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You'll work closely with clients, project managers, and a talented engineering team to ensure every project meets specifications, stays on schedule, and stays within budget.
No relocation assistance available for this position.
Not available for hybrid working hours- must live in or around the Somerset WI area.
Job Title: Project Administrator - Data Center Information Technology/Design/Engineer Firm
Job Type: Full-time
Job Location: On-Site Edison, NJ
Project Administrator
NJ Data Center growing Information Technology/Design/Engineer Firm is seeking a Project Administrator to join our team. The Project Administrator is responsible for managing the administrative tasks and logistical aspects of data center construction or expansion projects, including coordinating with various teams, tracking project progress, maintaining documentation, and ensuring smooth execution of project activities under the guidance of a project manager, all while adhering to deadlines and budget constraints; essentially acting as the organizational backbone for the project.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Support project team on all administrative tasks and duties.
- Heavy client/vendor/supplier interaction.
- Preparation of spreadsheet reports, contracts documents, purchase and change order requests, presentations, and correspondence.
- Receive, maintain and distribute submittals, RFI’s, shop drawings and establish project log to record receipt and disposition of same.
- Coordinate project meetings and travel arrangements.
- Maintain electronic and manual database of all project files and archives.
- Other responsibilities normally performed in the execution of a Project Administrator position according to standard Architectural/Engineering industry practices.
- Assist architects/engineers with editing/issuing project book specifications (electronic IE: Master Specs).
Qualifications:
- Three to five years experience in Engineering firms or related fields.
- BA is recommended.
- Must exhibit initiative, judgment, and quality in performance and responsibilities.
- Deadline and detail oriented.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Word, Excel, Outlook, Power Point.
- Ability to work well with multi disciplines in a fast paced environment.
Work Schedule:
This is a full-time job position. In office, not remote or virtual.
Normal business hours are Monday thru Friday 8-5pm.
Benefits:
- 401 k match to $3500
- Full health medical/dental/prescription/life insurance (75% paid by employer 20-25% paid by employee)
- After 3/5 years eligibility based on rating for company owned NJ shore house
- Tuition reimbursement for employee
- Subjective year end bonus plan(end September)
- Awards/recognition for superior effort and extraordinary excellence
- Longevity awards 5/10/15/20/25/30 plus years
- After 15 years education assistance for children eligibility
- After 15 years eligibility for additional retirement compensative (elective)
BRUNS-PAK is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, gender identity and/or expression, national origin, disability, veteran, or other protected status.
Title
Electrical Controls Engineer/Industrial Electrician
Report to
Facility/Engineering Director.
Job Summary
Individual must be able to perform design,engineering, and field start up responsibilities for System Integration in the Electrical Controls Industry. In addition, proven trouble
shooting skills are necessary.
Job Duties / Responsibilities
- Design, fabricate, and install PLC based process control panels.
- Troubleshoot and upgrade existing control panels.
- Maintain inventory of all PLC/HMIrack systems and programs.
- Work to install110V, 220V, and 480V 3 phase wiring.
- Real electrical schematics and wiring diagrams.
- Be able to troubleshoot 480V electrical control systems.
- Specify wiring and motor controls for 480V systems.
- Install power distribution and protection systems.
- HMI Interfaces
- Temperature Controllers and Transmitters
- Pressure Transmitters
- 4-20ma Loop Controllers
- Burner Controllers and Actuators
- Industrial pH Meters
- Level Transmitters
- Flow Meters
- Variable Frequency Drives
Work Conditions
- Physically available to lift up to 50lb.
- Exposure to hazardous conditions associated with the Company
- 24/7 availability may be required.
- Manual dexterity and the ability to remain standing, crouching, and bending for long periods of time
- Overtime as needed.
Job Requirements
- AS, BSEE, BSEET, or technical degree.
- 3-5 years of industry experience.
- Review projects including quotes, job specifications, and resolve any quote to job specifications differences.
- System Architecture including non-standard material and control pane lpower requirements/distribution.
- Review specifications and standard practices – inclusive of the internal hardwired and logic standards, general specifications and scope of work.
- Design requirements which include establishing non-standard designs, generating system map layouts, generating a sequence of operations, reviewing cycle time
studies and dimension switch layouts, generation of design packages, design logic, enter logic, and the design of Smart Displays.
