STEM OPT Field Engineer Jobs
Field Engineer roles in infrastructure, telecommunications, and energy systems qualify for the 24-month STEM OPT extension when your degree aligns with an approved CIP code. Your employer must be enrolled in E-Verify, and you'll need a signed I-983 training plan before your extension begins. STEM degrees in electrical, civil, mechanical, or computer engineering typically satisfy eligibility requirements.
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INTRODUCTION
UL Field Engineering Team is hiring in the Austin, TX area. A Field Engineer performs safety and non-safety certification inspections, audits of quality systems and field evaluations in accordance with the required performance standards and requirements.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Assists in analyzing and evaluating examination and test results against applicable requirements.
- Uses technical judgement to determine whether noncompliance variations compromise the continued application of the UL Mark and determine if alternative is achieved.
- Assists in interpreting and analyzing examination and test results against UL requirements, verifying the accuracy of manufacturers’ measuring equipment and reviewing production and inspection records.
- Periodically reviews manufacturers’ programs of production, inspection, and shipping to ensure products are produced and marked in compliance with UL requirements.
- Evaluates and facilitates options for corrective action where variations from UL requirements are noted.
- Communicates with manufacturers and customers, Authorities Having Jurisdiction and others to conduct non-safety and safety certification inspections. Investigates misuse of UL Mark situations.
- Provide general information on policies and procedures for the varied UL services along with promoting and explaining the benefits of new and existing services.
- Discuss procedures, test methods, test results, sample selection and variations in products, devices, processes, systems and materials as necessary to resolve problems, implement changes to existing requirements or help develop new requirements.
- Use instruments to perform inspections, such as micrometers, voltmeters, ammeters, and other UL supplied equipment. Observes use of manufacturer’s equipment necessary to meet UL requirements. Confirms proper calibration of manufacturers’ measuring equipment and may perform calibration of UL supplied equipment.
- Document examination, variations and test results to appropriate UL forms. Maintains logs for scheduling inspections, time and expenses. Performs various calculations in more than one specific engineering field such as electrical, mechanical, chemical, or fire protection.
- Integrates continuous improvement concepts and techniques into all aspects of the job.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- University Degree or Equivalent Technical Certification (preferred) in Engineering, Engineering Technology, Industrial Technology, Manufacturing Technology, or Physics. Generally no directly related experience or less than 1 year experience may be acceptable. Commensurate experience could be considered.
- Experience in Field Engineering, Compliance, or Quality Engineering preferred.
- ASQ certification a plus.
- Experience with UL Standards, 508A, Industrial Control Panels a plus.
- General electronics background, and strong mechanical and technical aptitude with the ability to read and interpret schematic diagrams.
- Ability to cross sell and understand client business needs.
- Strong written and verbal communications skills, and client-interfacing skills.
- Strong computer skills.
- Conflict resolution skills.
- Ability to work at heights. Lightning Protection experience a plus.
- Field Engineering remote with daily client visits within the Austin, TX area.
- Ability to travel locally and regionally, and work remotely. Travel requirements are generally for local travel within a set radius of home location. Travel outside area is expected on occasion for training purposes and additional support of workload in other territories. This position does not generally report to a specific UL office.
Must be located or willing to relocate to the Austin, Texas area.
COMPENSATION
- Total Rewards: We understand compensation is an important factor as you consider the next step in your career. The estimated salary range for this position is $75,000 to $85,000 and is based on multiple factors, including job-related knowledge/skills, experience, geographical location, as well as other factors. This position is eligible for annual bonus compensation with a target payout of 5% of the base salary. This position also provides health benefits such as medical, dental and vision; wellness benefits such as mental and financial health; and retirement savings (401K) commensurate with the standard rewards offered in each individual location or country. We also provide full-time employees with paid time off including vacation (15 days), holiday including personal days (12 days) and sick time off (72 hours).
Learn More:
Curious? To learn more about us and the work we do, visit UL.com
A global leader in applied safety science, UL Solutions (NYSE: ULS) transforms safety, security and sustainability challenges into opportunities for customers in more than 110 countries. UL Solutions delivers testing, inspection and certification services, together with software products and advisory offerings, that support our customers’ product innovation and business growth. The UL Mark serves as a recognized symbol of trust in our customers’ products and reflects an unwavering commitment to advancing our safety mission. We help our customers innovate, launch new products and services, navigate global markets and complex supply chains, and grow sustainably and responsibly into the future. Our science is your advantage.
