Service Engineer Jobs for OPT Students
Service Engineer jobs are well-suited for F-1 OPT students with degrees in mechanical, electrical, or systems engineering. Most roles qualify as STEM OPT, giving you up to 36 months of work authorization. Employers in this field routinely sponsor H-1B visas, making it a strong long-term path.
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High Voltage Circuit Breaker Field Engineer role consists of travelling to various parts of the country commissioning, troubleshooting, repairing and modifying High Voltage Breakers in an electrical substation. High voltage Circuit Breakers ratings are from 72.5kV to 550kV. Mode of travel will either be airplane or car. This job is 100% remote from home. Company credit card and computer will be provided. Your will be working with hand tools, voltage multimeters and various pieces of test equipment. All work will be outdoors.
How You’ll Make an Impact
- Perform commissioning, troubleshooting, repair, and modification of high voltage circuit breakers.
- Diagnose and resolve complex electrical and mechanical issues using hand tools, voltage multimeters, and specialized test equipment to ensure equipment reliability and system performance.
- Execute field work independently while managing job scope, documentation, and reporting.
- Communicate effectively with customers, field teams, and engineering support to provide technical updates, explain findings, and ensure alignment on work scope and safety requirements.
- Collaborate with internal teams and site personnel to support commissioning activities, outage schedules, and successful project execution.
- Maintain strict adherence to safety procedures and quality standards while performing all work outdoors in substation environments.
What You Bring
- Associate degree in Electrical Engineering Technology, Mechanical Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
- Minimum of 2 years of hands on experience working with high voltage circuit breakers or within electrical substation environments.
- Demonstrated ability to commission, troubleshoot, repair, and modify high voltage circuit breakers ranging from 72.5 kV to 550 kV.
- Proficient in the use of hand tools, voltage multimeters, and specialized electrical test equipment to diagnose mechanical and electrical issues in the field.
- Ability to work independently in a 100% remote field role, travel extensively by car and airplane, and perform all work outdoors in substation environments while adhering to strict safety and quality standards.
- Strong technical communication and documentation skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint to create reports, document findings, and communicate with customers and internal teams.
Applicants must be legally authorized for employment in the United States without need for current or future employer-sponsored work authorization. Siemens Energy employees with current visa sponsorship may be eligible for internal transfers.
About the Team
Grid Technologies
Our Grid Technology division enables a reliable, sustainable, and digital grid. The power grid is the backbone of the energy transition. Siemens Energy offers a leading portfolio and solutions in HVDC transmission, grid stabilization and storage, high voltage switchgears and transformers, and digital grid technology.
Who is Siemens Energy?
At Siemens Energy, we are more than just an energy technology company. We meet the growing energy demand across 90+ countries while ensuring our climate is protected. With more than 100,000 dedicated employees, we not only generate electricity for over 16% of the global community, but we’re also using our technology to help protect people and the environment. Our global team is committed to making sustainable, reliable, and affordable energy a reality by pushing the boundaries of what is possible. We uphold a 150-year legacy of innovation that encourages our search for people who will support our focus on decarbonization, new technologies, and energy transformation.
Rewards
- Career growth and development opportunities
- Supportive work culture
- Company paid Health and wellness benefits
- Paid Time Off and paid holidays
- 401K savings plan with company match
- Family building benefits
- Parental leave
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Siemens Energy and Siemens Gamesa Renewable Energy is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability unrelated to ability, marital status, family responsibilities, pregnancy, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, transgender, sex stereotyping, order of protection status, protected veteran or military status, or an unfavorable discharge from military service, and other categories protected by federal, state or local law.
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A Snapshot of Your Day
High Voltage Circuit Breaker Field Engineer role consists of travelling to various parts of the country commissioning, troubleshooting, repairing and modifying High Voltage Breakers in an electrical substation. High voltage Circuit Breakers ratings are from 72.5kV to 550kV. Mode of travel will either be airplane or car. This job is 100% remote from home. Company credit card and computer will be provided. Your will be working with hand tools, voltage multimeters and various pieces of test equipment. All work will be outdoors.
How You’ll Make an Impact
- Perform commissioning, troubleshooting, repair, and modification of high voltage circuit breakers.
- Diagnose and resolve complex electrical and mechanical issues using hand tools, voltage multimeters, and specialized test equipment to ensure equipment reliability and system performance.
- Execute field work independently while managing job scope, documentation, and reporting.
- Communicate effectively with customers, field teams, and engineering support to provide technical updates, explain findings, and ensure alignment on work scope and safety requirements.
- Collaborate with internal teams and site personnel to support commissioning activities, outage schedules, and successful project execution.
- Maintain strict adherence to safety procedures and quality standards while performing all work outdoors in substation environments.
What You Bring
- Associate degree in Electrical Engineering Technology, Mechanical Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
- Minimum of 2 years of hands on experience working with high voltage circuit breakers or within electrical substation environments.
- Demonstrated ability to commission, troubleshoot, repair, and modify high voltage circuit breakers ranging from 72.5 kV to 550 kV.
