Data Center Engineer
U.s. Citizenship
Lisle, United States of America
3 days ago
Role details
Contract type
Temporary to permanent Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours) Working hours
Shift work Languages
English Experience level
SeniorJob location
Lisle, United States of America
Tech stack
Data Centers
Linux
Microprocessors
Firmware
Network Troubleshooting
Graphics Processing Unit (GPU)
AI Platforms
Hardware Infrastructure
Job description
- Provide on-site support for Dell server and data center systems, ensuring rapid issue resolution and minimal downtime.
- Perform hardware maintenance including server builds, swaps, component replacements, and firmware updates.
- Troubleshoot system issues across hardware, firmware, and operating systems, escalating when appropriate.
- Support both reactive and preventive maintenance following established procedures.
- Collaborate with internal teams and customers during service events to ensure clear communication and resolution.
- Document work performed and contribute to shared knowledge and best practices.
- Participate in on-call rotations and support extended coverage when needed.
Requirements
- Hands-on experience with server hardware (CPU, memory, power supply, GPU replacements, server builds).
- Experience with server swaps and deployments
- Experience replacing server components (CPUs, memory, power supplies, GPUs, full server replacements)
- Experience with water cooling servers (desirable, not required)
- Familiarity with Linux
- Has built PCs
- Follows provided Plan of Action (POA) from support
- Stays current with technology (reading, company announcements, continuous learning)
- Can handle the physical demands of the job, * Experience supporting servers or data center hardware in a field, enterprise, or customer-facing environment.
- Hands-on skills with server components (CPU, memory, power supplies, GPUs, etc.)
- Familiarity with Linux or similar operating systems.
- Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities.
- Comfortable working independently on-site and communicating clearly with customers.
- Willingness to learn and support emerging technologies, including AI platforms.
Proximity & Availability:
- Comfortable with daily commute
- Willing to work shifts and be on-call, * 3 5+ years of experience in technical support, field service, or data center roles
- Associate or Bachelor s degree in IT or related field (or equivalent experience)
- Dell or other vendor certifications are a plus, but not required
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs, travel to customer sites, and support flexible/on-call schedule