Computer Engineer Huntsville (AL)

Role Overview

The Deskside Technician will provide onsite field support for IT End User Computing (EUC)

equipment and services at various Benchmark Electronics sites across multiple countries. The

technician will deliver hands-on technical assistance, incident resolution, hardware and software

support, and participate in event support operations, ensuring a high standard of customer

service and operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

Deliver onsite and remote support for end users, resolving incidents relating to EUC

equipment including desktops, laptops, peripherals, and mobile devices.

Provide Break/Fix support, troubleshooting, and issue resolution for hardware and

software failures.

Initiate and manage the creation of tickets for each reported issue, ensuring that all

incidents are accurately logged and tracked through resolution.

Conduct pre-installation and site surveys in alignment with requirements for network

connectivity, power, and coordination with third-party suppliers.

Perform IMACD (Install, Move, Add, Change, Dispose) hardware and software

operations as per service requests.

Carry out asset refresh activities and manage the disposal of hardware in accordance

with company policies.

Issue loaner devices or software for repairs or in cases of lost/stolen equipment,

including data backup and recovery.

Coordinate and manage warranty repairs with hardware vendors and facilitate IT

equipment returns under asset management guidelines (including legal hold PCs).

Assist users by providing support through SmartHubs installed at designated sites,

ensuring seamless access to remote troubleshooting and device assistance.

Perform proactive PC health checks using prescribed tools, addressing performance or

hardware issues during field visits.

Document and update knowledge base & runbooks.

Support conference room technology by conducting weekly checks and resolving

identified issues proactively.

Assist with IT equipment setup, testing, and support during events, ensuring readiness

and functionality of all required devices.

Manage IT equipment disposals and coordinate with preferred suppliers for proper

decommissioning and recycling.

Document and maintain accurate records of all activities, site visits, and incident

resolutions in the approved ITSM tool.

Assist users with activities including but not limited to IT equipment moves, peripheral

installation and configuration, onboarding and offboarding requirements

Comply with company practices, guidelines, and security requirements at all times,

maintaining professionalism onsite.

Engage in continuous improvement initiatives to optimize field support delivery and

enhance end user satisfaction.

Coordinate with specialized IT teams for escalations and advanced technical support

Forward unresolved tickets to the relevant specialized teams for escalation when issues

cannot be resolved by Deskside support.