STEM OPT Plant Engineer Jobs
Plant Engineer roles qualify for STEM OPT because they draw on engineering degrees in fields like mechanical, industrial, or chemical engineering. Your employer must be enrolled in E-Verify, and your STEM degree unlocks a 24-month OPT extension beyond the initial 12 months, giving you up to 36 months to build experience in manufacturing operations, process optimization, and facilities management.
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Our Company Does Work That Matters
Allan Myers is a leading self-performing heavy civil construction and construction materials company with a strategic network of offices, quarries and asphalt plants covering the Mid-Atlantic from New Jersey to Virginia Beach. We build infrastructure: the highways and bridges that connect cities and towns, the public water and wastewater systems that provide clean water to your home and keep our streams clean. We take pride in meeting the highest quality standards because it ensures our work will have a long-lasting positive impact on the community. When you get home safe each night, you know that what you did that day matters.
At Allan Myers, you are part of a team dedicated to making things better, including your career. We pay well and provide generous benefits. We offer extensive training and promote from within. If you have the drive, we will help you build a career in the thriving construction industry and reach your full potential.
Responsibilities:
- This non-exempt position adheres to a Quality Control System, which complies with federal, state and local construction specifications for the asphalt and concrete plant products as well as the products from the quarry operations.
- Runs daily quality control tests to ensure compliance with specification of various projects and with federal, state and local regulations.
- Develops and adheres to all quality control procedures for the asphalt, concrete and quarry operations.
- Develops asphalt and concrete mix designs in accordance with project specifications.
- Coordinates quality control procedures on various projects with representatives of federal, state and local government agencies.
- Conducts various lab experiments on products using established scientific protocols.
- Coordinates with the asphalt, quarry and concrete plant control rooms regarding mix designs required by customers.
- Receives and analyzes product related technical data coming from external salespeople and technical representatives regarding production procedures.
- Performs other job-related duties as required or assigned.
HOURLY RANGE: $23.00 - $30.00, based on experience.
BENEFITS: We offer competitive industry-leading benefits (including Medical, Vision and Dental), vacation, paid holidays, annual performance bonus program and 401k.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s Degree or its equivalent in job experience is required in a scientific or engineering discipline.
- Minimum of 1-2 years' experience; 3-5 years preferred.
- Knowledge of types of products and product components and the applicability of government regulation on product quality is necessary.
- Knowledge of lab scientific protocols is a must.
Allan Myers is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Notice to External, Third Party, Agency Recruiting Firms:
Allan Myers maintains a preferred vendor list and does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies not under contract. Any resume submitted without a signed agreement and prior written authorization from our Talent Acquisition team will be deemed the property of Allan Myers. We reserve the right to engage with such candidates (contact, interview and hire) without financial obligation. No other employee is authorized to approve resume submissions or bind Allan Myers to any fee arrangement.
Overview:
Our Company Does Work That Matters
Allan Myers is a leading self-performing heavy civil construction and construction materials company with a strategic network of offices, quarries and asphalt plants covering the Mid-Atlantic from New Jersey to Virginia Beach. We build infrastructure: the highways and bridges that connect cities and towns, the public water and wastewater systems that provide clean water to your home and keep our streams clean. We take pride in meeting the highest quality standards because it ensures our work will have a long-lasting positive impact on the community. When you get home safe each night, you know that what you did that day matters.
At Allan Myers, you are part of a team dedicated to making things better, including your career. We pay well and provide generous benefits. We offer extensive training and promote from within. If you have the drive, we will help you build a career in the thriving construction industry and reach your full potential.
Responsibilities:
- This non-exempt position adheres to a Quality Control System, which complies with federal, state and local construction specifications for the asphalt and concrete plant products as well as the products from the quarry operations.
- Runs daily quality control tests to ensure compliance with specification of various projects and with federal, state and local regulations.
- Develops and adheres to all quality control procedures for the asphalt, concrete and quarry operations.
- Develops asphalt and concrete mix designs in accordance with project specifications.
- Coordinates quality control procedures on various projects with representatives of federal, state and local government agencies.
- Conducts various lab experiments on products using established scientific protocols.
- Coordinates with the asphalt, quarry and concrete plant control rooms regarding mix designs required by customers.
- Receives and analyzes product related technical data coming from external salespeople and technical representatives regarding production procedures.
- Performs other job-related duties as required or assigned.
HOURLY RANGE: $23.00 - $30.00, based on experience.
