Lead Controls Engineer

Description We are looking for an experienced, detail-oriented individual to support cloud and enterprise systems initiatives for a utilities and infrastructure environment in Chino, California. This Long-term Contract position focuses on analyzing business needs, strengthening directory services, and improving data-driven system performance across core platforms. The ideal candidate will combine technical insight with strong documentation and stakeholder collaboration skills to help translate operational goals into practical technology solutions.

Responsibilities:

- Assess business and technical needs, then convert findings into clear system recommendations and solution plans.

- Develop and maintain business requirements documentation to align stakeholders, technical teams, and project objectives.

- Administer and support Active Directory environments, including user access structures, policies, and overall directory health.

- Analyze enterprise systems and application workflows to identify performance gaps, dependencies, and improvement opportunities.

- Work with Microsoft SQL Server to review data structures, support reporting needs, and assist with system-related troubleshooting.

- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define functional specifications and ensure proposed solutions meet operational expectations.

- Support IBM-related platform activities as needed, including analysis, integration coordination, and issue resolution.

- Participate in technical changes or platform updates when required, documenting impacts and helping maintain business continuity. Requirements - Proven experience in system analysis within enterprise technology environments.

- Hands-on knowledge of Active Directory administration and support.

- Ability to create and refine Business Requirements Documents for technical initiatives.

- Working experience with Microsoft SQL Server, including data review and system support tasks.

- Familiarity with IBM technologies or enterprise platforms in a business environment.

- Strong analytical thinking with the ability to evaluate processes and recommend effective solutions.

- Effective communication skills for working with both technical teams and business stakeholders. Technology Doesn't Change the World, People Do.®

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