STEM OPT Process Engineering Manager Jobs
Process Engineering Manager roles qualify for STEM OPT when your degree maps to an approved CIP code in engineering or a related technical field. The 24-month extension requires your employer to be enrolled in E-Verify and to co-sign your I-983 training plan. With 36 months of total OPT authorization, you have a realistic runway to pursue H-1B visa sponsorship.
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At Ford, you’ll work on ideas that matter, alongside passionate people who want to make a global impact. Together, we’re shaping the next era of transportation—grounded in purpose, driven by progress. Make your move.
- Job Type: Full time
- Work Type: Hybrid
Do you have what it takes to make smart vehicles for a smart world? Join the Ford Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) team! Utilizing Design Thinking and User Experience methods, you will work to deliver breakthrough products and services that delight our customers. We are seeking forward-thinking, laser-focused professionals with a passion for bringing innovative, exciting, and sustainable ideas to life. We have opportunities around the world for you to contribute to such advancements as autonomy, electrification, smart mobility technologies and more!
We bring engineering ideas to life. In ADAS, we make driving more exciting, enjoyable, and safe. Ford’s ADAS team designs and develops rear camera and 360 Surround View Camera Visualization features, including trailering, off road, and streaming.
We are seeking a professional who can contribute to our efforts with experience and passion in the development of camera visualization features, functions, sensors, ECUs, models, and software.
What you’ll do…
- Act as the technical authority for Rear View (FMVSS111) and Surround View camera features, leading requirements decomposition, cross-domain orchestration, and roadmap definition in collaboration with Product and Digital Design teams.
- Ensure the robustness of our camera features by leading the development of feature requirements, Boundary diagrams, design analysis, Failure Mode Avoidance, and test procedures.
- Ensure global regulatory (FMVSS111) and functional safety (ISO-26262) compliance by partnering with the Automotive Safety Office and Office of General Counsel to develop item definitions, hazard analyses, and safety concepts.
- Drive feature robustness through Failure Mode Avoidance (FMA) and advanced validation (HIL/SIL/Vehicle); lead complex root cause investigations (8D/5-Why) and present technical solutions to enterprise leadership.
- Collaborate with Product Design and Digital Design teams to define the roadmap and scope of Ford’s Camera Experience Features, including the look and feel we want our customers to experience.
You'll have...
- Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Systems Engineering
- 3+ years of work experience with designing and developing Camera hardware systems or the software systems that deliver human vision camera features
- 2+ years of experience developing features in the ADAS domain using radars, cameras, LIDAR, ultrasonic sensors and/or other related vehicle systems (e.g. body, electrical, chassis, powertrain, etc.)
- 2+ years of experience in system engineering including experience with the System V, Functional decomposition, design analysis, Concept, Logical and technology level requirements development, System integration and FMA analysis
- Strong leadership skills with a passion for quality and customer happiness
- Excellent communication, teamwork, interpersonal and project management skills
- Ability to work well independently and take initiative
Even better, you may have...
- Master’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering or Mechanical Engineering
- Experience in authoring new system requirements/specifications
- Experience with SysML / MagicDraw/Jama/Jira
- Understanding of embedded hardware and software design
- Experience with model based design (e.g. Matlab, Simulink, Stateflow, state machine development, etc.)
- Verification proficiency (e.g. design verification methods, data acquisition/analysis, hardware-in-the-loop, etc.)
- Knowledge of virtual validation methods (e.g. HIL, MIL, SIL, etc.)
You may not check every box, or your experience may look a little different from what we've outlined, but if you think you can bring value to Ford Motor Company, we encourage you to apply!
As an established global company, we offer the benefit of choice. You can choose what your Ford future will look like: will your story span the globe, or keep you close to home? Will your career be a deep dive into what you love, or a series of new teams and new skills? Will you be a leader, a changemaker, a technical expert, a culture builder…or all of the above? No matter what you choose, we offer a work life that works for you, including:
- Immediate medical, dental, vision and prescription drug coverage
- Flexible family care days, paid parental leave, new parent ramp-up programs, subsidized back-up child care and more
- Family building benefits including adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, fertility treatments, and more
- Vehicle discount program for employees and family members and management leases
- Tuition assistance
- Established and active employee resource groups
- Paid time off for individual and team community service
- A generous schedule of paid holidays, including the week between Christmas and New Year’s Day
- Paid time off and the option to purchase additional vacation time.
