STEM OPT Jobs in South Carolina
South Carolina's manufacturing corridor, growing advanced manufacturing hub in Greenville-Spartanburg, and research institutions in Columbia make it a practical state for F-1 STEM OPT holders. Automotive suppliers, aerospace firms, and tech-adjacent employers across the Upstate region actively file for STEM OPT workers.
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Description
Summary/Objective
The Process Improvement Engineer is responsible to document and map current state business processes at ACA and help document the future state processes that improve efficiencies, reduce waste in the system and improve utilization of our agents. The Process Improvement Engineer will work with all functional groups across ACA, ensuring process documentation is built with consistent templates and methodology across ACA and proper documentation controls are put into place. This role will include industrial and process engineering duties to evaluate systems, procedures, and best practices.
Essential Functions
- Ensure existing current state documentation for all servicing related processes is complete.
- Consolidate all process related documents from various functions including Training, Ops, Compliance etc.
- Capture pain points related to efficiencies and errors etc. with current state processes.
- Participate in brainstorming sessions around process improvement on current state processes.
- Evaluate provided benchmark processes or other documentation for fit within ACA.
- Make recommendations towards future state processes engaging with various business functions to verify new process will solve current state pain points.
- Document future state processes for all servicing related processes.
- Create workflows and worklists in SPECTRUM.
- Support Servicing Strategy group on project execution (e.g. reports).
- Capture any business requirements for items (e.g. interfaces, letter templates).
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree – (Industrial Engineering, Process Engineering, Systems Engineering, Business, Math, Economics, Finance, Statistics, Information Technology), GPA of 3.5 or higher preferred.
- 2+ years process improvement experience in manufacturing or 1+ years process improvement experience in a non-manufacturing (digital) industry - finance, insurance, health, etc. or Masters (MBA, Industrial Engineering, Information Management).
- Professional experience in Process Mapping and Documentation.
- Experience in Auto-Finance preferred, or Financial Services is desirable.
- Ability to map existing processes and identify opportunities for improvement.
- Ability to document in detail and accurately business processes.
- Experience with creating documentation related to processes, including flow charts, swim lane diagrams, procedural and policy documents.
- Demonstrated excellence in working effectively as an individual and as part of a team.
- Ability to multi-task and work in a deadline driven environment.
- Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
Supervisory Responsibility
This position has no supervisory responsibilities.
Work Environment and Physical Demands
This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.
Position Type/Expected Hours of Work
This is a full-time position with a work schedule of Monday-Friday with some schedule variations as needed.
Travel
This position will require up to 10% travel.
EEO Statement
ACA provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. ACA complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.
California Privacy Notice
"As an employer of California residents, we are dedicated to protecting your privacy rights. Any personal information you provide during the application process will be used solely for permitted internal purposes and will be handled in accordance with applicable privacy laws. By applying to this position, you consent to the collection, use, and disclosure of your personal information as described in our Employee Privacy Notice."
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
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Tips for Finding STEM OPT Jobs in South Carolina
Verify your role qualifies under O*NET
Before applying, confirm your job title maps to a STEM-designated STEM degree classification using O*NET. Roles in quality engineering, data analysis, and advanced manufacturing in Greenville frequently qualify, but generic titles like 'coordinator' often do not.
Target E-Verify enrolled employers in South Carolina
STEM OPT authorization requires your employer to be enrolled in E-Verify. Filter your search to confirmed E-Verify participants, especially in the Upstate manufacturing corridor where supplier networks around BMW and Boeing attract engineering and operations roles.
Search employer filing history on Migrate Mate
Use Migrate Mate to filter South Carolina employers by STEM OPT filing activity. Companies in Columbia's tech sector and Greenville's advanced manufacturing cluster appear with verified DOL Labor Condition Application data, so you can target active sponsors directly.
Negotiate your I-983 training plan early
The I-983 training plan must be signed before your STEM OPT extension begins. Raise it during the offer stage, not after signing. South Carolina manufacturers and engineering firms often have HR teams unfamiliar with this form, so come prepared with a draft.
Use the OFLC Wage Search to validate your offer
STEM OPT regulations require you receive the same pay as similarly situated U.S. workers. Cross-check your offered wage against the OFLC Wage Search for your occupation and Columbia or Greenville metro area before accepting any offer.
File your STEM OPT extension 90 days before OPT expires
USCIS allows you to apply up to 90 days before your current OPT end date. Filing within that window lets you begin STEM OPT on your expiration date. Missing it means a gap in work authorization that South Carolina employers cannot bridge retroactively.
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Which industries in South Carolina sponsor the most F-1 STEM OPT visas?
Advanced manufacturing, automotive supply chain, aerospace, and engineering services are the leading F-1 STEM OPT sponsors in South Carolina. The Upstate region around Greenville and Spartanburg drives most activity due to the concentration of Tier 1 and Tier 2 suppliers serving automotive and aerospace manufacturers. Life sciences and technology firms in Columbia also file regularly.
Which cities in South Carolina have the most F-1 STEM OPT sponsorship jobs?
Greenville and Spartanburg together form the densest concentration of STEM OPT sponsoring employers in the state, anchored by the automotive and aerospace supply chain. Columbia has activity in government contracting, technology, and healthcare IT. Charleston is growing in aerospace manufacturing and logistics technology, with Boeing's presence supporting a broader supplier ecosystem.
What types of roles typically qualify for F-1 STEM OPT sponsorship in South Carolina?
Qualifying roles must map to a STEM-designated STEM degree classification recognized by the Department of Homeland Security. In South Carolina, this commonly includes quality engineers, manufacturing engineers, data analysts, software developers, industrial engineers, and supply chain analysts. Confirm your specific job title against the official STEM OPT designated degree list before accepting an offer.
How do I find F-1 STEM OPT sponsorship jobs in South Carolina?
Migrate Mate shows South Carolina employers with verified DOL Labor Condition Application filing history, filtered by visa type and occupation. This lets you identify active STEM OPT sponsors in the Upstate and Midlands regions without manually searching government disclosure files. Prioritize employers already enrolled in E-Verify, which is a legal requirement for STEM OPT authorization.
Are there any state-specific considerations for F-1 STEM OPT sponsorship in South Carolina?
South Carolina has no state-level work authorization registry, but many Upstate manufacturers operate under federal contracts that carry E-Verify mandates, making them structurally ready for STEM OPT hires. HR teams at smaller Tier 2 suppliers may be unfamiliar with the I-983 training plan requirement, so candidates who arrive with a prepared draft often accelerate the onboarding process.