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Commercial Specialist roles in international trade, government contracting, and business development qualify as E-3 specialty occupations when tied to a relevant degree. Australian professionals in this field can secure E-3 visa sponsorship without entering a lottery, with employers filing an LCA through DOL before your consulate appointment.
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The Senior Bid/Commercial Manager – will be responsible for leading Pre sales and tendering process and providing high quality High Voltage Substation and Electrical transmission proposals to our Customers in Canada and the United States. In this role, you will be responsible for the overall proposal generation, development and associated risk review process, per Grid Solutions Deal Risk Management process, with accountability for submitting proposals on time and per customer requirement and meeting quality, process compliance and business objectives.
Job Description
Roles Responsibilities:
- Be responsible for the development of complete proposals of High Voltage Substations and Transmission systems (765KV, 345KV, 138KV... + MV/LV), working in close cooperation with the Commercial Ops, sales, the execution team, sourcing, legal and other functions
- Interface with internal and external customers, identify customer needs.
- Ensure proper engagement with customer throughout the tendering phase, respond to customers clarifications timely.
- Engage with other functions during tendering phase to develop scope, project plans, schedule and risk management.
- Ensure the commercial and technical aspects of the proposal are complete and compliant with the Customer requirements, and present the most competitive solutions
- Work closely with the Region Sales teams as a key partner in the strategy development to create winning proposals and meeting or exceeding the region’s orders plan
- Support Market Level Pricing Indicators, target pricing and Pricing Strategy
- Support the AC Substation Product Line strategy in meeting segment orders operating plan, Sales, margin and hit rate
- Complete risk assessment, submission, deal clarification/negotiation & hand-over to the execution team.
- Be responsible for the execution of the Commercial Risk Review Process including deal reviews and approvals, in compliance with Grid Solutions tendering process
- Work closely with Commercial Operations, Legal and Lead contract Terms & Conditions negotiations, ensure process adherence to all Government contracting requirements
- Opportunities pipeline governance, ensure opportunities forecasts is accurately reflected in sales force system.
- Support the proposal process improvement and proposal quality metrics
- Drive the OTR turnover process to ensure proper control of contract flow-down requirements
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in an Engineering (electrical or mechanical) discipline from an accredited university or college
- Minimum of 7 years experience in commercial and project management or similar role
- Minimum of 7 years experience with AC substations, Electrical Transmission and Distribution systems applied to Data Centers, Oil & Gas, renewables, industrial and utilities segments
- Minimum of 5 years of leadership experience
Desired Characteristics
- Ability to influence and lead cross functional teams
- Strong oral and written communication and presentation skills
- Self-sufficiency and strong at proactive problem solving
- Entrepreneurial change agent, driven by customer needs
- Strong interpersonal and leadership skills
Additional Information
GE Vernova offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Vernova is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. GE Vernova will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable).
Relocation Assistance Provided: No
Application Deadline: May 24, 2026
For candidates applying to a U.S. based position, the pay range for this position is between $119,500.00 and $199,100.00. The Company pays a geographic differential of 110%, 120% or 130% of salary in certain areas. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate’s experience, education, and skill set. Bonus eligibility: sales incentive. This posting is expected to remain open for at least seven days after it was posted on March 05, 2026.
Available benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to Health Coach from GE Vernova, a 24/7 nurse-based resource; and access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services. Retirement benefits include the GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan, a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions, as well as access to Fidelity resources and financial planning consultants. Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability benefits, life insurance, 12 paid holidays, and permissive time off. GE Vernova Inc. or its affiliates (collectively or individually, “GE Vernova”) sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs GE Vernova reserves the right to terminate, amend, suspend, replace, or modify its benefit plans and programs at any time and for any reason, in its sole discretion. No individual has a vested right to any benefit under a GE Vernova welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.
Job Description Summary
The Senior Bid/Commercial Manager – will be responsible for leading Pre sales and tendering process and providing high quality High Voltage Substation and Electrical transmission proposals to our Customers in Canada and the United States. In this role, you will be responsible for the overall proposal generation, development and associated risk review process, per Grid Solutions Deal Risk Management process, with accountability for submitting proposals on time and per customer requirement and meeting quality, process compliance and business objectives.
Job Description
Roles Responsibilities:
- Be responsible for the development of complete proposals of High Voltage Substations and Transmission systems (765KV, 345KV, 138KV... + MV/LV), working in close cooperation with the Commercial Ops, sales, the execution team, sourcing, legal and other functions
- Interface with internal and external customers, identify customer needs.
- Ensure proper engagement with customer throughout the tendering phase, respond to customers clarifications timely.
- Engage with other functions during tendering phase to develop scope, project plans, schedule and risk management.
- Ensure the commercial and technical aspects of the proposal are complete and compliant with the Customer requirements, and present the most competitive solutions
- Work closely with the Region Sales teams as a key partner in the strategy development to create winning proposals and meeting or exceeding the region’s orders plan
- Support Market Level Pricing Indicators, target pricing and Pricing Strategy
- Support the AC Substation Product Line strategy in meeting segment orders operating plan, Sales, margin and hit rate
- Complete risk assessment, submission, deal clarification/negotiation & hand-over to the execution team.
