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Commissioning Engineer roles in systems integration, energy, and industrial automation qualify for STEM OPT's 24-month extension when your degree aligns with an eligible CIP code. Your employer must be enrolled in E-Verify and sign your I-983 training plan before your extension start date.
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A Commissioning Project Engineer (CxPE) supports the delivery of data center capacity through managing project milestone auditing, calibration, and commissioning execution for new construction and Capital Improvement Projects (CIPP).
This position is part of a career development program, which aims to develop the CxPE into a Commissioning Engineer (CxE) through a three-phase mentoring program.
AWS Infrastructure Services owns the design, planning, delivery, and operation of all AWS global infrastructure. In other words, we’re the people who keep the cloud running. We support all AWS data centers and all of the servers, storage, networking, power, and cooling equipment that ensure our customers have continual access to the innovation they rely on. We work on the most challenging problems, with thousands of variables impacting the supply chain — and we’re looking for talented people who want to help.
You’ll join a diverse team of software, hardware, and network engineers, supply chain specialists, security experts, operations managers, and other vital roles. You’ll collaborate with people across AWS to help us deliver the highest standards for safety and security while providing seemingly infinite capacity at the lowest possible cost for our customers. And you’ll experience an inclusive culture that welcomes bold ideas and empowers you to own them to completion.
Key job responsibilities
The key responsibility of a Project Engineer is to develop a detailed understanding of AWS critical infrastructure. You will learn the fundamentals related to managing a commissioning project within AWS. As part of this process you will work with different team members who will introduce you to the internal project management tools. You will then progress to the on the job phase where you will participate in the on-site commissioning activities. During the phase of you will support the Lead Commissioning Engineers (CxE) with managing a project from beginning to end.
- Manage the creation of projects within internal Amazon systems.
- Manage the administrative task related to the commissioning process.
- Support the Request for Quote process, ensuring all relevant documentation is available for the commissioning vendors to provide a detailed quote.
- Manage the required vendor project deliverables ensuring on time delivery for the CxE's review.
- Manage project resourcing ensuring all vendors comply with the Leads Qualification Process (LQP).
- Create and manage the approval of the Change Management requests for the commissioning activities of the assigned project.
About the team
Amazon Web Services (AWS) is the world’s most comprehensive and broadly adopted cloud platform. We pioneered cloud computing and never stopped innovating — that’s why customers from the most successful startups to Global 500 companies trust our robust suite of products and services to power their businesses.
Amazon values diverse experiences. Even if you do not meet all of the preferred qualifications and skills listed in the job description, we encourage candidates to apply. If your career is just starting, hasn’t followed a traditional path, or includes alternative experiences, don’t let it stop you from applying.
We value work-life harmony. Achieving success at work should never come at the expense of sacrifices at home, which is why we strive for flexibility as part of our working culture. When we feel supported in the workplace and at home, there’s nothing we can’t achieve in the cloud.
Here at AWS, it’s in our nature to learn and be curious. Our employee-led affinity groups foster a culture of inclusion that empower us to be proud of our differences. Ongoing events and learning experiences, including our Conversations on Race and Ethnicity (CORE) and AmazeCon conferences, inspire us to never stop embracing our uniqueness.
We’re continuously raising our performance bar as we strive to become Earth’s Best Employer. That’s why you’ll find endless knowledge-sharing, mentorship and other career-advancing resources here to help you develop into a better-rounded professional.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field
- 1+ years of electrical or mechanical engineering experience
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience with Microsoft Office including Outlook, Word, and Excel
- Knowledge of mission critical systems (data centers, hospitals, power plants, military facilities, etc.)
- Experience in construction or project management
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.
The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits.
LOCATION
USA, VA, Herndon - 96,000.00 - 166,300.00 USD annually
DESCRIPTION
A Commissioning Project Engineer (CxPE) supports the delivery of data center capacity through managing project milestone auditing, calibration, and commissioning execution for new construction and Capital Improvement Projects (CIPP).
This position is part of a career development program, which aims to develop the CxPE into a Commissioning Engineer (CxE) through a three-phase mentoring program.
AWS Infrastructure Services owns the design, planning, delivery, and operation of all AWS global infrastructure. In other words, we’re the people who keep the cloud running. We support all AWS data centers and all of the servers, storage, networking, power, and cooling equipment that ensure our customers have continual access to the innovation they rely on. We work on the most challenging problems, with thousands of variables impacting the supply chain — and we’re looking for talented people who want to help.
You’ll join a diverse team of software, hardware, and network engineers, supply chain specialists, security experts, operations managers, and other vital roles. You’ll collaborate with people across AWS to help us deliver the highest standards for safety and security while providing seemingly infinite capacity at the lowest possible cost for our customers. And you’ll experience an inclusive culture that welcomes bold ideas and empowers you to own them to completion.
Key job responsibilities
The key responsibility of a Project Engineer is to develop a detailed understanding of AWS critical infrastructure. You will learn the fundamentals related to managing a commissioning project within AWS. As part of this process you will work with different team members who will introduce you to the internal project management tools. You will then progress to the on the job phase where you will participate in the on-site commissioning activities. During the phase of you will support the Lead Commissioning Engineers (CxE) with managing a project from beginning to end.
- Manage the creation of projects within internal Amazon systems.
- Manage the administrative task related to the commissioning process.
- Support the Request for Quote process, ensuring all relevant documentation is available for the commissioning vendors to provide a detailed quote.
- Manage the required vendor project deliverables ensuring on time delivery for the CxE's review.