BENEFITS: We offer competitive industry-leading benefits (including Medical, Vision and Dental), vacation, paid holidays, annual performance bonus program and 401k.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s Degree or its equivalent in job experience is required in a scientific or engineering discipline.
- Minimum of 1-2 years' experience; 3-5 years preferred.
- Knowledge of types of products and product components and the applicability of government regulation on product quality is necessary.
- Knowledge of lab scientific protocols is a must.
Allan Myers is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Notice to External, Third Party, Agency Recruiting Firms:
Allan Myers maintains a preferred vendor list and does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies not under contract. Any resume submitted without a signed agreement and prior written authorization from our Talent Acquisition team will be deemed the property of Allan Myers. We reserve the right to engage with such candidates (contact, interview and hire) without financial obligation. No other employee is authorized to approve resume submissions or bind Allan Myers to any fee arrangement.
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Verify your CIP code before applying
Plant Engineer roles typically map to CIP codes in mechanical, industrial, or chemical engineering. Check your diploma and transcripts to confirm your degree's CIP code qualifies for STEM OPT extension before submitting applications, so you don't lose time pursuing roles at non-qualifying employers.
Confirm E-Verify enrollment before accepting offers
Your employer must be enrolled in E-Verify to sponsor your STEM OPT extension. Ask HR directly during the offer stage or search the E-Verify employer search tool to confirm enrollment status before signing, since unenrolled employers cannot legally extend your work authorization.
Target manufacturers with engineering headcount and filing history
Large-scale manufacturers in automotive, aerospace, food processing, and chemicals hire plant engineers regularly and tend to have established processes for OPT students. Use Migrate Mate to filter employers by STEM OPT hiring history and E-Verify status so you're targeting the right facilities.
Align your I-983 training plan to plant operations goals
Your I-983 must show a direct connection between your STEM degree and your on-the-job training objectives. For plant engineering roles, frame learning goals around process improvement methodologies, equipment reliability, or safety compliance, and get your supervisor to co-sign specific performance benchmarks before your OPT extension is filed.
Time your STEM OPT extension filing around plant hiring cycles
Manufacturing facilities often ramp hiring in Q1 and Q3 ahead of production cycles. USCIS recommends filing your STEM OPT extension up to 90 days before your current OPT expires. Coordinating your application timeline with peak hiring periods reduces the risk of a work authorization gap between roles.
Use O*NET to document specialty occupation eligibility
Plant Engineer maps to SOC 17-2112 in O*NET with a Job Zone 4 classification, indicating a bachelor's degree requirement. Print the O*NET occupation profile and include it in your employer's documentation to support STEM OPT training plan approval and any future H-1B visa petition for specialty occupation.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Plant Engineer role qualify for STEM OPT?
Yes, if your degree is in a qualifying STEM field such as mechanical, industrial, chemical, or manufacturing engineering. The role must also directly relate to your degree program, and your employer must be enrolled in E-Verify. USCIS evaluates both the degree field and the job's connection to that field when approving a STEM OPT extension.
How do I find Plant Engineer employers who are enrolled in E-Verify?
You can search Migrate Mate to browse Plant Engineer openings filtered for E-Verify-enrolled employers, which is required for your STEM OPT extension. You can also verify any employer independently through the E-Verify employer search tool before accepting an offer, since enrollment status can change and your DSO will need confirmation before filing your I-983.
What does the I-983 training plan need to include for a Plant Engineer?
Your I-983 must describe how your on-the-job training directly relates to your STEM degree. For plant engineering, this means documenting learning objectives tied to areas like process control, facility operations, or engineering analysis. Both you and your employer's supervisor must sign the plan, and it needs to be updated if your role or responsibilities change materially.
What happens to my work authorization if my Plant Engineer offer comes after my OPT expires?
If you're in a cap-gap period because your employer has filed an H-1B petition on your behalf, USCIS automatically extends your work authorization through September 30 of that fiscal year. Outside of cap-gap, there's no grace period for expired OPT. Filing your STEM OPT extension before your current OPT end date is the only way to maintain continuous authorization.
Can I switch Plant Engineer employers during my STEM OPT extension?
Yes, but you must report the change to your DSO within 10 days and submit a new or updated I-983 training plan with your new employer. The new employer must also be enrolled in E-Verify. USCIS does not require a new EAD for an employer change during STEM OPT, but your DSO must update your SEVIS record to reflect the transition.