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2026-04-13
Country:
United States of America
Location:
OT325: NSP - BLOOMFIELD, CT 212 WEST NEWBERRY RD, BLOOMFIELD, CT, 06002 USA
The Product Engineering Manager will help customers identify parts and effective solutions for existing elevator and escalator equipment while supporting Unitec’s growth initiatives, digital transformation and product lifecycle efforts. This is an excellent opportunity for an engineering professional who combines deep elevator knowledge with strong communication, collaboration and problem-solving skills.
Engineering & Research Support:
- Provide hands-on engineering support to the Unitec team in identifying parts and technical solutions for existing equipment
- Analyze layouts, wiring diagrams, schematics, photos, surveys and other technical documentation to recommend appropriate solutions
- Support critical downtime and shutdown scenarios by evaluating options and recommend appropriate solutions.
Product & Technical Support
- Offer product expertise to support both legacy and new Unitec offerings.
- Assist with the introduction and implementation of new products
- Support obsolescence strategies and collaborate with Otis Engineering on replacement and modernization solutions.
- Subject matter expert in technical content, knowledge management in clear easy to understand format to enable customer responses.
Basic Qualifications:
- Strong working knowledge of elevator and escalator components with the ability to consult customers and provide viable technical solutions.
- Self-motivated, creative, and comfortable managing multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.
- Goal-oriented with strong time management, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to use CRM tools to manage workload, customer interactions, and priorities
Preferred Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in mechanical/electrical engineering or a related field; equivalent elevator industry will also be considered.
- Escalator experience is preferred
- Strong working knowledge of elevator and escalator systems, with a focus on OTIS parts and equipment.
- Experience evaluating technical solutions for critical downtime or shutdown scenarios
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to troubleshoot issues and clearly recommend optimal solutions to customers and internal stakeholders
- Proficiency with CRM tools for managing opportunities and priorities; familiarity with Adobe or web-based technical platforms is a plus.
- Demonstrated ability to collaborate cross-functionally with Sales, Engineering, and Operations teams.
This position provides a valuable opportunity to work at the Otis North American Service Center while developing field and elevator expertise, Otis Engineering capabilities, and business/technical/communication skills as well as building foundational leadership competencies through cross-functional collaboration and broad exposure to Operations supporting long-term career growth opportunities.
The salary range for this role is $116,000 - $174,000. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range, and the range may change in the future. Pay within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, and business or organizational needs.
If you live in a city, chances are we will give you a lift or play a role in keeping you moving every day.
Otis is the world’s leading elevator and escalator manufacturing, installation, and service company. We move 2.4 billion people every day and maintain approximately 2.4 million customer units worldwide, the industry's largest Service portfolio.
You may recognize our products in some of the world’s most famous landmarks including the Eiffel Tower, Empire State Building, Burj Khalifa and the Petronas Twin Towers! We are 72,000 people strong, including engineers, digital technology experts, sales, and functional specialists, as well as factory and field technicians, all committed to meeting the diverse needs of our customers and passengers in more than 200 countries and territories worldwide. We are proud to be a diverse, global team with a proven legacy of innovation that continues to be the bedrock of a fast-moving, high-performance company.
When you join Otis, you become part of an innovative global industry leader with a resilient business model. You’ll belong to a diverse, trusted, and caring community where your contributions, and the skills and capabilities you’ll gain working alongside the best and brightest, keep us connected and on the cutting edge.
We provide opportunities, training, and resources, that build leadership and capabilities in Sales, Field, Engineering and Major Projects and our Employee Scholar Program is a notable point of pride, through which Otis sponsors colleagues to pursue degrees or certification programs.
Today, our focus more than ever is on people. As a global, people-powered company, we put people – passengers, customers, and colleagues – at the center of everything we do. We are guided by our values that we call our Three Absolutes – prioritizing Safety, Ethics, Quality in all that we do. If you would like to learn more about environmental, social and governance (ESG) at Otis click here.
Become a part of the Otis team and help us #Buildwhatsnext!
