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Get Access To All JobsAt 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: Technical Support Team Lead
As a Variable Frequency Drive (VFD) Support Specialist, you will be responsible for providing technical support to ABB Customers/ End users, Sales Channel, Product Management Teams, and ABB Drive Services. The area of technical support includes but is not limited to Variable Frequency Drives, 3 Phase Power, System Control Wiring, and Connectivity. The work model for the role is: Hybrid in New Berlin, WI / Remote
Your role and responsibilities:
- Provide technical support via phone & email for common problems related to the application of Low Voltage Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs). This includes but isn't limited to assisting customers and field techs with commissioning, troubleshooting, and warranty evaluations.
- Assist customers with drive programming, parameter configuration, communication, and integration with control systems.
- Collaborate with engineering, field service, sales, and product teams to resolve complex technical issues.
- Collaborate with the warranty team to initiate the fulfillment of warranty replacements and labor authorization for warranty repairs.
- Maintain detailed documentation of support cases, solutions, and best practices using Salesforce Case Management among other tools.
- Stay current with VFD technologies, software updates, and industry trends.
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 and 4 years of relevant Electrical, Technical experience OR associate’s degree and 6 years of relevant Electrical, Technical experience OR High School Diploma/GED and 8 years of relevant Electrical, Technical experience required.
- Knowledge of how Variable Frequency Drives work, required.
- Have a firm understanding in the principles of electricity. Must be able to apply these principles in the troubleshooting of drives.
- Ability to respond to inquiries from customers and communicate effectively in English, both verbal and written. Must be computer-literate.
- Candidates must already have a work authorization that would permit them to work for ABB in the US.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Knowledge of, or direct experience with motors, and/or control system wiring and communication protocols (Modbus, BACnet etc.)
- Previous experience troubleshooting a technical product over the phone.
More About Us
ABB Drive Products serves the industries and infrastructure segments with world-class drives and programmable logic controllers (PLC). With its products, global scale and local presence, the Division helps customers to improve energy efficiency, productivity and safety.
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.
While base salary is determined by things such as the successful applicant’s qualifications and experience, this position is expected to pay between $58,500 and $93,600 annually.
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.
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: Technical Support Team Lead
As a Variable Frequency Drive (VFD) Support Specialist, you will be responsible for providing technical support to ABB Customers/ End users, Sales Channel, Product Management Teams, and ABB Drive Services. The area of technical support includes but is not limited to Variable Frequency Drives, 3 Phase Power, System Control Wiring, and Connectivity. The work model for the role is: Hybrid in New Berlin, WI / Remote
Your role and responsibilities:
- Provide technical support via phone & email for common problems related to the application of Low Voltage Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs). This includes but isn't limited to assisting customers and field techs with commissioning, troubleshooting, and warranty evaluations.
- Assist customers with drive programming, parameter configuration, communication, and integration with control systems.
- Collaborate with engineering, field service, sales, and product teams to resolve complex technical issues.
- Collaborate with the warranty team to initiate the fulfillment of warranty replacements and labor authorization for warranty repairs.
- Maintain detailed documentation of support cases, solutions, and best practices using Salesforce Case Management among other tools.
- Stay current with VFD technologies, software updates, and industry trends.
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 and 4 years of relevant Electrical, Technical experience OR associate’s degree and 6 years of relevant Electrical, Technical experience OR High School Diploma/GED and 8 years of relevant Electrical, Technical experience required.
- Knowledge of how Variable Frequency Drives work, required.
- Have a firm understanding in the principles of electricity. Must be able to apply these principles in the troubleshooting of drives.
- Ability to respond to inquiries from customers and communicate effectively in English, both verbal and written. Must be computer-literate.
- Candidates must already have a work authorization that would permit them to work for ABB in the US.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Knowledge of, or direct experience with motors, and/or control system wiring and communication protocols (Modbus, BACnet etc.)
- Previous experience troubleshooting a technical product over the phone.
