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Associate Systems Engineer Jobs in Minnesota (NOW HIRING)

Mainframe Systems Engineer III

Minnetonka, MN · On-site

$176K - $209K/yr

The Mainframe Systems Engineer III candidate must have experience in one or more of the following ... This position may also have responsibilities for managing associates. Managers at this level ...

The Mainframe Systems Engineer III candidate must have experience in one or more of the following ... This position may also have responsibilities for managing associates. Managers at this level ...

VDI Engineer - Ramstein

Rochester, MN · Hybrid

$124K - $143K/yr

Yes SYSTEMS ENGINEER PRINCIPAL Advance how our customers operate while you advance your career ... Bachelor's Degree and 3 years relevant experience (or) Associate's degree and 7 years relevant ...

VDI Engineer - Ramstein

Rochester, MN · Hybrid

$124K - $143K/yr

Yes SYSTEMS ENGINEER PRINCIPAL Advance how our customers operate while you advance your career ... Associates Degree and seven (7) years of recent specialized experience; or * No degree and 11 years ...

Network Technician

Saint Paul, MN · On-site

$23.75 - $30.50/hr

... System Engineers in diagnosing and troubleshooting network connectivity issues ... work experience; or an Associate or higher degree OR two-year college/technical school ...

Network Technician

Saint Paul, MN · On-site

$23.75 - $30.50/hr

Resources will be expected to support System Engineers in diagnosing and troubleshooting network ... experience / an Associate degree with 2+ years of relevant experience Required 4+ Cisco ...

* Leidos is seeking an Associate Software Developer to join the Air Traffic Business Area within the ... Integrate with RESTful APIs and event-driven messaging systems within the data mesh architecture

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How much do associate systems engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 8, 2026, the average yearly pay for associate systems engineer in Minnesota is $80,935.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $64,200.00 and $93,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an associate systems engineer?

Associate Systems Engineers are entry-level professionals who assist in designing, implementing, and maintaining computer systems and networks for organizations. They work under the guidance of senior engineers to troubleshoot technical issues, configure hardware and software, and ensure systems run efficiently. These engineers also help with system upgrades, security protocols, and documentation. Their role is vital in supporting IT infrastructure and ensuring smooth technology operations.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an associate systems engineer?

To thrive as an Associate Systems Engineer, you need a solid understanding of computer systems, networking, and operating systems, often backed by a relevant degree such as computer science or information technology. Familiarity with system administration tools, scripting languages, and certifications like CompTIA, Microsoft, or Cisco enhances technical proficiency. Strong problem-solving skills, effective communication, and teamwork are important soft skills in this role. These abilities ensure you can efficiently support system infrastructure, troubleshoot issues, and collaborate with teams to maintain reliable IT operations.

What opportunities for career growth are typically available for an associate systems engineer?

As an Associate Systems Engineer, you'll gain hands-on experience with system configurations, troubleshooting, and working closely with senior engineers. Over time, this foundational role often leads to advancement opportunities such as Systems Engineer, Senior Systems Engineer, or specialized paths in network, cloud, or security engineering. Many organizations provide mentorship, training, and certification support to help you expand your technical expertise and take on greater responsibilities. Proactive learning and collaboration within your team can significantly accelerate your career trajectory in this field.

What is the difference between Associate Systems Engineer vs Systems Engineer?

AspectAssociate Systems EngineerSystems Engineer
Required CredentialsBachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field; some certificationsBachelor's degree; often more certifications or experience
Work EnvironmentEntry-level, team-based projects, support rolesMore complex projects, system design, implementation
Employer & Industry UsageCommon in tech companies, IT departmentsUsed across industries for system design and maintenance
Search & Comparison IntentEntry-level roles, career progressionAdvanced roles, technical expertise

The main difference between an Associate Systems Engineer and a Systems Engineer lies in experience and responsibility. Associate Systems Engineers are typically entry-level, focusing on support and learning, while Systems Engineers handle more complex system design and implementation tasks. Both roles require similar educational backgrounds, but Systems Engineers usually have more experience and certifications, enabling them to manage advanced projects.

What are the most commonly searched types of Systems Engineer jobs in Minnesota?

The most popular types of Systems Engineer jobs in Minnesota are:

What cities in Minnesota are hiring for Associate Systems Engineer jobs?

Cities in Minnesota with the most Associate Systems Engineer job openings:

Infographic showing various Associate Systems Engineer job openings in Minnesota as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 85% Full Time, 7% Part Time, 7% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 86% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 12% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $80,935 per year, or $38.9 per hour.

Mainframe Systems Engineer III

Minnetonka, MN • On-site

Huntington
Banking and Credit Intermediation • 10K+ employees

$176K - $209K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 5 days ago


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Job description

Description

Brief Description:

The Mainframe Systems Engineer III candidate must have experience in one or more of the following disciplines: z/OS installation and customization, storage management, hardware configuration, networking, performance management and capacity planning, or ISV installation and customization in a Parallel Sysplex environment. The candidate must be able to complete work on time in an ever-changing and complex environment and take direction from leaders and managers. Mentoring is required in this role so mentoring skills and experience are desired. This position is part of a team that and the candidate must be willing to embrace being a team player.

Detailed Description:

This candidate will be filling an experienced systems mainframe engineer position.The candidate must have the following skills:

Advanced or expert level SMP/E experience

Debugging and tuning experience

Creation of detailed documentation of procedures and practices

Change control in a regulated environment

Develop, document, and deliver pre- and post-implementation impacts of zSeries hardware and software

Recognize areas of improvement leading to elimination of reoccurring issues and reduce mean time to recovery

Provide technical direction and education to programmers, analysts and technical support associates

Provides 24x7 on call support within a team rotation

This job is responsible for infrastructure tool/service designs within technical domains in accordance with architectural governance, standards and policies. Key responsibilities include facilitating deployment of tools/services by leading others in solution development, maintenance of templates, playbooks and automation used during implementation. Job expectations include demonstrating expertise within technical domains, decomposing issues or objectives into work units, advancing efficient solution delivery practices, and promoting exceptional design, engineering and organizational practices.

