IT Infrastructure Engineer, Senior | Workstation Engineering

IT Infrastructure Engineer, Senior | Workstation EngineeringApply nowDate: Oct 4, 2024Location: PHOENIX, AZ, US, 85021-1808Company: APSOur present and future success depends on the creative and dedicated people of our company who demonstrate the principles outlined in the APS Promise: Design for Tomorrow, Empower Each Other and Succeed Together.SummaryIT Infrastructure Engineer, Senior | Workstation EngineeringAre you an experienced IT professional with a passion for infrastructure technologies and next-generation solutions? We are seeking a Senior IT Infrastructure Engineer to lead the maintenance, installation, and configuration of advanced infrastructure systems, ensuring seamless performance and scalability.Key Responsibilities:+ Infrastructure Maintenance & Configuration: Oversee the installation, configuration, and upkeep of infrastructure technologies, ensuring systems are optimized for performance and security.+ Next-Generation Technologies: Play a key role in implementing and supporting cutting-edge technologies that drive business innovation and operational efficiency.+ System Integration & Testing: Engage in complex system integration, testing, and evaluation to ensure new technologies are seamlessly integrated and functioning at peak performance.+ Technical Leadership: Provide technical guidance and expertise to junior engineers, fostering a collaborative environment focused on continuous improvement.Ideal Candidate:+ Strong experience in managing, configuring, and maintaining infrastructure systems.+ Proficient in implementing next-generation technologies and solving complex technical issues.+ Experience with system integration testing, evaluation, and troubleshooting.+ Excellent problem-solving skills with a focus on optimizing system performance.Join our team to lead the way in infrastructure engineering and contribute to the development of next-generation technology solutions. Apply today to make an impact!Minimum RequirementsIT Infrastructure Engineer, Senior | Workstation Engineering+ Bachelors' degree in Information Technology or related field+ AND seven (7) year of prior relevant experience or equivalent combination of education and directly related experience.+ Requires in-depth level of technical knowledge within a job area and working knowledge of other technical areasPreferred Special Skills, Knowledge or Qualifications+ Knowledge of all infrastructure technologies (compute, storage, networking, physical infrastructure, software, commercial off the shelf (COTS) and open source packages and solutions, virtual and cloud including IaaS, PaaS and SaaS); infrastructure management tools and monitoring tools; solution sizing for hardware/software platforms; industry standard security requirements and designs.+ Troubleshooting; installing and repairing PC hardware and software; advanced design, maintenance and repair of servers; applying creative solutions to business problems to ensure business needs are most effectively met; advanced information system configuration management+ Ability to developing and write technical documentation; evaluate and test emerging technologies.Major Accountabilities1. Performs the most complex duties of the technical infrastructure team2. Leads architecture, design, analysis, implementation, and operations of infrastructure3. Develops, recommends, and implements complex infrastructure solutions4. Leads the planning, designing, and execution of testing5. Ensures infrastructure scalability and security within the organization6. Reviews plans to manage the frequency of support package/patch application7. Applies highly developed specialized knowledge and skills in Infrastructure to define improvements for increased reliability and performance8. Evaluates and tests emerging technologies9. Recognized as the most experienced and knowledgeable infrastructure engineer within the organization10. Provides guidance, coaching, and training to other employees within field of infrastructure engineering11. Typically responsible for managing major/complex projects across the enterprise at this level, involving delegation of work and review of infrastructure engineering projectsExport Compliance / EEO StatementThis position may require access to and/or use of information subject to control under the Department of Energy's Part 810 Regulations (10 CFR Part 810), the Export Administration Regulations (EAR) (15 CFR Parts 730 through 774), or the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) (22 CFR Chapter I, Subchapter M Part 120) (collectively, 'U.S. Export Control Laws'). Therefore, some positions may require applicants to be a U.S. person, which is defined as a U.S. Citizen, a U.S. Lawful Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder'), a Political Asylee, or a Refugee under the U.S. Export Control Laws. All applicants will be required to confirm their U.S. person or non-US person status. All information collected in this regard will only be used to ensure compliance with U.S. Export Control Laws, and will be used in full compliance with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination on the basis of national origin and other factors. For positions at Palo Verde Nuclear Generating Stations (PVNGS) all openings will require applicants to be a U.S. person.Pinnacle West Capital Corporation and its subsidiaries and affiliates ('Pinnacle West') maintain a continuing policy of nondiscrimination in employment. It is our policy to provide equal opportunity in all phases of the employment process and in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations. This policy of nondiscrimination shall include, but not be limited to, recruiting, hiring, promoting, compensating, reassigning, demoting, transferring, laying off, recalling, terminating employment, and training for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, disability, age, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, protected veteran status, or any other classification or characteristic protected by law.For more information on applicable equal employment regulations, please refer to EEO is the Law poster. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of every person hired to work in the United States, refer to E-Verify poster. View the employee rights and responsibilities under the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA). Arizona Public Service is a smoke free workplace.Flex Role:This position is not required to be performed at a specific APS facility as long as adequate technology and a solid ergonomic set up are present. Pending agreement with leadership, employees hired into this role will be able to choose where they prefer to perform their work. Employees will have two options to choose from:+ APS office based: The employee prefers to work most of the time from an APS facility.+ Home based: The employee prefers to work most of the time from his/her home.*Employees in Flex roles are required to reside in Arizona (or NM for Four Corners-based employees). Role types are subject to change based on business need.