Energy STEM OPT Jobs in Michigan
F-1 STEM OPT energy jobs in Michigan put you inside one of the Midwest's most active energy markets, spanning utilities, renewable development, and automotive electrification. DTE Energy, Consumers Energy, and Ford's electrification division are among the employers with STEM OPT hiring history. Detroit, Ann Arbor, and Lansing concentrate most sponsorship activity.
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Job Posting End Date
07-06-2026
Please note the job posting will close on the day before the posting end date.
Job Summary
Perform routine technical work of a skilled nature involving electronic, electrical, mechanical and pneumatic systems associated with balance of plant and reactor support equipment, to aid in the successful operation and performance of plant equipment. Assist in the calibration, surveillance testing, troubleshooting and repair of reactor protection and control instrumentation systems.
Please Note: This position is posted in a range, and an offer will be made based on the candidate's qualifications.
Job Description
What You'll Do:
- Assist in performing inspections, testing, troubleshooting, repair and calibration of electronic, electrical, mechanical and pneumatic process instrumentation systems, microprocessor-controlled radiation monitoring systems, electronic nuclear instrumentation systems.
- Assist in testing and calibrating / repairing the following: pneumatic and electronic transmitters, indicators, converters, switches, PA and telephone communication systems, heat trace circuits, trace control units, alarm modules, electronic and pneumatic controllers, microprocessor-based recorders, control relays.
- Help to analyze, test, and repair solid state reactor protection system, rod control system, and rod position indicator system.
- Assist in Installing design changes on electronic, electrical, mechanical and pneumatic instrumentation equipment involving wiring modifications, cable testing, wire terminations, print changes, and installation of piping, tubing and fittings.
- Assist engineers and vendor technical representatives in data collection, troubleshooting, repairing, adjusting and testing of specialized complex equipment and systems.
- Report errors, damaged, broken or out of specification equipment and any other abnormal conditions.
What We're Looking For:
I&C Tech, Junior:
Education:
- Associate degree in Electronics, Electrical Engineering Technology
- Or equivalent education and experience.
Work Experience:
- Two years' experience in Instrumentation and Controls or related field.
I&C Tech, Mid-level:
Education:
- Associate degree in Electronics, Electrical Engineering Technology, or equivalent education and experience.
Work Experience:
- Two years' experience as Junior I&C Tech at a Nuclear facility. Complete portion of the I&C Training required for Technicians.
I&C Tech, Senior:
Education:
- Associate degree in Electronics, Electrical Engineering Technology, or equivalent education and experience.
Experience:
- Complete required training for Senior technicians.
- Two years' experience as an I&C Tech at a Nuclear facility. A total of four years is required.
Other Requirements (Applies to All Levels):
- Successful completion of the Plant Technician Selection System (TECH) test is required for this position.
- A review of Employment Testing Information, Test-Taking tips, and the TECH Practice Test may be helpful. A link to these materials may be found at AEP.com/Careers by selecting Employment testing.
- Thorough knowledge of the principles of electronics, electrical, mechanical and physics relative to nuclear instrumentation be able to read, interpret and work from diagrams/schematics.
- Assist in reviewing new and revised procedures for accuracy and performability. Changes to these minimum requirements require review of ANSI N18.1-1971 or current governing document if revised AND Department/Section Manager concurrence.
Physical Demands:
- Performance of duties may involve work in hazardous areas and possible radiation exposure within the limits prescribed by the NRC.
- Work location will include a plant environment which may include exposure to heat, cold, and noise.
- Work location will include outdoors, and therefore subject to weather conditions. It is understood that in the performance of most nuclear generating plant duties there will be associated radiation exposure within the limits prescribed by the Nuclear Regulatory Commission.
Must establish & maintain a permanent residence within a 45-minute safe drive to the D.C. Cook Nuclear Plant.
What You'll Get:
Hourly ranges posted from minimum to mid-point:
- I&C Tech, Junior hourly range: $34.91 - $38.72
- I&C Tech, Mid-level hourly range: $43.30 - $45.48
- I&C Tech, Senior hourly range: $52.20 - $54.66
In addition to competitive compensation, AEP offers a unique comprehensive benefits package that aims to support and enhance the overall well-being of our employees.
The power of AEP comes from our valued team of unique employees...the best in the business! We're proud to be one of the largest electric energy companies in the U.S., powering over 5 million homes and businesses, spanning across 11 states. We’re passionate about making an innovative difference in the communities we serve. We’re powering the future – today!
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Compensation Data
Compensation Grade:
N006-810
Compensation Range:
$34.91 - $56.55
The Physical Demand Level for this job is: M – Medium Work: Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Physical demand requirements are in excess of those for Light Work.
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Which energy companies in Michigan have sponsored F-1 STEM OPT workers?
DTE Energy and Consumers Energy are Michigan's two largest utilities and have histories of hiring engineers and analysts on STEM OPT authorization. Ford Motor Company's electrification and battery teams in Dearborn and Allen Park also hire STEM OPT candidates for energy-adjacent roles. Smaller renewable developers and grid technology firms operating in the state have also filed Labor Condition Applications for positions, though at lower volumes than the major utilities.
Which Michigan cities have the most energy F-1 STEM OPT sponsorship jobs?
Detroit and its suburbs, including Dearborn, Allen Park, and Southfield, hold the highest concentration of energy STEM OPT roles because of the utility headquarters and automotive electrification campuses located there. Ann Arbor adds significant volume through University of Michigan research spinouts and clean energy startups. Lansing, as the state capital and home to Consumers Energy operations, rounds out the three primary hiring centers for energy STEM OPT candidates in Michigan.
What types of energy roles in Michigan typically qualify for F-1 STEM OPT sponsorship?
Roles that qualify must be in a STEM-designated field and require a bachelor's degree or higher in that field. In Michigan's energy sector, qualifying positions commonly include electrical engineer, power systems analyst, battery engineer, energy data scientist, grid automation engineer, and environmental engineer. Roles tied to Michigan's electric vehicle transition, such as charging infrastructure engineer or battery management systems developer, are increasingly common and typically meet the STEM OPT occupational and degree-match requirements.
How do I find energy F-1 STEM OPT sponsorship jobs in Michigan?
Migrate Mate filters job listings specifically for F-1 STEM OPT eligibility and shows verified employer sponsorship history, so you can focus on Michigan energy employers who have filed LCAs for STEM roles rather than applying broadly and discovering sponsorship limitations later. Search by Michigan location and the Energy industry tag on Migrate Mate to surface roles at utilities, renewable developers, and electrification companies actively hiring STEM OPT candidates in the state.
Are there any Michigan-specific considerations for F-1 STEM OPT in the energy industry?
Michigan's energy sector is undergoing significant structural change as the state pursues a clean energy standard requiring 100 percent clean electricity by 2040, which is creating demand for engineers and analysts in grid modernization and renewable integration. Because many Michigan energy employers are regulated utilities, their hiring timelines and headcount approvals can follow longer budget cycles than tech or startup employers. STEM OPT's 24-month extension window gives candidates meaningful runway to work through these timelines, but confirming an employer's E-Verify enrollment before accepting an offer is a required step for STEM OPT authorization.