Hardware Systems Engineer / Rack Integration Engineer

Job Title : System Engineer

Location : Plano, TX

Pay Range : $85,000 - $135,000 / yr

Schedule : Monday to Friday; 8 am to 5 pm (to be determined but there is some flexibility)

Job Type : Contract-to-hire or Direct Hire (Exempt, Full-Time)

What’s the Job?

System Integration & Testing : Configure, build, and document integrated hardware / software systems. Conduct verification and validation testing to ensure functionality meets customer requirements.

Technical Liaison & Collaboration : Serve as the primary point of contact between internal teams, customers, partners, and suppliers. Facilitate discussions, coordinate projects, and resolve technical challenges.

Production & Automation Support : Work with automation teams to streamline system configurations, controlled images, and scripts. Provide troubleshooting and support for deployment, manufacturing, and production teams.

Process Improvement & Documentation : Maintain detailed documentation of system integration activities, test plans, and engineering changes. Develop work instructions and train production teams on best practices.

Branding & Compliance : Ensure branding elements (logos, decals, labels) align with customer requirements. Stay updated on industry trends, compliance standards, and regulatory requirements.

Product Lifecycle Management : Support engineering change processes, analyze hardware end-of-life considerations, and contribute to continuous product development.

What’s Needed?

Education & Experience : Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related field with at least 4 years of systems engineering experience preferred. Experience with hardware and server rack builds is STRONGLY PREFERRED and must be clearly indicated on the resume .

Technical Expertise : Strong knowledge of computer architectures, hardware components, storage, networking, and industry standards. Experience with Linux, Windows, VMware, and IT rack infrastructure design, including power, networking, cable routing, and weight distribution.

Engineering & Process Management : Familiarity with engineering change control processes and system lifecycle management.

Problem-Solving & Innovation : Analytical mindset with a proactive approach to troubleshooting and continuous improvement.

Communication & Collaboration : Strong ability to build rapport with customers, work cross-functionally, and communicate effectively both written and verbally.

Curiosity & Adaptability : Passion for learning and staying updated with emerging technologies and industry trends.

Mechanical Engineering : Mechanical engineering graduates who are new to the workforce (not necessarily fresh graduates) and possess a strong mechanical aptitude along with a genuine hunger for learning.

Preferred Prior Experience :

Proficient in server components and system manufacturing

Experience with vendor configuration tools

Strong IT or systems background

Knowledge of lifecycle management

Physical Requirements :

Regularly stand, walk, and use hands for object manipulation and tool operation

Lift up to 35 lbs frequently and up to 50 lbs occasionally with assistance

Requires close, color, peripheral vision, depth perception, and focus adjustment

What’s in it for me?

For contract-to-hire

Free training to upgrade your skills, including a free college tuition program

Medical, dental, vision, 401k

Weekly pay with direct deposit

24 / 7 Manpower customer care support

Voted #1 best places to work by Glassdoor 2021

For direct hire :

Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage

Company-Provided Life and AD&D insurance

Long-Term Disability (LTD) Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Health Savings Accounts (HSA)

Paid holidays and additional PTO

If this is a role that interests you and you’d like to learn more, click apply now and a recruiter will be in touch with you to discuss this great opportunity. We look forward to speaking with you!

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Salary : $85,000 - $135,000