Job Specifications
IT Business Analyst – Industrial Automation
Contract-to-Hire | Onsite – Houston, TX
An industrial automation systems integrator is seeking an IT Business Analyst to support a large-scale terminal automation project for a key client in The Woodlands. This is a contract-to-hire opportunity with full-time onsite work (5 days per week).
This role sits at the intersection of business operations and technical delivery. You will be responsible for translating business needs into actionable technical requirements, driving Toptech Systems projects from planning through deployment, and ensuring successful adoption by end users.
Key Responsibilities
Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of Toptech Systems initiatives, including site rollouts, upgrades, integrations, and enhancements
Partner with business stakeholders to gather and document requirements, define scope, and establish clear project objectives
Translate business requirements into technical specifications and ensure alignment with IT and engineering teams
Serve as the primary liaison between business units, IT, vendors, and system integrators
Manage project schedules, resources, risks, and dependencies using standard project management methodologies
Coordinate testing, training, and change management activities during system deployments
Monitor system performance and user feedback post-implementation and drive continuous improvement
Work directly with Toptech Systems support, third-party vendors, and internal teams to resolve issues and plan enhancements
Ensure compliance with service level agreements and project deliverables
Create and maintain project documentation, including:
Project charters and plans
Status reports and stakeholder updates
Post-implementation reviews
User guides and system configuration documentation
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Business Administration, or a related field
3+ years of experience in IT business analysis or IT project management
Experience supporting technology projects in industrial automation, terminal operations, fuel logistics, or similar environments
Strong working knowledge of Toptech Systems (TMS6, TMS7)
Proven ability to manage cross-functional teams and complex, multi-stakeholder projects
Strong communication, documentation, and stakeholder management skills
Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, onsite project environment
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in terminal automation or petroleum distribution environments
Exposure to or working knowledge of:
SAP
Linux
SQL
Toptech Multiloads and FCMs