Project Engineer

Coretelligent, LLC.; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 130,000 - 155,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental & Vision

401k

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Paid Parental Leave

Holiday Pay

Flexible Vacation & Sick Days

Job summary

Coretelligent, LLC. is seeking a Project Engineer in the Boston area to lead infrastructure, cloud, and security projects. You will drive design through deployment as a senior technical resource for clients and internal teams.

You’ll collaborate with Project Managers, engineers, and stakeholders to ensure quality, standards, and successful project outcomes in a fast-paced MSP setting. This role is based in Boston with hybrid work options.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of industry experience with hands-on IT systems architecture, deployment, support, and best practices.
• Advanced Technical Certifications (VMware, Microsoft, Cisco, Fortinet, etc.)
• Ability to configure, maintain, and troubleshoot key technologies including VMware vSphere, Windows Server, Exchange Server, VPNs, firewalls, wireless, and remote desktop.

Responsibilities

• Lead and execute complex technical projects across infrastructure, cloud, and end-user environments including design, configuration, deployment, and post-implementation support.
• Partner with Project Managers to deliver projects on time, within scope, and aligned with client expectations.
• Serve as a senior technical resource throughout the project lifecycle with guidance, troubleshooting, and escalation support.
• Lead client-facing initiatives such as email migrations, office network deployments, file sharing migrations, security implementations (SSO/MFA), server upgrades, relocations, and AV/phone deployments.

Tools

VMware vSphere

Microsoft Windows Server (2019/2016/2012 R2)

Exchange Server (2019/2016/2013/2010)

VPN Clients (Cisco, Fortinet)

Firewalls (Fortinet, Cisco)

Wireless Technology (Aerohive, Meraki, Ubiquiti)

Remote Desktop (MS RDS, Citrix)

Job description

**Candidate must be located in or around the Boston area**

At Coretelligent, we take ownership of the technology our clients rely on every day.

We partner with growing, highly regulated organizations that need secure, dependable IT environments built to scale. Our role goes beyond support. We bring structure, clarity, and accountability to complex technology landscapes so leaders can move forward with confidence.

Over the past several years, Coretelligent has entered a new chapter. We have strengthened our leadership team, modernized our service delivery, and sharpened our focus on long-term client outcomes. Our work spans managed IT, cybersecurity, cloud, and strategy, delivered through a model designed for consistency, transparency, and trust.

We are building a team of professionals who care deeply about quality, ownership, and continuous improvement. If you value clear expectations, thoughtful collaboration, and work that genuinely matters to the businesses you support, you will feel at home here

What We’re Looking For

As a Project Engineer at Coretelligent, you will play a lead role in delivering complex infrastructure, cloud, and security-focused initiatives across our client environments. This role is responsible for driving project-based work from design through deployment while serving as a senior technical resource for both clients and internal teams.

You’ll partner closely with Project Managers, engineers, support teams, and client stakeholders to execute high-impact technical projects while helping guide technical standards, implementation quality, and overall project success. In addition to hands‑on engineering responsibilities, this role is expected to provide technical leadership during planning, execution, troubleshooting, and post‑project support activities.

This role is ideal for an engineer who thrives in fast‑paced MSP environments, enjoys solving complex technical challenges, and takes ownership of both client outcomes and technical execution.

Boston, MA - Hybrid | Exempt | Reports to Manager, Project Engineering

What You’ll Do:

• Lead and execute complex technical projects across infrastructure, cloud, and end‑user environments, including design, configuration, deployment, and post‑implementation support.
• Partner closely with Project Managers to deliver projects on time, within scope, and aligned with client expectations.
• Serve as a senior technical resource throughout the project lifecycle, providing guidance, troubleshooting, and escalation support when needed
• Lead and execute a variety of client‑facing initiatives, including:
  • Email migrations (Exchange to Exchange, Exchange to cloud‑based platforms)
  • Office network deployments (firewalls, switching, wireless infrastructure, UPS devices)
  • File sharing migrations (Windows‑based servers to cloud platforms such as Egnyte, Box, OneDrive)
  • Security implementations, including Single Sign‑On (SSO) and Multi‑Factor Authentication (MFA) using platforms such as Okta or similar providers
  • Server upgrades and migrations (Windows Server environments)
  • Office relocations in coordination with Project Managers and vendors
  • Deployment of audio/video and phone systems in partnership with third‑party vendors
• Provide end‑user training and support to ensure successful adoption of new systems and technologies.
• Create and maintain detailed technical documentation, including runbooks, network diagrams, IP schemas, configuration guides, and build documentation.
• Develop user‑facing documentation aligned with Coretelligent standards to support long‑term usability and supportability.
• Track and support project‑related budgets, timelines, and reporting in partnership with Project Managers.
• Ensure a high level of client satisfaction throughout the project lifecycle, from initial implementation through project closeout.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure smooth handoff from project delivery to ongoing support.

What You Bring to the Table:

• At least 7+ years of industry experience with hands‑on IT systems architecture, deployment, support, and best practices
• Advanced Technical Certifications (VMware, Microsoft, Cisco, Fortinet, etc.)
• Ability to configure, maintain, and troubleshoot key technologies, including:
• VMware vSphere
• Microsoft Windows Server (2019 / 2016 / 2012 R2)
• Exchange Server (2019, 2016, 2013, 2010)
• VPN Clients (Cisco, Fortinet)
• Firewalls (Fortinet, Cisco)
• Wireless Technology (Aerohive, Meraki, Ubiquiti)
• Remote Desktop (MS RDS, Citrix)

Travel and Work Requirements:

• Ability to travel for project work at least once a month.
• Able to regularly work nights and weekends to perform off‑hours upgrades and migrations

What We Bring to the Table:

Salary Range

The reasonably expected annual compensation range for this position is $130,000 - $155,000. This range reflects the minimum and maximum targets for new hires across all U.S. Within the range, individual compensation is determined by job‑related skills, experience, geographic location and applicable state or local laws.

Bonus Eligibility

This role may also be eligible for additional bonus or incentive opportunities based on position level and company plans.

Health, Dental, & Vision, Flexible Spending Account (FSA), 401k, Health Reimbursement Account (HRA), Health Savings Account (HSA), Life Insurance, Disability Insurance, Paid Parental Leave, Holiday Pay, Flexible Vacation & Sick Days.

Fourteen holidays, including a day off on your birthday, flexible vacation, spot bonuses for demonstrated excellence, community and social events, learning and development, flexible working life, $100 well‑being allowance, and other health & wellness perks.

Equal Opportunity and Accessibility Commitment

Coretelligent is an Equal Opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We welcome qualified applicants of all races, ethnicities, religions, ages, sexual orientations, gender identities, socioeconomic statuses, and more. Our focus is on creating an inclusive workplace where diversity is valued beyond compliance, ensuring that every team member feels respected, supported, and empowered to be their authentic selves.

We extend our dedication to accessibility and inclusivity to our remote workforce. In alignment with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), we are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to effectively perform their job duties in a remote setting. Applicants needing accommodations for the application or interview process are encouraged to reach out to [e-mail] for necessary arrangements.

Recruitment Process & Candidate Privacy:

Coretelligent is committed to a fair and transparent hiring process. As part of this, we use AI‑assisted tools to support interview note‑taking and documentation. These tools are used solely to assist our team and do not evaluate candidates or make hiring decisions. All candidate assessments and final decisions are made by our hiring team.

We are committed to using technology responsibly and maintaining an equitable process. If you prefer not to have AI‑assisted note‑taking during your interview, please let us know and we are happy to accommodate.

In compliance with the Colorado Anti‑Discrimination Act (CADA), we do not request or consider age or age‑adjacent information (such as graduation dates) during the hiring process. We encourage all qualified individuals to apply, regardless of age.

If you are a California resident, you have certain rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA); please review our CCPA Notice for California Residents here for more information on how we collect and use your personal information.

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As Coretelligent is a remote company hiring candidates, our perks and benefits packages may adjust based on your location. Direct applicants only; no recruitment agencies or third‑party recruiters, please.