- Material responsibility includes advance material order, specifying Mod Box material, specifying Panel material, writing Mod Box EBMs and writing panel material EBMs.
- Assisting with installation • Debugging with no additional support • Launchand Standby
- As Builts
Technology Requirements
- RSLogix 5, 5000
- RS Networx for DeviceNet, ControlNet, EtherNet IP
- DriveExecutive, DriveExplorer
- PanelBuilder PDS, 1400e, 32
- RSView Studio
- Trouble Shooting PID Loops
- Calibrating Process Control Equipment
- Microsoft Office Suite
Benefits
- Competitive Compensation
- 401(k)
- 401(k) Matching
- Medical, Dental,and Vision Benefits
- Paid Time Off and Paid Holiday’s
Classification
Full Time Position
Electrical Estimator | Construction
South Plainfield, NJ | Hybrid | ENR Leading Electrical Contractor
Seeking an experienced Electrical Estimator with 8+ years of industry experience to prepare accurate cost estimates, analyze project plans, and collaborate with teams to deliver competitive bids. The role requires strong knowledge of electrical construction practices, proficiency with estimating software (McCormick, Bluebeam, Accubid), and excellent analytical and communication skills to ensure precision and success in every project.
Key Responsibilities
- Review project plans, specs, and schedules to determine scope and requirements
- Prepare accurate cost estimates for labor, materials, equipment, and subcontractors
- Utilize estimating software for precision and consistency
- Analyze market conditions, labor rates, and material costs
- Collaborate with bid teams to develop compliant, competitive proposals
- Solicit and evaluate vendor/subcontractor quotes to secure best pricing
- Build and maintain strong vendor/subcontractor relationships
- Provide cost tracking, reporting, and insights on estimating accuracy
- Partner with Engineering and Project Management teams to clarify requirements
- Share best practices to enhance team estimating capabilities
Qualifications
- 8+ years of experience in electrical estimating
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Construction Management, or related field (preferred)
- Strong knowledge of electrical construction practices, systems, and materials
- Proficiency in Microsoft Suite; estimating software (McCormick, Bluebeam)
- Excellent analytical, mathematical, and communication skills
- Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
- Familiarity with local construction market and regulations a plus
If you're experience aligns and you want to be part of a leading ENR Electrical Contractor working on exciting projects in electrical construction, then hit apply or reach out to me directly below.
646-396-5018
Job Title: Bid Manager / Project Controller
Location: Piscataway, New Jersey
Salary: Up to $110,000 (based on experience)
Full-Time | Competitive Benefits
Join Our Team in Piscataway, NJ
We are seeking a detail-oriented and strategic Bid Manager / Project Controller to join our growing team in Piscataway - the right candidate will be incredibly detail oriented. This role is ideal for a professional who excels at managing bids, overseeing project financials, and ensuring operational excellence from proposal through execution.
With a competitive salary of up to $110,000, this is an excellent opportunity to play a critical role in driving project success and business growth.
Key Responsibilities
- Excellent and proven attention to detail. The rest can be taught!
- Lead and coordinate the end-to-end bid and proposal process
- Prepare cost estimates, pricing models, and financial analyses
- Develop and maintain project budgets, forecasts, and cost controls
- Monitor project performance against financial and operational targets
- Identify risks and implement mitigation strategies
- Collaborate with engineering, operations, finance, and leadership teams
- Support contract negotiations and ensure compliance with client requirements
- Produce detailed reporting for senior management and stakeholders
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Engineering, or related field
- 3+ years of experience in bid management, project controls, or financial project oversight
- Strong financial acumen and analytical skills
- Experience with budgeting, forecasting, and cost tracking
- Excellent organizational and communication skills
- Proficiency in Excel and project management software
- PMP or similar certification (preferred but not required)
Job Summary:
The Project Manager is responsible for managing and directing all project activities from early planning through final completion, encompassing both preconstruction and construction phases. This individual supports design development, budgeting, bidding, procurement, and constructability efforts during preconstruction, and transitions to ensuring project execution, subcontractor coordination, financial tracking, schedule management, and project closeout during construction. Reporting to a Project Executive, this role requires strong organization, coordination, communication, and technical engineering/construction skills to ensure successful project delivery aligned with scope, budget, schedule, and quality standards.
