Associate Workday Engineer

NSF; Ann Arbor (MI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

NSF is seeking a motivated Associate Workday Engineer to join the Enterprise Applications team in a role that emphasizes Workday HCM, reporting, security administration, and process automation. The program offers mentorship and hands-on training to develop expertise across Workday modules and integrations.

You will collaborate with HR, Payroll, Finance, and IT to deliver solutions that enhance employee experience and operational efficiency while growing into a Workday Engineer or HR Technology

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree completed within the last two years in Information Systems, Computer Science, Business Analytics, MIS or Human Resources.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and other Office applications.
• Ability to learn new technologies and business processes quickly.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, team-oriented environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the administration and support of the Workday platform.
• Help configure and maintain Workday business processes, organizational structures, and security roles.
• Create and maintain reports, dashboards, and data extracts for stakeholders.
• Troubleshoot user issues and support requests and resolve problems promptly.
• Assist with data loads, audits, validation activities, and system testing.
• Support Workday releases, enhancements, and system upgrades.
• Document business requirements, processes, and technical solutions.
• Collaborate with HR, Finance, Payroll, and IT to identify process improvements.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication

Excel

Learning agility

Detail orientation

Teamwork

Power BI

Tableau

Education

Information Systems

Computer Science

Business Analytics

Management Information Systems

Human Resources

Tools

Power BI

Tableau

Job description

Job Description

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Associate Workday Engineer to join our Enterprise Applications team. This is an excellent opportunity for recent college graduates interested in Human Resources Technology, Enterprise Applications, and Cloud Software Platforms.

In this role, you will support the administration, configuration, reporting, and continuous improvement of our Workday platform. You will work closely with experienced Workday engineers, HR, Payroll, Finance, and IT teams to help deliver innovative solutions that improve employee experience and business operations.

This position offers hands-on training and mentorship with opportunities to develop expertise in Workday HCM, reporting, security, integration, and business process automation.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the administration and support of the Workday platform.


• Help configure and maintain Workday business processes, organizational structures, and security roles.


• Create and maintain reports, dashboards, and data extracts for business stakeholders.


• Troubleshoot user issues and support requests, researching and resolving problems in a timely manner.


• Assist with data loads, audits, validation activities, and system testing.


• Support Workday releases, enhancements, and system upgrades.


• Document business requirements, processes, and technical solutions.


• Collaborate with HR, Finance, Payroll, and IT teams to identify opportunities for process improvement and automation.


• Learn Workday best practices and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.


• Participate in project activities, including testing, training, and deployment support.

Training & Mentorship

During your first 12-24 months, you'll receive training and mentorship in:

• Workday Human Capital Management (HCM)


• Workday Reporting and Analytics


• Workday Security Administration


• Workday Business Process Configuration


• Enterprise Application Support


• HR Technology and Business Processes


• Cloud Software Integrations


• Agile Project Delivery

Desired Competencies

• Curiosity and willingness to learn


• Customer-focused mindset


• Effective communication skills


• Critical thinking and problem solving


• Initiative and accountability


• Collaboration and teamwork


• Adaptability in a fast-paced environment

Success in This Role

Successful Candidates Will

• Develop foundational Workday expertise.


• Build strong relationships with business stakeholders.


• Deliver accurate reports and reliable system support.


• Contribute to process improvements and operational efficiency.


• Grow into a Workday Engineer or HR Technology Analyst role.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree completed within the last two years in:
  
  
  
  • Information Systems
  
  
  • Computer Science
  
  
  • Business Analytics
  
  
  • Management Information Systems (MIS)
  
  
  • Human Resources
  
  


• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.


• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.


• Ability to learn new technologies and business processes quickly.


• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.


• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.


• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, team-oriented environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Internship, coursework, or project experience involving:
  
  
  
  • Strong SQL and Relational Data Base understanding
  
  
  • Data Modelling experience
  
  
  • Enterprise software platforms
  
  
  • Human Resources Information Systems (HRIS)
  
  
  • Business systems analysis
  
  
  • Data analytics or reporting
  
  
  • Application support
  
  


• Exposure to Workday, SAP, Oracle HCM, SuccessFactors, ServiceNow, Salesforce, or similar enterprise applications.


• Basic knowledge of databases, APIs, XML, JSON, or system integrations.


• Experience using Power BI, Tableau, or other reporting tools.

About Us

With a legacy spanning more than 80 years, NSF leverages science and innovation to improve human and planet health. We provide science-driven, independent testing, inspection, certification, and advisory services and develop the very standards that drive the food, water, and life sciences industries worldwide. We empower our clients to navigate shifting regulations to improve consumer health, safety, and quality of life.

One of our core values is We Are One NSF. This means that while we’re one team, we embrace the cultural, ethnic, language, and demographic diversity that reflects the societies in which we live and work.

Come join a team that makes a difference in the world. More information about NSF can be found at nsf.org.

NSF is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, status as a protected veteran, or disability.

About The Team

We support NSF employees with secure, reliable and innovative technology solutions backed by excellent customer service.