Infrastructure Engineer

Wastequip, LLC; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

2 Medical Plan Options

401(k) Retirement Plan with 50% Company Match

Education Assistance (Tuition Reimbursement)

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Job summary

Wastequip, LLC is seeking a highly skilled Tier 2 Infrastructure Engineer in Charlotte, North Carolina. This pivotal role involves reviewing, designing, and maintaining core infrastructure systems while mentoring junior engineers. Responsibilities include infrastructure design, systems engineering, and security compliance.

The position offers an array of benefits such as healthcare plans, retirement options with company match, and education assistance. Candidates should have strong experience in cloud environments and automation tools, along with relevant certifications.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in infrastructure engineering or systems administration.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Relevant certifications (Microsoft, Fortinet, Cisco, VMware, etc.) are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Architect and deploy scalable, secure, and resilient infrastructure solutions.
• Configure and maintain enterprise-grade servers, storage, virtualization platforms, and networking components.
• Manage and evaluate cloud environments including provisioning and cost optimization.
• Implement and evaluate infrastructure-level security controls.

Skills

Windows/Linux server environments

Networking

Virtualization technologies

Cloud platforms

Infrastructure-as-code

Automation tools

Education

Bachelor’s degree in computer science or equivalent experience

Tools

PowerShell

Python

Terraform

Azure

AWS

VMware

Fortinet

Cisco

Nutanix

Job description

Job Description: This role is not remote or Hybrid. Wastequip LLC is seeking a highly skilled Tier 2 Infrastructure Engineer to join our growing team. This is a strategic and technical engineering role responsible for reviewing, designing, enhancing, and maintaining core infrastructure systems. The Tier 2 designation reflects a broader mastery across multiple Wastequip technology stacks, requiring proven expertise in at least four core areas and the ability to operate across the full infrastructure landscape. This role provides advanced engineering capability, technical leadership, and mentorship, while also serving as an escalation point for complex issues.

Key Responsibilities

• Infrastructure Design & Implementation: Architect and deploy scalable, secure, and resilient infrastructure solutions (on-prem, cloud, hybrid). Lead and oversee infrastructure projects to support key business initiatives from planning through execution and post-deployment support.
• Systems Engineering: Configure and maintain enterprise-grade servers, storage, virtualization platforms, and networking components, including making recommendations as to system functional specifications. Ensure high availability and performance of infrastructure systems.
• Cloud & Virtualization: Manage and evaluate cloud environments (Azure, AWS, etc.) including provisioning, monitoring, and cost optimization. Direct implementation and administration of virtualization platforms (VMware, Hyper-V) to ensure efficient resource utilization.
• Security & Compliance: Implement and evaluate infrastructure-level security controls and ensure compliance with industry standards (e.g., NIST, CIS, ISO). Collaborate with cybersecurity teams to harden systems and develop strategies to respond to vulnerabilities.
• Automation & Monitoring: Develop and maintain infrastructure automation scripts (PowerShell, Python, Terraform, etc.). Enhance monitoring and alerting systems to proactively identify and resolve issues.
• Collaboration & Leadership: Act as a senior technical escalation point for IT support teams. Mentor Tier 1 engineers and contribute to the development of infrastructure standards, playbooks and documentation. Travel to tier 1 sites and partner with Operational leadership to ensure technology needs are being met.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 5+ years of experience in infrastructure engineering or systems administration.
• Strong expertise in Windows/Linux server environments, networking, virtualization, and cloud platforms.
• Experience with infrastructure-as-code and automation tools.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Relevant certifications (e.g., Microsoft, Fortinet, Cisco, VMware, Nutanix, AWS, Azure) are a plus.

Company Benefits

• 2 Medical Plan Options - Base HSA (High Deductible) and Buy-Up Medical Plans
• Prescription (Rx) Insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• 2 Dental Plan Options - Base Dental and Buy-Up Dental Plans
• Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA’s)
• Health Care FSA
• Dependent Care FSA
• Company Paid Base Life Insurance
• Company Paid Accident, Death & Dismemberment Insurance
• Company Paid Business Travel Accident Insurance
• Company Paid Disability Insurance
• Short-Term Disability (STD) and Base Long-Term Disability (LTD) Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Voluntary Hospital, Accident & Critical Illness (Cancer) Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with 50% Company Match
• Voluntary Pet Insurance
• Vacation and Personal/Sick Time
• Paid Grandparent Leave
• Paid Bonding Leave
• Adoption Assistance
• Education Assistance (Tuition Reimbursement)
• Health Care - medical, dental and vision plans for all regular, full-time employees
• Short- and Long-Term Disability - coverage for non-occupational illnesses and injuries at no cost
• 401(k) Retirement Plan - employees may contribute and receive a company match up to IRS maximum
• Paid Time Off (PTO) - flexible approach to vacation, illness, family emergencies, personal time, inclement weather, personally observed holidays and more
• Holiday observances - 10 paid company holidays each calendar year
• Tuition Reimbursement - program covering approved coursework expenses

Wastequip is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to diversity and inclusion in our workforce. All qualified applicants and employees are considered and evaluated for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity or expression, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military status, or any other class protected by applicable law. Wastequip will provide reasonable accommodations to allow an applicant to participate in the hiring process if requested.