This position is a salary grade 8 and ranges from $115,000-$165,000.
Final determination of salary grade will be based on candidate's skills and experience, and base salary will be set within the applicable range according to job scope, responsibility and competitive market value.
Visa sponsorship is available for this position.
Candidates for positions with Ford Motor Company must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status or protected veteran status. In the United States, if you need a reasonable accommodation for the online application process due to a disability, please call 1-888-336-0660.
This position is hybrid. Candidates who are in commuting distance to a Ford hub location may be required to be onsite four or more days per week. #LI-Hybrid
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Overview
At Ford, you’ll work on ideas that matter, alongside passionate people who want to make a global impact. Together, we’re shaping the next era of transportation—grounded in purpose, driven by progress. Make your move.
- Job Type: Full time
- Work Type: Hybrid
Do you have what it takes to make smart vehicles for a smart world? Join the Ford Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) team! Utilizing Design Thinking and User Experience methods, you will work to deliver breakthrough products and services that delight our customers. We are seeking forward-thinking, laser-focused professionals with a passion for bringing innovative, exciting, and sustainable ideas to life. We have opportunities around the world for you to contribute to such advancements as autonomy, electrification, smart mobility technologies and more!
We bring engineering ideas to life. In ADAS, we make driving more exciting, enjoyable, and safe. Ford’s ADAS team designs and develops rear camera and 360 Surround View Camera Visualization features, including trailering, off road, and streaming.
We are seeking a professional who can contribute to our efforts with experience and passion in the development of camera visualization features, functions, sensors, ECUs, models, and software.
What you’ll do…
- Act as the technical authority for Rear View (FMVSS111) and Surround View camera features, leading requirements decomposition, cross-domain orchestration, and roadmap definition in collaboration with Product and Digital Design teams.
- Ensure the robustness of our camera features by leading the development of feature requirements, Boundary diagrams, design analysis, Failure Mode Avoidance, and test procedures.
- Ensure global regulatory (FMVSS111) and functional safety (ISO-26262) compliance by partnering with the Automotive Safety Office and Office of General Counsel to develop item definitions, hazard analyses, and safety concepts.
- Drive feature robustness through Failure Mode Avoidance (FMA) and advanced validation (HIL/SIL/Vehicle); lead complex root cause investigations (8D/5-Why) and present technical solutions to enterprise leadership.
- Collaborate with Product Design and Digital Design teams to define the roadmap and scope of Ford’s Camera Experience Features, including the look and feel we want our customers to experience.
You'll have...
- Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Systems Engineering
- 3+ years of work experience with designing and developing Camera hardware systems or the software systems that deliver human vision camera features
- 2+ years of experience developing features in the ADAS domain using radars, cameras, LIDAR, ultrasonic sensors and/or other related vehicle systems (e.g. body, electrical, chassis, powertrain, etc.)
- 2+ years of experience in system engineering including experience with the System V, Functional decomposition, design analysis, Concept, Logical and technology level requirements development, System integration and FMA analysis
- Strong leadership skills with a passion for quality and customer happiness
- Excellent communication, teamwork, interpersonal and project management skills
- Ability to work well independently and take initiative
Even better, you may have...
- Master’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering or Mechanical Engineering
- Experience in authoring new system requirements/specifications
- Experience with SysML / MagicDraw/Jama/Jira
- Understanding of embedded hardware and software design
- Experience with model based design (e.g. Matlab, Simulink, Stateflow, state machine development, etc.)
- Verification proficiency (e.g. design verification methods, data acquisition/analysis, hardware-in-the-loop, etc.)
- Knowledge of virtual validation methods (e.g. HIL, MIL, SIL, etc.)
You may not check every box, or your experience may look a little different from what we've outlined, but if you think you can bring value to Ford Motor Company, we encourage you to apply!
As an established global company, we offer the benefit of choice. You can choose what your Ford future will look like: will your story span the globe, or keep you close to home? Will your career be a deep dive into what you love, or a series of new teams and new skills? Will you be a leader, a changemaker, a technical expert, a culture builder…or all of the above? No matter what you choose, we offer a work life that works for you, including:
- Immediate medical, dental, vision and prescription drug coverage
- Flexible family care days, paid parental leave, new parent ramp-up programs, subsidized back-up child care and more
- Family building benefits including adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, fertility treatments, and more
- Vehicle discount program for employees and family members and management leases
- Tuition assistance
- Established and active employee resource groups
- Paid time off for individual and team community service
- A generous schedule of paid holidays, including the week between Christmas and New Year’s Day
- Paid time off and the option to purchase additional vacation time.
