Project Engineer - Internal IT

Description

The Project Engineer - Internal IT is a mid-level technical role responsible for managing and delivering IT infrastructure projects across diverse environments. This position involves direct ownership of project execution — including system design, server configuration, and network integration — while ensuring performance, security, and scalability. Ideal candidates will have experience in managed service provider (MSP) or consulting environments, working across multiple client networks and infrastructures to deliver robust and efficient solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, implementation, and documentation of IT infrastructure and system integration projects.
• Configure, deploy, and maintain Windows and Linux servers, virtualization platforms (VMware, Hyper-V, Proxmox), and hybrid cloud environments.
• Design and implement advanced network solutions including firewalls, routing, switching, VLAN segmentation, VPNs, SD-WAN, and BGP.
• Manage system migrations, backups, and disaster recovery implementations.
• Administer and integrate Microsoft 365, Azure AD, and on-prem Active Directory services.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams and vendors to align deliverables with scope and security standards.
• Develop scripts or automation (PowerShell, Bash, or Python) to streamline deployments and reporting.
• Document technical procedures, configuration standards, and system diagrams in the knowledgebase.
• Serve as an escalation point for junior engineers during deployment and post-implementation phases.

Requirements

Required Qualifications

• 4–7 years of experience in IT project engineering, systems administration, or similar technical roles.
• Proven experience in MSP or consulting environments, with exposure to multiple client networks, infrastructures, and technologies.
• Strong understanding of networking (firewalls, SD-WAN, BGP, VLANs, VPNs) and server technologies (Windows, Linux, Active Directory, DNS, DHCP).
• Experience with cloud infrastructure (Microsoft 365, Azure, AWS) and hybrid deployments.
• Familiarity with virtualization platforms (VMware, Hyper-V, Proxmox).
• Demonstrated ability to manage complex deployments independently and deliver projects on time.
• Excellent troubleshooting, documentation, and communication skills.

Certifications:

Required:

• Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate
• AWS Certified SysOps Administrator – Associate
• Cisco CCNA or Ruckus RCNA

Preferred:

• Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert
• AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Professional
• Cisco CCNP Enterprise or Ruckus WISE Level 1/2
• CompTIA Security , Project , or ITIL Foundation

Other Commitments:

• Standard work hours: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
• May require scheduled night or weekend work to meet project deadlines.
• Extended travel may be required, including assignments lasting up to one month at a time.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift and carry up to 75 lbs.
• Comfortable working at heights (lifts, ladders) for installing cameras, access points, and cabling.
• Ability to sit for extended periods while performing computer-based tasks.

Benefits

GROUP HEALTH INSURANCE:  After a 30-day waiting period, full-time employees (who work at least 30 hours per week) and their dependents, are eligible to enroll in health benefits utilizing the Cigna network. Health options include a choice of 2 PPO plans or a High Deductible Health Plan with employer contributions to a Health Savings Account (HSA). In addition, Dental benefits are available as well as a Vision PPO plan utilizing the EyeMed network. Proven also offers voluntary worksite benefits including critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident coverage, short-term disability insurance, supplemental life and pet insurance. Additional offerings include an employee discount program, home and auto insurance services and commuter/transit FSA.

EMPLOYER PROVIDED LIFE/AD&D INSURANCE:  After a 30-day waiting period, Proven IT provides a flat $25,000 Life Insurance benefit, administered by BlueCross BlueShield, to all full-time employees (who work at least 30 hours per week). Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) benefit payments are determined based on the type of loss incurred and are payable up to the full Life Insurance benefit amount. Life and AD&D Insurance coverage amounts are reduced at ages 65, 70 and 75.

EMPLOYER PROVIDED LTD: Long-Term Disability (LTD) insurance is an employer-provided benefit and provides protection from loss of income in the event that an employee is unable to work due to illness, injury, or accident for a long period of time.  The elimination period is 90-days, and the maximum benefit is 60% of covered payroll up to $6000/month. This benefit is paid entirely by Proven IT and has no cost to the employee.

EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM: All employees may utilize the Disability Resource Services through BlueCross BlueShield of Illinois to assist themselves and their immediate family with convenient resources to help address emotional, legal and financial issues. Telephonic counseling and web-based services are available as well as a limited number of geographically accessible face-to-face sessions.

401K PLAN: All employees are eligible after 120 days of service to contribute on either a pre-tax or post-tax (Roth) basis to the 401K plan, administered by Principal Financial Services. Proven offers an employer match equal to 100% of the first 3% of deferrals plus 50% of the next 2% of deferrals. 

FINANCIAL ADVISORY SERVICES:  Proven IT partners with Merrill Lynch to offer financial advisement to all employees. Merrill Lynch financial advisors are available to assist employees at no cost, with their 401k and retirement questions.  

PERMISSIVE TIME OFF POLICY: Proven provides a competitive paid time off policy for all full-time regular employees after a 90-day waiting period. Proven IT empowers their employees to work with their managers and team to coordinate all time off. Managers may impose a limit to requests for time off based on performance and tenure.

PARENTAL LEAVE: Proven IT offers a generous parental leave policy for new parents. After 24-months of employment, Proven provides full-time regular employees with 90-days of paid Maternity leave and 10-days of paid Paternity leave. Employees with less than 24-months of service may take the same amount of unpaid time off.

FITNESS CENTER:  Proven IT offers a free on-site fitness center at the Tinley Park headquarters office location to all employees 24/7 Monday through Sunday. Employees utilize the gym equipment at their own risk.

Proven IT is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and welcome applicants from all backgrounds. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. If you need assistance or accommodation during the hiring process, please contact us.

This job description reflects management’s assignment of essential functions; it does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.  

Salary : $85,000 - $120,000