STEM OPT Metallurgical Engineer Jobs
Metallurgical Engineer roles in materials science, metals processing, and failure analysis qualify for STEM OPT's 24-month extension when your degree matches an eligible CIP code. Your employer must be enrolled in E-Verify, and you'll need a signed I-983 training plan before your extension start date.
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Metallurgical Engineer | High-impact manufacturing role | Process improvement + product quality ownership
This Jobot Job is hosted by: Cheyanne Muller
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Salary: $75,000 - $90,000 per year
A BIT ABOUT US:
A large industrial manufacturing facility in East Tennessee is seeking an Engineering Superintendent to lead engineering activities supporting a critical hot rolling operation. This role combines strategic leadership with hands-on direction of engineering teams, with a strong emphasis on reliability, continuous improvement, and root cause problem solving. The position requires an experienced leader who can align engineering execution with plant objectives while developing people, improving systems, and driving long-term equipment performance.
WHY JOIN US?
- Top-notch Compensation and Benefits package
- Up to 9% total match on 401k!
- Stable Career path
- Rewarding experience to work with Fortune 500 Company
- Excellent culture and peers
- 401K Match
- 3 weeks of vacation to start
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
A large-scale metals manufacturing operation is hiring a Metallurgical Engineer to support and improve sheet production processes. This role focuses on driving product quality, process stability, and cost efficiency through hands-on engineering work and continuous improvement initiatives.
What you will do:
- Translate customer and industry requirements into process controls, documentation, and standardized work instructions; track performance and adjust to improve outcomes
- Identify process gaps and implement improvement plans that increase quality, reduce scrap, and lower operating costs
- Design and execute technical experiments to improve materials performance and manufacturing consistency
- Analyze how equipment and process variables impact product quality; define controls to maintain standards
- Support operations with real-time troubleshooting and root cause analysis; implement corrective actions that prevent recurrence
- Partner with maintenance and production teams to improve uptime, reliability, and throughput
- Lead or support projects focused on safety, quality, and cost reduction across the operation
- Ensure compliance with established quality systems and participate in internal and external audits
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree in Materials Science, Metallurgy, or related field
- 3+ years of experience in a metals or heavy manufacturing environment
- Experience supporting rolling, forming, or similar production processes is helpful
- Familiarity with structured quality systems and root cause problem solving
- Ability to apply data analysis, measurement methods, and process control techniques
- Strong communication skills with the ability to work directly with production teams
- Comfortable working in a hands-on production environment with on-call troubleshooting
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Advanced degree
- Automotive or high-spec product exposure
- Experience with heat-treated alloys
- Lean manufacturing experience
- Experience with statistical analysis tools
Interested in hearing more? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Easy Apply" button.
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INTRODUCTION
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JOB DETAILS
Metallurgical Engineer | High-impact manufacturing role | Process improvement + product quality ownership
This Jobot Job is hosted by: Cheyanne Muller
Are you a fit? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Easy Apply" button and sending us your resume.
Salary: $75,000 - $90,000 per year
A BIT ABOUT US:
A large industrial manufacturing facility in East Tennessee is seeking an Engineering Superintendent to lead engineering activities supporting a critical hot rolling operation. This role combines strategic leadership with hands-on direction of engineering teams, with a strong emphasis on reliability, continuous improvement, and root cause problem solving. The position requires an experienced leader who can align engineering execution with plant objectives while developing people, improving systems, and driving long-term equipment performance.
WHY JOIN US?
- Top-notch Compensation and Benefits package
- Up to 9% total match on 401k!
- Stable Career path
- Rewarding experience to work with Fortune 500 Company
- Excellent culture and peers
- 401K Match
- 3 weeks of vacation to start
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
A large-scale metals manufacturing operation is hiring a Metallurgical Engineer to support and improve sheet production processes. This role focuses on driving product quality, process stability, and cost efficiency through hands-on engineering work and continuous improvement initiatives.
