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Maintenance Engineer roles in manufacturing, utilities, and facilities management qualify for STEM OPT when your degree is in engineering or a related CIP-coded field. Your employer must be enrolled in E-Verify, and the 24-month extension gives you up to 36 months total to build hands-on U.S. work experience.
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As a Maintenance Engineer I here at Honeywell, you will play a vital role in supporting the maintenance and operational efficiency of our organization's physical facilities and manufacturing equipment. You will apply your engineering knowledge and technical skills to ensure that facilities and equipment are well-maintained, safe, and operating at optimal levels to support business success.
In this role, you will impact the reliability and performance of manufacturing equipment and building systems by providing technical support and executing maintenance activities that enhance operational efficiency and safety.
At Honeywell, our people leaders play a critical role in developing and supporting our employees to help them perform at their best and drive change across the company. Help to build a strong, diverse team by recruiting talent, identifying, and developing successors, driving retention and engagement, and fostering an inclusive culture.
YOU MUST HAVE
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in a technical discipline such as science, technology, engineering, mathematics
- Minimum of 1-3 years of experience in facilities maintenance or related engineering roles
- Knowledge of building systems, manufacturing equipment maintenance, and safety regulations
- Proficiency with maintenance management systems, troubleshooting tools, and basic engineering software
- Experience with preventive maintenance practices and ability to interpret technical drawings and specifications
WE VALUE
- Advanced degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field
- Experience in industrial or manufacturing facility environments
- Familiarity with energy-saving initiatives and sustainable maintenance practices
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills related to facility and equipment maintenance
- Knowledge of regulatory compliance and safety standards in facility operations
U.S. PERSON REQUIREMENTS
Due to compliance with U.S. export control laws and regulations, candidate must be a U.S. Person, which is defined as, a U.S. citizen, a U.S. permanent resident, or have protected status in the U.S. under asylum or refugee status.
BENEFITS OF WORKING FOR HONEYWELL
In addition to a competitive salary, leading-edge work, and developing solutions side-by-side with dedicated experts in their fields, Honeywell employees are eligible for a comprehensive benefits package. This package includes employer subsidized Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance; Short-Term and Long-Term Disability; 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Accounts, EAP, and Educational Assistance; Parental Leave, Paid Time Off (for vacation, personal business, sick time, and parental leave), and 12 Paid Holidays. Learn more (https://benefits.honeywell.com/)
The application period for the job is estimated to be 40 days from the job posting date; however, this may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates. Job Posting Date: August 4, 2026
COMPENSATION
The annual base salary range for this position is <$67,700 - $86,100>. Please note that this salary information serves as a general guideline. Honeywell considers various factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate's work experience, education and training, key skills, as well as market and business considerations.
ABOUT HONEYWELL TECHNOLOGIES
Honeywell Technologies is a global, pure-play automation company with a legacy of innovating to help solve the world’s most mission-critical challenges, enhancing the quality of life for people and communities around the world. We serve the building, industrial, and process sectors with a broad portfolio of services, solutions, and products, underpinned by our Honeywell Technologies Accelerator operating system and Honeywell Technologies Forge intelligence layer. By combining the deep domain expertise of our more than 50,000 employees with decades of data from our global installed base, we are uniquely positioned to lead the industrial sector’s transition from automation to autonomy. Learn more (https://www.honeywell.com/us/en)
THE BUSINESS UNIT
Honeywell Industrial Automation enables process industry operations, creates world-class sensor technologies, automates supply chains, makes warehouses smarter, and improves worker safety. This combination builds on our core strengths in controls and automation technologies which in turn allows us to deliver better commercial outcomes for our customers. We enable customers to enhance the safety, sustainability, resiliency and productivity of their people, plants and assets.
Honeywell is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, nationality, sex, religion, or veteran status. Learn more (https://www.honeywell.com/us/en/company/inclusion-and-engagement)
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Assist in the development and implementation of maintenance plans and schedules to ensure facilities and equipment are maintained effectively and comply with safety and regulatory standards.
- Support the engineering team in troubleshooting, repairing, and optimizing facility systems and manufacturing equipment to improve operational efficiency.
