Specialist IT Business Analyst

Join Eaton, a global leader where equality and inclusivity are at the heart of our mission. Here, everyone is valued and belongs. Be part of a team that delivers cutting-edge, energy-efficient solutions, making a tangible impact on the world. We empower our customers to manage electrical, hydraulic, and mechanical energy more effectively, safely, and sustainably. At Eaton, we’re dedicated to enhancing quality of life and protecting the environment with our innovative energy management technologies and services. Our EMEA Business Service Center (BSC) in Budapest is Eaton’s largest office in the region. With a diverse team of over 750 people, representing 40+ nationalities and speaking 20+ languages, the BSC is the central hub for business services. It empowers seamless operations and drives exceptional results across our electrical, industrial, and corporate teams. We are proud to be a Disability Friendly Workplace, ensuring an inclusive environment for all our employees. ​ ## What you’ll do: Eaton is currently seeking a Specialist IT Business Analyst to join our Digital Manufacturing IT organization, supporting a global network of manufacturing sites. The Specialist IT Business Analyst plays a key role in deploying and scaling lightweight Manufacturing Execution System (MES Lite) solutions based on Ignition (SCADA/IIoT platform). The role combines business analysis with hands-on implementation, working closely with production, engineering, and IT teams to translate operational requirements into scalable, shop floor-oriented digital solutions. Operating from a central IT function, the role acts as a consultant to manufacturing sites, guiding implementation approaches, supporting deployment execution, and ensuring alignment with enterprise standards and architectures. The analyst contributes to the development and rollout of standardized MES Lite templates, enabling fast and consistent deployment across multiple sites. The role supports machine connectivity and system integration across shop floor environments, leveraging technologies such as Ignition, Kepware, OPC UA, and PLC interfaces. In addition, the analyst ensures that MES Lite solutions support broader data and digital manufacturing strategies, including integration with ERP, analytics platforms, and enterprise systems. This position is instrumental in driving digital transformation by enabling data-driven decision-making, improving operational visibility, and supporting scalable MES Lite deployments across the enterprise. Travel required for site deployments, workshops, and go-live activities across EMEA and global locations (estimated 20–50% depending on project phase). Your main responsibilities: * Gain a deep understanding of manufacturing processes and business requirements to ensure MES Lite solutions deliver measurable operational value * Translate business needs into scalable MES Lite solutions using Ignition and related technologies * Support implementation and deployment of MES Lite solutions across manufacturing sites * Integrate shop floor equipment and systems using OPC UA, Kepware, PLC interfaces, and industrial protocols * Configure and customize Ignition-based applications, dashboards, and data models * Support rapid deployment cycles, including site rollouts, testing, and go-live activities * Troubleshoot and resolve issues in MES Lite applications within live production environments * Act as a liaison between business stakeholders and technical teams to ensure clarity and completeness of requirements * Collaborate with architecture and data teams to ensure alignment with enterprise standards and data strategy * Contribute to development and standardization of MES Lite templates, reusable components, and best practices * Contribute to definition and standardization of MES Lite architecture and deployment approach * Support backlog refinement, user story definition, and prioritization in Agile delivery environments * Validate...