Enterprise Applications Configuration Analyst

Software Configurator / Enterprise Applications Specialist

Location: Jackson, MI (Hybrid – 3 days onsite per week) (local or someone who can relocate)

Department: IT – Enterprise Applications

Job type: 12+ months of contract

Client: Consumers Energy

Interview Process: 30–60-minute Microsoft Teams interview

Interview Timeline: ASAP

Position Overview

We are seeking a technically hands-on Software Configurator / Enterprise Applications Specialist to support the configuration, integration, implementation, and maintenance of enterprise Commercial Off-the-Shelf (COTS) software applications.

This position supports enterprise applications used across Energy Generation, Project Management, and Real Estate. The ideal candidate will have experience working directly with enterprise software platforms, translating business requirements into technical configurations, and independently troubleshooting application-related issues.

This is not a traditional Business Analyst or pure Software Developer position. The hiring manager is looking for someone who can understand business needs and personally perform the technical configuration, testing, integration, and validation of software solutions.

The role is approximately:

• 30% Business requirements gathering and stakeholder engagement
• 60% Technical application configuration, integration, and testing
• 10% Solution validation and implementation support

Applications Supported

The team currently supports the following enterprise applications:

• Oracle Primavera P6
• Oracle Primavera Unifier
• Hitachi Energy eSOMS
• Pandell land and property management applications

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with business stakeholders to gather, analyze, and translate business requirements into technical application configurations.
• Perform hands-on configuration, technical setup, implementation, and integration of enterprise COTS applications.
• Evaluate application capabilities and determine how existing functionality can be configured to meet business needs.
• Understand and troubleshoot application integrations, network connectivity, and security protocols.
• Develop test scenarios, execute testing, and validate application configurations and system functionality.
• Create technical solution diagrams and document how application functionality aligns with business requirements.
• Investigate and resolve production issues, application defects, and system maintenance needs.
• Support application implementations, enhancements, and ongoing improvements.
• Participate in a modified Agile/Scrum development environment and collaborate with cross-functional IT teams.

Required Qualifications & Skills

• Demonstrated experience configuring and integrating enterprise COTS applications.
• Hands-on technical experience with enterprise software platforms, including application setup, configuration, and troubleshooting.
• Understanding of software integrations, network connectivity, and security protocols.
• Knowledge of the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC), requirements gathering, and software testing methodologies.
• Ability to interpret technical documentation and independently perform application configurations.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with both technical teams and business stakeholders.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Oracle enterprise applications, particularly Primavera P6 and/or Primavera Unifier.
• Familiarity with project management systems, project controls processes, and project financials.
• Experience supporting SAP integrations or connecting enterprise applications with SAP.
• Familiarity with Agile/Scrum methodologies.
• Scripting or software development experience.

Team Environment

The position is part of an IT team responsible for supporting and enhancing enterprise applications across multiple business functions.

The existing team consists of:

• Three Software Configurators
• One Hybrid Developer/Configurator
• One Scrum Master

The team is experiencing increased project demand and supporting additional enterprise systems, creating the need for another technically skilled configurator.

Interview Process

• Format: Microsoft Teams
• Duration: 30–60 minutes
• Timeline: Interviews to be scheduled ASAP.