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Customer Engineer roles in cloud infrastructure, hardware deployment, and enterprise software qualify for STEM OPT when your degree aligns with the technical demands of the position. Your employer must be enrolled in E-Verify, and the 24-month STEM extension gives you up to 36 months total to build deep client-facing technical experience while pursuing H-1B visa sponsorship.
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Who are we:
Antolin is a leading global automotive supplier, we are experts in designing, manufacturing, and supplying innovative solutions for vehicles around the world. Our product portfolio includes trim, headliners, and acoustic systems, as well as lighting and other interior systems. We offer comprehensive solutions with a focus on quality, safety, and sustainability. Our products are used in many of the world’s leading car brands, including JLR, BMW, Toyota, Volkswagen, Audi, Mercedes-Benz, Stellantis, GM and, FORD.
What can we offer you:
- You will be part of a highly engaged multinational Organization with international career opportunities.
- We offer you a learning journey adapted to your professional experience.
- You will work on international projects for world-renowned companies in Automotive sector.
- You can find an Open Environment to learn new technologies.
- We can offer you a competitive salary, benefits and valuable OEM discounts.
Mission:
Provide the Best Experience to the people from the automotive interior by ensuring product and process quality throughout the supply chain by leading effective quality systems, supporting customer satisfaction, and preventing defects from 0km through warranty stages.
Responsibilities:
- Coordinates activities of Quality Technicians / Auditors as needed.
- Train / mentor subordinate Quality Personnel as needed.
- Responsible for customer interfacing on quality issues for assigned responsibilities.
- Monitor and act on deviations in the Customer Scorecards to ensure Customer Satisfaction.
- Responsible for supplier interfacing on quality issues for assigned responsibilities including APQP/PPAP.
- Responsible for sample submissions for new product or engineering changes.
- Maintain control plans, PFMEAs inspection and gage instructions and other assigned quality plan documentation.
- Lead problem solving activities for internal and external concerns relating to assigned responsibilities.
- Use of problem-solving tools such as: 8D, Ishikawa, 5W2H, 5 Why’s, Pareto, paynter charts.
- Use of statistical tools such as: CPK, PPK, Histograms, Dispersion diagram.
- Maintain Advanced Quality Planning (APQP) documentation for assigned programs.
- Develop, implement and maintain data collection and metric systems to ensure effectiveness of quality systems.
- Adhere to all safety rules and regulations.
- Any additional reasonable request deemed necessary by Management. Has the authority to approve sample submission documentation.
- Initiate actions to prevent the occurrence of any nonconformance relating to product, process and quality systems.
- Identify and record any problems relating to the product, process or quality system.
- Initiate, recommend or provide solutions through appropriate channels and verify implementation.
- Control further processing and delivery of nonconforming product until the deficiency is corrected.
- Grupo Antolin Quality Systems including Test Tool Management, QIM Management, NCR, SAP as applicable.
- Customer Specific Requirements.
- Additional job related tasks as needed.
What we are looking for:
- Educational Requirements: Minimum four (4) year degree is required. An ASQ Certified Quality Engineer certification is desired, and a Master’s degree is optional.
- Experience: At least 3 years of experience in an automotive manufacturing environment is required. A minimum of 1 year of experience in supplier and customer-related quality engineering is also required, along with at least 1 year of experience working with APQP on new products within the automotive industry.
- Physical Requirement: Work involves both office and manufacturing settings. Office tasks require sitting or standing at a computer and using standard equipment. Manufacturing tasks may require walking or standing for extended periods, performing inspections, light lifting, and wearing required PPE.
- Skills & Abilities:
- Core AIAG quality training, including PPAP, MSA, Control Plans, FMEA, and SPC.
- Strong competency in metrology, blueprint reading, statistical techniques, and color/appearance measurement.
- Effective communication, decision-making, problem-solving, and defect-identification skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
- Familiarity with Antolin systems such as BEONE, SAP, QIM, and NCR (preferred).
- Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English; Spanish language ability is desired.
Here at Antolin, we are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in our workplace. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, or disability status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any of these protected characteristics. We encourage applications from all individuals and strongly support diversity in our workplace. We strive to create an inclusive environment for everyone, and we are committed to treating everyone in a fair and equitable manner. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment.