- Proficient in the use of hand tools, voltage multimeters, and specialized electrical test equipment to diagnose mechanical and electrical issues in the field.
- Ability to work independently in a 100% remote field role, travel extensively by car and airplane, and perform all work outdoors in substation environments while adhering to strict safety and quality standards.
- Strong technical communication and documentation skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint to create reports, document findings, and communicate with customers and internal teams.
Applicants must be legally authorized for employment in the United States without need for current or future employer-sponsored work authorization. Siemens Energy employees with current visa sponsorship may be eligible for internal transfers.
About the Team
Grid Technologies
Our Grid Technology division enables a reliable, sustainable, and digital grid. The power grid is the backbone of the energy transition. Siemens Energy offers a leading portfolio and solutions in HVDC transmission, grid stabilization and storage, high voltage switchgears and transformers, and digital grid technology.
Who is Siemens Energy?
At Siemens Energy, we are more than just an energy technology company. We meet the growing energy demand across 90+ countries while ensuring our climate is protected. With more than 100,000 dedicated employees, we not only generate electricity for over 16% of the global community, but we’re also using our technology to help protect people and the environment. Our global team is committed to making sustainable, reliable, and affordable energy a reality by pushing the boundaries of what is possible. We uphold a 150-year legacy of innovation that encourages our search for people who will support our focus on decarbonization, new technologies, and energy transformation.
Rewards
- Career growth and development opportunities
- Supportive work culture
- Company paid Health and wellness benefits
- Paid Time Off and paid holidays
- 401K savings plan with company match
- Family building benefits
- Parental leave
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Siemens Energy and Siemens Gamesa Renewable Energy is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability unrelated to ability, marital status, family responsibilities, pregnancy, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, transgender, sex stereotyping, order of protection status, protected veteran or military status, or an unfavorable discharge from military service, and other categories protected by federal, state or local law.
California Privacy Notice
California residents have the right to receive additional notices about their personal information. Click here to read more.
How to Get Visa Sponsorship as a Service Engineer
Lead with your technical specialization
Service Engineer roles span industries from medical devices to industrial automation. Specifying your domain, whether robotics, HVAC systems, or semiconductor equipment, helps recruiters match you to roles where your background directly reduces their onboarding investment.
Verify your role qualifies for STEM OPT extension
Service Engineer positions tied to engineering degrees in mechanical, electrical, or systems fields typically qualify for the 24-month STEM OPT extension. Confirm your employer is registered with E-Verify before accepting an offer, as that registration is required.
Highlight field service and customer-facing experience
Employers hiring Service Engineers value hands-on troubleshooting and client-site experience. If you completed internships, co-ops, or CPT work involving equipment installation or diagnostics, lead with those in your resume summary and interviews.
Target companies with established sponsorship histories
Large OEMs and field service organizations in industries like medical imaging, industrial automation, and telecom infrastructure have consistent H-1B filing histories. Prioritizing these employers reduces sponsorship uncertainty during your OPT window.
Clarify travel requirements before accepting an offer
Many Service Engineer roles require regional or national travel for customer site visits. Confirm how travel interacts with your OPT work location obligations, since your authorized employment address must accurately reflect where you primarily work.
Submit your I-983 training plan before your start date
For STEM OPT, your employer must sign the I-983 training plan outlining your learning objectives in a role related to your degree. Complete this before your extension begins, not after, to avoid gaps in authorization.
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Does a Service Engineer role qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
Most Service Engineer positions qualify for the 24-month STEM OPT extension if your degree is in a STEM field such as mechanical, electrical, or systems engineering and the role directly applies that knowledge. Your employer must also be registered with E-Verify. Review your job description against your degree CIP code with your DSO before filing the extension.
How do I find Service Engineer jobs that sponsor OPT students?
Migrate Mate filters job listings specifically for OPT-eligible candidates, making it straightforward to find Service Engineer roles at employers open to sponsoring F-1 students. Many large OEMs and field service companies post on Migrate Mate because they actively hire internationally educated engineers and have H-1B sponsorship programs already in place.
Can I work as a Service Engineer if my role requires frequent travel to different customer sites?
Yes, but you need to ensure your OPT employment authorization reflects your primary worksite accurately. If your role is based out of a central office with regional travel, your DSO typically records the employer's primary address. Roles involving extended assignments at a single client location may require additional documentation. Confirm the specifics with your DSO.
Do Service Engineer employers commonly sponsor H-1B visas after OPT?
Companies in industries like medical devices, industrial automation, telecommunications infrastructure, and semiconductor equipment regularly sponsor H-1B visas for Service Engineers because the roles require specialized technical knowledge that is difficult to hire for domestically. Checking an employer's public LCA filings through the Department of Labor can confirm whether they have an active sponsorship history before you apply.
What should I include in my I-983 training plan as a Service Engineer on STEM OPT?
Your I-983 should describe how the role develops skills directly tied to your engineering degree, including technical competencies like equipment diagnostics, systems integration, or field calibration procedures. Your employer must sign it and identify a supervisor responsible for your training. The plan should be specific to your actual job duties rather than a generic job description restatement. Your DSO reviews and approves it before submission.
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