Manufacturing OPT Jobs in Wisconsin
Manufacturing F-1 OPT sponsorship jobs in Wisconsin span everything from precision engineering at Rockwell Automation in Milwaukee to food processing operations in Green Bay and medical device manufacturing in the Fox Valley corridor. Wisconsin's deep industrial base makes it one of the Midwest's stronger states for OPT students in manufacturing disciplines seeking hands-on work authorization experience.
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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.
What's in it for you:
This Chiller Product Support Engineer role provides in-depth technical and strategic sales support for Trane’s industry-leading centrifugal chiller portfolio, executes and helps to create marketing communication that promotes sustainability, efficiency, and reliability in large applied HVAC systems, and advises how chillers can be used in the electrification/decarbonization of HVAC systems to improve energy efficiency levels. The position applies good oral and written communication skills to clearly communicate with customers and Trane personnel. This position would be hybrid (in the office 4 days a week), but expected to be based in La Crosse, WI.
What you will do:
- Provide technical and sales support to the Trane field organization through phone/email support, direct customer interaction, customer factory visits, and support the commercialization strategy and vision for all chiller business.
- Create and maintain various marketing documentation, literature, and presentations that educate sales teams on Trane’s products, highlights advantages, and provide bid strategies on products and applications.
- Travel to sales offices, corporate events, and customer sites in support of Trane chiller equipment, including formal presentations, sales discussions, and supporting tradeshows.
- Establish product lines’ “selling story.” Ensure that the field sales support department, appropriate business unit functional areas, and field sales force are familiar with the “selling story.”
- Create and update chiller documentation and support materials used to educate the sales organization, communicate product advantages, and support product positioning, competitive strategy, and application guidance.
- Partner with engineering groups, product management, marketing, operations, and software teams to align product positioning, resolve issues, and improve tools and processes.
- Price equipment on projects and assist in bid strategies.
- Provide marketing and technical support to peers, the sales field organization, and direct customers and serve as a mentor for new hires on the team.
- Support a professional field and customer focused environment, with measurements in place to track performance and improve the process.
- Support Trane Select Assist software by assisting the sales organization with configuring equipment and develop software requirements that improve the software’s capabilities.
- Train new field sales engineers that participate in the Trane Graduate Training Program.
- Position requires up to 10% travel.
What you will bring:
- Bachelor's Degree in Engineering (or related technical discipline).
- Prior HVAC experience is a plus.
- Engineering-related work experience is a plus.
- Master’s Degree is a plus.
Annual Base Salary Range or Hourly Base Pay Range:
$72,611.66 - $101,394.99
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.
- Paid time off includes up to 15 vacation days, paid holidays, sick leave, and additional options to support volunteer and parental leave.
- 401K match up, educational and training opportunities through company programs along with tuition assistance and student debt support.
Disclaimer:
Benefit offerings may vary by site as well as 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.
INTRODUCTION
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.
What's in it for you:
This Chiller Product Support Engineer role provides in-depth technical and strategic sales support for Trane’s industry-leading centrifugal chiller portfolio, executes and helps to create marketing communication that promotes sustainability, efficiency, and reliability in large applied HVAC systems, and advises how chillers can be used in the electrification/decarbonization of HVAC systems to improve energy efficiency levels. The position applies good oral and written communication skills to clearly communicate with customers and Trane personnel. This position would be hybrid (in the office 4 days a week), but expected to be based in La Crosse, WI.
What you will do:
- Provide technical and sales support to the Trane field organization through phone/email support, direct customer interaction, customer factory visits, and support the commercialization strategy and vision for all chiller business.
- Create and maintain various marketing documentation, literature, and presentations that educate sales teams on Trane’s products, highlights advantages, and provide bid strategies on products and applications.
- Travel to sales offices, corporate events, and customer sites in support of Trane chiller equipment, including formal presentations, sales discussions, and supporting tradeshows.
