What are the responsibilities and job description for the SAP (S4 HANA) Architect position at Advanced Energy?
About Advanced Energy
Advanced Energy (Nasdaq: AEIS) is a global leader in the design and manufacturing of highly engineered, precision power conversion, measurement and control solutions for mission-critical applications and processes. AE’s power solutions enable customer innovation in complex applications for a wide range of industries including semiconductor equipment, industrial, manufacturing, telecommunications, data center computing and healthcare. Advanced Energy has devoted four decades to perfecting power for its global customers and is headquartered in Denver, Colorado.
WHY BE A PART OF ADVANCED ENERGY?
Some people say it’s like working in the best of two worlds. We operate like an agile, growing, small company – you can see your work make a difference to the company every day. Things move quickly and you can see and feel it. At the same time, we’re a global company founded in 1981 and have been publicly traded for more than 28 years. We have a strong cash position, deep trust and partnership with leading customers, a global best-in-class operations capability, and a proven leadership team. We have a track record and resources to make things happen both organically and inorganically. Being part of a nimble company with a solid foundation attracts team members that are capable, driven and like a challenge. Our employees collaborate and know how to have fun inventing, working, building and winning together. At our core, we are Advanced Energy – powering the future, together.
POSITION SUMMARY:
An SAP S/4HANA Architect designs, implements, and governs enterprise solutions, translating complex business needs into scalable S/4HANA architectures, focusing on S4 functional processes, integration with MES, PLM and other platforms, cloud platforms (BTP), data models, and best practices like Clean Core, leading transformation projects, and guiding teams on SAP roadmaps for digital transformation. Key responsibilities include requirement analysis, solution blueprinting, technical leadership, stakeholder management, and ensuring alignment with business strategy across functional areas such as Order to Cash (OTC), Supply Chain Operations (SCO), Plan to Produce (P2P) and Source to Pay (STP).
RESPONSIBILITIES:
As required by multiple state pay transparency laws, Advanced Energy provides a reasonable range of compensation for each job posting. Actual compensation is influenced by an array of factors including, but not limited to, skill set, level of experience, and specific office location. The range of starting pay for this role is $130,000 to $175,000 per year.
BENEFITS:
As part of our total rewards philosophy, we believe in offering and maintaining competitive compensation and benefits programs for our employees to attract and retain a talented, highly engaged workforce. Our compensation programs are focused on equitable, fair pay practices including market-based base pay, an annual pay-for-performance incentive plan, and discounted Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
In addition to our competitive compensation practices, we offer a strong benefits package in each of the countries in which we operate. In the U.S., we offer a rich benefits package that includes:
Advanced Energy is also committed to providing reasonable accommodations in our job application process/procedures for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you require assistance in completing an Advanced Energy application, please reach out to HumanResources@aei.com.
CO ONLY:
Applications will be accepted through April 30, 2026, the company reserves the right to review applications at any point after they are submitted.
Advanced Energy (Nasdaq: AEIS) is a global leader in the design and manufacturing of highly engineered, precision power conversion, measurement and control solutions for mission-critical applications and processes. AE’s power solutions enable customer innovation in complex applications for a wide range of industries including semiconductor equipment, industrial, manufacturing, telecommunications, data center computing and healthcare. Advanced Energy has devoted four decades to perfecting power for its global customers and is headquartered in Denver, Colorado.
WHY BE A PART OF ADVANCED ENERGY?
Some people say it’s like working in the best of two worlds. We operate like an agile, growing, small company – you can see your work make a difference to the company every day. Things move quickly and you can see and feel it. At the same time, we’re a global company founded in 1981 and have been publicly traded for more than 28 years. We have a strong cash position, deep trust and partnership with leading customers, a global best-in-class operations capability, and a proven leadership team. We have a track record and resources to make things happen both organically and inorganically. Being part of a nimble company with a solid foundation attracts team members that are capable, driven and like a challenge. Our employees collaborate and know how to have fun inventing, working, building and winning together. At our core, we are Advanced Energy – powering the future, together.
POSITION SUMMARY:
An SAP S/4HANA Architect designs, implements, and governs enterprise solutions, translating complex business needs into scalable S/4HANA architectures, focusing on S4 functional processes, integration with MES, PLM and other platforms, cloud platforms (BTP), data models, and best practices like Clean Core, leading transformation projects, and guiding teams on SAP roadmaps for digital transformation. Key responsibilities include requirement analysis, solution blueprinting, technical leadership, stakeholder management, and ensuring alignment with business strategy across functional areas such as Order to Cash (OTC), Supply Chain Operations (SCO), Plan to Produce (P2P) and Source to Pay (STP).
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Solution Design: Design end-to-end SAP S/4HANA solutions, ensuring seamless integration with other systems and adherence to standards (Clean Core, BTP).
- Requirements Gathering: Work with business stakeholders to understand needs and map them to SAP functionality.
- Technical Leadership: Provide deep expertise on S/4HANA architecture, conversion, migration, and roadmap, guiding teams.
- Governance & Standards: Define and enforce architecture standards, best practices, and methodologies.
- Project Leadership: Lead complex implementation projects, manage risks, and collaborate with onsite/offshore teams.
- Innovation: Drive research and propose new solutions using SAP technologies like BTP, Fiori, and Analytics Cloud.
- Location: Denver, CO
- Environment: Standard office environment
- Deep SAP S/4HANA Knowledge: Modules (FICO, SD, MM, PP), Business Technology Platform (BTP), Fiori, HANA database.
- Architecture: Solution architecture, integration patterns, data modeling, landscape design, cloud integration.
- Methodologies: SAP Activate, agile implementation approaches, project management.
- Soft Skills: Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
- 10 years in SAP, with significant experience in S/4HANA implementations and transformations.
- Proven track record leading complex projects from concept to completion.
- Experience with large-scale digital transformations and cloud adoption.
- Experience integrating S4 HANA with custom software applications such as CRM, MES and PLM
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field; a Master’s degree is preferred.
As required by multiple state pay transparency laws, Advanced Energy provides a reasonable range of compensation for each job posting. Actual compensation is influenced by an array of factors including, but not limited to, skill set, level of experience, and specific office location. The range of starting pay for this role is $130,000 to $175,000 per year.
BENEFITS:
As part of our total rewards philosophy, we believe in offering and maintaining competitive compensation and benefits programs for our employees to attract and retain a talented, highly engaged workforce. Our compensation programs are focused on equitable, fair pay practices including market-based base pay, an annual pay-for-performance incentive plan, and discounted Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
In addition to our competitive compensation practices, we offer a strong benefits package in each of the countries in which we operate. In the U.S., we offer a rich benefits package that includes:
- Medical - multiple medical plans are available to choose from
- Short and long-term disability and life insurance
- Health savings and flexible spending accounts
- Generous time off policy starting with 3 weeks of paid vacation, 7 days of paid sick time, and 12 paid holidays
- 8 hours of paid volunteer time off
- 8 weeks of paid parental leave for both Moms and Dads
- Company matched 401(k)
- Tuition reimbursement
- Expanded mental health coverage and employee assistance programs
- Other voluntary benefits include critical illness, accident and hospital indemnity, pet insurance, identify theft, and legal assistance
Advanced Energy is also committed to providing reasonable accommodations in our job application process/procedures for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you require assistance in completing an Advanced Energy application, please reach out to HumanResources@aei.com.
CO ONLY:
Applications will be accepted through April 30, 2026, the company reserves the right to review applications at any point after they are submitted.
Salary : $130,000 - $175,000