Database Specialist

La Grange, IL 60525

Employment Type: Contract Job Category: Database Management Job Number: 48045068 Compensation: $42-45 / hour

Job Description

**We are currently seeking candidates who are based in or near La Grange, IL, as this role requires an on-site presence. Relocation is not available at this time.**
**Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. This employer does not provide visa sponsorship now or in the future **

Title: Database Specialist
 
Location: La Grange, IL – 100% Onsite
 
Duration and hire type: Contract to Hire
 
Overview: Sterling Engineering/Staffing is currently looking for a Database Specialist for one of our clients in the La Grange, IL area. Sterling has a rich history of delivering top talent to our clients. We are a nationwide Staffing Firm with over 100 clients and works primarily with Fortune 1000 corporations.
 
Hourly Rate: $40-45/hr

Benefits: As a Contract Employee of Sterling, you are eligible to receive a Full Employee Benefits Package that includes Paid Time off, Paid Holidays, 3 Medical Plans to choose from, Dental, & Vision Plans, 401(k), and an Employee Stock Ownership (ESOP) Plan.

Job Description:
Administration of engineering database tools to improve the efficiency of the engineering department. Work with business departments to develop and support reporting for business users by transforming raw data into meaningful insights.
 
Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Maintain the Client Specifications Database (Homegrown Oracle Database)
  • Work with existing developer team on platform migration and addition of new functionality
  • Maintenance of client master models
  • Drive new client model and repower/modernization specs into the client database
  • Utilize SharePoint to manage and organize engineering department homepage
  • Perform data analysis on ERP systems including LN and SAP, project planning scheduling system
  • Develop PowerBI reports for use in project analysis and management reporting
  • Engage and interact with business users to identify requirements and develop documents for the reporting needs of the business
  • Engage and interact with business users to troubleshoot and resolve reporting issues
  • Escalate top priority, production-critical issues to the appropriate support staff
  • Make recommendations of perceived solutions to potential problem areas and methods for improvement
  • Communicate effectively and perform other tasks as assigned
Education and Training:
  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related technical field
  • Minimum 1-3 years Business Intelligence experience
  • Direct experience with BI/Reporting tools
  • Direct experience with ERP systems, preferably LN and/or SAP
  • Direct experience with data analysis and database administration
  • Direct experience with business requirements development and analysis
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office to include Outlook, Excel, Word; familiarity with SharePoint preferred
Qualifications and Experience:
  • BI and Reporting application experience
  • Database and OS / systems experience
  • Experience with issue tracking and project management software
  • Excellent organizational skills
  • Excellent attention to detail
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
  • Well-developed analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Ability to work well with all levels of management
  • Exercise’s confidentiality and discretion

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.

Meet Your Recruiter

Kajal Patel
Technical Recruiter

Kajal Patel is a dedicated Technical Recruiter specializing in the Transportation industry. With a successful track record at Sterling and a wealth of experience spanning five years in the recruitment field, Kajal is a driving force in talent acquisition.

As a Technical Recruiter in the Transportation sector, Kajal understands the nuances of the industry and the unique demands it entails. Her experience and insights enable her to guide candidates and clients effectively, ensuring a seamless match that benefits all parties involved.

With her experience, Kajal has developed a keen understanding of the recruitment landscape. Her advice to never ghost potential employers and maintain open communication with recruiters is a testament to her professionalism and dedication. Kajal recognizes that such practices can impact immediate opportunities and future prospects, potentially hindering one's career growth.

As one of the most respected names in engineering staffing, Sterling has hundreds of opportunities with top employers. If you’ve got a friend or colleague seeking their next move in engineering, we could have their next opportunity. We offer a referral bonus for every referral that we place. Submit referral now. 

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