This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities. The Company reserves the right to revise the job description at any time. Duties, responsibilities or activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice. The employee must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily. If requested, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job, absent undue hardship.
DREAM. DARE. DO
Location:
Kansas City, MO, US
Job Type:
Company: Grupo Antolin MissouriLLC (MSR)
Nearest Major Market: Kansas City
Job Segment: Quality Engineer, Manufacturing Engineer, Supply Chain, SAP, ERP, Engineering, Operations, Technology
INCA03-Customer Quality Engineer
Who are we:
Antolin is a leading global automotive supplier, we are experts in designing, manufacturing, and supplying innovative solutions for vehicles around the world. Our product portfolio includes trim, headliners, and acoustic systems, as well as lighting and other interior systems. We offer comprehensive solutions with a focus on quality, safety, and sustainability. Our products are used in many of the world’s leading car brands, including JLR, BMW, Toyota, Volkswagen, Audi, Mercedes-Benz, Stellantis, GM and, FORD.
What can we offer you:
- You will be part of a highly engaged multinational Organization with international career opportunities.
- We offer you a learning journey adapted to your professional experience.
- You will work on international projects for world-renowned companies in Automotive sector.
- You can find an Open Environment to learn new technologies.
- We can offer you a competitive salary, benefits and valuable OEM discounts.
Mission:
Provide the Best Experience to the people from the automotive interior by ensuring product and process quality throughout the supply chain by leading effective quality systems, supporting customer satisfaction, and preventing defects from 0km through warranty stages.
Responsibilities:
- Coordinates activities of Quality Technicians / Auditors as needed.
- Train / mentor subordinate Quality Personnel as needed.
- Responsible for customer interfacing on quality issues for assigned responsibilities.
- Monitor and act on deviations in the Customer Scorecards to ensure Customer Satisfaction.
- Responsible for supplier interfacing on quality issues for assigned responsibilities including APQP/PPAP.
- Responsible for sample submissions for new product or engineering changes.
- Maintain control plans, PFMEAs inspection and gage instructions and other assigned quality plan documentation.
- Lead problem solving activities for internal and external concerns relating to assigned responsibilities.
- Use of problem-solving tools such as: 8D, Ishikawa, 5W2H, 5 Why’s, Pareto, paynter charts.
- Use of statistical tools such as: CPK, PPK, Histograms, Dispersion diagram.
- Maintain Advanced Quality Planning (APQP) documentation for assigned programs.
- Develop, implement and maintain data collection and metric systems to ensure effectiveness of quality systems.
- Adhere to all safety rules and regulations.
- Any additional reasonable request deemed necessary by Management. Has the authority to approve sample submission documentation.
- Initiate actions to prevent the occurrence of any nonconformance relating to product, process and quality systems.
- Identify and record any problems relating to the product, process or quality system.
- Initiate, recommend or provide solutions through appropriate channels and verify implementation.
- Control further processing and delivery of nonconforming product until the deficiency is corrected.
- Grupo Antolin Quality Systems including Test Tool Management, QIM Management, NCR, SAP as applicable.
- Customer Specific Requirements.
- Additional job related tasks as needed.
What we are looking for:
- Educational Requirements: Minimum four (4) year degree is required. An ASQ Certified Quality Engineer certification is desired, and a Master’s degree is optional.
- Experience: At least 3 years of experience in an automotive manufacturing environment is required. A minimum of 1 year of experience in supplier and customer-related quality engineering is also required, along with at least 1 year of experience working with APQP on new products within the automotive industry.
- Physical Requirement: Work involves both office and manufacturing settings. Office tasks require sitting or standing at a computer and using standard equipment. Manufacturing tasks may require walking or standing for extended periods, performing inspections, light lifting, and wearing required PPE.
- Skills & Abilities:
- Core AIAG quality training, including PPAP, MSA, Control Plans, FMEA, and SPC.
- Strong competency in metrology, blueprint reading, statistical techniques, and color/appearance measurement.
- Effective communication, decision-making, problem-solving, and defect-identification skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
- Familiarity with Antolin systems such as BEONE, SAP, QIM, and NCR (preferred).
- Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English; Spanish language ability is desired.
Here at Antolin, we are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in our workplace. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, or disability status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any of these protected characteristics. We encourage applications from all individuals and strongly support diversity in our workplace. We strive to create an inclusive environment for everyone, and we are committed to treating everyone in a fair and equitable manner. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment.