If you like getting out and about, you’ll love being part of our Field Engineering team. We travel to companies and manufacturing facilities all over the world to carry out risk-based inspections and ensure the integrity of existing certifications — we perform over 3,000 site visits every single day. It could be testing the fire doors at a school, checking a fire truck or even inspecting the New Year’s Eve ball in Times Square. Every day’s different and there’s always a new challenge to face. If you love an adventure, join our team and take your career to new and exciting places.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding STEM OPT Authorization as a Field Engineer
Verify your CIP code before applying
Check that your STEM degree's CIP code appears on the DHS STEM Designated Degree Program List. Field Engineer roles often require electrical, civil, or mechanical engineering credentials, and a mismatched CIP code will disqualify your extension request.
Confirm E-Verify enrollment before accepting offers
Ask your recruiter or HR contact to confirm active E-Verify enrollment before you sign anything. Employers in field operations or project contracting sometimes subcontract work, so verify that the entity on your I-983 is the E-Verify participant, not just the prime contractor.
Target employers with active field project pipelines
Field Engineer roles are project-driven, so your 24-month extension is strongest with employers running multi-year infrastructure or energy contracts. Search Migrate Mate to filter for companies with verified STEM OPT hiring history in engineering and technical field roles.
Structure your I-983 training plan around field competencies
Your I-983 must connect your STEM degree to specific field engineering tasks like site inspection, systems commissioning, or technical troubleshooting. Generic job descriptions get flagged by DSOs. List measurable learning objectives tied to your degree program's outcomes.
Understand cap-gap coverage for H-1B transition
If your employer files an H-1B visa petition on your behalf before your OPT expires, cap-gap rules under USCIS extend your work authorization through September 30 of that fiscal year. You can continue field assignments uninterrupted as long as the petition is timely filed.
Use OFLC Wage Search to validate your offer
Field Engineer prevailing wages vary by geographic area and experience level. Run your job title and work location through the OFLC Wage Search before your first interview so you can negotiate from an informed baseline and flag any offer that falls below the DOL wage level for your region.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Field Engineer role qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
Yes, if your degree is in an approved STEM field such as electrical, civil, mechanical, or computer engineering and your CIP code appears on the DHS STEM Designated Degree Program List. The role itself must also apply your STEM knowledge directly. Field positions in infrastructure, energy, telecommunications, and systems integration typically meet this requirement, but your DSO makes the final determination based on your specific degree and job description.
How do I confirm my Field Engineer employer is enrolled in E-Verify?
Ask your HR contact to confirm E-Verify enrollment status directly, or request your company's E-Verify employer ID number. For field roles where you may be deployed to client sites through a staffing or contracting arrangement, confirm that the legal entity signing your I-983 training plan, not just the end client, holds active E-Verify enrollment. USCIS requires enrollment with the authorizing employer, not the site host.
What should my I-983 training plan include for a Field Engineer position?
Your I-983 must document how your daily field engineering tasks directly relate to your STEM degree. Include specific learning objectives such as applying electrical system diagnostics, interpreting civil engineering drawings, or commissioning mechanical systems. Generic descriptions like 'perform engineering duties' are insufficient. Your supervisor signs the plan and must attest that the role provides practical training aligned with your academic program. Your DSO reviews and approves it before USCIS processes your EAD extension.
Can I work on client sites or travel for field assignments during STEM OPT?
Yes. STEM OPT does not restrict you to a single work location, but your authorized employer, meaning the E-Verify-enrolled entity on your I-983, must remain your legal employer of record throughout all field assignments. If you're deployed to a client site through a staffing arrangement, the staffing firm rather than the client must hold E-Verify enrollment and be named on your training plan. Update your DSO if your work location changes significantly.
Where can I find Field Engineer jobs that support STEM OPT?
Migrate Mate lists Field Engineer openings specifically filtered for employers who hire STEM OPT students and are enrolled in E-Verify. You can search by industry, location, and engineering discipline to find roles in infrastructure, energy, telecommunications, and related sectors. Filtering for STEM OPT compatibility at the search stage saves significant time compared to discovering E-Verify gaps late in the offer process.