OPT Lifecycle Marketing Manager Jobs
Lifecycle Marketing Manager roles involve owning email, SMS, and retention programs across the full customer journey, making them a strong fit for OPT students with marketing degrees. Most positions qualify as specialty occupations under STEM-adjacent or business classifications, supporting CPT, OPT, and H-1B visa transition.
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Get Access To All JobsBe a part of our mission! As a world leader in creating comfortable, sustainable, and efficient climate solutions for buildings, homes and transportation, it's our responsibility to put the planet first. For us at Trane Technologies, and through our businesses including Trane® and Thermo King, sustainability is not just how we do business—it is our business. Do you dare to look at the world's challenges and see impactful possibilities? Do you want to contribute to making a better future? If the answer is yes, we invite you to consider joining us in boldly challenging what's possible for a sustainable world.
Learn about our benefits designed for you to Thrive at work and at home.
We boldly go.
Where is the work:
Monday to Thursday, work onsite with your colleagues. Fridays, choose your work location, balancing what your work requires.
As a Lifecycle Product Engineer, you have the responsibility for designing and managing the complex engineering systems within the Trane product lines. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams over multiple disciplines with an objective to discover problems that need to be resolved and then find innovative solutions to those problems.
What you will do:
- Apply interdisciplinary engineering expertise to solve design and product problems.
- Support designers with equipment technical details.
- Support factory and field problem resolution.
- Conduct laboratory testing as required.
- Analyze the test result data, perform refrigeration cycle review, heat transfer calculations and prepare reports.
- Understanding and familiarity of drafting practices, methods and processes, including GD&T, welding, sheet metal, castings, machining and dimension and tolerance analysis.
- Demonstrate responsiveness to the customer (internal and external) and be quality minded in performance of all duties.
- Develop and deliver technical presentations for engineering review.
- Deliver technical designs to meet project and product requirements.
What you will bring:
Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering (or related technical discipline) and at least 2-years work experience contributing to technical aspects of product design projects, validation testing, root cause analysis and/or manufacturing is required.
Key Competencies:
- Understand HVAC system functions including refrigeration, heat transfer, airflow and ventilation.
- Excellent analytical, mathematical, project management and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to quickly and efficiently understand and organize information necessary to make engineering decisions.
- Ability to make progress by completing tasks and deliverables in a multi-tasking environment (several concurrent assignments) on time.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills – ability to communicate up, down, and across the organization.
- Windchill software or equivalent PLM (Product lifecycle management software) experience.
- Working knowledge of relevant computer applications (CADD: Computer Aided Design/Drafting).
- Experience in Creo and SolidWorks preferred.
Annual Base Salary Range or Hourly Base Pay Range:
$84,740.00 - $118,860.00
Compensation Type:
Salary
Incentive Eligible:
No
Sales Commission Eligible:
No
Disclaimer: We strive to provide competitive compensation for this position, tailored to a variety of factors. The actual compensation will depend on elements such as seniority, merit, geographic location, education, experience, travel requirements, and union designation. Our compensation range is generally based on the national average for the country. Additionally, benefits may vary depending on the region, business alignment, union involvement, and employee status.
Thrive at work and at home:
- Benefits kick in on DAY ONE for you and your family, including health insurance and holistic wellness programs that include generous incentives – WE DARE TO CARE!
- Family building benefits include fertility coverage and adoption/surrogacy assistance.
- 401K match up to 6%, plus an additional 2% core contribution = up to 8% company contribution.
- Paid time off includes 15 vacation days, 9 paid holidays, 3 floating holidays, sick leave, and additional options to support volunteer and parental leave.
- Educational and training opportunities through company programs along with tuition assistance and student debt support.
Disclaimer: Benefit offerings may vary depending on Collective Bargaining Agreements and local/state regulations.
Safety Sensitive Role:
No
The company designates certain roles as Safety Sensitive. Safety Sensitive roles may require that you pass additional drug screening.
We offer competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits and programs. We are an equal opportunity employer; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, pregnancy, age, marital status, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any legally protected status.
Be a part of our mission! As a world leader in creating comfortable, sustainable, and efficient climate solutions for buildings, homes and transportation, it's our responsibility to put the planet first. For us at Trane Technologies, and through our businesses including Trane® and Thermo King, sustainability is not just how we do business—it is our business. Do you dare to look at the world's challenges and see impactful possibilities? Do you want to contribute to making a better future? If the answer is yes, we invite you to consider joining us in boldly challenging what's possible for a sustainable world.
Learn about our benefits designed for you to Thrive at work and at home.
We boldly go.
Where is the work:
Monday to Thursday, work onsite with your colleagues. Fridays, choose your work location, balancing what your work requires.
As a Lifecycle Product Engineer, you have the responsibility for designing and managing the complex engineering systems within the Trane product lines. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams over multiple disciplines with an objective to discover problems that need to be resolved and then find innovative solutions to those problems.
What you will do:
- Apply interdisciplinary engineering expertise to solve design and product problems.
- Support designers with equipment technical details.
- Support factory and field problem resolution.
- Conduct laboratory testing as required.
- Analyze the test result data, perform refrigeration cycle review, heat transfer calculations and prepare reports.
- Understanding and familiarity of drafting practices, methods and processes, including GD&T, welding, sheet metal, castings, machining and dimension and tolerance analysis.
- Demonstrate responsiveness to the customer (internal and external) and be quality minded in performance of all duties.
- Develop and deliver technical presentations for engineering review.
- Deliver technical designs to meet project and product requirements.
