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Construction F-1 OPT sponsorship jobs in North Carolina are concentrated in fast-growing metros like Charlotte, Raleigh, and Durham, where major contractors such as Brasfield & Gorrie and Skanska have active project pipelines. Engineering, project management, and estimating roles tied to a relevant degree are the most common OPT-eligible positions in the state's booming infrastructure and commercial development sectors.
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Location:
Raleigh, North Carolina
Department:
Product Management
Posted:
4/1/2026
Location Name:
Raleigh
Wage:
Depends on Experience
Position Title: Global Product Line Manager; Cable Backplane Systems
Location: Raleigh, NC
Amphenol High Speed Products Group is the market leader for high speed, high bandwidth electrical connectors for the Telecom/Datacom market (AI hardware, Mobile Networks, Storage, Servers, Routers, Switches, etc.). Our products help to enable the electronics revolution and remain a key enabler for all the major Tier 1 OEMs globally. We are currently seeking a high energy Global Product Line Manager to join our team located in our Raleigh, NC office.
The Global Product Line Manager will be responsible for the full P&L for our OverPass cable assembly (i.e. over the board) portfolio. This includes aggressively growing revenue and driving the development of new markets and customers. The candidate will work closely with the global Amphenol sales team to identify, develop, and capture business opportunities worldwide.
Responsibilities:
- Formulate and execute a strategy to launch and grow the assigned major product line, including setting the strategic vision for the assigned product line, building and maintaining product roadmaps, translating market/customer needs into product definitions/requirements and developing go-to-market strategies.
- Drive new business development in new markets and customers for assigned product line and pursuing expanded opportunities in Amphenol's existing customer base.
- Work closely with global sales, field application engineering and marketing teams to develop tools and support material to facilitate new design wins.
- Drive product training and sales promotions to prospect new opportunities.
- Understand current industry applications and map future industry trends and translate into a product plan.
- Obtain and use analysis of competitors and competitor products. Identify and implement actions to outperform competition and develop pricing strategies.
- Work with global cross-functional teams like engineering, manufacturing, supply chain, and quality to drive the growth and customer satisfaction of the assigned product line, including value engineering initiatives, customized designs to meet customer requirements, managing quality issues, etc.
- Understand customers' technology needs, strategic direction and how the Cable Backplane team can be positioned with a value solution to meet the customer's needs.
- Think and act as a business owner, forecasting bookings/revenues pricing strategies, performing competitive analysis, and evaluating key capital investment ROI.
- Own the business plan for designated product family through:
- Life cycle management/rationalization, PCNs
- Cost, pricing and margin management
- Capacity planning management
- Involvement in NPD and Product Extension projects
- NBO and Incremental track and management
- Initiate AR justification for new product development and extension by rationalizing investment versus business potentials, risk analysis, and payback optimization.
- Fully target site KPIs for sales revenue achievement, product margin improvement on cost reduction, negative margin improvement, design win, and shortening response time to quote.
- Attend event shows to promote the product and assist in developing marketing material.
- This position requires local and international travel for customer visits, field engagements, and product development meetings.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree in Electronics, Electrical, or Mechanical Engineering required, with an MBA/MS preferred
- 2+ years of product management and business development experience
- 3+ years of experience working in the interconnect industry preferred
- The Strong communication skills
- Effective use of Microsoft office (Excel and PowerPoint specifically)
- Ability to integrate with cross-functional teams globally and a willingness to "roll up your sleeves" to get the job done
ADDITIONAL:
- Must be an "A player", a "high potential" performer, with a strong desire for career progression.
- Well organized and comfortable working in a matrixed environment with ability to communicate effectively with cross functional, geographically dispersed and culturally diverse marketing, engineering, quality and manufacturing teams, vendors and customers.
- Strong technical aptitude combined with business acumen, and a quick learner with the ability to manage new responsibilities in a dynamic environment.
- Ability to influence change in thought and behavior across all functional groups.
- Attention to detail, while maintaining perspective on top-level goals.
- Willing to travel globally and work in a global business structure; travel requirement (20~40%).
Amphenol Corporation is proud of our reputation as an excellent employer. Our focus is to provide the highest level of support and responsiveness to both our employees and our customers, the world's largest technology companies. Amphenol Corporation offers the opportunity for career growth within a global organization. We believe that Amphenol Corporation is unique in that every employee, regardless of his or her position, has the ability to positively impact the business.
Amphenol is an “Equal Opportunity Employer” - Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin.

Location:
Raleigh, North Carolina
Department:
Product Management
Posted:
4/1/2026
Location Name:
Raleigh
Wage:
Depends on Experience
Position Title: Global Product Line Manager; Cable Backplane Systems
Location: Raleigh, NC
Amphenol High Speed Products Group is the market leader for high speed, high bandwidth electrical connectors for the Telecom/Datacom market (AI hardware, Mobile Networks, Storage, Servers, Routers, Switches, etc.). Our products help to enable the electronics revolution and remain a key enabler for all the major Tier 1 OEMs globally. We are currently seeking a high energy Global Product Line Manager to join our team located in our Raleigh, NC office.
The Global Product Line Manager will be responsible for the full P&L for our OverPass cable assembly (i.e. over the board) portfolio. This includes aggressively growing revenue and driving the development of new markets and customers. The candidate will work closely with the global Amphenol sales team to identify, develop, and capture business opportunities worldwide.
