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Electrical Systems Engineer roles qualify for the 24-month STEM OPT extension if your degree falls under an eligible CIP code in electrical, electronics, or systems engineering. Your employer must be enrolled in E-Verify and sign your I-983 training plan before your extension begins.
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INTRODUCTION
Challenging. Meaningful. Life-changing. Those aren’t words that are usually associated with a job. But working at Bristol Myers Squibb is anything but usual. Here, uniquely interesting work happens every day, in every department. From optimizing a production line to the latest breakthroughs in cell therapy, this is work that transforms the lives of patients, and the careers of those who do it. You’ll get the chance to grow and thrive through opportunities uncommon in scale and scope, alongside high-achieving teams. Take your career farther than you thought possible.
Bristol Myers Squibb recognizes the importance of balance and flexibility in our work environment. We offer a wide variety of competitive benefits, services and programs that provide our employees with the resources to pursue their goals, both at work and in their personal lives.
SUMMARY
The electrical engineer provides technical leadership to the facility & plant engineering department. The electrical engineer has the ability and working knowledge to articulate design of utility systems and operation of critical systems. Is an advocate of designing for reliability, maintainability and operability, and other end-to-end processes associated to Reliability Engineering. Partner with other functions to improve the overall engineering process. In some instances, manage other project engineers in the execution of projects.
MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Provide engineering support, system ownership and subject matter expertise for electrical infrastructure including but limited to Utility Electrical infrastructure, substations, Uninterruptible Power Supplies, generators, motor control centers, distribution panels, transformers, motors, transfer switches, lighting, grounding and lightning protection, heat race, etc.
- Provide guidance and oversee preventative maintenance of electrical equipment. This includes Job Plan development and maintenance.
- Oversee electrical elements of new projects including development of Scope of Requirements, Basis of Design, Detailed Design, installation, commissioning, as-built documentation, and turnover of equipment.
- Evaluate impact to site operations from applicable activities including Preventative Maintenance, infrastructure modifications, testing, etc. Coordinate with end users/stakeholders and task implementation teams, prior to any tasks that have the potential to impact operations, to ensure awareness and mitigate risk.
- Engage with EHS and task execution teams to ensure appropriate safety evaluations, planning, and implementation measures.
- Provide Subject Matter technical expertise for equipment ensuring continued compliance to regulatory, company and site policy and procedure.
- Provide Subject Matter expertise for root cause evaluations, investigations, deviations, change management, and corrective actions.
- Perform Power Studies that include Fault Current calculations, Protective Device/Relay evaluations and setting selection, and Arc Flash Analysis and maintenance of Incident Energy equipment labeling.
- Perform review of electric rooms and maintain cleanliness, organization, safe working environment, etc.
- Provide support for the campus Sustainability Initiatives. This includes identification and evaluation of potential energy and water reduction opportunities, and oversight of electrical elements of advanced initiatives.
- Utility Use Volume estimates/projections for budget development input.
- Support during storm and/or adverse events, including system troubleshooting and recovery.
- System Lifecycle and Reliability evaluations and input for electrical equipment, including component and wholesale equipment replacement.
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS
- Knowledge of manufacturing engineering and science generally attained through studies resulting is a B.S. in Electrical Engineering, related discipline, or its equivalent. Advanced degree in Engineering or relevant field is preferred.
- Minimum of 2 to 4 years of relevant experience in biopharmaceutical industry or its equivalent including experience with plant utilities and auxiliary systems.
- The individual should have the ability to manage and organize multiple complex technical projects and familiarity with the manufacturing operations of large-scale production facilities, as well as GMP experience.
- Candidate must be effective in both a team environment and an individual role.
- Knowledgeable in engineering principles related to industrial building utilities troubleshooting.
- Ability to work extended hours or a modified work schedule as required for coverage of 24/7 operation, urgent response events and/or tasks that require implementation during off normal hours to mitigate operational impact.
- The job requires technical knowledge, and the candidate will have the ability to proactively troubleshoot and possess the desire to continue to develop technically and professionally.
