IT Field Engineer

Nextech Group Ltd
Abingdon, UK
11 days ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Compensation
£30,000.0 - £45,000.0
Working hours
Regular working hours

Tech stack

Microsoft Windows Microsoft Azure Hyper-V Networking Hardware Network Troubleshooting Network Architecture Network Installation Services Server Virtualization Network Routers Computer Network Technologies Virtual Environment Firewalls (Computer Science)
+3 more
Fortinet Network Server Cisco

Job description

As an IT Field Engineer, you’ll split your time between on-site customer visits and remote support, with a strong focus on network installations and infrastructure projects. This is a hands-on, varied role suited to someone who enjoys being out on the road, working directly with customers, and getting stuck into technical projects as well as day-to-day support., * Provide on-site and remote technical support to a portfolio of our client’s customers

  • Travel to customer sites to install, configure, and maintain network equipment including routers, switches, and firewalls (primarily Cisco and Fortinet)
  • Support the delivery of network infrastructure projects, focusing on on-site installation, configuration, and handover
  • Install, configure, and maintain physical and virtual servers
  • Provide support across Microsoft 365 and Azure environments
  • Deploy and manage Hyper-V virtual environments
  • Diagnose and resolve hardware, software, and network issues in a timely and professional manner
  • Maintain accurate documentation of customer environments, installations, and support tickets
  • Liaise directly with customers to ensure a high standard of service and communication
  • Work closely with the wider service desk and project teams to ensure smooth project delivery and support handovers

Requirements

  • Some experience in an IT support or field engineer role; MSP experience is highly desirable but not essential
  • A working knowledge of networking technologies, ideally with some exposure to Cisco and/or Fortinet routers, switches, and firewalls
  • Familiarity with Windows Server, Microsoft 365, Azure, and Hyper-V
  • Good troubleshooting skills across networks, servers, and end-user devices, with a willingness to learn and develop further
  • Excellent communication skills, with the confidence to represent the company professionally on customer sites
  • A proactive, ‘can-do’ attitude and willingness to travel to various customer locations
  • Well organised, with strong time management skills to balance support tickets and project work
  • Full UK driving licence required

Benefits & conditions

  • Salary £30,000 - £45,000, dependent on experience
  • Company car or pool car provided for travel requirements
  • Profit share scheme eligibility
  • Company pension scheme
  • Private healthcare
  • Flexible working schedule
  • Regular company events
  • Ongoing training and support toward relevant certifications
  • Friendly, supportive team environment

About the company

We are recruiting on behalf of our client, a market-leading Managed Service Provider (MSP) based in Abingdon, Oxfordshire, delivering exceptional IT support and project services to a diverse portfolio of customers. As they continue to grow, our client is looking for an IT Field Engineer to join their team, providing hands-on technical support and helping deliver network and infrastructure projects across their customer base.

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