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Functional Consultant roles are strong candidates for H-1B visa and L-1 visa sponsorship because they require specialized ERP or CRM expertise tied to a bachelor's degree in a specific field. Consulting firms and enterprise software companies sponsor these roles regularly. For detailed occupation requirements, see the O*NET profile.
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This position reports to:
IS Service Manager
Your role and responsibilities
In this role, you will be responsible for the design and build, integrity, and quality of an IS solution and associated IS services delivered to business. The primary role of IS Integration BTP is to be responsible for the definition and delivery Integration technology and architecture related to SAP BTP Integration Suite and SAP Integrations.
The work model for this role is: Hybrid in Cleveland or Cary.
The role is contributing to the IS Services Division in North America.
You will be mainly accountable for:
- Expertise in SAP BTP Integration suite and SAP Interfaces
- System Integration: Facilitate seamless integration of business processes within the AMSAP system, as well as with other enterprise systems ensuring smooth data flow and automation of processes across platforms.
- Rationalize integration requirements to build simple, efficient, scalable, and supportable future-proofed integration designs
- Translates business requirements into functional requirements and creates integration inventory, API (Application Programming Interface) catalogue and flows to define scope
- Expertise in Manage trading partner to build and operate B2B scenarios with Trading Partner Management
- Evaluates integration options using defined criteria and prioritizes them based on business impact, outlining associated risks, advantages, and trade-offs
- Analyzes integration demands to gauge complexity and crafts standardized design templates and accelerators for scalable deployment
- Enforce architectural governance, Security standards, and regulatory compliance
- Evaluates emerging technologies and recommend improvements to existing systems and processes.
Qualifications for the role
- Bachelor's or master's degree in computer science, Information Systems, Business Administration, or related field. Relevant certifications in SAP S/4 HANA Integration Certifications, SAP Certified Development Associate – SAP Extension Suite or IT architecture would be advantageous
- At least 5 years of experience in SAP Cloud Platform Integration, with at least 4 years in SAP PI/PO and SAP Integrations
- Solid understanding of SAP BTP administration
- Proven experience in leading system architecture teams and managing the full lifecycle of large-scale technology implementations, from design through to delivery.
- Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to manage complex, cross-functional challenges.
- A strong focus on continuous improvement and automation, with a passion for driving innovation within enterprise systems.
- Extensive experience in developing and optimizing integration flows using Groovy scripting within SAP Cloud Platform Integration (CPI)
- Proficient in using API integration tools such as Postman and SOAP UI
- Experience in managing relationships with external vendors and third-party service providers to ensure the delivery of high-quality solutions
- Hands-on experience with SAP ABAP, Including FRICEW objects
- Strong understanding of SAP S/4HANA, ECC, and PI/PO
- Hands-on experience with IDocs, RFCs, BAPIs, Proxies, and Web Services
- Proven expertise in integrating SAP S/4HANA, SAP ECC, and third-party systems
- Deep knowledge of SAP BTP services, including CAP, CDS, Fiori/UI5, and cloud-native development
- Clear understanding of clean core methodology and extensibility guidelines
- Demonstrates outstanding verbal and written communication skills, effectively translating complex technical information for non-technical audiences
Why ABB?
What's in it for you
We want you to bring your full self to work—your ideas, your energy, your ambition. You’ll have the tools and freedom to grow your skills, shape your path, and take on challenges that matter. Here, your work creates impact you can see and feel, every day.
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.
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)
- Parental Leave – up to 6 weeks
- 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.
- Vacation is provided based on years of service for hourly and non-exempt positions.
- Salaried exempt positions are provided vacation under a permissive time away policy.
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 eligible for a short-term incentive plan/annual bonus.
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.
Ready to make an impact?
Apply today or visit https://www.abb.com to learn more about the impact of our solutions across the globe.
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:
IS Service Manager
Your role and responsibilities
In this role, you will be responsible for the design and build, integrity, and quality of an IS solution and associated IS services delivered to business. The primary role of IS Integration BTP is to be responsible for the definition and delivery Integration technology and architecture related to SAP BTP Integration Suite and SAP Integrations.
The work model for this role is: Hybrid in Cleveland or Cary.
The role is contributing to the IS Services Division in North America.
You will be mainly accountable for:
- Expertise in SAP BTP Integration suite and SAP Interfaces
- System Integration: Facilitate seamless integration of business processes within the AMSAP system, as well as with other enterprise systems ensuring smooth data flow and automation of processes across platforms.
- Rationalize integration requirements to build simple, efficient, scalable, and supportable future-proofed integration designs
- Translates business requirements into functional requirements and creates integration inventory, API (Application Programming Interface) catalogue and flows to define scope
- Expertise in Manage trading partner to build and operate B2B scenarios with Trading Partner Management
- Evaluates integration options using defined criteria and prioritizes them based on business impact, outlining associated risks, advantages, and trade-offs
- Analyzes integration demands to gauge complexity and crafts standardized design templates and accelerators for scalable deployment
- Enforce architectural governance, Security standards, and regulatory compliance
- Evaluates emerging technologies and recommend improvements to existing systems and processes.
Qualifications for the role
- Bachelor's or master's degree in computer science, Information Systems, Business Administration, or related field. Relevant certifications in SAP S/4 HANA Integration Certifications, SAP Certified Development Associate – SAP Extension Suite or IT architecture would be advantageous
- At least 5 years of experience in SAP Cloud Platform Integration, with at least 4 years in SAP PI/PO and SAP Integrations
- Solid understanding of SAP BTP administration
- Proven experience in leading system architecture teams and managing the full lifecycle of large-scale technology implementations, from design through to delivery.
- Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to manage complex, cross-functional challenges.
- A strong focus on continuous improvement and automation, with a passion for driving innovation within enterprise systems.
- Extensive experience in developing and optimizing integration flows using Groovy scripting within SAP Cloud Platform Integration (CPI)
- Proficient in using API integration tools such as Postman and SOAP UI
- Experience in managing relationships with external vendors and third-party service providers to ensure the delivery of high-quality solutions
- Hands-on experience with SAP ABAP, Including FRICEW objects
- Strong understanding of SAP S/4HANA, ECC, and PI/PO
- Hands-on experience with IDocs, RFCs, BAPIs, Proxies, and Web Services
- Proven expertise in integrating SAP S/4HANA, SAP ECC, and third-party systems
- Deep knowledge of SAP BTP services, including CAP, CDS, Fiori/UI5, and cloud-native development
- Clear understanding of clean core methodology and extensibility guidelines
- Demonstrates outstanding verbal and written communication skills, effectively translating complex technical information for non-technical audiences
Why ABB?
What's in it for you
We want you to bring your full self to work—your ideas, your energy, your ambition. You’ll have the tools and freedom to grow your skills, shape your path, and take on challenges that matter. Here, your work creates impact you can see and feel, every day.
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.
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)
- Parental Leave – up to 6 weeks
- 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.
- Vacation is provided based on years of service for hourly and non-exempt positions.
- Salaried exempt positions are provided vacation under a permissive time away policy.
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 eligible for a short-term incentive plan/annual bonus.
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.
Ready to make an impact?
Apply today or visit https://www.abb.com to learn more about the impact of our solutions across the globe.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Visa Sponsorship as a Functional Consultant
Target consulting firms with established visa programs
Large consulting firms like Deloitte, Accenture, and Capgemini have dedicated immigration teams and sponsor H-1B visas routinely. They understand the LCA and I-129 process, which makes sponsorship faster and less risky for both sides.
Emphasize your ERP or platform specialization
Employers justify H-1B sponsorship by proving the role requires a degree in a specific field. Specializing in SAP, Oracle, or Salesforce strengthens that case significantly. Generalist consultants are harder to sponsor than platform-certified specialists.
Understand how L-1 visas apply to your situation
If you currently work for a multinational firm abroad, the L-1B visa for specialized knowledge is often faster than H-1B because it bypasses the lottery. Ask your employer whether an intracompany transfer to a U.S. office is possible.
Get your degree equivalency documented early
Many Functional Consultants hold three-year bachelor's degrees from India, Australia, or the UK. USCIS may not automatically accept these as equivalent to a U.S. four-year degree. A credential evaluation from a NACES-approved agency resolves this before it becomes a problem.
Time your H-1B application around the lottery window
H-1B registrations open in March each year for an October 1 start date. If you're on OPT, confirm your STEM extension timeline aligns. Missing the filing window means waiting another full year, so plan your job search accordingly.
Use Migrate Mate to identify active sponsors
Not every employer willing to hire a Functional Consultant is willing to sponsor a visa. Migrate Mate filters job listings specifically for roles with sponsorship availability, saving you from pursuing positions that will dead-end at the offer stage.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Functional Consultant role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes, in most cases. USCIS requires that the role normally requires a bachelor's degree or higher in a specific specialty. Functional Consultant positions tied to ERP platforms like SAP or Oracle consistently meet this standard because employers require degrees in computer science, information systems, or business. Generic consulting roles with broad degree requirements face higher RFE rates, so your job description and employer support letter need to reflect the specific technical requirements of the role.
What visa options exist for Functional Consultants beyond the H-1B?
The L-1B visa is a strong alternative if you work for a multinational company and can transfer to a U.S. office. It requires demonstrating specialized knowledge of your employer's systems or processes and bypasses the H-1B lottery entirely. The O-1A is available if you have documented achievements like publications, speaking engagements, or awards in the field. TN visa status applies if you're a Canadian or Mexican national with a qualifying degree. Each path has different employer requirements, so matching the right visa to your situation matters.
Will my three-year bachelor's degree be accepted for an H-1B as a Functional Consultant?
It depends on how the petition is structured. USCIS does not automatically recognize three-year degrees from India, the UK, or Australia as equivalent to a U.S. four-year degree. However, a credential evaluation from a NACES-approved organization can establish equivalency, especially when combined with relevant work experience. Immigration attorneys often use the three-for-one rule, where three years of specialized work experience substitutes for one year of formal education, to bridge any gap. Request the evaluation before your employer files the petition.
How do I find Functional Consultant jobs that actually offer visa sponsorship?
Most job postings don't clearly state whether sponsorship is available, which wastes significant time during a job search. Migrate Mate is built specifically for this problem, listing roles from employers who have confirmed they sponsor work visas. Filtering by Functional Consultant roles on Migrate Mate surfaces positions where sponsorship is part of the offer rather than an afterthought you negotiate later.
Can I switch employers as a Functional Consultant while on an H-1B?
Yes, H-1B portability allows you to start working for a new employer as soon as they file an H-1B transfer petition, without waiting for approval, as long as your previous H-1B was approved and you haven't accrued unlawful presence. The new employer files a new I-129 with a new LCA. Because Functional Consultant roles involve project-based work, make sure your new employer's petition reflects the actual duties of the new role rather than copying your previous job description, which can trigger an RFE.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Functional Consultant jobs?
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.