Systems Architect
Kohler Energy Group

Systems Architect

Location: Hybrid with flexible in office days

The HR Systems Architect will be an integral part of the team that supports and enhances processes and systems, primarily with Workday, ADP, SAP, and Workbrain, for the Human Resources (HR) and Legal organizations.

The ideal candidate will possess a robust background in designing, implementing, and maintaining complex systems, with a particular focus on HR technologies (payroll, HCM, talent, time and attendance, workforce management, and benefits). This role demands a deep understanding of system architecture principles, HR expertise, exceptional problem-solving skills, and the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities:

• Design, implement, and maintain Rehlko information systems and programs to enhance business effectiveness, solve problems, and create new opportunities to achieve business goals.
• Prepare systems and program specifications, test criteria, project control, and management reporting.
• Architect, design, and build software solutions through development and/or configuration.
• Develop and monitor policies, procedures, and standards documents.
• Write and execute scripts to control the execution of systems.
• Collaborate with business team management and end users to understand system requirements and solutions.
• Direct, schedule, motivate, and coordinate the activities of other IT staff, end users, and vendor partners as needed.
• Provide timely support to end users by responding to incidents and requests.
• Coordinate systems enhancement activities.
• Act as a mentor to Systems Analysts.
• Demonstrate a high level of competence in system design and program coding.

Functional Skills:

• Provide competent and positive leadership on systems projects, including those with significant cross-functional content.
• Control project scope, schedule, and quality within the defined budget to meet objectives.
• Offer analysis, counsel, and direction to business partners when analyzing issues and developing solutions.
• Ensure the efficient operation of new and existing systems and applications.
• Maintain an understanding of business processes and the implications of technology on these processes.
• Assist, direct, schedule, coordinate, and evaluate the efforts of end users and vendor personnel assigned to systems projects.
• Utilize appropriate resources across the organization to meet project goals and priorities.
• Lead and own the architectural design of complex systems, ensuring alignment with business goals and technical requirements.
• Oversee the entire Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC), from initial planning through to deployment and maintenance.
• Provide inputs for project review meetings and management presentations, including architecture and design reviews, project scheduling, test plans, system and program tactics and methods, system controls, procedures, documentation, and system implementation plans.
• Provide project status updates.
• Comply with Systems Development standards, procedures, guidelines, priorities, and schedules.
• Utilize software architecture design patterns.
  
• Develop detailed functional program specifications.
• Create system documentation and user procedures, including end-user mapping.
• Prepare test data and test plans.
• Coordinate and perform system testing.
• Coordinate and perform system and program implementation and modification.
• Research systems and programs to determine causes of failure or poor operational performance; define, test, and implement detailed solutions.
  
• Participate in educational programs and professional societies related to analysis, leadership skills, computing technology, and systems methodologies.
  
• Conduct educational programs for company associates related to new and existing technology applications.
  
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills/Requirements

Preferred Education:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, related field or equivalent experience.

Extensive IT Experience:

• 9 years+ of IT experience, including a minimum of 5 years in system design, architecture development, and technical leadership roles for HR solutions within a global company or in a consulting capacity.

• Highly advanced technical skills are essential.

Implementation Expertise:

• At least 5 years of experience in implementing medium to large-scale HR modules, preferably with Workday, ADP, SAP, SAP HR Mini Master, and Workbrain.

Technical Proficiency:

• Demonstrated expertise and a proven track record of accomplishments in multiple IT technology areas.

• Advanced knowledge of integrating various technologies.

Technical Skills:

• Proficiency in the software development life cycle (SDLC), cloud technologies, Design Thinking, Agile methodology and business processes.

Desirable Experience:

• Experience with applications such as MuleSoft, Azure Data Lake, and bswift is highly desirable.

Competency Requirements:

Teamwork:
Integral team member, acting as a mentee or mentor.
Contributes ideas respectfully, takes direction, and supports team commitments.
Leads assigned project work.

Professional Competence:
Seeks industry trend information and pursues recommended training.
Detail-oriented with high-quality work supporting team initiatives.
Strong technical skills, IT process knowledge, and business process understanding.
Demonstrates strengths in technical or project leadership skills.
Focus on the End Customer.
Identifies missed opportunities and communicates scope changes.
Challenges questionable business process changes.

Initiative/Taking Responsibility:
Takes ownership of tasks, learns from mistakes, and maintains a positive attitude.
Shows strong initiative to progress within the organization.

Communication:
Effectively conveys information, listens actively, tailors presentations, and is persuasive.

Builds Trust:
Establishes and maintains partnerships, considers others' ideas, and is sought after for team membership.

Set High Standards of Performance:
Demonstrates process knowledge and functional expertise.
Capable of leading major projects.

Drive Continuous Improvement:
Develops practical systems scope, challenges obsolete practices, and identifies improvement opportunities.

* Applicants must be authorized to work in the US without requiring sponsorship now or in the future.

The salary range for this position is $107,650 - $137,150.00. The specific salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including the candidate's experience, their education, and the work location. Available benefits include medical, dental, vision & 401k.

Why Work at Rehlko?
A global leader in energy resilience, Rehlko delivers innovative energy solutions critical to sustain and improve life across home energy, industrial energy systems, and powertrain technologies, by delivering control, resilience, and innovation. Leveraging the strength of its portfolio of businesses - Power Systems, Home Energy, Kohler Uninterruptible Power, Clarke Energy, Heila Technologies, Curtis Instruments, and Engines, and more than a century of industry leadership, Rehlko builds resilience where and when the grid cannot, and goes beyond functional, individual recovery to create better lives and communities, and a more durable and reliable energy future. For more details, learn more at Rehlko.com.

In addition to the investment in your development, Rehlko offers a benefits package including a competitive salary, health, vision, dental, 401(k) with company matching, and more!

About Us
Beyond the competitive benefits and compensation, Rehlko proudly offers a rich history, steeped in creativity and a commitment to our associates and communities.

It is Rehlko's policy to recruit, hire, and promote qualified personnel in all job classifications without regard to race, creed, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran. If, as an individual with a disability, you need reasonable accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact EnergyJobs@kohler.com. Rehlko is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

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