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Technical Sales Specialist roles attract strong H-1B visa and O-1 visa sponsorship from enterprise software, medical device, and industrial equipment companies. The role qualifies as a specialty occupation when tied to a specific technical domain, making employer sponsorship straightforward for candidates with a matching bachelor's degree. For detailed occupation requirements, see the O*NET profile.
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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:
Instrumentation Sales Manager
Your role and responsibilities
In this role, you will have the opportunity to lead the strategic targeting and sales of Instrumentation products across the United States. Drive ABB's market presence through technical expertise and exceptional customer engagement.
The work model for the role is: Remote with preferred living location in TX, NM, or OK. The position requires up to 30% - 50% travel to customer locations based on living location. #LI-Remote
This role is contributing to the sales of the ABB Instrumentation portfolio across the US.
Roles and responsibilities:
- Present fit-for-purpose ABB Flow Instrumentation portfolio tailored to customer applications
- Ensures the major upstream Flow Instrumentation accounts in the US are identified and prioritized. May act as Account Manager for Automation accounts in conjunction with the local Account Manager and possibly for accounts across the country and around the world.
- Responsible for achieving key targets (e.g. volume, price, and mix) for instrumentation solutions in the US. Create detailed business plans, implements with regular follow-up.
- Monitor market trends and recommend adjustments for the strategy and plans accordingly to meet changing market and competitive landscapes. Provides appropriate market information for long- to mid-term decision making.
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 with 10+ Years of Experience or Associate's Degree/High School Diploma (or equivalent) and 12+ years’ relevant experience
- 7+ years of experience in measurement and flow measurement required, proving experience strongly preferred
- Ability to develop and implement structured sales processes and strategies that improve efficiency and lead to winning team; obsessive focus on end users and customers’ wants, needs, goals and objectives
- Ability and willingness to travel up to 50% of the time depending on home location and customer targets and project / EPC offices for main targeted areas.
- Candidates must already have a work authorization that would permit them to work permanently for ABB in the US.
What's in it for you
We empower you to take initiative, challenge ideas, and lead with confidence. You’ll grow through meaningful work, continuous learning, and support that’s tailored to your goals. Every idea you share and every action you take contributes to something bigger.
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]
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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. Salaried exempt positions are provided vacation under a permissive time away policy.
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Target employers with a history of H-1B filings
Enterprise software companies, medical device manufacturers, and industrial equipment firms file H-1B petitions for Technical Sales Specialists regularly. Prioritizing employers with consistent filing histories significantly increases your odds of securing sponsorship.
Align your degree field to the technical domain
USCIS requires your degree to match the technical subject matter of the role. A computer science degree supports software sales; a biomedical engineering degree supports medical device sales. Mismatched degrees are the most common reason petitions get challenged.
Emphasize technical depth in your application materials
Sponsoring employers need to demonstrate the role requires specialized knowledge. Highlight certifications, technical training, and domain expertise in your resume to strengthen the specialty occupation argument in the H-1B petition.
Clarify sponsorship eligibility early in conversations
Raise visa sponsorship in the second or third interview, after demonstrating your technical value. Framing it as a straightforward process for qualified candidates with a matching degree keeps the conversation productive and avoids early rejection.
Consider Australian candidates for the E-3 visa advantage
Australian Technical Sales Specialists can bypass the H-1B lottery entirely using the E-3 visa. It offers the same work authorization with a dedicated annual allocation that has never been fully used, making approval far more predictable.
Browse Migrate Mate for pre-vetted sponsoring employers
Migrate Mate lists Technical Sales Specialist roles from employers already open to visa sponsorship. Filtering by sponsorship willingness saves significant time compared to applying broadly and discovering sponsorship limitations late in the hiring process.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Technical Sales Specialist role qualify for H-1B sponsorship?
Yes, but qualification depends on how the role is defined. USCIS requires a specialty occupation, meaning the position must normally require a bachelor's degree in a specific field. Technical Sales Specialist roles tied to a defined technical domain, such as software, biomedical devices, or industrial engineering, typically qualify. Generalist sales roles without a required technical degree field face higher denial risk.
What degree do I need for a Technical Sales Specialist visa sponsorship?
Your degree must align with the technical subject matter of the products or services you're selling. A computer science or information systems degree supports software sales roles; an engineering or life sciences degree supports hardware or medical device roles. A general business or marketing degree alone is unlikely to satisfy the specialty occupation requirement without additional technical coursework or a matching minor.
Are Technical Sales Specialist roles included in the H-1B lottery?
Yes, most Technical Sales Specialist positions fall under the standard H-1B visa cap, which means registrations are selected by lottery each March for an October 1 start date. If you're an Australian citizen, the E-3 visa offers an alternative without a lottery. If you hold a U.S. master's degree, you're entered into the advanced degree pool first, which historically has a higher selection rate than the regular cap.
How can I find Technical Sales Specialist jobs that offer visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for this search. It lists Technical Sales Specialist openings from employers who are open to visa sponsorship, so you're not wasting applications on companies that will decline at the offer stage. Filtering by role and sponsorship status narrows your pipeline to realistic opportunities faster than searching general job boards.
Can I switch employers while on an H-1B as a Technical Sales Specialist?
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 USCIS approval, as long as your current H-1B is valid and you're moving to a similarly qualifying role. The new employer must file Form I-129, and the technical specialty occupation requirement must still be satisfied by the new position's job duties and your degree.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Technical Sales Specialist 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.