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Technical pre-sales engineers who need visa sponsorship are a strong fit for H-1B visa and O-1 visas, since the role requires a bachelor's degree in engineering, computer science, or a related technical field, meeting the specialty occupation standard USCIS uses to approve petitions. For detailed occupation requirements, see the O*NET profile.
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Digital Technical Pre-Sales Leader - Completions, Intervention & Measurement
Are you experienced in the design and implementation of digital oilfield initiatives and looking for a new opportunity? Are you excited by Energy Technologies?
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Partner with the best
Baker Hughes is a global energy technology company serving the oil and gas sector across more than 120 countries. The Commercial & Sales organization drives growth by building strong customer partnerships, commercializing hydrocarbons, and delivering integrated equipment and service solutions. With a focus on digital transformation and energy transition, the team leverages data-driven insights to optimize sales performance and maximize customer value.
Fuel your passion
Our digital capabilities are growing within the Completions, Intervention, & Measurement (CIM) segment within Oilfield Services & Equipment (OFSE). This portfolio of solutions drives performance across a wide range of activities - from analyzing and managing intelligent completion systems, to planning and executing plug & abandonment activities, to sensing and measurement activities like wireline logging and fiber optic monitoring – the CIM portfolio of digital solutions is growing, delivering value, and integrating into broader and more capable ecosystems both at our customers and within Baker Hughes’ digital portfolio.
The Technical Pre-sales organization is the key element to successful opportunity identification, qualification, and execution. Providing the technical expertise to understand the customer's current state and future state as well as identify the Baker Hughes portfolio solutions that can be deployed to deliver the desired outcome.
As Digital Technical Pre-Sales Leader – Completions, Intervention, & Measurement, you will be responsible for:
- Translating customer needs into technical requirements, integrating existing systems and workflows
- Collaborating with internal and external stakeholders to gather and analyze requirements and translating them into effective technical solutions
- Coordinating between Product, Implementation, and Sales teams to define and generate technical proposals
- Leading functional design specification activities with client to efficiently define and confirm technical deliverables
- Keeping up to date with the latest industry trends and technologies to provide innovative and forward-thinking solutions
- Participating in client meetings and presentations to articulate technical concepts and demonstrate the value of the proposed solutions
- Working with customers, sales resources, and technical experts to create impactful product demonstration capabilities
- Participating in the prioritization and planning of implementation activities in the region
- Communicating key opportunity details to a wide range of audiences both commercial and technical, internal and external, from user level to executive
- Leading initiatives and projects of large scope and impact
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
To be successful in this role you will:
- Have a bachelor’s degree from an accredited university or college
- Have Minimum of 10+ years of experience in Digital Oil Field projects
- Proven the ability to influence others and work within multi-disciplinary teams
- Have direct experience overcoming the technical challenges associated with software deployment and digital solutions more broadly
- Have demonstrated ability in oilfield completions, well intervention, or downhole monitoring technology
- Have passion to solve complex customer challenges
- Have desire to be a thought leader and be excited to champion internally and externally
- Have strong sales process understanding and management (pipeline and territory management, customer prioritization and engagement, etc.)
- Have the ability to show and deliver value to the customer
- Have strong oral and written communication skills
- Have strong interpersonal and leadership skills
- Effective problem identification and solutioning skills
- Have Proven analytical and organizational ability
WORKING WITH US
Our people are at the heart of what we do at Baker Hughes. We know we are better when all our people are developed, engaged and able to bring their whole authentic selves to work. We invest in the health and well-being of our workforce, train and reward talent and develop leaders at all levels to bring out the best in each other.
WORKING FOR YOU
Our inventions have revolutionized energy for over a century. But to keep going forward tomorrow, we know we have to push the boundaries today. We prioritize rewarding those who embrace change with a package that reflects how much we value their input. Join us, and you can expect:
- Contemporary work-life balance policies and wellbeing activities
- Comprehensive private medical care options
- Safety net of life insurance and disability programs
- Tailored financial programs
- Additional elected or voluntary benefits
You will be eligible to participate in Company-sponsored benefit programs, including health & welfare programs and the Thrift Plan (401k). You will have a choice of coverage options that best suit your needs. Coverage options and contribution amounts are related to your benefit elections, base salary level, and specific requirements of each of these plans.
