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Systems Engineer roles qualify for the 24-month STEM OPT extension if your degree is in engineering, computer science, or a related STEM field and your employer is enrolled in E-Verify. You'll work under a formal I-983 training plan tied to your engineering responsibilities, giving you up to 36 months total to build U.S. experience and transition to long-term sponsorship.
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For over 35 years, Peak Technologies has been at the forefront of providing end-to-end enterprise mobility, managed services, printing and mobile data capture solutions for performance-driven organizations focused on the optimization of supply chain and field-based business processes.
JOB SUMMARY & SCOPE
Will specialize in wireless site surveys and assessments, playing a crucial role in designing, optimizing, and troubleshooting wireless networks for enterprise-level clients. Key responsibilities include understanding clients' specific wireless network needs, conducting comprehensive site surveys, and providing expert assessments to ensure optimal wireless performance and reliability. Additionally, the ESE will assist in the installation of Print/Apply Technology, RFID, Bluetooth ID, and other technologies as needed. This position requires extensive travel up to 100% of the time.
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
- Wireless Site Surveys: Perform in-depth site surveys to assess and evaluate the wireless network environment, including signal strength, interference, and coverage areas.
- Wireless Network Assessments: Conduct detailed assessments of existing wireless networks to identify potential bottlenecks, security vulnerabilities, and performance issues.
- Network Design: Collaborate with clients to design and recommend wireless network solutions tailored to their specific requirements, considering factors such as capacity, coverage, and security.
- Troubleshooting: Investigate and troubleshoot complex wireless network issues, proposing and implementing effective solutions to optimize performance.
- Documentation: Create and maintain detailed documentation of wireless site surveys, assessments, and network design proposals.
- Client Engagement: Work closely with clients to present survey findings, assessment reports, and design recommendations, ensuring clear communication and understanding.
- Wireless Technology Expertise: Stay up to date with the latest wireless technologies, standards, and best practices to provide clients with innovative and efficient solutions.
- Team Collaboration: Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including network engineers, project managers, and sales teams, to ensure seamless project execution.
- Ability to interpret engineering drawings (Mechanical & Electrical).
- Ability to travel weekly to customer sites.
- Ability to handle difficult customer situations.
- Ability to multitask and work under pressure situations demonstrating a flexible work style.
- Independent self-starter and worker, as well as a conscientious team player.
- Build open and transparent communications both internally and externally, i.e., with key customers, clients and other partners.
- Perform other duties as assigned. (Print/Apply, RFID, Bluetooth ID, other technologies)
EDUCATION + EXPERIENCE + KEY TRAITS
- Bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as electrical engineering, computer science, or 3+ years of relevant experience.
- Proven experience in conducting wireless site surveys and network assessments for enterprise-level clients.
- Strong knowledge of wireless networking protocols and technologies (e.g., Wi-Fi, 802.11ac/ax, RF interference mitigation).
- Proficiency in wireless survey tools and software (e.g., Ekahau, AirMagnet).
- Familiarity with network security concepts and best practices.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Exceptional communication and presentation skills.
- Relevant certifications (e.g., CWNA, CWNP, CCNA Wireless) are a plus.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Available to work some evening and weekend hours or varying work patterns depending on market needs.
- Occasional international travel is possible to support global customers.
- Ability to proactively and productively work remotely, as well as within a team environment.
- Valid Driver's License without restriction.
- Qualified applicants must legally be authorized to work in the country the role is in.
TYPICAL PERFORMANCE TARGETS
- SERVICE DELIVERY: Sustained, measured excellence in project & process delivery.
- COST TO SERVE: Sustained, measured excellence in delivery efficiency with expected continuous improvement.
- INNOVATION: Step changed delivery in safety, quality, and/or cost.
LANGUAGE SKILLS
- Primary language used in daily operations is English. Additional primary company languages include Spanish, French, and Dutch.
- Read and interpret documents, procedure manuals and various correspondence from both internal and external.
- Speak effectively, both individually and before groups of both external customers and/or various levels of employees within the organization.
SUPERVISION
- Role does not require supervision of direct and indirect reports.
- Extensive travel, up to 100% of the time.
DECISION MAKING + REASONING
- Able to take accountability and responsibility for business target delivery and decision making.
