Data Management Specialist

Optimal Inc.

$70K — $95K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 3+ years in Data Analysis and Reporting
  • Experience with engineering or manufacturing organizations
  • Expertise in Power BI for reporting and dashboard development
  • Strong skills in data mining, trend analysis, and KPI reporting
  • Bachelor's Degree in a technical field; Master's preferred

Responsibilities

  • Analyze engineering and cost datasets to derive insights
  • Develop and maintain Power BI dashboards for data visualization
  • Automate reporting processes to enhance efficiency
  • Track implementation of cost-saving initiatives and milestones
  • Support engineering review meetings with status updates
  • Improve methodologies for reporting and data visibility
  • Ensure integrity and accuracy of data management

Benefits

  • Hybrid work status allowing flexibility in work environment
  • Opportunity to engage with cross-functional teams
  • Role supports cost-reduction initiatives impacting the organization
  • Development of advanced data analytics and reporting skills
  • Collaboration with engineering and manufacturing professionals to enhance industry experience
Full Job Description
Job Title
Data Management Specialist

Position Description:
Engineering Data Analytics Specialist - Powertrain Programs. The Engineering Data Analytics Specialist supports Technical Value Management (TVM) initiatives across powertrain engineering organizations by providing data analysis, reporting, dashboard development, and project tracking support. The role enables engineering teams to achieve cost-reduction objectives through actionable insights derived from engineering and cost-related data. This position requires strong Power BI expertise, advanced analytical skills, and the ability to transform large datasets into executive-level reporting and business intelligence tools. The individual will work closely with engineering, manufacturing, product development, and program teams to monitor cost-saving initiatives, track implementation progress, and improve reporting efficiency.

Key responsibilities include:
Analyzing engineering and cost-related datasets.
Performing data mining and trend analysis.
Developing and maintaining Power BI dashboards.
Creating executive-level visualizations and reports.
Automating reporting processes.
Tracking cost-saving initiatives and project milestones.
Supporting engineering review meetings and status reporting.
Improving reporting methodologies and data visibility.
Developing standardized metrics and KPI reporting systems.
Maintaining data integrity and validating data accuracy.

Skills Required:
Data Analytics & Reporting
Power BI (Required)
Advanced Microsoft Excel
Data Analysis
Data Mining
Dashboard Development
KPI Reporting
Trend Analysis
Data Modeling
Data Cleansing
Data Validation
Executive Reporting Program & Project Support
Meeting Coordination
Action Item Tracking
Workplan Management
Milestone Tracking
Project Tracking
Cross-Functional Communication Business Intelligence
Data Visualization
Reporting Automation
Quantitative Analysis
Data Integrity Management
Business Insights Development

Skills Preferred:
SQL
Power Query
DAX
SharePoint
Power Automate
AI-Based Reporting Tools
AI Analytics Platforms
Cost Reduction Program Support
Automotive Industry Experience
Powertrain Engineering Support Experience

Experience Required:
3+ years of experience in: Data Analysis, Reporting, Engineering Analytics
Experience supporting: Engineering organizations or Manufacturing organizations or Automotive organizations or Product Development organizations
Experience managing large datasets.
Experience creating executive-level reports and dashboards.
Experience developing reporting metrics and analytics tools.
Experience supporting cross-functional teams and project activities.

Experience Preferred:
Automotive industry experience.
Powertrain engineering support experience.
Experience supporting Technical Value Management (TVM) initiatives.
Experience supporting cost-reduction programs.
Experience with advanced Power BI development.
Experience using Power Query and DAX.
Experience with workflow automation tools.
Experience utilizing AI-driven reporting and analytics solutions.

Education Required:
Bachelor's Degree in Engineering Data Analytics, Information Systems, Computer Science, Industrial Engineering or Related Technical Field

Education Preferred:
Master's degree in Data Analytics, Engineering, Information Systems, Business Analytics, or related field.

Additional Information :
WORK STATUS: HYBRID
Key Success Factors: Strong Power BI dashboard development expertise. Ability to analyze large, complex datasets and present findings to leadership. Strong reporting automation and business intelligence capabilities. Experience supporting engineering and manufacturing organizations. Ability to track multiple projects and cost-saving initiatives simultaneously. Strong communication and organizational skills

Similar Jobs

More Jobs at Optimal Inc.

More Manufacturing & Automotive Jobs

Find similar Data Management Specialist jobs: