Support Engineer Jobs in Oregon
Support Engineer jobs in Oregon concentrate heavily in enterprise software, cloud infrastructure, and semiconductor manufacturing, with strong demand at every level from tier-1 helpdesk to senior systems support. Portland is the dominant hiring hub, followed by Hillsboro and Beaverton, where companies like Intel, Nike, and Oracle maintain large technical operations. The most in-demand specialties are cloud platform support, hardware diagnostics for chip manufacturing environments, and enterprise SaaS customer support. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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MKS2 Technologies, LLC, an award-winning high growth small business, creates innovative and customer-centric technology solutions in the areas of Cyber Security, Instructional Design and Training, Software Engineering and IT Support Services to improve the security and well-being of our clients. Our commitment to excellence and our "Mission First" orientation has resulted in steady growth and an expanding client base across government agencies. We have employees nationwide and for the past three consecutive years were named one of the fastest growing Veteran-owned companies in the nation. Please take a moment to browse through our website and learn more about what it means to serve with MKS2.
ESOM EUO On-Site Support Customer Service Engineer – Portland VAMC
As an onsite Systems Administrator on our project, you will be supporting the Department of Veterans Affairs. You'll analyze problem areas and opportunities for improvement in this mission critical network.
This position is located 100% onsite at the Veterans Administration facilities, including Medical Centers, with daytime hours and potential for evening and/or weekend hours.
Duties include:
- Performing installation, configuration, maintenance, testing and troubleshooting tasks in support of the IT customers. Frequently positioning self to set up and maintain computers and connect/pull cords from under desks and in server closets.
- Performing regular and repetitive unpacking, moving, and installation of IT equipment weighing up to 50 pounds (or greater with additional assistance).
- Frequently traversing around large VA site campus while transporting equipment to various office buildings.
- Communicating directly with customers on site to diagnose and resolve customer related hardware/software issues utilizing the Service Now tool. Track and document all system changes, problems, issues, and work tasks within Service Now.
- Provisioning of newly procured endpoints to include desktops, laptops, printers, and mobile devices. Perform imaging, desktop support, adds/moves and changes.
- Installing OS Patch installation/patch removal (if applicable), OS upgrades and Commercially Available Off-the-Shelf (COTS) software.
- Providing user management account support where Elevated Privileges (EP) may be required.
- Performing software application installation and configuration based on change order instructions.
- Utilizing log data and system administration tools to diagnose system hardware and software problems, repair, and re-configure or replace defective system components as indicated.
- Performing system monitoring and analysis on assigned systems to discover risks and inadequacies, and provide recommendations on the need for expansion, enhancement, or revision.
- Utilizing Microsoft System Center Operations Manager (SCOM) and SCOM tools to troubleshoot performance issues and deploy software packages, to include Scripting, McAfee, and other VA standard tools.
- Performing inventory functions to include managing pagers and turn-ins including performing media sanitization, disposal and/or turn in of equipment.
- Performing routine audits of systems and software to determine utilization and adequacy for demand, and compliance with current hardware and software site license regulations and requirements.
- Performing general maintenance activities, printer deployment/repair, software installations, and equipment refreshes. May include occasionally pulling old cables from server room as needed.
- Performing asset management to include asset inventory, audit and tracking, asset administration and reporting, integrated IT asset portfolio, and history and forecasting, automating the asset management process, as necessary.
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a team to achieve successful results with minimal guidance.
Experience:
- Experience in maintaining troubleshooting a wide variety of systems and networks to include high volume/high availability systems. Must have knowledge of debugging protocols and processes.
- Experience with conducting routine system administration tasks and logging data in system admin logs.
- Experience with maintaining troubleshooting a wide variety of systems and networks, including high volume or high availability systems.
- Knowledge of debugging protocols and processes
- Ability to troubleshoot problems and issues identified by customers and implement corrective actions.
- HS diploma or GED and 8+ years of experience with system administration or BS degree Computer Science, Electronics Engineering or other engineering or technical discipline.
Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere: MKS2 Technologies is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.
MKS2 Technologies, LLC, an award-winning high growth small business, creates innovative and customer-centric technology solutions in the areas of Cyber Security, Instructional Design and Training, Software Engineering and IT Support Services to improve the security and well-being of our clients. Our commitment to excellence and our "Mission First" orientation has resulted in steady growth and an expanding client base across government agencies. We have employees nationwide and for the past three consecutive years were named one of the fastest growing Veteran-owned companies in the nation. Please take a moment to browse through our website and learn more about what it means to serve with MKS2.
ESOM EUO On-Site Support Customer Service Engineer – Portland VAMC
As an onsite Systems Administrator on our project, you will be supporting the Department of Veterans Affairs. You'll analyze problem areas and opportunities for improvement in this mission critical network.
This position is located 100% onsite at the Veterans Administration facilities, including Medical Centers, with daytime hours and potential for evening and/or weekend hours.
Duties include:
- Performing installation, configuration, maintenance, testing and troubleshooting tasks in support of the IT customers. Frequently positioning self to set up and maintain computers and connect/pull cords from under desks and in server closets.
