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Project Engineer roles in construction, manufacturing, and systems integration are strong fits for STEM OPT students with engineering or applied science degrees. Your 24-month STEM OPT extension applies here, but your employer must be enrolled in E-Verify and sign a formal training plan before your extension start date.
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AWS Infrastructure Services owns the design, planning, delivery, and operation of all AWS global infrastructure. In other words, we're the people who keep the cloud running. We support all AWS data centers and all of the servers, storage, networking, power, and cooling equipment that ensure our customers have continual access to the innovation they rely on. We work on the most challenging problems, with thousands of variables impacting the supply chain — and we're looking for talented people who want to help.
You'll join a diverse team of software, hardware, and network engineers, supply chain specialists, security experts, operations managers, and other vital roles. You'll collaborate with people across AWS to help us deliver the highest standards for safety and security while providing seemingly infinite capacity at the lowest possible cost for our customers. And you'll experience an inclusive culture that welcomes bold ideas and empowers you to own them to completion.
As a Data Center Project Engineer, you will be part of a creative, diverse team tasked with solving fascinating problems in constructing Amazon Data Centers. Our data centers are industry examples of energy-efficient, cost-effective designs. You will work alongside partner teams such as Operations, Networking, Controls, Security, and Commissioning to build Data Centers that directly support our customers.
As our Data Center Project Engineer, you will support the teams that build some of the most interesting electrical and mechanical systems in the world. You will be on the construction site daily, interacting with construction managers and stakeholders, and be directly responsible for supporting the fast, high-quality delivery of our data center construction. The Data Center Project Engineer will be part of the onsite Construction Management team and will own the communication coordination with our vendors, information workflow, and coordination of document management, including requests for information (RFI), change orders, reports, and schedule updates.
Key job responsibilities
The Data Center Project Engineer will be responsible for:
- Leading cross-functional communication and coordination between regional general contractors, stakeholders, and internal teams, ensuring seamless information flow for construction protocols, documentation access, and standardized procedures
- Developing and maintaining comprehensive tracking systems for design modifications, RFIs, and change orders, creating detailed dashboards with priority levels and deadlines for regional leadership review
- Evaluating Method of Procedure (MOP) submissions for thoroughness, necessity, and risk assessment
- Managing vendor onboarding processes, including security credentialing and orientation programs
- Maintaining current project management software with critical milestone updates, correspondence records, and document control
- Coordinating and monitoring owner-furnished material deliveries to ensure timely arrival at construction sites
- Establishing and managing a centralized repository for contractor-supplied construction data
- Overseeing quality assurance programs through implementation of various checklists, including substantial completion verification, safety protocols, and quality control measures
A day in the life
Project Engineer is expected to be onsite daily (M-F). Build locations are in the Northwest Region of LA.
About the team
Diverse Experiences
Amazon values diverse experiences. Even if you do not meet all of the preferred qualifications and skills listed in the job description, we encourage candidates to apply. If your career is just starting, hasn’t followed a traditional path, or includes alternative experiences, don’t let it stop you from applying.
Why AWS
Amazon Web Services (AWS) is the world’s most comprehensive and broadly adopted cloud platform. We pioneered cloud computing and never stopped innovating — that’s why customers from the most successful startups to Global 500 companies trust our robust suite of products and services to power their businesses.
Work/Life Balance
We value work-life harmony. Achieving success at work should never come at the expense of sacrifices at home, which is why we strive for flexibility as part of our working culture. When we feel supported in the workplace and at home, there’s nothing we can’t achieve in the cloud.
Inclusive Team Culture
Here at AWS, it’s in our nature to learn and be curious. Our employee-led affinity groups foster a culture of inclusion that empower us to be proud of our differences. Ongoing events and learning experiences, including our Conversations on Race and Ethnicity (CORE) and AmazeCon (gender diversity) conferences, inspire us to never stop embracing our uniqueness.
