STEM OPT Design Engineer Jobs
Design Engineer roles in product development, mechanical systems, and CAD-driven manufacturing qualify for the STEM OPT 24-month extension when your employer is enrolled in E-Verify. Eligible degrees span mechanical, electrical, industrial, and materials engineering CIP codes. You can work up to 36 months total before needing H-1B visa or another long-term visa.
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Learn about our benefits designed for you to Thrive at work and at home.
We boldly go.
Where is the work:
Monday to Thursday, work onsite with your colleagues. Fridays, choose your work location, balancing what your work requires.
What's in it for you:
As a Product Design Engineer at Trane Technologies, you will be a key member of a high performing team of product development engineers and designers for the Commercial Unitary Water Source Heat Pump (WSHP) Products. In this role, you will be responsible for designing the equipment and systems that meet our customers’ requirements. You will contribute to and lead engineering teams, develop concepts for new & improved commercial HVAC products, and solve complex technical problems leading to production of sustainable new products. This role works closely with other departments in engineering, manufacturing, marketing, service, and sourcing to create integrated and optimized designs and support ongoing business activities. In this role, you will also have opportunities to learn from some of the industry’s best people, while having opportunities to develop leadership skills by running projects that support the business.
What you will do:
- Develop HVAC refrigeration and airflow systems to meet performance, regulatory, quality, and cost requirements.
- Review and understand the technical feasibility of product and internal requirements. Design and select robust and cost-effective components and develop engineering specifications.
- Understand and apply applicable regulatory codes such as UL.
- Complete system integration tasks including: engineering design, engineering specifications, support creation of layouts, and design reviews.
- Develop laboratory test plans and analyze test data to ensure product performance and quality.
- Support the creation of the documentation package to ensure documentation reflects the design intent and that all required documents are completed on time and to the satisfaction of the internal customers.
- Demonstrate that all knowledge gaps, Failures (FRACAS) and Design Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (DFMEA) items are resolved to minimize potential for quality escapes.
- Provide guidance and leadership to designers, lab technicians, and other team members.
- Manage project schedules and teams for assigned projects.
What you will bring:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Arts/Sciences (BA/BS) in an Engineering discipline.
- 3-5 years' experience leading technical aspects of product design projects, validation testing, and root cause analysis.
- Deliver and lead technical designs to meet project and product requirements.
- Familiarity with HVAC system functions including refrigeration, heat transfer, airflow, and ventilation preferred.
- Good understanding of the application of computer simulation tools and theory to HVAC system design preferred.
Annual Base Salary Range or Hourly Base Pay Range:
$69,600.00 - $124,950.00
Compensation Type:
Salary
Incentive Eligible:
No
Sales Commission Eligible:
No
Disclaimer: We strive to provide competitive compensation for this position, tailored to a variety of factors. The actual compensation will depend on elements such as seniority, merit, geographic location, education, experience, travel requirements, and union designation. Our compensation range is generally based on the national average for the country. Additionally, benefits may vary depending on the region, business alignment, union involvement, and employee status.
Thrive at work and at home:
- Benefits kick in on DAY ONE for you and your family, including health insurance and holistic wellness programs that include generous incentives – WE DARE TO CARE!
- Family building benefits include fertility coverage and adoption/surrogacy assistance.
- 401K match up to 6%, plus an additional 2% core contribution = up to 8% company contribution.
- Paid time off includes 15 vacation days, 9 paid holidays, 3 floating holidays, sick leave, and additional options to support volunteer and parental leave.
- Educational and training opportunities through company programs along with tuition assistance and student debt support.
Disclaimer: Benefit offerings may vary depending on Collective Bargaining Agreements and local/state regulations.
Safety Sensitive Role:
No
The company designates certain roles as Safety Sensitive. Safety Sensitive roles may require that you pass additional drug screening.
We offer competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits and programs. We are an equal opportunity employer; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, pregnancy, age, marital status, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any legally protected status.
Be a part of our mission! As a world leader in creating comfortable, sustainable, and efficient climate solutions for buildings, homes and transportation, it's our responsibility to put the planet first. For us at Trane Technologies, and through our businesses including Trane® and Thermo King, sustainability is not just how we do business—it is our business. Do you dare to look at the world's challenges and see impactful possibilities? Do you want to contribute to making a better future? If the answer is yes, we invite you to consider joining us in boldly challenging what's possible for a sustainable world.
Learn about our benefits designed for you to Thrive at work and at home.
We boldly go.
Where is the work:
Monday to Thursday, work onsite with your colleagues. Fridays, choose your work location, balancing what your work requires.
What's in it for you:
As a Product Design Engineer at Trane Technologies, you will be a key member of a high performing team of product development engineers and designers for the Commercial Unitary Water Source Heat Pump (WSHP) Products. In this role, you will be responsible for designing the equipment and systems that meet our customers’ requirements. You will contribute to and lead engineering teams, develop concepts for new & improved commercial HVAC products, and solve complex technical problems leading to production of sustainable new products. This role works closely with other departments in engineering, manufacturing, marketing, service, and sourcing to create integrated and optimized designs and support ongoing business activities. In this role, you will also have opportunities to learn from some of the industry’s best people, while having opportunities to develop leadership skills by running projects that support the business.
What you will do:
- Develop HVAC refrigeration and airflow systems to meet performance, regulatory, quality, and cost requirements.
- Review and understand the technical feasibility of product and internal requirements. Design and select robust and cost-effective components and develop engineering specifications.
- Understand and apply applicable regulatory codes such as UL.
- Complete system integration tasks including: engineering design, engineering specifications, support creation of layouts, and design reviews.
- Develop laboratory test plans and analyze test data to ensure product performance and quality.
