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RTL Networks

Embedded Computer/Hardware Developer

CA · On-site

$150K - $235K/yr

Embedded Computer/Hardware Developer Location: NAWS China Lake, Ridgecrest, CA preferred Salary: $150,000-$235,000 (DOE) Status: Full-time Clearance: Minimum active Secret to start and will be ...

Quanta Manufacturing Fremont

Hardware Engineer

Fremont, CA · On-site

$135.20K - $178.40K/yr

Hardware Engineer will contribute to the failure analysis of hardware products across platforms ... Understanding of computer hardware architecture, including experience applying concepts like PCI-e ...

Maxonic

Hardware Engineer

Fremont, CA · On-site

$90K - $150K/yr

Hardware Engineer Job Type: Fulltime Job Location: Fremont, CA or Nashville, TN Work Schedule ... Understanding of computer hardware architecture, including experience applying concepts like PCI-e ...

TEKWISSEN LLC

Computer Hardware Technician

Warwick, RI · On-site

$17 - $22.75/hr

As a Field Engineer 3, you will perform activities associated with installing, diagnosing ... Computer hardware set up, basic hardware and software troubleshooting stills * Provides support for ...

TEKWISSEN LLC

Computer Hardware Technician

Groton, CT · On-site

$17 - $22.50/hr

As a Field Engineer 3, you will perform activities associated with installing, diagnosing ... Computer hardware set up, basic hardware and software troubleshooting stills * Provides support for ...

TEKWISSEN LLC

Computer Hardware Technician

Jackson, MS · On-site

$14.75 - $19.75/hr

As a Field Engineer 3, you will perform activities associated with installing, diagnosing ... Computer hardware set up, basic hardware and software troubleshooting stills * Provides support for ...

TEKWISSEN LLC

Computer Hardware Technician

Warwick, RI · On-site

$17 - $22.75/hr

As a Field Engineer 3, you will perform activities associated with installing, diagnosing ... Computer hardware set up, basic hardware and software troubleshooting stills * Provides support for ...

TEKWISSEN LLC

Computer Hardware Technician

Groton, CT · On-site

$17 - $22.50/hr

As a Field Engineer 3, you will perform activities associated with installing, diagnosing ... Computer hardware set up, basic hardware and software troubleshooting stills * Provides support for ...

TEKWISSEN LLC

Computer Hardware Technician

Jackson, MS · On-site

$14.75 - $19.75/hr

As a Field Engineer 3, you will perform activities associated with installing, diagnosing ... Computer hardware set up, basic hardware and software troubleshooting stills * Provides support for ...

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How much do freelance computer hardware engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 4, 2026, the average yearly pay for freelance computer hardware engineer in the United States is $146,230.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $123,500.00 and $163,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Freelance Computer Hardware Engineer vs Computer Hardware Technician?

AspectFreelance Computer Hardware EngineerComputer Hardware Technician
CredentialsRelevant certifications (e.g., CompTIA A+, Cisco), technical expertiseCertifications often required, such as CompTIA A+
Work EnvironmentSelf-employed, project-based, remote or on-siteOn-site, repair shops, or corporate settings
Employer & IndustryClients across various industries, independent contractingCompanies, service centers, retail
Work FocusDesign, troubleshooting, consulting, custom hardware solutionsHardware installation, repair, maintenance

Freelance Computer Hardware Engineers focus on designing, troubleshooting, and consulting on hardware projects independently, often working remotely or on a per-project basis. In contrast, Computer Hardware Technicians primarily perform on-site repairs, maintenance, and installation tasks within organizations or repair shops. Both roles require similar certifications but differ in scope, work environment, and client interaction.

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IT Engineering - Computer Hardware Engineer

Best Fit Global

Washington, DC • On-site

$126K - $137K/yr

Full-time, Part-time

Posted 20 days ago

Job description

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Position: 2015-13551 - IT Engineering - Computer Hardware Engineer
Location: Washington DC
Salary: $126,000 per year- $137,000.00 per year
Position Description:
The Sponsor is seeking a Computer Hardware Engineer to manage all Sponsor mission application hosting-related hardware devices to include:
• Logistics management
• Device shipment, receipt, invoice validation, staging, preparation
• Datacenter installations (racking, cabling, powering) and moves by external service providers
• Vendor repairs, device configuration, proper operation validation, rack elevation documentation maintenance, datacenter floor mapping and documentation maintenance, datacenter floor space planning, datacenter power and cooling capacity management
• Troubleshooting, repairing, maintaining and monitoring, and firmware updates and patching according to all relevant and/or required policies, directives, and standards
Mandatory Skills:
1. Demonstrated on-the-job experience installing, configuring, managing, and upgrading datacenter hardware to include device cables and connectors, various hardware (Network, Storage, Compute) power devices and cooling configuration devices
2. Demonstrated on-the-job experience installing, configuring, managing, and upgrading the following hardware technologies: Cisco UCS B-Series, Cisco C-Series rack servers HP Blade System, HP Proliant Rack Servers and IBM Blade Center
3. Demonstrated on-the-job experience installing, configuring, managing, and upgrading the following storage hardware technologies: NetApp devices and Hitachi devices
4. Demonstrated on-the-job experience installing, configuring, managing, and upgrading Cisco network devices
Desired Skills:
1. Demonstrated on-the-job experience with autoCAD and Visio design software
2. Desired Certifications:
• CompTIA Server+, or
• Cisco DCUCI (Data Center Unifed Computing Support Secialist), or
• HP ATP (Accredited Technical Professional) Server Administrator V8, or
• HP ATP (Accredited Technical Professional) BladeSystem Solutions Support V8, or
• HP ATP (Accredited Technical Professional) BladeSystem Solutions Integrator V8
Part Time or Full Time: Full-time
Notes:
Certification Requirements: Schedule Comments: 0 Night Work: No POV: Yes Pager Duty Comments: Y Holiday Work: No Weekend Work: Yes Shift Work: Yes Warzone Travel: No Other:
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