Otis is 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, disability or veteran status, age, or any other protected class according to applicable law. To request an accommodation in completing an employment application due to a special need or a disability, please contact us at careers@otis.com.
Date Posted:
2026-04-13
Country:
United States of America
Location:
OT325: NSP - BLOOMFIELD, CT 212 WEST NEWBERRY RD, BLOOMFIELD, CT, 06002 USA
The Product Engineering Manager will help customers identify parts and effective solutions for existing elevator and escalator equipment while supporting Unitec’s growth initiatives, digital transformation and product lifecycle efforts. This is an excellent opportunity for an engineering professional who combines deep elevator knowledge with strong communication, collaboration and problem-solving skills.
Engineering & Research Support:
- Provide hands-on engineering support to the Unitec team in identifying parts and technical solutions for existing equipment
- Analyze layouts, wiring diagrams, schematics, photos, surveys and other technical documentation to recommend appropriate solutions
- Support critical downtime and shutdown scenarios by evaluating options and recommend appropriate solutions.
Product & Technical Support
- Offer product expertise to support both legacy and new Unitec offerings.
- Assist with the introduction and implementation of new products
- Support obsolescence strategies and collaborate with Otis Engineering on replacement and modernization solutions.
- Subject matter expert in technical content, knowledge management in clear easy to understand format to enable customer responses.
Basic Qualifications:
- Strong working knowledge of elevator and escalator components with the ability to consult customers and provide viable technical solutions.
- Self-motivated, creative, and comfortable managing multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.
- Goal-oriented with strong time management, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to use CRM tools to manage workload, customer interactions, and priorities
Preferred Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in mechanical/electrical engineering or a related field; equivalent elevator industry will also be considered.
- Escalator experience is preferred
- Strong working knowledge of elevator and escalator systems, with a focus on OTIS parts and equipment.
- Experience evaluating technical solutions for critical downtime or shutdown scenarios
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to troubleshoot issues and clearly recommend optimal solutions to customers and internal stakeholders
- Proficiency with CRM tools for managing opportunities and priorities; familiarity with Adobe or web-based technical platforms is a plus.
- Demonstrated ability to collaborate cross-functionally with Sales, Engineering, and Operations teams.
This position provides a valuable opportunity to work at the Otis North American Service Center while developing field and elevator expertise, Otis Engineering capabilities, and business/technical/communication skills as well as building foundational leadership competencies through cross-functional collaboration and broad exposure to Operations supporting long-term career growth opportunities.
The salary range for this role is $116,000 - $174,000. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range, and the range may change in the future. Pay within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, and business or organizational needs.
If you live in a city, chances are we will give you a lift or play a role in keeping you moving every day.
Otis is the world’s leading elevator and escalator manufacturing, installation, and service company. We move 2.4 billion people every day and maintain approximately 2.4 million customer units worldwide, the industry's largest Service portfolio.
You may recognize our products in some of the world’s most famous landmarks including the Eiffel Tower, Empire State Building, Burj Khalifa and the Petronas Twin Towers! We are 72,000 people strong, including engineers, digital technology experts, sales, and functional specialists, as well as factory and field technicians, all committed to meeting the diverse needs of our customers and passengers in more than 200 countries and territories worldwide. We are proud to be a diverse, global team with a proven legacy of innovation that continues to be the bedrock of a fast-moving, high-performance company.
When you join Otis, you become part of an innovative global industry leader with a resilient business model. You’ll belong to a diverse, trusted, and caring community where your contributions, and the skills and capabilities you’ll gain working alongside the best and brightest, keep us connected and on the cutting edge.
We provide opportunities, training, and resources, that build leadership and capabilities in Sales, Field, Engineering and Major Projects and our Employee Scholar Program is a notable point of pride, through which Otis sponsors colleagues to pursue degrees or certification programs.
Today, our focus more than ever is on people. As a global, people-powered company, we put people – passengers, customers, and colleagues – at the center of everything we do. We are guided by our values that we call our Three Absolutes – prioritizing Safety, Ethics, Quality in all that we do. If you would like to learn more about environmental, social and governance (ESG) at Otis click here.
