental leave, and savings programs. We also provide mentoring and support for research, scholarship, and publication as part of our commitment to ongoing faculty professional development.
HOW TO APPLY
Visit www.cuny.edu, access the employment page, log in or create a new user account, and search for this vacancy using the Job ID or Title. Select "Apply Now" and provide the requested information.
Candidates should provide a CV/resume and statement of scholarly interests.
CLOSING DATE
Open Until filled. Review of resumes will begin after December 1st, 2026.
JOB SEARCH CATEGORY
CUNY Job Posting: Faculty
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
CUNY encourages people with disabilities, minorities, veterans and women to apply. At CUNY, Italian Americans are also included among our protected groups. Applicants and employees will not be discriminated against on the basis of any legally protected category, including sexual orientation or gender identity. EEO/AA/Vet/Disability Employer.
Job ID: 33104
Location: LaGuardia Community College
Job Type: Part-Time
INTRODUCTION
Founded in 1971 in Long Island City, Queens, LaGuardia Community College is one of seven community colleges of the City University of New York (CUNY). LaGuardia offers more than sixty associate degree programs and more than fifty workforce training, ESOL, GED, and pre-college programs. In 2023, LaGuardia served approximately 24,000 students. More than one-third of LaGuardia’s degree-seeking students are born outside the United States; they come from 136 countries and speak 43 heritage languages. Sixty percent are first-generation college students.
Virtually all LaGuardia students are ethnic minorities (89 percent), 58 percent are women, 27 percent are over the age of 25. Forty-six percent of associate degree students are Hispanic. Upon graduation, most students transfer to four-year colleges, typically in CUNY, to complete their baccalaureate degrees. Graduates of career programs such as Nursing, Computer Technology, and Veterinary Technology enter the workforce. LaGuardia ranked fifth among U.S. community colleges in economic mobility – moving low-income students into the middle class and beyond – in studies by Stanford University (2017) and the Brookings Institution (2020).
The Industrial Design Program at LaGuardia Community College is growing and seeks adjunct industrial design lecturers to support and maintain this growth in studio practices, workshop and modelmaking techniques, C.A.D, C.A.M and digital prototyping. This relatively new industrial design associate degree program is focused on teaching students' foundation industrial design technology skills that will help prepare them for entry into industrial design employment and/or transfer to senior colleges to continue their studies. We are looking for a broad range of design experiences across various lecturing positions for the design courses listed in our industrial design degree map. We are interested in industrial design lecturers who are focused on teaching students how to develop a human-centered design process, develop compelling product solutions and apply their technical and creative skills to build an exciting visual story about their ideas and designs. We currently have a great need for industrial design lecturers skilled in traditional and digital workshop practices, industrial design studio process and digital prototyping using Arduino and/or Raspberry Pi platforms and technologies.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
QUALIFICATIONS
-
A minimum of a bachelor’s degree in the field of industrial design is required for this position. A graduate degree in industrial design is highly preferred.
-
A minimum of 3 years of relevant professional experience in industrial design corporate environments, industrial design consulting environments or a combination of.
-
A minimum of 1 year of university level teaching experience (full-time or aggregate adjunct teaching) in industrial design.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
-
Experience and proficiency in freehand and digital sketching, craft modelmaking and product prototyping, 2D and 3D design software applications including Sketchbook Pro, Adobe CS, Rhino 3D, Solidworks, photorealistic rendering and animation.
-
Thorough knowledge of materials & manufacturing processes used in the development, prototyping and production of consumer products.
-
Familiarity and experience working with design and manufacturing equipment including 3D printers, laser cutters, C.N.C. routers, vacuum formers, table saws, lathes, sanders, drill press, power tools and all associated workshop equipment used for product prototyping and design development.
-
Knowledge and experience of sustainable practices and environmental materials applications in the product development process.
-
Experience in conducting and interpreting user research, consumer focus group research and business metrics into the product development process.
-
A team player with excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to meet deadlines effectively.
-
Interdisciplinary design education and experience.
-
Knowledge of entrepreneurship and coaching start-up companies and business teams.
-
First Aid and advanced safety workshop training.
-
A successful track record of bringing products to market from the product research phase through retail sales.
-
Experience working with culturally diverse populations.
-
Knowledge of robotics, human factors and smart home technologies, Arduino or similar microcontroller software.
-
Research methods in design thinking and application in the product development process.
-
Ability to recognize and promote design as a tool for social, environmental and economic change towards improving the human condition.
