An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Datacenter Engineer to support the build, maintenance, and operational management of cutting-edge test and development lab environments. This role is ideal for someone with a strong background in Linux and Windows system administration, networking, and virtualization, who enjoys working hands-on with hardware and infrastructure in a highly technical environment.
Youll be part of a team delivering reliable, compliant, and operational labs that support developers, test teams, and external customers across mobility, satellite, and wireless communication sectors.
Key Responsibilities:
- Install and configure hardware (servers, switches, routers, PDUs), rack and run cables
- Run, label, and dress cabling for interconnected systems
- Linux and Windows system administration, including patching and security
- Maintain virtualized environments (VMware, KVM, etc.)
- Implement network monitoring, management, and security protocols
- Create and maintain diagrams, documentation, and operational guides
- Troubleshoot technical issues, providing support to teams and customers
- Identify opportunities for automation and develop supporting scripts/tools
What Were Looking For:
- Experience supporting enterprise datacenter environments
- Strong background in Linux and Windows system administration
- Knowledge of networking protocols, routing, ports, and firewalls
- Experience with virtualization platforms and supporting hardware (Dell/HP servers, NetApp storage, etc.)
- Hands-on ability to run and terminate cables in a lab environment
- Excellent troubleshooting, problem-solving, and organizational skills
- Ability to work collaboratively across technical and geographically distributed teams
Desirable Skills:
- Technical degree in Engineering, Computing, Networking, or similar
- Certifications (Linux+, Network+, Cisco, Juniper, AWS)
- Satellite or wireless communications experience
- Familiarity with avionics systems and cabling standards
- Scripting experience (Python, JavaScript, REST)
- Experience with automation and containerization tools (Git, Jenkins, Puppet, Ansible, Docker)
This is a hybrid role with regular on-site work required and occasional international travel. An excellent opportunity to contribute to advanced infrastructure supporting global mobility and satellite communications.....Read more...
Key ResponsibilitiesAssist in the planning, execution, and documentation of product testing and lab experimentsMonitor and accurately log test data, ensuring results are recorded to internal standards
Support updates to technical documentation and compliance recordsParticipate in department rotations to gain insight into the full product development and manufacturing process
Collaborate with engineering, quality assurance, and production teams to troubleshoot and improve designsFollow health, safety, and environmental regulations within the lab environmentEngage with university learning, completing assignments and assessments in line with the apprenticeship programme requirementsTraining:University Of Hertfordshire - College Lane Campus, SPECTRA, Hatfield AL10 9UW
Level 6 Embedded electronic systems design and development engineer (degree) apprenticeshipTraining Outcome:CareersThe broad-based skills acquired during this course will equip you to enter a wide range of electrical and electronics sectors. Electronics Engineering Degree Apprenticeship graduates typically find employment in medical electronics, power generation and distribution industries, communications, avionics and automotive electronics, with many successfully moving into management positions within a few years. Many others decide to stay at the University and extend their engineering education to a postgraduate level. Employer Description:Our objective is to provide the highest possible specification lighting products anywhere in the world at dramatically reduced costs whilst negating product lead time through our unique From Source to Site strategy.
Source to Site Explained
Our unique manufacturing and procurement strategy allows us to provide enhanced product quality whilst reducing costs.
Our direct route to market provides our clients with further savings, whilst our UK stock holding ensures product lead-in time is negated!
We call this competitive edge From Source to Site.
In-House product design
Complementary lighting design service
Bulk manufacturing to save costs whilst enhancing quality
Bulk store to ensure fast delivery
In-House test facilities
In-House FORs Gold accredited fleet direct to your contractors
60-day end of month credit to facilitate supply
NICEIC accredited aftercare to negate risk
No third parties in our supply chain or route to marketWorking Hours :Monday to Friday, 8.30 am to 5.30 pm, shifts may work evenings and weekends.Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Presentation skills,Administrative skills,Number skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience....Read more...