Major Duties/Responsibilities:
- Manage daily operations of assigned projects, from preconstruction/DD through mobilization through substantial completion and final closeout.
- Manage multiple fit-out projects throughout tri-state region at once.
- Travel to various jobsites to review field issues, coordinate with superintendents, and attend client/subcontractor meetings.
- Serve as a key point of contact for subcontractors, suppliers, and vendors for project coordination, RFI management, submittal tracking, and issue resolution.
- Maintain and manage ALL project documentation, including RFIs, submittals, change orders, meeting minutes, progress reports, punch lists, and daily logs within Procore or other project management systems.
- Create, monitor and update project schedules in coordination with field teams, subcontractors, and the Project Executive.
- Review subcontractor scopes of work, assist with subcontract drafting and administration, and manage subcontractor compliance with project requirements.
- Lead the preparation and submission of owner billings, subcontractor pay applications, budget tracking, client payments and financial reporting.
- Lead and document project meetings, including owner, architect, subcontractor, and internal coordination meetings.
- Schedule and manage subcontractor trade coordination meetings, preconstruction meetings and submittal review meetings.
- Managing submittals and shop drawings. Assessing conformance to contract specifications, resolving any conflicts in interpretation.
- Manage and coordinate all material tracking and identify long-lead materials at the onset of the project.
- Manage the project change management process, including pricing, tracking, and negotiating owner change orders and subcontractor change orders.
- Ensure that quality control procedures are implemented and that work meets project specifications and company standards.
- Support project safety initiatives by working with the site superintendent and subcontractors to ensure compliance with company and OSHA safety requirements.
- Manage project closeout activities, including punch list management, warranty documentation, and final inspections.
- Communicate regularly with the Site Superintendent and Project Executive to report project status, identify risks, and escalate issues as needed.
- Lead the preparation and review of final project documentation including as-built drawings, O&M manuals, and turnover packages.
- Maintain strong working relationships with clients, consultants, subcontractors, and internal teams.
- Coordinate meetings with design teams, clients, consultants, and internal stakeholders to support project development goals.
- Participate in constructability reviews, identifying design conflicts or inefficiencies that could impact construction cost or schedule.
- Assist in preliminary project scheduling and early site logistics planning to support preconstruction efforts.
- Maintain accurate and organized project documentation, including meeting minutes, budget updates, within Procore or other project management software.
- Support the preparation of owner presentations, budget updates, bid tabulations, and final GMP or lump sum proposals.
- Communicate regularly with Senior Management (PX/OM, etc.) and internal team members to ensure timely completion of assigned tasks.
- Perform other project-related duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management, Engineering or similar plus a MINIMUM of 8 years relevant experience.
Required Skills/Abilities:
- Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Experience with Interior Fit-Out Construction and compressed project schedules.
- Strong technical understanding of construction drawings, specifications, contracts/subcontracts and design intent.
- Ability to read and interpret plans and analyze costs, quantities, and scope of work.
- Solid knowledge of construction budgeting, estimating principles, and bidding practices.
- Solid understanding of construction project management principles, scheduling, subcontractor management, and field coordination.
- Strong financial management skills including exposure to cost tracking, budget reconciliation, and change order management.
- Highly organized with excellent attention to detail and time management skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, Teams), Microsoft Project, Procore, Bluebeam, OpenSpace
- Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to interface effectively with internal teams and external partners.
- Demonstrated leadership and interpersonal skills.
- Professional demeanor and strong work ethic, with a proactive and collaborative approach to problem solving.
Physical Requirements:
- Must be able to access and navigate each department at the organization’s facilities.
- Must be able to traverse jobsites periodically for progress inspections and site coverage as necessary.
- Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
- Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.
We are a diverse, passionate team spread across the US, Canada, Mexico, and Puerto Rico, committed to growth, learning, and creating opportunities for each other.
At Turtle, every day is a chance to make a real difference, solve complex challenges, and push the boundaries of what’s possible.
We believe in fostering an environment that inspires collaboration and sparks creativity, where employees are empowered to contribute to our mission and shape the future of the industry.
If you're looking for a fast-paced, dynamic career where your ideas are valued and your growth is prioritized, Turtle is the place for you.
Join us and be a part of a company that’s making waves and empowering its people to do extraordinary things every single day! About the Role The Will Call Supervisor oversees daily will call and expedited order operations, ensuring orders are processed accurately, efficiently, and on schedule.
