Data Center Field Engineer - Travel Team
Job in
Ashburn, Loudoun County, Virginia, 22011, USA
Listed on 2026-07-22
Listing for:
TEKsystems c/o Allegis Group
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-07-22
Job specializations:
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IT/Tech
Hardware Engineer, Systems Engineer, IT Infrastructure, IT Support
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Overview
Join a high-impact team supporting some of the most advanced AI and enterprise computing environments in North America. We are seeking experienced Data Center Field Engineers who enjoy hands-on hardware work, troubleshooting complex server issues, and traveling to customer sites to keep critical infrastructure operational.
This position is ideal for technicians with strong Dell Power Edge server experience who thrive in fast-paced data center environments and are comfortable traveling extensively to support deployments, upgrades, and break/fix activities.
Required Skills
- Dell Power Edge server break/fix and hardware troubleshooting experience
- Ability and willingness to travel extensively (up to 75-100%)
- Data center hardware deployment and support experience
- Rack and stack experience
- Server hardware installation, component replacement, and validation
- Experience working with structured cabling (fiber and copper)
- Strong troubleshooting and diagnostic skills
- Ability to work independently in customer-facing environments
- Experience supporting AI, GPU, or high-density compute environments
- Firmware and BIOS/iDRAC upgrade experience
- Experience with Dell XE, XR, or other enterprise server platforms
- Knowledge of data center best practices, cabling standards, and inventory management
- Previous field service or data center operations experience
On-Site Data Center Support
- Provide hands-on break/fix support for Dell Power Edge servers and related infrastructure.
- Diagnose hardware failures and perform component replacements including memory, drives, power supplies, fans, NICs, and other server components.
- Execute server health checks, firmware updates, and post-repair validation.
- Support rack installation, server deployment, and hardware refresh projects.
- Perform preventive and corrective maintenance activities to maximize uptime.
- Manage spare parts inventory and coordinate replacement hardware logistics.
- Perform rack and stack activities for servers, networking equipment, and supporting infrastructure.
- Install, route, label, and troubleshoot copper and fiber cabling.
- Ensure all work is completed according to safety, quality, and documentation standards.
- Conduct environmental and operational audits to verify data center readiness.
- Work closely with engineering, operations, and customer teams to resolve technical issues.
- Provide detailed service documentation and accurate maintenance records.
- Participate in escalation efforts during critical service events.
- Share technical knowledge and support less experienced technicians.
- Extensive travel opportunities across North America
- Hands-on work with cutting-edge AI and enterprise server technology
- Exposure to large-scale data center environments
- High level of autonomy and customer interaction
- Strong technical growth path in server hardware, AI infrastructure, and field engineering
You have experience troubleshooting Dell Power Edge servers in a data center environment, enjoy traveling, and are confident performing hardware repairs, deployments, rack installations, and cabling work with minimal supervision. You are comfortable being the hands-on technical resource responsible for restoring critical systems quickly and professionally.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Ashburn, VA.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $45.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
Medical, dental & vision
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
Short and long-term disability
Health Spending Account (HSA)
Transportation benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Time Off/Leave (PTO,…
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