Analyst IV - Information Technology

Carpenter Technology Corporation•Reading, PA

About The Position

Carpenter Technology Corporation is a leading producer and distributor of premium specialty alloys, including titanium alloys, nickel and cobalt based superalloys, stainless steels, alloy steels and tool steels. Carpenter Technology’s high-performance materials and advanced process solutions are an integral part of critical applications used within the aerospace, transportation, medical and energy markets, among other markets. Building on its history of innovation, Carpenter Technology’s wrought and powder technology capabilities support a range of next-generation products and manufacturing techniques, including novel magnetic materials and additive manufacturing. ANALYST IV – INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES FOR THE ANALYST IV – INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY: Provides an advanced capability in one or more areas of infrastructure management and support or project management. Researches, evaluates, designs, develops, installs, and maintains technology solutions (hardware and software) for the corporate infrastructure using advanced development and system support skill set. Demonstrates sound business, technical and fiscal judgment on behalf of the department and company to recommend and implement solutions to complex infrastructure issues. Manages the physical delivery and ongoing support of complex products/services, applications, network systems and overall solutions. Provides technical leadership in the performance of complex systems upgrades, workstation setups and server configurations. Maintains software and hardware inventories. Assists less experienced Analysts with non-standard requests. Career may advance along a more technical track (e.g. as a network specialist) or in the area of project management. Complexity of assignments and level of supervision is commensurate with the position level and years of experience. Performs all other duties and special projects as assigned. REQUIRED FOR THE ANALYST IV – INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY: Associate’s degree required. Bachelor’s degree preferred. Ten to fifteen years of related experience. Business/Functional Expertise: Interprets internal/external business issues and recommends best practices in own function. Has developed depth and breadth of expertise in own function. Project Management: Effectively manages projects or teams, including coordination of resources outside of own area. Forecasts and plans resource requirements for projects or teams. Financial Management: Monitors and controls costs for own work and may manage costs/budgets for large projects or areas. Broad knowledge of Carpenter IT systems and business. Knowledge of relevant infrastructure technologies including but not limited to: Mainframe operating systems and software Storage hardware and software Network hardware, software, and cabling Network Services – voice and data PC and server hardware and operating systems Problem Solving: Solves complex problems; takes a broad perspective to identify innovative solutions. Customer Focus: Anticipates customer needs; assesses requirements and identifies new solutions. Decision Making: Leads others to resolve complex problems in non-standard situations and develop creative solutions. Interpersonal and leadership skills. Communication skills, written and verbal. Ability to execute project plans and achieve goals. Project management experience. Proven ability to make difficult and timely decisions. Open and candid communications style; willingness to dissent and encourage dissent prior to final decision making. Ability to lead others and to effectively manage team performance. Ability to train and develop other professionals. High responsiveness to customer requests. Ability to organize and prioritize tasks and make appropriate technical and business decisions. The ability to be a team player; routinely influences and leads business improvement efforts. Stay abreast of new technology. Carpenter Technology Company offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package including life, medical, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts, disability coverage, 401k with company contributions as well as many other options to employees. Carpenter Technology Corporation’s policy is to fully and effectively maintain a program of equal employment opportunity and nondiscrimination for all employees, to employ affirmative action for all protected classes, and to recruit and develop the best qualified persons available regardless of age, race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, political affiliation or any other characteristic protected by law. The Company also will recruit, develop and provide opportunities for qualified persons with disabilities and protected veterans. Carpenter Technology Corporation (NYSE: CRS) is a recognized leader in high-performance specialty alloy-based materials and process solutions for critical applications in the aerospace, defense, transportation, energy, industrial, medical, and consumer electronics markets. Founded in 1889, Carpenter has evolved to become a pioneer in premium specialty alloys, including titanium, nickel, and cobalt, as well as alloys specifically engineered for additive manufacturing (AM) processes and soft magnetics applications. Carpenter recently expanded its AM capabilities to provide a complete “powder-to-part” solution to accelerate materials innovation, offer rapid prototyping, and streamline parts production. Carpenter Technology Corporation offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package including life, medical, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts, disability coverage, 401k with company contributions as well as many other options to employees. Learn more Carpenter Technology Corporation is committed to ensuring that its online application process provides an equal employment opportunity to all job seekers, including individuals with disabilities. If you believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or to submit an application, please contact us by emailing [email protected]. We will work to assist disabled job seekers whose disability prevents them from being able to apply online. Only messages sent for this purpose will be considered. A response to your request may take up to 5 business days.

Requirements

Associate’s degree required. Bachelor’s degree preferred.
Ten to fifteen years of related experience.
Business/Functional Expertise: Interprets internal/external business issues and recommends best practices in own function. Has developed depth and breadth of expertise in own function.
Project Management: Effectively manages projects or teams, including coordination of resources outside of own area. Forecasts and plans resource requirements for projects or teams.
Financial Management: Monitors and controls costs for own work and may manage costs/budgets for large projects or areas.
Broad knowledge of Carpenter IT systems and business.
Knowledge of relevant infrastructure technologies including but not limited to: Mainframe operating systems and software Storage hardware and software Network hardware, software, and cabling Network Services – voice and data PC and server hardware and operating systems
Problem Solving: Solves complex problems; takes a broad perspective to identify innovative solutions.
Customer Focus: Anticipates customer needs; assesses requirements and identifies new solutions.
Decision Making: Leads others to resolve complex problems in non-standard situations and develop creative solutions.
Interpersonal and leadership skills.
Communication skills, written and verbal.
Ability to execute project plans and achieve goals.
Project management experience.
Proven ability to make difficult and timely decisions.
Open and candid communications style; willingness to dissent and encourage dissent prior to final decision making.
Ability to lead others and to effectively manage team performance.
Ability to train and develop other professionals.
High responsiveness to customer requests.
Ability to organize and prioritize tasks and make appropriate technical and business decisions.
The ability to be a team player; routinely influences and leads business improvement efforts.
Stay abreast of new technology.

Responsibilities

Provides an advanced capability in one or more areas of infrastructure management and support or project management.
Researches, evaluates, designs, develops, installs, and maintains technology solutions (hardware and software) for the corporate infrastructure using advanced development and system support skill set.
Demonstrates sound business, technical and fiscal judgment on behalf of the department and company to recommend and implement solutions to complex infrastructure issues.
Manages the physical delivery and ongoing support of complex products/services, applications, network systems and overall solutions.
Provides technical leadership in the performance of complex systems upgrades, workstation setups and server configurations.
Maintains software and hardware inventories.
Assists less experienced Analysts with non-standard requests.
Performs all other duties and special projects as assigned.