Staffing STEM OPT Jobs in Illinois
Staffing and recruiting companies in Illinois actively hire F-1 STEM OPT candidates for data analytics, technology placement, and workforce solutions roles. Chicago anchors most hiring activity, with additional opportunities in Schaumburg, Rosemont, and the broader suburban corridor where major staffing firms like Aon Hewitt, Morningstar, and staffing-focused tech divisions maintain regional offices.
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Mechanical Commissioning Engineer (Data Centers) - Competitive Compensation + Collaborative Culture + Professional Development & Work/ Life Balance
This Jobot Job is hosted by: Tony Barhoum
Are you a fit? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Easy Apply" button and sending us your resume.
Salary: $90,000 - $160,000 per year
A bit about us:
Fortune 500 Engineering, Energy, and Infrastructure Firm specializing in the Mission Critical Data Center Business. Award-Winning International Engineering Firm leading the industry in delivering Mission-Critical Infrastructure Solutions for Hyperscale Data Center Projects.
Why join us?
- Competitive Base Salary with Bonus
- Salary + Time & Half Overtime
- 401K with Matching Contribution
- Unlimited PTO
- Complete Health Benefits with Life Insurance
- Fully Remote
- Accelerated Career Growth!
JOB DETAILS
Data Center Commissioning Project Engineer (Mechanical and/or Electrical) - Full-Time – (Remote/Travel)
Seeking Commissioning Engineers with hands-on Data Center Commissioning Experience.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- 2+ years of specific Data Center Commissioning experience (Electrical/Mechanical).
- Must be able/willing to travel up to 75% for project work, training, and inter-office business (expenses paid).
- Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering field preferred.
- Experience in diagnosing and solving construction and operational problems.
- Experience managing design/energy services commissioning project resources to pre-determined scope, fee, and schedule.
- Knowledge of building codes, construction industry standards, such as ASHRAE, LEED.
- Effective leadership and written / verbal communication skills are essential.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- EIT, PE, CBCP, CEM, CCP, CxA are a plus
This role is also tasked with assisting in managing small to large Data Center projects to meet client expectations for technical excellence, budget, and schedule. The Data Center Project Commissioning Engineer will perform construction observations, review contract documents, develop functional test plans and execute tests for a wide variety of mechanical, and controls systems. They will execute retro-commissioning engineering/energy studies & contribute to design and energy projects for National industrial, institutional, and commercial clients. Must be self-motivated and well versed in Data Center projects touching on large building MEP systems design, commissioning, retro-commissioning, energy modeling/analysis and construction for complex buildings. Assessment, optimization and/or commissioning activities for utility plants will also be expected.
Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions. Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. Information collected and processed as part of your Jobot candidate profile, and any job applications, resumes, or other information you choose to submit is subject to Jobot's Privacy Policy, as well as the Jobot California Worker Privacy Notice and Jobot Notice Regarding Automated Employment Decision Tools which are available at jobot.com/legal. By applying for this job, you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages, or emails from Jobot, and/or its agents and contracted partners. Frequency varies for text messages. Message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You can reply STOP to cancel and HELP for help. You can access our privacy policy here: jobot.com/privacy-policy.
INTRODUCTION
Mechanical Commissioning Engineer (Data Centers) - Competitive Compensation + Collaborative Culture + Professional Development & Work/ Life Balance
This Jobot Job is hosted by: Tony Barhoum
Are you a fit? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Easy Apply" button and sending us your resume.
Salary: $90,000 - $160,000 per year
A bit about us:
Fortune 500 Engineering, Energy, and Infrastructure Firm specializing in the Mission Critical Data Center Business. Award-Winning International Engineering Firm leading the industry in delivering Mission-Critical Infrastructure Solutions for Hyperscale Data Center Projects.
Why join us?
- Competitive Base Salary with Bonus
- Salary + Time & Half Overtime
- 401K with Matching Contribution
- Unlimited PTO
- Complete Health Benefits with Life Insurance
- Fully Remote
- Accelerated Career Growth!
JOB DETAILS
Data Center Commissioning Project Engineer (Mechanical and/or Electrical) - Full-Time – (Remote/Travel)
Seeking Commissioning Engineers with hands-on Data Center Commissioning Experience.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- 2+ years of specific Data Center Commissioning experience (Electrical/Mechanical).
