STEM OPT Product Design Engineer Jobs
Product Design Engineer roles sit squarely within STEM OPT eligibility, drawing on mechanical, industrial, or materials engineering degrees that qualify for the 24-month extension. Your employer must be enrolled in E-Verify and sign a Form I-983 training plan before your extension begins. This page lists Product Design Engineer jobs at E-Verify-enrolled companies actively hiring OPT students.
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Where is the work:
Monday to Thursday, work onsite with your colleagues. Fridays, choose your work location, balancing what your work requires.
What's in it for you:
As a Product Design Engineer at Trane Technologies, you will be a key member of a high performing team of product development engineers and designers for the Commercial Unitary Water Source Heat Pump (WSHP) Products. In this role, you will be responsible for designing the equipment and systems that meet our customers’ requirements. You will contribute to and lead engineering teams, develop concepts for new & improved commercial HVAC products, and solve complex technical problems leading to production of sustainable new products. This role works closely with other departments in engineering, manufacturing, marketing, service, and sourcing to create integrated and optimized designs and support ongoing business activities. In this role, you will also have opportunities to learn from some of the industry’s best people, while having opportunities to develop leadership skills by running projects that support the business.
What you will do:
- Develop HVAC refrigeration and airflow systems to meet performance, regulatory, quality, and cost requirements.
- Review and understand the technical feasibility of product and internal requirements. Design and select robust and cost-effective components and develop engineering specifications.
- Understand and apply applicable regulatory codes such as UL.
- Complete system integration tasks including: engineering design, engineering specifications, support creation of layouts, and design reviews.
- Develop laboratory test plans and analyze test data to ensure product performance and quality.
- Support the creation of the documentation package to ensure documentation reflects the design intent and that all required documents are completed on time and to the satisfaction of the internal customers.
- Demonstrate that all knowledge gaps, Failures (FRACAS) and Design Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (DFMEA) items are resolved to minimize potential for quality escapes.
- Provide guidance and leadership to designers, lab technicians, and other team members.
- Manage project schedules and teams for assigned projects.
What you will bring:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Arts/Sciences (BA/BS) in an Engineering discipline.
- 3-5 years' experience leading technical aspects of product design projects, validation testing, and root cause analysis.
- Deliver and lead technical designs to meet project and product requirements.
- Familiarity with HVAC system functions including refrigeration, heat transfer, airflow, and ventilation preferred.
- Good understanding of the application of computer simulation tools and theory to HVAC system design preferred.
Annual Base Salary Range or Hourly Base Pay Range:
$69,600.00 - $124,950.00
Compensation Type:
Salary
Incentive Eligible:
No
Sales Commission Eligible:
No
Disclaimer: We strive to provide competitive compensation for this position, tailored to a variety of factors. The actual compensation will depend on elements such as seniority, merit, geographic location, education, experience, travel requirements, and union designation. Our compensation range is generally based on the national average for the country. Additionally, benefits may vary depending on the region, business alignment, union involvement, and employee status.
Thrive at work and at home:
- Benefits kick in on DAY ONE for you and your family, including health insurance and holistic wellness programs that include generous incentives – WE DARE TO CARE!
- Family building benefits include fertility coverage and adoption/surrogacy assistance.
- 401K match up to 6%, plus an additional 2% core contribution = up to 8% company contribution.
- Paid time off includes 15 vacation days, 9 paid holidays, 3 floating holidays, sick leave, and additional options to support volunteer and parental leave.
- Educational and training opportunities through company programs along with tuition assistance and student debt support.
Disclaimer: Benefit offerings may vary depending on Collective Bargaining Agreements and local/state regulations.
Safety Sensitive Role:
No
The company designates certain roles as Safety Sensitive. Safety Sensitive roles may require that you pass additional drug screening.
We offer competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits and programs. We are an equal opportunity employer; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, pregnancy, age, marital status, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any legally protected status.