This position is eligible for our comprehensive and competitive benefits package, which can be found here, and is further eligible for additional forms of compensation such as bonuses subject to the terms of the applicable benefit plans or policies.
The Baker Hughes internal title for this role is: Digital Technology Advisor - Application Operations Engineering
INTRODUCTION
Digital Technical Pre-Sales Leader - Completions, Intervention & Measurement
Are you experienced in the design and implementation of digital oilfield initiatives and looking for a new opportunity? Are you excited by Energy Technologies?
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Partner with the best
Baker Hughes is a global energy technology company serving the oil and gas sector across more than 120 countries. The Commercial & Sales organization drives growth by building strong customer partnerships, commercializing hydrocarbons, and delivering integrated equipment and service solutions. With a focus on digital transformation and energy transition, the team leverages data-driven insights to optimize sales performance and maximize customer value.
Fuel your passion
Our digital capabilities are growing within the Completions, Intervention, & Measurement (CIM) segment within Oilfield Services & Equipment (OFSE). This portfolio of solutions drives performance across a wide range of activities - from analyzing and managing intelligent completion systems, to planning and executing plug & abandonment activities, to sensing and measurement activities like wireline logging and fiber optic monitoring – the CIM portfolio of digital solutions is growing, delivering value, and integrating into broader and more capable ecosystems both at our customers and within Baker Hughes’ digital portfolio.
The Technical Pre-sales organization is the key element to successful opportunity identification, qualification, and execution. Providing the technical expertise to understand the customer's current state and future state as well as identify the Baker Hughes portfolio solutions that can be deployed to deliver the desired outcome.
As Digital Technical Pre-Sales Leader – Completions, Intervention, & Measurement, you will be responsible for:
- Translating customer needs into technical requirements, integrating existing systems and workflows
- Collaborating with internal and external stakeholders to gather and analyze requirements and translating them into effective technical solutions
- Coordinating between Product, Implementation, and Sales teams to define and generate technical proposals
- Leading functional design specification activities with client to efficiently define and confirm technical deliverables
- Keeping up to date with the latest industry trends and technologies to provide innovative and forward-thinking solutions
- Participating in client meetings and presentations to articulate technical concepts and demonstrate the value of the proposed solutions
- Working with customers, sales resources, and technical experts to create impactful product demonstration capabilities
- Participating in the prioritization and planning of implementation activities in the region
- Communicating key opportunity details to a wide range of audiences both commercial and technical, internal and external, from user level to executive
- Leading initiatives and projects of large scope and impact
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
To be successful in this role you will:
- Have a bachelor’s degree from an accredited university or college
- Have Minimum of 10+ years of experience in Digital Oil Field projects
- Proven the ability to influence others and work within multi-disciplinary teams
- Have direct experience overcoming the technical challenges associated with software deployment and digital solutions more broadly
- Have demonstrated ability in oilfield completions, well intervention, or downhole monitoring technology
- Have passion to solve complex customer challenges
- Have desire to be a thought leader and be excited to champion internally and externally
- Have strong sales process understanding and management (pipeline and territory management, customer prioritization and engagement, etc.)
- Have the ability to show and deliver value to the customer
- Have strong oral and written communication skills
- Have strong interpersonal and leadership skills
- Effective problem identification and solutioning skills
- Have Proven analytical and organizational ability
WORKING WITH US
Our people are at the heart of what we do at Baker Hughes. We know we are better when all our people are developed, engaged and able to bring their whole authentic selves to work. We invest in the health and well-being of our workforce, train and reward talent and develop leaders at all levels to bring out the best in each other.
WORKING FOR YOU
Our inventions have revolutionized energy for over a century. But to keep going forward tomorrow, we know we have to push the boundaries today. We prioritize rewarding those who embrace change with a package that reflects how much we value their input. Join us, and you can expect:
- Contemporary work-life balance policies and wellbeing activities
- Comprehensive private medical care options
- Safety net of life insurance and disability programs
- Tailored financial programs
- Additional elected or voluntary benefits
You will be eligible to participate in Company-sponsored benefit programs, including health & welfare programs and the Thrift Plan (401k). You will have a choice of coverage options that best suit your needs. Coverage options and contribution amounts are related to your benefit elections, base salary level, and specific requirements of each of these plans.
