Infrastructure Engineer (IT / OT)

Yolk Recruitment Ltd; Stone; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid & flexible working

Private Medical Insurance

28 days holiday + bank holidays

6.5% matched pension

Ongoing training and development

Long-term career progression

Job summary

Meritus is recruiting an Infrastructure Engineer to join a systems integration consultancy delivering secure OT and IT infrastructure for critical energy projects. Hybrid role in Stone, Staffordshire with a focus on design, build and customer handover.

The role covers Windows Server administration, networking, virtualization, and collaboration with cyber security specialists to meet IEC 62443 standards. Documentation and project delivery are key aspects.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years in OT or infrastructure environment.
• Experience administering Windows Server 2016/2019/2022 and Active Directory.
• Knowledge of network switch and firewall configuration.
• Experience with VMware or Hyper‑V virtualization.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent communication and collaboration within project teams.

Responsibilities

• Support the design and implementation of secure OT and IT infrastructure solutions.
• Configure and maintain Windows Server 2016/2019/2022 environments, Active Directory and Group Policy.
• Build and support virtualised environments using VMware or Hyper‑V.
• Configure and support network switches and firewalls.
• Work alongside cyber security specialists to deliver systems aligned with IEC 62443 standards.
• Support FAT, commissioning activities and customer handovers.
• Produce and maintain technical documentation throughout project delivery.

Skills

OT/infrastructure experience

Windows Server administration

Networking knowledge

Communication

Troubleshooting

Team collaboration

Tools

VMware

Hyper-V

Active Directory

Job description

MERITUS are recruiting for an Infrastructure Engineer to join an expanding Systems Integration Consultancy, supporting the design, build and delivery of secure Operational Technology (OT) and IT infrastructure solutions for critical infrastructure and energy projects.

INFRASTRUCTURE ENGINEER (OT/IT) - £NEG (ENQUIRE FOR DETAILS) - STONE, STAFFORDSHIRE - HYBRID WORKING

We're looking for an Infrastructure Engineer with experience in Windows Server, networking and virtualisation to support the delivery of secure OT infrastructure solutions. Working as part of an experienced engineering team, you'll be involved throughout the project lifecycle, from system design and configuration through to testing, commissioning and customer handover, with a strong focus on cyber security and industry best practice.

Responsibilities:

• Support the design and implementation of secure OT and IT infrastructure solutions.
• Configure and maintain Windows Server 2016/2019/2022 environments, Active Directory and Group Policy.
• Build and support virtualised environments using VMware or Hyper‑V.
• Configure and support network switches and firewalls.
• Work alongside cyber security specialists to deliver systems aligned with IEC 62443 standards.
• Support Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT), commissioning activities and customer handovers.
• Produce and maintain technical documentation throughout project delivery.

Skills & Experience:

Essential:

• Around 2-5 years' experience within an OT, industrial control systems or infrastructure engineering environment.
• Experience administering Windows Server 2016/2019/2022 and Active Directory.
• Knowledge of network switch and firewall configuration.
• Experience with VMware or Hyper‑V virtualisation platforms.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to work collaboratively within project teams.

Desirable:

• Experience working within the energy, utilities, manufacturing or other industrial sectors.
• Knowledge of IEC 62443 or other industrial cyber security standards.
• Experience supporting the delivery of secure OT infrastructure solutions.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary (£Neg - enquire for details).
• 28 days holiday + bank holidays.
• 6.5% matched pension.
• Private Medical Insurance.
• Hybrid & flexible working options.
• Ongoing training and development.
• Long-term career progression.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing Systems Integration Consultancy delivering cutting‑edge OT and IT infrastructure solutions for critical infrastructure projects. You'll work alongside experienced engineers on technically challenging projects while developing your expertise in industrial infrastructure, networking, virtualisation and cyber security.