H-2A Visa Development Manager Jobs
Development Manager jobs with H-2A visa sponsorship place you in charge of planning and overseeing agricultural development operations on U.S. farms during seasonal cycles. Employers must provide free housing and transportation, pay the Adverse Effect Wage Rate, and file with DOL before hiring. No annual cap applies.
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The PDC Development Technician is responsible for capturing, processing, and organizing high-detail images and data related to PDC cutters and production drill bits. This position supports the development of detailed reports used internally and externally to help guide decisions regarding current and future products.
Detailed Description
The PDC Development Technician follows structured workflows to ensure images, physical samples, documentation, and data are captured and processed accurately and consistently. A high level of attention to detail is essential, as the information generated in this role supports product development and performance analysis.
Responsibilities Include
- Capture structured, high-detail, and consistent images of PDC cutters on drill bits using DSLR cameras and semi-automated photography systems.
- Compile and organize images for transfer into data-processing systems.
- Prepare run-recap reports for internal and external use.
- Strictly follow established work instructions and processes.
- Maintain exceptional documentation, accuracy, and consistency.
- Communicate effectively and collaborate with a diverse group of departments.
- Identify trends within collected data and effectively communicate findings to the team.
- When properly trained, provide occasional backup support grading cutters according to established work instructions.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
Job Requirements – Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
- Exceptional attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
- Ability to follow strict workflows and established work instructions consistently.
- Ability to accurately manage documentation, images, and data transfers.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work effectively in a team environment and collaborate across departments.
- Ability to maintain consistency while performing repetitive, detail-oriented tasks.
- Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
- Ability to identify trends and communicate relevant findings to the team.
Minimum Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED equivalent.
- Demonstrated ability to perform highly detailed and organized work.
- Ability to work Monday through Friday with rotating weekend coverage.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience operating a DSLR camera or demonstrated photography skills.
- Experience with Microsoft PowerPoint and Excel.
- Previous experience working in a manufacturing environment.
- Experience compiling reports, documenting findings, or performing data-related work.
Additional Details
This position is based in Fort Worth, Texas, and requires a Monday-through-Friday schedule with rotating weekends. The role involves working with photography equipment, drill bits, PDC cutters, computer systems, and detailed documentation within a manufacturing-related environment.
About us
Our People, Our Service, and Our Technology
Ulterra is the #1 PDC drill bit partner in North America. Operating worldwide, we deliver superior drilling technology to companies producing the energy that powers our lives. We constantly push the boundaries of known technology to come up with new ways to improve drilling performance with higher rates of penetration (ROP) and unique designs for challenging conditions, while providing outstanding support from dedicated people.
Patterson-UTI is committed to a workplace free from discrimination and harassment, offering equal employment opportunities to all individuals regardless of personal characteristics protected by law. Employees are encouraged to report any concerns through multiple channels.
Job Description
The PDC Development Technician is responsible for capturing, processing, and organizing high-detail images and data related to PDC cutters and production drill bits. This position supports the development of detailed reports used internally and externally to help guide decisions regarding current and future products.
Detailed Description
The PDC Development Technician follows structured workflows to ensure images, physical samples, documentation, and data are captured and processed accurately and consistently. A high level of attention to detail is essential, as the information generated in this role supports product development and performance analysis.
Responsibilities Include
- Capture structured, high-detail, and consistent images of PDC cutters on drill bits using DSLR cameras and semi-automated photography systems.
- Compile and organize images for transfer into data-processing systems.
- Prepare run-recap reports for internal and external use.
- Strictly follow established work instructions and processes.
- Maintain exceptional documentation, accuracy, and consistency.
- Communicate effectively and collaborate with a diverse group of departments.
- Identify trends within collected data and effectively communicate findings to the team.
- When properly trained, provide occasional backup support grading cutters according to established work instructions.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
Job Requirements – Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
- Exceptional attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
- Ability to follow strict workflows and established work instructions consistently.
- Ability to accurately manage documentation, images, and data transfers.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work effectively in a team environment and collaborate across departments.
- Ability to maintain consistency while performing repetitive, detail-oriented tasks.
- Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
- Ability to identify trends and communicate relevant findings to the team.
