System Engineer / Occasional Travel

Motion Recruitment; Aluta (PA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k with matching

Medical, Dental & Vision

PTO & Holidays

Professional development opportunities

Bonus opportunities

Employee referral programs

Job summary

Motion Recruitment seeks a skilled Systems Engineer to design, deploy, and maintain IT infrastructure for diverse clients. You will work closely with clients to tailor solutions, whether on-premises or in the cloud, and collaborate with internal teams to ensure secure, scalable environments.

The role emphasizes strong communication with non-technical stakeholders and proactive problem-solving in a dynamic client-facing setting, with regular travel.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of systems engineering experience, preferably in IT consulting.

Responsibilities

• Engage with clients to understand IT infrastructure needs and provide tailored solutions.
• Design, deploy, and manage client systems on-premises and in the cloud.
• Automate configurations, deployments, and monitoring processes.
• Provide technical support and troubleshooting for clients.
• Optimize client infrastructure for performance, scalability, and security.
• Ensure compliance with client security requirements and industry standards.
• Collaborate with internal teams to design and implement large-scale IT solutions.

Skills

Systems engineering

Client-facing

Windows Server

Linux

Virtualization (VMware/Hyper-V)

Cloud platforms (AWS/Azure/GCP)

Scripting (PowerShell/Python/Ansible)

Networking (TCP/IP/DNS/DHCP/VPN/VLANs)

IT security/compliance

Problem-solving

Tools

VMware

Hyper-V

PowerShell

Python

Ansible

AWS

Azure

GCP

Job description

Job Description

An IT consulting companyis seeking a Systems Engineer to join their team. In this client-facing role, you will be responsible for designing, deploying, and maintaining IT infrastructure solutions for a wide range of clients across various industries. You will work closely with clients to assess their needs and implement tailored solutions to optimize their IT environments, whether on-premises or in the cloud.

This role is ideal for an engineer who thrives in a customer-focused environment and enjoys solving complex technical challenges while delivering exceptional service. You will collaborate with other technical teams to ensure clients’ systems are secure, efficient, and scalable.

This role will involve roughly 7 travel days permonth, mainly local, but occasional plane travel.

Required Skills & Experience

• 4+ years of experience in systems engineering, preferably in an IT consulting environment
• Proven experience in client-facing roles, with a strong ability to communicate technical solutions to non-technical stakeholders
• Proficiency with Windows Server, Linux, and virtualization technologies (VMware, Hyper-V)
• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP)
• Strong scripting and automation skills (PowerShell, Python, Ansible, etc.)
• In‑depth knowledge of networking protocols (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VPN, VLANs)
• Experience with system monitoring, troubleshooting, and performance tuning
• Solid understanding of IT security practices and compliance standards
• Strong problem‑solving skills and ability to work under pressure

Desired Skills & Experience

• Experience in IT consulting with exposure to multiple client environments
• Experience with database management and system backups
• Knowledge of containerization technologies
• Familiarity with disaster recovery and high‑availability solutions

What You Will Be Doing

• Engaging with clients to understand their IT infrastructure needs and providing tailored solutions
• Designing, deploying, and managing client systems both on-premises and in the cloud
• Automating system configurations, deployments, and monitoring processes
• Providing technical support and troubleshooting services for clients
• Optimizing client infrastructure for performance, scalability, and security
• Ensuring compliance with client security requirements and industry standards
• Collaborating with internal teams to design and implement large‑scale IT solutions

Tech Breakdown

• 60% Systems Administration and Infrastructure Design
• 30% Cloud Solutions and Automation
• 10% Client Interaction and Troubleshooting

Daily Responsibilities

• 40% Client consultations and systems design
• 30% Implementation and system management
• 20% Automation and process improvement
• 10% Client troubleshooting and support

The Offer

You will receive the following benefits:

• Competitive salary based on experience
• 401k with matching options
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits
• Generous PTO and paid holidays
• Professional development opportunities, including certifications and training
• Bonus opportunities and employee referral programs

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the US on a full-time basis now and in the future.