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Asset Protection Specialist roles in retail loss prevention and supply chain security qualify for STEM OPT when tied to a STEM-designated degree in criminal justice technology, data analytics, or information systems. Your 24-month STEM OPT extension applies as long as your employer is enrolled in E-Verify and your position directly uses your STEM training.
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Date: Sep 18, 2026
Location: Waukesha, WI, US, 53186
Company: Hubbell Incorporated
Job Overview
As a member of our Protection & Control Engineering Services Team, you will be responsible for creating substation drawing packages including one-line drawings, three-line drawings, DC schematics, wiring diagrams, cable schedules, component layouts, electrical plans, and detailed assembly drawings that will be drafted using AutoCAD® and MicroStation. Our P&C Engineering Services teams also perform fault analysis and coordination studies, SCADA settings, along with developing settings for most station relays.
A Day In The Life
Every day at Hubbell is different and you’ll contribute in many ways. On any given day, you’ll make a difference by:
- Interpret customer specifications and provide a design which meets all requirements
- Understand the theories and fundamentals of electrical circuits and related components
- Check/yellow line protection and control wiring diagrams to schematic diagrams
- Create control panel and field equipment wiring diagrams from schematic diagrams
- Create project specific protection and control schematic diagrams from standard customer schematics
- Create protection and control schematic diagrams from a 1-Line diagram
- Update/revise existing customer substation legacy Brownfield schematic and wiring diagrams
- Collaborate with designers and engineers on technical issues
- Perform all Project Management activities and lead small projects without supervision
- Recognize a need for, and champion process improvements
- Customer visits (travel approximately 10% of the time)
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology; P.E. license or P.E. track preferred
- Minimum one year of Transmission and Distribution Protection and Control related experience
- Knowledge and understanding of the specifications, structure, programming and configuration of the following control devices is also beneficial:
- Microprocessor Based Protection and Control Relays
- RS-232/RS485/Fiber optic/Ethernet Communication
- RTU Equipment
- HMI
- SCADA System
- Advanced working knowledge of MS Office Suite
- Strong attention to detail
- Working knowledge of transmission and distribution protection and control schematic and wiring diagrams
- Proven analytical & problem-solving skills
Hubbell Incorporated
Hubbell creates critical infrastructure solutions that power our customers, communities, people and the planet. Our company is strategically aligned around enabling grid modernization and electrification. As more products plug in to an aging grid, Hubbell solutions enable the transition to a more reliable, resilient and efficient energy infrastructure. Founded in 1888 our innovation has made us a leading global manufacturer of high quality electrical and utility solutions enabling customers to operate critical infrastructure reliably and efficiently.
The company operates in two segments. Hubbell Utility Solutions (HUS) enable the grid to conduct, communicate and control energy across utility applications and Hubbell Electrical Solutions (HES) are essential to managing power across a wide range of industries and applications. Our vertical market solutions can be applied to markets including Data Centers, Renewables, Commercial Buildings, Industrial, Telecom and Transportation. Supporting both of our business segments is our corporate and Hubbell Unified Business Solutions teams that provide consistent process, tools technologies across our businesses.
We are committed to operating sustainably and ethically while promoting an inclusive and supportive culture for our people to grow and develop in their careers. Our employees proudly work and serve our communities from our headquarters in Shelton, CT, across the United States and around the globe.
Hubbell Utility Solutions
Hubbell Utility Solutions (HUS) enable the grid to conduct, communicate and control energy across utility applications. HUS provides the critical components that allow the grid to reliably transmit and distribute energy, as well as the communications and controls technologies to make the grid smarter and more flexible.
Hubbell Incorporated, its subsidiaries and affiliates, is an EO Employer AA: M/F/Veteran/Disability. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other protected class.
The above summary of position responsibilities and requirements is not intended, and should not be construed, to be an exhaustive list of duties, skills, efforts, physical requirements, or working conditions associated with the position. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of those principal position elements essential for making decisions related to position performance, employee development, and compensation.
Nearest Major Market: Waukesha
Nearest Secondary Market: Milwaukee
Job Segment: Project Manager, Telecom, Telecommunications, Technology
Protection & Controls Engineer (Remote)
Date: Sep 18, 2026
Location: Waukesha, WI, US, 53186
Company: Hubbell Incorporated
Job Overview
As a member of our Protection & Control Engineering Services Team, you will be responsible for creating substation drawing packages including one-line drawings, three-line drawings, DC schematics, wiring diagrams, cable schedules, component layouts, electrical plans, and detailed assembly drawings that will be drafted using AutoCAD® and MicroStation. Our P&C Engineering Services teams also perform fault analysis and coordination studies, SCADA settings, along with developing settings for most station relays.
A Day In The Life
Every day at Hubbell is different and you’ll contribute in many ways. On any given day, you’ll make a difference by:
- Interpret customer specifications and provide a design which meets all requirements
- Understand the theories and fundamentals of electrical circuits and related components
- Check/yellow line protection and control wiring diagrams to schematic diagrams
- Create control panel and field equipment wiring diagrams from schematic diagrams
- Create project specific protection and control schematic diagrams from standard customer schematics
- Create protection and control schematic diagrams from a 1-Line diagram
- Update/revise existing customer substation legacy Brownfield schematic and wiring diagrams
- Collaborate with designers and engineers on technical issues
- Perform all Project Management activities and lead small projects without supervision
- Recognize a need for, and champion process improvements
- Customer visits (travel approximately 10% of the time)
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology; P.E. license or P.E. track preferred
- Minimum one year of Transmission and Distribution Protection and Control related experience
- Knowledge and understanding of the specifications, structure, programming and configuration of the following control devices is also beneficial:
- Microprocessor Based Protection and Control Relays
- RS-232/RS485/Fiber optic/Ethernet Communication
- RTU Equipment
- HMI
- SCADA System
- Advanced working knowledge of MS Office Suite
- Strong attention to detail
- Working knowledge of transmission and distribution protection and control schematic and wiring diagrams
- Proven analytical & problem-solving skills
Hubbell Incorporated
Hubbell creates critical infrastructure solutions that power our customers, communities, people and the planet. Our company is strategically aligned around enabling grid modernization and electrification. As more products plug in to an aging grid, Hubbell solutions enable the transition to a more reliable, resilient and efficient energy infrastructure. Founded in 1888 our innovation has made us a leading global manufacturer of high quality electrical and utility solutions enabling customers to operate critical infrastructure reliably and efficiently.
