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Get Access To All JobsAt 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:
Service Manager
Your role and responsibilities
At ABB, we are dedicated to addressing global challenges. Our core values: care, courage, curiosity, and collaboration combined with a focus on diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunities are key drivers in our aim to empower everyone to create sustainable solutions.
In this role, you will have the opportunity to execute service work as per work instructions and in accordance with ABB quality and safety guidelines. Each day, you will deliver quality customer service and execute service work as per customer order and expectation. You will ensure customer retention by effectively communicating the service work timeline and expectations.
ABB Smart Power provides energy distribution solutions for data centers, industrial and manufacturing plants, critical infrastructure, and commercial buildings. The Division’s technical teams work closely with industry partners, delivering advanced solutions that support rapid growth, energy transition, and sustainability objectives. The Division’s portfolio includes industrial circuit breakers, low-voltage systems, motor starting applications, and safety devices like switches and relays. Its Power Protection unit supports the world’s largest data center companies with advanced energy-efficient UPS solutions. The Division’s ABB Ability™ Energy Manager provides a scalable, easy-to-use platform that helps organizations save energy and reduce CO2 emissions.
The work model for the role is: Remote, successful candidates will be located in Illinois.
Your role and responsibilities:
- Work on-site with customers to identify opportunities for operational improvement and eliminate pain points.
- Perform field service tasks, including identifying technical issues and conducting on-site troubleshooting within certified areas.
- Execute installation and commissioning, maintenance, repairs, extensions, upgrades, retrofits, end-of-life services, and replacements.
- Support the certification process of Associate Field Service Technicians and Field Service Technicians. Coach technicians and supervise complex site activities. Act as trainers when needed, for team members and customers.
- Prepare material lists for service activities and ensure all materials, parts, and equipment meet quality standards and are available. Proactively identify potential equipment failures and recommend corrective actions.
- Contribute to customer satisfaction by building and maintaining positive relationships. Identify potential new sales opportunities while addressing customer needs and communicate them internally.
- Identify opportunities for product and quality improvements. Provide recommendations to management for improving operations and customer service.
- Follow safety protocols and maintain safe work and environmental practices. Report unsafe practices and incidents.
Qualifications for the role:
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology with 4+ years’ experience servicing critical power equipment OR Associates Degree in electrical technology with 6+ years’ experience in servicing critical power equipment OR High School Diploma/GED and equivalent work and/or military experience (8+ years) servicing critical power equipment.
- Advanced level ability to interact and communicate (written and verbal) information to varying levels within the organization. Collaborates well with others.
- Advanced level of ability to use Microsoft Office products. Moderate ability to Project Manage using MS Project or Excel.
- Advanced ability to write test plans and reports detailing test results.
- Advanced ability to stay organized and meet deadlines on administrative duties.
- Works with a sense of urgency and ownership; until the job is complete!
- Candidates must already have work authorization that would permit them to work for ABB in the US.
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 $68,600 and $109,760 annually.
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.
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:
Service Manager
Your role and responsibilities
At ABB, we are dedicated to addressing global challenges. Our core values: care, courage, curiosity, and collaboration combined with a focus on diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunities are key drivers in our aim to empower everyone to create sustainable solutions.
In this role, you will have the opportunity to execute service work as per work instructions and in accordance with ABB quality and safety guidelines. Each day, you will deliver quality customer service and execute service work as per customer order and expectation. You will ensure customer retention by effectively communicating the service work timeline and expectations.
ABB Smart Power provides energy distribution solutions for data centers, industrial and manufacturing plants, critical infrastructure, and commercial buildings. The Division’s technical teams work closely with industry partners, delivering advanced solutions that support rapid growth, energy transition, and sustainability objectives. The Division’s portfolio includes industrial circuit breakers, low-voltage systems, motor starting applications, and safety devices like switches and relays. Its Power Protection unit supports the world’s largest data center companies with advanced energy-efficient UPS solutions. The Division’s ABB Ability™ Energy Manager provides a scalable, easy-to-use platform that helps organizations save energy and reduce CO2 emissions.
The work model for the role is: Remote, successful candidates will be located in Illinois.
Your role and responsibilities:
- Work on-site with customers to identify opportunities for operational improvement and eliminate pain points.
- Perform field service tasks, including identifying technical issues and conducting on-site troubleshooting within certified areas.
- Execute installation and commissioning, maintenance, repairs, extensions, upgrades, retrofits, end-of-life services, and replacements.
- Support the certification process of Associate Field Service Technicians and Field Service Technicians. Coach technicians and supervise complex site activities. Act as trainers when needed, for team members and customers.