Mentorship and Career Growth
We’re continuously raising our performance bar as we strive to become Earth’s Best Employer. That’s why you’ll find endless knowledge-sharing, mentorship and other career-advancing resources here to help you develop into a better-rounded professional.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- 3+ years of vendor management experience
- 4+ years of relevant work in a data center or other critical environment experience
- 5+ years of data center engineering or operations experience
- 5+ years of Microsoft Office including Outlook, Word, and Excel experience
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering, or 1+ years of relevant discipline work experience
- Experience in vendor management
- Experience in a data center or other critical environment
- Experience in data center engineering or operations
- Experience with Microsoft Office including Outlook, Word, and Excel
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- 3+ years of construction or project management experience
- Electrical or mechanical Journeyman License
- operating engineering license such as DC II, DC III, or equivalent
- Experience in construction or project management
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.
The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits.
LOCATION
USA, LA, Benton - 86,400.00 - 149,700.00 USD annually
DESCRIPTION
AWS Infrastructure Services owns the design, planning, delivery, and operation of all AWS global infrastructure. In other words, we're the people who keep the cloud running. We support all AWS data centers and all of the servers, storage, networking, power, and cooling equipment that ensure our customers have continual access to the innovation they rely on. We work on the most challenging problems, with thousands of variables impacting the supply chain — and we're looking for talented people who want to help.
You'll join a diverse team of software, hardware, and network engineers, supply chain specialists, security experts, operations managers, and other vital roles. You'll collaborate with people across AWS to help us deliver the highest standards for safety and security while providing seemingly infinite capacity at the lowest possible cost for our customers. And you'll experience an inclusive culture that welcomes bold ideas and empowers you to own them to completion.
As a Data Center Project Engineer, you will be part of a creative, diverse team tasked with solving fascinating problems in constructing Amazon Data Centers. Our data centers are industry examples of energy-efficient, cost-effective designs. You will work alongside partner teams such as Operations, Networking, Controls, Security, and Commissioning to build Data Centers that directly support our customers.
As our Data Center Project Engineer, you will support the teams that build some of the most interesting electrical and mechanical systems in the world. You will be on the construction site daily, interacting with construction managers and stakeholders, and be directly responsible for supporting the fast, high-quality delivery of our data center construction. The Data Center Project Engineer will be part of the onsite Construction Management team and will own the communication coordination with our vendors, information workflow, and coordination of document management, including requests for information (RFI), change orders, reports, and schedule updates.
Key job responsibilities
The Data Center Project Engineer will be responsible for:
- Leading cross-functional communication and coordination between regional general contractors, stakeholders, and internal teams, ensuring seamless information flow for construction protocols, documentation access, and standardized procedures
- Developing and maintaining comprehensive tracking systems for design modifications, RFIs, and change orders, creating detailed dashboards with priority levels and deadlines for regional leadership review
- Evaluating Method of Procedure (MOP) submissions for thoroughness, necessity, and risk assessment
- Managing vendor onboarding processes, including security credentialing and orientation programs
- Maintaining current project management software with critical milestone updates, correspondence records, and document control
- Coordinating and monitoring owner-furnished material deliveries to ensure timely arrival at construction sites
- Establishing and managing a centralized repository for contractor-supplied construction data
- Overseeing quality assurance programs through implementation of various checklists, including substantial completion verification, safety protocols, and quality control measures
A day in the life
Project Engineer is expected to be onsite daily (M-F). Build locations are in the Northwest Region of LA.
About the team
Diverse Experiences
Amazon values diverse experiences. Even if you do not meet all of the preferred qualifications and skills listed in the job description, we encourage candidates to apply. If your career is just starting, hasn’t followed a traditional path, or includes alternative experiences, don’t let it stop you from applying.
Why AWS
Amazon Web Services (AWS) is the world’s most comprehensive and broadly adopted cloud platform. We pioneered cloud computing and never stopped innovating — that’s why customers from the most successful startups to Global 500 companies trust our robust suite of products and services to power their businesses.
Work/Life Balance
We value work-life harmony. Achieving success at work should never come at the expense of sacrifices at home, which is why we strive for flexibility as part of our working culture. When we feel supported in the workplace and at home, there’s nothing we can’t achieve in the cloud.
Inclusive Team Culture
Here at AWS, it’s in our nature to learn and be curious. Our employee-led affinity groups foster a culture of inclusion that empower us to be proud of our differences. Ongoing events and learning experiences, including our Conversations on Race and Ethnicity (CORE) and AmazeCon (gender diversity) conferences, inspire us to never stop embracing our uniqueness.
