STEM OPT Geotechnical Engineer Jobs
Geotechnical Engineer roles qualify for STEM OPT because they fall under civil and geotechnical engineering CIP codes recognized by ICE. Your F-1 status gives you up to 36 months of work authorization, but every employer must be enrolled in E-Verify and sign a Form I-983 training plan before your first day.
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Beyond Engineering and Testing, LLC (Beyond) is an accredited and licensed Texas and New Mexico engineering firm that provides geotechnical and construction material engineering services, with offices located in Texas (Midland, Dallas and Round Rock), and in New Mexico (Carlsbad).
Beyond has experienced significant growth and success in commercial, municipal and transportation projects. This is an opportunity to develop a lasting career in a segment of the construction industry that rewards motivated and dedicated individuals.
Beyond is currently seeking full-time Staff Geotechnical Engineer-In-Training (EIT) to join our team in Carrollton, Texas.
Job Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering. Master’s degree in Geotechnical Engineering or Construction Materials Engineering preferred.
- 2 years’ geotechnical related work experience preferred.
- Texas Engineer-in-Training (EIT) registration or ability to obtain one within 6 months of employment preferred.
- Good verbal and written communication skills.
- Good understanding of geotechnical field and laboratory testing.
- Familiarity with construction specifications, testing standards and requirements.
- Ability to lead and be part of a project team.
- Project management and marketing skills are desired.
- Entrepreneurial and motivated individual who understands the value in working toward success by delivering the highest quality of services to our clients.
BENEFITS
BEYOND is committed to investing in talented employees because we recognize that healthy, happy employees provide the best path to sustaining a successful business. BEYOND offers a generous range of benefits for full-time employees, including:
- Competitive pay and bonus; 401K with matching
- Paid Time Off and Holiday pay
- Tuition reimbursement programs for pre-approved education pursuits
- Medical, vision and dental insurance coverage
- Life insurance and long-term disability insurance coverage
Individuals must be authorized to legally work in the U.S. Candidates and will go through background, driver’s license, and drug tests. We look forward to hearing from you!
Beyond Engineering & Testing, LLC posting Disclaimer
Beyond Engineering is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, family medical history or genetic information, political affiliation, military service, or other non-merit based factors.
LOCATION
Location: Carrollton, TX
JOB TYPE
Job Type: Full-time
PAY
Pay: From $70,000.00 per year
ADDITIONAL BENEFITS
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
INTRODUCTION
Beyond Engineering and Testing, LLC (Beyond) is an accredited and licensed Texas and New Mexico engineering firm that provides geotechnical and construction material engineering services, with offices located in Texas (Midland, Dallas and Round Rock), and in New Mexico (Carlsbad).
Beyond has experienced significant growth and success in commercial, municipal and transportation projects. This is an opportunity to develop a lasting career in a segment of the construction industry that rewards motivated and dedicated individuals.
Beyond is currently seeking full-time Staff Geotechnical Engineer-In-Training (EIT) to join our team in Carrollton, Texas.
Job Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering. Master’s degree in Geotechnical Engineering or Construction Materials Engineering preferred.
- 2 years’ geotechnical related work experience preferred.
- Texas Engineer-in-Training (EIT) registration or ability to obtain one within 6 months of employment preferred.
- Good verbal and written communication skills.
- Good understanding of geotechnical field and laboratory testing.
- Familiarity with construction specifications, testing standards and requirements.
- Ability to lead and be part of a project team.
- Project management and marketing skills are desired.
- Entrepreneurial and motivated individual who understands the value in working toward success by delivering the highest quality of services to our clients.
BENEFITS
BEYOND is committed to investing in talented employees because we recognize that healthy, happy employees provide the best path to sustaining a successful business. BEYOND offers a generous range of benefits for full-time employees, including:
- Competitive pay and bonus; 401K with matching
- Paid Time Off and Holiday pay
- Tuition reimbursement programs for pre-approved education pursuits
- Medical, vision and dental insurance coverage
- Life insurance and long-term disability insurance coverage
Individuals must be authorized to legally work in the U.S. Candidates and will go through background, driver’s license, and drug tests. We look forward to hearing from you!
