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Safety Engineer roles qualify for the 24-month STEM OPT extension if your degree falls under an eligible CIP code in engineering or a related STEM field. Employers must be enrolled in E-Verify and sign a Form I-983 training plan outlining your engineering responsibilities and learning objectives.
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Get Access To All JobsAt ABB, we help industries run leaner and cleaner—and every person here makes that happen. You’ll be empowered to lead, supported to grow, and proud of the impact we create together. Join us and help run what runs the world.
This position reports to:
HSE Manager
In this role, you will have the opportunity to contribute to improving sustainability performance in your assigned area of responsibility. Each day, you will support the implementation of the group-wide sustainability strategy and business-specific priorities by applying in-depth knowledge and offering solutions and advice. You will also demonstrate your knowledge by sharing lessons learned and best practices from your team and across ABB with management and employees.
The work model for the role is: Onsite, NC, Mebane, 6801 Industrial Drive
Your Responsibilities:
- Assisting in reporting sustainability progress with respect to the implementation of the group-level sustainability objectives and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) as required.
- Supporting and promoting behavioral change through the local implementation of group-wide and business-specific programs and practices to ensure a clear focus on sustainability matters, across your respective organization.
- Contributing to and/or planning and executing sustainability-related projects.
- Developing project objectives and reporting the progress to management.
Your Background:
- Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, EHS, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
- More than four years of experience in environmental, HSE, or sustainability roles, manufacturing environment highly desired.
- Knowledge of air, water, waste, chemical management, and applicable U.S. and North Carolina environmental regulations.
- Experience with sustainability projects, energy management, and Scope 1 and Scope 2 greenhouse gas emissions.
- Solid communication, data analysis, project management, training, and employee engagement skills.
- Familiarity with ISO 14001, ISO 45001, ISO 50001, Excel, and Power BI highly desired.
More about us
ABB's Distribution Solutions Division facilitates the efficient and reliable distribution, protection and control of power by improving electric power quality while strengthening the resilience of the grid. The Division offers segment-specific products and solutions that largely serve utilities, industry and infrastructure segments, often providing the requisite medium-voltage link between high-voltage transmission systems and low-voltage users. With ABB Ability™ enabled connected solutions at its core, the offering includes medium-voltage air- and gas-insulated switchgear (1 to 66 kilovolts), indoor and outdoor circuit breakers, reclosers, fuses, contactors, relays, instrument transformers, sensors, motor control centers, as well as low-voltage switchgear for the ANSI standard markets.
Why ABB?
What's in it for you
We empower you to take initiative, challenge ideas, and lead with confidence. You’ll grow through meaningful work, continuous learning, and support that’s tailored to your goals. Every idea you share and every action you take contributes to something bigger.
ABB is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer for protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities at ABB.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their sex (gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation), marital status, citizenship, age, race and ethnicity, inclusive of traits historically associated with race or ethnicity, including but not limited to hair texture and protective hairstyles, color, religious creed, national origin, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, genetic information, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal and state law.
For more information regarding your (EEO) rights as an applicant, please visit the following websites: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf
As an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer for Protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities, applicants may request to review the plan of a particular ABB facility between the hours of 9:00 A.M. - 5:00 P.M. EST Monday through Friday by contacting an ABB HR Representative at 1-888-694-7762.
Protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access ABB's career site as a result of your disability. You may request reasonable accommodations by calling an ABB HR Representative at 1-888-694-7762 or by sending an email to US-AskHR@abb.com. Resumes and applications will not be accepted in this manner.
ABB Benefit Summary for eligible US employees
Go to MyBenefitsABB.com and click on “Candidate/Guest” to learn more.
Health, Life & Disability
- Choice between two medical plan options: A PPO plan called the Copay Plan OR a High Deductible Health Plan (with a Health Savings Account) called the High Deductible Plan.
- Choice between two dental plan options: Core and Core Plus.
- Vision benefit.
- Company paid life insurance (2X base pay).
- Company paid AD&D (1X base pay).
- Voluntary life and AD&D – 100% employee paid up to maximums.
- Short Term Disability – up to 26 weeks – Company paid.
- Long Term Disability – 60% of pay – Company paid. Ability to “buy-up” to 66 2/3% of pay.
- Supplemental benefits – 100% employee paid (Accident insurance, hospital indemnity, critical illness, pet insurance).
- Paid Parental Leave.
- Employee Assistance Program.