Be a part of our mission! As a world leader in creating comfortable, sustainable, and efficient climate solutions for buildings, homes and transportation, it's our responsibility to put the planet first. For us at Trane Technologies, and through our businesses including Trane® and Thermo King, sustainability is not just how we do business—it is our business. Do you dare to look at the world's challenges and see impactful possibilities? Do you want to contribute to making a better future? If the answer is yes, we invite you to consider joining us in boldly challenging what's possible for a sustainable world.
Learn about our benefits designed for you to Thrive at work and at home.
We boldly go.
Where is the work:
Monday to Thursday, work onsite with your colleagues. Fridays, choose your work location, balancing what your work requires.
What's in it for you:
As a Product Design Engineer at Trane Technologies, you will be a key member of a high performing team of product development engineers and designers for the Commercial Unitary Water Source Heat Pump (WSHP) Products. In this role, you will be responsible for designing the equipment and systems that meet our customers’ requirements. You will contribute to and lead engineering teams, develop concepts for new & improved commercial HVAC products, and solve complex technical problems leading to production of sustainable new products. This role works closely with other departments in engineering, manufacturing, marketing, service, and sourcing to create integrated and optimized designs and support ongoing business activities. In this role, you will also have opportunities to learn from some of the industry’s best people, while having opportunities to develop leadership skills by running projects that support the business.
What you will do:
- Develop HVAC refrigeration and airflow systems to meet performance, regulatory, quality, and cost requirements.
- Review and understand the technical feasibility of product and internal requirements. Design and select robust and cost-effective components and develop engineering specifications.
- Understand and apply applicable regulatory codes such as UL.
- Complete system integration tasks including: engineering design, engineering specifications, support creation of layouts, and design reviews.
- Develop laboratory test plans and analyze test data to ensure product performance and quality.
- Support the creation of the documentation package to ensure documentation reflects the design intent and that all required documents are completed on time and to the satisfaction of the internal customers.
- Demonstrate that all knowledge gaps, Failures (FRACAS) and Design Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (DFMEA) items are resolved to minimize potential for quality escapes.
- Provide guidance and leadership to designers, lab technicians, and other team members.
- Manage project schedules and teams for assigned projects.
What you will bring:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Arts/Sciences (BA/BS) in an Engineering discipline.
- 3-5 years' experience leading technical aspects of product design projects, validation testing, and root cause analysis.
- Deliver and lead technical designs to meet project and product requirements.
- Familiarity with HVAC system functions including refrigeration, heat transfer, airflow, and ventilation preferred.
- Good understanding of the application of computer simulation tools and theory to HVAC system design preferred.
Annual Base Salary Range or Hourly Base Pay Range:
$69,600.00 - $124,950.00
Compensation Type:
Salary
Incentive Eligible:
No
Sales Commission Eligible:
No
Disclaimer: We strive to provide competitive compensation for this position, tailored to a variety of factors. The actual compensation will depend on elements such as seniority, merit, geographic location, education, experience, travel requirements, and union designation. Our compensation range is generally based on the national average for the country. Additionally, benefits may vary depending on the region, business alignment, union involvement, and employee status.
Thrive at work and at home:
- Benefits kick in on DAY ONE for you and your family, including health insurance and holistic wellness programs that include generous incentives – WE DARE TO CARE!
- Family building benefits include fertility coverage and adoption/surrogacy assistance.
- 401K match up to 6%, plus an additional 2% core contribution = up to 8% company contribution.
- Paid time off includes 15 vacation days, 9 paid holidays, 3 floating holidays, sick leave, and additional options to support volunteer and parental leave.
- Educational and training opportunities through company programs along with tuition assistance and student debt support.
Disclaimer: Benefit offerings may vary depending on Collective Bargaining Agreements and local/state regulations.
Safety Sensitive Role:
No
The company designates certain roles as Safety Sensitive. Safety Sensitive roles may require that you pass additional drug screening.
