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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Division: Nucor Steel Birmingham, Inc.
Location: Birmingham, AL, United States
Other Available Locations: N/A
Welcome to Nucor, where our unique culture sets us apart. Joining Nucor means becoming part of North America's largest steel and steel products manufacturer, offering unmatched career opportunities and stability. We are known for our innovative sustainability practices and are the continent's largest recycler. Our vibrant culture, built on personal connections and teamwork, empowers every team member with the freedom to innovate and contribute to our collective success. Experience a workplace where safety, efficiency, and meaningful personal connections define every day, enriching both our teammates and the communities we serve.
Nucor supports its teammates with top-tier benefits like Medical, Dental, Vision, and Disability Insurance, 401K and Roth accounts, Profit sharing, Pay-for-performance bonuses, Paid parental leave, Tuition reimbursement, Stock program, Scholarships and more.
Basic Job Functions:
Nucor Steel Birmingham Inc. is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Metallurgist. Principal duties of the successful candidate will include:
- Participating in safety and housekeeping efforts
- Lead process optimization activities, both quality and cost
- Provide technical support and training for all operational activities
- Lead product development based upon customer and regulatory requirements
- Perform root cause analysis on product failures and defects
- Utilizing statistical process control tools to direct continuous improvement activities
Safety is the most important part of all jobs within Nucor; therefore, candidates must be able to demonstrate the ability to initiate, lead, and uphold safety policies, practices, procedures, and housekeeping standards at all times.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree or higher in materials science, metallurgical, industrial, chemical engineering or equivalent steel making experience
- 2+ years Metallurgy or equivalent experience
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with customer order inquiries, technical specifications, failure analysis, and complaint resolution
- Proficiency in Office Programs and Statistical data analysis tools
- Hot Rolling and EAF Melting experience
Nucor is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a drug-free workplace.
Job Details
Division: Nucor Steel Birmingham, Inc.
Location: Birmingham, AL, United States
Other Available Locations: N/A
Welcome to Nucor, where our unique culture sets us apart. Joining Nucor means becoming part of North America's largest steel and steel products manufacturer, offering unmatched career opportunities and stability. We are known for our innovative sustainability practices and are the continent's largest recycler. Our vibrant culture, built on personal connections and teamwork, empowers every team member with the freedom to innovate and contribute to our collective success. Experience a workplace where safety, efficiency, and meaningful personal connections define every day, enriching both our teammates and the communities we serve.
Nucor supports its teammates with top-tier benefits like Medical, Dental, Vision, and Disability Insurance, 401K and Roth accounts, Profit sharing, Pay-for-performance bonuses, Paid parental leave, Tuition reimbursement, Stock program, Scholarships and more.
Basic Job Functions:
Nucor Steel Birmingham Inc. is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Metallurgist. Principal duties of the successful candidate will include:
- Participating in safety and housekeeping efforts
- Lead process optimization activities, both quality and cost
- Provide technical support and training for all operational activities
- Lead product development based upon customer and regulatory requirements
- Perform root cause analysis on product failures and defects
- Utilizing statistical process control tools to direct continuous improvement activities
Safety is the most important part of all jobs within Nucor; therefore, candidates must be able to demonstrate the ability to initiate, lead, and uphold safety policies, practices, procedures, and housekeeping standards at all times.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree or higher in materials science, metallurgical, industrial, chemical engineering or equivalent steel making experience
- 2+ years Metallurgy or equivalent experience
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with customer order inquiries, technical specifications, failure analysis, and complaint resolution
- Proficiency in Office Programs and Statistical data analysis tools
- Hot Rolling and EAF Melting experience
Nucor is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a drug-free workplace.
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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.