- Health Advocate support resources for mental/behavioral health, general health navigation and virtual health, and infertility/adoption.
- Employee discount program.
Retirement
- 401k Savings Plan with Company Contributions.
- Employee Stock Acquisition Plan (ESAP).
Time off
ABB provides 11 paid holidays. Salaried exempt positions are provided vacation under a permissive time away policy.
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ABBCareers
RunwithABB
Runwhatrunstheworld
Building a cleaner, smarter future takes all kinds of minds: the curious, the courageous, and the creative. That's why we welcome people from all backgrounds and experiences.
Ready to make an impact?
Apply today or visit https://www.abb.com to learn more about the impact of our solutions across the globe.
At ABB, we help industries run leaner and cleaner—and every person here makes that happen. You’ll be empowered to lead, supported to grow, and proud of the impact we create together. Join us and help run what runs the world.
This position reports to:
HSE Manager
In this role, you will have the opportunity to contribute to improving sustainability performance in your assigned area of responsibility. Each day, you will support the implementation of the group-wide sustainability strategy and business-specific priorities by applying in-depth knowledge and offering solutions and advice. You will also demonstrate your knowledge by sharing lessons learned and best practices from your team and across ABB with management and employees.
The work model for the role is: Onsite, NC, Mebane, 6801 Industrial Drive
Your Responsibilities:
- Assisting in reporting sustainability progress with respect to the implementation of the group-level sustainability objectives and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) as required.
- Supporting and promoting behavioral change through the local implementation of group-wide and business-specific programs and practices to ensure a clear focus on sustainability matters, across your respective organization.
- Contributing to and/or planning and executing sustainability-related projects.
- Developing project objectives and reporting the progress to management.
Your Background:
- Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, EHS, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
- More than four years of experience in environmental, HSE, or sustainability roles, manufacturing environment highly desired.
- Knowledge of air, water, waste, chemical management, and applicable U.S. and North Carolina environmental regulations.
- Experience with sustainability projects, energy management, and Scope 1 and Scope 2 greenhouse gas emissions.
- Solid communication, data analysis, project management, training, and employee engagement skills.
- Familiarity with ISO 14001, ISO 45001, ISO 50001, Excel, and Power BI highly desired.
More about us
ABB's Distribution Solutions Division facilitates the efficient and reliable distribution, protection and control of power by improving electric power quality while strengthening the resilience of the grid. The Division offers segment-specific products and solutions that largely serve utilities, industry and infrastructure segments, often providing the requisite medium-voltage link between high-voltage transmission systems and low-voltage users. With ABB Ability™ enabled connected solutions at its core, the offering includes medium-voltage air- and gas-insulated switchgear (1 to 66 kilovolts), indoor and outdoor circuit breakers, reclosers, fuses, contactors, relays, instrument transformers, sensors, motor control centers, as well as low-voltage switchgear for the ANSI standard markets.
Why ABB?
What's in it for you
We empower you to take initiative, challenge ideas, and lead with confidence. You’ll grow through meaningful work, continuous learning, and support that’s tailored to your goals. Every idea you share and every action you take contributes to something bigger.
ABB is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer for protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities at ABB.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their sex (gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation), marital status, citizenship, age, race and ethnicity, inclusive of traits historically associated with race or ethnicity, including but not limited to hair texture and protective hairstyles, color, religious creed, national origin, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, genetic information, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal and state law.
For more information regarding your (EEO) rights as an applicant, please visit the following websites: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf
As an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer for Protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities, applicants may request to review the plan of a particular ABB facility between the hours of 9:00 A.M. - 5:00 P.M. EST Monday through Friday by contacting an ABB HR Representative at 1-888-694-7762.
Protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access ABB's career site as a result of your disability. You may request reasonable accommodations by calling an ABB HR Representative at 1-888-694-7762 or by sending an email to US-AskHR@abb.com. Resumes and applications will not be accepted in this manner.
ABB Benefit Summary for eligible US employees
Go to MyBenefitsABB.com and click on “Candidate/Guest” to learn more.
Health, Life & Disability
- Choice between two medical plan options: A PPO plan called the Copay Plan OR a High Deductible Health Plan (with a Health Savings Account) called the High Deductible Plan.
- Choice between two dental plan options: Core and Core Plus.
- Vision benefit.
- Company paid life insurance (2X base pay).
- Company paid AD&D (1X base pay).
- Voluntary life and AD&D – 100% employee paid up to maximums.