Beyond Engineering & Testing, LLC posting Disclaimer
Beyond Engineering is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, family medical history or genetic information, political affiliation, military service, or other non-merit based factors.
LOCATION
Location: Carrollton, TX
JOB TYPE
Job Type: Full-time
PAY
Pay: From $70,000.00 per year
ADDITIONAL BENEFITS
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding STEM OPT Authorization as a Geotechnical Engineer
Verify your CIP code covers geotechnical work
Your degree's CIP code must appear on the STEM OPT designated degree list. Civil Engineering (14.0801) and Geological and Earth Sciences (40.0601) both qualify, but confirm with your DSO before applying so you don't lose time chasing roles under the wrong authorization.
Check E-Verify enrollment before accepting offers
An employer must be actively enrolled in E-Verify, not just registered. Ask the hiring manager or HR to confirm their E-Verify company ID number. USCIS requires enrollment before your STEM OPT extension start date, and a lapsed account disqualifies an otherwise valid job offer.
Target firms with active geotechnical LCA filings
Use the OFLC Wage Search to find employers who have filed Labor Condition Applications for geotechnical or civil engineering roles. Past LCA filings signal that a firm already understands DOL prevailing-wage requirements and has processed international employees in technical site-assessment or soil-investigation roles.
Find STEM OPT geotechnical roles on Migrate Mate
Search Migrate Mate to filter geotechnical engineer positions by employers verified to hire STEM OPT students. The platform surfaces DOL filing history by occupation, so you can prioritize companies with a documented record of hiring in your specific engineering discipline.
Draft your I-983 training plan around site-specific duties
Your Form I-983 must connect your engineering degree to your day-to-day tasks. For geotechnical roles, document specific learning objectives like soil classification, slope stability analysis, or foundation design. Generic descriptions of 'engineering tasks' get flagged by DSOs and delay your STEM OPT approval.
Time your STEM OPT extension filing to field project cycles
USCIS recommends filing your STEM OPT extension 90 days before your initial OPT expires. Geotechnical firms often ramp hiring around spring and summer field seasons, so submit your extension paperwork in winter to avoid authorization gaps that could delay your start on active site-investigation projects.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does a civil or geotechnical engineering degree qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
Yes, if your degree's CIP code appears on the ICE STEM designated degree list. Civil Engineering (14.0801), Geological and Earth Sciences (40.0601), and Geotechnical and Geoenvironmental Engineering (14.0802) all qualify. Confirm the exact CIP code on your transcript with your DSO before applying, since the listed code on your diploma determines eligibility, not your job title.
What does the Form I-983 training plan require for a geotechnical engineer role?
The I-983 must document how your day-to-day responsibilities connect to your STEM degree. For geotechnical roles, that means listing specific learning goals tied to tasks like subsurface investigation, slope stability analysis, or soil classification. Your employer signs the plan, and your DSO approves it before USCIS processes your extension. The plan must be updated if your duties or employer change materially.
How do I confirm my employer is enrolled in E-Verify before accepting a geotechnical job offer?
Ask HR for the company's E-Verify employer ID number and verify active enrollment status directly through E-Verify. Enrollment must be current, not expired, on the date your STEM OPT extension begins. This applies to every employer including subcontractors and joint-venture firms on public infrastructure or environmental remediation projects where your geotechnical work is based.
How do cap-gap rules affect geotechnical engineers waiting on an H-1B petition?
If your employer files an H-1B visa petition before your OPT expires and USCIS selects it in the lottery, cap-gap automatically extends your work authorization through September 30 of that year. You can continue geotechnical fieldwork and project reporting without interruption. Your I-20 must reflect the cap-gap extension, and your DSO issues an updated document once USCIS confirms your petition was accepted.
Where can I find geotechnical engineer jobs that hire STEM OPT students?
Migrate Mate filters geotechnical engineer roles by employers with verified E-Verify enrollment and DOL Labor Condition Application filing history in civil and geotechnical engineering occupations. You can also cross-reference O*NET for the occupation profile under SOC code 17-3051, which covers geotechnical and materials testing roles commonly staffed by STEM OPT candidates at environmental and infrastructure firms.