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Director Field Sales roles qualify for TN visa sponsorship under the USMCA's Management Consultant category when the position involves directing sales strategy across territories and managing field teams. Canadian professionals can apply at the border or a U.S. consulate. Mexican citizens require consular processing with a limited annual allocation.
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Job family: Engineering
Business area: Environment & Energy
Contract location:
Arlington, TX, US
Working location: Arlington
Location type: Office Location / Office-based
Contract type: Permanent
Job description:
Every day, ANDRITZ continues to deliver successful innovative solutions to our customers globally. Why are we so successful? Because we are passionate and love what we do! We are at the forefront of future engineering technologies, with solutions that ensure the success of our clients in key industries that are shaping the future of the world we live in.
Position Summary
The Field Automation Engineer provides automation and controls expertise for the ANDRITZ North American Field Service organization. Working in partnership with the Field Service Commissioning Lead, this position supports the installation, commissioning, startup, troubleshooting, optimization, and lifecycle service of municipal dewatering equipment while providing technical expertise in PLCs, HMIs, instrumentation, industrial networking, and control systems.
The Field Automation Engineer collaborates with the Field Service PLC Lead, Field Service and Commissioning Technicians, Engineering, and Project Management to improve automation standards, equipment performance, and customer satisfaction across the North American installed base.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Field Automation & Commissioning
- Support the installation, startup, commissioning, testing, and optimization of ANDRITZ equipment and automation systems.
- Configure, troubleshoot, and modify PLC, HMI, VFD, instrumentation, and industrial communication systems.
- Perform electrical and controls verification prior to equipment startup.
- Support Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT), Site Acceptance Testing (SAT), commissioning, and customer performance testing.
- Troubleshoot complex electrical, automation, instrumentation, networking, and process control issues.
- Maintain software backups, configuration files, and commissioning documentation.
Automation Engineering & Field Support
- Partner with the Field Service PLC Lead to support Field Service and Commissioning Technicians during installation, startup, commissioning, troubleshooting, and customer support activities.
- Provide advanced technical support for PLCs, HMIs, instrumentation, VFDs, industrial networking, and control systems.
- Collaborate with Engineering and Project Management to resolve field automation issues and implement technical improvements.
- Mentor and support Field Service and Commissioning Technicians on automation systems, troubleshooting techniques, and best practices.
Continuous Improvement
- Develop and maintain PLC, HMI, and automation standards, software documentation, and commissioning procedures.
- Identify recurring field issues and partner with Engineering to implement permanent corrective actions.
- Support automation upgrades, modernization projects, and aftermarket control system improvements.
- Capture lessons learned and recommend improvements to field execution, technical documentation, and commissioning practices.
Customer Support
- Serve as the automation technical resource during field assignments and customer startup activities.
- Develop and maintain strong customer relationships through professionalism, responsiveness, and technical expertise.
- Provide operator and maintenance training on automation systems and equipment operation.
- Prepare detailed field service reports documenting work performed, software changes, findings, and recommendations.
- Support emergency service calls and remote technical assistance as required.
Safety
- Follow all ANDRITZ and customer safety policies and procedures.
- Maintain required OSHA and company safety certifications.
- Wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as required.
- Promote a culture of safety during all field activities.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications
- Associates degree in Automation Engineering, Engineering Technology, or equivalent combination of education and industry experience.
- Three (3) or more years of experience in industrial automation, controls engineering, systems integration, commissioning, or field service.
- Strong PLC programming and troubleshooting experience.
- Experience with HMIs, instrumentation, VFDs, and industrial communication networks.
- Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, P&IDs, engineering drawings, and control system documentation.
- Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a cross-functional team.
