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Program Manager jobs at ABB span its manufacturing and industrial automation divisions, where they lead cross-functional projects from planning through delivery. The company has a consistent track record of sponsoring work visas for this function, making it a realistic target if you're building a U.S. career in manufacturing program management.
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This position reports to:
Country Trade Compliance Manager (CTCM)
Your role and responsibilities
The Senior Leader, U.S. Trade Compliance Program will be responsible for supporting the Country Trade Compliance Officer (CTCO) in the management, governance, and execution of the ABB's U.S. Trade Compliance Program. This role provides strategic oversight of trade compliance risks, policies, controls, and operational processes while partnering with business stakeholders to ensure compliance with applicable U.S. import, export, sanctions, and customs regulations. The position serves as a key leader within the U.S. trade compliance function, driving program excellence, continuous improvement, and regulatory compliance across the organization.
The work model for the role is: Remote
This role is contributing to the Country Trade Compliance group in the United States.
Main Accountabilities:
Trade Compliance Program Leadership
- Support the Country Trade Compliance Officer (CTCO) in developing, implementing, and executing the U.S. Trade Compliance Program strategy.
- Lead key program initiatives to ensure compliance with U.S. import, export, sanctions, and other trade regulations.
- Drive continuous improvement of the Country’s trade compliance processes.
- Serve as a senior advisor to Local Trade Compliance Officers (LTCOs) on trade compliance risks and regulatory requirements.
Regulatory Compliance & Risk Management
- Identify, assess, and mitigate trade compliance risks through proactive monitoring and controls.
- Support the CTCO with investigations of potential compliance concerns and support corrective and preventive action plans.
- Escalate significant compliance risks, violations, and regulatory developments to the CTCO.
- Support the CTCO with Risk Reviews and advise Local Trade Compliance Officers on the required due diligence to perform the trade compliance evaluations.
- Support the CTCO with managing the Annual Trade Review Program for the review of the transactional and process checks. Support Local Trade Compliance Officers with the development of mitigation actions and ensure that identified gaps are closed timely.
- Manage the tri-annual Global Trade Risk Assessment from the Group COE to identify key risks for all U.S. controlled items and to sensitive countries.
Governance & Internal Controls
- Monitor compliance performance through Annual Trade Reviews, Global Trade Risk Assessments, metrics, and key performance indicators.
- Coordinate with the Local Trade Compliance Officers on remediation efforts resulting from internal audits, regulatory reviews, or compliance assessments.
- Responsible for managing the Country Trade Recordkeeping Repositories.
Business Partnership & Operational Support
- Partner with the LTCOs and local business functions, such as logistics, procurement, engineering, sales, and legal teams to support the implementation of compliance requirements into business operations.
- Provide strategic guidance on complex import/export transactions, product classifications, licensing requirements, and jurisdiction determinations.
- Facilitate trade-compliant solutions that balance regulatory requirements with operational objectives.
Training & Awareness
- Lead development and deployment of U.S. trade compliance training and awareness initiatives.
- Ensure LTCOs understand their compliance responsibilities and regulatory obligations.
- Promote ongoing education regarding changes in trade regulations, enforcement trends, and company policy requirements.
Regulatory Engagement & External Interface
- Support the CTCO with interactions with U.S. government agencies, including Customs and Border Protection (CBP), Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS), Directorate of Defense Trade Controls (DDTC), and OFAC, as applicable.
- Assist the CTCO in managing disclosures, audits, inquiries, and examinations by regulatory authorities.
- Monitor regulatory developments and assess potential impacts to the company's operations.
Strategic Initiatives
- Support the CTCO with merger and acquisition activities, integration efforts, and due diligence reviews from a trade compliance perspective.
- Develop metrics and executive reporting to provide leadership visibility into compliance program effectiveness and risk exposure.
Qualifications for the role:
- Master’s degree in supply chain and/or trade management field (preferred) and 10+ years of experience in managing U.S. trade compliance programs; or Bachelor’s degree in supply chain and/or trade management field (preferred) and 12+ years of experience in U.S. trade compliance.
- Hold Customs Broker License (strongly preferred).
- Certified Import and/or Export Specialist (preferred but not required).
- Super-user for Microsoft’s Platform tools and systems. Working knowledge of ERP systems, SAP/GTS strongly preferred.
- Must have a proven track record of managing trade compliance programs under U.S. trade regulations. Strong knowledge of U.S. Customs, BIS, EAR, OFAC, and the ITAR regulations.
