On-Site Service Engineer – Data Center/Server Hardware

Unisys; Dalton (GA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Unisys Corporation is seeking an On-Site Service Engineer to provide hands-on support for enterprise data center servers and hardware. You will diagnose issues, perform hardware installation and replacement, and work directly with customers to resolve problems in a fast-paced environment.

The role requires 3+ years of hands-on server hardware experience, familiarity with BIOS/firmware, and the ability to lift up to 50 lbs. Travel to customer sites and on-call coverage may be required.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of hands-on experience supporting enterprise servers, data center hardware, or similar infrastructure.
• Direct, hands-on experience repairing or replacing server components.
• Familiarity with Linux or similar operating systems.

Responsibilities

• Provide on-site technical support for Dell PowerEdge and other enterprise server hardware.
• Diagnose and resolve server hardware failures to minimize downtime.
• Perform hardware installation, removal, and replacement, including memory, CPUs, drives, and PCIe components.
• Escalate complex issues and document steps taken for each service event.

Skills

On-site support

Server hardware

Linux basics

Customer facing

Education

Associate/Bachelor IT degree

Tools

iDRAC

Diagnostics tools

Job description

What success looks like in this role:

Unisys Corporation is seeking an experienced On‑Site Service Engineer (OSE) to provide hands‑on support for enterprise data center servers and hardware environments, including next‑generation AI infrastructure. This is a hands‑on server hardware and break/fix role. The successful candidate will have direct experience diagnosing, repairing, replacing, and maintaining enterprise server hardware in a data center, field service, or customer‑facing environment. Prior AI experience is not required. Strong experience with enterprise servers and data center hardware is the priority.

What You’ll Do

Provide on‑site technical support for Dell PowerEdge and other enterprise server hardware. Diagnose and resolve server hardware failures and system issues to minimize customer downtime. Perform hands‑on hardware installation, removal, replacement, and repair, including: Memory/DIMMs, CPUs/processors, Power supplies, Fans and cooling components, Hard drives/SSDs, RAID/HBA components, NICs and other PCIe components, GPUs and accelerator hardware, Motherboards/system boards and other server components. Perform rack‑and‑stack, server installation, cabling, component swaps, and hardware configuration. Troubleshoot issues involving server hardware, BIOS/firmware, operating systems, and hardware diagnostics. Perform firmware and BIOS updates and utilize server management tools such as Dell iDRAC or comparable platforms. Execute both reactive break/fix and preventive maintenance following established procedures. Troubleshoot and isolate hardware failures using documented diagnostic procedures and technical resources. Work directly with customers and internal technical teams during service events to communicate status, troubleshoot issues, and drive resolution. Accurately document service activities, hardware replacements, troubleshooting steps, and resolution details. Escalate complex technical issues when appropriate. Participate in on‑call rotations and provide extended coverage as required.

You will be successful in this role if you have:

What You Bring – Required 3+ years of hands‑on experience supporting enterprise servers, data center hardware, or similar infrastructure. Direct, hands‑on experience physically working on server hardware — installing, removing, diagnosing, repairing, or replacing server components. Experience troubleshooting and replacing components such as memory, CPUs, power supplies, storage, RAID/HBA, NICs, fans/cooling systems, PCIe components, or GPUs. Experience working with rack‑mounted enterprise servers in a data center, field service, or customer environment. Strong understanding of server hardware architecture and troubleshooting methodology. Experience with hardware diagnostics, BIOS/firmware, and server management tools. Familiarity with Linux or similar operating systems. Strong troubleshooting and problem‑solving skills with the ability to independently diagnose hardware issues. Comfortable working independently in a customer‑facing environment. Ability to clearly communicate technical issues and resolutions to customers and internal teams. Ability to lift up to 50 lbs., travel to customer sites, and support flexible/on‑call schedules.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience supporting Dell PowerEdge servers. Dell or other enterprise hardware certifications. Experience with iDRAC, iLO, or comparable server management platforms. Experience supporting GPU/AI server infrastructure. Experience with data center operations, rack/stack, structured cabling, or server deployment. Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in IT, Computer Science, or a related field #LI‑SB2.

This role may require access to export‑controlled commodities and technology. Therefore, to conform to U.S. export control regulations, applicant should be eligible for any required authorizations from the U.S. Government.

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