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Account Manager roles are among the more OPT-friendly positions in business development, since many mid-size and large companies sponsor H-1B visas for client-facing professionals. Your 12-month OPT window (or 24-month STEM extension if your degree qualifies) gives you real time to land a role and build toward long-term sponsorship.
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Solenis is a leading global provider of water and hygiene solutions. The company’s product portfolio includes a broad array of water treatment chemistries, process aids, functional additives, cleaners, disinfectants, and state-of-the-art monitoring, control and delivery systems. These technologies are used by customers to improve operational efficiencies, enhance product quality, protect plant assets, minimize environmental impact, and create cleaner and safer environments. Headquartered in Wilmington, Delaware, the company has 78 manufacturing facilities strategically located around the globe and employs a team of over ~23000 professionals in >160 countries across six continents. Solenis is a 2025 Best Managed Company Gold Standard honoree.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
We are looking to add a Key Account Manager to support our Maine team!
- Lead the local site team with the design and implementation of treatment programs
- Routine service visits and testing as required to ensure safe and effective treatment programs, generate reports after each service visit and distribute as required
- Assists with technical issues at customer sites, brings any issues to the customers attention and puts together a plan for corrective action, ensures the sales account manager is kept informed
- Look for growth opportunities at existing customers and assist with growth opportunities at prospect accounts as required
- Ensures customer personnel receive the required training to monitor and apply treatment chemistry used at their facility
- Analyze data and ensure program performance using KPIs
- Report safety metrics to customer
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's Degree; or 2+ years relevant industrial experience
- Must have a valid Driver’s License and acceptable Motor Vehicle Record
- 2 years+ of experience in a Pulp & Paper/Water facility
- Within a commutable distance to the Maine area
PERKS!
- Competitive health + wellness benefit plan
- Continuous professional development with many opportunities for growth!
- Recharge with 15 days of paid time off
- Competitive Salary and bonuses
- 401k Plan
- Company car for travel convenience
Come work with us at Solenis, where you can build a career that makes a difference.
We understand that candidates will not meet every single desired qualification. If your experience looks a little different from what we’ve identified and you think you can bring value to the role, we’d love to learn more about you.
At Solenis, we understand that our greatest asset is our people. That is why we offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits which include medical, dental, vision & 401K, and numerous opportunities for professional growth and development. So, if you are interested in working for a world-class company and enjoy solving complex challenges, whether in the lab or the field, consider joining our team.
Solenis is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer, including Minorities / Women/ Veterans / Disabled. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
Should you require assistance in applying to this opportunity, please reach out to Solenis Talent Acquisition at talentacquisition@solenis.com
COMPENSATION
The expected compensation range for this position is between $73,410.00 and $107,657.00 plus discretionary bonuses. The exact compensation may vary based on your skills, experience and other factors permitted by law.
INTRODUCTION
Solenis is a leading global provider of water and hygiene solutions. The company’s product portfolio includes a broad array of water treatment chemistries, process aids, functional additives, cleaners, disinfectants, and state-of-the-art monitoring, control and delivery systems. These technologies are used by customers to improve operational efficiencies, enhance product quality, protect plant assets, minimize environmental impact, and create cleaner and safer environments. Headquartered in Wilmington, Delaware, the company has 78 manufacturing facilities strategically located around the globe and employs a team of over ~23000 professionals in >160 countries across six continents. Solenis is a 2025 Best Managed Company Gold Standard honoree.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
We are looking to add a Key Account Manager to support our Maine team!
- Lead the local site team with the design and implementation of treatment programs
- Routine service visits and testing as required to ensure safe and effective treatment programs, generate reports after each service visit and distribute as required
- Assists with technical issues at customer sites, brings any issues to the customers attention and puts together a plan for corrective action, ensures the sales account manager is kept informed
- Look for growth opportunities at existing customers and assist with growth opportunities at prospect accounts as required
- Ensures customer personnel receive the required training to monitor and apply treatment chemistry used at their facility
- Analyze data and ensure program performance using KPIs
- Report safety metrics to customer
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's Degree; or 2+ years relevant industrial experience
- Must have a valid Driver’s License and acceptable Motor Vehicle Record
- 2 years+ of experience in a Pulp & Paper/Water facility
- Within a commutable distance to the Maine area
PERKS!