Responsibilities:
- Formulate and execute a strategy to launch and grow the assigned major product line, including setting the strategic vision for the assigned product line, building and maintaining product roadmaps, translating market/customer needs into product definitions/requirements and developing go-to-market strategies.
- Drive new business development in new markets and customers for assigned product line and pursuing expanded opportunities in Amphenol's existing customer base.
- Work closely with global sales, field application engineering and marketing teams to develop tools and support material to facilitate new design wins.
- Drive product training and sales promotions to prospect new opportunities.
- Understand current industry applications and map future industry trends and translate into a product plan.
- Obtain and use analysis of competitors and competitor products. Identify and implement actions to outperform competition and develop pricing strategies.
- Work with global cross-functional teams like engineering, manufacturing, supply chain, and quality to drive the growth and customer satisfaction of the assigned product line, including value engineering initiatives, customized designs to meet customer requirements, managing quality issues, etc.
- Understand customers' technology needs, strategic direction and how the Cable Backplane team can be positioned with a value solution to meet the customer's needs.
- Think and act as a business owner, forecasting bookings/revenues pricing strategies, performing competitive analysis, and evaluating key capital investment ROI.
- Own the business plan for designated product family through:
- Life cycle management/rationalization, PCNs
- Cost, pricing and margin management
- Capacity planning management
- Involvement in NPD and Product Extension projects
- NBO and Incremental track and management
- Initiate AR justification for new product development and extension by rationalizing investment versus business potentials, risk analysis, and payback optimization.
- Fully target site KPIs for sales revenue achievement, product margin improvement on cost reduction, negative margin improvement, design win, and shortening response time to quote.
- Attend event shows to promote the product and assist in developing marketing material.
- This position requires local and international travel for customer visits, field engagements, and product development meetings.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree in Electronics, Electrical, or Mechanical Engineering required, with an MBA/MS preferred
- 2+ years of product management and business development experience
- 3+ years of experience working in the interconnect industry preferred
- The Strong communication skills
- Effective use of Microsoft office (Excel and PowerPoint specifically)
- Ability to integrate with cross-functional teams globally and a willingness to "roll up your sleeves" to get the job done
ADDITIONAL:
- Must be an "A player", a "high potential" performer, with a strong desire for career progression.
- Well organized and comfortable working in a matrixed environment with ability to communicate effectively with cross functional, geographically dispersed and culturally diverse marketing, engineering, quality and manufacturing teams, vendors and customers.
- Strong technical aptitude combined with business acumen, and a quick learner with the ability to manage new responsibilities in a dynamic environment.
- Ability to influence change in thought and behavior across all functional groups.
- Attention to detail, while maintaining perspective on top-level goals.
- Willing to travel globally and work in a global business structure; travel requirement (20~40%).
Amphenol Corporation is proud of our reputation as an excellent employer. Our focus is to provide the highest level of support and responsiveness to both our employees and our customers, the world's largest technology companies. Amphenol Corporation offers the opportunity for career growth within a global organization. We believe that Amphenol Corporation is unique in that every employee, regardless of his or her position, has the ability to positively impact the business.
Amphenol is an “Equal Opportunity Employer” - Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin.
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Which construction companies sponsor F-1 OPT visas in North Carolina?
Large general contractors and engineering firms with a consistent North Carolina presence, including Turner Construction, Skanska, Balfour Beatty, and Brasfield & Gorrie, have historically hired international graduates in technical roles. Smaller regional firms that work on state infrastructure or commercial development projects also hire OPT workers, particularly in project engineering and estimating. Sponsorship patterns vary by project cycle and headcount, so checking individual company career pages is worthwhile.
Which cities in North Carolina have the most construction F-1 OPT sponsorship jobs?
Charlotte leads the state for construction OPT opportunities, driven by sustained commercial real estate development and transit infrastructure expansion. Raleigh and Durham follow closely, supported by Research Triangle Park-adjacent development and significant university and healthcare campus construction. Greensboro and Winston-Salem also have active commercial and industrial construction pipelines. Smaller markets like Wilmington see project-based surges tied to coastal and port-adjacent development.
What types of construction roles typically qualify for F-1 OPT sponsorship?
Roles that directly apply a construction-related degree are the strongest fit for OPT authorization. Common qualifying positions include project engineer, construction manager, structural engineer, civil engineer, cost estimator, and BIM coordinator. These roles require specialized knowledge tied to a bachelor's or master's degree in civil engineering, construction management, or a related field. General labor or field superintendent roles without a degree requirement typically do not qualify for OPT.
How do I find construction F-1 OPT sponsorship jobs in North Carolina?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for international students and filters jobs by visa type, including F-1 OPT, so you can browse verified construction roles in North Carolina without sorting through listings from employers who don't sponsor. Search by the Construction & Real Estate category and filter by North Carolina to see active project engineer, estimator, and construction management openings. This saves significant time compared to manually vetting general job boards.
Are there any state-specific considerations for F-1 OPT in North Carolina's construction industry?
North Carolina's construction boom is partly driven by state-funded infrastructure programs and significant private investment in the Research Triangle, which means project timelines and hiring windows can be cyclical. OPT has a fixed authorization period, so aligning your job search with active project phases matters. Some employers in North Carolina also hire through staffing firms on large public contracts, but OPT work authorization must be tied to employment consistent with your degree field regardless of the hiring structure.
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