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Business Development roles on OPT are widely available across tech, SaaS, consulting, and financial services, where employers regularly sponsor F-1 students. Your 12-month OPT window, extendable to 36 months with a STEM OPT extension if your degree qualifies, gives you real runway to build a pipeline career in the U.S.
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Department: Business Development
Industry Focus: Robotics / Motion & Drive Solutions
Vacancy Type: Existing Position
Travel: Frequent international travel
As our next Business Development Manager, you will play a pivotal role in expanding Johnson Electric’s global customer base and driving product strategy within the Robotics industry. You will lead commercial strategy, influence product roadmaps, and collaborate closely with Engineering and Project teams to successfully deliver awarded programs while ensuring profitable growth.
Why You’ll Love Working Here
- Innovative Environment: Work on cutting-edge technologies and innovative projects that push the boundaries of what’s possible.
- Professional Growth: Opportunities for continuous learning and professional development through training programs and workshops.
- Collaborative Culture: A supportive and collaborative work environment where teamwork and knowledge sharing are encouraged.
- Competitive Compensation: Attractive salary packages and comprehensive benefits that reward your hard work and dedication.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Developing and driving commercial business strategies for assigned market segments
- Leading pricing, incentive, service, and contract negotiations to secure profitable business
- Managing P&L performance of assigned global customer accounts
- Consolidating customer and market requirements to define product roadmaps and new business pipelines
- Collaborating with Product Engineering and Project teams to execute roadmaps and deliver awarded programs
- Monitoring market trends and initiating new product strategies aligned with customer demand
- Presenting product roadmaps and growth strategies at Annual Strategic Planning Reviews
- Building and maintaining strong, long-term relationships with global customers
- Establishing and monitoring global pricing strategies and recommending adjustments as required
- Managing pricing risks related to raw material cost changes, exchange rates, and volume shifts
- Coordinating tooling and fixture schedules with internal tool rooms and external vendors
- Supporting margin optimization through commercial concessions and total-package business solutions
What We’re Looking For
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related discipline
- Proven experience in the Robotics or Cobot industry, with strong exposure to:
- Motion and drive solutions
- Product design and development
- Market and competitive analysis
- Strong global customer management experience preferred
- Engineering knowledge in micro-motors, sensors, actuators, or application engineering
- Solid business acumen with strong commercial judgment
- Excellent negotiation, communication, and presentation skills
- Experience working in international, cross-cultural environments
- Fluency in English required; Mandarin Chinese preferred (but not mandatory)
Key Competencies
- Strategic thinking and market foresight
- Commercial negotiation and margin management
- Customer relationship management at senior levels
- Cross-functional leadership and collaboration
- Results-driven mindset with strong accountability
How to Apply
Apply online at www.johnsonelectric.com — We can’t wait to meet you!
Come join our global, inclusive & diverse team
Our purpose is to improve the quality of life of everyone we touch through our innovative motion systems. We are a truly global team bound together by our shared values. Our culture is built on the diversity, knowledge, skills, creativity, and talents that each employee brings to the company. Our people are our company’s most valuable asset. We are committed to providing an inclusive, diverse and equitable workplace where employees of different backgrounds feel valued and respected, regardless of their age, gender, race, ethnicity or religious background. We are committed to inspiring our employees to grow, act with ownership and find fulfilment and meaning in the work they do.
Join Our Team as a Business Development Manager at Johnson Electric!
Department: Business Development
Industry Focus: Robotics / Motion & Drive Solutions
Vacancy Type: Existing Position
Travel: Frequent international travel
As our next Business Development Manager, you will play a pivotal role in expanding Johnson Electric’s global customer base and driving product strategy within the Robotics industry. You will lead commercial strategy, influence product roadmaps, and collaborate closely with Engineering and Project teams to successfully deliver awarded programs while ensuring profitable growth.
Why You’ll Love Working Here
- Innovative Environment: Work on cutting-edge technologies and innovative projects that push the boundaries of what’s possible.
- Professional Growth: Opportunities for continuous learning and professional development through training programs and workshops.
- Collaborative Culture: A supportive and collaborative work environment where teamwork and knowledge sharing are encouraged.
