Hardware Installation Engineer (Defence)

Xibis Ltd; Gloucester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading IT services company is seeking a Hardware Installation Engineer to support on-site deployment and installation of IT hardware in secure environments. The ideal candidate will have proven expertise in hardware installation, structured cabling, and the ability to perform Portable Appliance Testing (PAT). Join a collaborative team focused on delivering high-quality outcomes while supporting your career growth in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Excellent pension

Private healthcare

Share scheme (3.5% + 3.5% matching)

Qualifications

• Proven experience in IT hardware installation and deployment at client sites.
• Strong knowledge of structured cabling for network, fibre, and power.
• Ability to perform Portable Appliance Testing (PAT) and document results accurately.
• Experience working with build documentation and deployment schedules.
• Excellent collaboration and communication skills in technical team environments.
• Eligibility to obtain and maintain UK Security Clearance.

Responsibilities

• Deploy & install IT hardware including servers, network switches, routers, storage arrays, and PDUs.
• Deliver & maintain structured cabling for network, fibre, and power with full compliance.
• Test & certify equipment through Portable Appliance Testing (PAT) and document results.
• Execute & follow build documentation and deployment schedules with precision.
• Collaborate & coordinate with engineering teams to confirm connectivity and readiness.
• Comply with client site protocols and security clearance requirements.

Skills

Hardware Installation

Network Administration

Racking/Cabling

Job description

Hardware Installation Engineer (Defence)

Category: Infrastructure/Cloud

Main location: United Kingdom, England - South West, Gloucester

Position ID: J0725-0693

Employment Type: Full Time

Position Description

The Space, Defence and Intelligence business unit in CGI is a true IT Systems Integrator. We work, build, and operate bespoke, technically complex, mission‑critical systems which help our clients keep us all safe and secure. We bring innovation to our clients using proven and emerging technologies, agile delivery processes and our deep expertise across the breadth of space, defence, intelligence, aerospace and maritime, all underpinned by our end-to-end cyber capability. We work collaboratively with global technology companies, cutting edge SMEs and academia to deliver the optimal solution for each client.

CGI was recognised in the Sunday Times Best Places to Work List 2025 and has been named one of the ‘World’s Best Employers’ by Forbes magazine. We offer a competitive salary, excellent pension, private healthcare, plus a share scheme (3.5% + 3.5% matching) which makes you a CGI Partner not just an employee. We are committed to inclusivity, building a genuinely diverse community of tech talent and inspiring everyone to pursue careers in our sector, including our Armed Forces, and are proud to hold a Gold Award in recognition of our support of the Armed Forces Corporate Covenant. Join us and you’ll be part of an open, friendly community of experts. We’ll train and support you in taking your career wherever you want it to go.

Due to the secure nature of the programme, you will need to hold UK Security Clearance or be eligible to go through this clearance. This position will be full time position, working out of our site near Cheltenham.

Your Future Duties And Responsibilities

In this role, you will be responsible for the on‑site deployment and installation of IT hardware, ensuring infrastructure is delivered to the highest standards. You will manage structured cabling, conduct compliance testing, and work closely with engineering teams to verify connectivity and readiness before handover. Your attention to detail and ability to adapt in live environments will be key to successful project outcomes.

You will also be trusted to take ownership of build documentation, schedules, and compliance reporting, ensuring installations are accurate, timely, and fully aligned with client requirements. Collaboration will be central to your role, working alongside colleagues across multiple disciplines to achieve seamless integration and operational success.

Key Responsibilities

• Deploy & install IT hardware including servers, network switches, routers, storage arrays, and PDUs.
• Deliver & maintain structured cabling for network, fibre, and power with full compliance and labelling.
• Test & certify equipment through Portable Appliance Testing (PAT) and document results.
• Execute & follow build documentation and deployment schedules with precision.
• Collaborate & coordinate with engineering teams to confirm connectivity, power, and readiness.
• Comply & adhere to client site protocols and security clearance requirements.

Required Qualifications To Be Successful In This Role

To succeed in this role, you should bring technical expertise in hardware installation and structured cabling, with experience in working within live and secure client environments. You will need to be organised, detail‑oriented, and confident in collaborating with engineering teams to deliver reliable, high‑quality outcomes.

Essential Qualifications

• Proven experience in IT hardware installation and deployment at client sites.
• Strong knowledge of structured cabling for network, fibre, and power.
• Ability to perform Portable Appliance Testing (PAT) and document results accurately.
• Experience working with build documentation and deployment schedules.
• Excellent collaboration and communication skills in technical team environments.
• Eligibility to obtain and maintain UK Security Clearance.

Skills

• Hardware Installation
• Network Administration
• Racking/Cabling

What You Can Expect From Us

Life at CGI is rooted in ownership, teamwork, respect and belonging. Here, you’ll reach your full potential because you are invited to be an owner from day 1 as we work together to bring our Dream to life.

Your work creates value. You’ll develop innovative solutions and build relationships with teammates and clients while accessing global capabilities to scale your ideas, embrace new opportunities, and benefit from expansive industry and technology expertise.

You’ll shape your career by joining a company built to grow and last. You’ll be supported by leaders who care about your health and well‑being and provide you with opportunities to deepen your skills and broaden your horizons.

Come join our team—one of the largest IT and business consulting services firms in the world.