Automotive F-1 STEM OPT Sponsorship Jobs in Ohio

Automotive F-1 STEM OPT sponsorship jobs in Ohio put you inside one of the country's most concentrated manufacturing corridors, with employers like Honda, Ford, and Goodyear filing LCAs for engineers, data analysts, and supply chain specialists. Toledo, Columbus, and the Dayton area anchor most of the hiring activity for STEM-designated roles.

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Overview

Open Jobs39+
Top Visa TypeF-1 OPT
Work Type97% On-site
Median Salary$43K
Top LocationMoraine, OH
Most JobsFuyao Glass America

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Genuine Parts Company
Account Representative I
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Account Representative I
Genuine Parts Company
Cincinnati, Ohio
Sales
Account Management
Customer Service & Support
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Bachelor's

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Cleveland-Cliffs
Quality Engineer
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Quality Engineer
Cleveland-Cliffs
Cleveland, Ohio
Quality Control
Manufacturing Operations
$75,000/yr - $95,000/yr
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3+ yrs exp.
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Tenneco
Quality Engineer
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Quality Engineer
Tenneco
Napoleon, Ohio
Quality Control
Industrial & Manufacturing Engineering
Manufacturing Engineering
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2+ yrs exp.
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Safelite
Environmental, Health & Safety Specialist
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Environmental, Health & Safety Specialist
Safelite
Columbus, Ohio
Compliance & Legal
Specialized Engineering
Health & Safety (EHS & OHS)
Compliance & Risk
Environmental Engineering
Remote (US)
2+ yrs exp.
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Auria Solutions
Quality Engineer III
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Quality Engineer III
Auria Solutions
Fremont, Ohio
Quality Control
Manufacturing Operations
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Automotive Job Roles in Ohio

Specialized Engineering17 jobs
Engineering (Non-Software)16 jobs
Manufacturing Operations13 jobs
Industrial & Manufacturing Engineering8 jobs
Manufacturing Engineering8 jobs
Quality Control8 jobs
Maintenance & Repair5 jobs
Project & Program Management5 jobs
Mechanical Engineering4 jobs
Project Management4 jobs

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Automotive Jobs in Ohio: Frequently Asked Questions

Which automotive companies in Ohio sponsor F-1 STEM OPT visas?

Honda's large manufacturing and R&D operations in Marysville and East Liberty have a consistent record of LCA filings for engineering and technical roles. Goodyear's global headquarters in Akron sponsors material science and data engineering positions. Ford's Ohio assembly and supplier network, along with Tier 1 suppliers such as Dana Incorporated and Tenneco, also appear in DOL disclosure data as active STEM OPT sponsors.

Which Ohio cities have the most automotive F-1 STEM OPT sponsorship jobs?

Toledo is Ohio's traditional auto manufacturing hub, with proximity to Michigan's supplier ecosystem making it a strong base for STEM OPT candidates in manufacturing engineering and quality assurance. Columbus and its suburbs attract automotive technology and fleet electrification roles. Akron concentrates polymer and tire engineering positions. Dayton draws aerospace-adjacent automotive systems work, particularly in powertrain and electronics development.

What types of automotive roles typically qualify for F-1 STEM OPT sponsorship?

Roles that consistently qualify include manufacturing engineering, quality systems engineering, supply chain analytics, automotive software development, embedded systems design, materials science research, and data science applied to production or vehicle diagnostics. These positions tie directly to STEM-classified degree fields such as engineering, computer science, and applied mathematics, which is the core eligibility requirement for STEM OPT extensions under the 24-month program.

How do I find automotive F-1 STEM OPT sponsorship jobs in Ohio?

Migrate Mate filters job listings specifically by visa type and industry, so you can search for automotive roles in Ohio that employers have designated as STEM OPT eligible without sorting through unsponsored postings. Migrate Mate surfaces employers with verified LCA filing history in the automotive sector, which helps you focus your applications on companies that have already navigated the sponsorship process for roles similar to yours.

Are there any Ohio-specific considerations for automotive F-1 STEM OPT sponsorship?

Ohio requires STEM OPT employers to be enrolled in E-Verify, which most large automotive manufacturers and their Tier 1 suppliers already satisfy. Ohio's dense supplier network means many sponsoring positions are with mid-size manufacturers rather than only OEMs, so checking DOL OFLC disclosure data for smaller employers in Toledo, Findlay, and Lima is worthwhile. Your university's DSO must also authorize the STEM OPT extension before employment begins, regardless of employer location.