Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following: Provide system maintenance services to ensure application availabilityAnalyze existing system(s), propose modification, and implement system improvements. This includes integration between systemsConsult with users to gather information about program needs, objectives, functions, features, and input and output data requirementsAnalyze, define, and document requirements. Analysis will include data, Business Intelligence workflows, logical processes, hardware and operating system environments, system interfaces, internal and external system health checks, controls, and outputs.Use high level programming languages to create system enhancements using specification documentation. Utilize any special programming techniques necessary to achieve the most effective programCoordinate and organize development, testing and implementation plans of vendor supported systems. Consults with and directs application vendors for support and upgradesMonitor performance of programs after implementation, including after-hours supportWrite and maintain documentation to describe program development, logic, coding, testing, changes, and correctionsTrain personnel in end-user departments in any specific procedures necessary to effectively utilize systems and/or dataLead or actively participate in cross functional teams to complete and execute above responsibilities.Competency:To perform the job successfully, an individual should possess the following Knowledge & SkillsSolid understanding of Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES)Ability to grasp integration methods with plant automation devices and systems.Excellent relational database design and management skills including the ability to manage clustered environments and write complex SQL stored procedures (Oracle PL/SQL Preferred)Ability to operate within a LINUX and/or Windows platformInformation technology systems design and structured programming including object-oriented programming conceptsHigh level computer programming languages such as MS Visual Studio .NET (VB.NET, C#), PL/SQL, ASP, HTML, Ability to create custom reports using Crystal Reports or similar productsFamiliar with network and database communicationsAbility to establish and maintain cooperative working relationshipsWilling to travel to support deployments within North AmericaStrong communication skills (oral and written)Strong organizational and time management skillsAbility to provide after-hours supportEducation/Experience:Bachelor's degree required. Preferred major in computer science or computer information systems.3+ years of postgraduate experience or 5 years equivalent experience. Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
Vallourec - North America