More About Us
ABB Drive Products serves the industries and infrastructure segments with world-class drives and programmable logic controllers (PLC). With its products, global scale and local presence, the Division helps customers to improve energy efficiency, productivity and safety.
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.
While base salary is determined by things such as the successful applicant’s qualifications and experience, this position is expected to pay between $58,500 and $93,600 annually.
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.
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.
How to Get Visa Sponsorship as a Technical Support Specialist
Target enterprise software and SaaS employers
Large SaaS companies and enterprise software vendors sponsor Technical Support Specialists far more often than small IT shops. These employers have established immigration workflows and are familiar with H-1B and TN petition requirements for technical roles.
Make your degree field explicit on your resume
USCIS requires a degree in a directly related field for specialty occupation approval. Listing 'B.S. Computer Science' or 'B.S. Information Technology' prominently helps visa officers and hiring managers immediately confirm your petition qualifies without additional scrutiny.
Highlight technical depth, not just ticket volume
Sponsorship approvals depend on proving the role requires specialized knowledge. Emphasize scripting, API troubleshooting, network diagnostics, or platform-specific expertise rather than general helpdesk tasks, which are harder to defend as specialty occupation work.
Canadian and Mexican nationals should consider TN status
TN visa classification covers Computer Systems Analysts, a category that encompasses many Technical Support Specialist roles. TN status has no lottery, no cap, and can be processed at the border, making it significantly faster than H-1B for eligible nationals.
Ask recruiters about Tier 2 and escalation team roles
Tier 2 and Tier 3 Technical Support roles carry stronger specialty occupation arguments than Tier 1 helpdesk positions. When applying, specifically target escalation, enterprise support, or solutions engineering tracks where degree requirements are explicit and enforceable.
Browse sponsor-verified listings on Migrate Mate
Not every employer who posts a Technical Support role is willing to sponsor. Migrate Mate filters listings by verified sponsorship willingness, saving you from spending time on applications where visa support was never an option from the start.
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Does a Technical Support Specialist role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
It depends on how the role is structured. Tier 2 and Tier 3 support roles that require a bachelor's degree in computer science, information technology, or a related field generally qualify. Generic Tier 1 helpdesk positions, where any degree satisfies the requirement, are harder to defend. The job description must establish that a specific technical degree is a minimum requirement, not a preference.
What visa types are available for Technical Support Specialists seeking sponsorship?
H-1B is the most common path for nationals from countries without a treaty arrangement. Australian citizens can pursue the E-3, which has no lottery and allows two-year renewable status. Canadian and Mexican nationals may qualify for TN status under the Computer Systems Analyst category. Each option has different processing timelines and employer filing requirements, so confirming eligibility before applying saves significant time.
Do I need a computer science degree specifically, or will any bachelor's degree work?
USCIS looks for a degree in a field directly related to the job duties. Computer science, information technology, computer engineering, and management information systems are the strongest fits. A general business or unrelated degree is unlikely to support a successful petition unless the employer can demonstrate the specific technical knowledge required is equivalent. Work experience can substitute for formal education in some circumstances using the three-for-one equivalency rule.
How can I find Technical Support Specialist jobs where employers are actually willing to sponsor?
Most general job boards don't filter by genuine sponsorship willingness, which means you often spend time on applications where sponsorship was never available. Migrate Mate is built specifically for this, showing Technical Support Specialist roles from employers who have confirmed they're open to visa sponsorship. Filtering by role and visa type on Migrate Mate reduces wasted applications significantly.
Can I switch employers mid-status if I'm already in the U.S. on an H-1B as a Technical Support Specialist?
Yes. H-1B portability allows you to start working for a new employer as soon as they file an H-1B transfer petition on your behalf, without waiting for approval, provided your current H-1B was approved and you've maintained valid status. The new employer files Form I-129 with the same specialty occupation documentation. There's no lottery requirement for transfers, and your existing approved status carries over during the process.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Technical Support 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.
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