Manufacturing F-1 STEM OPT Sponsorship Jobs in Florida
F-1 STEM OPT manufacturing jobs in Florida draw international engineers and technologists to employers like Lockheed Martin in Orlando, Siemens in Palm Beach County, and Jabil in St. Petersburg. Florida's aerospace, electronics, and defense manufacturing sectors regularly file F-1 STEM OPT Labor Condition Applications, making the state a strong destination for OPT extension candidates in technical roles.
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The Truss Designer uses computer or technical tools to prepare detailed presentation of building material requirements and or systems for assigned project or related segment. This position may design and complete layouts of residential roof and floor systems for pricing and manufacturing.
What you will do
- Designs residential roof and floor systems and produces layouts.
- Discusses changes and corrections with engineers, architects and contractors prior to and during construction.
- Presents, sells and follows-up on new jobs.
- Prepares roof truss and truss joist floor layouts.
- Performs job site inspections.
- Produces materials list.
- Determines special notes to append contracts.
- Resolves architectural and design discrepancies.
- Assists in the shipping department.
- Read and understand blueprints and detailed technical drawings.
- Use computer or other technical equipment to provide a technically accurate layout (takeoff) of customer order.
- Adhere to local building codes and material constraints when developing material list and design layout.
- Produce final copies for contractor use for bathrooms, kitchens, decks, patios and others as assigned.
- Assist customers as required, providing accurate, timely and thorough customer service.
- Measure and scale projects on-site.
- Invoice project, schedule installation and delivery of products and materials.
Required For All Jobs
- Perform other duties as assigned.
- Comply with all policies and standards.
- Adhere to Company’s commitment to workplace safety.
- Participate in and complete assigned trainings.
Education Qualifications
- High School or GED required.
- Associate's Degree in civil, architectural or design related field may be required.
- Bachelor's Degree preferred.
- Applicable work experience may be substituted for education requirement.
Experience Qualifications
- 1 year of drafting experience in a construction or building materials-related industry required.
Skills and Abilities
- Special skills required—Proficient technical writing skills. Excellent salesmanship and communication skills. Proprietary software, AUTOCAD, computer literate, ability to read technical drawings.
- Special knowledge required—Reading and interpreting blueprints in an architectural related industry.
- Other—PC Literate with Microsoft Office products, AUTO CAD, and other design programs that facilitate learning in-house program with ease.
US LBM Holdings, LLC, is an equal-opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, order of protection status, or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state, or local law.
A Brief Overview
The Truss Designer uses computer or technical tools to prepare detailed presentation of building material requirements and or systems for assigned project or related segment. This position may design and complete layouts of residential roof and floor systems for pricing and manufacturing.
What you will do
- Designs residential roof and floor systems and produces layouts.
- Discusses changes and corrections with engineers, architects and contractors prior to and during construction.
- Presents, sells and follows-up on new jobs.
- Prepares roof truss and truss joist floor layouts.
- Performs job site inspections.
- Produces materials list.
- Determines special notes to append contracts.
- Resolves architectural and design discrepancies.
- Assists in the shipping department.
- Read and understand blueprints and detailed technical drawings.
- Use computer or other technical equipment to provide a technically accurate layout (takeoff) of customer order.
- Adhere to local building codes and material constraints when developing material list and design layout.
- Produce final copies for contractor use for bathrooms, kitchens, decks, patios and others as assigned.
- Assist customers as required, providing accurate, timely and thorough customer service.
- Measure and scale projects on-site.
- Invoice project, schedule installation and delivery of products and materials.
Required For All Jobs
- Perform other duties as assigned.
- Comply with all policies and standards.
- Adhere to Company’s commitment to workplace safety.
- Participate in and complete assigned trainings.
Education Qualifications
- High School or GED required.
- Associate's Degree in civil, architectural or design related field may be required.
- Bachelor's Degree preferred.
- Applicable work experience may be substituted for education requirement.
Experience Qualifications
- 1 year of drafting experience in a construction or building materials-related industry required.
Skills and Abilities
- Special skills required—Proficient technical writing skills. Excellent salesmanship and communication skills. Proprietary software, AUTOCAD, computer literate, ability to read technical drawings.
- Special knowledge required—Reading and interpreting blueprints in an architectural related industry.
- Other—PC Literate with Microsoft Office products, AUTO CAD, and other design programs that facilitate learning in-house program with ease.
US LBM Holdings, LLC, is an equal-opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, order of protection status, or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state, or local law.
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Search Manufacturing Jobs in FloridaManufacturing Jobs in Florida: Frequently Asked Questions
Which manufacturing companies sponsor F-1 STEM OPT visas in Florida?
Florida manufacturers with documented F-1 STEM OPT sponsorship activity include Lockheed Martin, Northrop Grumman, Raytheon Technologies, Jabil, Siemens Energy, and L3Harris Technologies. These companies operate facilities in the Orlando metro, Tampa Bay, and Palm Beach County and regularly file Labor Condition Applications for engineering, quality, and operations roles. OFLC disclosure data is one way to verify an employer's filing history by occupation and location.
Which cities in Florida have the most manufacturing F-1 STEM OPT sponsorship jobs?
Orlando and the surrounding Orange County area lead in aerospace and defense manufacturing sponsorship activity, driven by a concentration of contractors near Kennedy Space Center. Tampa and St. Petersburg follow, with electronics manufacturers like Jabil anchoring that market. Palm Beach County and the Space Coast corridor also see consistent LCA filings for manufacturing roles, particularly in advanced electronics and systems integration.
How do I find manufacturing F-1 STEM OPT sponsorship jobs in Florida?
Migrate Mate filters manufacturing job listings specifically for F-1 STEM OPT sponsorship in Florida, showing employers with verified LCA filing history by location and occupation. This lets you focus on companies that have already sponsored similar roles rather than applying broadly. You can sort by city, manufacturing sub-sector, or job function to target positions that match your degree field, which is a key eligibility requirement for STEM OPT.
What types of manufacturing roles typically qualify for F-1 STEM OPT sponsorship?
Roles that qualify must fall under a STEM-designated Classification of Instructional Programs code linked to your degree and be in a specialty occupation requiring that degree. In manufacturing, this commonly includes mechanical engineers, industrial engineers, manufacturing process engineers, quality assurance engineers, electrical engineers, and supply chain analysts with engineering degrees. Production supervisor or general operations roles without a direct degree requirement typically do not qualify. O*NET occupation profiles can help confirm job zone and education requirements for a specific title.
Are there state-specific or industry-specific considerations for F-1 STEM OPT sponsorship in Florida manufacturing?
Florida's manufacturing sector is heavily tied to defense and aerospace, industries where federal contractors must comply with export control and security clearance requirements. Some positions at companies like Northrop Grumman or L3Harris require U.S. citizenship or permanent residency for clearance eligibility, limiting F-1 STEM OPT access to non-classified roles. Florida also has no state income tax, which affects total compensation comparisons, though eligibility for STEM OPT itself is governed entirely by USCIS and employer E-Verify enrollment, not state rules.