Site Engineer

Minimum Clearance Required

Secret

Responsibilities

I2X Technologies is a reputable technology services company to the Federal Government. Whether the focus is on space exploration, national security, cyber security, or cutting-edge engineering applications, I2X is ready to offer you the chance to make a real-world impact in your field and for your country. We provide long-term growth and development. Headquartered in Colorado, I2X is engaged in programs across the country and in more than 20 states. Our programs support multiple Federal agencies, the Department of Defense and often focused on the space initiatives of our government customers.

I2X Technologies is seeking a Site Engineer to support ongoing activities for a customer in Colorado Springs, CO. This position will be on-site and will require an active Secret clearance.

• This is a team deputy/admin position on the Site Engineering Team that requires technical expertise (i.e. hardware/system design, drafting of technical drawings) in addition to supporting the team lead in management of the admin tasks for the team, supporting multiple projects in parallel and managing pop-up tasks that occur.
• Responsibilities include:
  • analysis of hardware characteristics and comparison against design requirements
  • developing plans for rack integration and creating the design
  • preparation/drafting and review of rack level technical drawings and larger site-wide technical drawings and plans
  • review of the content and details of technical products
  • completing required documentation and drawings in accordance with Systems and/or Hardware Engineer direction
  • acting as a technical interface to working level counterparts and the customer
  • conducting/supporting technical level meetings
  • documenting, managing and statusing assigned scope via Agile methodologies
  • supporting the development of Basis of Estimates (BOE) and Engineering Estimates (EE) through analysis of scope and requirements, and providing labor and material estimates with justification.
• The successful Site Engineering deputy will be a member of a focused team, who will interface with peer-level team members, the Deployment Team Leadership and management to ensure high quality products are generated on time and within the resources available.
• This position requires the ability to work both remotely and on-site in Colorado Springs with a team.
• Some travel possible to support site survey and installations as required.

Qualifications

• The individual should hold at least a Bachelor's Degree in a STEM field (Mechanical Engineering preferred), or equivalent experience/combined education, with 10 years or more of relevant professional experience.
• Active Secret clearance
• Be able to communicate effectively and clearly to present technical approaches and findings; have strong analytical thinking and problem-solving skills, including the ability to perform root cause analysis and identify systemic issues; have the ability to implement engineering plans within a project; and possess knowledge of systems and hardware engineering concepts, principles, and techniques and have familiarity with drafting practices and DoW (formerly DoD) drawing requirements.
• Be familiar with common rack-mounted computing equipment (servers and workstations), networking equipment and cable (e.g. fiber, CAT-6, etc.) selection to support interconnection and powering of selected computing equipment.
• Candidate should be a self-starter, with the demonstrated ability to resolve tasks with limited guidance, and manage tasks within a dynamic environment.
• Position requires a blend of systems engineering, hardware design/engineering, drafting and technical site support skills.
• The selected applicant should possess:
  • proficiency in Microsoft Visio (other, equivalent professional drawing programs desired) for rack layout and technical diagram creation; proficiency with the Microsoft Office suite of tools
  • knowledge of engineering concepts, principles, and techniques
  • experience in parts listings and reference codes
  • a strong understanding of Department of War (DoD) drafting and hardware engineering standards; experience in hardware engineering and the analysis of hardware requirements (e.g., heat, weight, power)
    • this includes familiarity with common rack-mounted computing equipment (servers, workstations) and networking equipment (routers, switches, firewalls, VLANs)
  • the ability to design, prepare/draft and review rack-level and site drawings/plans, technical manuals, and other engineering products

Desired skills/experience:

• Bill of Material development; drafting and design engineering
• Configuration control, management of technical drawings
• Conducting in person site surveys to prepare for hardware installations
• Proficiency in systems engineering concepts, including requirements analysis, architecture, and integration.
• Previous experience in Systems Engineering/Hardware engineering is highly desired.
• Knowledge and experience with Jira and Agile methodologies is highly desired.

Essential Requirements:

US Citizenship is required.

In compliance with Colorado's Equal Pay for Equal Work Act, the annual base salary range for this position is listed . Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. I2X Technologies considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as, market and business considerations when extending an offer.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job with or without reasonable accommodation.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee will regularly sit, walk, stand and climb stairs and steps. May require walking long distance from parking to work station. Occasionally, movement that requires twisting at the neck and/or trunk more than the average person, squatting/ stooping/kneeling, reaching above the head, and forward motion will be required. The employee will continuously be required to repeat the same hand, arm, or finger motion many times. Manual and finger dexterity are essential to this position. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close, distance, depth perception and telling differences among colors. The employee must be able to communicate through speech with clients and public. Hearing requirements include conversation in both quiet and noisy environments. Lifting may require floor to waist, waist to shoulder, or shoulder to overhead movement of up to 20 pounds. This position demands tolerance for various levels of mental stress.

I2X Technologies is an Engineering and Information Technology Company focused on providing Services to the Federal and State Government. I2X offers a competitive compensation program and comprehensive benefits package to our employees.