COMPENSATION OVERVIEW:
Location: Devens - MA - US: $114,100 - $138,267
The starting compensation range(s) for this role are listed above for a full-time employee (FTE) basis. Additional incentive cash and stock opportunities (based on eligibility) may be available. The starting pay rate takes into account characteristics of the job, such as required skills, where the job is performed, the employee’s work schedule, job-related knowledge, and experience. Final, individual compensation will be decided based on demonstrated experience.
Eligibility for specific benefits listed on our careers site may vary based on the job and location. For more on benefits, please visit our careers site.
Benefit offerings are subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plans in effect at the time and may require enrollment. Our benefits include:
- Health Coverage: Medical, pharmacy, dental, and vision care.
- Wellbeing Support: Programs such as BMS Well-Being Account, BMS Living Life Better, and Employee Assistance Programs (EAP).
- Financial Well-being and Protection: 401(k) plan, short- and long-term disability, life insurance, accident insurance, supplemental health insurance, business travel protection, personal liability protection, identity theft benefit, legal support, and survivor support.
Work-life benefits include:
Paid Time Off
- US Exempt Employees: flexible time off (unlimited, with manager approval, 11 paid national holidays (not applicable to employees in Phoenix, AZ, Puerto Rico or Rayzebio employees)
- Phoenix, AZ, Puerto Rico and Rayzebio Exempt, Non-Exempt, Hourly Employees: 160 hours annual paid vacation for new hires with manager approval, 11 national holidays, and 3 optional holidays
Based on eligibility*, additional time off for employees may include unlimited paid sick time, up to 2 paid volunteer days per year, summer hours flexibility, leaves of absence for medical, personal, parental, caregiver, bereavement, and military needs and an annual Global Shutdown between Christmas and New Years Day.
All global employees full and part-time who are actively employed at and paid directly by BMS at the end of the calendar year are eligible to take advantage of the Global Shutdown.
*Eligibility Disclosure: The summer hours program is for United States (U.S.) office-based employees due to the unique nature of their work. Summer hours are generally not available for field sales and manufacturing operations and may also be limited for the capability centers. Employees in remote-by-design or lab-based roles may be eligible for summer hours, depending on the nature of their work, and should discuss eligibility with their manager. Employees covered under a collective bargaining agreement should consult that document to determine if they are eligible. Contractors, leased workers and other service providers are not eligible to participate in the program.
Uniquely Interesting Work, Life-changing Careers
With a single vision as inspiring as “Transforming patients’ lives through science™”, every BMS employee plays an integral role in work that goes far beyond ordinary. Each of us is empowered to apply our individual talents and unique perspectives in a supportive culture, promoting global participation in clinical trials, while our shared values of passion, innovation, urgency, accountability, inclusion and integrity bring out the highest potential of each of our colleagues.
ON-SITE PROTOCOL
BMS has an occupancy structure that determines where an employee is required to conduct their work. This structure includes site-essential, site-by-design, field-based and remote-by-design jobs. The occupancy type that you are assigned is determined by the nature and responsibilities of your role:
Site-essential roles require 100% of shifts onsite at your assigned facility. Site-by-design roles may be eligible for a hybrid work model with at least 50% onsite at your assigned facility. For these roles, onsite presence is considered an essential job function and is critical to collaboration, innovation, productivity, and a positive Company culture. For field-based and remote-by-design roles the ability to physically travel to visit customers, patients or business partners and to attend meetings on behalf of BMS as directed is an essential job function.
SUPPORTING PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES
BMS is dedicated to ensuring that people with disabilities can excel through a transparent recruitment process, reasonable workplace accommodations/adjustments and ongoing support in their roles. Applicants can request a reasonable workplace accommodation/adjustment prior to accepting a job offer. If you require reasonable accommodations/adjustments in completing this application, or in any part of the recruitment process, direct your inquiries to adastaffingsupport@bms.com. Visit careers.bms.com/eeo-accessibility to access our complete Equal Employment Opportunity statement.