- Participate in inspections and quality assessments to identify maintenance needs and ensure that corrective actions are taken promptly.
Honeywell helps organizations solve the world's most complex challenges in automation, the future of aviation and energy transition. As a trusted partner, we provide actionable solutions and innovation through our Aerospace Technologies, Building Automation, Energy and Sustainability Solutions, and Industrial Automation business segments – powered by our Honeywell Forge software – that help make the world smarter, safer and more sustainable.
INTRODUCTION
As a Maintenance Engineer I here at Honeywell, you will play a vital role in supporting the maintenance and operational efficiency of our organization's physical facilities and manufacturing equipment. You will apply your engineering knowledge and technical skills to ensure that facilities and equipment are well-maintained, safe, and operating at optimal levels to support business success.
In this role, you will impact the reliability and performance of manufacturing equipment and building systems by providing technical support and executing maintenance activities that enhance operational efficiency and safety.
At Honeywell, our people leaders play a critical role in developing and supporting our employees to help them perform at their best and drive change across the company. Help to build a strong, diverse team by recruiting talent, identifying, and developing successors, driving retention and engagement, and fostering an inclusive culture.
YOU MUST HAVE
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in a technical discipline such as science, technology, engineering, mathematics
- Minimum of 1-3 years of experience in facilities maintenance or related engineering roles
- Knowledge of building systems, manufacturing equipment maintenance, and safety regulations
- Proficiency with maintenance management systems, troubleshooting tools, and basic engineering software
- Experience with preventive maintenance practices and ability to interpret technical drawings and specifications
WE VALUE
- Advanced degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field
- Experience in industrial or manufacturing facility environments
- Familiarity with energy-saving initiatives and sustainable maintenance practices
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills related to facility and equipment maintenance
- Knowledge of regulatory compliance and safety standards in facility operations
U.S. PERSON REQUIREMENTS
Due to compliance with U.S. export control laws and regulations, candidate must be a U.S. Person, which is defined as, a U.S. citizen, a U.S. permanent resident, or have protected status in the U.S. under asylum or refugee status.
BENEFITS OF WORKING FOR HONEYWELL
In addition to a competitive salary, leading-edge work, and developing solutions side-by-side with dedicated experts in their fields, Honeywell employees are eligible for a comprehensive benefits package. This package includes employer subsidized Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance; Short-Term and Long-Term Disability; 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Accounts, EAP, and Educational Assistance; Parental Leave, Paid Time Off (for vacation, personal business, sick time, and parental leave), and 12 Paid Holidays. Learn more (https://benefits.honeywell.com/)
The application period for the job is estimated to be 40 days from the job posting date; however, this may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates. Job Posting Date: August 4, 2026
COMPENSATION
The annual base salary range for this position is <$67,700 - $86,100>. Please note that this salary information serves as a general guideline. Honeywell considers various factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate's work experience, education and training, key skills, as well as market and business considerations.
ABOUT HONEYWELL TECHNOLOGIES
Honeywell Technologies is a global, pure-play automation company with a legacy of innovating to help solve the world’s most mission-critical challenges, enhancing the quality of life for people and communities around the world. We serve the building, industrial, and process sectors with a broad portfolio of services, solutions, and products, underpinned by our Honeywell Technologies Accelerator operating system and Honeywell Technologies Forge intelligence layer. By combining the deep domain expertise of our more than 50,000 employees with decades of data from our global installed base, we are uniquely positioned to lead the industrial sector’s transition from automation to autonomy. Learn more (https://www.honeywell.com/us/en)
THE BUSINESS UNIT
Honeywell Industrial Automation enables process industry operations, creates world-class sensor technologies, automates supply chains, makes warehouses smarter, and improves worker safety. This combination builds on our core strengths in controls and automation technologies which in turn allows us to deliver better commercial outcomes for our customers. We enable customers to enhance the safety, sustainability, resiliency and productivity of their people, plants and assets.
Honeywell is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, nationality, sex, religion, or veteran status. Learn more (https://www.honeywell.com/us/en/company/inclusion-and-engagement)
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Assist in the development and implementation of maintenance plans and schedules to ensure facilities and equipment are maintained effectively and comply with safety and regulatory standards.