This position is eligible for our comprehensive and competitive benefits package, which can be found here, and is further eligible for additional forms of compensation such as bonuses subject to the terms of the applicable benefit plans or policies.
The Baker Hughes internal title for this role is: Digital Technology Advisor - Application Operations Engineering
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Technical Pre Sales Jobs
Target enterprise software and infrastructure companies
Large enterprise software vendors, cloud infrastructure providers, and cybersecurity firms sponsor technical pre-sales roles most consistently. These companies have established immigration programs and are familiar with H-1B requirements for solution engineers and pre-sales architects.
Emphasize your technical degree on every application
USCIS approves H-1B petitions for pre-sales roles when applicants hold a degree in computer science, electrical engineering, or a directly related field. Lead with your degree prominently, it's the foundation of the specialty occupation argument your employer will make.
Frame your role as technical, not purely sales
Pre-sales engineers face more scrutiny than software developers because the title sounds commercial. Highlight technical responsibilities: architecting solutions, running proof-of-concept engagements, and producing technical documentation. This framing strengthens the specialty occupation case significantly.
Ask about cap-exempt employers early
Universities, nonprofit research institutions, and affiliated entities are exempt from the H-1B lottery. Some pre-sales roles exist at these organizations. If you've missed a lottery cycle, cap-exempt employers offer a direct path to H-1B status without waiting for the next registration period.
Consider the O-1A if you have documented achievements
Pre-sales engineers with speaking engagements, published technical content, industry awards, or a track record of high-value enterprise deals may qualify for the O-1A. This visa has no cap and no lottery, making it a strong alternative if your H-1B petition faces complications.
Browse Migrate Mate before applying broadly
Not every company that posts pre-sales roles is willing to sponsor. Migrate Mate filters jobs to surface employers with an active sponsorship history, saving you from applying to postings that will stall at the offer stage when you mention visa requirements.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does technical pre-sales qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
Yes, when the role demonstrably requires a bachelor's degree or higher in a specific technical field such as computer science, engineering, or information technology. The challenge is that USCIS scrutinizes pre-sales roles more than pure engineering positions, because the duties blend technical and commercial responsibilities. Your employer's petition needs to clearly document that the technical requirements drive the role, not the sales component.
Which visa types do technical pre-sales engineers typically get sponsored for?
The H-1B visa is the most common path, followed by the O-1A for candidates with strong professional recognition. L-1B is an option if you're transferring from a foreign affiliate of a U.S. company and have specialized knowledge of the employer's products or architecture. The TN visa covers pre-sales roles for Canadian and Mexican nationals when the position maps to an approved NAFTA/USMCA occupation category.
What degree does a technical pre-sales engineer need to get sponsored?
A bachelor's degree in computer science, electrical engineering, information systems, or a closely related technical discipline is the standard requirement. Degrees in business with a technology minor are unlikely to satisfy USCIS's specialty occupation standard on their own. If your degree field is adjacent rather than directly related, relevant certifications and work history in a technical domain can strengthen the petition, but the degree field still matters significantly.
How do I find technical pre-sales jobs that actually offer visa sponsorship?
Most job postings don't advertise sponsorship availability clearly, which means you often find out late in the process. Migrate Mate curates roles specifically for candidates who need sponsorship, so you can focus your search on employers already open to the process. This is especially useful for pre-sales roles, where sponsorship willingness varies widely by company size and industry.
Are technical pre-sales roles at higher risk of H-1B denial than engineering roles?
They can be. USCIS has issued RFEs and denials for pre-sales petitions where the job description emphasized revenue targets, client relationship management, or business development over technical duties. Approval rates improve substantially when the petition documents specific technical tasks: solution architecture, integration design, product demonstration engineering, and technical documentation. Companies with prior approvals for the same role title are a safer bet than those sponsoring the title for the first time.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Technical Pre Sales 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.