Junior HPC Infrastructure Engineer - Full time travel role

PGTEK • Los Alamos, NM

4h • $60 - $70 • Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking an entry-level (or Junior-level) Infrastructure / High-Performance Computing (HPC) Support Engineer to join our growing team. This role focuses on solution deployment, system support, and hardware troubleshooting within HPC environments. This person will travel nationwide to various customer sites, so you must be comfortable jumping on a plane often. You would be home every weekend.
While prior hands-on experience is not required, a strong passion for Information Technology is essential. We’re looking for bright, motivated individuals with a recent Bachelor’s degree or entry-level IT certifications such as CompTIA A+, Network+, or Security+.
You will receive on-the-job training, and those who demonstrate aptitude and initiative will quickly take on more advanced responsibilities within the Linux and HPC space.
Salary: 60-70K

Requirements

• Experience with Linux operating systems (e.g., RHEL, CentOS, Ubuntu)
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance at customer discretion
• Familiarity with Linux system administration and scripting
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in fast-paced, dynamic environments
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to manage multiple assignments while balancing technical and business priorities

Responsibilities

• Assist with moving HPC materials, equipment, and racks into place within datacenter environments
• Perform basic system administration duties across Linux systems integrated with Windows Server Active Directory domains
• Execute top-of-rack cabling per configuration and deployment documentation
• Manage operating system compliance, patching, and upgrades
• Conduct hardware maintenance, diagnostics, and troubleshooting across multiple architectures
• Ensure application integrity and availability; support new application installations, upgrades, and customer requirements in classified environments
• Maintain and test backup and recovery procedures
• Safely operate specialized lifts and move heavy components (up to 90 lbs with assistance; 50 lbs solo)
• Work on ladders and follow all safety protocols

Benefits

• Our comprehensive benefits package for full-time salaried employees is effective immediately upon the start date. Benefits include comprehensive PPO medical coverage with access to a Health Savings Account (HSA) option, a vision plan, and dental insurance with the base dental plan option paid for by PGTEK. Life Insurance, Short and Long-Term disability, and Critical Illness insurance have premiums covered. Additionally, PGTEK offers a matching 401(k) plan and a discount on pet insurance through ASPCA Pet Insurance. An Employee Assistance Program is available at no cost to all employees. PGTEK offers a generous amount of PTO and Holidays, and an Education Assistance Program is available after 12 months of employment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level