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IT Engineer (System Engineer)
- Job Title: IT Engineer (System Engineer)
- Location: Montgomery, Alabama (On-Site)
- Terms: Full-time
Position Overview
HD Hyundai Power Transformers USA is seeking an IT Engineer (System Engineer) to take ownership of the enterprise systems behind our power-transformer manufacturing operation. The System Engineer operates and improves the company’s ERP environment, builds and integrates HCM and in-house applications, and drives SOC 2 compliance — working across the full stack from business-process design through development and ongoing operations. The role partners closely with both end users and HD Hyundai’s headquarters (HQ) in Korea, translating business needs into reliable, well-governed systems. The ideal candidate combines hands-on technical depth with the analytical and cross-functional skills to standardize and continuously improve how the company runs its core systems.
Key Responsibilities
1. HQ Liaison & ERP Operations (SAP S/4HANA / Legacy ERP)
- Serve as the on-site technical liaison with HD Hyundai HQ IT for the customized SAP S/4HANA and legacy ERP environment.
- Translate user issues into HQ technical specifications, and HQ resolutions into end-user guidance.
- Administer the ERP user environment (provisioning/deprovisioning, role/permission mapping) and resolve access issues.
- Coordinate UAT and validate ERP changes and updates deployed by HQ.
2. SOC 2 Compliance & External Audit Support
- Coordinate the company’s SOC 2 Type II audit readiness across IT infrastructure, security controls, user access management, and operational procedures.
- Orchestrate the audit engagement, aligning cross-functional teams and the external auditor on scope, schedule, and deliverables.
- Collect evidence, document controls, and resolve findings, carrying the engagement through to SOC 2 Type II certification.
3. HCM (ADP) Implementation & Integration
- Build and operate the company’s HCM (ADP) system to meet HD Hyundai’s global HR standards, configuring ADP to implement the company’s specific business processes.
- Review and analyze inefficient legacy HR processes and proactively define improvements, then implement the redesigned processes in ADP.
- Establish reliable, secure data integration between ADP and the ERP systems, ensuring HR and access data remain accurate and audit-ready across the organization.
4. In-house Full-Stack Application Development
- Design and develop in-house full-stack applications that digitize and streamline core business processes.
- Build out an integrated suite of internal systems — such as electronic-signature approval workflows, employee-master management, and role-based access control for SOC 2 — designed to operate as one cohesive platform.
- Drive each application end-to-end — from business-process and workflow design with end users, through build, deployment, and ongoing operations.
- Architect applications to be SOC 2-compliant by design, with security controls and audit logging.
5. Enterprise IT Standardization & Ongoing Operations
- Author and maintain English-language operating procedures localized from HQ documentation; conduct cross-departmental onboarding and rollout.
- Maintain the company homepage and supporting internal systems.
- Other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field.
- 2+ years of relevant IT experience.
- Korean–English bilingual proficiency (business-essential): full professional reading and writing in Korean is required for daily coordination with HQ, ERP operations, and the SOC 2 audit.
- Experience with SAP S/4HANA including the PS module, understanding project-based manufacturing processes in ERP.
- Working knowledge of IT security controls and SOC 2 compliance, including support for external SOC 2 Type II audits.
- Proficiency in SQL for data retrieval, validation, and reporting.
- Experience designing database schemas, including relational data modeling, normalization, and schema definition for application development.
- Ability to work independently and in a team in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Preferred Qualifications
- Microsoft 365 administration and configuration experience (e.g., permission management, Teams, SharePoint and Exchange Online, user/group administration).
- Proficiency with Microsoft 365 productivity applications, including advanced Excel (pivot tables, advanced formulas, data validation) and PowerPoint for reporting and documentation.
- Experience leveraging AI tools for workflow and task automation, with demonstrated ability to apply them to operational processes.
- AWS cloud architecture and business-process/workflow design experience.
- Full-stack development experience (Next.js, FastAPI, PostgreSQL, etc.).