- Support the creation of the documentation package to ensure documentation reflects the design intent and that all required documents are completed on time and to the satisfaction of the internal customers.
- Demonstrate that all knowledge gaps, Failures (FRACAS) and Design Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (DFMEA) items are resolved to minimize potential for quality escapes.
- Provide guidance and leadership to designers, lab technicians, and other team members.
- Manage project schedules and teams for assigned projects.
What you will bring:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Arts/Sciences (BA/BS) in an Engineering discipline.
- 3-5 years' experience leading technical aspects of product design projects, validation testing, and root cause analysis.
- Deliver and lead technical designs to meet project and product requirements.
- Familiarity with HVAC system functions including refrigeration, heat transfer, airflow, and ventilation preferred.
- Good understanding of the application of computer simulation tools and theory to HVAC system design preferred.
Annual Base Salary Range or Hourly Base Pay Range:
$69,600.00 - $124,950.00
Compensation Type:
Salary
Incentive Eligible:
No
Sales Commission Eligible:
No
Disclaimer: We strive to provide competitive compensation for this position, tailored to a variety of factors. The actual compensation will depend on elements such as seniority, merit, geographic location, education, experience, travel requirements, and union designation. Our compensation range is generally based on the national average for the country. Additionally, benefits may vary depending on the region, business alignment, union involvement, and employee status.
Thrive at work and at home:
- Benefits kick in on DAY ONE for you and your family, including health insurance and holistic wellness programs that include generous incentives – WE DARE TO CARE!
- Family building benefits include fertility coverage and adoption/surrogacy assistance.
- 401K match up to 6%, plus an additional 2% core contribution = up to 8% company contribution.
- Paid time off includes 15 vacation days, 9 paid holidays, 3 floating holidays, sick leave, and additional options to support volunteer and parental leave.
- Educational and training opportunities through company programs along with tuition assistance and student debt support.
Disclaimer: Benefit offerings may vary depending on Collective Bargaining Agreements and local/state regulations.
Safety Sensitive Role:
No
The company designates certain roles as Safety Sensitive. Safety Sensitive roles may require that you pass additional drug screening.
We offer competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits and programs. We are an equal opportunity employer; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, pregnancy, age, marital status, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any legally protected status.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding STEM OPT Authorization as a Design Engineer
Verify your CIP code before applying
Check that your degree's CIP code appears on the STEM Designated Degree Program List maintained by USCIS. Mechanical, electrical, industrial, and materials engineering codes all qualify, but your exact program title and code must match what's listed.
Confirm E-Verify enrollment before accepting offers
Your employer must be enrolled in E-Verify before your STEM OPT extension starts. Search the E-Verify employer database by company name to confirm enrollment status before you sign anything, not after.
Negotiate I-983 training plan details upfront
Design Engineer roles require a signed I-983 Training Plan that maps your day-to-day duties to your engineering degree. Get hiring managers to specify project scope, tools, and supervision structure before your start date so the plan doesn't stall onboarding.
Target companies with active LCA filings in engineering
Use Migrate Mate to filter Design Engineer roles by employers who have filed Labor Condition Applications for engineering occupations. This confirms the company has already navigated DOL wage compliance, which signals readiness to support STEM OPT documentation.
Apply 90 days before your OPT expiration date
USCIS requires your STEM OPT extension application to be filed while your initial OPT EAD is still valid. Missing the 90-day filing window before expiration means a gap in work authorization that Design Engineer offers won't wait out.
Use OFLC Wage Search to benchmark your offer
STEM OPT regulations require that your compensation not be less than that paid to a similarly situated U.S. worker. Run your job title and location through OFLC Wage Search to check whether your offer meets the prevailing wage before the I-983 is signed.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Design Engineer role qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
Yes, if your degree is in a STEM-designated field such as mechanical, electrical, industrial, or materials engineering and your employer is enrolled in E-Verify. The role itself must relate directly to your degree, which is documented through the I-983 Training Plan. USCIS reviews the degree-to-job connection, not just the job title, so the I-983 needs to map your specific design engineering duties to your coursework.
What does the I-983 Training Plan require for a Design Engineer position?
The I-983 must describe how your Design Engineer duties, such as CAD modeling, prototype development, tolerancing, or systems integration, connect to your STEM degree. It requires a supervision structure, a list of learning objectives, and a salary or compensation entry confirming you're paid comparably to U.S. workers in the same role. Both you and your employer sign it before your extension begins, and it's updated every 12 months or when your role changes materially.
How do I confirm my employer is enrolled in E-Verify before my start date?
Search the E-Verify employer search tool by company name or employer identification number to confirm active enrollment. E-Verify enrollment is a federal requirement for all STEM OPT employers, and your DSO cannot approve the I-983 for a company that isn't enrolled. If the company you're joining is a subsidiary or new entity, verify that the specific legal entity hiring you, not just the parent company, is listed in E-Verify.
What happens to my STEM OPT authorization if my H-1B is selected in the lottery?
If your H-1B petition is filed before your STEM OPT EAD expires and USCIS receives it by June 30, cap-gap protection automatically extends your OPT work authorization through September 30 of that year. You can continue working as a Design Engineer during cap-gap without a new EAD. If your H-1B is not selected or not filed in time, your authorization ends when your STEM OPT EAD expires.
Where can I find Design Engineer jobs where employers are already set up for STEM OPT?
Migrate Mate lists Design Engineer roles filtered by employers with verified E-Verify enrollment and active engineering LCA filing history, so you can focus on companies that have already handled DOL wage compliance for engineering roles. This matters because STEM OPT students have a fixed authorization window, and targeting employers already familiar with the process reduces the risk of onboarding delays caused by E-Verify setup or I-983 confusion.