- Performing regular and repetitive unpacking, moving, and installation of IT equipment weighing up to 50 pounds (or greater with additional assistance).
- Frequently traversing around large VA site campus while transporting equipment to various office buildings.
- Communicating directly with customers on site to diagnose and resolve customer related hardware/software issues utilizing the Service Now tool. Track and document all system changes, problems, issues, and work tasks within Service Now.
- Provisioning of newly procured endpoints to include desktops, laptops, printers, and mobile devices. Perform imaging, desktop support, adds/moves and changes.
- Installing OS Patch installation/patch removal (if applicable), OS upgrades and Commercially Available Off-the-Shelf (COTS) software.
- Providing user management account support where Elevated Privileges (EP) may be required.
- Performing software application installation and configuration based on change order instructions.
- Utilizing log data and system administration tools to diagnose system hardware and software problems, repair, and re-configure or replace defective system components as indicated.
- Performing system monitoring and analysis on assigned systems to discover risks and inadequacies, and provide recommendations on the need for expansion, enhancement, or revision.
- Utilizing Microsoft System Center Operations Manager (SCOM) and SCOM tools to troubleshoot performance issues and deploy software packages, to include Scripting, McAfee, and other VA standard tools.
- Performing inventory functions to include managing pagers and turn-ins including performing media sanitization, disposal and/or turn in of equipment.
- Performing routine audits of systems and software to determine utilization and adequacy for demand, and compliance with current hardware and software site license regulations and requirements.
- Performing general maintenance activities, printer deployment/repair, software installations, and equipment refreshes. May include occasionally pulling old cables from server room as needed.
- Performing asset management to include asset inventory, audit and tracking, asset administration and reporting, integrated IT asset portfolio, and history and forecasting, automating the asset management process, as necessary.
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a team to achieve successful results with minimal guidance.
Experience:
- Experience in maintaining troubleshooting a wide variety of systems and networks to include high volume/high availability systems. Must have knowledge of debugging protocols and processes.
- Experience with conducting routine system administration tasks and logging data in system admin logs.
- Experience with maintaining troubleshooting a wide variety of systems and networks, including high volume or high availability systems.
- Knowledge of debugging protocols and processes
- Ability to troubleshoot problems and issues identified by customers and implement corrective actions.
- HS diploma or GED and 8+ years of experience with system administration or BS degree Computer Science, Electronics Engineering or other engineering or technical discipline.
Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere: MKS2 Technologies is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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Support Engineer Job Market in Oregon
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- Manufacturing
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What Oregon Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in support engineer jobs across Oregon.
- Bachelor's degree in computer science, information systems, or a related technical field
- Hands-on experience troubleshooting hardware, software, or networked enterprise systems
- Proficiency with ticketing and incident management platforms such as ServiceNow or Jira
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for cross-functional technical teams
- Familiarity with Linux, Windows Server, or cloud environments like AWS or Azure
- Ability to work on-call rotations and respond to production incidents under time pressure
Support Engineer Jobs in Oregon: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a support engineer in Oregon?
Most Oregon employers require at minimum a bachelor's degree in computer science, information technology, or a closely related field, though some accept an associate degree combined with relevant certifications. Oregon has no state-issued license specific to support engineering, so hiring decisions hinge on technical credentials like CompTIA A+, Network+, or vendor-specific certifications from Microsoft or AWS. Building hands-on experience through internships at Oregon's large tech and semiconductor employers strengthens candidacy considerably.
Which companies hire support engineers in Oregon?
Oregon support engineer roles are posted by Lam Research, Applied Materials, and KLA and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Oregon's concentration of semiconductor manufacturers, enterprise software firms, and large corporate headquarters means consistent year-round demand for technical support talent.
Which Oregon cities have the most support engineer jobs?
Tualatin, Oregon, and Hillsboro account for the largest share of support engineer openings in Oregon. Portland anchors the market as the state's primary tech and corporate services center, while Hillsboro and Beaverton benefit directly from Intel's large semiconductor campus and the broader cluster of hardware and logistics companies that operate alongside it.
Are there remote support engineer jobs in Oregon?
Yes, and more than most fields. About 38% of support engineer openings tied to Oregon are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting how much of the role involves software diagnostics, ticketing systems, and remote session tools rather than physical hardware. Roles supporting cloud platforms, SaaS products, and enterprise software tend to offer the most remote flexibility.
How can I get hired as a support engineer in Oregon with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is through an IT helpdesk or technical support specialist role, which Oregon employers like Intel, Oregon Health and Science University, and large managed service providers use as a pipeline into support engineering. Completing a CompTIA A+ or Network+ certification signals foundational competency. Lateral moves from roles in QA testing, systems administration, or customer-facing technical account work are common stepping stones at Oregon's enterprise tech employers.
Where can I find and apply to support engineer jobs in Oregon?
You can find and apply to support engineer jobs in Oregon on Migrate Mate, which lists current Oregon openings. Search for roles that fit your experience level and specialization, then apply directly to the ones that match.
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