Technical Business Analyst (Contract)
Racine, WI
Contracted
Entry Level
Twin Disc is seeking a skilled Technical Business Analyst to bridge the gap between business needs and technical solutions within our enterprise business systems environment. This role plays a critical part in analyzing, designing, configuring, developing, and supporting enterprise applications while ensuring alignment with business goals and IT standards.
You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, guide business partners through system improvements, and support technical initiatives that enhance efficiency across the organization.
Key Responsibilities
Strategy & Planning
- Partner with decision makers, system owners, and end users to define business, financial, and operational requirements.
- Participate in prototyping sessions to improve business processes and workflows.
- Review and assess current systems to identify gaps, inefficiencies, and enhancement opportunities.
- Assist in planning, designing, developing, and deploying new applications and system enhancements.
- Conduct research on potential software/hardware solutions and provide recommendations.
Operational Management
- Prepare and deliver system reports, recommendations, and alternatives to address operational challenges.
- Partner to help create system design proposals, models, specifications, diagrams, and documentation.
- Ensure compatibility and interoperability of internal computing systems.
- Conduct systems testing, including end-user reviews, for new and modified systems.
- Deliver orientation and training for new and updated systems.
Technical Responsibilities
- Support enterprise application implementations, upgrades, and enhancements.
- Translate business requirements into functional and technical specifications.
- Perform system configuration and module setup for various enterprise applications.
- Conduct data analysis using SQL and other tools; guide data conversion efforts.
- Maintain technical documentation, design specs, and test plans.
- Provide support and training to end users and junior team members.
Collaboration & Communication
- Work closely with business units to optimize enterprise system usage.
- Participate in problem-solving discussions and assist stakeholders with system issues.
- Effectively communicate complex technical concepts in user-friendly terms.
Qualifications
Education & Experience
- BA/BS in MIS, Computer Science, or related field.
- Minimum of 1-3 years of experience in business applications in a techno-functional capacity.
- New graduates with a relevant internship experience are encouraged to apply.
- Proven experience in at least one full-cycle enterprise application implementation or major upgrade (preferred)
Technical Skills
- Understanding of major business application development cycles, scripting, relational tables, and full SDLC.
- Proficiency with MS Office / O365.
- Experience with ERP, CRM, BI, and EPM systems.
- Knowledge of enterprise system developer/configuration tools.
- Ability to design custom functions (composite screens, workflows, UI restructuring).
- Knowledge of relational table design, data conversion, and SQL-based analysis.
Communication & Interpersonal Skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong presentation and end-user training capabilities.
- Ability to work effectively across diverse personality types and skill levels.
Preferred Knowledge & Attributes
- Experience in a global, publicly traded manufacturing company.
- Strong analytical, organizational, and time-management abilities.
- Familiarity with business process modeling, Agile, and SDLC methodologies.
- Ability to translate business needs into technical solutions.
- Prior experience working in global or multi-site enterprise technology environments.
Work Environment
- Primary work location: Racine, Wisconsin.
- Travel between local plants as needed.
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