IT Server Architect Manager

Join Our Team as a Server Administrator at Johnson Electric!

Location: Plymouth, Michigan
Department: Information Technology
Industry Focus: Automotive
Vacancy Type: Existing Position
Travel: Local and International (approximately 25%)

As our next Server Administrator, you will be a key member of the Corporate IT team, responsible for maintaining, optimizing, and securing Johnson Electric’s enterprise server infrastructure across the Americas. This role supports a global, 24x7 manufacturing environment and ensures operational stability, performance, and disaster recovery readiness.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• Innovative Environment: Work on cutting-edge technologies and innovative projects that push the boundaries of what’s possible.

• Professional Growth: Opportunities for continuous learning and professional development through training programs and workshops.

• Collaborative Culture: A supportive and collaborative work environment where teamwork and knowledge sharing are encouraged.

• Global Presence: Be part of a global company with diverse teams and the opportunity to work on international projects.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Maintaining enterprise server infrastructure including Windows Servers, SQL, DHCP, DNS, and Active Directory.

• Configuring and optimizing server performance for manufacturing applications.

• Designing and supporting SQL clustering and high‑availability environments.

• Administering Hyper‑V environments, including patching, backups, and lifecycle management.

• Managing backup and recovery using Veeam.

• Ensuring proper server permissions and access controls.

• Supporting disaster recovery and business continuity planning and testing.

• Collaborating with Global IT teams on infrastructure standards and best practices.

• Participating in internal and external system audits.

• Coordinating with external vendors for software licenses and support services.

• Providing 24x7 global infrastructure support as part of the IT team.

• Ensuring compliance with TISAX, CMMC, IATF 16949, ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 27001.

• Traveling locally and internationally as required.

What We’re Looking For

• Minimum 3 years of experience with Microsoft Windows Server (2017 / 2019 / 2022); familiarity with Server 2025 preferred.

• At least 1 year of experience with physical‑to‑cloud migrations (AWS, Azure).

• 2+ years of experience with server connectivity via Cisco switches, routers, WLAN, and firewalls.

• Cisco certification or working toward certification.

• Strong experience with Active Directory and Exchange in multi‑site environments.

• Hands‑on experience with Hyper‑V, Veeam, SCCM, and Zabbix.

• Experience supporting a 24x7 operational environment.

• IBM AS400 administration experience is a plus.

• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.

• Fluent in English; Spanish or Chinese is a plus.

Key Competencies

• Enterprise server and virtualization management

• Cloud and hybrid infrastructure support

• Disaster recovery and uptime assurance

• Vendor and stakeholder collaboration

• Documentation and operational excellence

How to Apply

Apply online at www.johnsonelectric.com — We can’t wait to meet you!

Come join our global, inclusive & diverse team

Our purpose is to improve the quality of life of everyone we touch through our innovative motion systems. We are a truly global team bound together by our shared values. Our culture is built on the diversity, knowledge, skills, creativity, and talents that each employee brings to the company. Our people are our company’s most valuable asset. We are committed to providing an inclusive, diverse and equitable workplace where employees of different backgrounds feel valued and respected, regardless of their age, gender, race, ethnicity or religious background. We are committed to inspiring our employees to grow, act with ownership and find fulfilment and meaning in the work they do.