- Competitive health + wellness benefit plan
- Continuous professional development with many opportunities for growth!
- Recharge with 15 days of paid time off
- Competitive Salary and bonuses
- 401k Plan
- Company car for travel convenience
Come work with us at Solenis, where you can build a career that makes a difference.
We understand that candidates will not meet every single desired qualification. If your experience looks a little different from what we’ve identified and you think you can bring value to the role, we’d love to learn more about you.
At Solenis, we understand that our greatest asset is our people. That is why we offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits which include medical, dental, vision & 401K, and numerous opportunities for professional growth and development. So, if you are interested in working for a world-class company and enjoy solving complex challenges, whether in the lab or the field, consider joining our team.
Solenis is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer, including Minorities / Women/ Veterans / Disabled. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
Should you require assistance in applying to this opportunity, please reach out to Solenis Talent Acquisition at talentacquisition@solenis.com
COMPENSATION
The expected compensation range for this position is between $73,410.00 and $107,657.00 plus discretionary bonuses. The exact compensation may vary based on your skills, experience and other factors permitted by law.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship as an Account Manager
Target companies with a history of H-1B sponsorship
Account Manager roles at mid-size SaaS, consulting, and enterprise technology companies are among the most common H-1B sponsorship paths. Prioritize employers with 500 or more employees, who have the infrastructure and legal budgets to sponsor.
Lead with your degree field, not just your title
Account Manager roles qualify for H-1B sponsorship when tied to a specific field like marketing, business administration, or communications. Make sure your resume connects your degree directly to the responsibilities of the role.
Raise sponsorship after demonstrating value, not in the first interview
Bring up OPT status and future sponsorship needs once an employer has shown genuine interest. Introducing it too early can stall conversations before the hiring team has had a chance to evaluate your fit.
Understand your OPT end date before you apply
Know exactly when your OPT expires and whether your degree qualifies for the 24-month STEM extension. Employers will ask. Arriving with clear dates and a confident explanation signals professionalism and reduces their perceived risk.
Focus on industries with strong client retention needs
SaaS, healthcare technology, logistics, and financial services companies rely heavily on Account Managers to retain revenue. High client retention pressure creates sustained demand for this role, which increases your chances of a long-term sponsored position.
Use your OPT period to build a measurable track record
Retention rates, upsell revenue, and net revenue retention are the metrics Account Managers are judged on. Documenting those numbers during your OPT period gives you concrete evidence to present when requesting H-1B sponsorship.
Account Manager OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Can I work as an Account Manager on F-1 OPT?
Yes. Account Manager is a qualifying role for F-1 OPT as long as it is directly related to your field of study. Most business, marketing, communications, and management degrees satisfy this requirement. You are authorized to work full time for any employer who hires you, without needing additional approval from USCIS.
Do Account Manager roles commonly lead to H-1B sponsorship?
Yes, particularly at technology, SaaS, and enterprise services companies. Account Manager is generally accepted as a specialty occupation when tied to a relevant degree, which makes it a viable path for H-1B sponsorship. Larger companies with established immigration programs are your most reliable targets. Migrate Mate lists Account Manager roles specifically filtered for OPT and sponsorship eligibility.
Does my degree need to match the Account Manager role exactly?
Not exactly, but the connection needs to be defensible. A degree in business administration, marketing, finance, or communications aligns well. If your degree is in a field like engineering or computer science, you can still qualify if the role involves technical products and your coursework supports it. USCIS looks at whether the degree is a normal requirement for the position.
Can I work as an Account Manager on STEM OPT extension?
Yes, if your undergraduate or graduate degree is in a STEM-designated field and your employer is enrolled in E-Verify. The role itself does not need to be technical, but your employer must sign a formal training plan on Form I-983. Some business and management degrees qualify under newer STEM CIP code expansions, so check your degree's classification with your DSO.
What should I know about the 60-day grace period if my Account Manager job ends?
If your employment ends before your OPT authorization expires, you have a 60-day grace period to find a new position, transfer to a different visa status, or prepare to depart. You cannot work during this period. If you find a new Account Manager role, your new employer's start date must fall within the grace period for your OPT to remain valid.