About the job
IT/Telco Solutions Engineer - Aberdeen
£40,000 + Van | Home-Based with Travel | Shape the Future of IT Infrastructure
Are you a dynamic IT professional who thrives on diverse challenges, enjoys resolving intricate technical issues, and seeks to work with state-of-the-art technology across various client settings? Focus Group is on the lookout for a Solutions Engineer in the Aberdeen area to enhance our expanding team in Scotland.
About the Role
As a Solutions Engineer, you will serve as the pivotal technical expert our clients depend on. Your responsibilities will include a mix of remote assistance and onsite project execution, collaborating with a range of clients from ambitious SMEs to large corporations. This position is not confined to a desk; you will lead project implementations, troubleshoot complex challenges, and mentor fellow engineers while continually growing your technical prowess.
Key Responsibilities:
- Directing the execution of IT projects, from minor upgrades to significant infrastructure overhauls.
- Being the primary expert in your specialty, managing escalations and intricate technical problems.
- Engineering and deploying best-practice solutions in networking, cloud, voice, or server infrastructures.
- Conducting site surveys, audits, and technical scoping sessions with clients.
- Collaborating with project managers, senior engineers, and service desk teams.
- Creating training materials and documentation to disseminate your expertise across the organization.
- Fostering enduring relationships with clients through exceptional technical service and customer support.
Qualifications
Essential Skills:
- Demonstrated experience in IT and Telecom support or delivery roles.
- Expert-level knowledge in at least one of the following areas:
- Networking: VLANs, routing, wireless technologies, Ekahau, Meraki, SonicWall, Cisco, Aruba.
- Voice Systems: SIP, hosted voice solutions, Gamma, LG, Mitel, Avaya.
- Server & Storage: Windows Server, Hyper-V, VMware, M365, Azure.
- Cloud Technologies: M365, Azure, Intune, SharePoint.
- Outstanding communication abilities and a keen eye for detail.
- A valid UK driving licence with the flexibility for occasional overnight stays on larger projects.
- Strong problem-solving skills and a genuine enthusiasm for remaining at the forefront of technology trends.
Desirable Qualifications:
- Experience within a managed service provider environment.
- Relevant industry certifications (Microsoft, Cisco, Meraki, SonicWall, Aruba).
- Active Microsoft certifications (MS101, MS100, AZ104, AZ140).
Why Choose Focus Group?
Focus Group is a prominent Microsoft technology partner and managed service provider, supported by HG Capital. We are on a path of significant growth and are heavily investing in our team and capabilities. Joining us means being part of a vibrant culture where your contributions matter.

