Systems Engineer (Rack & Product Integration)
Job Description
Job Description
Description
Systems Engineer (Rack & Product Integration)
Release Date: June 24, 2026
Position
• Systems Engineer (Rack Integration & Product Deployment)
• Hardware Engineering
• Reports To: VP of Hardware Engineering
• FLSA Status: Exempt
• Term: Full-Time
• Compensation: $95,000 - $120,000 per year
• Telecommuting: Hybrid
Position Summary
We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Systems Engineer to lead the design, integration, and deployment of complex rack-mounted systems utilizing both Commercial Off-The-Shelf (COTS) and custom-designed hardware. This role requires a strong technical background in system architecture, rack integration, electrical and mechanical system design, production support, and customer-facing engineering activities.
The ideal candidate possesses strong leadership skills, takes ownership of projects from concept through deployment, and has experience working within industrial and high-availability environments. This individual will work cross-functionally with Hardware Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Quality, and Customer Support teams to deliver robust, production-ready solutions that meet customer requirements.
Key Responsibilities
System Design & Integration
• Design and develop complex rack-mounted systems incorporating custom and COTS hardware, networking equipment, power distribution, embedded systems, servers, storage devices, and communication equipment.
• Create system-level architectures, integration plans, and installation documentation.
• Develop rack layouts, mechanical assembly drawings, cable routing plans, and power distribution schemes.
• Evaluate and select system components based on performance, reliability, environmental, regulatory, and cost requirements.
• Ensure system designs comply with applicable industry standards and customer specifications.
• Perform system-level trade studies and technology evaluations to support new product development.
Product Development & Ownership
• Lead system development activities from concept through production release.
• Manage technical scope, schedules, risks, and deliverables for assigned projects.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to ensure subsystem compatibility and successful system integration.
• Drive design reviews and coordinate technical decisions across multiple disciplines.
• Support prototype builds, system verification testing, and product qualification efforts.
• Understanding of reliability engineering and maintainability principles.
• Familiarity with CAD tools for rack layouts and system documentation.
Bill of Materials (BOM) & Configuration Management
• Create and maintain detailed system Bills of Material (BOMs).
• Manage product configurations within ERP/MRP systems.
• Support Engineering Change Orders (ECOs), Engineering Change Notices (ECNs), and product lifecycle management processes.
• Ensure documentation packages are complete, accurate, and released according to company procedures.
• Maintain revision control and configuration integrity throughout the product lifecycle.
Production & Manufacturing Support
• Provide technical support to manufacturing and production teams.
• Develop assembly procedures, wiring instructions, test procedures, and manufacturing documentation.
• Assist with troubleshooting production issues and implementing corrective actions.
• Support first article inspections, product releases, and production readiness reviews.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to improve product quality, manufacturability, and cost.
System Wiring & Installation
• Design and document rack wiring, cable assemblies, power distribution, and grounding schemes.
• Develop interconnect diagrams, wiring schedules, and installation packages.
• Support onsite system installations, upgrades, and commissioning activities.
• Assist customers and field personnel with system integration and troubleshooting.
• Knowledge of power distribution systems, UPS systems, grounding, and EMI/EMC considerations.
Customer & Field Support
• Interface directly with customers to gather requirements and develop technical solutions.
• Participate in technical reviews, customer meetings, and design presentations.
• Support customer acceptance testing, deployment activities, and issue resolution.
• Travel to customer locations as required for installations, troubleshooting, and project support.
Leadership & Mentoring
• Provide technical leadership for system integration projects.
• Lead cross-functional project teams and drive project execution.
• Promote engineering best practices, documentation standards, and process improvements.
Requirements
Required Qualifications
Education
• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related technical discipline.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in systems engineering, system integration, or rack-level product design.
Travel Requirements
• Ability to travel up to 10% as required for customer support, installations, and project activities.
Company Description
Sunhillo is a global leader in surveillance data distribution and conversion products. Headquartered in West Berlin, NJ, within 45 minutes of the FAA William J. Hughes Technical Center (WJHTC). Sunhillo handles all life-cycle aspects of surveillance data distribution systems for the Federal Aviation Administration, US Military, civil aviation authorities, and national defense organizations across the globe.
Company Description
Sunhillo is a global leader in surveillance data distribution and conversion products. Headquartered in West Berlin, NJ, within 45 minutes of the FAA William J. Hughes Technical Center (WJHTC). Sunhillo handles all life-cycle aspects of surveillance data distribution systems for the Federal Aviation Administration, US Military, civil aviation authorities, and national defense organizations across the globe.