Data Analyst/Engineer

Hollstadt & Associates; Minnesota; Hybrid; USD 79,000 - 87,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

Paid sick leave

Retirement benefits

Multiple medical plans

Job summary

Hollstadt Consulting is seeking a Data Analyst/Engineer for a hybrid role in Oak Park Heights, MN. You will analyze, model, and visualize Windows product data, build data pipelines, and support engineering, IT, operations, and quality teams.

You’ll develop lightweight digital tools, collaborate across functions, and document data structures and workflows while enhancing data governance and reporting for product data systems.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Data Science, Computer Science, or related field.
• 2–5 years of experience with technical product data, manufacturing data, or enterprise systems.
• Experience with data analysis and data engineering (e.g., SQL, Python, Power BI).
• Ability to translate technical concepts between engineering and IT teams.
• Strong problem-solving and data handling abilities.
• Experience with ERP, MES, PLM/PDM, or equivalent product data systems.

Responsibilities

• Data Analysis & Data Engineering: Prepare, analyze, and visualize Windows product data to support engineering, operations, and business teams.
• Build and maintain data pipelines, queries, and datasets that support reporting and product information workflows.
• Evaluate data quality issues, conduct root-cause analysis, and support corrective actions.
• Translate product or process requirements into structured data models and usable datasets.

Skills

SQL

Python

Power BI

Data analysis

Data engineering

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Data Science/CS

Tools

ERP systems

MES

PLM/PDM

Job description

Hollstadt Consulting is a management and technology consulting firm dedicated to placing professionals at engagements where they will excel. When you work with us, you'll work with a refreshingly real company led and staffed by seasoned experts who are also down-to-earth, good people. We're committed to treating you with respect and helping you achieve your career aspirations.

Since 1990, Hollstadt has been a trusted partner to more than 150 domestic and global companies and has successfully completed over 3,000 projects. Our continued growth has created challenging and rewarding opportunities for accomplished IT and Business Consultants. Hollstadt Consulting is an equal opportunity employer including disability/veteran.

Job Description

Role: Data Analyst/Engineer

Location: Hybrid in Oak Park Heights, MN

Rate: $57-63/hour W2

DESCRIPTION

This product data analyst/developer role supports the development, maintenance, and improvement of fenestration product data and related digital systems. This role blends hands-on data analysis, digital tool development, and cross-functional collaboration to improve data quality, streamline processes, and enable better decision-making across engineering, IT, operations, and quality.

The role focuses on executing data engineering tasks, supporting system enhancements, developing lightweight digital tools, and helping teams use accurate and well-structured product data.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

Data Analysis & Data Engineering

• Prepare, analyze, and visualize Windows product data to support engineering, operations, and business teams.
• Build and maintain data pipelines, queries, and datasets that support reporting and product information workflows.
• Evaluate data quality issues, conduct root-cause analysis, and support corrective actions.
• Translate product or process requirements into structured data models and usable datasets.

Digital Tool & Solution Development

• Develop lightweight applications, scripts, or automations that improve data accuracy, efficiency, or usability.
• Support enhancements to product information databases and related systems (PLM, ERP, MES, etc.).
• Work with IT and engineering to test, validate, and deploy new features or system improvements.
• Document processes, workflows, and tool usage for internal teams.

Cross-Functional Support

• Partner with engineering, IT manufacturing, and operations teams to understand their data needs and provide analysis or solutions.
• Assist in maintaining consistent product data across systems and processes.
• Participate in small to medium initiatives that enhance digital workflows or data governance.
• Communicate technical findings and recommendations in clear, concise formats suitable for mixed technical audiences.

Technical Problem-Solving

• Investigate data discrepancies, system issues, and process bottlenecks; propose practical solutions.
• Support testing of new data structures, updates, or integrations when system changes occur.
• Identify opportunities for automation or simplification in data-heavy workflows.

Reporting & Documentation

• Prepare data summaries, reports, dashboards, and visualizations.
• Create clear documentation for datasets, scripts, system configurations, or training guides.
• Communicate progress, risks, and data trends to stakeholders.

QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLSMust-Have

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Data Science, Computer Science, or a related technical field.
• 2–5 years of experience working with technical product data, manufacturing data, or enterprise systems.
• Experience with data analysis and data engineering (e.g., SQL, Python, Power BI).
• Ability to translate technical concepts between engineering and IT teams.
• Strong problem-solving abilities and comfort working with complex datasets.
• Experience with ERP, MES, PLM/PDM, or equivalent product data systems.

Nice-to-Have

• Familiarity with Windows products, manufacturing processes, design data, or quality systems.
• Experience building small applications, automations, or scripts.
• Understanding of system integrations, data governance, or process mapping.
• Exposure to change management or user training.
• Experience supporting cross-functional engineering or IT initiatives.

Hollstadt offers medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, paid sick leave, and retirement benefits to eligible employees. With three different medical plans to choose from, you can enroll in the coverage you need from individual to family, or anywhere in between!

Remarketing Process

Hollstadt is based on retention and relationships. We get to know your strengths and career wishes throughout your assignment and then start remarket discussions 6-8 weeks prior to your end date. By being proactive, we are able to keep your down time between assignments as short as possible, unless you choose otherwise.

Professional Development

Hollstadt offers on-demand training through our consultant portal. Trainings give our consultants the continuing education they need to excel on their projects. Many of our courses apply towards continuing education credits and we have an entire training hub dedicated to upskilling in Artificial Intelligence (AI).

401k + Matching

One popular benefit is our 401(k) match on the first 4% of your contributions. Hollstadt wants to help you reach your long-term financial goals and understands that planning for your future is critical. Consultants also have access to support from a Financial Advisor.

We appreciate and reward loyalty.

We appreciate and reward loyalty. Join Hollstadt, stay for 5 years, and we’ll give you a $5,000 Longevity Award bonus! Additionally, we know great talent knows other great talent. If you are on contract with Hollstadt and refer one of your connections who gets placed, we’ll pay you $1,000!

Ongoing Support & Networking

We have made a significant investment in building a support program for our consultant team - so you never have to feel like you are going it alone. We also have a Consultant Coach program which acts like a ‘work buddy’ to provide a safe ear for questions or concerns at your client site.