IT Project Engineer

Impact Networking•Bolingbrook, IL

1d•$100,000 - $125,000•Onsite

About The Position

Impact is hiring an IT Project Engineer to join our nationally ranked Best and Brightest workplace! Impact is a leading national managed services provider, specializing in: IT & Cloud, Cybersecurity, Digital Transformation & AI, Integrated Marketing, and Print & Document Management. Our partnerships are defined by thoughtful business strategy, solutions architecture, technology deployment, and ongoing support –with a driving focus to bring enterprise-level resources to the SMB and midmarket. We are committed to customer-centric excellence, delivering tailored solutions that enhance client value and drive sustainable growth. Join our team of experts and be part of an innovative culture that puts customers at the heart of everything we do. Founded in 1999, Impact proudly remains privately-held and locally-owned, employing 800+ experts across 20+ US locations. Recognized for rapid growth and innovation, Impact has seen over a 20% annual growth rate, and championed a vibrant, employee-focused culture. Overview The IT Project Engineer executes technical projects defined in Statements of Work (SOW), deploying infrastructure, cloud, and platform solutions in client environments. The role ensures successful delivery through clear documentation and a smooth handoff to ongoing service teams. Within Delivery Operations, this project-focused execution role acts as the technical authority during deployments—making real-time decisions within scope and in alignment with organizational standards set by the Standards & Architecture team. While based in an Impact office, engineers deliver projects remotely across Impact’s national footprint, coordinating with specialists as needed, and complete implementations to handoff-readiness before transitioning to Support Services.

Requirements

Infrastructure & Virtualization: Windows Server, Active Directory, and hypervisor/virtualization technologies
Cloud Platforms: Microsoft 365, Azure, AWS, and related cloud services
Networking: Firewalls, switching, wireless; multi-vendor familiarity
Backup & Recovery: SaaS and on-premises backup and disaster recovery solutions
Endpoint Platforms: Windows Desktop, macOS
Device Management: Endpoint management and enrollment platforms (e.g., Intune, Autopilot, MDM)
Security & Identity: MFA, email security, DNS filtering, directory services (e.g., Duo, JumpCloud, Cisco Umbrella, Proofpoint)
Additional Technologies: SQL platforms; telephony systems
5+ years of MSP (or equivalent) infrastructure engineering experience
Demonstrated experience implementing infrastructure and cloud solutions
Track record of delivering projects in structured, process-driven environments

Nice To Haves

CompTIA (e.g., Network+, Security+, Server+)
Microsoft Server certifications
Microsoft Azure certifications (e.g., AZ-104, AZ-140)
Microsoft 365 certifications (e.g., MS-102)
Cisco (e.g., CCNA, CMNA)

Responsibilities

Pre-Implementation Review the Statement of Work (SOW) and project documentation to validate requirements and ensure alignment with organizational standards. Confirm technical details and prerequisites needed for implementation. Coordinate with Project Management and specialist teams prior to execution.
Project Execution Plan and execute technical deployments across infrastructure, cloud, and end-user platforms, including: Microsoft 365 tenant configuration and migrations Network infrastructure (firewalls, switching, wireless) Server and virtualization (Windows Server; hypervisors and virtual environments) Cloud compute (Azure, AWS) Backup platforms (SaaS and on-premises) Endpoint management and device enrollment (Intune, Autopilot, MDM) Security and identity (MFA, email security, DNS filtering, directory services) SQL platform configuration Telephony systems (Teams Voice) Windows Desktop and macOS configuration
Client Communication Maintain regular technical updates with client contacts during execution. Serve as the technical point of contact while the Project Manager leads overall coordination.
Documentation Create and maintain clear technical documentation throughout implementations. Document work in IT Glue, HaloPSA, and SharePoint. Ensure documentation supports operational handoff and compliance requirements.
Project Completion & Handoff Deliver all solutions defined in the Statement of Work (SOW). Validate the environment is operational, stable, and meets handoff-readiness criteria. Support project closeout and confirm next steps with internal stakeholders. Coordinate the transition to operational teams (TAM, TOC, and Service Desk).

Benefits

Up to 20 days of PTO
Up to 7 Paid Sick Days
12+ paid holidays
Paid Parental Leave
Comprehensive Health, Disability Life, Dental and Vision Plans
401(K) & retirement plans with complimentary financial advisory services
Tenure incentives at 5- (Tiffany & Co. Gift Card), 10- (Rolex), and 20- ($20,000 check) year marks
Continued education reimbursement
On-going training & development opportunities

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