Manufacturing OPT Jobs in Colorado
Manufacturing F-1 OPT sponsorship jobs in Colorado are concentrated along the Front Range, where companies like Lockheed Martin, Ball Corporation, and Woodward hire engineers, quality technicians, and production specialists. Denver, Boulder, and Fort Collins anchor most of the activity, with aerospace and advanced manufacturing drawing the highest volume of OPT-eligible roles.
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Want to launch a sales career that actually matters? As a Renewable Energy and Carbon Advisory Associate Client Development Manager, you'll help organizations improve their energy efficiency and environmental performance while building your skills in a high-growth field. This is where purpose meets performance.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Support Client Development Manager (CDM) business development activities with a goal to augment and accelerate revenue generation
- Nurture sales pipelines that match the profile of Schneider Electric’s Renewable Energy and Carbon Advisory solutions
- Project manage account sales cycles to advance opportunities to close
- Drive efficiency and impact throughout the sales cycle including activities such as:
- Outbound communications and follow up cadences
- Sales strategy development and meeting preparation
- Heavy administrative support (internal and external)
- Internal stakeholder coordination
- Proposal development
- Event support
- Deal closing processes
- Develop relationships and processes with CDMs while adapting to evolving support needs throughout the sales cycle
- Liaise with other teams (Sales operations, Marketing operations, Events, Salesforce Administrators, Inside sales, and various subject matter experts) in order to improve processes, organize activities, and ensure transparent reporting and goal tracking
- Manage data input + unique reporting and administrative requests for CDMs within Salesforce
- Work with internal Schneider stakeholders to uncover Renewable Energy & Carbon Advisory opportunities within the existing client base
- Communicate and interact with business decision-makers at all levels to identify needs and requirements as well as market opportunities
- Support an agreed-upon revenue generation target each year
- Build business expertise and sales acumen with anticipation for rapid advancement to a full sales role in a growing business – become a corporate sustainability expert through training and development activities
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- College degree in Business, Engineering, Sustainability or similar
- More than 1 year of professional work experience in energy, sustainability, ESG strategy, reporting and communication is highly valued - you understand the macro corporate sustainability and renewable energy trends
- More than 1 year professional experience in client facing activities like sales, client management, customer service or similar
- Proven track record of being successful in all elements of a consultative sales role including; account prioritization, value proposition development, persistence in follow up of leads and movement of prospects through the sales cycle
- Project management experience and strong attention to detail
- Hard work ethic and adaptable in high growth environments
- Self-starter who is hungry to identify ways to positively impact the team
- Excellent verbal and written English communication skills
- Computer literate in a Microsoft Office environment (i.e. Word, Excel, Outlook) and with CRM systems (particularly Salesforce) and LinkedIn
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Communication — articulating sustainability value propositions to operations-level stakeholders
- Active Listening — uncovering customer pain points and aligning solutions to their goals
- Product Knowledge — understanding how our sustainability offerings solve real business challenges
- Customer Relationship Management — maintaining accurate records and nurturing long-term partnerships
- Consultative Selling — asking the right questions to position solutions effectively
- Digital Literacy — leveraging sales tools and platforms to manage accounts efficiently
COMPENSATION
- For this U.S. based position, the expected pay range is USD 74,400 - USD 111,600 per year. This pay range includes base pay and short-term incentives. The compensation range for this full-time position applies to candidates located within the United States. Our pay ranges are determined by reviewing roles of similar responsibility and level. Within the pay range, individual pay is determined by several factors including performance, knowledge, job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.
BENEFITS
At Schneider, we believe that every employee is a talent who deserves equal opportunities. This means you matter. Every individual needs to feel valued, supported, and treated fairly to do their best work.
Our Total Rewards is our way of saying: “We see you. We value you”. It’s more than just pay and benefits - it’s a meaningful investment in you. It is designed for you to perform, grow, feel safe, and elevate your potential to shine as an impact maker.
