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Transportation Engineer jobs are a strong fit for F-1 OPT students with degrees in civil, traffic, or transportation engineering. Most roles qualify as STEM OPT, giving you up to 36 months of work authorization. Employers typically sponsor H-1B visa after OPT, especially at infrastructure firms, transit agencies, and consulting practices with active DOL filing histories.
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INNOVATE without boundaries! At Milwaukee Tool we firmly believe that our People and our Culture are the secrets to our success - so we give you unlimited access to everything you need to provide….
Behind our doors you'll be empowered every day to own it, drive it, and do what it takes to support the biggest breakthroughs in the industry. Meanwhile, you'll have the support and resources of the fastest-growing brand in the construction industry to make it happen.
Your Role on Our Team:
The Sr. Transportation Analyst is a key player in the Supply Chain-Transportation Department at Milwaukee Tool. The role shares responsibility for the day-to-day support and development of transportation operations and KPI’s, including carrier operations management, freight claims management, daily review of shipment activity, shipment analysis, customer service, coordination of inbound and outbound transportation scheduling, routing shipment impacts, resolution of transportation issues and cost savings / mitigation calculation and performance metrics management.
You’ll be DISRUPTIVE through these duties and responsibilities:
- Work cross functionally with Supply Chain, Sourcing, Manufacturing, Channels and Distribution teams to meet the needs of the business
- Works cross functionally with international stakeholders for import visibility, network changes and overall performance
- Communicates with preferred freight carriers and the business on lost freight, misrouted freight, damaged freight and future shipment coordination
- Develops and maintains routing guides and operations compliance rules for the business and suppliers to maintain cost and service constraints and manages the governance of those activities
- Support manufacturing and operations with transportation support for scheduling, expediting and maintaining shipment compliance as established through the organization
- Provides price quotes and bookings for business partners for expediting and one-off shipment scheduling
- Reviews expedited shipment requests to ensure adherence to the most cost-effective transportation alternatives. Presents transactions involving excess costs to proper approval levels for review
- Maintains KPI’s and dashboard compliance to generate opportunities, mitigation and cost control
- Streamlines network design in collaboration with business partners and outside analysts to adhere the best-in-class network design
- Ensure that customer concerns are researched and corrected with freight carriers and network
- Drives costs mitigation projects through data analysis and dashboard and KPI management
- Review freight data appropriately to assure routing compliance is met and work corrective actions with business on process improvements
- Track import shipments via forwarders and dashboards to measure performance and business support through Supply Chain and Operations
- Develop and maintain lead time compliance in planning systems and communicate with business on changes necessary
- Support and develop technology enhancements into network to improve efficiency
- Performs other duties as assigned
The TOOLS you’ll bring with you:
- Ability to extract, manipulate, and organize data
- Ability to recognize opportunities and provide analytical support for fact-based decisions
- Ability to work cross functionally and within a team environment
- Thought leader to drive continuous improvement in operations
- A strong working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Power BI and Microsoft PowerPoint is required
- 3-5 years of Transportation experience required
Bachelor’s degree in Transportation, operations, logistics, supply chain management preferred, but BS in other areas acceptable with work experience in these areas.
Working Conditions:
Manufacturing Plant
We provide these great perks and benefits:
- Robust health, dental and vision insurance plans
- Generous 401 (K) savings plan
- Education assistance
- On-site wellness, fitness center, food, and coffee service
- And many more, check out our benefits site HERE.
Milwaukee Tool is an equal opportunity employer.
Transportation Analyst
INNOVATE without boundaries! At Milwaukee Tool we firmly believe that our People and our Culture are the secrets to our success - so we give you unlimited access to everything you need to provide….
Behind our doors you'll be empowered every day to own it, drive it, and do what it takes to support the biggest breakthroughs in the industry. Meanwhile, you'll have the support and resources of the fastest-growing brand in the construction industry to make it happen.
Your Role on Our Team:
The Sr. Transportation Analyst is a key player in the Supply Chain-Transportation Department at Milwaukee Tool. The role shares responsibility for the day-to-day support and development of transportation operations and KPI’s, including carrier operations management, freight claims management, daily review of shipment activity, shipment analysis, customer service, coordination of inbound and outbound transportation scheduling, routing shipment impacts, resolution of transportation issues and cost savings / mitigation calculation and performance metrics management.
