STEM OPT Process Control Engineer Jobs
Process Control Engineer roles in manufacturing, energy, and chemical processing are strong fits for F-1 students on STEM OPT. Your 24-month STEM extension applies when your chemical, electrical, or systems engineering degree aligns with the role, and your employer must be enrolled in E-Verify to participate in your training plan.
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Get Access To All JobsLooking to join a passionate team dedicated to developing and manufacturing life-saving biopharmaceuticals? Avid Bioservices is a leading clinical and commercial biologics CDMO focused on creating innovative solutions to meet the needs of our clients and improve patient outcomes.
Your Role:
The Quality Control In-Process Analyst will perform testing and sampling to support manufacturing, validation, process development and stability studies in a GMP environment for the Quality Control In-Process team.
- Perform basic compendial test methods without supervision and with strict adherence to written protocols, analyze data and report results.
- Formulate buffers and reagents for the purpose of performing test methods.
- Write and revise test methods and procedures.
- Perform aseptic sampling, endotoxin, pH, conductivity, osmolality, A280 and endotoxin by LAL.
- Perform water testing and raw material sampling and testing.
- Perform QC testing for lot release, stability, development/validation projects, and investigations.
- Other functions include writing study protocols and reports.
- Work with other departments in developing, revising and implementing QC procedures and policies.
- Should be aware of company cGMPs as well as industry regulations that apply to all job functions.
- Perform sample pick up and sample locating without supervision and with strict adherence to written protocols.
- Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree or 2-4+ years of biotech industry experience working in a QC or analytical lab.
- Must have experience with analytical testing, writing reports, GMPs, and regulatory audits.
- Experience with most, if not all the methodologies listed above.
- Experience with basic maintenance and troubleshooting of analytical instrumentation is highly desirable.
Position Type/Expected Hours of Work:
- This is a full-time position operating Sunday through Wednesday on a 4x10 (4 days x 10 hours) schedule.
- Will have an adaptable schedule to accommodate operational and scheduling demands.
- Availability needed for overtime and weekend shifts as necessary.
Compensation:
We offer competitive compensation packages for this role, including a base salary, performance-based bonuses, and comprehensive benefits such as health, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) matching, and paid time off.
The compensation range for this role is $25.77 to $32.21 hourly, depending on experience and qualifications. Additionally, we offer opportunities for career growth and development as well as a supportive and inclusive work environment.
Who you are:
- You have a "bring it on!" team player approach and an unshakable positive attitude, always ready to tackle anything that comes your way.
- Your written and verbal skills are out of this world, and you communicate with clarity and confidence.
- You have exceptional multitasking skills and an unparalleled attention to detail that ensure the smooth running of everything.
- You are a master at building relationships, capable of establishing connections with anyone, be it team members, clients, vendors, or suppliers.
Physical Demands & Work Environment:
In this dynamic role, expect a blend of regular activities like sitting, standing, and walking, with occasional physically engaging tasks such as lifting objects up to 20 pounds. The work environment might expose you to electrical shocks, toxic chemicals, vibrations, or loud noise levels occasionally. However, reasonable accommodations are available to enable individuals with different abilities to perform effectively, ensuring a supportive and adaptable work setting. Your visual acuity, including close, distance, and color vision, will be essential in navigating through the diverse day-to-day demands of this position.
Looking to join a passionate team dedicated to developing and manufacturing life-saving biopharmaceuticals? Avid Bioservices is a leading clinical and commercial biologics CDMO focused on creating innovative solutions to meet the needs of our clients and improve patient outcomes.
Your Role:
The Quality Control In-Process Analyst will perform testing and sampling to support manufacturing, validation, process development and stability studies in a GMP environment for the Quality Control In-Process team.
- Perform basic compendial test methods without supervision and with strict adherence to written protocols, analyze data and report results.
- Formulate buffers and reagents for the purpose of performing test methods.
- Write and revise test methods and procedures.
- Perform aseptic sampling, endotoxin, pH, conductivity, osmolality, A280 and endotoxin by LAL.
- Perform water testing and raw material sampling and testing.
- Perform QC testing for lot release, stability, development/validation projects, and investigations.
- Other functions include writing study protocols and reports.
- Work with other departments in developing, revising and implementing QC procedures and policies.
- Should be aware of company cGMPs as well as industry regulations that apply to all job functions.
- Perform sample pick up and sample locating without supervision and with strict adherence to written protocols.
- Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree or 2-4+ years of biotech industry experience working in a QC or analytical lab.
- Must have experience with analytical testing, writing reports, GMPs, and regulatory audits.
- Experience with most, if not all the methodologies listed above.
- Experience with basic maintenance and troubleshooting of analytical instrumentation is highly desirable.