- Must be able/willing to travel up to 75% for project work, training, and inter-office business (expenses paid).
- Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering field preferred.
- Experience in diagnosing and solving construction and operational problems.
- Experience managing design/energy services commissioning project resources to pre-determined scope, fee, and schedule.
- Knowledge of building codes, construction industry standards, such as ASHRAE, LEED.
- Effective leadership and written / verbal communication skills are essential.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- EIT, PE, CBCP, CEM, CCP, CxA are a plus
This role is also tasked with assisting in managing small to large Data Center projects to meet client expectations for technical excellence, budget, and schedule. The Data Center Project Commissioning Engineer will perform construction observations, review contract documents, develop functional test plans and execute tests for a wide variety of mechanical, and controls systems. They will execute retro-commissioning engineering/energy studies & contribute to design and energy projects for National industrial, institutional, and commercial clients. Must be self-motivated and well versed in Data Center projects touching on large building MEP systems design, commissioning, retro-commissioning, energy modeling/analysis and construction for complex buildings. Assessment, optimization and/or commissioning activities for utility plants will also be expected.
Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions. Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. Information collected and processed as part of your Jobot candidate profile, and any job applications, resumes, or other information you choose to submit is subject to Jobot's Privacy Policy, as well as the Jobot California Worker Privacy Notice and Jobot Notice Regarding Automated Employment Decision Tools which are available at jobot.com/legal. By applying for this job, you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages, or emails from Jobot, and/or its agents and contracted partners. Frequency varies for text messages. Message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You can reply STOP to cancel and HELP for help. You can access our privacy policy here: jobot.com/privacy-policy.
STEM OPT Staffing Job Roles in Illinois
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Search Staffing Jobs in IllinoisStaffing STEM OPT Sponsorship Jobs in Illinois: Frequently Asked Questions
Which staffing companies sponsor F-1 STEM OPT visas in Illinois?
Several national and regional staffing firms operating in Illinois have STEM OPT sponsorship history, including technology staffing specialists and workforce solutions companies with Chicago-area headquarters or regional offices. Firms that place data scientists, software engineers, and analytics professionals in client organizations tend to file the most OPT extensions. Reviewing DOL Labor Condition Application disclosure data by employer and occupation code gives a reliable picture of which companies actively sponsor.
Which cities in Illinois have the most staffing F-1 STEM OPT sponsorship jobs?
Chicago accounts for the majority of staffing and recruiting roles that support F-1 STEM OPT candidates in Illinois, particularly in the Loop, River North, and West Loop business districts. Schaumburg and Rosemont in the northwest suburbs also concentrate staffing firm offices serving technology and financial services clients. Oak Brook and Downers Grove host corporate headquarters for several national staffing organizations that run STEM-oriented placement programs.
What types of staffing roles typically qualify for F-1 STEM OPT sponsorship?
F-1 STEM OPT requires placement in a role that is directly related to a STEM-designated degree program and is with an E-Verify enrolled employer. Within staffing, qualifying positions commonly include data analyst, business intelligence developer, workforce analytics specialist, and technology recruiter roles tied to quantitative or computer science functions. Purely administrative or sales-only positions rarely meet the degree-relationship standard USCIS and the employer of record must document for OPT authorization.
How do I find staffing F-1 STEM OPT sponsorship jobs in Illinois?
Migrate Mate filters staffing and recruiting jobs in Illinois specifically for F-1 STEM OPT eligibility, surfacing employers with verified E-Verify enrollment and LCA filing history in relevant occupation codes. Because the staffing sector involves layered employment relationships, Migrate Mate's employer data helps you distinguish between the staffing firm itself and client placement arrangements, which matters for identifying who actually holds OPT sponsorship responsibility in Illinois.
Are there Illinois-specific considerations for F-1 STEM OPT sponsorship in the staffing industry?
Illinois staffing firms acting as employers of record must be enrolled in E-Verify, a federal requirement for all STEM OPT employers regardless of state. Illinois also has state-level pay transparency and worker classification rules that can affect how staffing companies structure employment relationships for placed workers. Candidates should confirm whether the staffing company or the end client is the employer of record for OPT purposes, since that entity bears the USCIS training plan and E-Verify obligations.