OPT Measurement Technician Jobs
Measurement Technician roles are a strong fit for OPT students with degrees in engineering technology, metrology, or manufacturing. Many employers sponsor H-1B visas for this position, and STEM OPT extensions apply if your degree qualifies. Hands-on calibration and quality control experience strengthens your application significantly.
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Responsible for the installation, maintenance, operation and accuracy of all natural gas and/or liquid measurement and control facilities.
Responsibilities:
- Install, inspect, test, adjust, maintain, operate, troubleshoot, repair, calibrate, and remove advanced measurement, control and regulation equipment, SCADA and quality equipment
- Detect measurement error and correct volumes as needed and provide supporting documentation
- Monitor gas and liquid product volumes through the measurement system, ensure all corrections are applied and proper qualities are applied
- Interpret and apply electrical and electronic schematics pertaining to EFM and measurement electronics
- Assess all facets of assigned facilities to ensure accurate measurement and maintaining the company lost and unaccounted for gas and product with a high degree of ownership within the established corporate goals
- Perform audits of custody transfer and control data when necessary
- Responsible for the general upkeep and maintenance of all facilities and equipment as needed
- Oversee the construction and/or maintenance activities performed by third parties
- Identify, report, and correct safety and environmental concerns
- Complete appropriate documentation and paperwork
- Perform all work in compliance with Company standards, procedures, and regulatory and tariff requirements
- Demonstrate performance toward operational excellence
- Regular and predictable attendance
- Job level commensurate with experience and skill set
- Other duties as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS
Education: Associates degree in a technical field, or equivalent experience
Required Qualifications:
- Basic computer skills of MS Office, operating systems, company software
- Basic math skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, fractions, decimals)
- Working knowledge of the National Electric Codes
- Knowledge and experience in safe handling practices of flammable gases, liquids and high pressure systems
- Knowledge with electronic test instruments
- Knowledge of gas and liquid chromatography
- Knowledge of mechanical, pneumatic, and electronic equipment used in gas and liquid product measurement and control
- Knowledge of AGA, API, and GPA measurement standards
- Possess a valid driver's license and meet company insurability requirements
- May be required to possess a commercial driver’s license, drive a company commercial vehicle and comply with all commercial vehicle regulations
- May be required to achieve and maintain certifications as required to perform job duties
- Required to successfully complete a background check and drug screening prior to being hired
- Ability to effectively organize, plan, prioritize, document, and complete work with minimum supervision
- Adequate analytical and troubleshooting skills
- Good verbal and written communication skills
- Customer focus
- Ability to work with a team, take direction from supervisors, keep required work schedules, focus attention on details, and follow work rules
- Ability to speak and understand English
- Ability to work with others, take direction from supervisor(s), focus attention on details, and follow work rules
WORKING CONDITIONS:
- Must be able to withstand extreme weather conditions
- Ability to use hand tools and equipment, repetitive hand use such as simple grasp and twisting motion included
- Physical ability to lift as much as 75lbs, bend/stoop, kneel and climb stairs/ladders with or without accommodation
- May work in low-lit areas
- Must be able to withstand extreme weather conditions
- Must be able to frequently enter confined spaces, climb to and work from elevated platforms, ladders, and walkways, etc.
- Depending upon the location and workload, travel will be required
- Available for shift work when applicable
Why Join Kinder Morgan:
Kinder Morgan is a large energy infrastructure company operating in North America. Access to reliable, affordable energy is a critical component for improving lives around the world. We are committed to providing energy transportation and storage services in a safe, efficient, and environmentally responsible manner for the benefit of the people, communities, and businesses we serve.
Kinder Morgan provides equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, gender (including gender identity and expression), sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, marital status, military or veteran status, family status, status as an individual authorized to work in the U.S., or any other status protected by law.
Overview:
Responsible for the installation, maintenance, operation and accuracy of all natural gas and/or liquid measurement and control facilities.
Responsibilities:
- Install, inspect, test, adjust, maintain, operate, troubleshoot, repair, calibrate, and remove advanced measurement, control and regulation equipment, SCADA and quality equipment
- Detect measurement error and correct volumes as needed and provide supporting documentation
- Monitor gas and liquid product volumes through the measurement system, ensure all corrections are applied and proper qualities are applied
- Interpret and apply electrical and electronic schematics pertaining to EFM and measurement electronics
- Assess all facets of assigned facilities to ensure accurate measurement and maintaining the company lost and unaccounted for gas and product with a high degree of ownership within the established corporate goals
- Perform audits of custody transfer and control data when necessary
- Responsible for the general upkeep and maintenance of all facilities and equipment as needed
- Oversee the construction and/or maintenance activities performed by third parties
- Identify, report, and correct safety and environmental concerns
- Complete appropriate documentation and paperwork
- Perform all work in compliance with Company standards, procedures, and regulatory and tariff requirements
- Demonstrate performance toward operational excellence
- Regular and predictable attendance
- Job level commensurate with experience and skill set
- Other duties as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS
Education: Associates degree in a technical field, or equivalent experience
Required Qualifications:
- Basic computer skills of MS Office, operating systems, company software
- Basic math skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, fractions, decimals)
- Working knowledge of the National Electric Codes
- Knowledge and experience in safe handling practices of flammable gases, liquids and high pressure systems
- Knowledge with electronic test instruments
- Knowledge of gas and liquid chromatography
- Knowledge of mechanical, pneumatic, and electronic equipment used in gas and liquid product measurement and control
- Knowledge of AGA, API, and GPA measurement standards
- Possess a valid driver's license and meet company insurability requirements
- May be required to possess a commercial driver’s license, drive a company commercial vehicle and comply with all commercial vehicle regulations
- May be required to achieve and maintain certifications as required to perform job duties
- Required to successfully complete a background check and drug screening prior to being hired
- Ability to effectively organize, plan, prioritize, document, and complete work with minimum supervision
- Adequate analytical and troubleshooting skills
- Good verbal and written communication skills
- Customer focus
- Ability to work with a team, take direction from supervisors, keep required work schedules, focus attention on details, and follow work rules
- Ability to speak and understand English
- Ability to work with others, take direction from supervisor(s), focus attention on details, and follow work rules
WORKING CONDITIONS:
- Must be able to withstand extreme weather conditions
- Ability to use hand tools and equipment, repetitive hand use such as simple grasp and twisting motion included
- Physical ability to lift as much as 75lbs, bend/stoop, kneel and climb stairs/ladders with or without accommodation
- May work in low-lit areas
- Must be able to withstand extreme weather conditions
- Must be able to frequently enter confined spaces, climb to and work from elevated platforms, ladders, and walkways, etc.