What you will do:
- Translate customer and industry requirements into process controls, documentation, and standardized work instructions; track performance and adjust to improve outcomes
- Identify process gaps and implement improvement plans that increase quality, reduce scrap, and lower operating costs
- Design and execute technical experiments to improve materials performance and manufacturing consistency
- Analyze how equipment and process variables impact product quality; define controls to maintain standards
- Support operations with real-time troubleshooting and root cause analysis; implement corrective actions that prevent recurrence
- Partner with maintenance and production teams to improve uptime, reliability, and throughput
- Lead or support projects focused on safety, quality, and cost reduction across the operation
- Ensure compliance with established quality systems and participate in internal and external audits
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree in Materials Science, Metallurgy, or related field
- 3+ years of experience in a metals or heavy manufacturing environment
- Experience supporting rolling, forming, or similar production processes is helpful
- Familiarity with structured quality systems and root cause problem solving
- Ability to apply data analysis, measurement methods, and process control techniques
- Strong communication skills with the ability to work directly with production teams
- Comfortable working in a hands-on production environment with on-call troubleshooting
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Advanced degree
- Automotive or high-spec product exposure
- Experience with heat-treated alloys
- Lean manufacturing experience
- Experience with statistical analysis tools
Interested in hearing more? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Easy Apply" button.
Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories.
It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions. Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding STEM OPT Authorization as a Metallurgical Engineer
Verify your CIP code before applying
Your STEM OPT extension depends on your degree's CIP code mapping to an approved STEM field. Metallurgical and materials engineering degrees typically fall under CIP 14.18, but confirm with your DSO before targeting extension-eligible roles.
Check E-Verify enrollment before accepting offers
STEM OPT employers must be enrolled in E-Verify before your extension begins. Search the E-Verify employer search tool by company name to confirm enrollment status before spending time on interviews or offer negotiations.
Use Migrate Mate to filter E-Verify employers
Searching for metallurgical engineering roles at E-Verify-enrolled companies manually is time-consuming. Migrate Mate surfaces employers verified for STEM OPT eligibility, so you can focus on roles where your authorization will actually be accepted.
Target LCA filings in materials and metals sectors
DOL Labor Condition Application records show which employers have filed for metallurgical or materials engineer roles. Use the OFLC Wage Search to identify companies with active filings in your specialty before applying, confirming they understand the sponsorship process.
Negotiate your I-983 training plan scope early
Your I-983 must list specific learning objectives tied to metallurgical engineering tasks. Raise this with the hiring manager before your offer is finalized so training goals align with your actual responsibilities, not a generic job description.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does a metallurgical engineering degree qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
Metallurgical and materials engineering degrees typically qualify under CIP code 14.18, which is on the DHS STEM Designated Degree Program List. You should confirm your specific degree program's CIP code with your DSO, since program titles vary across universities and not every materials-related degree maps to an approved code.
How do I find metallurgical engineer employers enrolled in E-Verify?
E-Verify enrollment is a hard requirement for STEM OPT employers, and you should verify it before investing time in an application. You can search the E-Verify employer database by company name to confirm enrollment. Migrate Mate filters job listings for E-Verify-enrolled employers, making it faster to identify qualifying metallurgical engineering opportunities.
What goes into an I-983 training plan for a metallurgical engineer role?
Your I-983 must describe specific learning objectives connected to your metallurgical engineering work, such as failure analysis methods, alloy development processes, or quality testing protocols. Generic descriptions won't satisfy SEVP requirements. Your employer's supervisor signs the plan, and your DSO must also approve it before your STEM OPT extension start date.
What happens to my STEM OPT if my employer loses E-Verify enrollment during my extension?
If your employer's E-Verify enrollment lapses or is terminated, your STEM OPT authorization is at risk. USCIS requires that your employer remain enrolled in E-Verify for the full duration of your extension. You should report any change in employer enrollment status to your DSO immediately, as you may need to find a new qualifying employer to maintain valid status.
How does cap-gap work for metallurgical engineers transitioning from STEM OPT to H-1B?
If your employer files an H-1B petition on your behalf before April 1 and USCIS selects it in the lottery, cap-gap protection automatically extends your STEM OPT work authorization through September 30 of that year. Your I-20 must be updated by your DSO to reflect cap-gap status, and you can continue working for the same E-Verify-enrolled employer during this period.