[Hiring] Mainframe Hardware Engineer @TEKsystems

Role Description

We are seeking an experienced IBM zSeries Hardware Specialist to join our Mainframe Infrastructure team. This role is responsible for the installation, configuration, monitoring, and support of IBM zSeries mainframe hardware and associated peripheral systems across our global data centers. The ideal candidate will work closely with mainframe, storage, network, and business infrastructure teams to deliver modern, cost-effective, redundant and highly reliable mainframe hardware solutions that support critical enterprise operations. This position also plays a key role in the ongoing mainframe data center transitions, hardware modernization initiatives, and disaster recovery planning.

Hardware Installation & Configuration

• Define and maintain zSeries hardware components using IBM Hardware Configuration Manager (HCM), CMT (Connectivity Mapping Tool), and Hardware Configuration Definition (HCD).
• Analyze and determine hardware configurations to distribute I/O across mainframes, storage systems, data centers, and worldwide Cisco ACI and FICON networks.
• Program Cisco FICON switches and mainframe IOGENs to support mainframe resources and environments.
• Design, install, and maintain mainframe cable infrastructure, including cabling hardware into the Cisco ACI and FICON fiber networks.
• Coordinate and plan all hardware installations and de-installations, including assembling and managing installation/de-installation teams.
• Coordinate and plan all hardware microcode upgrades.

Monitoring, Maintenance & Support

• Monitor, track, and diagnose hardware failures across all mainframe computer systems and peripheral devices.
• Provide prompt problem determination and implement immediate corrective action in the event of hardware failures.
• Schedule and supervise hardware maintenance activities.
• Supervise hardware suppliers during equipment installation (placement, power installation, equipment clearance, etc.).
• Provide weekend, evening, and on-call (24x7x365, pager rotation) support for hardware failures and configuration launches.
• Coordinate hardware activities with other teams, including Network, Operations, and Facilities.

Planning & Project Coordination

• Coordinate changes with storage and software teams when planning and implementing new hardware and configurations.
• Attend Facility Planning meetings and support data center transition/consolidation efforts.
• Participate in Disaster Recovery planning and testing, and serve as technical liaison when installing equipment for D/R or consolidation purposes.
• Lead cross-functional teams and drive results on mainframe hardware projects.
• Research and implement new technologies to modernize mainframe hardware infrastructure.

Qualifications

• B.S. degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical discipline (or equivalent experience).
• Prior hands-on experience with IBM Hardware Configuration Manager (HCM) and Hardware Configuration Definition (HCD).
• Prior working experience with IBM mainframe processors (zSeries), Enterprise Storage Servers, IBM Console Support Controller, Cisco FICON Switches, and Virtual Tape Storage (VTS).
• Working knowledge of z/OS operating system internals and MVS operator commands.
• Willingness and ability to work evenings, weekends, and rotational on-call support (24x7x365).

Requirements

• Experience with computer networking, including routers, switches, firewalls, and FICON/Cisco ACI network infrastructure.
• Experience with writing specs for the Automation team to implement automation related to Hardware messages and alerts.
• Working knowledge of the Linux operating system.
• Proficient with Microsoft Word and Excel; experience with Access, PowerPoint, and Microsoft Visio for project administration is highly desirable.

Benefits

• Medical, dental & vision.
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available.
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents).
• Short and long-term disability.
• Health Spending Account (HSA).
• Transportation benefits.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave).

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Detroit, MI.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $65.00 - $65.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 2, 2026.