- Depending upon the location and workload, travel will be required
- Available for shift work when applicable
Why Join Kinder Morgan:
Kinder Morgan is a large energy infrastructure company operating in North America. Access to reliable, affordable energy is a critical component for improving lives around the world. We are committed to providing energy transportation and storage services in a safe, efficient, and environmentally responsible manner for the benefit of the people, communities, and businesses we serve.
Kinder Morgan provides equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, gender (including gender identity and expression), sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, marital status, military or veteran status, family status, status as an individual authorized to work in the U.S., or any other status protected by law.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship as a Measurement Technician
Target manufacturers with formal quality departments
Large manufacturers in aerospace, automotive, and medical devices are most likely to sponsor OPT students. These companies have dedicated HR teams familiar with work authorization and regularly hire measurement technicians into structured, multi-year roles.
Highlight metrology certifications prominently
ASQ Certified Quality Technician or CMM certifications signal employer-ready skills. Listing these credentials above your work history helps hiring managers quickly confirm you meet technical requirements, which reduces hesitation around sponsorship conversations.
Confirm your degree qualifies for STEM OPT extension
Engineering technology, industrial engineering, and materials science degrees typically qualify for the 24-month STEM extension. Verify your degree's CIP code with your DSO early so you can accurately communicate your full authorized work timeline to employers.
Address OPT proactively in your cover letter
State your current authorization period and STEM extension eligibility upfront. Employers unfamiliar with OPT often assume the timeline is shorter than it is. Providing clear dates removes ambiguity and keeps your application moving through the hiring process.
Emphasize CAD and measurement software proficiency
Experience with GD&T, SPC software, or CMM programming tools like PC-DMIS directly addresses employer skill gaps. Technicians who can operate measurement equipment and interpret engineering drawings are significantly easier for employers to justify sponsoring.
Apply to government contractors and defense suppliers
Precision measurement is critical in defense manufacturing. Prime contractors and their Tier 1 suppliers frequently hire measurement technicians and maintain established visa sponsorship processes, making them reliable targets for OPT students seeking long-term employment.
Measurement Technician OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Can I work as a Measurement Technician on OPT?
Yes, F-1 students authorized for OPT can work as Measurement Technician if the role is directly related to your degree field. Engineering technology, industrial engineering, and manufacturing-related degrees typically satisfy this requirement. Confirm the connection with your DSO before accepting an offer, since USCIS requires a clear relationship between your job and your field of study.
Does a Measurement Technician role qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
It depends on your degree, not the job title. If you graduated in a STEM-designated field such as engineering technology, mechanical engineering, or industrial engineering, you can apply for the 24-month STEM OPT extension regardless of your specific job title. Your employer also needs to be enrolled in E-Verify. Check your degree's CIP code with your DSO to confirm eligibility before your initial OPT period ends.
Do Measurement Technician employers commonly sponsor H-1B visas?
Sponsorship varies by employer size and industry. Large manufacturers in aerospace, medical devices, and automotive tend to have established H-1B sponsorship processes and hire measurement technicians regularly. Smaller shops or contract manufacturers may be less familiar with the process. Searching Migrate Mate filters for OPT-friendly and H-1B-sponsoring employers can help you identify companies already set up to support your transition beyond OPT.
What degree qualifies an F-1 student to work as a Measurement Technician on OPT?
Degrees in engineering technology, industrial engineering, manufacturing engineering, mechanical engineering, or materials science are most commonly accepted. The key is demonstrating a logical connection between your coursework and the role's technical requirements, which typically include calibration, quality control, GD&T, and precision measurement. Associate-level degrees do not qualify for OPT, which requires at least a bachelor's degree from a SEVP-certified institution.
How long do I have to find a Measurement Technician job after graduation before my OPT is affected?
USCIS allows up to 90 days of unemployment during your standard OPT period and an additional 60 days if you receive a STEM extension, for a maximum of 150 days total. Unemployment is cumulative, so multiple gaps count together. Starting your job search early and using Migrate Mate to find OPT-eligible Measurement Technician roles gives you the best chance of securing a position well within those limits.