STEM OPT Process Engineer Jobs
Process Engineer roles in manufacturing, chemicals, and semiconductors sit squarely within STEM OPT eligibility, giving you up to 24 additional months of work authorization after your initial OPT year. Your employer must be enrolled in E-Verify, and your engineering or applied sciences degree must align with the SOC code on your I-20 STEM designation.
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Date: Aug 4, 2026
Location: Emporia, KS - Kansas, US, 66801-3125
Company: Bunge
City: Emporia
State: Kansas (US-KS)
Country: United States (US)
Requisition Number: 47037
A Day in the Life:
Provides process engineering support to assigned facility to improve efficiencies, troubleshoot operation issues, and aid in capital project design. This position will follow engineering principles and the Bunge Core Values in providing operations support to meet business needs required to keep the assigned facility competitive.
What You’ll Be Doing:
- Follow Process Safety Management program guidelines and ensure compliance with regulations and Bunge policies.
- Focus on driving efficiencies by reducing costs without compromising safety.
- Working with the facility to plan and develop projects for productivity improvement related to Productivity, Quality, Safety, and Environment (PQSE) gap closure while optimizing ‘Key Performance Indicators” (KPI).
- Evaluate Lean Sigma opportunities and coordinate and assist with implementation.
- Provide general technical assistance to operations staff concerning the following: dry material handling, air flows, heat exchange, electricity and power, programmable logistical controllers (PLC), steam generation/use and liquid movement/storage.
- Collaborate with facility management to define technical needs and CapEx requirements, recommend CapEx projects, evaluate CapEx proposals for technical viability, and assist with development of the project presentations.
- Assist facility with vendor assessments, OEM equipment evaluations, and assessments of contractors and consulting engineers.
- Coordinate with local plant management to ensure that projects are in compliance with Federal and State environmental regulations.
- Interface effectively with other departments such as commercial, safety, accounting, legal, environmental, engineering, QA/QC, and procurement to assist with optimal execution of business needs.
- Assist with review of production data routinely to ensure accuracy and to analyze for continuous improvements throughout the facility.
Skills/Experience Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in mechanical, civil, agricultural, electrical, or chemical engineering is required.
- 1 - 2 years of experience in plant operations, maintenance and safety is required.
- Proficiency with applicable computer software packages including AutoCad, Microsoft Word, Excel and Project.
- Knowledge of design codes and government regulations affecting industry including NFPA 36, NFPA 61, OSHA and EPA is preferred.
- Demonstrates mechanical aptitude and interest with strong problem-solving skills.
- Demonstrates organizational and planning capabilities.
- Has worked on projects up to $1M, with various complexity levels.
- Completes projects successfully on time and on budget including safety compliance.
- Able to work with direction and oversight in day-to-day duties.
- Able to evaluate and understand the GAP and inform the plant on recommended actions with input from others to start closing the Gap.
Benefits:
- Health Benefits – Offering choices so you can enroll in medical, dental and vision plans that meet your individual needs.
- 401(k) Retirement Plan – Investing in your future with an automatic 5% company contribution AND matching up to 4% of your contributions.
- Family Support – Supporting new and growing families by providing 6 weeks of 100% paid parental leave and fertility coverage.
- Tuition Reimbursement – after one year of service, eligible for tuition expenses reimbursement of up to $5000 per year.
- Time Off – Providing generous PTO based on professional work experience
- 0 – 9 years: 25 days
- 10 – 19 years: 30 days
- 20+ years: 35 days
At Bunge (NYSE: BG), our purpose is to connect farmers to consumers to deliver essential food, feed and fuel to the world. As a premier agribusiness solutions provider, our team of ~34,000 dedicated employees partner with farmers across the globe to move agricultural commodities from where they’re grown to where they’re needed—in faster, smarter, and more efficient ways. We are a world leader in grain origination, storage, distribution, oilseed processing and refining, offering a broad portfolio of plant-based oils, fats, and proteins. We work alongside our customers at both ends of the value chain to deliver quality products and develop tailored, innovative solutions that address evolving consumer needs. With 200+ years of experience and presence in over 50 countries, we are committed to strengthening global food security, advancing sustainability, and helping communities prosper where we operate. Bunge has its registered office in Geneva, Switzerland and its corporate headquarters in St. Louis, Missouri.