- REST API design and integration experience.
- ADP enterprise HR-system integration experience.
Core Competencies
- Strong organizational and time management skills.
- Excellent interpersonal and problem-solving abilities.
- High attention to detail and confidentiality.
- Adaptability and willingness to take initiative.
- Ability to work effectively in a cross-cultural and multilingual environment.
- Proactive communication and collaboration skills.
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications.
- Annual performance-based bonus.
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
- Company-sponsored retirement savings plan (e.g., 401(k) or equivalent).
- Paid time off (vacation, holidays, sick leave).
- Visa sponsorship for eligible international candidates.
- Relocation support (if applicable).
- Employee wellness programs and professional development opportunities.
Equal Employment Opportunity & Applicant Privacy Statement (EEO)
HD Hyundai Power Transformers USA, Inc. is committed to equal employment opportunity for all qualified individuals. We prohibit discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We collect and process applicant information solely for recruitment and employment purposes, and we take reasonable measures to protect this information. Your data will not be shared with unauthorized third parties and will be handled in accordance with company policy and relevant privacy laws.
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Align your credentials with PERM requirements
PERM certifies a specific job description, not a general skill set. Make sure your degree field and job duties match the employer's certified role exactly, discrepancies between your transcript and the PERM application are a common cause of RFE delays.
Target employers with active PERM filing history
Search DOL OFLC disclosure data to identify companies that have previously filed PERM applications for IT Engineer roles. Employers already familiar with the process move faster and are less likely to abandon sponsorship mid-filing.
Clarify EB-2 versus EB-3 eligibility before applying
EB-2 requires a position needing an advanced degree or a candidate with strong credentials; EB-3 covers bachelor's-level roles. For IT Engineer positions, the job posting's stated minimum degree requirement determines which category PERM certifies under, so confirm this before negotiating your offer.
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Negotiate I-140 filing timing in your offer
Your priority date locks in only when USCIS receives the I-140 petition. Ask your employer to commit to filing I-140 promptly after PERM certification, not months later. For applicants from high-backlog countries, each month of delay extends your total wait significantly.
Verify prevailing wage before accepting a role
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Green Card IT Engineer: Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between H-1B sponsorship and green card sponsorship for an IT Engineer role?
H-1B visa is a temporary work visa requiring annual lottery entry at the cap-subject level, with no guarantee of selection. Green card sponsorship through PERM is a permanent pathway with no lottery. Your employer files a PERM labor certification with DOL, then an I-140 with USCIS, leading to lawful permanent residency rather than a status that expires and must be renewed.
How do I find IT Engineer employers that sponsor green cards?
Migrate Mate lets you search IT Engineer roles filtered by employers with documented green card sponsorship activity, so you're not guessing which companies are willing to go through the PERM process. Focusing your search this way saves time and avoids employers who sponsor temporary visas only.
Does an IT Engineer role qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 sponsorship?
Both categories can apply. If the role requires a master's degree or the employer files under a bachelor's-plus-five-years standard, EB-2 is available. Roles specifying a bachelor's degree as the minimum typically qualify under EB-3 as a skilled worker. The O*NET occupation profile for IT Engineers supports specialty occupation classification, which strengthens both categories.
How long does the green card process take for an IT Engineer?
The PERM labor certification with DOL currently takes roughly 18 months or more at the analyst review stage. After PERM approval, I-140 processing with USCIS adds additional time. Priority date wait times then depend heavily on your country of birth. Applicants born in countries with high backlogs, such as India or China, face significantly longer waits than those born elsewhere.
Can my employer start green card sponsorship while I'm on H-1B status?
Yes. Employers can file PERM while you're in H-1B status, and you don't need to change status to begin the process. Once your I-140 is approved and you've held it for 180 days, you gain AC21 portability rights, which protect your priority date and allow you to change employers in a similar IT Engineer role without restarting the process.