- Ability to establish and maintain relationships at the global and country level and across all functions of the company, communicating vertically and horizontally throughout the organization. Ability to work remotely within a Country team in a complex and decentralized organization while supporting multiple business divisions.
- Candidates must already have a work authorization that would permit them to work for ABB in the U.S.
What's in it for you
We want you to bring your full self to work—your ideas, your energy, your ambition. You’ll have the tools and freedom to grow your skills, shape your path, and take on challenges that matter. Here, your work creates impact you can see and feel, every day.
ABB is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer for protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities at ABB.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their sex (gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation), marital status, citizenship, age, race and ethnicity, inclusive of traits historically associated with race or ethnicity, including but not limited to hair texture and protective hairstyles, color, religious creed, national origin, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, genetic information, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal and state law.
For more information regarding your (EEO) rights as an applicant, please visit the following websites: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf
As an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer for Protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities, applicants may request to review the plan of a particular ABB facility between the hours of 9:00 A.M. - 5:00 P.M. EST Monday through Friday by contacting an ABB HR Representative at 1-888-694-7762.
Protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access ABB's career site as a result of your disability. You may request reasonable accommodations by calling an ABB HR Representative at 1-888-694-7762 or by sending an email to US-AskHR@abb.com. Resumes and applications will not be accepted in this manner.
While base salary is determined by things such as the successful applicant’s qualifications and experience, this position is expected to pay between $119,000 and $190,400 annually and is eligible for a short-term incentive plan/annual bonus.
ABB Benefit Summary for eligible US employees
Go to MyBenefitsABB.com and click on “Candidate/Guest” to learn more
Health, Life & Disability
- Choice between two medical plan options: A PPO plan called the Copay Plan OR a High Deductible Health Plan (with a Health Savings Account) called the High Deductible Plan.
- Choice between two dental plan options: Core and Core Plus
- Vision benefit
- Company paid life insurance (2X base pay)
- Company paid AD&D (1X base pay)
- Voluntary life and AD&D – 100% employee paid up to maximums
- Short Term Disability – up to 26 weeks – Company paid
- Long Term Disability – 60% of pay – Company paid. Ability to “buy-up” to 66 2/3% of pay.
- Supplemental benefits – 100% employee paid (Accident insurance, hospital indemnity, critical illness, pet insurance)
- Parental Leave – up to 6 weeks
- Employee Assistance Program
- Health Advocate support resources for mental/behavioral health, general health navigation and virtual health, and infertility/adoption
- Employee discount program
Retirement
- 401k Savings Plan with Company Contributions
- Employee Stock Acquisition Plan (ESAP)
Time off
ABB provides 11 paid holidays. Vacation is provided based on years of service for hourly and non-exempt positions. Salaried exempt positions are provided vacation under a permissive time away policy.
Building a cleaner, smarter future takes all kinds of minds: the curious, the courageous, and the creative. That's why we welcome people from all backgrounds and experiences.
Ready to make an impact?
Apply today or visit https://www.abb.com to learn more about the impact of our solutions across the globe.
At ABB, we help industries run leaner and cleaner—and every person here makes that happen. You’ll be empowered to lead, supported to grow, and proud of the impact we create together. Join us and help run what runs the world.
This position reports to:
Country Trade Compliance Manager (CTCM)
Your role and responsibilities
The Senior Leader, U.S. Trade Compliance Program will be responsible for supporting the Country Trade Compliance Officer (CTCO) in the management, governance, and execution of the ABB's U.S. Trade Compliance Program. This role provides strategic oversight of trade compliance risks, policies, controls, and operational processes while partnering with business stakeholders to ensure compliance with applicable U.S. import, export, sanctions, and customs regulations. The position serves as a key leader within the U.S. trade compliance function, driving program excellence, continuous improvement, and regulatory compliance across the organization.
The work model for the role is: Remote
This role is contributing to the Country Trade Compliance group in the United States.
Main Accountabilities:
Trade Compliance Program Leadership
- Support the Country Trade Compliance Officer (CTCO) in developing, implementing, and executing the U.S. Trade Compliance Program strategy.
- Lead key program initiatives to ensure compliance with U.S. import, export, sanctions, and other trade regulations.
- Drive continuous improvement of the Country’s trade compliance processes.
- Serve as a senior advisor to Local Trade Compliance Officers (LTCOs) on trade compliance risks and regulatory requirements.
Regulatory Compliance & Risk Management
- Identify, assess, and mitigate trade compliance risks through proactive monitoring and controls.
- Support the CTCO with investigations of potential compliance concerns and support corrective and preventive action plans.
- Escalate significant compliance risks, violations, and regulatory developments to the CTCO.
- Support the CTCO with Risk Reviews and advise Local Trade Compliance Officers on the required due diligence to perform the trade compliance evaluations.
- Support the CTCO with managing the Annual Trade Review Program for the review of the transactional and process checks. Support Local Trade Compliance Officers with the development of mitigation actions and ensure that identified gaps are closed timely.
- Manage the tri-annual Global Trade Risk Assessment from the Group COE to identify key risks for all U.S. controlled items and to sensitive countries.
Governance & Internal Controls
- Monitor compliance performance through Annual Trade Reviews, Global Trade Risk Assessments, metrics, and key performance indicators.
- Coordinate with the Local Trade Compliance Officers on remediation efforts resulting from internal audits, regulatory reviews, or compliance assessments.
- Responsible for managing the Country Trade Recordkeeping Repositories.
Business Partnership & Operational Support
- Partner with the LTCOs and local business functions, such as logistics, procurement, engineering, sales, and legal teams to support the implementation of compliance requirements into business operations.
- Provide strategic guidance on complex import/export transactions, product classifications, licensing requirements, and jurisdiction determinations.
- Facilitate trade-compliant solutions that balance regulatory requirements with operational objectives.
Training & Awareness
- Lead development and deployment of U.S. trade compliance training and awareness initiatives.
- Ensure LTCOs understand their compliance responsibilities and regulatory obligations.
- Promote ongoing education regarding changes in trade regulations, enforcement trends, and company policy requirements.
Regulatory Engagement & External Interface
- Support the CTCO with interactions with U.S. government agencies, including Customs and Border Protection (CBP), Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS), Directorate of Defense Trade Controls (DDTC), and OFAC, as applicable.
- Assist the CTCO in managing disclosures, audits, inquiries, and examinations by regulatory authorities.
- Monitor regulatory developments and assess potential impacts to the company's operations.
Strategic Initiatives
- Support the CTCO with merger and acquisition activities, integration efforts, and due diligence reviews from a trade compliance perspective.
- Develop metrics and executive reporting to provide leadership visibility into compliance program effectiveness and risk exposure.
Qualifications for the role:
- Master’s degree in supply chain and/or trade management field (preferred) and 10+ years of experience in managing U.S. trade compliance programs; or Bachelor’s degree in supply chain and/or trade management field (preferred) and 12+ years of experience in U.S. trade compliance.
- Hold Customs Broker License (strongly preferred).
- Certified Import and/or Export Specialist (preferred but not required).
- Super-user for Microsoft’s Platform tools and systems. Working knowledge of ERP systems, SAP/GTS strongly preferred.
- Must have a proven track record of managing trade compliance programs under U.S. trade regulations. Strong knowledge of U.S. Customs, BIS, EAR, OFAC, and the ITAR regulations.
- Ability to establish and maintain relationships at the global and country level and across all functions of the company, communicating vertically and horizontally throughout the organization. Ability to work remotely within a Country team in a complex and decentralized organization while supporting multiple business divisions.
- Candidates must already have a work authorization that would permit them to work for ABB in the U.S.
What's in it for you
We want you to bring your full self to work—your ideas, your energy, your ambition. You’ll have the tools and freedom to grow your skills, shape your path, and take on challenges that matter. Here, your work creates impact you can see and feel, every day.
ABB is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer for protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities at ABB.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their sex (gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation), marital status, citizenship, age, race and ethnicity, inclusive of traits historically associated with race or ethnicity, including but not limited to hair texture and protective hairstyles, color, religious creed, national origin, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, genetic information, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal and state law.
For more information regarding your (EEO) rights as an applicant, please visit the following websites: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf
As an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer for Protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities, applicants may request to review the plan of a particular ABB facility between the hours of 9:00 A.M. - 5:00 P.M. EST Monday through Friday by contacting an ABB HR Representative at 1-888-694-7762.
Protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access ABB's career site as a result of your disability. You may request reasonable accommodations by calling an ABB HR Representative at 1-888-694-7762 or by sending an email to US-AskHR@abb.com. Resumes and applications will not be accepted in this manner.
While base salary is determined by things such as the successful applicant’s qualifications and experience, this position is expected to pay between $119,000 and $190,400 annually and is eligible for a short-term incentive plan/annual bonus.
ABB Benefit Summary for eligible US employees
Go to MyBenefitsABB.com and click on “Candidate/Guest” to learn more
Health, Life & Disability
- Choice between two medical plan options: A PPO plan called the Copay Plan OR a High Deductible Health Plan (with a Health Savings Account) called the High Deductible Plan.
