x86 Hardware Engineer

x86 Hardware Engineer

We are the movers of the world and the makers of the future. We get up every day roll up our sleeves and build a better world -- together. At Ford were all a part of something bigger than ourselves. Are you ready to change the way the world moves

As part of our Manufacturing team youll help build the world-class state-of-the-art smart vehicles were known our plants around the world were constantly developing new technologies and processes to further increase our efficiency. Youll get the satisfaction of making great products people use and love.

In this position...

The x86 Hardware engineer ensures that the right hardware platform is selected to be deployment within Fords hosting locations. The selected individual is expected to work closely with the hardware vendors and our internal SMEs to evaluate select standardize test and certify the server hardware bundles firmware and related tools and components before they are deployed in Fords environment globally. This role requires a deep understanding of the x86 server hardware technology including hardware components such as CPUs GPUs RAM storage controllers NICs HBAs BIOS firmware etc

Based in Dearborn MI this is a full-time in person opportunity.

What youll do...

• Extensive experience proficiency and passion for x86 server hardware including the following hardware components and areas
  • CPUs GPUs RAM storage controllers NICs HBAs BIOS firmware etc.
• Proficiency with HPE ProLiant server platform Gen9-Gen12 DL servers
• Proficiency with HPE iLO OOB management software
• Experience with full server lifecycle management support
  • Procuring provisioning on-going support decommissioning hardware
• Lead engineering projects from beginning to end including new server and technology evaluations
  • Ex. HPE Gen12 DL servers
• Perform TCO evaluations of hardware software licenses and support costs
• Interest in new AI technology and its associated hardware and software offerings
• Provide critical L3 hardware and software support to downstream teams
• Automate management of hardware and software support via languages and utilities
  • REST API Redfish Powershell Python JSON GitHub etc.

Youll have...

• Education
• IT-related some college/Associates Degree or equivalent experience in a relevant field.
• Technical Skills
  • Experience with Windows system administration
  • Knowledge of PowerShell scripting
  • Knowledge of GitHub
  • Knowledge of Python and Linux a plus
  • Basic understanding of server hardware and VMware/Virtualization concepts
  • Good understanding of networking concepts such as LACP/NIC Bonding Subnetting VLANs
  • Good understanding of the x86 hardware platforms.
• Soft Skills
  • Performs at a high level of technical competence and maturity.
  • Ability to communicate effectively with application operational support staff.
  • Ability to be a self-starter looking for improvements to processes and business offerings.
  • Ability to clearly explain technical issues in a non-technical fashion.
  • Ability to create complex technical documentation for operational use.
  • Ability to handle multiple complex projects at one time.
  • Work with various hardware vendors.

You may not check every box or your experience may look a little different from what weve outlined but if you think you can bring value to Ford Motor Company we encourage you to apply!

As an established global company we offer the benefit of choice. You can choose what your Ford future will look like: will your story span the globe or keep you close to home Will your career be a deep dive into what you love or a series of new teams and new skills Will you be a leader a changemaker a technical expert a culture builderor all of the above No matter what you choose we offer a work life that works for you including:
Immediate medical dental vision and prescription drug coverage
Flexible family care days paid parental leave new parent ramp-up programs subsidized back-up child care and more
Family building benefits including adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement fertility treatments and more
Vehicle discount program for employees and family members and management leases
Tuition assistance
Established and active employee resource groups
Paid time off for individual and team community service
A generous schedule of paid holidays including the week between Christmas and New Years Day
Paid time off and the option to purchase additional vacation time.

For more information on salary and benefits click here:
position is a range of salary grades 6-8 .

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
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