Minimum Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED equivalent.
- Demonstrated ability to perform highly detailed and organized work.
- Ability to work Monday through Friday with rotating weekend coverage.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience operating a DSLR camera or demonstrated photography skills.
- Experience with Microsoft PowerPoint and Excel.
- Previous experience working in a manufacturing environment.
- Experience compiling reports, documenting findings, or performing data-related work.
Additional Details
This position is based in Fort Worth, Texas, and requires a Monday-through-Friday schedule with rotating weekends. The role involves working with photography equipment, drill bits, PDC cutters, computer systems, and detailed documentation within a manufacturing-related environment.
About us
Our People, Our Service, and Our Technology
Ulterra is the #1 PDC drill bit partner in North America. Operating worldwide, we deliver superior drilling technology to companies producing the energy that powers our lives. We constantly push the boundaries of known technology to come up with new ways to improve drilling performance with higher rates of penetration (ROP) and unique designs for challenging conditions, while providing outstanding support from dedicated people.
Patterson-UTI is committed to a workplace free from discrimination and harassment, offering equal employment opportunities to all individuals regardless of personal characteristics protected by law. Employees are encouraged to report any concerns through multiple channels.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Visa Sponsorship as a Development Manager
Verify your credentials match specialty occupation standards
Pull your O*NET profile for Development Manager and confirm your degree and field experience align with the agricultural operations management tasks listed. Gaps between your credentials and the job description are the most common reason DOL flags H-2A visa petitions during review.
Target employers who have filed H-2A petitions before
Search the OFLC Wage Search database for farms and agribusinesses that have certified H-2A positions in development or operations management roles. Repeat filers already understand the process and are far less likely to withdraw an offer when timelines extend.
Search Migrate Mate for verified H-2A sponsoring employers
Migrate Mate filters Development Manager listings by employers with confirmed H-2A filing history, saving you from applying to operations that have never sponsored seasonal agricultural workers. Use it to identify active openings before the DOL job-order window closes.
Confirm the seasonal period covers your full contract
H-2A status is tied to a specific start and end date on the employer's DOL certification. Before signing any offer, verify the certified work period covers the full duration of your role so your visa validity doesn't lapse mid-season.
Ask employers to document housing and transport obligations in writing
DOL requires H-2A employers to provide free housing and inbound transportation, but the specific arrangements vary by operation. Get the housing location, type, and transit plan confirmed before your consular interview so you aren't negotiating logistics after your visa is stamped.
Understand the AEWR applies from your first day on site
The Adverse Effect Wage Rate is set annually by DOL and applies to all H-2A workers regardless of the prevailing wage for the role. Cross-reference the AEWR for your work state against the offer letter to confirm the employer's stated wage meets the current federal minimum before you accept.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find Development Manager jobs that offer H-2A visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is the most direct way to search for Development Manager positions with confirmed H-2A sponsorship history. Standard job boards don't filter by visa filing history, so you can't tell which employers have actually certified H-2A positions before. Migrate Mate surfaces employers who have filed with DOL for agricultural management roles, so you're applying to operations that already understand the sponsorship process.
What are the employer's legal obligations under H-2A for this role?
H-2A employers must provide free housing that meets federal and state health standards, pay inbound and outbound transportation costs, and guarantee wages at either the Adverse Effect Wage Rate or the prevailing wage for the role, whichever is higher. These obligations are enforceable through DOL and apply from your first day. Employers must also file a certified job order before the H-2A petition reaches USCIS.
Does a Development Manager role qualify as a seasonal position under H-2A?
H-2A is limited to temporary or seasonal agricultural work, so the employer must demonstrate the Development Manager position is tied to a defined agricultural cycle rather than a permanent operational need. Roles focused on overseeing planting, harvest planning, or crop development programs during a specific season typically qualify. Year-round management positions without a clear seasonal peak do not.
Can I extend my H-2A status if the agricultural project runs longer than expected?
H-2A status can be extended, but the employer must file an amended petition with USCIS before your current authorized period expires and must demonstrate the extension falls within the same temporary or seasonal need. Extensions are granted in increments and cannot exceed three years total. DOL must also certify any changes to the original job order terms before USCIS will approve the extension.