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Technical Consultant roles are a strong fit for F-1 OPT students with degrees in computer science, information systems, or engineering. Most positions qualify as STEM OPT extensions, giving you up to 36 months of work authorization. Employers typically file H-1B sponsorship for consultants who demonstrate technical depth and client impact.
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Immediate need for a talented MES Technical Consultant. This is 06+ months contract opportunity with long-term potential and is located Kalamazoo, MI (Hybrid). Please review the job description below and contact me ASAP if you are interested. Job ID: 26-09770
Pay Range: $64 - $65/hour. Employee benefits include, but are not limited to, health insurance (medical, dental, vision), 401(k) plan, and paid sick leave (depending on work location).
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Perform hand on MES installation, configuration and environment preparation and connectivity preparation for deployment, migration and upgrades
- Implement technical designs, standards and configuration patterns define by the client technical lead and solution architect.
- Act as day-to-day technical contact for site teams and support cross team troubleshooting during build and validation phases.
- Identify technical issues, risks and blockers and escalate promptly to the technical lead for resolution.
- Create and manage project level documentation and ensure accurate handovers to operation or validation teams.
- Collaborate with integration, authoring and infrastructure teams to ensure seamless end-to-end technical delivery
- Candidate will work with cross technical teams (SAP, IT-Sec, Networking etc.)
- Candidate will work with L2 integration prod team and shall directly with solution architect.
- Candidate should be able to handle all the activities independently and shall take care of all daily, weekly and monthly status calls with SME.
KEY REQUIREMENTS AND TECHNOLOGY EXPERIENCE:
- Key skills: Strong hands-on experience in MES (Manufacturing Execution Systems) installation and configuration
- Experience with MES integration and connectivity (SAP, databases, and enterprise systems)
- Expertise in deployment, migration, and upgrade activities for MES environments
- Ability to troubleshoot technical issues and work independently across cross-functional teams
- Executes MES installation, configuration and connectivity activities, supporting site and global teams while implementing technical guidance from client technical lead and solution architect.
- Perform hand on MES installation, configuration and environment preparation and connectivity preparation for deployment, migration and upgrades.
- Implement technical designs, standards and configuration patterns define by the client technical lead and solution architect.
- Act as day-to-day technical contact for site teams and support cross team troubleshooting during build and validation phases.
- Identify technical issues, risks and blockers and escalate promptly to the technical lead for resolution.
- Create and manage project level documentation and ensure accurate handovers to operation or validation teams.
- Collaborate with integration, authoring and infrastructure teams to ensure seamless end-to-end technical delivery
- Candidate will work with cross technical teams (SAP, IT-Sec, Networking etc.)
- Candidate will work with L2 integration prod team and shall directly with solution architect.
- Candidate should be able to handle all the activities independently and shall take care of all daily, weekly and monthly status calls with SME.
Our client is a leading Pharmaceutical Industry, and we are currently interviewing to fill this and other similar contract positions. If you are interested in this position, please apply online for immediate consideration.
Pyramid Consulting, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, colour, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
By applying to our jobs, you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages, or emails from Pyramid Consulting, Inc. and its affiliates, and contracted partners. Frequency varies for text messages. Message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You can reply STOP to cancel and HELP for help. You can access our privacy policy here.
INTRODUCTION
Immediate need for a talented MES Technical Consultant. This is 06+ months contract opportunity with long-term potential and is located Kalamazoo, MI (Hybrid). Please review the job description below and contact me ASAP if you are interested. Job ID: 26-09770
Pay Range: $64 - $65/hour. Employee benefits include, but are not limited to, health insurance (medical, dental, vision), 401(k) plan, and paid sick leave (depending on work location).
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Perform hand on MES installation, configuration and environment preparation and connectivity preparation for deployment, migration and upgrades
- Implement technical designs, standards and configuration patterns define by the client technical lead and solution architect.
- Act as day-to-day technical contact for site teams and support cross team troubleshooting during build and validation phases.
- Identify technical issues, risks and blockers and escalate promptly to the technical lead for resolution.
- Create and manage project level documentation and ensure accurate handovers to operation or validation teams.
- Collaborate with integration, authoring and infrastructure teams to ensure seamless end-to-end technical delivery
- Candidate will work with cross technical teams (SAP, IT-Sec, Networking etc.)
- Candidate will work with L2 integration prod team and shall directly with solution architect.
- Candidate should be able to handle all the activities independently and shall take care of all daily, weekly and monthly status calls with SME.