What you will bring:
Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering (or related technical discipline) and at least 2-years work experience contributing to technical aspects of product design projects, validation testing, root cause analysis and/or manufacturing is required.
Key Competencies:
- Understand HVAC system functions including refrigeration, heat transfer, airflow and ventilation.
- Excellent analytical, mathematical, project management and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to quickly and efficiently understand and organize information necessary to make engineering decisions.
- Ability to make progress by completing tasks and deliverables in a multi-tasking environment (several concurrent assignments) on time.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills – ability to communicate up, down, and across the organization.
- Windchill software or equivalent PLM (Product lifecycle management software) experience.
- Working knowledge of relevant computer applications (CADD: Computer Aided Design/Drafting).
- Experience in Creo and SolidWorks preferred.
Annual Base Salary Range or Hourly Base Pay Range:
$84,740.00 - $118,860.00
Compensation Type:
Salary
Incentive Eligible:
No
Sales Commission Eligible:
No
Disclaimer: We strive to provide competitive compensation for this position, tailored to a variety of factors. The actual compensation will depend on elements such as seniority, merit, geographic location, education, experience, travel requirements, and union designation. Our compensation range is generally based on the national average for the country. Additionally, benefits may vary depending on the region, business alignment, union involvement, and employee status.
Thrive at work and at home:
- Benefits kick in on DAY ONE for you and your family, including health insurance and holistic wellness programs that include generous incentives – WE DARE TO CARE!
- Family building benefits include fertility coverage and adoption/surrogacy assistance.
- 401K match up to 6%, plus an additional 2% core contribution = up to 8% company contribution.
- Paid time off includes 15 vacation days, 9 paid holidays, 3 floating holidays, sick leave, and additional options to support volunteer and parental leave.
- Educational and training opportunities through company programs along with tuition assistance and student debt support.
Disclaimer: Benefit offerings may vary depending on Collective Bargaining Agreements and local/state regulations.
Safety Sensitive Role:
No
The company designates certain roles as Safety Sensitive. Safety Sensitive roles may require that you pass additional drug screening.
We offer competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits and programs. We are an equal opportunity employer; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, pregnancy, age, marital status, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any legally protected status.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship as a Lifecycle Marketing Manager
Target companies with established CRM infrastructure
Employers running Braze, Klaviyo, or Salesforce Marketing Cloud are already investing in lifecycle programs. These teams hire regularly and are more likely to understand OPT authorization, making sponsorship conversations smoother once you've proven value.
Lead with measurable retention outcomes
Lifecycle roles are evaluated on open rates, conversion lifts, and churn reduction. Quantify your results from internships or academic projects. Concrete numbers shift the conversation from visa paperwork to ROI, which is what hiring managers care about most.
Understand your OPT clock before accepting offers
Standard OPT gives you 12 months. If your degree is STEM-eligible, a 24-month extension is available. Knowing your timeline lets you negotiate start dates and have honest H-1B visa conversations with employers before the offer stage.
Prioritize mid-size tech and e-commerce companies
Startups often lack HR infrastructure for sponsorship. Enterprise firms move slowly. Mid-size companies in growth mode typically have the budget, urgency, and flexibility to sponsor OPT students who demonstrate immediate impact in retention and engagement programs.
Frame your segmentation and automation skills clearly
Lifecycle roles require audience segmentation, A/B testing, and workflow automation. If you've built drip sequences or behavioral triggers, say so explicitly on your resume. These are the exact skills employers screen for before worrying about visa status.
Raise OPT status after demonstrating interest, not before
Wait until a recruiter signals genuine interest before disclosing your OPT status. Once they're engaged with your skills and background, visa conversations are far easier. Disclosing too early gives employers a reason to screen you out before reviewing your work.
Lifecycle Marketing Manager OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Can F-1 OPT students work as Lifecycle Marketing Managers?
Yes. Lifecycle Marketing Manager roles typically qualify as specialty occupations because they require a bachelor's degree or higher in marketing, communications, business, or a related field. That makes them fully eligible for F-1 OPT work authorization. STEM OPT extension eligibility depends on whether your specific degree program appears on the DHS STEM designated degree list.
Is a Lifecycle Marketing Manager role STEM OPT eligible?
It depends on your degree, not the job title. If you graduated from a program classified under CIP codes like Management Information Systems, Marketing Research, or Applied Statistics, you may qualify for the 24-month STEM OPT extension. A pure Marketing or Communications degree typically does not qualify. Check your degree's CIP code on the DHS STEM list and confirm with your DSO before applying.
How do I find Lifecycle Marketing Manager jobs that sponsor OPT?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for F-1 OPT students and filters roles by sponsorship willingness, so you're not wasting applications on employers who won't hire international students. Searching there saves significant time compared to filtering general job boards manually. Focus on companies in e-commerce, SaaS, and consumer subscription, where lifecycle programs are a core business function and sponsorship is common.
What should I do if my OPT expires before I secure a Lifecycle Marketing Manager role?
If your OPT EAD expires without a new authorization in place, you must stop working immediately. If you're eligible for a STEM OPT extension, file the I-765 with USCIS at least 90 days before your current EAD expires. You have a 60-day grace period after OPT ends to prepare for departure or transition to another status, but you cannot work during that window.
Which industries hire Lifecycle Marketing Managers who are on OPT?
E-commerce, SaaS, fintech, and direct-to-consumer brands are the most active hirers for lifecycle roles. These companies depend on email and retention programs as primary revenue drivers, so they hire regularly and often have experience working with OPT students. Health tech and edtech companies are also growing in this area as they scale subscriber and patient engagement programs.