WORKING RELATIONSHIPS
- Customer Service Engineers
- Solution Engineers
- Field Services Installation Specialists
- Sales/Sales Management
- Peak Management Team
- Customer Management/Customer
- Project Managers
Physical Requirements
Activity Amount of Time
None Under 1/3 1/3 to 2/3 Over 2/3
Stand X
Walk X
Sit X
Use hands to finger, handle, or feel X
Reach with hands and arms X
Climb or balance X
Stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl X
Talk or hear X
Lift Up to 25lbs X
Peak Technologies, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer who fully and actively supports equal access for all people regardless of Race, Color, Religion, Gender, Age, National Origin, Veteran Status, Disability, Genetic Information or Testing, Family and Medical Leave, Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity or Expression.
INTRODUCTION
For over 35 years, Peak Technologies has been at the forefront of providing end-to-end enterprise mobility, managed services, printing and mobile data capture solutions for performance-driven organizations focused on the optimization of supply chain and field-based business processes.
JOB SUMMARY & SCOPE
Will specialize in wireless site surveys and assessments, playing a crucial role in designing, optimizing, and troubleshooting wireless networks for enterprise-level clients. Key responsibilities include understanding clients' specific wireless network needs, conducting comprehensive site surveys, and providing expert assessments to ensure optimal wireless performance and reliability. Additionally, the ESE will assist in the installation of Print/Apply Technology, RFID, Bluetooth ID, and other technologies as needed. This position requires extensive travel up to 100% of the time.
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
- Wireless Site Surveys: Perform in-depth site surveys to assess and evaluate the wireless network environment, including signal strength, interference, and coverage areas.
- Wireless Network Assessments: Conduct detailed assessments of existing wireless networks to identify potential bottlenecks, security vulnerabilities, and performance issues.
- Network Design: Collaborate with clients to design and recommend wireless network solutions tailored to their specific requirements, considering factors such as capacity, coverage, and security.
- Troubleshooting: Investigate and troubleshoot complex wireless network issues, proposing and implementing effective solutions to optimize performance.
- Documentation: Create and maintain detailed documentation of wireless site surveys, assessments, and network design proposals.
- Client Engagement: Work closely with clients to present survey findings, assessment reports, and design recommendations, ensuring clear communication and understanding.
- Wireless Technology Expertise: Stay up to date with the latest wireless technologies, standards, and best practices to provide clients with innovative and efficient solutions.
- Team Collaboration: Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including network engineers, project managers, and sales teams, to ensure seamless project execution.
- Ability to interpret engineering drawings (Mechanical & Electrical).
- Ability to travel weekly to customer sites.
- Ability to handle difficult customer situations.
- Ability to multitask and work under pressure situations demonstrating a flexible work style.
- Independent self-starter and worker, as well as a conscientious team player.
- Build open and transparent communications both internally and externally, i.e., with key customers, clients and other partners.
- Perform other duties as assigned. (Print/Apply, RFID, Bluetooth ID, other technologies)
EDUCATION + EXPERIENCE + KEY TRAITS
- Bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as electrical engineering, computer science, or 3+ years of relevant experience.
- Proven experience in conducting wireless site surveys and network assessments for enterprise-level clients.
- Strong knowledge of wireless networking protocols and technologies (e.g., Wi-Fi, 802.11ac/ax, RF interference mitigation).
- Proficiency in wireless survey tools and software (e.g., Ekahau, AirMagnet).
- Familiarity with network security concepts and best practices.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Exceptional communication and presentation skills.
- Relevant certifications (e.g., CWNA, CWNP, CCNA Wireless) are a plus.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Available to work some evening and weekend hours or varying work patterns depending on market needs.
- Occasional international travel is possible to support global customers.
- Ability to proactively and productively work remotely, as well as within a team environment.
- Valid Driver's License without restriction.
- Qualified applicants must legally be authorized to work in the country the role is in.
TYPICAL PERFORMANCE TARGETS
- SERVICE DELIVERY: Sustained, measured excellence in project & process delivery.
- COST TO SERVE: Sustained, measured excellence in delivery efficiency with expected continuous improvement.
- INNOVATION: Step changed delivery in safety, quality, and/or cost.
LANGUAGE SKILLS
- Primary language used in daily operations is English. Additional primary company languages include Spanish, French, and Dutch.
- Read and interpret documents, procedure manuals and various correspondence from both internal and external.
- Speak effectively, both individually and before groups of both external customers and/or various levels of employees within the organization.
SUPERVISION
- Role does not require supervision of direct and indirect reports.
- Extensive travel, up to 100% of the time.
DECISION MAKING + REASONING
- Able to take accountability and responsibility for business target delivery and decision making.