We offer competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits and programs. We are an equal opportunity employer; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, pregnancy, age, marital status, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any legally protected status.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding STEM OPT Authorization as a Product Design Engineer
Confirm your CIP code before applying
Your STEM OPT extension depends on your degree's Classification of Instructional Programs code matching a STEM-designated field. Cross-check your transcript against the official STEM Designated Degree Program List on USCIS before targeting roles, since mechanical, industrial, and materials engineering codes all qualify but adjacent fields may not.
Verify E-Verify enrollment before accepting offers
An employer must be actively enrolled in E-Verify before your STEM OPT extension can begin. Ask hiring managers directly or search the E-Verify employer search tool to confirm enrollment status. A verbal assurance isn't enough; your DSO will need documented confirmation when processing your I-983.
Negotiate your I-983 training plan before day one
Product Design Engineer roles require a Form I-983 that maps your daily work to learning objectives tied to your STEM degree. Get your manager to specify project milestones, CAD or prototyping tools, and design review responsibilities in the plan before your start date so USCIS sees a credible connection to your coursework.
Target companies with active hardware product pipelines
Product design work is easiest to justify on an I-983 when the employer ships physical products requiring iterative engineering. Look for companies with open design review cycles, NPI processes, or DFM requirements in job descriptions, as these signal the kind of applied STEM work your training plan needs to document.
Use Migrate Mate to find E-Verify-enrolled employers
Filter your product design job search on Migrate Mate to surface employers already enrolled in E-Verify and experienced with STEM OPT students. This cuts the vetting step out of your application process and lets you focus on roles where the extension paperwork won't be a new concept for HR.
File your STEM OPT extension 90 days before OPT expires
USCIS allows you to apply up to 90 days before your initial OPT end date, and cap-gap protection only kicks in if your H-1B visa is filed while your OPT is still valid. Submit your I-765 and I-983 to your DSO well before that window closes so processing delays don't interrupt your employment.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Product Design Engineer role qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
Yes, if your degree is in a STEM-designated field such as mechanical engineering, industrial engineering, materials science, or a related discipline listed on the USCIS STEM Designated Degree Program List. The role itself must also apply the engineering knowledge from that degree. Your DSO confirms eligibility when processing your I-765 and I-983. You can browse qualifying Product Design Engineer openings on Migrate Mate, filtered for E-Verify-enrolled employers.
What does the I-983 training plan require for a Product Design Engineer?
Your Form I-983 must describe how your day-to-day work as a Product Design Engineer connects to your STEM degree. That means listing specific learning objectives tied to design tasks, tools such as CAD platforms or prototyping workflows, and measurable goals. Your employer signs the plan before your extension begins, and your DSO reviews it. USCIS can audit the plan, so vague descriptions like 'engineering tasks' are insufficient and may trigger a request for evidence.
Does my employer need to be enrolled in E-Verify for my STEM OPT extension?
Yes. E-Verify enrollment is a hard requirement under the STEM OPT rule. Your employer must be enrolled before your extension start date, not just willing to enroll later. You can confirm enrollment using the E-Verify employer search tool before accepting an offer. If your employer isn't enrolled, your DSO cannot process the I-983 and your extension will not be authorized, regardless of how well the role matches your degree.
What happens to my work authorization if I'm selected in the H-1B lottery during my STEM OPT?
If your H-1B petition is filed while your STEM OPT EAD is still valid and you're selected in the H-1B lottery, cap-gap protection extends your work authorization through September 30 of that fiscal year. You can continue working as a Product Design Engineer during this period without a new EAD. USCIS issues cap-gap coverage automatically when the H-1B is timely filed, but your employer must remain E-Verify enrolled throughout.
Can I change employers while on a STEM OPT extension as a Product Design Engineer?
Yes, but the process restarts with each employer change. Your new employer must be enrolled in E-Verify, and you and your new supervisor must complete a new Form I-983 before your first day. Your DSO must report the change in SEVIS within 10 days. Gaps between employers are limited to a cumulative 150 days across your full OPT and STEM OPT period, so timing the transition carefully matters.