- Support the engineering team in troubleshooting, repairing, and optimizing facility systems and manufacturing equipment to improve operational efficiency.
- Participate in inspections and quality assessments to identify maintenance needs and ensure that corrective actions are taken promptly.
Honeywell helps organizations solve the world's most complex challenges in automation, the future of aviation and energy transition. As a trusted partner, we provide actionable solutions and innovation through our Aerospace Technologies, Building Automation, Energy and Sustainability Solutions, and Industrial Automation business segments – powered by our Honeywell Forge software – that help make the world smarter, safer and more sustainable.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding STEM OPT Authorization as a Maintenance Engineer
Verify your degree CIP code qualifies
Check that your engineering degree maps to an approved STEM CIP code before applying. Mechanical, electrical, industrial, and systems engineering degrees commonly qualify, but your DSO confirms the exact code on your I-20.
Confirm E-Verify enrollment before accepting offers
Ask your recruiter directly whether the hiring entity, not just the parent company, is enrolled in E-Verify. Subsidiaries and job sites sometimes operate under separate EIN registrations that aren't covered by a parent company's enrollment.
Target facilities-heavy industries with engineering headcount
Maintenance Engineer roles in semiconductor fabrication, automotive plants, and energy infrastructure tend to have structured engineering teams familiar with OPT paperwork. Search Migrate Mate to filter for employers with active STEM OPT hiring history in these sectors.
Build your I-983 training plan around technical competencies
Your I-983 must show how the Maintenance Engineer role applies your STEM degree. Document specific learning objectives tied to predictive maintenance, reliability engineering, or systems troubleshooting, and get supervisor sign-off before your extension start date.
Use OFLC Wage Search to benchmark your offer
Maintenance Engineer prevailing wages vary by region and industry classification. Run the OFLC Wage Search using SOC code 17-3029 before negotiations so you can evaluate whether an offer meets the wage level your employer will certify on your training plan.
File your extension request 90 days before OPT expires
USCIS requires your STEM OPT extension application to be submitted within the 90-day window before your initial OPT end date. Missing this window means a gap in work authorization that can't be corrected retroactively, so track your I-20 end date carefully.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Maintenance Engineer role qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
It depends on your degree field, not the job title alone. If your degree is in mechanical, electrical, industrial, or systems engineering and maps to an approved STEM CIP code, the role qualifies as long as it applies that engineering knowledge directly. Your DSO reviews the connection between your degree and the position before endorsing the STEM OPT extension on your I-20.
How do I find Maintenance Engineer employers enrolled in E-Verify?
E-Verify enrollment is required for any employer hiring a STEM OPT student, but enrollment isn't always visible on job postings. Migrate Mate surfaces employers with verified E-Verify enrollment and active STEM OPT hiring history, so you can focus on companies already set up to onboard you without delays. You can also ask HR to confirm enrollment by requesting their E-Verify company ID.
What goes into the I-983 training plan for a Maintenance Engineer?
Your I-983 must describe how the Maintenance Engineer role relates to your STEM degree with specific, measurable learning goals. For this role, that typically means documenting objectives around preventive maintenance systems, equipment reliability analysis, or root cause investigation methods. Both you and your supervisor sign the form, and your DSO must endorse it before your STEM OPT extension begins. USCIS can audit these plans, so vague descriptions aren't sufficient.
What happens to my work authorization during cap-gap if I'm on STEM OPT?
If you're on STEM OPT and your employer files an H-1B visa petition before your OPT expires, cap-gap automatically extends your work authorization through September 30 of that fiscal year. You can keep working as a Maintenance Engineer during this period without interruption. If your H-1B petition is selected and approved, your status transitions on October 1. USCIS provides cap-gap guidance covering exactly which OPT categories are eligible.
Can I work at multiple sites or for a staffing agency on STEM OPT as a Maintenance Engineer?
Maintenance Engineers sometimes work across multiple facilities or through contract staffing arrangements, which creates OPT compliance questions. The E-Verify requirement applies to your actual employer of record, not each client site. If a staffing agency is your employer, that agency must be enrolled in E-Verify and must sign your I-983. Third-party placement where the staffing firm isn't your legal employer doesn't satisfy STEM OPT requirements under USCIS rules.