IT Project Engineer Moulton Park, Northampton Engineering & IT

dbfb communications; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Profit Share bonus

Development plan

25 days holiday

Pension

Healthcare top up

Job summary

dbfb is seeking an IT Project Engineer to design and deliver client IT projects, working closely with the Head of Engineering and the presales team to provide Microsoft 365, Azure, networking, and managed services solutions.

This field-based role focuses on executing project plans, ensuring successful outcomes, and deepening expertise across our technology stack while maintaining strong customer engagement and satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant subject (CS/IT) is ideal.
• Relevant industry certifications with proven implementation are a plus.
• Full valid UK driving licence is required.

Responsibilities

• Implement and manage a wide array of IT and networking projects.
• Serve as the 3rd line escalation point for technical issues.
• Engage with customers and sales leads to deliver transformative solutions.
• Onboard new technologies and systems as part of the tech stack.
• Create clear documentation and deployment processes promptly.

Skills

Microsoft 365

Azure

Networking

Meraki

Draytek

Entra ID

Group Policy

Endpoint Manager

Cyber Essentials

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or IT

Tools

Windows Server

VPN

Microsoft 365 Admin

Job description

At dbfb, we’re more than a managed service provider; we’re a team that delivers seamless telecoms and IT solutions to businesses of all sizes. From connectivity and mobility to telephony and IT services, we keep businesses running smoothly with tailored, flexible solutions that match their needs and budgets.

We’re chosen by businesses because we listen, offer impartial advice, and deliver expert support without the jargon. Our customers trust us to provide reliable, innovative solutions backed by a professional, fun, and friendly team that genuinely cares about their success. And we don’t just connect businesses - we support our community too.

At dbfb, people are at the heart of everything we do. We recognise strengths, encourage fresh ideas, and thrive on collaboration. If you’re looking for a fast-paced, team-driven environment where you can make an impact and enjoy your work, you’ll fit right in.

Let’s grow, innovate, and succeed together!

What are we Looking For?

Job title: IT Project Engineer

Reports to: Head of Engineering

Hours of Work: 37.5 hours a week, Monday to Friday (between our operating hours of 8am to 6pm) + Occasional out of hours projects and implementations (agreed in advance and paid as overtime or time in lieu)

What is the Role?

As an IT Project Engineer, you will be instrumental in designing and delivering projects for our clients. You will work closely with the Head of Engineering and the presales team to deliver technical solutions across our customer base.

This is primarily a field-based role focused on executing project plans to achieve desired business outcomes. It is ideally suited to a motivated and ambitious IT professional eager to deepen their expertise in Microsoft 365, Azure, networking, connectivity solutions, and managed services.

Key Tasks & Accountabilities

• Serve as the IT project engineer, implementing and managing a wide array of IT and networking projects.
• Key technical escalation point for 3 rd line support team.
• Engage with customers and sales leads to understand their requirements and deliver transformative solutions.
• Onboarding and understanding new technologies and systems as part of our technology stack.
• Creating clear documentation, and deployment process in an effective and timely manner.
• Onboarding of IT customers, providing a fantastic customer experience whist ensuring our support team have the information needed to support effectively.
• Able to be self-sufficient, finding resolutions and improving customer outcomes in line with dbfb expectations.

What will You Bring?

Experience:

• 5+ years proven experience as a Technical Project Engineer or similar role.
• Proficient in understanding, implementing, and troubleshooting cloud, hardware, software, and networks.
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft operating systems, Azure and Microsoft 365.
• Strong knowledge of Meraki, Draytek and cloud networking technologies.
• Experience with Entra ID, Group Policy, Endpoint Manager and other administrative and security-focused solutions.
• Strong project management experience in liaising with customers and internal project teams to ensure project progress communicated effectively.
• Experience of the Cyber Essentials framework and general best practices.
• Resolution driven, always striving for a positive response and delivery of options to customer’s IT and network constraints.
• Commercially aware of solutions and adhering to best practice, compliant with supplier, and vendor terms of service.
• A problem-solving mentality, able to effectively identify issues and problems early, to find the correct path for resolution.
• A tenacious attitude with a desire to deliver over and above the customers’ expectations.
• Ability to engage with customers and 3rd parties in a professional and proficient manner.
• Able to demonstrate a confident and friendly approach.
• Business acumen with a keen eye for development opportunities, skilled at time management and workload prioritisation.
• Adaptability to continue to deliver service excellence in a fast-changing environment.
• Enthusiastic personality, demonstrating a strong desire to learn and progress.

Qualifications:

• A bachelor’s degree in a relevant subject (Computer Science, Information Technology, etc) is ideal.
• Relevant industry certifications with proven implementation is a plus
• Full valid UK driving licence is required.

What is in it for You?

• A competitive salary (£40,000-45,000 depending on experience)
• Profit Share annual bonus
• development plan
• 25 days holiday
• extra days leave on birthday
• Pension
• NHS Healthcare Top Up Cash Plan (money back on everyday medical expenses)
• Death in Service (3 x salary)
• Discount scheme on entertainment/shopping/leisure activities
• Van provided to get around to customer sites.

Plus genuinely great co-workers who want to see the company and each other succeed, and we always have fruit, cakes and sweets on the go.

As an employer, we place great importance on our diverse and collaborative workforce and culture. We particularly focus on 5 pillars of success: People, Platforms, Services, Solutions and Sustainability.

Our people are the key to all our success and we are committed to identifying and working to each individual’s strengths, to create a balanced and innovative atmosphere and a consultative way of operating.

All our employees display and are measured on some specific core standards of ethical and engaging behaviour:

• Customer Focused
• Accountable
• Commercially Aware

40000 - 45000 DOE

Hours

Between 8am and 6pm (37.5 hours per week)