Junior HPC Infrastructure Engineer - Travel Ready & On‑Site

PGTEK; Dayton (OH); On-site; USD 63,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Vision & Dental plans

401(k) matching

PTO and holidays

Education assistance

Job summary

PGTEK is seeking an entry-level Infrastructure / HPC Support Engineer to join our growing team. The role focuses on deployment, system support, and hardware troubleshooting within HPC environments, with nationwide travel to customer sites and weekends at home.

Strong IT interest and a recent Bachelor's degree or entry-level certifications (CompTIA A+/Network+/Security+) are encouraged. On-the-job training will advance responsibilities in Linux and HPC spaces.

Qualifications

• Experience with Linux operating systems (RHEL/CentOS/Ubuntu).
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work in fast-paced, dynamic environments with teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Assist with moving HPC materials, equipment, and racks into datacenter environments.
• Perform basic system administration across Linux systems integrated with Windows Server AD.
• Execute top-of-rack cabling per configuration and deployment documents.
• Manage OS compliance, patching, and upgrades.
• Conduct hardware maintenance, diagnostics, and troubleshooting across architectures.
• Maintain application integrity; support new installations and customer requirements.
• Maintain and test backup and recovery procedures.
• Operate lifts and move components up to 90 lbs with assistance; 50 lbs solo.
• Work on ladders and follow all safety protocols.

Education

Bachelor's degree

CompTIA A+

CompTIA Network+

CompTIA Security+

Job description

PGTEK is seeking an entry-level Infrastructure / HPC Support Engineer to join our growing team. The role focuses on deployment, system support, and hardware troubleshooting within HPC environments, with nationwide travel to customer sites and weekends at home.

Strong IT interest and a recent Bachelor's degree or entry-level certifications (CompTIA A+/Network+/Security+) are encouraged. On-the-job training will advance responsibilities in Linux and HPC spaces.