Every day our people exemplify these values, which represent Bunge at its core:
- We Are One Team – Collaborative, Respectful, Inclusive
- We Lead The Way – Agile, Empowered, Innovative
- We Do What’s Right – Safety, Sustainability, With Integrity
If this sounds like you, join us! We value and invest in people who believe in our purpose and are excited to live it every day – people who are #ProudtoBeBunge
Job Segment: Facilities, Process Engineer, Lean Six Sigma, Chemical Engineer, Environmental Engineering, Operations, Engineering, Management
Process Engineer
Date: Aug 4, 2026
Location: Emporia, KS - Kansas, US, 66801-3125
Company: Bunge
City: Emporia
State: Kansas (US-KS)
Country: United States (US)
Requisition Number: 47037
A Day in the Life:
Provides process engineering support to assigned facility to improve efficiencies, troubleshoot operation issues, and aid in capital project design. This position will follow engineering principles and the Bunge Core Values in providing operations support to meet business needs required to keep the assigned facility competitive.
What You’ll Be Doing:
- Follow Process Safety Management program guidelines and ensure compliance with regulations and Bunge policies.
- Focus on driving efficiencies by reducing costs without compromising safety.
- Working with the facility to plan and develop projects for productivity improvement related to Productivity, Quality, Safety, and Environment (PQSE) gap closure while optimizing ‘Key Performance Indicators” (KPI).
- Evaluate Lean Sigma opportunities and coordinate and assist with implementation.
- Provide general technical assistance to operations staff concerning the following: dry material handling, air flows, heat exchange, electricity and power, programmable logistical controllers (PLC), steam generation/use and liquid movement/storage.
- Collaborate with facility management to define technical needs and CapEx requirements, recommend CapEx projects, evaluate CapEx proposals for technical viability, and assist with development of the project presentations.
- Assist facility with vendor assessments, OEM equipment evaluations, and assessments of contractors and consulting engineers.
- Coordinate with local plant management to ensure that projects are in compliance with Federal and State environmental regulations.
- Interface effectively with other departments such as commercial, safety, accounting, legal, environmental, engineering, QA/QC, and procurement to assist with optimal execution of business needs.
- Assist with review of production data routinely to ensure accuracy and to analyze for continuous improvements throughout the facility.
Skills/Experience Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in mechanical, civil, agricultural, electrical, or chemical engineering is required.
- 1 - 2 years of experience in plant operations, maintenance and safety is required.
- Proficiency with applicable computer software packages including AutoCad, Microsoft Word, Excel and Project.
- Knowledge of design codes and government regulations affecting industry including NFPA 36, NFPA 61, OSHA and EPA is preferred.
- Demonstrates mechanical aptitude and interest with strong problem-solving skills.
- Demonstrates organizational and planning capabilities.
- Has worked on projects up to $1M, with various complexity levels.
- Completes projects successfully on time and on budget including safety compliance.
- Able to work with direction and oversight in day-to-day duties.
- Able to evaluate and understand the GAP and inform the plant on recommended actions with input from others to start closing the Gap.
Benefits:
- Health Benefits – Offering choices so you can enroll in medical, dental and vision plans that meet your individual needs.
- 401(k) Retirement Plan – Investing in your future with an automatic 5% company contribution AND matching up to 4% of your contributions.
- Family Support – Supporting new and growing families by providing 6 weeks of 100% paid parental leave and fertility coverage.
- Tuition Reimbursement – after one year of service, eligible for tuition expenses reimbursement of up to $5000 per year.
- Time Off – Providing generous PTO based on professional work experience
- 0 – 9 years: 25 days
- 10 – 19 years: 30 days
- 20+ years: 35 days
At Bunge (NYSE: BG), our purpose is to connect farmers to consumers to deliver essential food, feed and fuel to the world. As a premier agribusiness solutions provider, our team of ~34,000 dedicated employees partner with farmers across the globe to move agricultural commodities from where they’re grown to where they’re needed—in faster, smarter, and more efficient ways. We are a world leader in grain origination, storage, distribution, oilseed processing and refining, offering a broad portfolio of plant-based oils, fats, and proteins. We work alongside our customers at both ends of the value chain to deliver quality products and develop tailored, innovative solutions that address evolving consumer needs. With 200+ years of experience and presence in over 50 countries, we are committed to strengthening global food security, advancing sustainability, and helping communities prosper where we operate. Bunge has its registered office in Geneva, Switzerland and its corporate headquarters in St. Louis, Missouri.
