STEM OPT Technical Solutions Engineer Jobs
Technical Solutions Engineer roles sit squarely within STEM OPT eligibility, drawing on engineering, computer science, and information technology degrees. Your 24-month STEM OPT extension applies here, giving you up to 36 months total to build U.S. experience, provided your employer is enrolled in E-Verify before your extension starts.
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The Prototype Solutions & Technical Support Technician is responsible for the deployment, the operation, the maintenance, the continuous support of prototype equipment, test assets, and vehicle development projects. This role provides hands-on technical support to engineering teams and end users while ensuring the reliability and operational readiness of prototype systems. Must be able to work any shift. This is union mandated work.
She/he works closely with engineers, project teams, and stakeholders to support prototype development, testing activities, troubleshooting, and technical operations across multiple locations.
Key Responsibilities:
- Support engineers during design, development, integration, and validation phases of prototype projects.
- Procure, prepare, install, configure, and commission prototype hardware and equipment.
- Perform technical modifications, adaptations, repairs, and upgrades to maintain prototype functionality and availability.
- Prepare, operate, and maintain prototype vehicles, test benches, and associated equipment.
- Conduct technical testing, measurements, inspections, and first-level diagnostics.
- Travel between multiple sites within the region as required to maintain operational continuity and support deployed prototype assets.
- Provide Level 1 and Level 2 technical support to engineers, project teams, and end users.
- Troubleshoot electrical, electronic, and embedded systems issues and implement corrective actions.
- Document testing activities, maintenance actions, and technical findings.
- Contribute to the continuous improvement of prototyping tools, equipment, methods, and operational processes.
- Ensure compliance with safety procedures and company standards.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
- Associates degree in Electronics/Electrical Engineering or a related technical field.
- Minimum of 2 years of experience supporting prototype systems, testing activities, laboratory environments, or embedded systems.
- Valid driver's license with the ability to travel between customer, engineering, or testing sites.
- Authorization to work in the United States.
- Proficient with MS Office and Google Suite applications.
- Must be able to work any shift. This is union mandated work.
- Combination of workshops, laboratory, garage, prototype vehicle, and office environments.
- Frequent hands-on work with prototype hardware and test equipment.
- Occasional lifting of equipment and materials.
Technical Skills:
- Strong knowledge of electrical, electronic, and wiring systems.
- Familiarity with embedded electronics and vehicle communication networks.
- Experience using automotive diagnostic and troubleshooting tools.
- Ability to perform technical measurements, testing, fault isolation, and root-cause analysis.
- Ability to read and interpret technical documentation, schematics, and wiring diagrams.
- Proficiency with standard computer tools and technical reporting systems.
PREFERRED COMPETENCIES:
- Ability to adapt quickly to changing projects and technical environments.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
- Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities.
- Customer-focused mindset with a strong service orientation.
- Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within cross-functional teams.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to performance and quality.
- Flexibility, mobility, and willingness to support urgent operational needs.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
- Combination of workshops, laboratory, garage, prototype vehicle, and office environments.
- Frequent hands-on work with prototype hardware and test equipment.
- Occasional lifting of equipment and materials.
- Regional travel required.
OUR BENEFITS - DESIGNED WITH YOU IN MIND
Comprehensive Health & Well-being Coverage
From your very first day, you'll have access to medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage - ensuring you and your family stay healthy and protected.
Generous Paid Time Off
We believe in work-life balance. That's why we offer: 17+ paid holidays, including shut-down from December 24th through New Years Day every year. Vacation, float & wellbeing days, sick time and fully paid parental leave when your family needs you most.
Competitive Retirement Savings Plans
We help you plan for the future with:
- An employer match on contributions to your 401k, Roth, and Catch-Up plans.
- An employer contribution, even if you don't contribute.
Income Protection & Insurance Options
Benefit from included and optional disability, life, and other insurance programs - because your peace of mind matters.
Company Vehicle Lease Program
Eligible employees and their immediate families can enjoy company vehicle lease options with included insurance, maintenance, and unlimited mileage. Plus, take advantage of exclusive discounts on Stellantis products.
