New Business Development Visa Sponsorship Jobs in Ohio
Ohio's new business development market spans financial services in Columbus, manufacturing and logistics in Cleveland and Cincinnati, and a growing tech sector backed by employers like JPMorgan Chase, Procter and Gamble, and Nationwide Insurance. International professionals in business development roles frequently secure H-1B visa and TN visa sponsorship from these established corporate employers across the state.
Find New Business Development JobsOverview
Showing 5 of 7+ New Business Development Jobs in Ohio with Visa Sponsorship
Have you applied for this role?
Have you applied for this role?
Have you applied for this role?
Have you applied for this role?
Have you applied for this role?
See all New Business Development Jobs in Ohio with Visa Sponsorship
Sign up for free to unlock all listings, filter by visa type, and get alerts for new New Business Development Jobs in Ohio with Visa Sponsorship.
Get Access To All JobsJob Posting End Date
06-16-2026
Please note the job posting will close on the day before the posting end date.
Job Summary
The Transmission Right of Way (TROW) Agent is responsible for the acquisition of land rights necessary for the construction, operation and maintenance of electric transmission and/or distribution facilities.
Job Description
What you’ll do:
- Handle complicated negotiations with land owners (or their designees) for the acquisition of land rights related to the construction, reconstruction, or maintenance of electric transmission and/or distribution facilities.
- Settle damage claims with property owners (or their designees) relative to property damage caused or created by AEP, or its contractors, during the construction, reconstruction, maintenance or removal of transmission and/or distribution facilities. Search courthouses and other records as may be available to determine present property ownership(s) and the extent of interests therein.
- Review and interpret legal documents, property surveys, legal descriptions, surveying drawings, appraisals, and reports. Prepare approved legal documents for the acquisition of land rights related to the construction, reconstruction or maintenance of electric transmission and/or distribution facilities.
- Provide functional support to other AEP Business Units in regard to questions and procedures in the acquisition of land rights.
- Maintain property owner files, maps, drawings, exhibits and detailed progress reports within Right-of-Way Stakeholder Information system (ROWSi). Knowledgeable in real estate values and accepted real estate appraisal practices in the acquisition of land rights.
- Follow TROW estimate guidelines and practices for the acquisition of land rights for the acquisition of land rights relative to the construction, reconstruction, enlargement or maintenance of electric transmission and/or distribution facilities.
- Complete ROW estimate & scope for TROW Projects, and manage, develop, review and coordinate right-of-way project scope, schedule, budget related to multiple right-of-way projects or program of projects.
- Follow TROW Outsourcing Technical Guidelines for the outsourcing of acquisition of land rights relative to the construction, reconstruction or maintenance of electric transmission and/or distribution facilities.
- Act as a liaison or project manager with vendor companies performing services related to the acquisition of land rights for the construction, reconstruction or maintenance of electric transmission and/or distribution facilities.
- Responsible for project oversight in reviewing and supervising vendor companies on ROW Projects to ensure adherence to project schedules and budget, as well as project reporting. Review periodic status and cost of managed right-of-way projects.
- Also, track the project quality, milestones and performance against annual work plans.
- Monitor the closeout process and establish any lessons learned on TROW projects and recommend process improvements as appropriate. Approve vouchers for payments incurred in the acquisition of land rights involving the construction, reconstruction or maintenance of electric transmission and/or distribution facilities.
- Act as a witness and assist in the selection of witnesses and commissioners in connection with condemnation and/or other court actions involving the acquisition of land rights or other court actions which may result from the construction, reconstruction or maintenance for electric transmission and/or distribution facilities.
- Represent Transmission right-of-way in internal process improvement teams and initiatives as well as external industry forums, where required. Support and hold employees and contractors accountable for the AEP System Safety Process, ensuring a safe working environment focused on Zero Harm.
What we’re looking for:
Transmission Right of Way Agent SG6
Education:
- Associate's degree in real estate, business, engineering, project management or related applicable field with a minimum of three (3) years of related experience,
- OR, Bachelor's degree in real estate, business, engineering or related applicable field with a minimum of two years of related experience.
Experience:
- Experience in one or more of the following areas: business, project management, real estate, law, electric transmission and/or distribution right-of-way and/or real estate.