Care for Yourself and Your Family. We ensure you feel secure with benefits that help you and your family thrive: medical (with member reward points), dental, vision, and basic life insurance, Benefit Bucks, flexible work arrangements, paid family leaves, well-being programs, 12 holidays per year, and 15 days of paid time off per year.
Invest and Plan Your Future. We help you plan and invest for the future with competitive pay and programs including base salary, incentives, company share ownership, and 401(k) with match.
Grow Your Skills and Career. We support development through performance discussions, global opportunities, the Schneider Career Hub, and learning platforms like Coursera.
Team Up in the Workplace. We encourage collaboration, recognition, sharing your voice, and an inclusive workplace.
Support Your Community. We make a difference through volunteer leave, programs with the Schneider Electric Foundation, youth education initiatives, and military leave benefits.
EEO Statement
Schneider Electric is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is our policy to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities in the areas of recruiting, hiring, training, transferring, and promoting all qualified individuals regardless of race, religion, color, gender, disability, national origin, ancestry, age, military status, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other legally protected characteristic or conduct.
INTRODUCTION
Want to launch a sales career that actually matters? As a Renewable Energy and Carbon Advisory Associate Client Development Manager, you'll help organizations improve their energy efficiency and environmental performance while building your skills in a high-growth field. This is where purpose meets performance.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Support Client Development Manager (CDM) business development activities with a goal to augment and accelerate revenue generation
- Nurture sales pipelines that match the profile of Schneider Electric’s Renewable Energy and Carbon Advisory solutions
- Project manage account sales cycles to advance opportunities to close
- Drive efficiency and impact throughout the sales cycle including activities such as:
- Outbound communications and follow up cadences
- Sales strategy development and meeting preparation
- Heavy administrative support (internal and external)
- Internal stakeholder coordination
- Proposal development
- Event support
- Deal closing processes
- Develop relationships and processes with CDMs while adapting to evolving support needs throughout the sales cycle
- Liaise with other teams (Sales operations, Marketing operations, Events, Salesforce Administrators, Inside sales, and various subject matter experts) in order to improve processes, organize activities, and ensure transparent reporting and goal tracking
- Manage data input + unique reporting and administrative requests for CDMs within Salesforce
- Work with internal Schneider stakeholders to uncover Renewable Energy & Carbon Advisory opportunities within the existing client base
- Communicate and interact with business decision-makers at all levels to identify needs and requirements as well as market opportunities
- Support an agreed-upon revenue generation target each year
- Build business expertise and sales acumen with anticipation for rapid advancement to a full sales role in a growing business – become a corporate sustainability expert through training and development activities
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- College degree in Business, Engineering, Sustainability or similar
- More than 1 year of professional work experience in energy, sustainability, ESG strategy, reporting and communication is highly valued - you understand the macro corporate sustainability and renewable energy trends
- More than 1 year professional experience in client facing activities like sales, client management, customer service or similar
- Proven track record of being successful in all elements of a consultative sales role including; account prioritization, value proposition development, persistence in follow up of leads and movement of prospects through the sales cycle
- Project management experience and strong attention to detail
- Hard work ethic and adaptable in high growth environments
- Self-starter who is hungry to identify ways to positively impact the team
- Excellent verbal and written English communication skills
- Computer literate in a Microsoft Office environment (i.e. Word, Excel, Outlook) and with CRM systems (particularly Salesforce) and LinkedIn
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Communication — articulating sustainability value propositions to operations-level stakeholders
- Active Listening — uncovering customer pain points and aligning solutions to their goals
- Product Knowledge — understanding how our sustainability offerings solve real business challenges
- Customer Relationship Management — maintaining accurate records and nurturing long-term partnerships
- Consultative Selling — asking the right questions to position solutions effectively
- Digital Literacy — leveraging sales tools and platforms to manage accounts efficiently
COMPENSATION
- For this U.S. based position, the expected pay range is USD 74,400 - USD 111,600 per year. This pay range includes base pay and short-term incentives. The compensation range for this full-time position applies to candidates located within the United States. Our pay ranges are determined by reviewing roles of similar responsibility and level. Within the pay range, individual pay is determined by several factors including performance, knowledge, job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.
