STEM OPT Control Systems Engineer Jobs

Control Systems Engineer roles qualify for the 24-month STEM OPT extension when your degree falls under an approved CIP code in engineering or computer science. Employers must be enrolled in E-Verify and sign a Form I-983 training plan outlining your learning objectives and supervision structure before your extension begins.

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Process Control Systems Engineer
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Process Control Systems Engineer
Micron Technology
Manassas, Virginia
Specialized Engineering
Industrial & Manufacturing Engineering
Quality Control
Data Science & Analytics
Project & Program Management
Engineering (Non-Software)
Manufacturing Engineering
Data Science
Project Management
$85k - $216k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Field Service Control Systems Engineer
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Field Service Control Systems Engineer
Novaspect
Des Moines, Iowa
Specialized Engineering
Electrical Engineering
Industrial & Manufacturing Engineering
Technical Product & Program Management
Engineering (Non-Software)
Manufacturing Engineering
$82k - $92k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's
201-500

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Engineer II, Control Systems
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Engineer II, Control Systems
Getinge
Merrimack, New Hampshire
Specialized Engineering
Electrical Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Engineering (Non-Software)
$75k - $100k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Control Systems Engineer
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Control Systems Engineer
Knapp
Kennesaw, Georgia
IT Support & Systems Administration
Customer Service & Support
Technical Product & Program Management
IT Support
Customer Support
Hybrid
Bachelor's

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Control Systems Engineer
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Control Systems Engineer
American Crystal Sugar Company
Hillsboro, North Dakota
Specialized Engineering
Electrical Engineering
Industrial & Manufacturing Engineering
Project & Program Management
Engineering (Non-Software)
Manufacturing Engineering
Project Management
$110k - $137k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's
1,001-5,000

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Tips for Finding STEM OPT Authorization as a Control Systems Engineer

Verify your CIP code before applying

Check that your degree's CIP code appears on the STEM Designated Degree Program List before targeting control systems roles. Engineering disciplines like electrical, mechanical, and systems engineering typically qualify, but your DSO confirms eligibility through your I-20.

Confirm E-Verify enrollment during screening

Ask recruiters directly whether the hiring entity, not just the parent company, is enrolled in E-Verify. Multi-site organizations sometimes have subsidiaries without active enrollment, which disqualifies them as STEM OPT employers regardless of company size.

Draft your I-983 training plan before your offer letter is signed

Control systems roles involve distinct learning objectives around PLC programming, SCADA systems, and feedback loop design. Having a draft I-983 ready speeds up employer approval and shows technical fluency that distinguishes you from candidates unfamiliar with the requirement.

Target employers with LCA filings in systems engineering SOC codes

Search DOL Office of Foreign Labor Certification disclosure data filtered to SOC code 17-2199 or 17-2071. Employers who have filed LCAs for these codes already understand STEM authorization workflows and are more likely to navigate your extension without delays. Use Migrate Mate to surface this filing history quickly.

Use OFLC Wage Search to negotiate from a documented baseline

Look up the prevailing wage for your role, experience level, and work location using the OFLC Wage Search before salary discussions. Control systems engineering wages vary significantly by industry, and your LCA wage floor must meet the prevailing wage for your specific SOC code and metro area.

Understand cap-gap coverage if your H-1B is selected

If your H-1B visa registration is selected while you're on STEM OPT, cap-gap automatically extends your work authorization through September 30. Your employer doesn't need to take additional action during that window, but your I-20 must reflect the cap-gap extension before your STEM OPT end date.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does a control systems engineering degree qualify for the STEM OPT extension?

Most control systems engineering degrees qualify, but eligibility depends on your specific CIP code appearing on the STEM Designated Degree Program List, not just your job title. Electrical engineering (CIP 14.1001), mechanical engineering (CIP 14.1901), and systems engineering (CIP 14.2701) are common qualifying codes. Your DSO verifies eligibility and updates your I-20 before USCIS approves the extension.

What does the I-983 training plan need to cover for a control systems role?

Your I-983 must describe specific learning goals tied to your work assignments, not generic job duties. For control systems engineers, that means documenting objectives around areas like feedback control design, embedded systems programming, or industrial automation. Your employer's supervisor signs the plan, and both parties must provide annual evaluations to USCIS. Vague training plans are a common reason extensions face complications.

How do I verify that an employer is enrolled in E-Verify before accepting an offer?

Ask the recruiter or HR contact to confirm E-Verify enrollment for the specific hiring entity. E-Verify enrollment is searchable through the official E-Verify Employer Search tool maintained by DHS. Enrollment at a parent company doesn't automatically extend to subsidiaries or contracting entities, so confirm the exact legal entity that will appear on your offer letter.

What happens to my STEM OPT if my H-1B petition is approved mid-extension?

If USCIS selects your H-1B registration and approves the petition with an October 1 start date, cap-gap provisions extend your STEM OPT work authorization through September 30 without any gap. Your employer doesn't need to file anything additional during this period, but your DSO must issue a cap-gap I-20 before your current STEM OPT end date expires.

Where can I find control systems engineer jobs from employers already familiar with STEM OPT?

Migrate Mate filters Control Systems Engineer listings to employers with verified DOL Labor Condition Application filing history, so you can identify companies that have already sponsored engineers in similar roles. This saves time by focusing your applications on employers who understand STEM OPT requirements, E-Verify obligations, and the I-983 training plan process.