Transmission Right of Way Agent Senior SG7
Education:
- Associates degree in business, engineering, paralegal, real estate or related field
- OR High school diploma and 2 years' experience in right of way procurement, surveying, title research or related fields.
Experience:
- 6 years experience in the acquisition of real estate or right of way procurement, surveying, title research or related type of work.
- This is in addition to any experience listed above.
Required License(s)/Certification(s):
- Driver license and Notary Commission.
Transmission Right of Way Agent Principal SG8
Education:
- Associates of Science degree is required plus seven (7) years' related experience;
- OR Bachelor of Science degree is preferred plus five (5) years' related experience.
Experience:
- Depending on education, five to seven (5-7) or more years of experience including work in these areas: business, management, real estate, law, electric transmission and/or distribution right-of-way with a minimum of two to three (2-3) years of experience in the acquisition of right-of-way or real estate activities and/or possess a professional certificate (i.e., IR/WA, SR/WA, PMP, etc).
- Prior experience in a leadership position and/or project management a plus.
In addition:
- Develop skills in and provide effective communication that is clear, direct, concise, and professional, including effective listening, with all stakeholders including team members, sponsors, management and senior management.
- Possess excellent written communication, presentation and organizational skills with a strong proficiency working with Microsoft Office products (i.e., Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.) and right-of-way/ land management databases (i.e., geoAMPS or other land management databases) or other equivalent databases.
- The individual filling this position will be required to travel within the AEP Transmission service territory; however, on rare occasions may be assigned to special projects and travel outside the transmission service territory.
- Must be able to work outside normal business hours to accommodate project schedules.
- Must have a valid driver’s license issued by the appropriate State.
Where you’ll work:
This role will be on site in New Albany, Ohio.
What you’ll get:
Transmission Right of Way Agent SG6 ($74,551-$94,689)
Transmission Right of Way Agent Senior SG7 ($87,633-$109,544)
Transmission Right of Way Agent Principal SG8 ($98,993-$128,689)
The power of AEP comes from our valued team of unique employees….the best in the business! We’re proud to be one of the largest electric energy companies in the U.S., powering over 5 million homes and businesses, spanning across 11 states. We’re passionate about making an innovative difference in the communities we serve. We’re powering the future – today!
In addition to competitive compensation, AEP offers a unique comprehensive benefits package that aims to support and enhance the overall well-being of our employees.
American Electric Power (On-Site)
$74K- $128K / Year
#LI-Onsite
#AEPCareers
#transrightofway
Compensation Data
Compensation Grade:
SP20-006
Compensation Range:
$74,551.00 - $128,688.00
The Physical Demand Level for this job is: S – Sedentary Work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally (Occasionally: activity or condition exists up to 1/3 of the time) and/or a negligible amount of force frequently. (Frequently: activity or condition exists from 1/3 to 2/3 of the time) to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met.
Hear about it first! Get job alerts by email. Log in to your Candidate Home Account today! If you don't have an account, you can create one.
It is hereby reaffirmed that it is the policy of American Electric Power (AEP) to provide Equal Employment Opportunity in all respects of the employer-employee relationship including recruiting, hiring, upgrading and promotion, conditions and privileges of employment, company sponsored training programs, educational assistance, social and recreational programs, compensation, benefits, transfers, discipline, layoffs and termination of employment to all employees and applicants without discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, veteran or military status, disability, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law. When required by law, we might record certain information or applicants for employment may be invited to voluntarily disclose protected characteristics.
Job Posting End Date
06-16-2026
Please note the job posting will close on the day before the posting end date.
Job Summary
The Transmission Right of Way (TROW) Agent is responsible for the acquisition of land rights necessary for the construction, operation and maintenance of electric transmission and/or distribution facilities.
Job Description
What you’ll do:
- Handle complicated negotiations with land owners (or their designees) for the acquisition of land rights related to the construction, reconstruction, or maintenance of electric transmission and/or distribution facilities.
- Settle damage claims with property owners (or their designees) relative to property damage caused or created by AEP, or its contractors, during the construction, reconstruction, maintenance or removal of transmission and/or distribution facilities. Search courthouses and other records as may be available to determine present property ownership(s) and the extent of interests therein.