KEY REQUIREMENTS AND TECHNOLOGY EXPERIENCE:
- Key skills: Strong hands-on experience in MES (Manufacturing Execution Systems) installation and configuration
- Experience with MES integration and connectivity (SAP, databases, and enterprise systems)
- Expertise in deployment, migration, and upgrade activities for MES environments
- Ability to troubleshoot technical issues and work independently across cross-functional teams
- Executes MES installation, configuration and connectivity activities, supporting site and global teams while implementing technical guidance from client technical lead and solution architect.
- Perform hand on MES installation, configuration and environment preparation and connectivity preparation for deployment, migration and upgrades.
- Implement technical designs, standards and configuration patterns define by the client technical lead and solution architect.
- Act as day-to-day technical contact for site teams and support cross team troubleshooting during build and validation phases.
- Identify technical issues, risks and blockers and escalate promptly to the technical lead for resolution.
- Create and manage project level documentation and ensure accurate handovers to operation or validation teams.
- Collaborate with integration, authoring and infrastructure teams to ensure seamless end-to-end technical delivery
- Candidate will work with cross technical teams (SAP, IT-Sec, Networking etc.)
- Candidate will work with L2 integration prod team and shall directly with solution architect.
- Candidate should be able to handle all the activities independently and shall take care of all daily, weekly and monthly status calls with SME.
Our client is a leading Pharmaceutical Industry, and we are currently interviewing to fill this and other similar contract positions. If you are interested in this position, please apply online for immediate consideration.
Pyramid Consulting, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, colour, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
By applying to our jobs, you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages, or emails from Pyramid Consulting, Inc. and its affiliates, and contracted partners. Frequency varies for text messages. Message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You can reply STOP to cancel and HELP for help. You can access our privacy policy here.
How to Get Visa Sponsorship as a Technical Consultant
Target consulting firms with established H-1B track records
Large consulting firms like Deloitte, Accenture, and Cognizant file H-1B petitions regularly for technical consultants. Prioritize companies with consistent sponsorship histories rather than firms sponsoring for the first time during your OPT window.
Frame your degree field around the specialty occupation standard
Technical Consultant roles must qualify as specialty occupations for H-1B eligibility. Emphasize how your specific degree, whether in computer science, engineering, or information systems, directly supports the technical work you'll perform for clients.
Clarify consulting placement arrangements with your employer early
If your employer places you at client sites, confirm they remain your legal employer of record throughout. Third-party placement arrangements can complicate your OPT employer verification requirements and create status issues if not structured correctly.
Document client deliverables and technical scope on your resume
Sponsoring employers need to demonstrate the role requires specialized knowledge. Quantify your technical contributions, platforms implemented, and project outcomes so your record clearly supports a specialty occupation argument if USCIS scrutinizes the petition.
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Does a Technical Consultant role qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
It depends on your employer's STEM designation, not just the job title. If your employer is enrolled in E-Verify and your degree is in a qualifying STEM field, such as computer science, information systems, or engineering, the role can qualify. Confirm your employer's E-Verify status before accepting an offer, since not all consulting firms are enrolled.
Can I work as a Technical Consultant at a client site while on OPT?
Yes, but the consulting firm that hired you must remain your employer of record for OPT purposes. You report your primary employer to your DSO, not the end client. If the staffing arrangement changes, such as a direct transfer to the client, you may need to update your employment record. Clarify the employment structure in writing before you start.
How do I find Technical Consultant jobs that sponsor OPT and H-1B?
Migrate Mate filters jobs by visa sponsorship willingness, so you can browse Technical Consultant openings from employers who have sponsored international candidates before. This saves significant time compared to applying broadly and discovering sponsorship limitations late in the process.
What happens to my OPT authorization if my consulting engagement ends between client projects?
OPT requires you to maintain qualifying employment, but the rules allow for brief gaps. You can accrue up to 90 days of unemployment on standard OPT, and up to 150 days on STEM OPT extension. A bench period between engagements counts toward that limit, so notify your DSO if a gap extends beyond a few weeks.
Do consulting firms typically sponsor H-1B visas for Technical Consultants?
Many mid-size and large consulting firms do sponsor H-1B petitions for technical consultants, particularly for roles requiring specialized platform knowledge or engineering skills. Boutique firms and staffing-only agencies are less consistent. The strongest indicator is the firm's H-1B filing history, which is publicly available through Department of Labor disclosure data.
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