Become a part of the Otis team and help us #Buildwhatsnext!
Otis is 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, disability or veteran status, age, or any other protected class according to applicable law. To request an accommodation in completing an employment application due to a special need or a disability, please contact us at careers@otis.com.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Visa Sponsorship as a Product Engineering Manager
Lead with your technical depth, not just your management title
Visa officers evaluating H-1B petitions for engineering managers scrutinize whether the role requires a specialized degree. Emphasize your hands-on engineering background and the technical complexity your team delivers, not just headcount or budget ownership.
Target companies already filing H-1B petitions for engineering roles
Companies with a history of sponsoring software engineers are far more likely to sponsor a Product Engineering Manager. Use Migrate Mate to filter for employers with active sponsorship track records in engineering and product functions before applying.
Position your degree field carefully on the LCA and petition
Computer science, software engineering, and information systems degrees map cleanly to this role. If your degree is in a tangential field, your employer's attorney will need to document how the curriculum directly relates to managing a technical engineering organization.
Intracompany transfers via L-1A are a strong alternative to the H-1B lottery
If you currently manage engineers at a company with a U.S. office, the L-1A bypasses the lottery entirely. You need one year of qualifying managerial employment abroad within the past three years to be eligible for this route.
Be ready to document the organizational structure of your team
USCIS requests org charts and subordinate job descriptions to confirm genuine managerial duties for both H-1B and L-1A petitions. Roles where managers also do individual contributor work require especially clear documentation of time spent on supervisory versus technical tasks.
Understand that premium processing is worth it for this role
Product Engineering Managers are often hired to lead active projects, making standard processing timelines impractical. Premium processing reduces USCIS adjudication to 15 business days, which most employers in this field are willing to pay for senior hires.
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Find Product Engineering Manager JobsFrequently Asked Questions
Does a Product Engineering Manager role qualify for H-1B sponsorship?
Yes, Product Engineering Manager qualifies as a specialty occupation under H-1B because the position normally requires at least a bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering, or a related technical field. USCIS expects the employer to demonstrate that a general degree is insufficient and that the specific discipline is tied to the job's core duties. Petitions are stronger when the manager also has hands-on engineering responsibilities, not purely administrative ones.
What visa options exist for Product Engineering Managers beyond the H-1B lottery?
The L-1A intracompany transferee visa is the most practical lottery-free option. If you've managed engineers at a foreign affiliate, subsidiary, or parent company for at least one year in the past three years, your U.S. employer can file an L-1A without any lottery. The O-1A is another path if you have documented recognition in your field, such as published work, awards, or significant industry contributions. Browse sponsoring employers on Migrate Mate to identify which companies actively use these pathways.
Does my engineering degree need to match the Product Engineering Manager role exactly?
Not exactly, but it must be closely related. Computer science, electrical engineering, software engineering, and information systems degrees are straightforward matches. Degrees in business, management information systems, or adjacent fields require additional documentation from the petitioning employer explaining the direct relationship between your curriculum and the technical nature of the role. Unrelated degrees can still work if you have significant post-degree technical work experience that bridges the gap.
What approval rates look like for H-1B petitions filed for engineering manager roles?
Engineering and computer-related occupations consistently see H-1B approval rates above 90% when filed by experienced immigration counsel with strong supporting documentation. Product Engineering Manager petitions that clearly document technical degree requirements and active engineering oversight perform well. Petitions that read more like general business management, without a clear technical specialty, face higher rates of Requests for Evidence and are more likely to be denied.
Can a startup sponsor a Product Engineering Manager on an H-1B?
Yes, but startups face additional scrutiny compared to established employers. USCIS will examine whether the company has sufficient financial resources to pay the prevailing wage throughout the visa period and whether the managerial role is genuine given a small team size. Startups should prepare audited financials, funding documentation, and a detailed explanation of the org structure. Some early-stage companies use cap-exempt employers like universities or nonprofits as intermediaries, though that structure is less common for engineering managers.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Product Engineering Manager 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.
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