- Short Term Disability – up to 26 weeks – Company paid.
- Long Term Disability – 60% of pay – Company paid. Ability to “buy-up” to 66 2/3% of pay.
- Supplemental benefits – 100% employee paid (Accident insurance, hospital indemnity, critical illness, pet insurance).
- Paid Parental Leave.
- Employee Assistance Program.
- Health Advocate support resources for mental/behavioral health, general health navigation and virtual health, and infertility/adoption.
- Employee discount program.
Retirement
- 401k Savings Plan with Company Contributions.
- Employee Stock Acquisition Plan (ESAP).
Time off
ABB provides 11 paid holidays. Salaried exempt positions are provided vacation under a permissive time away policy.
LI-onsite
ABBCareers
RunwithABB
Runwhatrunstheworld
Building a cleaner, smarter future takes all kinds of minds: the curious, the courageous, and the creative. That's why we welcome people from all backgrounds and experiences.
Ready to make an impact?
Apply today or visit https://www.abb.com to learn more about the impact of our solutions across the globe.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding STEM OPT Authorization as a Safety Engineer
Verify your CIP code matches safety engineering
Check that your degree's CIP code appears on the DHS STEM Designated Degree Program list before applying. Industrial, environmental, and occupational health engineering codes typically qualify, but your DSO confirms eligibility and updates your I-20.
Build an I-983 that reflects real engineering work
Safety Engineer training plans must document specific engineering tasks, not generic job duties. List hazard analysis methods, regulatory compliance work, or process safety reviews you'll perform so the plan withstands USCIS scrutiny.
Filter employers by E-Verify enrollment status
STEM OPT employers must be enrolled in E-Verify before you start work. Migrate Mate surfaces only E-Verify-enrolled employers on its job board, so you can target Safety Engineer roles without manually checking each company's compliance status.
Target industries with established OSHA compliance teams
Manufacturing, construction, and chemical processing companies hire Safety Engineers under structured compliance programs and are familiar with the I-983 training plan requirement. These employers tend to move faster through the STEM OPT filing process than companies hiring their first OPT student.
Use OFLC Wage Search to benchmark your offer
STEM OPT requires your pay to equal the actual wage paid to comparable workers. Look up the prevailing wage for your job title and work location in OFLC Wage Search before accepting an offer to confirm the employer meets the requirement.
File your STEM OPT extension 90 days early
USCIS recommends submitting your STEM OPT extension application up to 90 days before your initial OPT expires. Your DSO must update your I-20 first, so start the I-983 review with your employer at least 30 days before that window opens.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Safety Engineer role qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
Yes, if your underlying degree carries an eligible CIP code under the DHS STEM Designated Degree Program list. Degrees in industrial engineering, occupational safety, environmental engineering, and related STEM fields typically qualify. Your DSO verifies eligibility and authorizes the extension on your I-20. The role itself must involve applying STEM knowledge directly, not just administrative safety coordination.
What must an employer include in the I-983 training plan for a Safety Engineer?
The I-983 must describe specific STEM learning objectives tied to your Safety Engineer duties, such as conducting hazard and operability studies, developing process safety management programs, or applying engineering controls to OSHA standards. Generic job descriptions aren't sufficient. Both you and your employer sign the form, and your DSO must approve it before your STEM OPT extension begins. USCIS can request the plan during a site visit.
Does my Safety Engineer employer need to be enrolled in E-Verify?
Yes. E-Verify enrollment is a legal requirement for any employer hiring a STEM OPT student, and you can't start work until it's confirmed. You can check an employer's status through the E-Verify employer search tool before accepting an offer. Migrate Mate filters its Safety Engineer listings to show only E-Verify-enrolled employers, which removes this verification step from your job search.
What happens to my STEM OPT authorization if my Safety Engineer employer loses E-Verify access?
If your employer's E-Verify enrollment lapses or is terminated, your STEM OPT authorization is no longer valid and you must stop working. You have a 60-day grace period to find a new E-Verify-enrolled employer and transfer your OPT authorization. Report any employer change to your DSO immediately and file an updated I-983 with the new employer before resuming work.
Can I change Safety Engineer employers mid-STEM OPT period?
Yes, you can change employers during your STEM OPT extension, but you must report the change to your DSO within 10 days and submit a new I-983 training plan signed by the incoming employer. The new employer must be enrolled in E-Verify. You cannot work for the new employer until your DSO has processed the update and your SEVIS record reflects the change.