- Choice between two dental plan options: Core and Core Plus
- Vision benefit
- Company paid life insurance (2X base pay)
- Company paid AD&D (1X base pay)
- Voluntary life and AD&D – 100% employee paid up to maximums
- Short Term Disability – up to 26 weeks – Company paid
- Long Term Disability – 60% of pay – Company paid. Ability to “buy-up” to 66 2/3% of pay.
- Supplemental benefits – 100% employee paid (Accident insurance, hospital indemnity, critical illness, pet insurance)
- Parental Leave – up to 6 weeks
- Employee Assistance Program
- Health Advocate support resources for mental/behavioral health, general health navigation and virtual health, and infertility/adoption
- Employee discount program
Retirement
- 401k Savings Plan with Company Contributions
- Employee Stock Acquisition Plan (ESAP)
Time off
ABB provides 11 paid holidays. Vacation is provided based on years of service for hourly and non-exempt positions. Salaried exempt positions are provided vacation under a permissive time away policy.
Building a cleaner, smarter future takes all kinds of minds: the curious, the courageous, and the creative. That's why we welcome people from all backgrounds and experiences.
Ready to make an impact?
Apply today or visit https://www.abb.com to learn more about the impact of our solutions across the globe.
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Frame your PMP or PMI credentials prominently
ABB's manufacturing divisions prioritize structured project delivery. Certifications like PMP signal that you can manage complex, multi-site industrial programs, which directly strengthens the specialty occupation case USCIS evaluates in your H-1B petition.
Target ABB's industrial automation and electrification divisions
Not all of ABB's business units hire at the same pace. Program Manager openings cluster in motion, electrification, and process automation. Filtering your search by these divisions puts you in front of the roles most likely to carry sponsorship budget.
Align your resume to ABB's stage-gate project language
ABB uses stage-gate and earned value management frameworks across its manufacturing programs. Mirroring that language in your application signals operational fit and gives hiring managers less friction when building the business case for sponsoring a candidate.
Browse open Program Manager roles using Migrate Mate
Migrate Mate filters job listings by visa sponsorship history, so you can surface ABB Program Manager openings where sponsorship is a realistic outcome rather than spending time on postings with no track record of supporting international hires.
Clarify your status before the offer stage
ABB's HR teams often ask about work authorization early. Be specific: state whether you need H-1B cap sponsorship, a transfer, or an O-1 visa. Ambiguity at this stage slows the offer process and can push your start date past the October 1 cap-subject window.
Understand the DOL prevailing wage step before negotiating
Your H-1B petition requires ABB to certify a Labor Condition Application with the DOL at or above the prevailing wage for your location and role level. Reviewing DOL wage data for Program Managers in your target city helps you negotiate from an informed baseline.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does ABB sponsor H-1B visas for Program Managers?
Yes, ABB sponsors H-1B visas for Program Manager roles. The company files cap-subject petitions through the annual USCIS lottery as well as cap-exempt transfers for candidates already holding H-1B status with another employer. Program Manager positions typically qualify as specialty occupations given their degree requirements in engineering, operations, or a related technical field.
How do I apply for Program Manager jobs at ABB?
Applications go through ABB's careers portal at new.abb.com/careers. Filter by job family and location to find Program Manager openings across ABB's manufacturing divisions. You can also use Migrate Mate to browse ABB Program Manager listings filtered by sponsorship history, which helps you focus on postings where international candidates have been hired before.
Which visa types does ABB typically use for Program Manager hires?
ABB most commonly sponsors H-1B visas for Program Managers at the initial hire stage. For longer-term pathways, the company uses employment-based Green Card sponsorship through the PERM labor certification process, typically under EB-2 or EB-3 classifications depending on the role's degree and experience requirements. Your eligibility for each pathway depends on your educational background and the specific position level.
What qualifications does ABB expect for a sponsored Program Manager role?
ABB generally requires a bachelor's degree in engineering, business, or a related technical discipline for Program Manager positions. Professional certifications such as PMP strengthen your profile considerably in a manufacturing context. Experience managing cross-functional industrial or automation projects is weighted heavily, and ABB often expects familiarity with stage-gate processes, earned value management, or lean manufacturing methodologies.
How do I plan my timeline around H-1B sponsorship at ABB?
The H-1B cap lottery opens in March each year, with approved petitions taking effect October 1. If ABB extends you an offer and you need cap-subject sponsorship, you'll need to be in place before the March registration window. USCIS also offers premium processing for faster adjudication, which ABB may elect to use depending on the urgency of your start date.