What are the responsibilities and job description for the Computer Hardware Engineer position at IT First Source?
Job Details
Job Title: Computer Hardware Engineer
Marlborough, MA
Long term contract
Job Summary
We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Hardware Engineer with CompTIA certification to design, test, and maintain computer hardware systems and infrastructure. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of computer architecture, networking fundamentals, and hardware troubleshooting, ensuring reliable performance across all physical computing environments.
Key Responsibilities
- Design, build, test, and maintain computer hardware components such as servers, desktops, laptops, routers, and storage devices.
- Perform hardware installation, configuration, and upgrades to support operational requirements.
- Troubleshoot and resolve hardware and peripheral issues, ensuring minimal downtime.
- Collaborate with software, network, and systems engineers to ensure seamless hardware-software integration.
- Monitor system performance and recommend hardware improvements or replacements.
- Maintain detailed documentation of hardware configurations, repairs, and upgrades.
- Ensure compliance with security, safety, and environmental standards.
- Support inventory management of IT assets, including procurement and lifecycle tracking.
- Provide technical support to end-users and internal teams as needed.
- Stay updated on emerging hardware technologies and best practices in the IT industry.
Required Qualifications
CompTIA certification required
Strong knowledge of:
- PC and server hardware components
- Networking hardware (routers, switches, firewalls)
- BIOS and firmware configuration
- Diagnostic tools and system imaging software
- Familiarity with Windows operating environments.
- Solid understanding of networking principles and troubleshooting methodologies.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
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