Senior Infrastructure Project Engineer

Project Engineer (Infrastructure) - 100% Remote - Contract-to-Hire

Job Type: 6-month Contract-to-Hire
Location: Fully Remote (U.S. based)
Hours: 40 hours/week
Travel: ~15-25% (occasionally up to 30-50%) - all travel fully reimbursed
Start Date: ASAP (after background check

About the Role:
We are seeking a hands-on Project Engineer with strong experience in Windows server builds, VMware, and multi-site infrastructure deployments. This role focuses entirely on project execution, not daily operations or desktop support.

You will lead infrastructure buildouts, server deployments, data center projects, and practice/clinic integrations across multiple U.S. locations. Ideal candidates thrive in fast-paced environments and can independently manage 10+ concurrent technical projects

What You'll Do:
Infrastructure Project Execution
* Lead planning and execution of IT infrastructure projects across multiple sites.
* Build and configure servers from scratch (hardware, OS, networking).
* Execute projects involving:
* Server builds
* Data center builds (servers, storage, VMware)
* VMware implementations
* Network refreshes (switches, firewalls, VLANs, routing)
* Storage migrations
* New site buildouts

Practice Integration Work
* Serve as the technical lead for onboarding new practices.
* Ensure infrastructure readiness: networks, servers, workstations, connectivity.
* Coordinate on-site work and remote configuration tasks.

Cross-Team Coordination
* Partner closely with internal IT teams, vendors, and project managers.
* Translate project goals into actionable engineering tasks and timelines.
* Provide documentation, updates, and clear communication throughout each project.

Other Responsibilities
* Manage ISP quotes, coordination, and installation scheduling.
* Contribute to improving deployment templates and playbooks.
* Support process improvements across the engineering and operations teams.

Required Qualifications:
* 8+ years experience in systems engineering, Windows Server, and infrastructure deployment.
* 5+ years hands-on project execution in IT (multi-site or healthcare preferred).
* Strong experience with:
* VMware (beyond lab use)
* Server builds and configuration
* Deploying network switches, firewalls, and server hardware
* Ability to manage 10+ active projects with autonomy.
* Excellent communication and cross-functional coordination skills.

Preferred Qualifications:
* Experience in healthcare practice integrations or MSP-style environments.
* Exposure to Citrix environments (a plus).
* Networking knowledge (switch stacks, VLANs, routing, firewalls).
* Industry certifications such as Network+, CCNA, or Microsoft certifications.

Work Environment:
* 100% remote role with travel to practice locations across the U.S.
* Fast-paced, collaborative environment focused on delivering infrastructure rapidly and reliably.
* Opportunity to work on high-impact projects that support patient-focused clinical practices.

Compensation:
* Hourly Pay: $60-$68 (depending on experience)
* Travel Expenses: Fully reimbursed
* Conversion to full-time includes competitive salary and bonus potential.