Development Manager Visa Sponsorship Jobs in Oklahoma
Oklahoma's development manager roles are concentrated in Oklahoma City and Tulsa, with employers like ONEOK, Devon Energy, and BOK Financial actively hiring in technology and energy sectors. The state's expanding tech scene and Native American gaming industry also generate steady demand, making it a genuine option for international candidates seeking visa sponsorship.
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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:
Segment Director, Food & Beverage
Your role and responsibilities:
In this role you will be responsible for business development and new business growth for ABB Drives division with activities to include brand and product acceptance, coordination/partnership with Channel Sales, Channel Programs and our OEM Team, leading sub-segment strategy execution and defining go-to market approaches in Motion Drive Products in the United States.
This role is supporting ABB’s Motion Drive Products Division in New Berlin, WI. The work model for this role is remote in either Texas or Oklahoma with up to 70% travel across the United States.
- Generate new business growth through brand and product acceptance, inclusion of ABB Drives on end customer AVL (authorized vendor lists) and FA (Frame agreements) at associated Chemical Oil and Gas upstream (non-artificial lift) and downstream end users (refineries, petrochemical, gas processing plants), original equipment manufacturers (in partnership with our OEM team), integrators, contractors and engineering procurement construction (EPC) companies.
- Close partnership/coordination with Channel Sales, Channel Program and OEM Team peers to create and support Chemical Oil and Gas upstream (non-artificial lift) and downstream segment industry programs facilitating strategic engagement and new business growth with aligned Channel Partners.
- Documenting customer stakeholders, buying behaviors (local authority vs. CAPEX/Project approval process), corporate initiatives (respective areas of focus within their business regarding applications), understanding of incumbent brand preferences as the specific value pertains to their organization and identify customer projects and pursue ABB opportunities.
- Clearly communicating attack vectors through product positioning and solutions to execute ABB placement within AVL (authorized vendor lists) and FA (Frame agreements) and new business growth.
- Leverage knowledge of Chemical Oil and Gas industry upstream (non-artificial lift) and downstream trends and customer need to develop and deliver compelling value propositions and new business growth for ABB.
- Leading sub-segment execution strategy and defining go-to-market approaches to achieve the Chemical Oil and Gas industry upstream (non-artificial lift) and downstream segment growth goals.
- Support and advise global Chemical Oil and Gas team (quarterly) with US market insights/trends and activities and through feedback incorporates localized activities needed from the US Market to support ABB Global Chemical Oil and Gas segment strategy.
Our Team Dynamics
Our teams support each other, collaborate, and never stop learning. Everyone brings something unique, and together we push ideas forward to solve real problems. Being part of our team means your work matters - because the progress we make here creates real impact out there.
Qualifications for the role:
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business or related field, and 8+ years of experience OR Associate's degree and 10+ years of experience or High School Diploma and 12+ years of experience with capital assist sales in the industrial Chemical Oil and Gas upstream (non-artificial lift) industry and industrial equipment applications in upstream (non-artificial lift), battery storage facilities (separators, vapor recovery units, pumps, fans) and processed water transfer & treatment. In downstream; process pumps, compressors, cooling tower fans, heat exchangers, blenders.
- In-depth knowledge of low voltage Variable Frequency Drives, Motors and related equipment.
- Demonstrated success in assessing and analyzing customer need and projected requirements and providing application solutions through interpreting, translating, and explaining detailed technical ideas to technical and non-technical audiences.
- Salesforce.com use, experience, credentials, skills, exposure.
- Proven domain expertise in subsegments and applications in the industrial Chemical Oil and Gas industry upstream (non-artificial lift) and downstream segments as evidenced by published white papers, industry subcommittees membership and industry standards recommendations highly preferred.
- Demonstrated success in achieving AVL product specification from customers by providing application solutions for Chemical Oil and Gas industry upstream (non-artificial lift) and downstream segments highly preferred.
- Travel up to 70% nationally throughout all the regions of the United States, requiring a valid US Driver’s License.
- Candidates must already have a work authorization that would permit them to work for ABB in the United States.
More about us
ABB Drive Products serves the industries and infrastructure segments with world-class drives and programmable logic controllers (PLC). With its products, global scale and local presence, the Division helps customers to improve energy efficiency, productivity and safety.
What's in it for you
We give you the space to lead, the support to grow, and the chance to make a difference. Whether you're solving problems, building something new, or helping others succeed, your impact is real. You’ll be part of a team that values your voice and celebrates your progress.
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 $100,500 and $160,800 annually and is bonus eligible.
ABB Benefit Summary for eligible US employees
[excludes ABB E-mobility, Athens union, Puerto Rico]
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)
- Paid Parental Leave
- 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. Salaried exempt positions are provided vacation under a permissive time away policy.
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.
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Search Development Manager Jobs in OklahomaDevelopment Manager Jobs in Oklahoma: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies sponsor visas for development managers in Oklahoma?
Energy and finance companies are among the most consistent sponsors. ONEOK, Devon Energy, and BOK Financial have filed H-1B visa Labor Condition Applications for management-level technology roles. Aerospace and defense firms operating near Tulsa, along with healthcare systems such as INTEGRIS Health and Saint Francis Health System, also appear in federal sponsorship records for development and IT management positions.
Which visa types are most common for development manager roles in Oklahoma?
The H-1B is the most frequently used visa for development manager roles, as the position typically requires a bachelor's degree or higher in computer science, engineering, or a related field, satisfying the specialty occupation standard. Candidates with extraordinary achievement may pursue the O-1 visa. Intracompany transfers through multinational employers operating in Oklahoma can use the L-1A, which is specifically designed for managers and executives.
Which cities in Oklahoma have the most development manager sponsorship jobs?
Oklahoma City and Tulsa account for the majority of development manager sponsorship activity in the state. Oklahoma City benefits from a growing technology corridor and significant state government contracting. Tulsa draws from its energy sector heritage and an emerging tech community supported by the Tulsa Remote program, which has attracted distributed employers who sometimes hire locally for management roles.
How to find development manager visa sponsorship jobs in Oklahoma?
Migrate Mate filters job listings specifically by visa sponsorship availability, so you can search development manager roles in Oklahoma without sorting through positions that won't support international candidates. The platform surfaces employers who have a documented history of sponsorship, which is particularly useful in Oklahoma where energy, finance, and healthcare companies vary widely in their willingness to sponsor management-level roles.
Are there state-specific considerations for development managers pursuing sponsorship in Oklahoma?
Oklahoma's energy sector creates a distinct hiring pattern where development manager roles often sit at the intersection of software and operational technology, which can affect how employers define the specialty occupation requirement for H-1B purposes. Oklahoma State University and the University of Oklahoma produce engineering and computer science graduates that shape local hiring norms. International candidates should confirm the specific degree and field requirements tied to each role before applying.
What is the prevailing wage for sponsored development manager jobs in Oklahoma?
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.