The company operates in two segments. Hubbell Utility Solutions (HUS) enable the grid to conduct, communicate and control energy across utility applications and Hubbell Electrical Solutions (HES) are essential to managing power across a wide range of industries and applications. Our vertical market solutions can be applied to markets including Data Centers, Renewables, Commercial Buildings, Industrial, Telecom and Transportation. Supporting both of our business segments is our corporate and Hubbell Unified Business Solutions teams that provide consistent process, tools technologies across our businesses.
We are committed to operating sustainably and ethically while promoting an inclusive and supportive culture for our people to grow and develop in their careers. Our employees proudly work and serve our communities from our headquarters in Shelton, CT, across the United States and around the globe.
Hubbell Utility Solutions
Hubbell Utility Solutions (HUS) enable the grid to conduct, communicate and control energy across utility applications. HUS provides the critical components that allow the grid to reliably transmit and distribute energy, as well as the communications and controls technologies to make the grid smarter and more flexible.
Hubbell Incorporated, its subsidiaries and affiliates, is an EO Employer AA: M/F/Veteran/Disability. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other protected class.
The above summary of position responsibilities and requirements is not intended, and should not be construed, to be an exhaustive list of duties, skills, efforts, physical requirements, or working conditions associated with the position. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of those principal position elements essential for making decisions related to position performance, employee development, and compensation.
Nearest Major Market: Waukesha
Nearest Secondary Market: Milwaukee
Job Segment: Project Manager, Telecom, Telecommunications, Technology
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding STEM OPT Authorization as an Asset Protection Specialist
Verify your CIP code before applying
Your STEM OPT eligibility depends on your degree's CIP code matching the STEM-designated list. Criminal justice technology, data analytics, and information systems degrees commonly qualify. Confirm your program's code with your DSO before targeting roles.
Filter for E-Verify enrolled employers only
Every STEM OPT employer must be enrolled in E-Verify, and asset protection roles at retailers, logistics firms, and financial institutions vary widely in compliance status. Search Migrate Mate to find Asset Protection Specialist openings already filtered for E-Verify enrollment.
Target industries with structured onboarding timelines
Retail chains, healthcare systems, and financial institutions run formal asset protection hiring cycles tied to fiscal quarters. Applying in late Q3 or early Q4 aligns your start date with budget cycles, reducing the gap between offer and I-983 submission.
Draft your I-983 training plan before the offer stage
USCIS requires a signed I-983 connecting your daily duties to your STEM degree's learning objectives. Prepare a draft that maps loss prevention analytics, risk assessment, or inventory control responsibilities to specific technical skills from your coursework before negotiating your offer.
Check the prevailing wage before accepting an offer
If your employer later files an H-1B visa or other status change, wage compliance becomes critical. Run the SOC code for Asset Protection Specialist through OFLC Wage Search to confirm the local prevailing wage aligns with your offered compensation before signing.
Clarify the cap-gap window with your hiring manager
If your OPT expires while an H-1B petition is pending for October 1, the cap-gap rule automatically extends your work authorization. Confirm your employer understands this USCIS provision so employment doesn't lapse during the transition period.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does an Asset Protection Specialist role qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
It depends on how the role is structured and which degree you hold. Asset Protection Specialist positions that involve data analytics, security systems, or technology-driven loss prevention can qualify when tied to a STEM-designated degree in fields like information systems, data science, or criminal justice technology. Your DSO must confirm that the role's responsibilities directly apply your STEM training before approving the I-983.
How do I know if an employer is enrolled in E-Verify for this role?
E-Verify enrollment is mandatory for all STEM OPT employers, but not every asset protection employer is enrolled. You can ask the recruiter or HR contact directly, or use Migrate Mate to browse Asset Protection Specialist openings that are already filtered for E-Verify compliance. Do not assume large retailers or national employers are automatically enrolled without confirming.
What goes into the I-983 training plan for an Asset Protection Specialist?
The I-983 must show a direct connection between your STEM degree's learning objectives and your day-to-day responsibilities. For asset protection roles, this typically means documenting how you use data analysis, risk modeling, security technology, or statistical reporting in your work. Your employer's supervisor signs the form, and your DSO must approve it before your STEM OPT extension begins.
What happens to my work authorization if my OPT ends while an H-1B is pending?
If your employer files an H-1B cap-subject petition before your OPT expires and USCIS selects it in the lottery, the cap-gap rule extends your work authorization through September 30 or until the petition is adjudicated, whichever comes first. You can continue working as an Asset Protection Specialist during this period as long as your EAD and the cap-gap extension together cover the gap.
Which STEM degrees most commonly support Asset Protection Specialist roles?
Degrees in information systems, data analytics, supply chain management, and criminal justice technology are most frequently matched to asset protection positions because the work involves loss prevention data, inventory tracking systems, and security technology. Check O*NET for the occupation's knowledge and skill requirements, then compare those to your degree's CIP code to assess fit before your DSO reviews the I-983.