You’ll be DISRUPTIVE through these duties and responsibilities:
- Work cross functionally with Supply Chain, Sourcing, Manufacturing, Channels and Distribution teams to meet the needs of the business
- Works cross functionally with international stakeholders for import visibility, network changes and overall performance
- Communicates with preferred freight carriers and the business on lost freight, misrouted freight, damaged freight and future shipment coordination
- Develops and maintains routing guides and operations compliance rules for the business and suppliers to maintain cost and service constraints and manages the governance of those activities
- Support manufacturing and operations with transportation support for scheduling, expediting and maintaining shipment compliance as established through the organization
- Provides price quotes and bookings for business partners for expediting and one-off shipment scheduling
- Reviews expedited shipment requests to ensure adherence to the most cost-effective transportation alternatives. Presents transactions involving excess costs to proper approval levels for review
- Maintains KPI’s and dashboard compliance to generate opportunities, mitigation and cost control
- Streamlines network design in collaboration with business partners and outside analysts to adhere the best-in-class network design
- Ensure that customer concerns are researched and corrected with freight carriers and network
- Drives costs mitigation projects through data analysis and dashboard and KPI management
- Review freight data appropriately to assure routing compliance is met and work corrective actions with business on process improvements
- Track import shipments via forwarders and dashboards to measure performance and business support through Supply Chain and Operations
- Develop and maintain lead time compliance in planning systems and communicate with business on changes necessary
- Support and develop technology enhancements into network to improve efficiency
- Performs other duties as assigned
The TOOLS you’ll bring with you:
- Ability to extract, manipulate, and organize data
- Ability to recognize opportunities and provide analytical support for fact-based decisions
- Ability to work cross functionally and within a team environment
- Thought leader to drive continuous improvement in operations
- A strong working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Power BI and Microsoft PowerPoint is required
- 3-5 years of Transportation experience required
Bachelor’s degree in Transportation, operations, logistics, supply chain management preferred, but BS in other areas acceptable with work experience in these areas.
Working Conditions:
Manufacturing Plant
We provide these great perks and benefits:
- Robust health, dental and vision insurance plans
- Generous 401 (K) savings plan
- Education assistance
- On-site wellness, fitness center, food, and coffee service
- And many more, check out our benefits site HERE.
Milwaukee Tool is an equal opportunity employer.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship as a Transportation Engineer
Target STEM OPT-eligible roles
Transportation Engineering falls under CIP code 14.0804, which qualifies for the 24-month STEM OPT extension. Confirm your degree program is on the STEM Designated Degree Program List before applying to maximize your authorized work period.
Focus on firms with active H-1B histories
Large transportation consultancies like AECOM, WSP, and HDR file H-1B visa petitions regularly. Prioritize employers with documented sponsorship histories over smaller firms that may lack the HR infrastructure to support visa transitions after your OPT period ends.
Highlight PE exam progress on your resume
Employers in transportation engineering value candidates pursuing Professional Engineer licensure. Noting your EIT certification or FE exam completion signals long-term commitment to the field and makes you a stronger candidate for roles that lead to H-1B sponsorship.
Pursue public-sector and transit agency roles
State DOTs and regional transit authorities frequently hire on OPT and have established processes for sponsoring work visas. These roles offer stable employment timelines, which matters when your H-1B filing window aligns with project staffing cycles.
Align your job search with federal infrastructure funding
Federal infrastructure investment has expanded hiring at transportation firms across planning, design, and construction management. Roles tied to active federal contracts tend to offer longer project timelines, improving your chances of employer commitment through an H-1B transition.
Apply early relative to your OPT end date
H-1B cap petitions are filed each April for an October 1 start date. If your OPT expires before October, you may need cap-gap coverage. Starting your job search at least 12 months before your OPT ends gives employers adequate runway to sponsor you.
Transportation Engineer OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Do Transportation Engineer roles qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
Yes. Transportation Engineering degrees typically fall under STEM-designated CIP codes, making graduates eligible for the 24-month STEM OPT extension on top of the standard 12-month OPT period. To qualify, your degree program must appear on the STEM Designated Degree Program List, and your employer must enroll in E-Verify. Confirm your specific CIP code with your DSO before applying.
Which types of employers are most likely to sponsor Transportation Engineers on H-1B after OPT?
Large engineering consultancies, state Departments of Transportation, metropolitan planning organizations, and transit authorities are the most active H-1B sponsors for this role. Firms like AECOM, Jacobs, and WSP have consistent DOL filing records. You can browse transportation engineering roles from verified sponsoring employers on Migrate Mate, which filters jobs by OPT and visa sponsorship eligibility.
Can I work on federal transportation projects while on OPT?
Yes, in most cases. OPT authorization allows you to work for private employers on federally funded projects. However, some positions classified as direct federal employment require U.S. citizenship or a security clearance that restricts non-citizens. Contractor and consultant roles on federal highway, transit, or rail projects are generally open to OPT holders without those restrictions.
Does a Professional Engineer license affect my OPT or visa sponsorship prospects?
Holding or pursuing a PE license does not affect your OPT authorization directly, but it meaningfully improves your sponsorship prospects. Employers are more likely to invest in H-1B sponsorship for engineers who demonstrate long-term value. Passing the FE exam and documenting EIT status signals professional trajectory. Some state DOT roles also give preference to candidates on a clear path to licensure.
What happens to my OPT authorization if my transportation engineering employer loses a federal contract?
If your employment ends, your OPT authorization does not end immediately. You have a 90-day unemployment allowance for standard OPT and 150 days total across the full STEM OPT period. You must report the change to your DSO and begin searching for a new qualifying position promptly. Staying within those limits keeps your status valid while you pursue a new role.