Responsibilities include completing all will call orders, capturing proof of delivery (POD) documentation, and coordinating expedited requests such as Turtle Express and courier pickups.
Additionally, this position manages the returns team and assists the AM Warehouse Supervisor and Manager in morning warehouse operations, maintaining a safe and organized work environment, enforcing safety policies, and supporting warehouse productivity.
Supervisors are cross trained in multiple operational areas and may provide coverage as needed to ensure efficient daily operations.
What You'll Do: Ensure all employees have required PPE and perform tasks safely.
Oversee daily will call operations (order picking, staging, and completion).
Properly capture and record will call proof of delivery (POD) documentation.
Coordinate expedited order requests (Turtle Express, courier pickups, priority orders).
Accurately receive all PO pickups into the system in a timely manner.
Sort relay orders to appropriate delivery routes and ensure paperwork is given to dispatch.
Supervise returns team to process returns accurately and promptly.
Support AM warehouse functions: replenishments, receipts, transfers, and putaways.
Inspect forklifts and powered industrial equipment before each shift.
Conduct toolbox and safety meetings with will call and returns teams as needed.
Complete daily operational checklists and document all will call and return activities.
Learn and enforce company agreements and working rules.
Complete near miss and/or accident reports as required.
Conduct or oversee new hire training in will call and returns areas.
Work with Quality and Safety Manager on training targets, including ADP requirements.
Coach employees to prevent repeated errors and improve performance.
Assist with warehouse labor as needed (picking, packing, other tasks).
Be cross-trained and provide coverage in multiple operational areas to ensure smooth daily distribution center operations.
What You'll Bring High school diploma or equivalent required.
Minimum of 3–5 years of warehouse or distribution center experience.
Previous experience in a lead, coordinator, or supervisory role preferred.
Strong understanding of warehouse operations including will call, receiving, returns, and order fulfillment processes.
Experience working with warehouse management systems (WMS), RF scanners, and inventory systems.
Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and manage expedited and time-sensitive orders.
Strong communication and leadership skills with the ability to coach and guide team members.
Working knowledge of warehouse safety standards and OSHA guidelines.
Ability to operate or become certified to operate forklifts and other powered industrial equipment.
Ability to lift 50 lbs.
and work in a fast-paced warehouse environment.
Proficiency with basic computer systems and Microsoft Office applications.
What We Offer We offer a competitive benefits package that includes: 401(k) plan Health insurance Dental insurance Vision insurance Life insurance Paid holidays Vacation Employee negotiated discounts Who We Are Founded in 1923, Turtle is a fourth-generation, family-owned, and three-generation women-owned business, and one of the nation’s largest independent electrical and industrial distributors.
Headquartered in Clark, NJ, our Electrical Distribution division operates 14 branches spanning from coast to coast.
It is a significant force in the engineering and procurement of power distribution, automation, lighting, and energy projects, offering integrated services for the industrial and construction markets.
Turtle Integrated provides on-site MRO procurement, cost-saving, and spend analytics across the US and in Canada, Puerto Rico, and Mexico.
What To Do Next You can begin by filling out our application online.
If you want to learn more about Turtle, please visit our website or our LinkedIn: @Turtle.
Turtle is proud to be is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.
We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, marital status, military or veteran status, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.
In this role, you will report to the Site Manager and will work closely with the Avantor's Advanced Laboratory Services professionals to serve our customers by performing customized, mission-based lab work and research protocols that help return time back to science.
Location: Somerset, NJ
Shift: 8 am-4:30 pm (may change based on customer needs)
Hourly Rate: $23.00 - $25.00
Benefits:
Health and Wellness: Medical, Dental, Vision, and Wellness programs
Time Off: Paid Time Off (PTO), Company-paid holidays, Choice holidays, etc.
Financial Well Being: Spending Accounts: Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Health Savings Accounts (HSA), commuter benefits, 401(k), tuition assistance, employee stock purchase plan discount
Added Protection Coverage: To include critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident, legal, identity theft protection, pet, auto, and home insurance
Recognition: Celebrate your peers and earn points to redeem for gifts and products
What we're looking for
Education:
High school diploma required; Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Life Sciences, or related field preferred.
