Ontrac Solutions Inc
Data Engineer High-Impact ERP Data Project
Ontrac Solutions Inc, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
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Ontrac Solutions Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. Industry:
Private EquityBacked Manufacturing
Location:
Remote (US-Based Preferred)
Start Date:
ASAP
Duration:
36 months with high potential for extension (Phase 2)
Make a Real Impact from Day One
Are you a seasoned
Data Engineer
looking for a project where your work directly drives financial decisions and business transformation? Join us on a high-priority initiative for a PE-backed manufacturer undergoing a major ERP shift. Your mission: help establish a critical monthly inventory valuation process by unlocking data from a legacy AS400 system.
This is a unique opportunity to lead a highly visible, hands-on project from the ground upsolving real business problems, working with engaged stakeholders, and setting the stage for long-term modernization.
What You'll Do
Design & build an interim data extraction pipeline from a legacy AS400 (IBM iSeries) system. Create a monthly book of record for inventory valuation, enabling financial close and business reporting. Engineer a method to lock monthly labor and material inputs for data consistency and audit-readiness. Collaborate directly with finance, ops, and executive stakeholdersno red tape. Set the foundation for Phase 2: advanced visualization and ongoing maintenance.
What You Bring
8+ years of experience as a data engineer or technical data consultant. Solid track record of working with legacy systems, especially AS400/DB2 (strongly preferred). Strong skills in ETL pipeline development, SQL, and handling structured enterprise data. Comfortable working in fast-paced, private equity-backed or high-growth environments. Deep understanding of inventory valuation, cost inputs, or financial close processes. You're a self-starter, comfortable owning deliverables and working independently.
Tech Environment
AS400 / DB2 (preferred), legacy ERPs Python, SQL, Bash/Shell scripting SQL Server, Oracle, Snowflake Git or version control workflows Power BI, Tableau (for future phases)
Why You'll Love This Role
Immediate impact on a business-critical initiative Flexible, remote work setup with autonomy Work with a highly collaborative client team who values technical leadership Opportunity to own a project end-to-end, not just maintain someone else's code Visibility and influence with executive stakeholders Possibility for follow-on work in analytics, visualization, and ERP transformation Seniority level
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Data Engineer High-Impact ERP Data Project
role at
Ontrac Solutions Join to apply for the
Data Engineer High-Impact ERP Data Project
role at
Ontrac Solutions Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. Industry:
Private EquityBacked Manufacturing
Location:
Remote (US-Based Preferred)
Start Date:
ASAP
Duration:
36 months with high potential for extension (Phase 2)
Make a Real Impact from Day One
Are you a seasoned
Data Engineer
looking for a project where your work directly drives financial decisions and business transformation? Join us on a high-priority initiative for a PE-backed manufacturer undergoing a major ERP shift. Your mission: help establish a critical monthly inventory valuation process by unlocking data from a legacy AS400 system.
This is a unique opportunity to lead a highly visible, hands-on project from the ground upsolving real business problems, working with engaged stakeholders, and setting the stage for long-term modernization.
What You'll Do
Design & build an interim data extraction pipeline from a legacy AS400 (IBM iSeries) system. Create a monthly book of record for inventory valuation, enabling financial close and business reporting. Engineer a method to lock monthly labor and material inputs for data consistency and audit-readiness. Collaborate directly with finance, ops, and executive stakeholdersno red tape. Set the foundation for Phase 2: advanced visualization and ongoing maintenance.
What You Bring
8+ years of experience as a data engineer or technical data consultant. Solid track record of working with legacy systems, especially AS400/DB2 (strongly preferred). Strong skills in ETL pipeline development, SQL, and handling structured enterprise data. Comfortable working in fast-paced, private equity-backed or high-growth environments. Deep understanding of inventory valuation, cost inputs, or financial close processes. You're a self-starter, comfortable owning deliverables and working independently.
Tech Environment
AS400 / DB2 (preferred), legacy ERPs Python, SQL, Bash/Shell scripting SQL Server, Oracle, Snowflake Git or version control workflows Power BI, Tableau (for future phases)
Why You'll Love This Role
Immediate impact on a business-critical initiative Flexible, remote work setup with autonomy Work with a highly collaborative client team who values technical leadership Opportunity to own a project end-to-end, not just maintain someone else's code Visibility and influence with executive stakeholders Possibility for follow-on work in analytics, visualization, and ERP transformation Seniority level
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