COMPENSATION
- Adjunct Lecturer: $91.67/hr
CUNY offers faculty a competitive compensation and benefits package covering health insurance, pension and retirement benefits, paid parental leave, and savings programs. We also provide mentoring and support for research, scholarship, and publication as part of our commitment to ongoing faculty professional development.
HOW TO APPLY
Visit www.cuny.edu, access the employment page, log in or create a new user account, and search for this vacancy using the Job ID or Title. Select "Apply Now" and provide the requested information.
Candidates should provide a CV/resume and statement of scholarly interests.
CLOSING DATE
Open Until filled. Review of resumes will begin after December 1st, 2026.
JOB SEARCH CATEGORY
CUNY Job Posting: Faculty
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
CUNY encourages people with disabilities, minorities, veterans and women to apply. At CUNY, Italian Americans are also included among our protected groups. Applicants and employees will not be discriminated against on the basis of any legally protected category, including sexual orientation or gender identity. EEO/AA/Vet/Disability Employer.
Job ID: 33104
Location: LaGuardia Community College
Job Type: Part-Time
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship as an Industrial Technician
Target STEM OPT-eligible degree fields
Industrial Technician roles most often qualify under engineering technology or mechanical engineering CIP codes. Confirm your degree program is on the STEM OPT list before applying, so you can offer employers a full 36-month authorization window rather than just 12.
Apply to manufacturers with established OPT hiring
Large manufacturers and automation companies hire OPT students more consistently than small shops. Companies with existing international workforces and HR teams familiar with EAD cards move faster through onboarding and are less likely to withdraw offers over authorization questions.
Address your OPT timeline upfront in applications
State your OPT end date and STEM extension eligibility directly in your cover letter. Hiring managers in industrial roles often assume work authorization is more complicated than it is. Removing that uncertainty early keeps your application moving forward.
Highlight hands-on coursework and certifications
Industrial Technician roles are skills-focused. PLC programming, hydraulics, pneumatics, or electrical systems certifications carry real weight. List lab work, capstone projects, and any industry credentials alongside your degree to compete with candidates who have direct work experience.
Track your OPT reporting obligations during employment
While working as an Industrial Technician on OPT, report any employer or address changes to your DSO within 10 days. Gaps in reporting can jeopardize your STEM extension eligibility, so keep your SEVP portal records current throughout your authorization period.
Start your STEM extension application 90 days early
USCIS allows you to file your STEM OPT extension up to 90 days before your current EAD expires. Industrial roles often involve multi-month onboarding and training cycles, so uninterrupted authorization matters. Filing early protects you if USCIS processing runs longer than expected.
Industrial Technician OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Do Industrial Technician roles qualify for STEM OPT extension?
Most Industrial Technician positions qualify for the 24-month STEM OPT extension, provided your degree falls under an eligible CIP code in engineering technology, mechanical engineering, or a related applied science field. The role itself must also be directly related to your degree. Confirm the CIP code with your DSO before applying, since the degree program determines eligibility rather than the job title alone.
Do employers need to file any paperwork to hire me as an Industrial Technician on OPT?
For standard 12-month OPT, your employer does not file anything with USCIS. Your EAD card is sufficient work authorization. For the STEM OPT extension, your employer must be enrolled in E-Verify and sign a formal training plan with your school. Most mid-size and large manufacturers already participate in E-Verify, so this is rarely a barrier in industrial sectors.
How do I find Industrial Technician employers that are comfortable hiring OPT students?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for F-1 OPT and visa-status job seekers, so the Industrial Technician roles listed there are from employers already open to hiring candidates on work authorization. Searching on Migrate Mate filters out the friction of applying to companies unfamiliar with OPT, which is a practical time-saver when your authorization window is limited.
Can I work for a staffing agency or on a contract basis as an Industrial Technician on OPT?
Yes, contract and staffing agency placements are permitted on OPT as long as the work is directly related to your degree field. The staffing agency becomes your employer of record, so your EAD must list the correct authorization category. For STEM OPT, the end client where you physically work must be enrolled in E-Verify, not just the staffing agency.
What happens to my OPT if I get laid off from my Industrial Technician job?
F-1 students on OPT have a cumulative 90-day unemployment limit during the standard 12-month period, and an additional 60 days during the STEM extension. Losing your Industrial Technician job starts the clock on that unemployment window. Notify your DSO immediately and begin searching for a new qualifying position. Exceeding the limit terminates your OPT authorization regardless of EAD card expiration date.