Confirms that application and business requirements have been translated into technical definitions, reference models, blueprints, and playbooks to guide development and integration of technology solutions
Contributes to the creation/selection of functional and non-functional product evaluation requirements within and across domains
Reviews and may develop software solutions to address manual and repeatable work or inefficient processes
Reviews and guides the evaluation of reference models, blueprints, playbooks and the execution of on-site evaluations of third-party products being considered for firm adoption
Mentors and assists Infrastructure resources on infrastructure service along with application integration validation methods and tools to ensure that technology solutions comply with enterprise system design and engineering standards
Promotes an inclusive and healthy working environment and help to resolve organizational impediments/blockers

Responsible for components of complex engineering and/or analytical tasks and activities.
Serves as a seasoned/proficient technical resource; provides technical knowledge and capabilities as team member and individual contributor. Will not have direct reports but will influence and direct activities of a team related to special initiatives or operations.
Responsibilities include providing problem determination and resolution for z/OS and z/VM network connectivity, encryption and transmission issues.
Work as a team member with other technical staff, and teams to ensure High available, secure connectivity solutions and compatibility between systems.

Write and maintain system documentation. Responsible for matching current technology with the needs of the company.
Managerial Responsibilities:
This position may also have responsibilities for managing associates.

Managers at this level demonstrate the following responsibilities, in addition to those specific to the role, listed above.
Opportunity & Inclusion Champion: Creates an inclusive team where members are treated fairly and respectfully.
Manager of Process & Data: Demonstrates and expects process knowledge, data driven decisions, simplicity and continuous improvement.
Enterprise Advocate & Communicator: Delivers clear and concise messages that motivate, convey the "why" and connects contributions to business results.
Risk Manager: Leads and encourages the identification, escalation and resolution of potential risks.
People Manager & Coach: Knows and develops team members through coaching and feedback.
Financial Steward: Manages expenses and demonstrates an owner's mindset.
Enterprise Talent Leader: Recruits, on-boards and develops talent, and supports talent mobility for career growth.
Driver of Business Outcomes: Delivers results through effective team management, structure, and routines to ensure High available, secure connectivity solutions and compatibility between systems.
Write and maintain system documentation.
Responsible for matching current technology with the needs of the company.
Strong TCP/IP and SNA/APPN problem solving and protocol skills, and thorough understanding of Mainframe communication concepts and the ability to support mainframe connectivity design considerations.
Knowledge of IBM zEnterprise server hardware
In-depth working knowledge of TCP, UDP, ICMP communications and routing protocols
Packet trace execution and analysis
z/OS Communication Server Policy Based Networking, and z/VM SSL Server configuration and support.
10-15 years in design, development, coordination and implementation of Mainframe network engineering activities within z/OS and z/VM.
Strong knowledge of encryption technologies and Certificate management.
Experience supporting z/OS session layer encryption technologies, including development and implementation of Network Configuration Assistant AT-TLS and IPsec policies.

Basic Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience in mainframe engineering

  • 5-10 years of solid experience in z/OS engineering

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Mainview installation, maintenance and customization

  • z/OS and zSeries hardware networking configuration

  • Performance and capacity reporting with zPCA and/or SAS/MXG and/or Intellimagic

  • zOSMF product installation and deployment.

  • Experience with TCP/IP configuration and troubleshooting.

  • Experience with storage management.

  • Performance management with WLM.

  • Reporting and planning with zPCA and/or SAS/MXG

  • Independent Software Vendor installation and maintenance

  • z/OS installation, customization and maintenance.

  • Coupling Facility updates.

  • ChangeMan Administration.

  • Managing multiple tasks and delivering on committed target dates.

  • Coordinates with application programmers and users to determine symptoms and ensure accurate problem resolution.

  • Knowledge of banking industry business processes a plus.

  • Good written and oral communication skills are required as the individual must interface with application developers, support teams, software vendors and management staff


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Exempt Status: (Yes= not eligible for overtime pay) (No= eligible for overtime pay)

Yes

Applications Accepted Through:

10/10/2026

Huntington expects to accept applications through at least the date above, and may continue to accept applications until the position is filled.

Workplace Type:

Office

Our Approach to Office Workplace Type

Certain positions outside our branch network may be eligible for a flexible work arrangement. We're combining the best of both worlds: in-office and work from home. Our approach enables our teams to deepen connections, maintain a strong community, and do their best work. Remote roles will also have the opportunity to come together in our offices for moments that matter. Specific work arrangements will be provided by the hiring team.

Compensation Range:

70,000.00 - 140,000.00 USD Annual

The compensation range represents the anticipated low and high end of the base compensation range for this position. Actual compensation will vary based on various factors including but not limited to location, experience, and education. Colleagues in this position are also eligible to participate in an applicable incentive compensation plan. In addition, Huntington provides a variety of benefits to colleagues, including health insurance coverage, wellness program, life and disability insurance, retirement savings plan, paid leave programs, paid holidays and paid time off (PTO).

Huntington is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Tobacco-Free Hiring Practice: Visit Huntington's Career Web Site for more details.

Note to Agency Recruiters: Huntington will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume. All unsolicited resumes sent to any Huntington colleagues, directly or indirectly, will be considered Huntington property. Recruiting agencies must have a valid, written and fully executed Master Service Agreement and Statement of Work for consideration.


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