Family Building Benefit
We proudly support all paths to parenthood - including fertility and infertility treatments, adoption services, and gestational surrogacy.
Support for Your Growth and Giving Back
We believe in investing in your future and your passions:
- Tuition reimbursement.
- Student loan refinancing programs.
- 18 paid volunteer hours each year to make a difference in your community.
And so much more!
When you join us, you're not just building a career - you're joining a company that supports you, inside and outside of work.
INTRODUCTION
The Prototype Solutions & Technical Support Technician is responsible for the deployment, the operation, the maintenance, the continuous support of prototype equipment, test assets, and vehicle development projects. This role provides hands-on technical support to engineering teams and end users while ensuring the reliability and operational readiness of prototype systems. Must be able to work any shift. This is union mandated work.
She/he works closely with engineers, project teams, and stakeholders to support prototype development, testing activities, troubleshooting, and technical operations across multiple locations.
Key Responsibilities:
- Support engineers during design, development, integration, and validation phases of prototype projects.
- Procure, prepare, install, configure, and commission prototype hardware and equipment.
- Perform technical modifications, adaptations, repairs, and upgrades to maintain prototype functionality and availability.
- Prepare, operate, and maintain prototype vehicles, test benches, and associated equipment.
- Conduct technical testing, measurements, inspections, and first-level diagnostics.
- Travel between multiple sites within the region as required to maintain operational continuity and support deployed prototype assets.
- Provide Level 1 and Level 2 technical support to engineers, project teams, and end users.
- Troubleshoot electrical, electronic, and embedded systems issues and implement corrective actions.
- Document testing activities, maintenance actions, and technical findings.
- Contribute to the continuous improvement of prototyping tools, equipment, methods, and operational processes.
- Ensure compliance with safety procedures and company standards.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
- Associates degree in Electronics/Electrical Engineering or a related technical field.
- Minimum of 2 years of experience supporting prototype systems, testing activities, laboratory environments, or embedded systems.
- Valid driver's license with the ability to travel between customer, engineering, or testing sites.
- Authorization to work in the United States.
- Proficient with MS Office and Google Suite applications.
- Must be able to work any shift. This is union mandated work.
- Combination of workshops, laboratory, garage, prototype vehicle, and office environments.
- Frequent hands-on work with prototype hardware and test equipment.
- Occasional lifting of equipment and materials.
Technical Skills:
- Strong knowledge of electrical, electronic, and wiring systems.
- Familiarity with embedded electronics and vehicle communication networks.
- Experience using automotive diagnostic and troubleshooting tools.
- Ability to perform technical measurements, testing, fault isolation, and root-cause analysis.
- Ability to read and interpret technical documentation, schematics, and wiring diagrams.
- Proficiency with standard computer tools and technical reporting systems.
PREFERRED COMPETENCIES:
- Ability to adapt quickly to changing projects and technical environments.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
- Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities.
- Customer-focused mindset with a strong service orientation.
- Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within cross-functional teams.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to performance and quality.
- Flexibility, mobility, and willingness to support urgent operational needs.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
- Combination of workshops, laboratory, garage, prototype vehicle, and office environments.
- Frequent hands-on work with prototype hardware and test equipment.
- Occasional lifting of equipment and materials.
- Regional travel required.
OUR BENEFITS - DESIGNED WITH YOU IN MIND
Comprehensive Health & Well-being Coverage
From your very first day, you'll have access to medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage - ensuring you and your family stay healthy and protected.
Generous Paid Time Off
We believe in work-life balance. That's why we offer: 17+ paid holidays, including shut-down from December 24th through New Years Day every year. Vacation, float & wellbeing days, sick time and fully paid parental leave when your family needs you most.
Competitive Retirement Savings Plans
We help you plan for the future with:
- An employer match on contributions to your 401k, Roth, and Catch-Up plans.
- An employer contribution, even if you don't contribute.
Income Protection & Insurance Options
Benefit from included and optional disability, life, and other insurance programs - because your peace of mind matters.