Every day our people exemplify these values, which represent Bunge at its core:
- We Are One Team – Collaborative, Respectful, Inclusive
- We Lead The Way – Agile, Empowered, Innovative
- We Do What’s Right – Safety, Sustainability, With Integrity
If this sounds like you, join us! We value and invest in people who believe in our purpose and are excited to live it every day – people who are #ProudtoBeBunge
Job Segment: Facilities, Process Engineer, Lean Six Sigma, Chemical Engineer, Environmental Engineering, Operations, Engineering, Management
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding STEM OPT Authorization as a Process Engineer
Verify your CIP code before applying
Check your degree's Classification of Instructional Programs code against the USCIS STEM OPT designated degree list. Chemical, mechanical, and industrial engineering CIP codes qualify, but interdisciplinary programs sometimes don't, so confirm with your DSO before targeting Process Engineer postings.
Screen employers for E-Verify enrollment upfront
Before submitting any application, confirm the company is actively enrolled in E-Verify, not just registered. Ask your recruiter directly or search the E-Verify employer search tool. A lapsed enrollment disqualifies the employer even if they're willing to hire you.
Target industries with consistent STEM OPT hiring histories
Semiconductor fabrication, petrochemical processing, and pharmaceutical manufacturing file LCAs for Process Engineers at higher rates than general manufacturers. Use the OFLC Wage Search to filter by SOC code 17-2199 and identify which subsectors post the most certified applications in your target metro area.
Use Migrate Mate to find verified Process Engineer roles
Search Migrate Mate to surface Process Engineer postings at employers with confirmed E-Verify enrollment. The platform filters by STEM OPT eligibility so you're not wasting applications on companies that can't legally onboard you under your current work authorization.
Build your I-983 training plan before the offer stage
Draft the learning objectives and performance evaluation criteria for your I-983 before your final interview. Process Engineer roles map well to measurable outcomes like yield improvement, cycle time reduction, and SOP development, which satisfies USCIS's requirement that training relate directly to your STEM degree.
Understand cap-gap coverage if your OPT expires during H-1B selection
If your employer files an H-1B visa petition on your behalf before your OPT EAD expires and you're selected in the lottery, cap-gap automatically extends your work authorization through September 30. Confirm your employer will file before April 1 and that your EAD is still valid at the time of filing.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Process Engineer role qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
Yes, provided your degree falls under a STEM-designated CIP code and the role aligns with that field of study. Most Process Engineer positions map to SOC code 17-2199 (Engineers, All Other) or a related engineering code. Your DSO will confirm the match when endorsing your I-20 for the STEM OPT extension. The role itself must also involve practical application of your STEM training, which standard Process Engineer responsibilities in manufacturing or chemicals typically satisfy.
What does E-Verify enrollment mean for my STEM OPT employer?
E-Verify is a federal web-based system that confirms employment eligibility by cross-referencing your Form I-9 data against DHS and SSA records. For STEM OPT, your employer must be enrolled in E-Verify at all work sites where you'll be employed before your training begins. A company that is registered but has an inactive or terminated E-Verify account does not meet the requirement. Verify enrollment status directly with HR before accepting an offer, since this disqualifies you from the extension if overlooked.
How do I complete the I-983 training plan for a Process Engineer position?
The I-983 requires you and your employer to document specific learning objectives tied to your STEM degree, identify a supervisor, and outline how the role advances your practical training. For Process Engineer roles, objectives typically include skills like statistical process control, root cause analysis, and process optimization methods. USCIS requires that the training relate directly to your degree field, and your employer must complete a six-month evaluation. Submit the signed I-983 to your DSO before your STEM OPT start date.
Can I work at a client site or third-party facility as a Process Engineer on STEM OPT?
You can, but the E-Verify enrollment requirement applies to your direct employer of record, not the client site. If your employer places you at a third-party facility, your employer must still be enrolled in E-Verify and must supervise your training plan, even if day-to-day oversight comes from the client. USCIS scrutinizes staffing arrangements under STEM OPT, so your I-983 must clearly identify your actual employer and describe how they'll evaluate your progress regardless of where you physically work.
Where can I find Process Engineer jobs that accept STEM OPT students?
Migrate Mate lists Process Engineer roles at employers confirmed to be enrolled in E-Verify, so you can filter for positions where your STEM OPT authorization is actually usable. Beyond the platform, you can cross-reference employers by searching OFLC Wage Search for recent LCA filings under the Process Engineer SOC code, which shows companies actively seeking workers in that occupation and signals familiarity with work authorization requirements.