- Prepare material lists for service activities and ensure all materials, parts, and equipment meet quality standards and are available. Proactively identify potential equipment failures and recommend corrective actions.
- Contribute to customer satisfaction by building and maintaining positive relationships. Identify potential new sales opportunities while addressing customer needs and communicate them internally.
- Identify opportunities for product and quality improvements. Provide recommendations to management for improving operations and customer service.
- Follow safety protocols and maintain safe work and environmental practices. Report unsafe practices and incidents.
Qualifications for the role:
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology with 4+ years’ experience servicing critical power equipment OR Associates Degree in electrical technology with 6+ years’ experience in servicing critical power equipment OR High School Diploma/GED and equivalent work and/or military experience (8+ years) servicing critical power equipment.
- Advanced level ability to interact and communicate (written and verbal) information to varying levels within the organization. Collaborates well with others.
- Advanced level of ability to use Microsoft Office products. Moderate ability to Project Manage using MS Project or Excel.
- Advanced ability to write test plans and reports detailing test results.
- Advanced ability to stay organized and meet deadlines on administrative duties.
- Works with a sense of urgency and ownership; until the job is complete!
- Candidates must already have work authorization that would permit them to work for ABB in the US.
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 $68,600 and $109,760 annually.
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.
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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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship as a Field Service Manager
Target companies with field service divisions
Large industrial, medical device, and technology equipment companies maintain dedicated field service teams and have established visa sponsorship pipelines. These employers sponsor regularly and understand the process, making them far more receptive than smaller firms encountering it for the first time.
Connect your degree to the role explicitly
Field Service Manager roles qualify as specialty occupations when tied to engineering, electrical systems, or technical operations. In every application, make clear how your degree field directly supports the technical requirements of the position, not just general management responsibilities.
Apply before your OPT clock runs short
H-1B visa sponsorship timelines require months of preparation. Applying with 10 or more months of OPT remaining gives employers confidence they can complete the process without disruption to your employment. Starting late reduces your negotiating position significantly.
Highlight field certifications and technical credentials
Certifications in specific equipment platforms, safety standards, or industry systems signal that you bring specialized knowledge the employer cannot easily replace. This strengthens both your hire case and the specialty occupation argument required for H-1B sponsorship.
Quantify your service operations experience
Sponsorship decisions often come down to demonstrated value. Use metrics from internships or prior roles: customer uptime percentages, dispatch resolution rates, team size managed, or cost savings. Concrete numbers make the business case for sponsoring you much easier to approve.
Ask about sponsorship policy during the first interview
Raising the topic early filters out employers who will waste your time. Frame it professionally: ask whether the company has sponsored H-1B visas for similar roles before. Employers experienced with sponsorship will answer directly and without hesitation.
Field Service Manager OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Do Field Service Manager jobs qualify for OPT work authorization?
Yes. Field Service Manager roles tied to engineering, technical operations, or systems management qualify as specialty occupations under the standard that the position requires a bachelor's degree or higher in a specific field. If your degree aligns with the technical requirements of the role, OPT work authorization covers the position. Roles that emphasize general business management over technical expertise may face more scrutiny.
Can I get STEM OPT extension as a Field Service Manager?
You can if your degree is in a STEM-designated field and the Field Service Manager role you hold uses that technical knowledge directly. Degrees in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, computer science, or industrial engineering commonly support STEM OPT extensions for this title. Your employer must also be enrolled in E-Verify, which most companies with active sponsorship programs already are.
How do I find Field Service Manager jobs that sponsor visas?
Migrate Mate lists Field Service Manager positions from employers with documented sponsorship history, so you're not guessing which companies are open to OPT candidates. Filtering by sponsorship-friendly employers saves significant time compared to applying broadly and discovering the limitation late in the process. Focus on companies in industrial equipment, healthcare technology, and enterprise software, where field service teams are large and sponsorship is routine.
What makes a Field Service Manager role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
A Field Service Manager role qualifies when it requires a specific bachelor's degree to perform the core duties, not just any degree. Roles overseeing technical installations, diagnosing complex equipment, or managing service operations for specialized systems typically meet this standard. Roles framed primarily around scheduling, customer relations, or logistics without a technical component are harder to defend. The job description and your degree field both need to align clearly.
Should I disclose my OPT status when applying for Field Service Manager roles?
Disclosing early is generally the better approach for this role. Field Service Manager positions often involve client-facing responsibilities and may require background checks or security clearances, making early transparency practical. It also filters out employers without sponsorship capacity before you invest time in a multi-round interview process. When you disclose, frame it alongside your timeline: note how much OPT time remains and that you're seeking a company prepared to support H-1B sponsorship.