Experience:
1-2 years in procurement, inventory management, or lab operations required.
SAP, MS Office Suite (Excel, Access), and digital procurement platforms preferred.
Collaboration Tool: Microsoft Teams experience preferred
Formal training in problem-solving methodologies is preferred.
Familiarity with FDA, CGMP, and ISO standards.
Strong understanding of lab operations and material workflows.
Ability to independently solve complex problems using operational insights.
Excellent organizational and multitasking skills.
Effective communicator with strong interpersonal and negotiation abilities.
Proficient in data analysis and reporting,
Proficiency with MS Office Suite (Expert-level skills in Excel)
SAP experience is highly desirable.
Knowledge of contracts and supplier management best practices.
Comfortable working in highly regulated environments.
How you will thrive and create an impact
Avantor's Advanced Laboratory Services team is a crucial part of the Avantor Services group serving over 500 customers in biopharma, pharmaceutical, educational, industrial, and high-tech industries with customizable, flexible solutions and end-to-end laboratory operations support.
As an Onsite Procurement Specialist/Buyer, you'll be embedded at customer facilities to ensure the seamless coordination of inventory and material operations. This role supports laboratory and production environments by managing sourcing, procurement, and logistics of essential materials, including consumables, chemicals, solvents, and reagents. You'll be the operational backbone of our onsite services, helping our customers maintain efficiency, compliance, and scientific progress. In this role, you will:
Coordinate and streamline workflows related to inventory and material management.
Support procurement and planning functions, ensuring timely and compliant delivery of materials.
Maintain strong relationships with vendors and internal departments to optimize cost, quality, and delivery timelines.
Ensure alignment with regulatory standards, including FDA, CGMP, and ISO9001.
Collaborate with Avantor's broader service and sourcing teams to deliver integrated solutions.
Source, procure, and coordinate delivery of critical lab and production materials.
Manage inventory levels, reorder points, and replenishment cycles using Avantor and customer systems.
Assist in supplier qualification, contract interpretation, and compliance documentation.
Support emergency deliveries and installation of materials.
Maintain standing orders and manage engineering change notifications.
Provide reporting on material planning, open orders, and performance metrics.
Resolve non-conformance issues and document supplier corrective actions.
Facilitate audit support and vendor engagement activities.
Collect, document, and report operational data and observations.
Maintain >95% inventory accuracy across managed categories.
Achieve an on-time delivery rate of >98% for critical materials.
Ensure 100% compliance with regulatory and safety standards.
Deliver monthly reports on inventory levels, supplier performance, and cost savings.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Resolve procurement issues within 48 hours of escalation.
Maintain positive customer satisfaction scores through responsive service and communication.
Disclaimer:
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees assigned to this position. Avantor is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
Why Avantor?
Dare to go further in your career. Join our global team of 14,000+ associates whose passion for discovery and determination to overcome challenges relentlessly advances life-changing science.
The work we do changes people's lives for the better. It brings new patient treatments and therapies to market, giving a cancer survivor the chance to walk his daughter down the aisle. It enables medical devices that help a little boy hear his mom's voice for the first time. Outcomes such as these create unlimited opportunities for you to contribute your talents, learn new skills and grow your career at Avantor.
We are committed to helping you on this journey through our diverse, equitable and inclusive culture which includes learning experiences to support your career growth and success. At Avantor, dare to go further and see how the impact of your contributions set science in motion to create a better world. Apply today!
EEO Statement:
We are an Equal Employment/Affirmative Action employer and VEVRAA Federal Contractor. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state/province, or local law.
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By submitting candidates without having been formally assigned on and contracted for a specific job requisition by Avantor, or by failing to comply with the Avantor recruitment process, you forfeit any fee on the submitted candidates, regardless of your usual terms and conditions. Avantor works with a preferred supplier list and will take the initiative to engage with recruitment agencies based on its needs and will not be accepting any form of solicitation.
DESCRIPTION
This role will serve as a critical business representative embedded within the SAP transformation program. Coming from a background in merchandising, category management, or buying, this individual brings deep business knowledge to ensure system designs, processes, and deliverables align with operational realities.
In this hybrid business–technology role, you will support project deliverables, represent the voice of the business, coordinate validations and follow‑ups, manage super users, and oversee key testing activities. The role includes people‑management responsibilities and direct oversight of analysts or super users assigned to the program.
