The Business Systems Analyst - Data Engineering & Operations is responsible for designing and delivering data-driven solutions that improve operational efficiency, reporting accuracy, and business performance across the Energy business.
This role is heavily focused on building and structuring data, developing business intelligence solutions, and enabling a scalable foundation for decision making. Operating at the intersection of Business Operations and IT, this position requires strong technical capability alongside the ability to translate business needs-including operational and financial performance drivers-into structured, system-driven solutions. The role owns initiatives end-to-end-from identifying data and process gaps through development and implementation of solutions-and is expected to be hands-on in developing data and reporting solutions, not solely defining requirements. Over time, this role will develop a strong understanding of how the business operates, enabling more effective solution design and contribution to business decision-making.
Key Responsibilities
Design and develop well-structured, scalable data models designed for reusability and performance to support business intelligence and reporting needs
Build and maintain Power BI dashboards and reporting solutions using advanced DAX and SQL
Identify and resolve data fragmentation, driving toward a consistent and reliable source of truth
Develop and support data pipelines or structured data transformations to improve accessibility and consistency of data
Partner with stakeholders across Business Operations, Product Management, Engineering, Finance, and IT to define technical requirements and deliver solutions
Act as a technical liaison between business teams and IT, ensuring alignment on system design, data architecture, and integration
Identify and implement opportunities to automate workflows and reduce manual processes using Python, Power Automate, or system-based solutions
Leverage AI-enabled tools and workflows to accelerate data analysis, solution development, and process improvement
Translate data outputs into clear insights and recommendations that support business decision making
Develop an understanding of how the business operates across pricing, operations, and financial performance
Engage with cross-functional teams to understand underlying business logic, assumptions, and decision drivers
Technical Expectations
This role requires hands-on development experience in SQL and Power BI (DAX). Candidates without direct experience building data models and dashboards will not be considered.
Strong proficiency in SQL (complex queries, joins, data transformation, and dataset structuring)
Advanced experience with Power BI, including data modeling and writing complex DAX measures
Solid understanding of relational data models, data structures, and system integrations
Experience building or supporting data pipelines, ETL processes, or structured data workflows
Working knowledge of Python, Power Automate, or similar tools for automation and data processing
Familiarity with applying AI tools to enhance productivity and solution development
Key Success Traits
Strong technical problem solver who can translate business needs and operational context into data and system solutions
High ownership mindset; able to independently drive solutions from concept through implementation
Ability to operate effectively across business and technical domains
Curiosity and learning mindset with interest in understanding how the business operates, including operational and financial drivers
Ability to connect data, process, and business impact
Curiosity and adaptability to apply AI and emerging technologies
Detail-oriented with focus on data integrity, consistency, and scalability
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Data Analytics, Information Systems, Engineering, Computer Science, or related field
3-6+ years of experience in data analytics, business systems, or data engineering-adjacent roles
Demonstrated experience building data models, BI solutions, or automated workflows
Experience working with ERP/CRM systems and understanding data flows
Background in manufacturing, industrial, or operations-driven environments preferred
Measures of Success
Establishment of reliable, scalable data sources and models
Reduction of data inconsistencies and fragmentation
Increased adoption and effectiveness of BI tools
Reduction in manual processes through automation
Improved visibility into operational and financial performance
Numbers & Facts
Location
Duncan, SC
Industry
Telecommunications Services
Company Size
1,500 to 1,999 employees
Year Founded
1984
Website
http://www.aflglobal.com/Home.aspx
About Company
AFL provides industry-leading solutions, products and services to the electric utility, broadband, communications, OEM, enterprise, wireless and transit rail markets as well as the emerging markets of oil and gas, mining, nuclear, avionics, medical, renewable and intelligent grid. We manufacture, engineer and install fiber optic products and associated equipment.
This includes:
fiber optic cable
transmission and substation accessories
fiber outside plant equipment
fiber inside plant equipment
connectors and accessories
fusion splicers
test and inspection equipment
training
AFL's service portfolio includes market-leading positions with the foremost communications companies supporting central office, outside plant, wireless and enterprise areas.
Whether you need to build a network, upgrade your broadband system, expand a central office or connect a campus through fiber optics, AFL connects you with the solutions that fit your every need.