STEM OPT Project Engineer Jobs
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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Forge ahead with WSB. We are seeking a Project Engineer to add to our growing team. This role would provide a wonderful opportunity to work on groundbreaking projects across the US. WSB was founded on the understanding that culture drives results, and we've dedicated ourselves to the value of strong relationships, collaboration, and forward-thinking ideas. We inspire each other to discover thoughtful and creative solutions that look beyond the needs of today to the opportunities of tomorrow. We invite you to forge ahead with us. If you are a Project Engineer that aligns with our values, we would love for you to continue reading and apply.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Play the lead role in the design and coordination of roadway, drainage, and utility projects for our public and private clients
- Collaborate with other groups/ disciplines within the company to deliver top quality projects and unparalleled service to our clients
- Perform design calculations, quantity and cost estimates, and plan preparation
- Compile, write, and edit quality technical reports, feasibility reports, letters, memos, and specifications for projects
- Assist with proposals, project budgets and schedules, planning activities, and public involvement and other presentation opportunities
- Oversee the work of EITs or Technicians
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or similar degree from an accredited school
- 4+ years of experience in Transportation / Municipal engineering or related field
- PE license or the ability to obtain their license within six months
- Functional understanding of design software packages, preferably AutoCAD Civil 3D and HydroCAD
- Ability to prepare, read and understand construction plans and technical documents
- Excellent communication skills and a strong work ethic will allow you to excel in this position
- Valid driver's license with a good driving record
- Work is primarily performed in an office environment with standard office equipment; occasional travel or field visits may be required to support
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
WSB is a design and consulting firm specializing in Transportation, Community Planning, Environmental, Energy, Municipal, and Construction services. We provide solutions for the places, spaces and systems that support our lives. We offer services in more than 50 complementary areas across the nation.
Full time WSB employees qualify for competitive compensation and benefits package, including medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, company paid short-and long-term disability, 401K with match, paid time off, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, and opportunities for professional growth and development. Part time employees can participate in the 401K plan and applicable earned paid leave.
As an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran or disability status.
WSB strives to ensure that its careers website is accessible to all. If you need assistance completing your online application, please email wsbrecruiting@wsbeng.com.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, WSB is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans. If you need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search or application for employment, please e-mail us at wsbrecruiting@wsbeng.com. In your e-mail, please include a description of the specific accommodation you are requesting as well as the job title and requisition number of the position for which you are applying.
Notice to Third Party Agencies: WSB does not accept unsolicited resumes from third party recruiting firms. Absent a signed Service Agreement by WSB, we reserve the right to pursue and hire any unsolicited candidates without financial obligation to recruiters or agencies.
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INTRODUCTION
Forge ahead with WSB. We are seeking a Project Engineer to add to our growing team. This role would provide a wonderful opportunity to work on groundbreaking projects across the US. WSB was founded on the understanding that culture drives results, and we've dedicated ourselves to the value of strong relationships, collaboration, and forward-thinking ideas. We inspire each other to discover thoughtful and creative solutions that look beyond the needs of today to the opportunities of tomorrow. We invite you to forge ahead with us. If you are a Project Engineer that aligns with our values, we would love for you to continue reading and apply.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Play the lead role in the design and coordination of roadway, drainage, and utility projects for our public and private clients
- Collaborate with other groups/ disciplines within the company to deliver top quality projects and unparalleled service to our clients
- Perform design calculations, quantity and cost estimates, and plan preparation
- Compile, write, and edit quality technical reports, feasibility reports, letters, memos, and specifications for projects
- Assist with proposals, project budgets and schedules, planning activities, and public involvement and other presentation opportunities
- Oversee the work of EITs or Technicians
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or similar degree from an accredited school
- 4+ years of experience in Transportation / Municipal engineering or related field
- PE license or the ability to obtain their license within six months
- Functional understanding of design software packages, preferably AutoCAD Civil 3D and HydroCAD
- Ability to prepare, read and understand construction plans and technical documents
- Excellent communication skills and a strong work ethic will allow you to excel in this position
- Valid driver's license with a good driving record
- Work is primarily performed in an office environment with standard office equipment; occasional travel or field visits may be required to support
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
WSB is a design and consulting firm specializing in Transportation, Community Planning, Environmental, Energy, Municipal, and Construction services. We provide solutions for the places, spaces and systems that support our lives. We offer services in more than 50 complementary areas across the nation.
Full time WSB employees qualify for competitive compensation and benefits package, including medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, company paid short-and long-term disability, 401K with match, paid time off, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, and opportunities for professional growth and development. Part time employees can participate in the 401K plan and applicable earned paid leave.
As an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran or disability status.
WSB strives to ensure that its careers website is accessible to all. If you need assistance completing your online application, please email wsbrecruiting@wsbeng.com.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, WSB is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans. If you need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search or application for employment, please e-mail us at wsbrecruiting@wsbeng.com. In your e-mail, please include a description of the specific accommodation you are requesting as well as the job title and requisition number of the position for which you are applying.
Notice to Third Party Agencies: WSB does not accept unsolicited resumes from third party recruiting firms. Absent a signed Service Agreement by WSB, we reserve the right to pursue and hire any unsolicited candidates without financial obligation to recruiters or agencies.
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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.