Data Center Engineer

Position: Data Center Engineer

Location: Ellendale, ND 58436

Duration: 5 Months

Job Type: Temporary Assignment

Work Type: Onsite

Work Hours: 8-5 Mon to Fri

Pay Rate: $41.00/h to $41.00/Hr

Overview:

TekWissen is a global workforce management provider headquartered in Ann Arbor, Michigan that offers strategic talent solutions to our clients world-wide. The below job opportunity is with one of our clients who is a global information technology company that provides high performance and industry focused solutions integrated with leading-edge security to clients in government, financial services and commercial markets. Their offerings include security software and, services, digital transformation and workplace services, industry applications and services, and innovative software operating environments for high-intensity enterprise computing.

Job Description:

• Client is seeking an experienced On-Site Service Engineer (OSE) to support enterprise data center and server environments, including next-generation AI platforms.
• This is a hands-on, customer-facing role focused on maintaining uptime, resolving complex hardware issues, and delivering outstanding on-site service.
• Prior AI experience is not required—strong data center and server fundamentals are what matter most.

What You’ll Do:

• Provide on-site support for Dell server and data center systems, ensuring rapid issue resolution and minimal downtime
• Perform hardware maintenance including server builds, swaps, component replacements, and firmware updates
• Troubleshoot system issues across hardware, firmware, and operating systems, escalating when appropriate
• Support both reactive and preventive maintenance following established procedures
• Collaborate with internal teams and customers during service events to ensure clear communication and resolution
• Document work performed and contribute to shared knowledge and best practices
• Participate in on-call rotations and support extended coverage when needed

What You Bring:

• Experience supporting servers or data center hardware in a field, enterprise, or customer-facing environment
• Hands-on skills with server components (CPU, memory, power supplies, GPUs, etc.)
• Familiarity with Linux or similar operating systems
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities
• Comfortable working independently on-site and communicating clearly with customers
• Willingness to learn and support emerging technologies, including AI platforms

Qualifications

• 3–5+ years of experience in technical support, field service, or data center roles
• Associate or bachelor’s degree in IT or related field (or equivalent experience)
• Dell or other vendor certifications are a plus, but not required
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs, travel to customer sites, and support flexible/on-call schedules

TekWissen® Group is an equal opportunity employer supporting workforce diversity.