Core functions of this position include, but are not limited to, the following:
Project Deliverables & Documentation Support
- Contribute to the development, review, and refinement of SAP-related project deliverables including:
- Process Design Documents
- Functional Specifications
- System Testing preparation, execution, and defect management
- Training execution support
- Ensure business workflows and category management processes are accurately represented in design documents.
- Partner with IT, functional consultants, and system integrators to clarify business requirements.
Business Liaison & Subject Matter Expertise
- Serve as the primary bridge between the business (Category Management / Supply Chain) and the SAP Program Team.
- Coordinate feedback, follow‑ups, validations, and business sign‑offs for:
- Requirements
- Process designs
- Test results
- Ensure business impacts, downstream processes, and operational considerations are fully understood before approval.
Super User Leadership & Readiness
- Manage, coach, and develop a team of business super users
- Oversee preparation of super users for project activities, including:
- Process walkthroughs / Design awareness
- Testing Preparation, Test Script Writing, and Test Execution
- Training Preparation
- Hands-on practice in sandbox or test systems
- Serve as escalation point for functional questions raised by super users.
Testing Preparation & Execution
- Lead and support major test cycles, including system integration testing and user acceptance testing.
- Oversee and/or directly participate in:
- Writing test cases and scenarios
- Running test scripts
- Logging defects
- Retesting and confirming resolutions
- Track issues to closure and communicate impacts back to business teams.
Change Management & Business Adoption
- Support business readiness activities including communications, training sessions, and cutover preparation.
- Help translate complex SAP concepts into clear, understandable messaging for business stakeholders.
- Champion adoption of new processes, tools, and ways of working.
Team Management & Leadership
- Directly manage functional SAP leads on SAP Project team
- Set priorities, assign tasks, and monitor workload.
- Provide coaching, performance feedback, and professional development support.
- Foster a collaborative, problem‑solving culture aligned with program goals.
Qualifications
- 3–7 years of experience in Merchandising, Category Management, Buying, or related business functions.
- Demonstrated understanding of retail processes such as item/vendor setup, pricing, procurement, inventory, or promotions.
- Prior leadership experience.
- Strong analytical and documentation skills.
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to translate business needs into structured requirements.
- Comfort managing multiple priorities in a fast‑paced transformation environment.
- Prior experience supporting UAT, SIT, or testing cycles.
- Exposure to SAP or other enterprise systems.
- Strong aptitude for process improvement and structured problem solving.
Working Conditions & Physical Demands
- Ability to sit/stand in front of a computer for long periods of time.
- Ability to adhere to the company’s four day in office requirement
Compensation and Benefits
The salary for this position is $100,000 to $170,000 annually. Placement in the salary depends on several factors, including experience, skills, education, geography, and budget considerations.
Wakefern is proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the health, well-being, and professional development of our Associates. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage, life and disability insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan with company match, paid time off, holidays, and parental leave. Associates also enjoy access to wellness and family support programs, fitness reimbursement, educational and training opportunities through our corporate university, and a collaborative, team-oriented work environment. Many of these benefits are fully or partially funded by the company, with some subject to eligibility requirements.
About Wakefern
Wakefern Food Corp. is the largest retailer-owned cooperative in the United States and supports its co-operative members' retail operations, trading under the ShopRite®, Price Rite®, The Fresh Grocer®, Dearborn Markets®, and Gourmet Garage® banners.
Employing an innovative approach to wholesale business services, Wakefern focuses on helping the independent retailer compete in a big business world. Providing the tools entrepreneurs need to stay a step ahead of the competition, Wakefern’s co-operative members benefit from the company’s extensive portfolio of services, including innovative technology, private label development, and best-in-class procurement practices.
The ideal candidate will have a strong background in designing, developing, and implementing complex projects, with focus on automating data processes and driving efficiency within the organization. This role requires a close collaboration with application developers, data engineers, data analysts, data scientists to ensure seamless data integration and automation across various platforms. The Data Integration & AI Engineer is responsible for identifying opportunities to automate repetitive data processes, reduce manual intervention, and improve overall data accessibility.
Essential Functions
- Participate in the development life cycle (requirements definition, project approval, design, development, and implementation) and maintenance of the systems.
