Senior IT Engineer
Job Title: Senior IT EngineerDuration: 05+ MonthsLocation: Richardson, TX 75081IntroductionJoin our team at a mission-critical manufacturing site in Richardson, Texas, where you will architect, deploy, and support IT and OT solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and develop innovative infrastructure and software solutions, focusing on semiconductor-related manufacturing and business operations.Required Skills & QualificationsBachelor's Degree5 years of experience in operational support of enterprise server ecosystems5 years of experience with Windows Server OS and RHEL LINUX 5-9.X3 years of experience with ServiceNow or another similar formal Service Management platform and/or methodology3 years of experience with virtualization platforms such as vSAN, Vsphere, and VCF/NSX1 year of experience with Docker and Kubernetes for container orchestrationExperience with server automation activities or Infrastructure as code using tools like Tanium, CHEF, JSON, Powershell, Ruby, or other scripting languagesExperience with network fundamentals such as Firewall configuration, VPN setup, VLANs, subnetting, IP addressing, DNS, DHCP, NAT, routing, and switchingExperience with backup, disaster recovery, and technology resilience strategies/processesProficiency in documenting infrastructure, automation scripts, and system configurations to ensure clarity, maintainability, and operational continuityPrior work experience at client or in client's IndustryApplicants must be able to work directly for Artech on W2Preferred Skills & QualificationsAdvanced Degree preferably in Information Technology, Computer Science, or Computer EngineeringExperience with Windows patching tools such as Tanium and Windows security standards & OS Hardening conceptsExperience in all aspects of the software development lifecycle including requirements gathering, design, coding, testing, and production supportExperience with support of Network infrastructure such as Cisco Nexus & Catalyst switchesExperience with support of contemporary data recovery products such as RubrikExperience with support of IT/OT systems and applications, including network implementation & segmentation, equipment integration and automation, and manufacturing execution systems (MES)Understanding of supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA), manufacturing-focused Windows-based PCs and servers, and industrial network architecturesAbility to be a change agent and promote positive change in the organizationExcellent oral, written, and collaborative communication skillsSkilled in partnering with internal customers at all levels to define problems, identify solutions, and facilitate changeA self-starting, self-driven individual, working to remain motivated and efficient with minimum oversightDay-to-Day ResponsibilitiesOperational support of on-premises server stacks and technologyWork with Corporate IT teams to maintain standards while focusing on the tier 1 24 X 7 mission-critical needs of the siteWork with Hyper-Converged Infrastructure technology platforms such as Dell VXRail and newerTroubleshoot performance issues related to virtualized and physical server workloadsFacilitate implementation of new technology stacks and migration of workloads from physical servers to virtualized instances wherever possibleCollaborate with semiconductor process and equipment vendors to continually evolve infrastructure for the best performance and fault toleranceParticipate in calls/meetings with site and corporate team members to address and troubleshoot application and/or infrastructure-related issuesParticipate in daily tier meetings with factory systems and manufacturing operations teamsWork with Corporate IT and Client Global Security to maintain all infrastructure to corporate and semiconductor cyber security standardsCompany Benefits & CultureComprehensive healthcare coverageOpportunities for professional development and career growthSupportive and collaborative work environmentFor immediate consideration please click APPLY to begin the screening process with Alex.