- Review and interpret legal documents, property surveys, legal descriptions, surveying drawings, appraisals, and reports. Prepare approved legal documents for the acquisition of land rights related to the construction, reconstruction or maintenance of electric transmission and/or distribution facilities.
- Provide functional support to other AEP Business Units in regard to questions and procedures in the acquisition of land rights.
- Maintain property owner files, maps, drawings, exhibits and detailed progress reports within Right-of-Way Stakeholder Information system (ROWSi). Knowledgeable in real estate values and accepted real estate appraisal practices in the acquisition of land rights.
- Follow TROW estimate guidelines and practices for the acquisition of land rights for the acquisition of land rights relative to the construction, reconstruction, enlargement or maintenance of electric transmission and/or distribution facilities.
- Complete ROW estimate & scope for TROW Projects, and manage, develop, review and coordinate right-of-way project scope, schedule, budget related to multiple right-of-way projects or program of projects.
- Follow TROW Outsourcing Technical Guidelines for the outsourcing of acquisition of land rights relative to the construction, reconstruction or maintenance of electric transmission and/or distribution facilities.
- Act as a liaison or project manager with vendor companies performing services related to the acquisition of land rights for the construction, reconstruction or maintenance of electric transmission and/or distribution facilities.
- Responsible for project oversight in reviewing and supervising vendor companies on ROW Projects to ensure adherence to project schedules and budget, as well as project reporting. Review periodic status and cost of managed right-of-way projects.
- Also, track the project quality, milestones and performance against annual work plans.
- Monitor the closeout process and establish any lessons learned on TROW projects and recommend process improvements as appropriate. Approve vouchers for payments incurred in the acquisition of land rights involving the construction, reconstruction or maintenance of electric transmission and/or distribution facilities.
- Act as a witness and assist in the selection of witnesses and commissioners in connection with condemnation and/or other court actions involving the acquisition of land rights or other court actions which may result from the construction, reconstruction or maintenance for electric transmission and/or distribution facilities.
- Represent Transmission right-of-way in internal process improvement teams and initiatives as well as external industry forums, where required. Support and hold employees and contractors accountable for the AEP System Safety Process, ensuring a safe working environment focused on Zero Harm.
What we’re looking for:
Transmission Right of Way Agent SG6
Education:
- Associate's degree in real estate, business, engineering, project management or related applicable field with a minimum of three (3) years of related experience,
- OR, Bachelor's degree in real estate, business, engineering or related applicable field with a minimum of two years of related experience.
Experience:
- Experience in one or more of the following areas: business, project management, real estate, law, electric transmission and/or distribution right-of-way and/or real estate.
Transmission Right of Way Agent Senior SG7
Education:
- Associates degree in business, engineering, paralegal, real estate or related field
- OR High school diploma and 2 years' experience in right of way procurement, surveying, title research or related fields.
Experience:
- 6 years experience in the acquisition of real estate or right of way procurement, surveying, title research or related type of work.
- This is in addition to any experience listed above.
Required License(s)/Certification(s):
- Driver license and Notary Commission.
Transmission Right of Way Agent Principal SG8
Education:
- Associates of Science degree is required plus seven (7) years' related experience;
- OR Bachelor of Science degree is preferred plus five (5) years' related experience.
Experience:
- Depending on education, five to seven (5-7) or more years of experience including work in these areas: business, management, real estate, law, electric transmission and/or distribution right-of-way with a minimum of two to three (2-3) years of experience in the acquisition of right-of-way or real estate activities and/or possess a professional certificate (i.e., IR/WA, SR/WA, PMP, etc).
- Prior experience in a leadership position and/or project management a plus.
In addition:
- Develop skills in and provide effective communication that is clear, direct, concise, and professional, including effective listening, with all stakeholders including team members, sponsors, management and senior management.
- Possess excellent written communication, presentation and organizational skills with a strong proficiency working with Microsoft Office products (i.e., Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.) and right-of-way/ land management databases (i.e., geoAMPS or other land management databases) or other equivalent databases.
- The individual filling this position will be required to travel within the AEP Transmission service territory; however, on rare occasions may be assigned to special projects and travel outside the transmission service territory.
- Must be able to work outside normal business hours to accommodate project schedules.