- Competitive Compensation: Attractive salary packages and comprehensive benefits that reward your hard work and dedication.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Developing and driving commercial business strategies for assigned market segments
- Leading pricing, incentive, service, and contract negotiations to secure profitable business
- Managing P&L performance of assigned global customer accounts
- Consolidating customer and market requirements to define product roadmaps and new business pipelines
- Collaborating with Product Engineering and Project teams to execute roadmaps and deliver awarded programs
- Monitoring market trends and initiating new product strategies aligned with customer demand
- Presenting product roadmaps and growth strategies at Annual Strategic Planning Reviews
- Building and maintaining strong, long-term relationships with global customers
- Establishing and monitoring global pricing strategies and recommending adjustments as required
- Managing pricing risks related to raw material cost changes, exchange rates, and volume shifts
- Coordinating tooling and fixture schedules with internal tool rooms and external vendors
- Supporting margin optimization through commercial concessions and total-package business solutions
What We’re Looking For
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related discipline
- Proven experience in the Robotics or Cobot industry, with strong exposure to:
- Motion and drive solutions
- Product design and development
- Market and competitive analysis
- Strong global customer management experience preferred
- Engineering knowledge in micro-motors, sensors, actuators, or application engineering
- Solid business acumen with strong commercial judgment
- Excellent negotiation, communication, and presentation skills
- Experience working in international, cross-cultural environments
- Fluency in English required; Mandarin Chinese preferred (but not mandatory)
Key Competencies
- Strategic thinking and market foresight
- Commercial negotiation and margin management
- Customer relationship management at senior levels
- Cross-functional leadership and collaboration
- Results-driven mindset with strong accountability
How to Apply
Apply online at www.johnsonelectric.com — We can’t wait to meet you!
Come join our global, inclusive & diverse team
Our purpose is to improve the quality of life of everyone we touch through our innovative motion systems. We are a truly global team bound together by our shared values. Our culture is built on the diversity, knowledge, skills, creativity, and talents that each employee brings to the company. Our people are our company’s most valuable asset. We are committed to providing an inclusive, diverse and equitable workplace where employees of different backgrounds feel valued and respected, regardless of their age, gender, race, ethnicity or religious background. We are committed to inspiring our employees to grow, act with ownership and find fulfilment and meaning in the work they do.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship in Business Development
Lead with your STEM OPT eligibility
If your degree is in a STEM-designated field like computer science, data analytics, or engineering, mention your 24-month STEM extension eligibility upfront. Employers see three years of work authorization instead of one, which significantly reduces their sponsorship urgency.
Target companies already filing H-1B petitions
Companies with a history of H-1B visa sponsorship are far more likely to sponsor you after OPT. Check OFLC disclosure data to identify employers who have filed for Business Development or Sales roles in the past two fiscal years.
Frame your international background as a revenue asset
Business Development employers value candidates who can open doors in new markets. Your fluency in a second language, cross-cultural communication skills, and international networks are concrete advantages, especially for companies expanding into Asia, Europe, or the Middle East.
Apply to mid-market and growth-stage companies
Early-stage and Series B through D companies often lack dedicated Business Development teams and are actively building. They tend to move faster on hiring decisions and are more flexible on visa status than large enterprises with rigid HR processes.
Be transparent about your OPT timeline early
Disclose your work authorization status before the offer stage, not after. Mentioning your OPT end date and H-1B sponsorship need during the second or third interview signals professionalism and gives employers time to plan their sponsorship process.
Build a pipeline of warm employer contacts
Business Development is a relationship-driven field, and so is your job search. Attending industry events, joining sales and BD communities, and reaching out to hiring managers directly will produce stronger leads than cold applications alone.
Business Development OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Do Business Development roles commonly sponsor F-1 OPT students?
Yes, but sponsorship rates vary by industry. Tech, SaaS, and consulting companies sponsor at higher rates than traditional industries like retail or manufacturing. Companies that already file H-1B petitions for engineers are often willing to sponsor Business Development hires too. Browse OPT-friendly BD roles on Migrate Mate to find employers with a verified sponsorship track record.
Does my degree field affect my eligibility for a STEM OPT extension in a Business Development role?
Yes. The STEM OPT extension is tied to your degree, not your job title. If your bachelor's or master's degree is in a STEM-designated field such as computer science, management information systems, or applied mathematics, you can apply for the 24-month extension even if your BD role is not technically scientific. Your job must still be directly related to your degree field to satisfy STEM OPT requirements.
Can I work as an independent contractor or in a commission-only Business Development role on OPT?
This is a gray area. OPT requires that your employment be directly related to your degree field, but USCIS has not explicitly prohibited self-employment or commission-based arrangements. However, pure commission-only roles with no guaranteed hours can raise questions about whether the work qualifies as legitimate employment. A salaried or base-plus-commission structure at an established company is the safer path during OPT.
What happens to my OPT if I lose a Business Development job during my authorization period?
F-1 students on OPT are allowed a cumulative unemployment window of 90 days during the standard 12-month period, or 150 days if you are on a STEM OPT extension. If you lose your job, you must find new employment within those limits or risk falling out of status. Report the job change to your DSO promptly and update your SEVIS record to stay compliant.
How do I find Business Development jobs where employers are open to OPT sponsorship?
Most general job boards do not filter by visa sponsorship willingness, which makes the search frustrating and inefficient. Migrate Mate is built specifically for F-1 OPT students and surfaces Business Development roles from employers who have indicated openness to sponsoring international candidates, saving you time and reducing the chance of rejection at the offer stage.