- Be responsible for the execution of the Commercial Risk Review Process including deal reviews and approvals, in compliance with Grid Solutions tendering process
- Work closely with Commercial Operations, Legal and Lead contract Terms & Conditions negotiations, ensure process adherence to all Government contracting requirements
- Opportunities pipeline governance, ensure opportunities forecasts is accurately reflected in sales force system.
- Support the proposal process improvement and proposal quality metrics
- Drive the OTR turnover process to ensure proper control of contract flow-down requirements
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in an Engineering (electrical or mechanical) discipline from an accredited university or college
- Minimum of 7 years experience in commercial and project management or similar role
- Minimum of 7 years experience with AC substations, Electrical Transmission and Distribution systems applied to Data Centers, Oil & Gas, renewables, industrial and utilities segments
- Minimum of 5 years of leadership experience
Desired Characteristics
- Ability to influence and lead cross functional teams
- Strong oral and written communication and presentation skills
- Self-sufficiency and strong at proactive problem solving
- Entrepreneurial change agent, driven by customer needs
- Strong interpersonal and leadership skills
Additional Information
GE Vernova offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Vernova is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. GE Vernova will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable).
Relocation Assistance Provided: No
Application Deadline: May 24, 2026
For candidates applying to a U.S. based position, the pay range for this position is between $119,500.00 and $199,100.00. The Company pays a geographic differential of 110%, 120% or 130% of salary in certain areas. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate’s experience, education, and skill set. Bonus eligibility: sales incentive. This posting is expected to remain open for at least seven days after it was posted on March 05, 2026.
Available benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to Health Coach from GE Vernova, a 24/7 nurse-based resource; and access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services. Retirement benefits include the GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan, a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions, as well as access to Fidelity resources and financial planning consultants. Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability benefits, life insurance, 12 paid holidays, and permissive time off. GE Vernova Inc. or its affiliates (collectively or individually, “GE Vernova”) sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs GE Vernova reserves the right to terminate, amend, suspend, replace, or modify its benefit plans and programs at any time and for any reason, in its sole discretion. No individual has a vested right to any benefit under a GE Vernova welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding E-3 Visa Sponsorship as a Commercial Specialist
Align your degree to the role
Commercial Specialist positions require a direct link between your qualification and the job duties. A business, economics, or international trade degree supports the specialty occupation requirement. A general arts degree paired with commercial experience alone may not satisfy USCIS criteria.
Target employers with active trade portfolios
Government agencies, export-focused corporations, and defence contractors regularly hire Commercial Specialists and are structured to file LCAs. Search for roles in organisations that already maintain international compliance teams, as they understand E-3 sponsorship obligations from the outset.
Use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service for the LCA step
The LCA must be certified by DOL before your visa appointment. Use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service to handle your LCA and visa paperwork so your employer doesn't need to engage an immigration lawyer or navigate the FLAG portal independently.
Prepare a U.S.-style resume with quantified outcomes
Australian CVs typically run longer and list responsibilities rather than results. U.S. Commercial Specialist hiring panels prioritise measurable achievements. Reformat to one or two pages and lead each role with revenue generated, contracts won, or market expansion results.
Understand E-3 portability when changing roles
If your role title or duties change significantly after your E-3 is approved, your employer must file a new LCA. Switching from a commercial analyst function to a management function mid-visa period restarts the DOL certification process, so confirm scope with your employer upfront.
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How do I find Commercial Specialist jobs with E-3 visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate lists Commercial Specialist roles from employers familiar with E-3 sponsorship, filtering out positions where sponsorship isn't available. Because the E-3 requires employer-filed LCA certification through DOL rather than a lottery, many employers who would decline H-1B sponsorship will consider E-3 candidates. Searching specifically for E-3-aware employers saves significant time in your job hunt.
How much does it cost to get an E-3 visa?
Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service covers the entire process for $499, including the Labor Condition Application, visa document preparation, and consulate appointment guidance. Traditional immigration lawyers charge $2,000–$5,000+ for the same work. The E-3 has less paperwork than most work visas, so paying thousands for legal help is usually unnecessary.
Does a Commercial Specialist role qualify as an E-3 specialty occupation?
Yes, provided the position requires a bachelor's degree or higher in a directly related field such as business, economics, international trade, or finance, and the duties are specialised rather than general commercial support. Roles focused on trade compliance, government contracting, or market analysis with degree-specific requirements satisfy USCIS specialty occupation criteria. Generalist sales coordinator roles without a degree requirement are less likely to qualify.
How does the E-3 compare to H-1B for Commercial Specialist positions?
The E-3 has no annual cap and no lottery, so you can apply at any point in the year once you have an offer. H-1B registration closes in March and selection is random, meaning a qualified candidate can wait a full year or longer before starting. For employers filling a Commercial Specialist role on a fixed project timeline, the E-3 is a far more reliable path to getting you on the ground quickly.
What happens to my E-3 status if my Commercial Specialist role is restructured?
If your employer reorganises and your core duties shift materially, or your job title changes to reflect a different occupational category, the original LCA may no longer accurately describe your role. DOL requires the LCA to match actual employment conditions, so a new LCA must be filed and certified before the change takes effect. Talk to your employer's HR team before accepting any role restructure to avoid a status gap.
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