This position is a salary grade 8 and ranges from $115,000-$165,000.
Final determination of salary grade will be based on candidate's skills and experience, and base salary will be set within the applicable range according to job scope, responsibility and competitive market value.
Visa sponsorship is available for this position.
Candidates for positions with Ford Motor Company must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status or protected veteran status. In the United States, if you need a reasonable accommodation for the online application process due to a disability, please call 1-888-336-0660.
This position is hybrid. Candidates who are in commuting distance to a Ford hub location may be required to be onsite four or more days per week. #LI-Hybrid
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding STEM OPT Authorization as a Process Engineering Manager
Verify your CIP code before applying
Pull your degree's CIP code from your school's registrar and cross-reference it against the STEM OPT designated degree program list. Process engineering roles typically align with CIP codes under industrial, chemical, or manufacturing engineering, but a mismatch can disqualify your extension request.
Confirm E-Verify enrollment before accepting offers
Ask for the employer's E-Verify Company ID before signing anything. E-Verify enrollment is mandatory for STEM OPT employers, and an employer who can't provide that ID cannot legally employ you under the 24-month extension regardless of how the offer letter reads.
Build your I-983 training plan around engineering deliverables
Process Engineering Manager roles involve measurable outputs like yield improvement targets, equipment qualification protocols, and cross-functional team leadership. Document these specifically in your I-983 rather than using generic language, since your DSO reviews the plan for degree-level relevance.
Target companies with active H-1B LCA filings
Use Migrate Mate to filter Process Engineering Manager roles by employers with verified H-1B Labor Condition Application history. This narrows your search to companies that have already navigated immigration paperwork for engineering roles, which signals readiness to sponsor beyond OPT.
Understand cap-gap protection for H-1B transitions
If your OPT end date falls between April 1 and October 1 and your employer files an H-1B petition by April 1, cap-gap automatically extends your work authorization through September 30. USCIS issues a cap-gap EAD extension notice, and you can work continuously without a gap.
Negotiate your start date around I-983 reporting windows
STEM OPT requires an annual I-983 evaluation report, and your employer must submit a final report within 30 days of your end date or termination. Align your offer start date so your first evaluation period covers a full 12 months of substantive process engineering work.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Process Engineering Manager role qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
It qualifies if your underlying degree maps to an approved STEM CIP code, typically industrial engineering, chemical engineering, manufacturing engineering, or a closely related technical field. The role itself must also provide training directly related to that degree. Review the O*NET profile for this occupation to confirm the degree alignment your DSO will evaluate when approving your I-983 training plan.
How do I verify that a potential employer is enrolled in E-Verify?
Ask the recruiter or HR contact for the company's E-Verify Company ID during the offer stage, not after you accept. E-Verify enrollment is a legal prerequisite for employing STEM OPT students under the 24-month extension. If the employer can't provide that ID or expresses confusion about the requirement, the role cannot support your extension regardless of other sponsorship intentions.
What should my I-983 training plan include for a Process Engineering Manager position?
Your I-983 must connect the day-to-day work to learning objectives grounded in your STEM degree. For this role, that means documenting specific engineering tasks such as process optimization projects, equipment validation protocols, or production yield analysis, along with measurable goals and a supervision structure. Vague descriptions of general management duties will not satisfy your DSO's review, and USCIS expects the plan to demonstrate a direct link to technical training.
What happens to my work authorization if my H-1B petition is filed while I'm on STEM OPT?
If your employer files a cap-subject H-1B petition by April 1 and you're selected in the lottery, cap-gap protection automatically extends your OPT EAD through September 30 of that year. You can continue working in your Process Engineering Manager role without interruption. USCIS will issue documentation confirming the extension, and your employer should update your I-9 accordingly before your original EAD expires.
Where can I find Process Engineering Manager jobs that support STEM OPT?
Migrate Mate filters Process Engineering Manager listings by employers with verified E-Verify enrollment and H-1B LCA filing history, so you can focus your search on companies that are already set up to support STEM OPT extensions and long-term sponsorship. Searching without that filter means manually vetting each employer for E-Verify status before you can assess whether the role is viable for your authorization.