- Manage project resourcing ensuring all vendors comply with the Leads Qualification Process (LQP).
- Create and manage the approval of the Change Management requests for the commissioning activities of the assigned project.
About the team
Amazon Web Services (AWS) is the world’s most comprehensive and broadly adopted cloud platform. We pioneered cloud computing and never stopped innovating — that’s why customers from the most successful startups to Global 500 companies trust our robust suite of products and services to power their businesses.
Amazon values diverse experiences. Even if you do not meet all of the preferred qualifications and skills listed in the job description, we encourage candidates to apply. If your career is just starting, hasn’t followed a traditional path, or includes alternative experiences, don’t let it stop you from applying.
We value work-life harmony. Achieving success at work should never come at the expense of sacrifices at home, which is why we strive for flexibility as part of our working culture. When we feel supported in the workplace and at home, there’s nothing we can’t achieve in the cloud.
Here at AWS, it’s in our nature to learn and be curious. Our employee-led affinity groups foster a culture of inclusion that empower us to be proud of our differences. Ongoing events and learning experiences, including our Conversations on Race and Ethnicity (CORE) and AmazeCon conferences, inspire us to never stop embracing our uniqueness.
We’re continuously raising our performance bar as we strive to become Earth’s Best Employer. That’s why you’ll find endless knowledge-sharing, mentorship and other career-advancing resources here to help you develop into a better-rounded professional.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field
- 1+ years of electrical or mechanical engineering experience
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience with Microsoft Office including Outlook, Word, and Excel
- Knowledge of mission critical systems (data centers, hospitals, power plants, military facilities, etc.)
- Experience in construction or project management
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.
The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits.
LOCATION
USA, VA, Herndon - 96,000.00 - 166,300.00 USD annually
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding STEM OPT Authorization as a Commissioning Engineer
Verify your CIP code before applying
Check your degree's Classification of Instructional Programs code against the DHS STEM OPT designated degree list. Mechanical, electrical, and systems engineering degrees typically qualify, but interdisciplinary programs sometimes carry unexpected CIP codes that affect eligibility.
Confirm E-Verify enrollment before accepting offers
Ask the recruiter for the employer's E-Verify company ID or have HR confirm active enrollment in writing. Engineering contractors and project-based firms frequently use staffing intermediaries, and the entity signing your I-983 must be the enrolled E-Verify participant.
Target companies with existing I-983 infrastructure
Commissioning roles span utilities, oil and gas, and building systems, but only larger engineering firms typically have HR teams familiar with the I-983 training plan. Ask during interviews whether the company has previously onboarded STEM OPT engineers to avoid delays at the filing stage.
Use Migrate Mate to filter roles by E-Verify status
Search Commissioning Engineer listings on Migrate Mate, which surfaces employers based on verified sponsorship history. Filtering by E-Verify enrollment saves you from applying to project-based contractors that can't legally serve as your STEM OPT employer of record.
Benchmark your offer against DOL prevailing wage data
Look up the prevailing wage for your SOC code and work location using the OFLC Wage Search before negotiating. Commissioning Engineer compensation varies sharply by industry sector, and your training plan must reflect a salary consistent with similarly employed U.S. workers in that region.
Submit your I-983 training plan before your OPT end date
Your DSO must receive a completed and employer-signed I-983 in time to update your SEVIS record before your initial OPT expires. Build in at least three weeks for back-and-forth on the learning objectives section, which engineering managers often underestimate in complexity.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Commissioning Engineer role qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
Yes, if your degree is in an eligible STEM field such as electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, or systems engineering and carries a qualifying CIP code on the DHS designated degree list. The job itself must also provide practical training directly related to that degree. O*NET classifies Commissioning Engineers under industrial and systems engineering SOC codes, which routinely satisfy the degree-relatedness requirement USCIS evaluates.
What does the I-983 training plan require for a Commissioning Engineer?
The I-983 requires your employer to document specific learning objectives tied to your STEM degree, the supervision structure, and how the role develops your technical competencies. For Commissioning Engineers, this typically means outlining hands-on systems validation, instrumentation calibration, and commissioning protocol responsibilities. Your employer and DSO both sign the form, and USCIS can request it during any status review, so vague job descriptions create compliance risk.
Does my employer need to be enrolled in E-Verify to hire me on STEM OPT?
Yes, E-Verify enrollment is a hard requirement for STEM OPT employers, not a preference. The entity that signs your I-983 and employs you directly must be actively enrolled. If you're placed through a staffing agency or engineering contractor, clarify which legal entity will be your employer of record, since the contracting client site does not satisfy the requirement if they aren't the signing party on your training plan.
What happens to my STEM OPT authorization if my Commissioning Engineer job ends before the 24 months are up?
You have a 60-day grace period after your employment ends to find a new STEM OPT-eligible employer, transfer your authorization, or depart the country. If your new employer is also E-Verify enrolled and your degree still qualifies, your DSO can update your SEVIS record with a new I-983. Work stops immediately upon separation, so don't delay notifying your DSO.
How do I find Commissioning Engineer employers who are set up to hire STEM OPT students?
Search on Migrate Mate, which filters Commissioning Engineer listings by employers with verified sponsorship and E-Verify history. Beyond job boards, target utilities, industrial automation firms, and large EPC contractors, since these sectors have established HR processes for work authorization compliance. During outreach, ask specifically whether the company has an active E-Verify ID and prior experience managing I-983 training plans for engineering hires.