Mainframe Systems Hardware Engineer

Systems Technology Group, Inc. (STG); Dearborn (MI); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Systems Technology Group, Inc. (STG) in Dearborn, MI, seeks a Mainframe Systems Hardware Engineer to define and maintain zSeries hardware components and oversee complex mainframe hardware installations.

The role requires experience with IBM HCM, CMT, HCD, and Cisco FICON networks, monitoring hardware performance, coordinating upgrades, and leading cross-functional teams to ensure stable mainframe environments.

Qualifications

• Define and maintain zSeries hardware components using IBM HCM, CMT and HCD.
• Analyze hardware configurations for I/O across mainframes, storage, data centers and networks.
• Coordinate hardware installations and plan microcode upgrades.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and diagnose hardware failures across mainframe systems and peripherals.
• Provide prompt problem determination and corrective action for hardware issues.
• Schedule and supervise hardware maintenance activities.
• Lead cross-functional teams on mainframe hardware projects.
• Coordinate changes with storage and software teams for new configurations.

Skills

HCM (Hardware Configuration Manager)

CMT (Connectivity Mapping Tool)

HCD (Hardware Configuration Definition

Cisco FICON switches

Tools

IBM Hardware Configuration Manager (HCM)

CMT

Hardware Configuration Definition (HCD)

Job description

Title: Mainframe Systems Hardware Engineer

Description: STG is a fast-growing Digital Transformation services company providing Fortune 500 companies with Digital Transformation, Mobility, Analytics and Cloud Integration services in both information technology and engineering product lines. STG has a 98% repeat business rate from existing clients and have achieved industry awards and recognition for our services. Crain’s Detroit Business named STG to Michigan’s Fastest Growing Companies list in both 2020 and 2019, Top IT Services Company’s List in 2020, 2019, 2018, and Top Minority Business Enterprise List in 2020, 2019, and 2019.

Experience Required

• Define and maintain zSeries hardware components using IBM Hardware Configuration Manager (HCM, CMT (Connectivity Mapping Tool) and Hardware Configuration Definition (HCD).
• Analyze and determine hardware configurations to distribute I/O across mainframes, storage systems, data centers, and Cisco ACI and FICON networks.
• Program Cisco FICON switches and mainframe IOGENs to support mainframe resources and environments.
• Design, install, and maintain mainframe cable infrastructure, including cabling hardware into client’s Cisco ACI and FICON fiber networks.
• Coordinate and plan all hardware installations and de-installations, including assembling and managing installation/de-installation teams.
• Coordinate and plan all hardware microcode upgrades.

Monitoring, Maintenance & Support

• Monitor, track, and diagnose hardware failures across all mainframe computer systems and peripheral devices.
• Provide prompt problem determination and implement immediate corrective action in the event of hardware failures.
• Schedule and supervise hardware maintenance activities.
• Supervise hardware suppliers during equipment installation (placement, power installation, equipment clearance, etc.).
• Provide weekend, evening, and on-call (24x7x365, pager rotation) support for hardware failures and configuration launches.
• Coordinate hardware activities with other Ford’s teams, including Network, Operations and Facilities.

Planning & Project Coordination

• Coordinate changes with storage and software teams when planning and implementing new hardware and configurations.
• Attend Facility Planning meetings and support data center transition/consolidation efforts.
• Participate in Disaster Recovery planning and testing and serve as technical liaison when installing equipment for D/R or consolidation purposes.
• Lead cross-functional teams and drive results on mainframe hardware projects

Mainframe Systems Hardware Engineer position is based at our corporate office located in Dearborn, Michigan. A great opportunity to experience the corporate environment leading personal career growth.

Resume Submittal Instructions

Interested/qualified candidates should email their word formatted resumes to Ms. Shweta Huria at [e-mail] and/or contact at 248.795.5847. In the subject line of the email please include: First and Last Name (Mainframe Systems Hardware Engineer).

• For more information about STG, please visit us at www.stgit.com.