Company Vehicle Lease Program
Eligible employees and their immediate families can enjoy company vehicle lease options with included insurance, maintenance, and unlimited mileage. Plus, take advantage of exclusive discounts on Stellantis products.
Family Building Benefit
We proudly support all paths to parenthood - including fertility and infertility treatments, adoption services, and gestational surrogacy.
Support for Your Growth and Giving Back
We believe in investing in your future and your passions:
- Tuition reimbursement.
- Student loan refinancing programs.
- 18 paid volunteer hours each year to make a difference in your community.
And so much more!
When you join us, you're not just building a career - you're joining a company that supports you, inside and outside of work.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding STEM OPT Authorization as a Technical Solutions Engineer
Confirm your CIP code before applying
Not every STEM degree automatically qualifies. Check that your degree's CIP code appears on the DHS STEM Designated Degree Program list before submitting your STEM OPT extension request to your DSO. Computer science, electrical engineering, and information systems codes are commonly approved for Technical Solutions Engineer roles.
Verify E-Verify enrollment before accepting offers
Your STEM OPT extension is void if your employer isn't E-Verify enrolled at the time of your start date. Search the E-Verify employer search tool by company name and hiring location to confirm enrollment before signing anything.
Frame your technical background around customer-facing systems experience
Technical Solutions Engineers blend engineering depth with client problem-solving. Highlight experience with APIs, cloud platforms, or enterprise software integrations in your resume. Employers filing for OPT workers in this role need your technical credentials to align with the job's complexity.
Use Migrate Mate to target employers with STEM OPT hiring history
Filter your Technical Solutions Engineer job search on Migrate Mate to surface employers with documented STEM OPT and E-Verify compliance. This narrows your list to companies that have already navigated the I-983 training plan process, cutting wasted applications significantly.
Build your I-983 training plan around measurable learning goals
Your employer must sign and co-develop the I-983 before your extension begins. For Technical Solutions Engineer roles, map goals to specific technical competencies like solution architecture, integration troubleshooting, or customer deployment cycles rather than vague job duties.
Start your STEM OPT extension request 90 days before OPT expires
USCIS allows you to file your I-765 extension up to 90 days before your initial OPT end date. Filing early protects your cap-gap coverage if your employer later files an H-1B visa petition, keeping your work authorization continuous through the transition.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Technical Solutions Engineer role qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
Yes, if your degree is in a DHS-designated STEM field such as computer science, electrical engineering, computer information systems, or a related discipline. The role must also directly apply your STEM knowledge. Check that your degree's CIP code appears on the DHS STEM Designated Degree Program list and confirm the match with your DSO before filing.
What does the I-983 training plan need to include for this role?
Your I-983 must outline specific, measurable learning objectives tied to your STEM degree and the Technical Solutions Engineer position. For this role, that typically means documenting goals around systems integration, technical troubleshooting methodologies, or client solution design. Both you and your employer sign the form, and your DSO must receive it before your extension is approved. Generic job descriptions don't satisfy the requirement.
How do I confirm my employer is enrolled in E-Verify?
Use the E-Verify employer search tool to look up your employer by company name and worksite location. Enrollment must be active at the location where you'll work, not just at a corporate headquarters in another state. If your employer isn't enrolled, they must complete E-Verify registration before USCIS will approve your STEM OPT extension. This step can't be skipped or done retroactively.
What happens to my work authorization if my employer files an H-1B petition during my STEM OPT?
If your employer files a timely H-1B cap-subject petition before your STEM OPT expires, cap-gap protection automatically extends your OPT EAD until October 1 of that fiscal year, or until USCIS makes a final decision on the petition, whichever comes first. You don't need a new EAD during cap-gap. Confirm your petition's receipt notice date aligns with USCIS timelines to ensure continuous coverage.
Where can I find Technical Solutions Engineer jobs with STEM OPT-eligible employers?
Migrate Mate lists Technical Solutions Engineer openings filtered for employers with E-Verify enrollment and documented experience hiring STEM OPT workers. Searching there avoids the common problem of applying to companies that don't understand the I-983 process or haven't registered with E-Verify, which can cost you weeks of back-and-forth during an offer stage.