Position Type/Expected Hours of Work:
- This is a full-time position operating Sunday through Wednesday on a 4x10 (4 days x 10 hours) schedule.
- Will have an adaptable schedule to accommodate operational and scheduling demands.
- Availability needed for overtime and weekend shifts as necessary.
Compensation:
We offer competitive compensation packages for this role, including a base salary, performance-based bonuses, and comprehensive benefits such as health, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) matching, and paid time off.
The compensation range for this role is $25.77 to $32.21 hourly, depending on experience and qualifications. Additionally, we offer opportunities for career growth and development as well as a supportive and inclusive work environment.
Who you are:
- You have a "bring it on!" team player approach and an unshakable positive attitude, always ready to tackle anything that comes your way.
- Your written and verbal skills are out of this world, and you communicate with clarity and confidence.
- You have exceptional multitasking skills and an unparalleled attention to detail that ensure the smooth running of everything.
- You are a master at building relationships, capable of establishing connections with anyone, be it team members, clients, vendors, or suppliers.
Physical Demands & Work Environment:
In this dynamic role, expect a blend of regular activities like sitting, standing, and walking, with occasional physically engaging tasks such as lifting objects up to 20 pounds. The work environment might expose you to electrical shocks, toxic chemicals, vibrations, or loud noise levels occasionally. However, reasonable accommodations are available to enable individuals with different abilities to perform effectively, ensuring a supportive and adaptable work setting. Your visual acuity, including close, distance, and color vision, will be essential in navigating through the diverse day-to-day demands of this position.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding STEM OPT Authorization as a Process Control Engineer
Verify your CIP code before applying
Cross-check your degree's Classification of Instructional Programs code against the STEM-designated degree list published by USCIS. Process control roles typically require chemical, electrical, or systems engineering degrees, and a mismatch disqualifies you from the 24-month extension regardless of employer willingness.
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. A subsidiary or contract employer may operate under a separate EIN that isn't enrolled, which would invalidate your STEM OPT training plan before it begins.
Align your I-983 training goals to process control deliverables
Your I-983 training plan must tie learning objectives to measurable engineering outcomes, such as reducing loop deviation percentages or commissioning distributed control system upgrades. Vague goals get rejected by your DSO. Draft these with your direct supervisor before your first day.
Target industries with consistent OPT hiring histories
Chemical processing, oil and gas, and advanced manufacturing plants file Labor Condition Applications for process control roles at higher rates than general industrial employers. Use the OFLC Wage Search to identify which employers have filed LCAs for similar job titles in your target metro area.
Search for Process Control Engineer roles on Migrate Mate
Migrate Mate filters listings to show employers verified for STEM OPT hiring, saving you from applying to companies that can't support your training plan. Use it to target roles where the employer's E-Verify enrollment and STEM hiring history are already confirmed.
Start cap-gap planning before your OPT end date
If your employer files an H-1B visa petition on your behalf before your OPT expires, cap-gap protections automatically extend your work authorization through September 30 of that fiscal year. Coordinate with your employer's immigration counsel at least 90 days before your EAD expiration to avoid a work authorization gap.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does a process control engineering role qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
Yes, if your underlying degree is in a STEM-designated field such as chemical engineering, electrical engineering, or systems engineering, and the role directly applies that training. The job title alone doesn't determine eligibility. Your DSO will verify that your degree's CIP code appears on the USCIS STEM-designated degree list before recommending the OPT extension on your I-20.
What must my employer do to support my STEM OPT training plan?
Your employer must be enrolled in E-Verify and must co-sign your I-983 training plan, which documents specific learning objectives, supervision structure, and how the role connects to your STEM degree. The employer also commits to reporting any material changes to your training, such as a site transfer or shift in job duties, to your DSO within five business days.
How do I find process control engineering employers that accept STEM OPT students?
Migrate Mate is the recommended way to search for Process Control Engineer roles filtered to employers verified for STEM OPT hiring. You can also cross-reference the OFLC Wage Search to see which employers have filed Labor Condition Applications for process control job titles in your area, which signals active immigration program participation.
What happens to my work authorization if my employer files an H-1B petition before my STEM OPT ends?
If your employer submits a timely H-1B cap-subject petition before your STEM OPT EAD expires, cap-gap provisions automatically extend your work authorization and status through September 30. You can continue working in your process control role during that period without interruption. USCIS provides cap-gap guidance that your DSO and employer's counsel should review together well before your EAD end date.
Can I switch process control engineering employers while on STEM OPT?
Yes, but you must update your I-983 training plan with the new employer before starting work there. The new employer must also be enrolled in E-Verify. Your DSO issues a new I-20 reflecting the change, and you have up to ten days after leaving your old employer to report the transition. Gaps between positions beyond 90 days of aggregate unemployment can jeopardize your OPT status.