Vulcan Elements is manufacturing American rare-earth permanent magnets for a secure, resilient future. With a focus on national security and economic resiliency, we serve critical industries such as defense, aerospace, and automotive powering a high-technology future. Vulcan Elements is building a team of ambitious professionals committed to Mission Focus, Technical Excellence and Integrity.
As an Business Systems Engineer, you will support the implementation, integration, and ongoing improvement of business applications and internally developed software across Vulcan Elements. This role combines IT systems administration, application support, and lightweight software development to improve business operations and manufacturing processes. You will work closely with internal departments to manage applications, troubleshoot technical issues, and contribute to internal development projects, including Human Resources Information Systems (HRIS), Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS), and AI-related initiatives.
Responsibilities
- Support the implementation, configuration, maintenance, and continuous improvement of enterprise applications, including HRIS, LIMS, and other business and manufacturing systems.
- Develop, maintain, and troubleshoot integrations between internal and third-party applications using APIs, scripts, and other integration tools.
- Support company-developed applications and code repositories by troubleshooting issues, modifying existing code, implementing improvements, and assisting with software releases.
- Contribute to internal AI initiatives and automation projects by supporting application development, maintaining existing solutions, and integrating new capabilities into business workflows.
- Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, and operations teams to troubleshoot and improve software applications supporting production and laboratory operations.
- Investigate and resolve application issues, integration failures, and software-related problems in coordination with internal teams and external vendors.
- Maintain technical documentation for applications, integrations, code changes, system configurations, and operational procedures.
- Work with IT, HR, Engineering, Operations, and other departments to understand business requirements and implement technical solutions.
Responsibilities and tasks outlined are not exhaustive and may change as determined by the needs of the business.
Qualifications
- 3+ years of experience in IT systems, application support, systems analysis, software integration, or a related technical role.
- Working knowledge of Python, PowerShell, JavaScript, or similar languages, with the ability to write scripts, troubleshoot code, and modify existing applications.
- Experience working with REST APIs, JSON, and application integrations.
- Familiarity with Git, code repositories, version control, and basic software testing and deployment processes.
- Understanding of IT systems, authentication, access management, and application troubleshooting.
- Ability to investigate technical issues, identify root causes, and implement practical solutions.
- Ability to work with technical and nontechnical stakeholders to understand requirements and translate business needs into technical solutions.
Must be a U.S. Person due to required access to U.S. export-controlled information or facilities.
Preferred Qualifications
- Familiarity with Microsoft Azure, Entra ID, SQL databases, AI-assisted development tools, or manufacturing software environments.
Physical and Environmental Requirements
The position requires regular presence on the production floor and the ability to navigate all areas of the facility. Candidates must be able to climb stairs, stand and walk for extended periods, and work in environments that may be hot, humid, or noisy. The role also requires the use of personal protective equipment, including respirators, and adherence to all applicable safety policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements. Employees must be able to complete required fit testing, wear appropriate PPE for the duration of assigned tasks, and respond safely to changing conditions within the production environment.