On-Site HPC Infrastructure Engineer — 100% Travel

PGTEK; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Vision plan

Dental insurance paid by PGTEK

Life Insurance

Short and Long-Term disability

Critical Illness insurance premiums

401(k) with matching

ASPCA Pet Insurance discount

Employee Assistance Program

Paid time off and Holidays

Education Assistance after 12 months

Job summary

PGTEK is seeking an Infrastructure / High-Performance Computing (HPC) Support Engineer to deploy, maintain, and troubleshoot HPC infrastructure across enterprise data centers and government environments. The role requires 100% travel to customer sites nationwide, with weekends at home where possible.

The position focuses on hands-on hardware deployment, Linux system support, and rigorous documentation to ensure reliable HPC deployments.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of experience supporting enterprise data center infrastructure
• Hands-on experience with rack and stack deployments, server installation, hardware break/fix, and structured cabling
• Experience installing, placing, setting, and leveling server racks and cabinets
• Experience connecting rack power to facility power or power whips is highly preferred
• Experience supporting Linux operating systems such as RHEL, Rocky Linux, CentOS, or Ubuntu
• Experience troubleshooting enterprise server hardware, storage, and networking components
• Understanding of TCP/IP networking fundamentals and data center connectivity
• Ability to read and follow deployment documentation, rack elevations, and cabling diagrams
• Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work independently at customer sites
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in fast-paced deployment environments
• Must be a U.S. Citizen
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret Security Clearance (existing clearance preferred)
• Willingness to travel 100% Monday-Friday throughout the United States

Responsibilities

• Deploy, install, and support HPC infrastructure at customer data centers nationwide
• Install, position, level, and secure racks, cabinets, and associated hardware
• Rack, stack, cable, and configure servers, storage, networking equipment, and HPC infrastructure
• Perform top-of-rack and structured cabling according to deployment documentation and engineering standards
• Perform hardware installation, break/fix, diagnostics, and component replacement across compute, storage, and networking platforms
• Support Linux-based HPC environments, including system administration, operating system installation, patching, and upgrades
• Assist with Linux systems integrated with Windows Server Active Directory environments
• Troubleshoot hardware, operating systems, and infrastructure-related issues to restore service quickly
• Validate system health and perform post-installation testing to ensure successful deployments
• Support application installations, upgrades, and customer-specific requirements within secure environments
• Maintain backup and recovery procedures while ensuring system availability and integrity
• Document deployment activities, configurations, and technical findings
• Safely operate lifts and material handling equipment while moving racks, servers, and infrastructure components
• Lift up to 50 lbs independently and up to 90 lbs with assistance
• Work on ladders and follow all customer and company safety requirements

Job description

PGTEK is seeking an Infrastructure / High-Performance Computing (HPC) Support Engineer to deploy, maintain, and troubleshoot HPC infrastructure across enterprise data centers and government environments. The role requires 100% travel to customer sites nationwide, with weekends at home where possible.

The position focuses on hands-on hardware deployment, Linux system support, and rigorous documentation to ensure reliable HPC deployments.