Mentorship and Career Growth
We’re continuously raising our performance bar as we strive to become Earth’s Best Employer. That’s why you’ll find endless knowledge-sharing, mentorship and other career-advancing resources here to help you develop into a better-rounded professional.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- 3+ years of vendor management experience
- 4+ years of relevant work in a data center or other critical environment experience
- 5+ years of data center engineering or operations experience
- 5+ years of Microsoft Office including Outlook, Word, and Excel experience
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering, or 1+ years of relevant discipline work experience
- Experience in vendor management
- Experience in a data center or other critical environment
- Experience in data center engineering or operations
- Experience with Microsoft Office including Outlook, Word, and Excel
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- 3+ years of construction or project management experience
- Electrical or mechanical Journeyman License
- operating engineering license such as DC II, DC III, or equivalent
- Experience in construction or project management
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.
The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits.
LOCATION
USA, LA, Benton - 86,400.00 - 149,700.00 USD annually
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding STEM OPT Authorization as a Project Engineer
Verify your degree's CIP code eligibility
Not every engineering degree automatically qualifies for STEM OPT. Cross-reference your degree program against USCIS's official STEM Designated Degree Program List using your CIP code before applying, so you're not caught off guard after accepting an offer.
Confirm E-Verify enrollment before accepting offers
Project Engineer roles span construction firms, manufacturers, and consultancies with uneven compliance records. Ask HR directly whether the company is currently enrolled in E-Verify, since enrollment lapses are common and your STEM OPT extension is invalid without it.
Target employers with active DOL LCA filings
Use Migrate Mate to filter Project Engineer openings by employers with verified E-Verify enrollment and Labor Condition Application history, so you're only applying to companies already set up to extend your work authorization.
Build your I-983 training plan around engineering deliverables
Your I-983 must tie specific learning objectives to your day-to-day Project Engineer tasks, like cost estimation, schedule management, or technical drawing review. Generic training plans draw scrutiny from DSOs, so draft it with your supervisor before your extension start date.
Check prevailing wage requirements before negotiating salary
Your employer's LCA must certify your wage meets the prevailing rate for Project Engineer roles in your metro area. Run the OFLC Wage Search before your offer negotiation so you know the floor and can flag any underpayment risk early.
Use your OPT cap-gap window strategically if transitioning to H-1B
If you're in your STEM OPT extension when an H-1B visa petition is filed on your behalf, cap-gap rules automatically extend your work authorization through September 30 of that fiscal year. Plan project handoffs and contract renewals around that timeline to avoid gaps in employment continuity.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Project Engineer role qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
Project Engineer positions typically qualify if your underlying degree is in a STEM-designated field such as civil, mechanical, electrical, or industrial engineering, and your CIP code appears on USCIS's STEM Designated Degree Program List. The role itself must provide practical training directly related to that degree. Your DSO confirms eligibility when approving your I-20 endorsement for the extension.
What E-Verify requirement applies to my Project Engineer employer?
Your employer must be actively enrolled in E-Verify at the time your STEM OPT extension begins. Enrollment must cover the specific site where you'll work, not just the company's headquarters. If your employer acquired the company or changed legal entities recently, ask HR to confirm the E-Verify company ID is current, since those changes can disrupt enrollment status.
What goes into the I-983 training plan for a Project Engineer role?
Your I-983 must identify specific learning objectives tied to Project Engineer tasks, such as project scheduling, budget tracking, technical specification review, or contractor coordination, and connect each objective to your STEM degree field. Both you and your supervisor sign it before your extension start date. USCIS allows amendments if your responsibilities change materially, but your DSO must receive an updated form within five business days.
How does cap-gap protection work if I'm on STEM OPT and get H-1B selected?
If your employer files a timely H-1B petition while your STEM OPT extension is valid, cap-gap automatically continues your work authorization through September 30 of the fiscal year the H-1B takes effect. You can keep working as a Project Engineer during that gap without any additional filing. Your EAD card may expire during this period, but your I-20 with a cap-gap notation serves as proof of continued authorization.
Where can I find Project Engineer jobs at companies that support STEM OPT?
Migrate Mate lists Project Engineer openings filtered for employers with verified E-Verify enrollment and active DOL filing history, so you're not spending applications on companies that can't legally extend your status. You can search by industry, location, and engineering discipline to find roles where the employer already understands the STEM OPT training plan requirement and has completed it before.