STEM OPT Jobs in Michigan
Michigan's automotive, advanced manufacturing, and tech corridors in Detroit, Ann Arbor, and Grand Rapids employ thousands of STEM professionals who need F-1 STEM OPT sponsorship. From mobility startups to Fortune 500 suppliers, employers across the state actively extend and sponsor STEM OPT workers in engineering, data, and computer science roles.
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Coordinates, develops, implements and maintains automation cells for a smooth and standardized secondary process. All cells designed to improve ergonomics, throughput, quality, and customer satisfaction. Support and improve manufacturing processes during initial launch and startup process.
Key Responsibilities
- Train for and setup of all secondary automation processes and equipment for assembly out of mold to box with fast speed, low cost and top-quality.
- Optimize throughput for each part and process from design to service life.
- Meet the challenges as directed by your direct manager.
- Lead in the standardization and optimization, for current and future state best practices.
- Adhere to the methodology of proper process control and standardization.
- Take on special projects as requested by your direct manager and/or the ownership of NYX.
- QPR participation as needed.
- Responsible for automation secondary fixture trials and DOEs taking cues from PFMEA/DFMEA.
- Develop and maintain documentation for secondary equipment.
- Perform DOE as required by programs.
- Participate in prototype builds to detect quality, manufacturing and assembly issues.
- Maintain, through tact time studies, balanced and efficient production lines.
- Develop and maintain cell layouts for secondary tool build and plant/cell layouts.
Supporting Job Functions: Sustain continuous improvements through VAVE and CI (Kaizen) opportunities as directed.
Physical Demands:
- Walking and sitting – frequently on production floor
- Use of hands – to handle and feel parts for surface qualities
- Communication – frequently required to exchange information, regularly required to speak and/or hear. Effective and clear direction to subordinates as required.
- Lifting – lift and move up to 50 lbs. occasionally
- Vision abilities – close, distant, color and ability to adjust focus.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed, as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.
Skills Knowledge and Expertise
Bachelors or Master’s Degree or Diploma or 5 or more years of equivalent related work experience or equivalent combination of education and experience. Effective and competent communication skills, written and verbal, for dealing with employees, customers and suppliers.
Technical qualifications: Knowledge of CAD applications and blue print interpretation. Required ability to coordinate multiple complex projects simultaneously. PLC programming experience is essential.
About NYX LLC
NYX LLC is a market leading minority business provider of automotive interior and under-hood solutions, dedicated to exceeding its customers' increasing expectations. NYX LLC designs, develops, and manufactures interior, under-hood, and technology solutions for the automotive industry. It offers interior sub system products, such as door panels, consoles, instrument panel sub-assemblies, garnish/step pads and sill plates, seating components, grab handles, door and glove box latches and handles, and electrical carriers. The company also provides automotive under-hood solutions, including under hood hoses, air and vacuum management systems, speed control sub systems, cowl vent grills, sun drain tubes, and wash fluid handling tubes, as well as power train emissions, ventilation, and fluid management systems.
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Tips for Finding STEM OPT Jobs in Michigan
Verify your role qualifies under STEM OPT
Cross-check your job title against the official STEM Designated Degree Program List and the O*NET occupation profile before accepting an offer. Roles in Michigan's automotive sector often span engineering and business functions, so confirm the core duties align with your degree field.
Target E-Verify enrolled employers early
STEM OPT extension requires your employer to be enrolled in E-Verify before you file the extension. Filter your Michigan employer search by E-Verify participation from the start so you don't lose time after an offer is extended.
Search Michigan employers using Migrate Mate
Use Migrate Mate to find Michigan employers with verified STEM OPT and H-1B filing history, filtered by industry and metro area. Focusing on Detroit, Ann Arbor, and Grand Rapids corridors surfaces the highest-density sponsorship markets in the state.
File your STEM OPT extension 90 days before expiration
Submit your STEM OPT extension application to USCIS no earlier than 90 days before your initial OPT expires. Filing early protects your continuous work authorization even if USCIS processing extends beyond your current EAD end date.
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Which industries in Michigan sponsor the most F-1 STEM OPT visas?
Automotive and advanced manufacturing lead F-1 STEM OPT sponsorship in Michigan, driven by OEMs, Tier 1 suppliers, and mobility technology firms concentrated in the Detroit metro and surrounding Oakland and Washtenaw counties. Information technology, data analytics, and electrical engineering roles also generate substantial sponsorship volume, particularly in Ann Arbor's research and software sector and Grand Rapids' growing health technology corridor.
Which cities in Michigan have the most F-1 STEM OPT sponsorship jobs?
Detroit and its suburbs, including Dearborn, Auburn Hills, and Troy, hold the highest concentration of STEM OPT sponsoring employers due to the automotive and advanced manufacturing industries headquartered there. Ann Arbor follows closely, anchored by University of Michigan-affiliated research employers and a strong software and engineering startup ecosystem. Grand Rapids is growing rapidly in health technology and manufacturing automation roles.
What types of roles typically qualify for F-1 STEM OPT sponsorship in Michigan?
Qualifying roles are those directly tied to a STEM-designated degree and listed on the official STEM Designated Degree Program List. In Michigan, this commonly includes mechanical, electrical, and software engineering positions in automotive and manufacturing firms, data science and analytics roles in technology companies, and computer science positions in both large employers and research-driven startups. Roles must have STEM duties as the primary function, not merely an incidental component.
How do I find F-1 STEM OPT sponsorship jobs in Michigan?
Migrate Mate lets you search Michigan employers filtered by STEM OPT and H-1B visa filing history, so you can identify companies that have actively sponsored international workers rather than guessing at sponsorship willingness. Prioritize employers already enrolled in E-Verify, since that enrollment is required for STEM OPT extensions. Focusing your search on the Detroit, Ann Arbor, and Grand Rapids metro areas gives you access to the densest sponsorship markets in the state.
Are there any Michigan-specific considerations for F-1 STEM OPT sponsorship?
Michigan employers in automotive and manufacturing frequently use project-based contracts and staffing arrangements. USCIS requires that STEM OPT workers have a bona fide employer-employee relationship, so confirm that your direct employer, not a third-party agency, signs your Form I-983 and supervises your work. Additionally, Michigan's seasonal hiring cycles in automotive tend to concentrate offer timelines around Q1 and Q3, so aligning your OPT filing window with those cycles improves your chances of securing a role before your initial EAD expires.