- Implement and enforce data quality and governance standards to ensure the accuracy and consistency.
- Provide input for project plans and timelines to align with business objectives.
- Monitor project progress, identify risks, and implement mitigation strategies.
- Work with cross-functional teams and ensure effective communication and collaboration.
- Provide regular updates to the management team.
- Follow the standards and procedures according to Architecture Review Board best practices, revising standards and procedures as requirements change and technological advancements are incorporated into the >tech_ structure.
- Communicates and promotes the code of ethics and business conduct.
- Ensures completion of required company compliance training programs.
- Is trained – either through formal education or through experience – in software / hardware technologies and development methodologies.
- Stays current through personal development and professional and industry organizations.
Responsibilities
- Design, build, and maintain automated data pipelines and ETL processes to ensure scalability, efficiency, and reliability across data operations.
- Develop and implement robust data integration solutions to streamline data flow between diverse systems and databases.
- Continuously optimize data workflows and automation processes to enhance performance, scalability, and maintainability.
- Design and develop end-to-end data solutions utilizing modern technologies, including scripting languages, databases, APIs, and cloud platforms.
- Ensure data solutions and data sources meet quality, security, and compliance standards.
- Monitor and troubleshoot automation workflows, proactively identifying and resolving issues to minimize downtime.
- Provide technical training, documentation, and ongoing support to end users of data automation systems.
- Prepare and maintain comprehensive technical documentation, including solution designs, specifications, and operational procedures.
Qualifications
- A bachelor's degree or higher in computer science, information systems, or a related field.
- Hands-on experience with cloud data platforms (e.g., GCP, Azure, etc.)
- Strong knowledge and skills in data automation technologies, such as Python, SQL, ETL/ELT tools, Kafka, APIs, cloud data pipelines, etc.
- Experience in GCP BigQuery, Dataflow, Pub/Sub, and Cloud storage.
- Experience with workflow orchestration tools such as Cloud Composer or Airflow
- Proficiency in iPaaS (Integration Platform as a Service) platforms, such as Boomi, SAP BTP, etc.
- Develop and manage data integrations for AI agents, connecting them to internal and external APIs, databases, and knowledge sources to expand their capabilities.
- Build and maintain scalable Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) pipelines, including the curation and indexing of knowledge bases in vector databases (e.g., Pinecone, Vertex AI Vector Search).
- Leverage cloud-based AI/ML platforms (e.g., Vertex AI, Azure ML) to build, train, and deploy machine learning models on a scale.
- Establish and enforce data quality and governance standards for AI/ML datasets, ensuring the accuracy, completeness, and integrity of data used for model training and validation.
- Collaborate closely with data scientists and machine learning engineers to understand data requirements and deliver optimized data solutions that support the entire machine learning lifecycle.
- Hands-on experience with IBM DataStage and Alteryx is a plus.
- Strong understanding of database design principles, including normalization, indexing, partitioning, and query optimization.
- Ability to design and maintain efficient, scalable, and well-structured database schemas to support both analytical and transactional workloads,
- Familiarity with BI visualization tools such as MicroStrategy, Power BI, Looker, or similar.
- Familiarity with data modeling tools.
- Familiarity with DevOps practices for data (CI/CD pipelines)
- Proficiency in project management software (e.g., JIRA, Clarizen, etc.)
- Familiarity with DevOps practices for data (CI/CD pipelines)
- Strong knowledge and skills in data management, data quality, and data governance.
- Strong communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work on multiple projects and prioritize tasks effectively.
- Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
- Ability to learn new technologies and tools quickly.
- The ability to handle stressful situations.
- Highly developed business acuity and acumen.
- Strong critical thinking and decision-making skills.
Working Conditions & Physical Demands
This position requires in-person office presence at least 4x a week.
Compensation and Benefits
The salary range for this position is $75,868 - $150,644. Placement in the range depends on several factors, including experience, skills, education, geography, and budget considerations.
Wakefern is proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the health, well-being, and professional development of our Associates. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage, life and disability insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan with company match & annual company contribution, paid time off, holidays, and parental leave.
Associates also enjoy access to wellness and family support programs, fitness reimbursement, educational and training opportunities through our corporate university, and a collaborative, team-oriented work environment. Many of these benefits are fully or partially funded by the company, with some subject to eligibility requirements