- Willingness to travel approximately 100% throughout North America.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with one or more of the following:
- Allen-Bradley Studio 5000 / ControlLogix
- Siemens TIA Portal / S7
- Schneider Electric / Modicon
- Ignition SCADA
- Industrial Ethernet communications
- Process instrumentation
- Municipal wastewater, dewatering, or industrial process equipment
Working Relationships
This position works closely with:
- North American Field Service Director
- Field Service PLC Lead
- Field Service and Commissioning Technicians
- Engineering
- Project Management
- Customers
Physical Requirements
- Ability to walk, stand, or sit for extended periods.
- Ability to lift up to 75 pounds.
- Ability to climb ladders, work from elevated platforms, and perform work in industrial environments.
- Ability to travel extensively by automobile and commercial airline.
- Ability to work occasional evenings, weekends, and holidays as required to support customer needs.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability.
Requisition ID: 22670
Nearest Major Market: Arlington Texas
Nearest Secondary Market: Dallas
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Document your territory management authority
TN visa eligibility for field sales leadership hinges on demonstrating strategic oversight, not just quota management. Gather performance reviews, org charts, and offer letters that explicitly confirm you direct regional or national sales operations and manage subordinate sales staff.
Target employers with distributed field teams
Companies with multi-state or cross-border sales territories are far more likely to understand TN sponsorship than local retailers or single-market businesses. Focus your search on manufacturers, medical device firms, and enterprise software companies with documented field sales infrastructure.
Clarify the management consultant classification upfront
CBP officers assess TN eligibility at the point of entry, so your support letter must map your Director Field Sales duties directly to management consultant criteria. Vague titles like 'Sales Director' without scope language create unnecessary delays at the border.
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Migrate Mate filters Director Field Sales roles by verified TN visa sponsorship, so you're not cold-applying to postings that won't support your status. Use it to identify employers already familiar with USMCA-based hiring before your first outreach.
Confirm the employer's support letter specificity
The TN support letter must state your title, duties, salary, and the consulting or advisory nature of your role. A generic offer letter is not sufficient. Ask HR or legal counsel to confirm the letter references your strategic decision-making authority across field sales territories.
Prepare for USCIS scrutiny on quota for Mexican nationals
Mexican citizens are subject to a 5,500 annual TN cap, unlike Canadians who face no numerical limit. If you're Mexican and filing in the second half of the fiscal year, confirm availability with your employer's immigration contact before accepting an offer contingent on TN approval.
Director Field Sales TN Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Director Field Sales role qualify for TN visa status?
It can qualify under the Management Consultant category if your duties center on advising or directing sales strategy, territory planning, and field team performance rather than individual selling. CBP will evaluate whether the role requires a bachelor's degree in a relevant field and involves genuine consultative or managerial authority. A well-drafted support letter from your employer is critical to establishing that eligibility.
How does TN visa sponsorship compare to H-1B for a Director Field Sales position?
TN has no annual lottery, no cap for Canadian citizens, and can be processed at a U.S. port of entry on the same day, making it far faster than H-1B visa. H-1B requires USCIS petition approval and is subject to an annual random selection process. For Canadians especially, TN is a significantly more predictable path to U.S. employment in a senior field sales leadership role.
Where can I find Director Field Sales jobs that offer TN visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for Canadian and Mexican professionals seeking roles with confirmed TN visa sponsorship. Rather than filtering through general job boards where sponsorship status is unclear, Migrate Mate surfaces Director Field Sales positions from employers who have already indicated willingness to support USMCA-based work authorization.
Can I switch employers as a TN visa holder in a field sales role?
Yes, but your TN status is employer-specific. If you change companies, your new employer must file a fresh TN petition with USCIS or you must re-enter at a port of entry with updated documentation. You should not begin work for the new employer until the new TN is approved or you've crossed the border with the correct documentation in hand.
What documentation does a Mexican national need for TN sponsorship in this role?
Mexican applicants must apply at a U.S. consulate rather than at a land border port. You'll need a valid Mexican passport, a detailed support letter from the U.S. employer, educational credentials confirming a relevant bachelor's degree, and evidence of your professional background in sales leadership. Because of the 5,500 annual cap, filing early in the fiscal year reduces allocation risk.