Hardware Engineer - School of Computer Science

Carnegie Mellon University's School of Computer Science is searching for a motivated Hardware Engineer to join the Unix Engineering Team. Our ideal candidate must have the ability to work within a group or independently where teamwork and attention to details are critical. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who thrives in an exciting and challenging work environment. The Hardware Engineer will be planning, coordinating, and installing IT hardware (servers, workstations, network, etc) and fixing of hardware components.

Your core responsibilities will include:

• Hardware installation for high-performance computing clusters and Linux servers
• Provide technical support for hardware issues, especially GPUs
• Fix, repair, replace hardware and work with vendors to correct hardware issues (submit RMAs, etc)
• Develop and document test strategies for testing and resolving hardware issues
• Work with the machine room staff on installation of racks, PDUs, UPS(es) and electrical circuits to support servers and associated equipment
• Work as a liaison between operations staff and senior engineers on capacity planning for individual racks within the machine rooms.
• Coordinate with other staff members the placement and installation of hardware
• Participate in resolving hardware requirements to meet the facility and staff requirements
• Installation of operating system on desktop servers and workstations

Flexibility, excellence, and passion are vital qualities within the Unix Engineering Team.  Inclusion, collaboration and cultural sensitivity are valued competencies at CMU. Therefore, we are in search of a team member who is able to effectively interact with a varied population of internal and external partners at a high level of integrity. We are looking for someone who shares our values and who will support the mission of the university through their work.

You should demonstrate:

• Command line experience with Linux
• Knowledge of Server Hardware and testing of hardware components
• Understanding of Network hardware (Infiband, Ethernet, switches, etc)
• Excellent problem solving and planning skills

Qualifications:

• Ability to lift and rack equipment up to 50lbs
• Knowledge of data center procedures and safety practices
• An Associate Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science or equivalent
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience as a Hardware Engineer
• Or a combination of education and proven experience from which comparable knowledge is demonstrated

Requirements:

• Successful background check

Are you interested in this exciting opportunity?! Apply today!

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Location

Pittsburgh, PA

Job Function

Systems Administration and Support

Position Type

Staff – Regular

Full Time/Part time

Full time

Pay Basis

Salary

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