Project Engineer

Computacenter

. Lead technical discovery to define and document customer requirements, constraints, dependencies, and acceptance criteria .

Posted 9/15/2026full-timeChicago • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in translating customer requirements into detailed technical designs and managing enterprise technology environments. Proficient in leading technical discussions, documentation practices, and ensuring compliance with engineering standards.

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Technical Design TranslationEnterprise Technology ImplementationConfiguration ManagementCustomer Requirements GatheringTechnical Documentation

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Hard Skills

Solution DesignConfiguration SpecificationsTechnical Issue ResolutionBuild and Integration SupportValidation Reviews

Soft Skills

Customer OrientationProfessionalismAnalytical SkillsProblem-SolvingOrganizational Skills

Tools & Technologies

Design Management PlatformsProject Management ToolsDocumentation ToolsConfiguration Management Tools

Certifications & Qualifications

CCNPCCDPJNCIP

Industry Keywords

Enterprise Technology EnvironmentsEngineering StandardsTechnical ApprovalContinuous Improvement PracticesField Services

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead technical discovery to define and document customer requirements, constraints, dependencies, and acceptance criteria
Serve as the primary technical contact throughout deployment, translating requirements into executable designs
Communicate design decisions, risks, and trade-offs and drive resolution of technical issues
Develop and maintain solution designs, configuration specifications, Methods of Procedure (MOPs), field task trackers, implementation workbooks, rack designs, and related documentation
Maintain approved designs in the designated design and configuration-management platform
Review implementation approaches and acceptance criteria with customers, secure technical approval, and manage approved design changes
Provide technical direction to teams assembling, configuring, and testing customer solutions
Resolve design discrepancies and technical questions during build and integration
Participate in first-article builds, proofs of concept, and validation reviews as required
Review build records, configuration snapshots, and test results and approve completed configurations before release
Review MOPs, task assignments, sequencing, site requirements, risks, and escalation paths with Field Services teams
Lead onsite technical execution as required
Resolve or escalate field issues and ensure approved changes are reflected in final documentation
Lead final onsite walkthroughs, validate completed work against approved requirements, and obtain customer technical sign-off
Document outstanding items and ensure final technical documentation accurately reflects the delivered solution
Provide project leadership with visibility into technical status, risks, decisions, and recommendations
Provide technical input for changes or follow-on work within existing customer accounts
Lead technical contributors through influence and drive accountability without direct reporting authority
Partner with project management, Field Services, consulting, integration facilities, and other delivery teams
Promote disciplined engineering, documentation, and continuous-improvement practices

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, information technology, computer science, or a related technical discipline, or equivalent relevant professional experience
Five or more years of experience designing, configuring, implementing, or supporting enterprise technology environments
Demonstrated experience translating customer requirements into detailed technical designs and supporting solutions through build, validation, and acceptance
Relevant technical certifications such as CCNP, CCDP, or JNCIP are preferred
Must be legally eligible to work in the United States
Strong customer orientation, professionalism, and accountability for technical outcomes
Ability to lead technical discussions and build credibility with customers, engineers, project leaders, and operational teams
Strong requirements-gathering, solution-design, technical-documentation, and configuration-management capabilities
Ability to identify design discrepancies, assess technical impacts, and drive issues through resolution
Strong knowledge of applicable enterprise technologies, implementation practices, and engineering standards
Ability to communicate complex technical information clearly to technical and nontechnical audiences
Strong analytical, problem-solving, organizational, and follow-through skills
Ability to lead technical contributors through influence without direct reporting authority
Ability to manage multiple deployments, technical priorities, dependencies, and deadlines
Experience using enterprise design, configuration-management, project-management, and documentation tools
Ability to travel domestically or internationally based on customer and business needs

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive compensation plans
Long-term career opportunities
Benefit plans contributing to good health, future financial security, and peace of mind