- Must have a valid driver’s license issued by the appropriate State.
Where you’ll work:
This role will be on site in New Albany, Ohio.
What you’ll get:
Transmission Right of Way Agent SG6 ($74,551-$94,689)
Transmission Right of Way Agent Senior SG7 ($87,633-$109,544)
Transmission Right of Way Agent Principal SG8 ($98,993-$128,689)
The power of AEP comes from our valued team of unique employees….the best in the business! We’re proud to be one of the largest electric energy companies in the U.S., powering over 5 million homes and businesses, spanning across 11 states. We’re passionate about making an innovative difference in the communities we serve. We’re powering the future – today!
In addition to competitive compensation, AEP offers a unique comprehensive benefits package that aims to support and enhance the overall well-being of our employees.
American Electric Power (On-Site)
$74K- $128K / Year
#LI-Onsite
#AEPCareers
#transrightofway
Compensation Data
Compensation Grade:
SP20-006
Compensation Range:
$74,551.00 - $128,688.00
The Physical Demand Level for this job is: S – Sedentary Work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally (Occasionally: activity or condition exists up to 1/3 of the time) and/or a negligible amount of force frequently. (Frequently: activity or condition exists from 1/3 to 2/3 of the time) to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met.
Hear about it first! Get job alerts by email. Log in to your Candidate Home Account today! If you don't have an account, you can create one.
It is hereby reaffirmed that it is the policy of American Electric Power (AEP) to provide Equal Employment Opportunity in all respects of the employer-employee relationship including recruiting, hiring, upgrading and promotion, conditions and privileges of employment, company sponsored training programs, educational assistance, social and recreational programs, compensation, benefits, transfers, discipline, layoffs and termination of employment to all employees and applicants without discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, veteran or military status, disability, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law. When required by law, we might record certain information or applicants for employment may be invited to voluntarily disclose protected characteristics.
New Business Development Job Roles in Ohio
See all New Business Development Jobs in Ohio
Sign up for free to filter by visa type, set job alerts, and find employers with verified sponsorship history.
Search New Business Development Jobs in OhioNew Business Development Jobs in Ohio: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies sponsor visas for new business development roles in Ohio?
Large Ohio-headquartered employers are the most consistent sponsors for new business development positions. Companies like JPMorgan Chase in Columbus, Procter and Gamble in Cincinnati, and KeyBank in Cleveland have documented histories of H-1B sponsorship for business-facing roles. Medical and technology firms including Nationwide Children's Hospital affiliates and NCR Voyix also sponsor international candidates in business development functions.
Which visa types are most common for new business development roles in Ohio?
The H-1B is the most common visa category for new business development professionals in Ohio, provided the role requires at least a bachelor's degree in a specific field such as business, marketing, or finance. Canadian and Mexican nationals may qualify for TN status under the USMCA if the role fits a qualifying professional category. Australian citizens can explore the E-3 visa, which has no lottery and allows two-year renewable periods.
Which cities in Ohio have the most new business development sponsorship jobs?
Columbus is the strongest market for sponsored business development roles, anchored by financial services, insurance, and a growing tech presence. Cincinnati follows closely, driven by consumer goods and healthcare employers. Cleveland offers opportunities in banking, manufacturing services, and logistics. Smaller markets like Dayton and Akron occasionally surface sponsorship roles tied to aerospace and polymer industries respectively.
How to find new business development visa sponsorship jobs in Ohio?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for international job seekers and filters new business development roles in Ohio by employers who have actively sponsored visas. Rather than sorting through postings that never address work authorization, Migrate Mate surfaces positions from companies with verified sponsorship histories. Filtering by state and role category on Migrate Mate narrows results to Ohio-based opportunities relevant to your background and visa situation.
Are there any Ohio-specific considerations for international professionals in new business development?
Ohio's prevailing wage requirements for H-1B roles are determined by the Department of Labor and vary by metro area, so Columbus and Cincinnati roles typically carry different wage thresholds than positions in smaller Ohio cities. Ohio State University and Case Western Reserve University produce a steady pipeline of international graduates who enter business development, meaning employer familiarity with OPT and H-1B transitions is relatively high among larger Ohio companies.
What is the prevailing wage for sponsored new business development jobs in Ohio?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.