WORKING RELATIONSHIPS
- Customer Service Engineers
- Solution Engineers
- Field Services Installation Specialists
- Sales/Sales Management
- Peak Management Team
- Customer Management/Customer
- Project Managers
Physical Requirements
Activity Amount of Time
None Under 1/3 1/3 to 2/3 Over 2/3
Stand X
Walk X
Sit X
Use hands to finger, handle, or feel X
Reach with hands and arms X
Climb or balance X
Stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl X
Talk or hear X
Lift Up to 25lbs X
Peak Technologies, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer who fully and actively supports equal access for all people regardless of Race, Color, Religion, Gender, Age, National Origin, Veteran Status, Disability, Genetic Information or Testing, Family and Medical Leave, Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity or Expression.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding STEM OPT Authorization as a Systems Engineer
Verify your CIP code before applying
Check that your degree's Classification of Instructional Programs code maps to an approved STEM field on the DHS STEM Designated Degree Program List. Engineering and computer science degrees typically qualify, but interdisciplinary programs sometimes need a second look from your DSO.
Confirm E-Verify enrollment before accepting offers
Ask hiring managers directly whether the company is enrolled in E-Verify before signing anything. Government contractors are often already enrolled, but many mid-size engineering firms are not, which would disqualify them as STEM OPT employers regardless of role fit.
Build your I-983 training plan around engineering deliverables
Your I-983 must list specific learning objectives tied to your systems engineering responsibilities, not just a job description. Frame objectives around measurable engineering outcomes like system architecture reviews or integration testing milestones to satisfy USCIS compliance requirements.
Target defense and aerospace contractors for E-Verify certainty
Federal contractors and subcontractors working on government projects are legally required to use E-Verify, making them reliable STEM OPT employers. Systems Engineer roles at these organizations also tend to align closely with STEM degree requirements, reducing the risk of a mismatched LCA.
Use Migrate Mate to filter roles by verified STEM OPT employers
Search for Systems Engineer openings on Migrate Mate, which surfaces employers with confirmed E-Verify enrollment and active STEM OPT hiring history. This cuts out the manual legwork of vetting each company's eligibility before you invest time in an application.
File your STEM OPT extension at least 90 days early
Submit your I-765 extension application to USCIS no later than 90 days before your initial OPT expires. If your application is pending when OPT ends, your cap-gap protection covers you only if an H-1B visa petition is also filed on your behalf for the upcoming fiscal year.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Systems Engineer role qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
Yes, if your degree is in an approved STEM field such as electrical engineering, computer engineering, systems engineering, or computer science, and the role requires applying that technical knowledge directly. Your DSO will confirm your CIP code maps to the DHS STEM Designated Degree Program List before authorizing the extension. Roles that are purely administrative or managerial without a technical engineering component may not qualify.
What must be in the I-983 training plan for a Systems Engineer position?
Your I-983 must include specific, measurable learning objectives that connect your day-to-day systems engineering work to the technical skills your STEM degree prepared you for. Generic job descriptions don't satisfy USCIS requirements. Think in terms of concrete engineering deliverables: system design reviews, requirements traceability matrices, integration and verification testing, or architecture documentation. Both you and your employer must sign the plan, and it must be updated every 12 months or whenever your role changes materially.
How do I confirm my employer is enrolled in E-Verify before my start date?
Ask your HR contact or recruiter directly and request the company's E-Verify employer ID number as confirmation. You can also search the E-Verify employer search tool, which is publicly accessible through the E-Verify program, to verify enrollment status. If the employer isn't enrolled, they cannot legally employ you under STEM OPT, and no amount of goodwill or role fit changes that requirement. Get this confirmed before you resign from any current position.
How does cap-gap protection work if I'm a Systems Engineer waiting on H-1B selection?
If your employer files an H-1B petition on your behalf before your OPT EAD expires and USCIS selects it in the lottery, your STEM OPT authorization automatically extends through September 30 of that fiscal year under the cap-gap rule. You can keep working as a Systems Engineer during this bridge period even if your EAD physically expires. USCIS provides guidance on cap-gap eligibility, and your DSO can issue a cap-gap I-20 to document your continued authorization.
Where can I find Systems Engineer jobs from employers that support STEM OPT?
Migrate Mate lists Systems Engineer openings from employers with verified E-Verify enrollment and a track record of hiring STEM OPT students, so you're not wasting applications on companies that can't legally onboard you. Filtering by STEM OPT eligibility upfront also helps you prioritize roles where the engineering responsibilities are likely to support a strong I-983 training plan and a clear path toward H-1B sponsorship after your authorization period ends.