CANDIDATE RIGHTS
BMS will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records, pursuant to applicable laws in your area.
If you live in or expect to work from Los Angeles County if hired for this position, please visit this page for important additional information.
DATA PROTECTION
We will never request payments, financial information, or social security numbers during our application or recruitment process. Learn more about protecting yourself at careers.bms.com/fraud-protection.
Any data processed in connection with role applications will be treated in accordance with applicable data privacy policies and regulations.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding STEM OPT Authorization as an Electrical Systems Engineer
Confirm your degree's CIP code eligibility
Not every engineering degree automatically qualifies. Cross-reference your transcript's field of study against the DHS STEM OPT designated degree list to confirm your electrical or systems engineering CIP code is included before you apply for the extension.
Check E-Verify enrollment before accepting offers
Your employer must be actively enrolled in E-Verify, not just registered. Ask your recruiter to confirm their E-Verify company ID number. Unenrolled employers cannot legally hire STEM OPT students regardless of intent to sponsor.
Use OFLC Wage Search to anchor salary negotiations
Electrical Systems Engineers fall under SOC 17-2071. Pull the prevailing wage for your metro area using the OFLC Wage Search before negotiating. Employers sponsoring future H-1B visa petitions must meet or exceed this wage, so low offers signal future filing problems.
Build your I-983 training plan around measurable deliverables
Vague training goals get flagged during DSO review. Map your daily engineering tasks to specific learning objectives tied to your STEM degree, such as circuit analysis, embedded systems design, or power systems integration, so the plan holds up to USCIS scrutiny.
Find STEM OPT employers through Migrate Mate
Search Migrate Mate to filter Electrical Systems Engineer roles by employers with verified E-Verify enrollment and active STEM OPT hiring history, so you're targeting companies already set up to onboard you without delays.
Time your extension application to avoid authorization gaps
File your STEM OPT extension with USCIS at least 90 days before your initial OPT EAD expires. If pending approval extends past your EAD end date, your 180-day automatic extension kicks in only if you filed on time.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does an Electrical Systems Engineer role qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
Yes, if your degree is in electrical engineering, electronics engineering, systems engineering, or a closely related field listed on the DHS STEM designated degree program list. The role itself must also provide practical training directly related to your degree. Your DSO verifies the CIP code match before approving your I-983. Check O*NET for the SOC code 17-2071, which covers most electrical and systems engineering positions.
What E-Verify requirement applies to my STEM OPT employer?
Your employer must be enrolled in E-Verify before your STEM OPT extension start date. Enrollment after your start date does not satisfy the requirement. Ask HR for the company's E-Verify employer identification number and confirm active status through the E-Verify website. Employers who are not enrolled cannot legally employ STEM OPT students, even if they intend to sponsor H-1B status later. Use Migrate Mate to find roles at employers already verified as E-Verify enrolled.
What goes into the I-983 training plan for an Electrical Systems Engineer?
The I-983 requires a detailed description of how your day-to-day work connects to your STEM degree. For electrical systems engineers, this means documenting tasks like circuit design, power distribution analysis, control systems development, or systems integration testing and linking each to specific engineering competencies from your coursework. Both you and a supervising company official must sign it. Your DSO must approve it before USCIS processes your extension.
How does cap-gap protection apply if my employer files an H-1B petition during my STEM OPT?
If your employer files a timely H-1B petition for the October 1 start date before your STEM OPT EAD expires, cap-gap protection extends your work authorization automatically through September 30. You can continue working as an Electrical Systems Engineer during that period without interruption. USCIS confirms cap-gap status through your I-20 update from your DSO. You do not receive a new EAD card for the cap-gap period.
How do I find Electrical Systems Engineer jobs that support STEM OPT?
Search Migrate Mate to browse Electrical Systems Engineer openings filtered for employers with E-Verify enrollment and documented STEM OPT hiring experience. Many job postings do not state E-Verify status upfront, so targeting employers through a platform built for OPT students saves time and reduces the risk of accepting an offer from an ineligible company. Verify E-Verify enrollment directly with HR before signing any offer.