IT Infrastructure Systems Engineer

UTAC; Bedford; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full UK driving licence

Criminal Disclosure check

SC clearance potential

Job summary

UTAC is seeking an IT Infrastructure Systems Engineer to join the UK IT team. You will provide 2nd/3rd line support for core infrastructure, including email platforms, virtualization environments, storage, and networks, while leading on infrastructure projects.

You will collaborate globally on technology evaluations and system upgrades, contributing to operational efficiency and resilience. A strong focus on documentation and security is expected.

Qualifications

• Certifications in Microsoft, Cisco or CompTIA networks are required or equivalent experience.
• Experience in 2nd/3rd line IT infrastructure support is expected.
• Familiarity with Exchange Online and Microsoft 365 is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support and maintain virtualisation platforms (VMware vSphere, Hyper‑V, Morpheus).
• Perform capacity planning, resource optimisation and patch management.
• Manage SAN/NAS storage, backup operations and DR processes.

Skills

VMware

Hyper-V

AD & GPOs

Networking basics

Backup & DR

Exchange Online

Education

Microsoft MCSA/MCSE

Cisco CCNA/CCNP

CompTIA Network+/Server+/Security+

Tools

VMware vSphere

Hyper-V

Morpheus

Dell EMC

NetApp

Job description

Company Description

UTAC is a market-leading international group in digital & sustainable mobility, customisable testing solutions, customisable testing systems, vehicle engineering, homologation, regulatory advice & expertise, certification, training, corporate events and classic & sportscars festivals.

The Group provides services and systems to customers in the various sectors: mobility, transport, tyre, petrochemical, agriculture and defence industries. UTAC operates test centres and laboratories in France (including the official Euro NCAP facility), the UK, USA, Finland, Morocco, and Germany; it has subsidiaries in China, Korea and Japan. UTAC employs around 1300 people across its various locations.

As a group we share a strong and clear vision to deliver safe and efficient solutions and systems to our customers. We are proud and confident in our heritage, our capabilities and our people and believe that by creating a culture where individuals feel they can make a difference and enjoy coming to work, we can deliver the best possible service to our customers.

Our core values of Expertise, Innovation and Integrity provide a clear daily guide to how we work together safely, as one team, helping each other to succeed.

Job Description

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented IT Infrastructure Systems Engineer to join our IT team. In this role, you be responsible for the 2nd/3rd line of support for our core infrastructure, including email platforms, virtualisation environments, storage infrastructure, and network services. You will work closely with senior engineers to maintain and improve server and network environments.

You will also take a technical lead role on infrastructure projects, including researching, evaluating, and recommending new and emerging technologies that support operational efficiency, resilience, and future business requirements. The role will provide the opportunity for global collaboration on IT infrastructure and emerging technologies.

Responsibilities

• Support and maintain virtualisation platforms such as VMware vSphere, Hyper V, Morpheus. Deploy, configure, and monitor virtual machines and hosts.
• Perform capacity planning, resource optimisation, and patch management.
• Storage, administration of SAN/NAS storage systems, including provisioning, performance tuning, and monitoring. Ensure data integrity, backup operations, and disaster recovery.
• Support LAN/WAN infrastructure, including switches, routers, firewalls, and wireless networks.
• Monitor network performance, troubleshoot connectivity issues, and maintain network security.
• Assist with network upgrades, configuration changes, and documentation.
• Email & Messaging Systems
• Administer and support enterprise email platforms (e.g., Microsoft Exchange, Exchange Online, M365).
• Lead and contribute on infrastructure projects, including technology evaluations, system upgrades, migrations, and service improvements.
• Provide 2nd/3rd line support for escalated incidents and service requests.
• Maintain system documentation, diagrams, and standard operational procedures.
• Manage user accounts, security groups, and GPOs within Active Directory.
• Act in accordance with the behaviours for UTAC staff at all times.

Qualifications

Relevant certifications such as:

• Microsoft (MCSA/MCSE)
• Cisco CCNA/CCNP
• CompTIA Network+ / Server+ / Security+

Or equivalent professional experience.

Experience

• Minimum of 1-2 years in 2rd-3rd line roles supporting IT Infrastructure or Systems.
• Hands on experience with virtualisation technologies (VMware, Hyper V).
• Experience supporting storage platforms (Dell EMC, NetApp or similar).
• Familiarity with backup technologies and disaster recovery concepts.
• Experience supporting Microsoft 365, Exchange Online, Exchange Server, and enterprise email and messaging systems.
• Networking fundamentals (TCP/IP, VLANs, routing, firewalls).

Skills

• Microsoft Server technologies with an understanding of AD, DHCP, GPO.
• Experience with monitoring tools and infrastructure management platforms.
• Familiarity with backup technologies and disaster recovery concepts.
• Ability to troubleshoot complex technical issues across multiple domains.
• Excellent communication, documentation and technical writing skills.

Personal Behaviours

• Strong problem-solving mindset and attention to detail.
• Proactive and self-motivated approach to problem resolution.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Customer focused approach with a commitment to service excellence.
• Adaptable and willing to learn emerging technologies.

Other

• Flexibility to travel as and when required
• Full UK driving licence
• Willing to undergo a Criminal Disclosure check
• SC clearance or ability to achieve this if not already held (UK national with residency in the UK for the last 5 years)

Additional Information

For you, as a potential UTAC team member, we believe that the international and diverse nature of our business combined with the passion, energy and friendliness of our people create a great place to work. UTAC is proud to be an equal opportunities employer, valuing inclusion and supporting our people to be themselves and at their very best.

By joining us you will gain access to a broad range of learning relevant to your role and personal development, as well as exposure to leading technologies and expertise.

Our reward and benefit programmes are designed to support our people with competitive and locally tailored packages combined with support for individual health and wellbeing both inside and outside of work.

In the UK this includes;

• Life Cover
• Access to a wide range of discounts and offers via the Perkz reward scheme
• Recognition awards linked to our UTAC values of Expertise, Innovation and Integrity.
• Healthcare cashback plans
• Generous holiday benefits
• Contributorypension schemes
• Attractivefamily friendly policies; maternity, paternity, shared parental leave, flexible working.
• Access to a variety of employee assistance support services.

Learn more about UTAC and what and how we do what we do at www.utac.com

Candidates for positions at UTAC must be able to provide proof of identity and eligibility to work in the country the role is based in. Immigration visa sponsorship is not available for this position.