This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities. The Company reserves the right to revise the job description at any time. Duties, responsibilities or activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice. The employee must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily. If requested, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job, absent undue hardship.
DREAM. DARE. DO
Location:
Kansas City, MO, US
Job Type:
Company: Grupo Antolin MissouriLLC (MSR)
Nearest Major Market: Kansas City
Job Segment: Quality Engineer, Manufacturing Engineer, Supply Chain, SAP, ERP, Engineering, Operations, Technology
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding STEM OPT Authorization as a Customer Engineer
Verify your CIP code matches the role
Pull your degree's Classification of Instructional Programs code from your transcript or DSO and cross-check it against the Customer Engineer job description. Roles requiring systems integration, network engineering, or applied computing map cleanly to STEM-eligible CIP codes, but a mismatch will invalidate your extension before it starts.
Confirm E-Verify enrollment before signing
Ask the recruiter for the company's E-Verify Company ID or look up their enrollment status through the E-Verify portal before accepting an offer. Customer Engineer roles at hardware vendors or managed service providers often hire through staffing intermediaries, so verify that your direct legal employer, not just the end client, is enrolled.
Build your I-983 training plan around technical deliverables
Your I-983 must tie each learning objective to a measurable on-the-job outcome. For Customer Engineer roles, map objectives to specific deployment cycles, escalation tiers, or certification milestones you'll complete, so USCIS can see a concrete connection between the training and your STEM degree field.
Target employers with active H-1B filing history
Use Migrate Mate to filter Customer Engineer openings by employers who have filed H-1B Labor Condition Applications, which signals both E-Verify enrollment and genuine sponsorship infrastructure. Companies deploying enterprise hardware or cloud solutions at scale file LCAs regularly for technical client roles.
Align your offer letter start date with your OPT timeline
STEM OPT applications must be filed at least 90 days before your current EAD expires, and USCIS recommends filing earlier to avoid gaps. If your Customer Engineer offer extends past your initial OPT end date, get your DSO to recommend the extension immediately after signing so your new EAD is in process before day one.
Use O*NET to document specialty occupation alignment
Pull the Customer Engineer occupation profile from O*NET and note the listed education and technical competency requirements. Including this documentation in your employer's H-1B petition, alongside your degree transcripts, directly supports the specialty occupation argument for a role that blends engineering depth with client-facing responsibilities.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Customer Engineer role qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
It depends on whether your underlying degree is STEM-designated and whether the Customer Engineer role requires applying that technical knowledge directly. Degrees in computer science, electrical engineering, information systems, or applied mathematics commonly qualify. Your DSO will verify that your CIP code appears on the STEM Designated Degree Program List maintained by USCIS before recommending the extension.
What E-Verify requirement applies to my STEM OPT employer?
Every employer who hires you on a STEM OPT extension must be enrolled in E-Verify, and that enrollment must cover the specific worksite where you'll perform your Customer Engineer duties. If you're placed at a client site under a staffing or consulting arrangement, your direct employer, not the client, must hold the E-Verify enrollment. Confirm this before your first day.
What should my I-983 training plan include for a Customer Engineer position?
Your I-983 must describe specific technical learning goals tied to your STEM degree and the Customer Engineer role. Include measurable outcomes such as completing a systems deployment independently, achieving a vendor certification, or escalating and resolving a defined class of technical incidents. Vague objectives like 'gain experience' won't satisfy the practical training requirement USCIS expects to see.
How does cap-gap protection affect my Customer Engineer job search?
If your employer files an H-1B petition on your behalf before your STEM OPT EAD expires and you're selected in the lottery, cap-gap protection automatically extends your work authorization through September 30 of that fiscal year. You can continue in your Customer Engineer role without interruption during this period, and you don't need a new EAD to keep working.
Where can I find Customer Engineer jobs where the employer is already set up for STEM OPT?
Migrate Mate filters Customer Engineer openings by employers with documented H-1B Labor Condition Application history, which confirms both E-Verify enrollment and active sponsorship infrastructure. Focusing your search on these employers reduces the back-and-forth of educating HR about STEM OPT requirements and gives you a clearer path from offer to approved extension.