BENEFITS
At Schneider, we believe that every employee is a talent who deserves equal opportunities. This means you matter. Every individual needs to feel valued, supported, and treated fairly to do their best work.
Our Total Rewards is our way of saying: “We see you. We value you”. It’s more than just pay and benefits - it’s a meaningful investment in you. It is designed for you to perform, grow, feel safe, and elevate your potential to shine as an impact maker.
Care for Yourself and Your Family. We ensure you feel secure with benefits that help you and your family thrive: medical (with member reward points), dental, vision, and basic life insurance, Benefit Bucks, flexible work arrangements, paid family leaves, well-being programs, 12 holidays per year, and 15 days of paid time off per year.
Invest and Plan Your Future. We help you plan and invest for the future with competitive pay and programs including base salary, incentives, company share ownership, and 401(k) with match.
Grow Your Skills and Career. We support development through performance discussions, global opportunities, the Schneider Career Hub, and learning platforms like Coursera.
Team Up in the Workplace. We encourage collaboration, recognition, sharing your voice, and an inclusive workplace.
Support Your Community. We make a difference through volunteer leave, programs with the Schneider Electric Foundation, youth education initiatives, and military leave benefits.
EEO Statement
Schneider Electric is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is our policy to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities in the areas of recruiting, hiring, training, transferring, and promoting all qualified individuals regardless of race, religion, color, gender, disability, national origin, ancestry, age, military status, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other legally protected characteristic or conduct.
OPT Manufacturing Job Roles in Colorado
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Search Manufacturing Jobs in ColoradoManufacturing OPT Sponsorship Jobs in Colorado: Frequently Asked Questions
Which manufacturing companies sponsor F-1 OPT visas in Colorado?
Colorado's largest F-1 OPT manufacturing sponsors tend to be aerospace and defense contractors, precision manufacturers, and energy equipment firms. Companies like Lockheed Martin, Ball Corporation, Woodward, and Raytheon Intelligence and Space have active engineering and technical hiring in the state. Smaller contract manufacturers and medical device firms along the Front Range also participate in OPT sponsorship, though hiring volume and consistency vary by company and year.
Which cities in Colorado have the most manufacturing F-1 OPT sponsorship jobs?
Denver, Boulder, Fort Collins, and Colorado Springs account for the majority of manufacturing F-1 OPT opportunities in Colorado. The Denver metro hosts large aerospace and defense employers, while Fort Collins has a concentration of electronics and precision manufacturing firms near Colorado State University. Colorado Springs supports significant defense manufacturing activity. Pueblo and Grand Junction have industrial employers but see far fewer OPT-eligible openings.
What types of manufacturing roles typically qualify for F-1 OPT sponsorship?
Roles that align directly with a STEM degree field are the strongest candidates for OPT authorization in manufacturing. These include mechanical engineer, manufacturing engineer, process engineer, quality engineer, materials scientist, industrial engineer, and electrical engineer positions. Technician and operator roles generally do not qualify unless the position requires and genuinely uses a bachelor's degree in a related field. Colorado's aerospace sector creates particular demand for structural, systems, and propulsion engineering roles.
How do I find manufacturing F-1 OPT sponsorship jobs in Colorado?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for international students on OPT and filters manufacturing jobs in Colorado by visa sponsorship type, so you can see which employers have actively hired F-1 workers without sifting through unfiltered listings. Search by industry and state, then review each employer's OPT sponsorship history. For Colorado manufacturing specifically, filtering by Front Range cities and STEM-eligible job titles will return the most relevant results.
Are there any Colorado-specific considerations for F-1 OPT sponsorship in manufacturing?
Colorado's manufacturing sector is heavily weighted toward aerospace and defense, which introduces security clearance requirements at many of the state's largest employers. Some cleared positions are restricted to U.S. citizens or permanent residents, which limits OPT eligibility even at companies that otherwise sponsor international workers. Additionally, STEM OPT extension applicants must ensure their employer is enrolled in E-Verify, a requirement that applies nationwide but is worth confirming before accepting an offer in Colorado.