Job Summary

Associate Systems Engineer 
Purdue University | Health Clinics -travel required

Start your career where innovation meets impact. As an Associate-level Systems Engineer at Purdue University, you’ll contribute to a campus-wide technology environment that empowers learning, research, and discovery every day. Here, your curiosity and technical skill will help shape the systems that enable world-class education. Working under immediate supervision and alongside experienced professionals, you’ll assist in the development, installation, coordination, and maintenance of enterprise-level Windows, macOS, and Linux environments. You’ll gain hands-on experience supporting system operations, software management tools, and IT processes designed to advance Purdue’s instructional goals.

This position is unique as it supports the four rural Family Health Clinics that are located in Burlington, Delphi, Monon, and Wolcott that are associated with the College of HHS. In addition to the four clinical buildings, we also have an administrative building in Delphi which is the main workspace for this position. Between the sites, we cover approximately 160 users including staff and providers.

What You’ll Do

• Troubleshoot hardware, software, and network-related issues
• Use independent judgment to resolve complex technology problems
• Communicate effectively with faculty, staff, and students to ensure their IT needs are met
• Install and set up new computers, printers, and peripheral devices
• Maintain security updates and adhere to established security policies
• Document new IT processes, procedures, and system changes
• Contribute to team discussions and provide input during decision making
• Must be willing to travel to all North Central Nursing Clinic locations (Delphi, Burlington, Monon, Wolcott) as well as the Purdue West Lafayette campus
• Must possess a valid driver’s license
• Must be willing to work occasional weekends

What You’ll Bring

• Foundational knowledge of Windows, macOS, and Linux systems administration
• Enthusiasm for applying and expanding technical skills through guided experience
• A collaborative mindset, curiosity, and commitment to solving problems that matter
• At Purdue, you’ll find an environment designed to help you grow—professionally and personally. Join a team that values learning, teamwork, and discovery in everything we do

Apply now and begin your journey at Purdue.

What We're Looking For

Education and Experience Required:

• Bachelor’s degree
• Six (6) months of professional experience in one or more of the following areas required: Windows, MacOS, or Linux systems administration. Hardware maintenance of advanced computer, peripherals, and networking systems required
  • Purdue IT experience a bonus
• Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered

Skills Required:

• Knowledge of one or more of the following is required; familiarity of the rest is desired: Windows, Mac OS, or Linux
• Familiarity with software redistribution techniques (i.e. SCCM/CM, Puppet, etc.) desired
• Ability to:
  • work with a wide variety of computer hardware, software, operating systems, peripherals, etc.
  • work with a wide variety of faculty, staff, and students in a multitude of environments like instruction, administration, and research
  • troubleshoot a variety of environments

Additional Information:

• Purdue University will not sponsor employment authorization for this position  
• A background check will be required for employment in this position
• FLSA: Exempt (Not Eligible for Overtime)
• Retirement Eligibility:  Defined Contribution Waiting Period  
• Benefit Statement: Purdue University offers a substantial Benefit Package including medical, dental, and vision insurance as well as a generous paid time off package for sick and vacation days

Career Stream

Professional 1

• Pay Band S060
• Job Code #20003457

Career path maker: https://www.purdue.edu/hr/careerpathmaker/

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