- Establish product lines’ “selling story.” Ensure that the field sales support department, appropriate business unit functional areas, and field sales force are familiar with the “selling story.”
- Create and update chiller documentation and support materials used to educate the sales organization, communicate product advantages, and support product positioning, competitive strategy, and application guidance.
- Partner with engineering groups, product management, marketing, operations, and software teams to align product positioning, resolve issues, and improve tools and processes.
- Price equipment on projects and assist in bid strategies.
- Provide marketing and technical support to peers, the sales field organization, and direct customers and serve as a mentor for new hires on the team.
- Support a professional field and customer focused environment, with measurements in place to track performance and improve the process.
- Support Trane Select Assist software by assisting the sales organization with configuring equipment and develop software requirements that improve the software’s capabilities.
- Train new field sales engineers that participate in the Trane Graduate Training Program.
- Position requires up to 10% travel.
What you will bring:
- Bachelor's Degree in Engineering (or related technical discipline).
- Prior HVAC experience is a plus.
- Engineering-related work experience is a plus.
- Master’s Degree is a plus.
Annual Base Salary Range or Hourly Base Pay Range:
$72,611.66 - $101,394.99
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.
- Paid time off includes up to 15 vacation days, paid holidays, sick leave, and additional options to support volunteer and parental leave.
- 401K match up, educational and training opportunities through company programs along with tuition assistance and student debt support.
Disclaimer:
Benefit offerings may vary by site as well as 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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Search Manufacturing Jobs in WisconsinManufacturing OPT Sponsorship Jobs in Wisconsin: Frequently Asked Questions
Which manufacturing companies sponsor F-1 OPT visas in Wisconsin?
Several large Wisconsin manufacturers have documented histories of hiring OPT workers, including Rockwell Automation, Johnson Controls, Oshkosh Corporation, and Kohler Co. Paper and packaging companies like Graphic Packaging and medical device firms in the Fox Valley region also regularly hire engineering and operations graduates on OPT. Smaller precision manufacturers and auto parts suppliers throughout the state hire OPT students for technical roles as well.
Which cities in Wisconsin have the most manufacturing F-1 OPT sponsorship jobs?
Milwaukee is the largest hub, with a concentration of industrial automation, controls, and heavy equipment employers. Oshkosh and Appleton in the Fox Valley corridor have strong activity in specialty vehicles, paper converting, and medical devices. Green Bay supports food and beverage manufacturing. Racine and Kenosha, near the Illinois border, have significant advanced manufacturing presences tied to both Wisconsin and Chicago-area employer networks.
What types of manufacturing roles typically qualify for F-1 OPT sponsorship?
Roles that align with a student's degree field are the clearest fit. Industrial engineering, mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, manufacturing engineering, quality assurance, process engineering, and supply chain operations are commonly hired on OPT in Wisconsin. Production management and automation technician roles can also qualify when the position directly relates to the applicant's field of study. Roles must be paid and directly connected to the degree to count toward OPT authorization.
How do I find manufacturing F-1 OPT sponsorship jobs in Wisconsin?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for international students and filters jobs by visa type, so you can search manufacturing F-1 OPT positions in Wisconsin without sorting through listings that don't apply to your situation. Beyond Migrate Mate, attending career fairs at UW-Milwaukee, UW-Madison, and Marquette University connects you directly with Wisconsin manufacturers who recruit OPT candidates. Targeting companies with established engineering graduate programs improves your chances meaningfully.
Are there any Wisconsin-specific considerations for F-1 OPT students in manufacturing?
Wisconsin's manufacturing sector skews toward industrial machinery, food processing, paper products, and defense-adjacent equipment, so OPT students in mechanical, industrial, or chemical engineering tend to find the strongest alignment. Many mid-size Wisconsin manufacturers are less familiar with OPT paperwork than large multinationals, so being prepared to explain OPT work authorization clearly to HR teams is practical. STEM OPT extension eligibility is also worth confirming early, since many Wisconsin manufacturing roles qualify under approved STEM CIP codes.